There are seven main raw materials used to produce glass made in the float process. Silica sand accounts for a 72.6 percent share of the raw materials used to produce glass made in the float process.
Distribution of raw materials used to produce glass*
* Raw materials blended and conveyed into the melting furnace to produce glass in the float glass process.
Soda ash is added to glass to facilitate easier melting.
Limestone is added to glass to increase durability.
Dolomite is added to glass to improve the working and weathering properties.
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