Grenzebach › Products › Production Technology › Float Glass › Metrology Metrology - good data means better results FLOAT GLASS PRODUCTION As a glass manufacturer, a stable production process is more important than ever these days. Grenzebach’s inspection and measurement procedures stand for advanced control methods and top product quality. Good data means better results The data captured are fed back into the production process. They help spot departures from processes at an early stage and trend analyses of recurring problems reduce losses. The production process is fully transparent and full complete product analysis is possible. The following aspects are measured in real time: Contours and sizes Edges Position of the glass ribbon Thickness of glass and layers Stresses Temperature Quality Surface quality Data from the complete production line CNUD EFCO GFT and Grenzebach’s integrated approach permits analyses to be made and conclusions drawn about the whole production process. And customers have the benefit of faster response times with minimal use of resources. Example number one Ribbon thickness is measured directly at the beginning of the annealing lehr to allow a faster response should production differ from the thickness tolerances permitted. Example number two At the cold end, Grenzebach measures the glass ribbon’s stress profile, in other words, the stresses that occur within the glass along a measurement line across the glass ribbon, which generate during the cooling process. Thanks to Grenzebach’s SERICY IIoT platform, the settings in the annealing lehr can be changed in order to reduce stress peaks. Product Traceability STAYING ON TRACK If an item of glass in a high-rise facade needs replacing, then product traceability is invaluable. All the information and data generated along the value chain can be captured and used. The ability to associate this information with basic sheets of glass and the products these are turned into allows stakeholders in the glass ecosystem to trace the whole process, starting from the production line to the warehouse and all the way to the consumer. This is a huge asset and the foundation for continual improvement. PRODUCT TRACEABILITY Partnership and service that go the extra mile. OUR SERVICE FOR THE GLASS INDUSTRY Construction and commissioning of a new glass production line is only the first stage in a good customer relationship. Professional service in daily operation is just as important: We want your investment to be profitable without any interruption – that’s why our engineers are there for you with guidance and support over the entire life cycle of the plant. WE SERVICE Technology & equipment FLOAT GLASS PRODUCTION Tin bath The tin bath is the heart of every float glass production line; it is a decisive quality factor. Consequently, at CNUD EFCO GFT, it is always tailored to each customer’s requirements. Using process simulation, we are able to extract the ultimate in yield and quality. LEARN MORE Annealing lehr The annealing process is a decisive factor for quality, productivity, and efficiency. With our innovative systems, you can keep it fully under control: the latest technological control applications monitor your process at all times, prevent production losses and help to minimize downtime. LEARN MORE FOR NORTH AMERICA Your contact person: Ron LaBorde You would like to know what Grenzebach glass solutions can do for you? Call or write us about your challenge. We look forward to hearing from you! +1 770 253-4980 glasshandling@grenzebach.com FOR ALL OTHER REGIONS Your contact person: Florian Nagler Collaboration means dialogue. We support you no matter where you are in the world. Contact us. Send us your enquiry. +49 906 982-2000 glasshandling@grenzebach.com Print Page Industries Products Company Service Career Newsletter Service-Hotline: +49 906 982-2400 Data Privacy Imprint © 2021 Grenzebach Group