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COMPANIES DOSSIER

GLASSTEC 2012, A muST-ATTEnd EvEnT on ThE CALEndAr of GimAv And viTrum

“Italian prestige leads the way”

GIMAV

Renata Gaffo, Director of Gimav

R enata Gaffo, director of Gimav, firmly believes in the importance of the Düsseldorf event. “In these sluggish times, it is a useful tool toward under-

standing what margin of development Italy’s glass processing machinery industry can secure for itself. The starting positions for our businesses are, of course, quite good, because in this sector the prestige of Italian prod-ucts is beyond question. The financial slump has infected the entire planet and despite a positive start , 2012 ap-pears to be heading toward a much more dramatic con-clusion than predicted. However, the huge potential of glass along with glass companies’ commitment to inno-vation point to a brighter future”. “Our companies - Gi-mav’s director adds - are facing the difficulties of ‘flying blind’ with unwavering determination. This situation, however, still leaves considerable room for creativity and enterprising spirit, as Italian businesses can rely on the same capability and proactive attitude used to diversify their horizon and reach out to new markets, thus maxi-mizing outlets for their products”. This is the spirit that enlivens the participation of Gimav and its member com-panies at Glasstec with a massive turnout occupying an exhibit area of approximately 15,000 square meters de-voted to “made in Italy”. This unique event will provide a unique opportunity to illustrate the new features of the 18th Vitrum show (October 23-26), a trade show that once again promises to be a decisive influence in the in-dustry’s development over the next five years. The 2013 edition of the international biennial trade fair for machin-ery, equipment and systems for the processing of flat and hollow glass, glass and finished products for the industry

will bind two aspects of Italian creativity and expertise -- the super-technological art of glass processing and the warm, inviting art of enjoying life, a foretaste of which will be offered at the Gimav stand in Glasstec. ■

GlASStEC 2012,a must-attend event on the calendar of Gimav and vitrum“Italian prestige leads the way”

GIMAV Exhibitors

FlAt GlASSAdelio lattuada(Hall 16-Stand F24)

Adi(Hall 16-Stand A24)

Alu-ProRoltech (co-exhibitor)(Hall 16-Stand A11)

APB Antonio Piazza Brevetti(Hall 16-Stand A55)

BelfortglassZanetti Macchine (co-exhibitor)(Hall 16-Stand F16)

Biesse-Intermac(Hall 16-Stand C53)

Bottero (Flat Glass Division)(Hall 16-Stand C11-C23)

BDt Bovone Diamond tools(Hall 16-Stand F48)

Bovone Elettromeccanica(Hall 16-Stand F46) Cefla(Hall 16-Stand C47)

CMB Costruzioni Meccaniche Besana(Hall 16-Stand A67)

Cms Elmag (co-exhibitor)(Hall 16-Stand A47)

Covetech(Hall 16-Stand C60) Denver(Hall 16-Stand D55)

Dogo(Hall 16-Stand D48)

Famatec(Hall 16-Stand F47)

FBS profilati(Hall 16-Stand A16)

Fenzi (Hall 16-Stand C12)

For.El.(Hall 16-Stand A23)

Forvet(Hall 16-Stand C75)

Forza G Italia(Hall 16-Stand F17)

Glaston (Hall 14-Stand D29)

Helios Italquartz (Hall 16-Stand C48)

Italmatic Presse Stampi(Hall 16-Stand D47)

Keraglass Engineering(Hall 16-Stand D67)

lovati Fratelli(Hall 16-Stand C68)

Macotec(Hall 16-Stand A75)

Mappi International(Hall 16-Stand D23)

Marvalglass(Hall 16-Stand C58)

Mistrello(Hall 16-Stand F39)

Mistrello Officine(Hall 16-Stand C78)

GlASStECINtERNAtIONAl tRADE FAIR FOR GlASS PRODUCtIONS - PROCESSING - PRODUCt23 - 26 OCTOBER 2012 Düsseldorf - Germany

Mole Moreschi(Hall 16-Stand F55)

NeptunGFPM (co-exhibitor)(Hall 16-Stand F02-F13)

Optima(Hall 16-Stand C54)

Pavoni Step Automazioni(Hall 16-Stand A03)

Pezza Fratelli(Hall 16-Stand D68)

