Spacer filling

Manual or automatic spacer filling in shortest cycle times


Here are three reasons why Glaston’s spacer filling solution is your best choice

1.

Simplified logistics using the first-in/first-out process

2.

Processing of different types of spacer frames

3.

Parallel filling and transporting operations

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Desiccant filling station for subsequent filling

  • Drilling, filling and sealing of two frame members simultaneously
  • Sensor-controlled monitoring of the filling process guarantees an optimum filling degree
  • Desiccant feeding by 200-liter big bags
  • Removal of excessive desiccant grains by suction
  • Automatic sealing of the filling holes with butyl
  • Feeding unit can be infinitely adjusted pneumatically

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Desiccant filling without manual intervention provides the shortest cycle times thanks to parallel filling and transporting operations

  • Simplified logistics using the first-in/first-out process
  • Processing of stretched and curved frames made of aluminum, steel, stainless steel or plastic profiles
  • Proven drilling of the fill holes centered at the back of the spacer profile
  • Parallel drilling and filling of the two vertical frame legs
  • Clean and sensor-controlled filling operation with removal of excessive desiccant grains by suction
  • Spherical, desiccant grains with a diameter from 0.5–0.9 mm (0.02–0.04 in), 200-liter (55-gallon) drums
  • Automatic butyl sealing of the filling holes
  • Automatic frame transfer to the SPACER’BUTYLAPPLICATOR
  • Processing symmetrical internal bars up to 40 mm (1.57 in) wide
  • Shape filling in manual operation possible

Options

  • Picker – frame carrier for spacer frame buffering at spacerbending machines
  • Feeder – frame carrier for spacer frame buffering and transportation from spacerbending machines to the SPACER’FILLER AT

References


Premier DGU, UK

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“At Premier DGU, we wanted to produce triple-glazed units with different cavity widths and depths on a fully automated basis. We see automation as key to our group’s future success by bringing us higher efficiency and quality. That is what this new Glaston IGU line allows us to do,” says Mark Harrison, CEO of United Glass Group.

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Riou Ocean Glass, Mauritius

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“At Riou Ocean Glass, having reliable, high-performance equipment is essential for delivering the top-quality glass that clients have come to expect,” says Pierre Riou, Founder and President of Riou Ocean Glass. “The Glaston RC Series tempering furnace has given us the confidence to meet our ambitious growth and quality goals across the Indian Ocean region.”

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FLACHGLAS Wernberg, Germany

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“We are extremely satisfied with the two latest laminating line upgrade projects. There have been considerable savings in energy consumption, which also have a positive impact on the sustainability of our everyday operations,” says Martin Geiss, Technical Manager at FLACHGLAS Wernberg. “Many concerns we used to have about quality, reliability and feasibility are a thing of the past.”

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