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glasstec 2024

Practical cases of digital and AI tools already in use today

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Digital technologies will be one hot topic at this year’s glasstec. Artificial Intelligence plays a prominent role here and is already used at various stages of the (glass) industry. See here some practical examples and also what you can look forward to in Düsseldorf from October 22 to 25.

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Forel

Larger stand at glasstec 2022 for larger systems

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For this edition of the glasstec trade fair, Forel, a specialist in vertical glass processing, had once again enlarged its stand. According to Forel, it wanted to present itself as one of the "must-see" exhibitors. A number of innovations focussing on automation in IGU production and operational logistics have been presented.

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Vacuum lifters

Smartlift: New glass lifter presented at Frontale in Nuremberg

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The Danish manufacturer of glass lifters, Smartlift, has presented its brand new SL 609 HLE RT at Frontale in Nuremberg on 12 July 2022. Here is a look at the new device.

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Neptun:

High-speed glass washing machine for processors

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Neptun offers a range of glass washing machines. Here we give you an overview of what the different models can do and what their applications are:

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Europe:

Top European countries for smart homes

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An increasing number of people are embarking on a more tech-savvy lifestyle. Intrigued by this notion, the experts at Homedit.com conducted a study to find out which European countries embrace smart home technologies the most.

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Siemens: Optimized production thanks to the digital twin

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Digitalization has become a key topic for almost all businesses in the glass industry, and the necessary technologies are now available. But along with progress come new questions: for example, how to start the digitalization process, and where? And what are the benefits to the bottom line? Learning more about digital twins will bring you closer to the answers.

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Hegla: Vacuum lifter with safety check function

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With the new V-H 150 seculift, Hegla and the Hegla New Technology innovation centre present a new generation of the V-H suction device for lifting, setting down and manipulating glass. See here in detail how it all works:

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TU Delft's Bucky Lab: Translucent spheres that can become fully invisible

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In our ongoing series, we present projects and prototypes from the Bucky Lab, where engineering and construction students offer a different take on facade construction through their new and fresh approach.