Profilglass (Hall 16-Stand F67)

RBB Brazzi Roberto(Hall 16-Stand F27)

R.B.M. Italia (Hall 16-Stand A48)

Rollmac-Div. of Gemata(Hall 16-Stand C67)

Schiatti Angelo(Hall 16-Stand D35)

Siapi(Hall 16-Stand D11)

triulzi Cesare(Hall 16-Stand F36)

tyrolit Vincent(Hall 16-Stand A58)

Winkelmann Filtri(Hall 16-Stand A68)

Zafferani Gas(Hall 16-Stand D11)

All Glass(Hall 13-Stand E33)

Antonini(Hall 13-Stand E21)

BDF IndustriesM.C.R. (co-exhibitor)Glass technologies (co-exhibitor)(Hall 13-Stand E03)

Bottero (Hollow Glass Business Unit)(Hall 13-Stand C03)

Car-Met(Hall 13-Stand F11)

Glass Service(Hall 13-Stand E29)

OCMI-OtG (Hall 13-Stand E22)

Mt Forni Industriali(Hall 13-Stand D21)

Olivotto Glass technology (Hall 13-Stand D15)

tecno 5 (Hall 13-Stand D27

HOllOW GlASS

GIMAV iTALiAn mAnufACTurES ASSoCiATion of mAChinErY, ACCESSoriES AndSPECiAL ProduCTSfor GLASS ProCESSinG.

www.gimav.it

(Hall 16-Stand D50)

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Die größte Auswahl an Kantensowie Facettenschleifmaschinen

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De Koumen 116 NL 6433 KE Heerlen The Netherlands Ph. +31 45 521 77 57 - Fax +31 45 523 12 92www.fuldner.nl - info@fuldner.nl

23-26 OCTOBER 2012Pav. 16 - Stand F24

The widest range of edging

currently on the marketand bevelling machines

… and everything in between.

[Via Abbondanza, 11/13 - IT - 22070 Carbonate (CO) Tel. +39 0331.832713 - Fax +39 0331.833886 info@adeliolattuada.com - www.adeliolattuada.comt v . a d e l i o l a t t u a d a . c o m

TWO REALITIES, ONE TEAM: 20 YEARS OF EFFICIENT SYNERGY

1992 - 2012

The TLR 13 AV C straight-line edging machine model with parallelogram device

Four straight-line edging machines, one double-edger, one straight-line beveling machine and one corner grinding machine. These are the top-of-the-line ma-

chines from the comprehensive production range of Adelio Lattuada: "All fully operational - says Nicola Lattuada – our machines will be working around the clock on all four days of Glasstec 2012, to allow visitors to gain a firsthand view of the processing quality our company can deliver". With straight-line edgers being the core business of the company located in Carbonate (Como, northern Italy), visitors will be able to gain a close-up view of TLR 13 AV C, the 13-wheel model for flat edge processing with arrises and miters, equipped with a device for the processing of inclined parallelograms, a washing machine fitted on the outlet conveyor, front regula-tion of the rear arrises, clock for the regulation of the front diamond arris, brakes on the polishing arrises spindle pis-tons, ultrasonic glass sensor and panel for the management

of statistics, maintenance operations and machine alarms. The BETA 10 double-edger is a 10-wheel model with 3000 mm maximum opening, equipped with a touch-screen pan-el, adjustable control panels at the glass entrance side to manage processing standing still in the glass loading area, possibility to change the wheels from the machine’s external side, no need of power zero at the start: the machine is al-ways and immediately operational. All these features trans-late into time saving and enhanced safety for the operator. All our double-edgers can be purchased as stand-alones or as complete lines: L, U or straight. Some of the options availa-ble include: automatic support bars for large sheets, remote assistance, barcode readers, software for batches and reci-pes to position the single machines separately in order to simultaneously process two different orders. Multiple trans-fer types are available: with rollers, turning device with suc-tion cups or mixed and customized solutions. ■

tOP-OF-tHE-lINE PRODUCtSworkinG non-stop The premium quality of Adelio Lattuada steals all the limelight at this year’s Glasstec with a selection from its wide product arrays

Double-edgers line

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ADVANCED GLASS TOOLS TECHNOLOGY

