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glasstec 2024

Glaston to present new solutions for optimised glass processing

Glaston’s equipment is designed to reduce operational costs while increasing productivity. Their advanced automation systems ensure flawless production line accuracy, maintaining consistent quality throughout the process. With comprehensive service offerings, businesses can extend machinery life and achieve higher uptime, supporting long-term operational success.

Glass tempering solutions

Glaston’s latest RC and FC Series tempering line technologies can be customised to meet specific processing needs. These solutions incorporate advanced automation, accelerating operations across all stages of production. This leads to improved performance and profitability.

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Glass lamination solutions

The new Glaston ProL SPEED laminating line offers up to a 40% increase in production output. This solution is ideal for manufacturers looking to scale production efficiency.

Insulating glass manufacturing

Glaston’s TPS PRO system revolutionises efficiency and productivity in insulating glass manufacturing, delivering up to 15% more yield. The system’s ability to produce thin triple IG units facilitates integration with existing window frames, making it suitable for building renovations. Additionally, the Glaston MUNTIN’MASTER automates muntin placement in TPS IG units, and Glaston ACTIVE’SEALER enhances double glazing production with proven dosing technology.

Mobility and display glass processing

The Glaston CHAMP EVO system for mobility glass preprocessing automates cutting, breaking, and grinding, improving both performance and speed. The new Glaston HYPERFEX grinding wheels demonstrate enhanced performance across all preprocessing stages.

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Additionally, the Glaston MATRIX EVO automatic windshield bending furnace delivers faster, high-performance production, featuring a windshield press that accurately bends deep sags and corners. Its active convection technology accelerates heating, even for coated or complex glass types.

Automation in processing

Glaston’s automated glass loaders and unloaders optimise the placement of glass onto production lines, based on batch patterns and specific production needs. These systems are applicable across various types of glass processing, enhancing efficiency, quality, safety, and energy savings. For tempering and laminating lines, automatic batch optimisation maximises capacity and reduces energy consumption by generating the most efficient batch patterns.

Upgrades for improved performance

Glaston has introduced several upgrade options for glass heat treatment, insulating glass manufacturing, and mobility and display glass processing. The CNC96 upgrade kit for automotive and architectural glass cutting equipment boosts the control system while replacing outdated components.

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Upgrading the heating chamber with Glaston’s RC or FC technology improves energy efficiency, end-product quality, and productivity in older tempering lines. Additionally, the Glaston ProL-zone upgrade modernises existing laminating lines for faster, more efficient processing. The system’s full convection technology eliminates heat loss and reduces energy consumption.

Comprehensive service solutions

Glaston offers Glaston Care, a comprehensive service agreement designed to maximise equipment reliability. Their lifecycle support services help reduce downtime, lower total cost of ownership, and extend machine life.

Glaston at glasstec 2024: Hall 15, Stand A48–A49