FAQs
UGE provides a wide range of glass-lined equipment, including reactors, tanks, dryers and columns. We also supply accessories such as agitators, baffles and manways, ensuring a complete solution for your process needs.
New equipment is precision-engineered to meet the highest industry standards, while used equipment is rigorously inspected, refurbished and certified to perform like new. Reglassed equipment extends the life of your existing assets by restoring their glass linings to original specifications.
Every piece of equipment, whether new, used or reglassed, undergoes stringent quality checks including spark testing, pressure testing and ultrasonic thickness measurements. Our products meet global certifications such as ASME, PED and TUV, ensuring reliability and compliance.
UGE offers immediate delivery for our ready-to-ship inventory. For custom or reglassed equipment, lead times vary based on the complexity of the project but are always optimized to meet your timeline.
The InstantGlass program allows customers to trade in used or damaged equipment for credits toward new or reglassed products. It virtually eliminates any extended downtime by offering quick replacements from our extensive inventory.
Yes. UGE specializes in customizing equipment to your exact specifications. From tailored designs to modifications such as side support lugs or special coatings, the equipment is sure to fit seamlessly into your operations.
UGE supports a variety of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, food and beverage, and specialty manufacturing. Our solutions are tailored to handle the unique demands of each sector.
Reglassing is a cost-effective way to extend the life of your equipment. UGE’s 20-step reglassing process restores your equipment to like-new condition while adhering to original pressure vessel codes. It’s an eco-friendly option backed by a one-year warranty.
Yes. UGE buys surplus glass-lined equipment, offering competitive valuations and a streamlined process. We also provide trade-in options to help offset the cost of upgrading or replacing equipment.
Reglassing is the process of restoring the glass lining on equipment such as reactors, tanks and agitators to like-new condition. It involves removing the damaged or worn glass lining, repairing the metal surface and applying a new layer of glass to meet original specifications. This cost-effective and eco-friendly process extends the lifespan of glass-lined equipment.
Over time, the glass lining on equipment can become damaged due to chemical exposure, mechanical wear or thermal stress. Reglassing restores the protective lining, ensuring the equipment remains resistant to corrosion and capable of handling demanding processes.
UGE follows a rigorous 20-step process, including thorough inspection, spark testing and pressure testing. Damaged glass is carefully removed, the metal substrate is repaired, and a new layer of corrosion-resistant glass is applied. Every piece is tested to meet global certifications such as ASME, PED and TUV.
UGE can reglass a wide range of equipment, including reactors, tanks, columns and accessories such as agitators and baffles. We work with standard and custom configurations to meet the needs of diverse industries.
Reglassing offers significant cost savings compared to purchasing new equipment, minimizes downtime and supports sustainability by reusing existing assets. UGE’s reglassing services also include a one-year warranty, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
The duration of the reglassing process depends on the size and complexity of the equipment, but UGE is committed to minimizing lead times and delivering solutions as quickly as possible.
Yes. UGE’s reglassing process ensures that restored equipment meets the same standards as new. Our rigorous testing guarantees that reglassed products perform reliably under the most demanding conditions.
Absolutely. UGE can modify equipment during the reglassing process, including adding side support lugs, adjusting flanges or upgrading components to meet new process requirements.
Contact UGE to discuss your equipment and process needs. Our team of experts will provide a detailed evaluation and guide you through the reglassing process to deliver a solution tailored to your requirements.