Sovitec develops most of its glass beads by grinding recycled glass. Another type of beads, created in our facilities based on original virgin glass smelting, results in an exceptional purity and quality of our glass beads.

The strict selection of raw materials and the level of control over our manufacturing processes, allows us to guarantee that our beads do not contain hazardous substances or traces of free silica. Our glass is thus totally inert. At every step in the production process, everything is done to respect the environment.

The micro glass beads produced by Sovitec feature a maximum whiteness and transparency and reach a high percentage of roundness.

Many other parameters characterize our beads. The surface of the smooth glass is closed and non absorbent with the binder (oil absorption), thus making it a filler of choice in some paints with high solids. Given the spherical shape and hardness of glass, our beads are used in various applications as a drop-on and premix product. Sovitec offers a range of unique surface treatments for many applications.

The exclusive surface treatment process sets specific molecules on the surface of micro beads in order to optimize their properties and make them interact with the paint. Sovitec will therefore establish an adequate coating for each system according to the required criteria in terms of compatibility, durability, performance and security level.