Itech Ltd.

HIGHLIGHTS

📌 Total Automation: Presence of sensors for automatic detection of glass dimensions for pressing.
📌 Versatility: Pressing of double, triple, quadruple, shaped, and staggered glass up to 3000/5000 mm in length.
📌 High Productivity: Pressing of thicknesses up to 60/80/100 mm, with a maximum transfer speed of 40 meters per minute.
📌 Pressing Quality: Precision and uniformity of pressing ensure coupling without deformations or irregularities.
📌 Energy Efficiency: 70% reduced pneumatic consumption thanks to the installation of a vacuum pump.
📌 Smart Solution: The machine’s software allows complete management of the production process.
📌 Ease of Maintenance:The open structure allows easy access to main components for maintenance.
📌 Remote Assistance:Quick problem resolution, reducing intervention costs and machine downtime by 50%.
📌 Unmatched Reliability: 100% Made in Italy components, CE certified.

DESCRIPTIONS

The Automatic Panel Press of the VEGA series is designed for medium to large-sized glass companies engaged in the production of insulated glass units (IGUs) for doors, windows, and large architectural components, with high production volume requirements. Equipped with sensors that allow automatic recognition of glass dimensions, our solution is fully automated. Pressing occurs uniformly, ensuring a high-quality product for double, triple, quadruple, shaped, structural, or staggered glass with thicknesses up to 100 mm.

The composition includes a profile alignment conveyor, pressing station, and an outlet conveyor. Designed for glass up to 3000/5000 mm in length, glass transport is facilitated by high-density polyurethane friction rollers controlled by two gear motors. The fixed press panel is covered with multilayer phenolic wood panels with a cloth surface and a series of holes that create an air cushion for glass movement. A series of sensors determine the size of the glass to be pressed together. Conversely, the movable press panel is coated with multilayer phenolic wood panels with a rubber surface. It is also equipped with a series of suction cups controlled by a vacuum pump for securing and handling the glass during the pressing process.

The pressing process begins with the transfer of the first glass pane from the washing machine to the profile alignment conveyor for quality control. Once quality is verified, the glass is transferred into the press and secured by a glass holding mechanism. Pneumatically controlled lever systems lift the glass pane to a preset height. The movable press panel approaches, and through a series of suction cups, it grabs the glass and holds it firmly. Thereafter, the second glass with the spacer, which has been previously applied, enter the press and are stopped in the same position as the first glass. At this point, the glass pane is lifted to the same height as the first using a lever mechanism. The movable press panel automatically starts closing until it reaches the thickness previously detected, then uniformly pressing the two glasses together. This phase of the process is repeated multiple times for triple or quadruple glazing. The pressed glass panels are then transported to the outlet conveyor at a maximum speed of 40 meters per minute.

The software interface provides the operator with complete freedom in managing every phase of production, ensuring practical and efficient control. Additionally, the VEGA press can be manually operated via the touchscreen, even in the event of electronic component failures. All operator commands operate at low voltage and are equipped with protections compliant with European regulations to prevent access to hazardous parts of the machine. Our machinery is CE certified.

OPTIONALS

QUALITY CONTROL’1“LED LIGHTS”

Addition of LED lights on the outlet conveyor for quality control.

QUALITY CONTROL’2 “SCANNER” ”

Addition of a conveyor with Glass Scanner built in for quality control of washed glass.

STRUCTURAL GLASS (PRESS) ”

Allow for production of structural glass using automatic electromechanical positioners controlled through PLC and operator panel.

HIGHER HEIGHT FOR SPACER APPLICATION ”

Allows for the assembly of spacer bars at a greater height (distance) from the glass edges, exceeding the standard 3-4 mm.

INCREASED GLASS LENGHT PRESSING “CON RIPRESA” ”

Pressing cycle run in 2 phases to produce glass with lengths up to 3500 mm.

INCREASED GLASS LENGHT PRESSING “MEZZA LASTRA” ”

This option enables the production of glass panes with lengths up to 3210 mm in a single production cycle.

PRODUCTION LABELS ”

Implementation of printer and software for printing labels with manufacturer logo and product characteristics.

GLASS SUPPORT WHEELS”

Support wheels for slabs/glass made of plastic material with assembled polyurethane ring.

TILTING CONVEYOR ”

Addition of a tilting conveyor/roller conveyor to adapt to various needs.

ROTATING CORNER CONVEYOR ”

The 90° rotating corner conveyor can be installed both before the machine inlet conveyor and after the outlet conveyor. Its standard length is 3500 mm. It requires a space of 4000 mm x 4000 mm. Allows rotation (0°-90°) of glass up to 3500 mm in length Enables the integration of new machines into the production line even if space in the building would not allow it

ADDITIONAL CONVEYOR ”

The additional conveyor can be positioned both before the machine inlet conveyor and after the outlet conveyor. It occupies no more depth than the machine itself. Allows processing of glass up to 6000 mm in length After the outlet conveyor, with 2 motors, it becomes a storage zone for smaller glass sizes