Quality Tests

Regency Glass is BS EN1279 accredited. Having fully implemented part 6 of the standard (Factory Production Control), we undertake daily testing to ensure that our products meet the highest standards. These include component and finished goods checks. Component testing includes:

• Glass – correct product ordered/delivered and condition
• Spacer bar – correct product ordered/delivered and within dimension tolerances
• Desiccant – condition in accordance with manufacturers activity requirements for use
• Sealant – correct product ordered/delivered and within usage date
• Component fixings – correct product ordered/delivered and within dimensional tolerances
• All batch numbers are recorded for future reference

Machinery testing includes:

• Sealant mix and dispensing equipment - ratios checked daily ensuring correct chemical composition of sealant
• Glass wash machines – demineralising crystals and water treatment supply checked to ensure water clarity thereby reducing any glass contamination
• Spacer cutting saws – dimensional tolerance calibrated
• Toughening plant – break test on glass to ensure that the minimum number of pieces required per square inch is attained and maintained
• PIB sealing machines – weight test of applied sealant to ensure correct amount of sealant is being applied
• All machinery is serviced in accordance with our maintenance program by our two on-site engineers

Final product testing includes:

• Glass is inspected for marks and scratches as it travels along our production line
• Random finished units are checked prior to loading in accordance with our factory production control (FPC) procedure. This includes:
  • Sealant depth
  • PIB spread
  • Marks
  • Labeling
  • Gas concentrations where applicable