General Info :

	When used in blasting, glass media has the ability to cut through many layers or coatings due to its angular, irregular shape.
	Glass sand can produce a "white metal" finish which may be superior to other abrasives.
	Unlike other abrasives, glass does not contain significant chlorides or other salts which may serve to accelerate the corrosion of cleaned surfaces.
	Recycled glass sand can produce an excellent "surface profile" (anchor pattern for paint or other coatings).  Lower surface embedment than other abrasives.
	Glass is slightly less dense than other abrasives, producing more volume per ton, which may be favorable for productivity.
	Unlike slag-based abrasives, glass contains essentially no heavy metals which can potentially increase occupational exposure during abrasive use and increase potential environmental contamination.

Glass is unique.  It can be recycled an infinite number of times without deterioration to its structure or hardness.  Glass is chemically inert and structurally stable, so there are no adverse effects on the environment.  Glass is very sanitary because it is nonporous; there are few cracks or crevasses where bacteria or fungi may grow.

Recycling glass can have a large positive impact on environmental efforts to reduce landfill waste.  Glass recycling also produces no waste or by-products.