What is Duratuff glassware?

We all know glassware breaks but how a glass breaks can make a big difference to Operations and Profitability.

Duratuff Treatment  from Libbey is a super-strengthening heat-treating after-process that:

• Increases durability
• Mechanical Strength
• Thermal Shock Resistance

This special thermal after-process for “pressed” tumblers and stemware strengthens the upper portion of the glass, the area most vulnerable to breakage. It increases the resistance to thermal and mechanical shock which results in remarkably durable glassware with prolonged service life.

What is the difference between DuraTuffing and tempering?

Libbey’s exclusive processes were developed not only to reduce breakage and chipping, but to also change HOW a glass breaks - an important safety consideration in foodservice operations. Fully tempered glass can be unstable. Inappropriately tempered glassware shatters in an explosive manner. It breaks into smaller jagged pieces that can travel long distances potentially contaminating ice bins or salad bars. The need for product replacement due to breakage and chipping affects your bottom line. Libbey’s toughening processes produce glassware that stands up to more servings which means more profits for you.

Southern Hospitality sells a wide range of toughened glassware including the Libbey Duratuff range.