VACOOM’LIFTER

The new generation of handling equipment


Looking for a new-generation handling machine?
Here are three reasons why Glaston VACOOM’LIFTER is your best choice

1.

Increased safety standards

2.

Proven, rigid guidance

3.

Sensors for predictive maintenance of components

Tangible benefits


The newly developed Glaston VACOOM’LIFTER handling machine represents a successful combination of traditional equipment manufacturing processes and digital transformation. Let’s call it Glaston 4.0 in practical use.

  • Accurate positioning with stepless, adjustable lifting speed
  • Vacuum generation with intelligent ejector technology
    • System status in real time
    • Malfunction avoidance
    • Integrated energy-saving function
  • Integrated load cell protection against overload
    • Maximum possible weight only when using all suction cups
    • Automatic load reduction with deactivated suction cups
  • Safe parking of transported goods with automatic recognition of successful load docking
  • Various evaluation options for process and suction cycles over a longer period of time
  • Platform concept for different device versions
    • Rigid guidance
    • Hooks into crane hooks or chain hoists

Downloads & links

VACOOM'LIFTER Factsheet

References


Pilkington Automotive Finland, Finland

#automotive glass #automotiveindustry #CNC #CNC96 #lifecycleservices #mobility #reference #upgrades

“We decided to extend the lifetime of our Bystronic (now Glaston) automotive glass cutting equipment with a Glaston CNC96 upgrade kit and ensure that we can continue to get spare parts,” says Matti Säynäväjärvi, Technical Services Group Leader, Pilkington Automotive Finland Oy, Laitila plant.

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Viridian Glass, Australia

#architectural #automation #COMFORT #glass quality #IG unit #insulating glass #reference

As building regulations require more energy-efficient glass, Viridian Glass has stepped up its game. Purchasing Glaston’s COMFORT BOX IG manufacturing line enables its Woodville plant in Adelaide to meet burgeoning demands with visibly better quality and shorter lead times. “High quality insulated glass is the future in Australia,” says, National Operational Excellence Manager, Tarun Bhatia at Viridian Glass.

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AGP, New Zealand

#architectural #automation #autopilot #digitalization #FC Series #flat glass tempering #reference

“We’re now running with the stability, reliability and consistency we aimed to achieve when we invested in Glaston’s Autopilot,” David Bunting, Managing Director of Architectural Glass Products (AGP), says.

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