Hollow Glass Microspheres

The Hollow Glass Microspheres referred to by other names like Glass Bubbles are advanced, low-density filler cum additive used in a variety of industrial applications. These Glass microspheres although have low density but has exceptional high crushing strength in terms of processibility. The glass bubbles are of soda-lime/ borosilicate water insoluble, chemically stable and offer a high strength-to-weight ratio. Their spherical shape of glass bubbles allows them to flow within a liquid polymer much better than common mineral fillers, unlike other conventional fillers. The Hollow Glass Microspheres are alternatives to the conventional fillers such as silicas, calcium carbonate, talc, clay, etc., for many demanding applications. These low-density particles are used in a wide range of industries to reduce part weight, lower costs and enhance product properties. Today, Hollow glass microspheres are used as best choice in the energy-efficient building structures offering coating. The glass microspheres is accepted to be utilized in coatings in order to achieve high overall solar reflectance within building coatings. These coatings have the capability to reflect solar energy back into the atmosphere, which is achieved by utilizing conventional fillers like calcium carbonate, kaolin or talcs.