Manufacturers
Glass Torch Manufacturers
The makers behind the torches in our catalog; their focus, where they're based, and how many of their models we cover. Pick a manufacturer to see its lineup.
- Glass Torch TechnologiesGTTUSA · Boro, Production, Pipe, SoftTioga, Pennsylvania maker of standard surface-mix, patented Triple Mix, and 4-Way Mix glassworking torches. GTT says it machines, builds, and tests its torches by hand.16 torches in catalog
- Carlisle Machine WorksCarlisleUSA · Soft, Boro, BeadsFamily-owned Millville, New Jersey manufacturer. Its current glassworking line includes combination, surface-mix, bench, and hand torches. Carlisle says the CC was developed with Corning in 1939.14 torches in catalog
- Nortel ManufacturingNortelCanada · Soft, Boro, BeginnerToronto manufacturer founded by Peter Norton. The current mounted line is surface mix; selected hand torches and optional top burners are premix.20 torches in catalog
- Bethlehem BurnersBethlehemUSA · Scientific, Production, BoroA division of Bethlehem Apparatus Company. Bethlehem says it has manufactured surface-mix glassworking torches since 1950.12 torches in catalog
- Herbert ArnoldGermany · Scientific, Industrial, Boro, SoftGerman manufacturer of burners, glassworking lathes, and production systems. Official burner materials include surface-mix hand and bench burners suitable for quartz.6 torches in catalog
- National TorchNationalUSA · Hand-torch, Bench, Scientific, IndustrialNational Torch is a division of Premier Industries. The current official catalog includes premix and surface-mix hand and bench torches plus interchangeable tip systems.4 torches in catalog
Figures come from the manufacturer's own pages and manuals where we have them, and are labelled as estimates where they are ours; confirm the current spec with the maker before you buy.