La Verrerie au XXieme Siècle. By J. Henrivaux. (Paris, R. Bernard et Cie., 1903.) Practically a supplement to the preceding; some of the processes and products described are, however, not of a practical nature. Chiefly valuable for recent developments in plate-glass and bottle-glass manufacture.
German Books on Glass Manufacture.
Die Glasfabrikation. By R. Gerner. (A. Hartleben’s Verlag, Vienna and Leipzig, 1897.) A concise and clear account of most of the more important processes of glass manufacture. Very practical in character. The information given appears to be reliable, although far from complete.
Die Herstellung Grosser Glaskoerper and Die Bearbeitung Grosser Glaskoerper. By C. Wetzel. (Hartleben’s Verlag, Vienna and Leipzig, 1900 and 1901 respectively.) Describes numerous special processes and appliances devised for use in connection with large glass objects. Some of these descriptions, however, appear to be little more than transcripts from patent specifications.
Glasfabriken und Hohlglasfabrikation. By R. Dralle. (Leipzig, Baumgaertner, 1886.) Looked upon as a classic in Germany. Gives detailed plans and drawings of entire bottle-works, including furnaces and all accessories. Deals principally with bottle manufacture.
Die Glasfabrikation. By Dr. E. Tscheuschner. (Weimar, B. H. Voigt, 1888.) A full detailed account of all processes known at the time. The rapid progress of modern practice has, however, already rendered this book to some extent obsolete.
Jenaer Glas. By Hovestadt. Already referred to in respect of the English translation.
Der Sprechsaal. (Schmidt, Weimar.) A trade journal devoted to the discussion of technical matters relating to the glass and ceramic industries. Occasionally contains articles and abstracts of technical or scientific interest in connection with glass manufacture.
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In addition to the books and papers named in the above list, a great number of scientific papers, notes, etc., are to be found scattered throughout the technical and scientific publications of the world; those that have proved of real interest and importance have, however, left their mark on the industry, and will be found described or referred to in connection with the various branches of manufacture described in the present volume or in the books named above.