Glass Performance Days: Industry Insights Through Detailed Case Studies

Date: 5 August 2024

This week, the Glastory post about the GPD Conference 2023 presentations is dedicated to case studies.

Author:  Mar Garrido | Glaston

Source: glastory.net

Explore a variety of practical insights from industry experts through detailed case studies covered during the Glass Performance Days 2023 conference. These sessions offer a deep dive into real-world applications and advancements in glass processing.

From optimizing furnace operations and enhancing quality control with advanced metrology scanners to implementing innovative laser technology for retrofitting building covers, these business case studies reveal the latest strategies for improving efficiency and performance in the glass industry.

Business case studies

  1. Klaus Muehlhans, A+W Software – “OPC 40301: Standardization of machine interfaces for flat glass processing”
  2. Klaus Muehlhans, A+W Software and Kai Vogel, Viprotron GmbH – “Mobile digitizing at ease”
  3. Thomas Rainer, HEGLA GmbH & Co. KG – “Retrofitting of additional functions in the building cover through the use of mobile laser technology”
  4. Michael Elstner, AGC Glass Europe – “Optical Distortion in tempered glass – a claim or a feature and how to visualize it”
  5. David Hewitt, Tecnoglass – “Making glass flatness a standard”

Product and process case studies

  1. Matthias Seel, Glass Competence Center – GCC – “Edge strength of annealed float glass: Identification and optimisation of cutting process parameters”
  2. Richard Krumpolec, CEPLANT Masaryk University – “Fast and effective large-area cleaning and activation of float glass with improved micro-uniformity by atmospheric plasma surface processing”
  3. Anton Krumm – “Laser cutting technology for automotive and architectural glass products”
  4. Thorsten Böllinghaus, Bohle AG – “Increased production yields during glass cutting and in downstream processes by selecting cutting wheels with proper surface finish and microstructure”
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