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Ceramics and Materials
Ceramic and Materials
Overview
Gluto International, manufacture and supply specialised frits, customised glazes and a range of complimentary products to the ceramic wall and floor tile, sanitary ware and tableware industries.
At Gluto, we take pride in the unique approach we have adopted in ceramic production, integrating the innovative use of animal bones into our materials. This technique not only enhances the aesthetic quality of our products but also aligns with our commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing. By utilizing bones from sustainably sourced animals, we are able to create a fine bone china that boasts both durability and a delicate translucence. Each piece we produce reflects the care and craftsmanship involved in the process, transforming what could be considered waste materials into beautiful, functional art.
Incorporating animal bones into our ceramic production allows us to draw on centuries of traditional techniques while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of modern design. The bones are meticulously processed and ground into a fine ash, which we blend with high-quality clay to create a unique composite that enhances both the strength and beauty of our ceramics. The result is an exceptional product that tells a story of resourcefulness and respect for nature, where every item carries the essence of the materials that have given it life.
Gluto Ceramics are Innovative Specialists in the supply of Quality Raw Materials and Technical Service to the Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile, Tableware and Sanitary ware Industries.
Our Production Materials
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Ceramic Bearing Rollers Silicon Nitride Si3N4
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Ceramic Injection Molding
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Advanced Ceramic in Semiconductor Industry
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METALLIZED CERAMICS FOR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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Ceramic Machining and Grinding Services
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CVD Silicon Carbide (SiC)
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Steatite
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Boron Nitride (BN)
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Aluminum Nitride (AlN)
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Macor Glass Ceramic
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SILICON CARBIDE
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Silicon Nitride (Si3N4)
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ZIRCONIA OXIDE
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ALUMINA OXIDE
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Onion Mix
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Leafy Vegetable
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Services
The analysis of substrate ceramics is a crucial aspect of materials science, particularly in fields such as electronics, aerospace, and biomedical engineering. Substrate ceramics serve as foundational materials for various applications, often acting as a base layer for electronic components, insulating materials, and structural supports in high-temperature environments. The quality and characteristics of these ceramics directly influence the performance, durability, and efficiency of the devices they underpin.
Tile design with ceramic offers a unique blend of aesthetic appeal and functional versatility, making it a popular choice for various applications in both residential and commercial spaces. The versatility of ceramic tiles allows for an almost limitless array of designs, from bold colors and intricate patterns to subtle textures and earthy tones. This variety enables designers and homeowners to create personalized spaces that reflect individual tastes and styles. The durability of ceramic tiles further enhances their appeal, as they resist wear and tear from high foot traffic, moisture, and staining, making them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways.
Gluto has a fully functional laboratory which can test and simulate the customer’s line applications to achieve a good result, comparable to the customer’s conditions. Raw materials and frits are all tested and verified before being used in production to ensure stability in the tile making process. Gluto utilises the service offered from the laboratory at Gluto Lab., in the event that more stringent tests need to be performed on materials.
The factory consists of a medium blender, stain and print powder mixers, digital ink cold storage rooms and the auto-batching plant. It has an effective dust extraction system ensuring that dust levels are minimal and well controlled.
Gluto has a Durst plotter to print test tiles which in turn can be fired at the customer. This facility can also assist the customer with their colour choice without disrupting the production lines. The Durst plotter can also apply certain digital effects eg. lustre, glossy, reactive.
This is a technologically advanced plant which guarantees accuracy and efficiency.
Its unique design gives the production team the flexibility to produce many different glazes in a day. This facility is able to track all data coming from the plant which is constantly monitored, ensuring that the customer will always receive a well manufactured and consistent finished product.
Pottery and Ceramics - A Brief Explanation
Earthenware
Stoneware
Porcelain
Summary
Earthenware
Earthenware is clay fired at relatively low temperatures of between 1,000 to 1,150 degrees. This results in a hardened but brittle material which is slightly porous (small holes through which liquid or air can go through), therefore can not be used to contain water.
To remedy this, a glaze is used to cover the object before it is fired in the kiln for a second time and rendered waterproof.
Stoneware
Stoneware is made from a particular clay which is fired at a higher temperature of 1,200°C. This results in a more durable material, with a denser, stone-like quality. The finished product will be waterproof and unlike earthenware, does not need to be glazed.
Porcelain
Porcelain comes from a refined clay which is fired at very high temperatures of approximately 1,200–1,450°C. The result is an extremely hard, shiny material often white and translucent in appearance.
The earliest forms of porcelain originated in China around 1600BC and this association popularised the term ‘fine china’, or bone china when the porcelain has had ground animal bone added to the clay, in order to create an even more durable material.
Summary
The main points of comparison between Earthenware, Stoneware and Porcelain, will be the temperature at which the clay is fired and the resulting strength, water resistance and durability of the finished products.
The quality of the products will be dependant of the quality and purity of the clay that is used to create them, but as a general rule, Stoneware and Porcelain will be the two more durable forms of ceramic, which are commonly used as tableware at home.
We often get asked what the difference is between earthenware, stoneware & porcelain, or ceramic & pottery. This blog post is our introduction and basic explanation of these commonly used terms. Pottery and ceramics are one and the same. The word ceramic derives from Greek which translates as “of pottery” or “for pottery”. Both pottery and ceramic are general terms that describe objects which have been formed with clay, hardened by firing and decorated or glazed. Clay is a natural material created by weathered rock. It is soft, malleable and will permanently harden if baked at high temperatures, making it a practical material for making tableware.