THE CERAMIC
ADVANTAGE

SINCE ANCIENT TIMES, CERAMIC COLORS HAVE DEMONSTRATED UNSURPASSED PERMANENCE IN BEAUTY

These colors can last for centuries without fading or otherwise changing in appearance. Today's equivalent, improved by modern formulations and manufacturing processes, is found in the lasting beauty and performance of GCC ceramic enamels.

GCC enamels are fired onto a glass substrate in order to form a permanent bond. They are different from 'organic' or 'silicone' paints or inks in that the backbone of the system, or the binder, is actually glass. When the paint is cured, this glass binder becomes a part of the glass substrate and cannot be removed by ordinary means.

Because of their durability, glass enamels are used on objects for which long-lasting performance and beauty are desired.

You gain the benefits:

• "True Lightfastness" ensures that there is no visible difference between old glass and new glass, original parts and replacements.
• Ceramic Enamels are actually fused onto the surface of the glass itself; they will not delaminate, blister, crack or evolve gasses or other chemicals.
• Ultimate chemical resistance means that Ceramic Enamels will not fade, stain, or discolor upon contact with glazing compounds, sealants or gasketing materials.
• Ceramic Enamels are hard, as hard as the glass itself. They won't scratch or mar during fabrication, transport, installation or handling.
• Every color is 'green.' Fired-on Ceramic Enamels are non-toxic, non-combustible, and easy to dispose.

GCC IS THE FASTEST, MOST FLEXIBLE SUPPLIER OF CERAMIC ENAMELS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL GLASS INDUSTRY. Architecture is meant to last, and GCC products are too. With its exceptionally high green strength, GCC ceramic enamel makes possible a wide range of conveyance and stacking options. No need to handle your unfired glass with kid gloves so as to not damage the paint film. Only GCC products allow you to man-handle your green parts – and even stack them with simple cork spacers! With GCC enamels, you have a variety of application options – roll coat, screen print, spray – all with the same enamel! In most cases, it is as simple as opening the pail, mixing briefly with simple and inexpensive tools, and adding the enamel to your application equipment. And for special needs, GCC's simple and reliable thinning system can be adopted with minimal training. GCC enamels are fired onto a glass substrate in order to form a permanent bond. They are different from 'organic' or 'silicone' paints in that the backbone of the system, or the binder, is actually glass. When the paint is cured, this glass binder becomes a permanent part of the glass substrate and cannot be removed by ordinary means. This bond is so strong that edge deletion is not required! Because of their durability, glass enamels are used on objects for which long-lasting performance and beauty are desired. This is The Ceramic Advantage™. In the nearly ten years since GCC introduced its line of architectural enamels, we have attained the leading position in North America and have established an international supply capability. Surface One, GCC's Latest Innovation - GCC is proud to offer our latest line of ceramic glass enamels ("Frit"), our EX series Surface One product line. While all of our Frit products exhibit exceptional durability, this newly developed product line raises it to the next level. GCC's EX Series Surface One coatings increase the design flexibility available to an Architect or Building Owner, bringing the Frit to the exterior surface. Visual markings on the exterior surface are used in Bird Friendly Glass applications and recognized through testing to be the most effective bird/glass collision deterrent. EX Series Surface One Frits are designed to be screen printed and are delivered ready to use with the same preparation as our standard architectural product lines. GCC's new product line utilizes the same world class medium as well, providing the exceptional green strength you're used to working with. GCC's EX Series Surface One product line is an innovative new tool now available to the Glass Industry.         GCC HAS BEEN A LEADING PROVIDER OF APPLIANCE ENAMELS SINCE OUR FOUNDING. All our decorating products are Ceramic Enamels, exhibiting the extreme temperature stability and other performance characteristics of this class. Ceramic enamels are fired onto a glass substrate in order to form a permanent bond. They are different from 'organic' or 'silicone' paints in that the backbone of the system, or the binder, is actually glass. When the paint is cured, this glass binder becomes a permanent part of the glass substrate and cannot be removed by ordinary means. Because of their durability, ceramic enamels are used on objects for which long-lasting performance and beauty are desired. This is The Ceramic Advantage™. We understand that different appliance applications require different performance criteria. GCC has the flexibility to handle it. Our wide range of frit systems allows us to formulate specifically to your needs, whether you most value color, chemical resistance, opacity, gloss, impact resistance, or other properties. Whether you want the deepest black, brightest white, or specialty colors of any hue or effect, call us. We will work with you to reach your target. GCC ENAMELS ADD BEAUTY THAT ENDURES. Glass bottles and packages should look as good on the shelf as they do in the design room. All our decorating products are Ceramic Enamels, exhibiting the extreme toughness and other performance characteristics of this class. Ceramic enamels are fired onto a glass substrate in order to form a permanent bond. They are different from 'organic' inks in that the backbone of the system is actually glass. When the paint is cured, this glass binder becomes a permanent part of the glass substrate and cannot be removed by ordinary means. Because of their durability, ceramic enamels are used on objects for which long-lasting performance and beauty are desired. This is The Ceramic Advantage™. GCC has a wide range of colors and effects that will add value to your most beautiful glass packages. And our ceramic enamels are entirely resistant to scratches or abrasion throughout the entire supply chain, so they'll keep their beauty when it matters most. Speedy delivery of the highest quality enamels is only the basis of our offering. From the concept stage all the way through the product lifecycle, our experts will be with you every step of the way. We provide total solutions, and welcome opportunities for improvement whenever and wherever they can be spotted. GCC works for long term impact. Part of our mission is to be there for you in the decades to come, so sustainability is something we take very seriously. GCC was the first to eliminate lead-bearing enamels from its product offering and today offers HMF enamels for a wide range of packaging applications, such as single-trip, multi-trip, pressurized, spirits, and more. GLASS IS A VERSATILE MATERIAL AND YOUR GLASS ENAMEL SUPPLIER SHOULD BE, TOO. We never know what unique application we will encounter next. GCC is a vertically integrated manufacturer – we make our own glass frits, pigments, and mediums. For you, this means that we can provide a wide range of colors and unique effects, driven by your most challenging design opportunities. Glossy, matte, satin etch, translucent, metallic or pearlescent, high-friction, frosts – whatever your need, we will work to deliver you the effect you are looking for. This also means that we have total control over the reliability, sustainability, quality and development of the key components of our ceramic enamels. Our team of creative experts enjoys the challenge of delivering solutions for the most unusual design and decoration initiatives.