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Backlight
The rear glass window in a vehicle.
Batch Privacy Glass
Ford Glass Division uses a process for producing privacy parts in which the feature is accomplished by adding ingredients to the mixture in the float tank. Before the process, reflective coatings were applied after the glass was produced.
Bead
A sealant after application in a joint irrespective of the method of application, such as caulking bead, glazing bead, etc. Also a molding or stop used to hold glass or panels in position.
Bent Glass
Flat glass that has been shaped while hot into cylindrical or other curved shapes.
Bevel
A deviation from a right angle break on a scored and severed glass edge.
Bite
The dimension by which the edge of the glass product is engaged into the glazing channel.
Block
Rectangular, curved sections of neoprene or other approved material used to position the glass in the glazing channel.
BMS
The company computer and software system or Branch Management System.
Book Inventory
The book (or ledger) value of inventory at a current standard cost which is adjusted monthly.
Bow
A deviation of the glass surface from a true plane.
Breakage Account
The account to which the value of ARG parts inventory is charged when they are broken or otherwise damaged beyond repair.
Breather Tube
A device added to an insulating glass unit that allows excess pressure to bleed off to the atomosphere. Required for high (over 4000') altitudes.
Bubble
A round or elongated gaseous inclusion in the glass; may be partially emergent.
Bug
Logo of the manufacturer etched into or painted onto the ARG part.
Buy Out
The process of buying a part from a competitor to fill a customer's order.
Button (or mirror button)
An attachment on the interior surface of the windshield used to hold the rear view mirror.
Butyl
A sealant type used in some installations. Comes in Tape form and in liquid form in caulking tubes.
Bullet-Resisting Glass
A multiple lamination of glass with tough clear sheet plastic, usually at least 1 3/16 inches thick overall, which is designed to stop bullets from ordinary firearms other than high-powered rifles.
Butt Glazing
Installing glass products where the vertical glass edges are without structural supporting mullions.
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