METHOD FOR REAL-TIME MONITORING OF THERMAL TIME EVOLUTION OF A FURNACE ADAPTED TO THE THERMAL SOFTENING OF FLAT GLASS ARTICLES.

摘要

The present invention relates to a method for real-time monitoring of thermal time evolution of a furnace adapted to the thermal softening of flat glass articles. The invention also relates to a system for carrying out the said method. The method of the invention is particularly convenient for high productions rates. It allows reducing the reacting time between the detection of temperature drifts in the furnace and the adjustment of the settings of said furnace. The risk for a production shutdown or disruption is reduced.