- We inspect the overall quality of all replacement glass.
- Chinese windshields require an extra 5-10 minutes of cleaning to remove contaminates.
- All glass is thoroughly cleaned
- We always use quality glass cleaner
- Cleaner mixed from concentrate could be mixed at the incorrect proportions rendering it less effective.
- We also check to ensure the cleaner being used is compatible with the adhesive we plan to use.
- All technicians follow a set procedure for cleaning the glass.
- Only clean towels are used for cleaning - free of dirt and any debris from previous uses.
- All our technicians use Nitrile gloves to minimize scratching.
- All bonding surfaces are thoroughly cleaned (the pinch-weld)
- Technicians use extra lubricants while removing your glass to further minimize damage to the area.
- Farmland technicians practice a strict procedure for removing dirt and debris before the glass' bonding surface is exposed.
- All bonding areas are assessed and cleaned further as needed before the glass is set.
- Extra care is taken when Priming the glass and vehicle body
- Primers must be shaken for at least one minute to ensure a consistent mixture.
- We use only fresh primers as many are sensitive to moisture and will go bad within 10-14 days.
- We verify the correct primer is being used.
- Different primers are used for glass and other metal vehicle parts.
- To ensure the best seal, we always use primers and adhesives from the same manufacturer.
- Primers are always given adequate time to set prior to applying the adhesive (usually 6-10 minutes).
- We ensure proper temperature before applying the primer as some primers cannot be used safely below 40 degrees.
- Assess the adhesive to be used for best results for the situation
- Quick cure
- Non-Conductive
- High Modulous