About two years after first installing the FC Series tempering lines from Glaston, Architectural Glass Products decided to invest in Autopilot technology, which was then commissioned in the autumn of 2023.
Automating the glass tempering process significantly reduces the need for manual input. The machine becomes responsible for selecting the correct process parameters. The result is an efficient and repeatable production process that helps the glass processor increase production.
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After discussing with a local Glaston representative and Autopilot customers in Europe, David Bunting, Managing Director of AGP, felt they were ready to try the new technology. The company then chose to install Autopilot on both FC Series furnaces of 2020 at the same time. AGP is currently in the process of installing a third FC Series furnace in Cambridge.
Easy transition for operators
In a recent statement, David said that it was quite a smooth transition for his operators. “It’s easier for our operators to maintain stability, and it helps us run tighter operations.”
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In the end, it all comes down to customers. Glaston’s Autopilot is providing everything that AGP’s customers want – high volumes with consistently high quality.
