HEATING-Before the glass may be blown it must be heated to a semi-solid state in a very hot flame.
FINE WORK—Not all glass work is for experimental works. Mr. Logan holds a tiny wine goblet. In front of him are two delicate swans and a tiny Jayhawk.
SELECTING—A size of glass for every chore. From these racks Mr. Logan may select the size of tube to fit the job he is doing.
KU Glassworks By KEN COY
GLASS IN THE HANDS of a skilled workman becomes as flexible and artful as clay in the hands of a potter. Through skillful manipulation, it becomes a sturdy piece of equipment for research or perhaps a dainty novelty for the home.
A "plant" at the University does what glass work is needed for the various experimental and other projects. Located in the basement of Bailey chemistry lab, the glassworks was begun about four years ago when Walter Logan was named the University's official glassblower. He now does work for many departments of the University as well as having a hobby of making fine pieces of work.
SHAPING—Casting a red glow from being heated, the glass may then be formed and shaped by air pressure or gentle turning.
ORDERING—Even in a glass blowing department there are many records to be filled out and orders for equipment to be made.
EXPERIMENTAL—Glass blowing has a practical application. Sam Johnson, graduate student, checks a fractionating column made by Mr. Logan.