• UHS® Tools for CNC Machines• Wheels for Straight Edging And Double Edging Machines• Wheels for Bevelling Machines• UHS® Wheels for The Automotive Industry • Wheels for Special Applications Core Drills and Countersinks • Cutting Discs• Tools For Special Applications• UHS® Wheels For Solar Glass Industry

CNC MachinesTools for

For some time, ADI SpA has focused its energies on researching how to optimize its customers’ techni-cal and economic resources. The company’s key

aim is to reduce the customer’s overall operating costs and improve the esthetic quality of the products it proc-esses. These objectives can, in fact, be achieved through an increase in processing speed, with a resulting leap in productivity, reduction of machine stop time, reduction of work stops for maintenance and/or reconditioning, re-duction of processing cycles, and improvement in the quality of the product’s finish. To accomplish these goals, the company developed a dedicated line called UHS®. This new line, along with the various transformation tech-nologies of super abrasive products -- such as resinoid wheels (medium-high and ultra-high temperatures), vari-ous metal bond types (furnace, hot pressing, etc.), vitri-fied and coated – put ADI SpA in a unique market posi-tion, in terms of what they can offer the end customer. The philosophy of slashing overall operating costs falls on fertile ground in Germany, where the cost of labor and the ongoing quest for improvement are a perfect match.

Another crucial element in obtaining impressive results in the reduction of overall operating costs is teamwork. In-terfacing with the technical staff of the companies that use ADI products, and with technicians spread out over the country is key. In the German market, ADI SpA relies on collaborative partnering with the technicians of the DTS company in Mönchengladbach. And finally, in order to provide a complete service to its customers, ADI SpA launched a series of activities called Fab-Labs, designed to supplement its product range, and technical support for the more complex (CNC) machines. Included in this line are the suction cup program, technical support for optimization of machine use, reprofiling/repair of tools, and a series of small accessories that ensure proper use of the machines. ■

At tHE tOP of the market with uhsUltra-high quality and overall cost reduction are the winning “essentials” at ADI

by F. B.

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AUTOMATIC COMBINED LOADER

SS 6000 BE PACK

THE TIPPER WITH EXTRACTING DEVICE

AUTOMA RBT-SFThe tipper AUTOMA RBT-SF with extracting device is a patented system. The system is composed of a base frame positioned orthogonally to the storage system for the glass sheets. In the longitudinal sense of the base frame the carriage runs carrying the overturned group rotating laterally in both ways.On the overturned group there are arms equipped with suction cups for the pick up of the sheets and for the transfer of them DIRECT ON THE CUTTING TABLE.

In particular RBT-SF is fit to:• Lay DIRECTLY ON THE CUTTING TABLE the glass sheet taken from the storage system.• Operate in buildings with reduced height.

• Pick up the sheets (with its extended arm) from storage system in columns standing between the storage system and RBT-SF.• Pick up sheets from storage system on elevated floors. • Pick up sheets from opposed storage systems.• Pick up and lay the sheets “in line“ on a machine which will operate other work process on them

RBT-SF also pick up sheets with low magnetic emission coating.

designed to handle glass sheets mm 3210x6000 Low-E - loading kg. 1.300 (optional mm 3210x7000) and glass packs dimensions 3210x6000 - loading up to kg. 6.000 (with automatic weight selection).

apb Antonio Piazza Brevetti srl - Via Liguria,19 - 36015 Schio (VI) Italy - ph. +39 0445 576397 - fax +39 0445 579336 - apb@apbsrl.it - www.apbsrl.it

The Combined Loader is made up of:• Steel double-T sliding guides group, equipped with racks and complete with floor mounting system or aerial fixing.• Pick-up unit with a steel structure, which moves on the sliding guides (aerial or fixed on the floor) by means of motorized groups. A sturdy steel structure translates inside the pick-up unit, by means of motors; this structure holds the rotating tower which can vertically move. The double system – tilting and rotating to 180 degrees – is fixed on the tower and it: - Holds the suction-cupsHolds the suction-cups and is designed for different sizes of glass sheets (automatic suction-cups selection); - Holds the packsHolds the packs and is designed to pick up packs of different weight (automatic selection) from the A-frame unloaded by the truck, in order to transfer the packs inside the Orthogonal Traverse Storage system or inside traditional storage systems.

The Combined Loader is completely independent, thanks to the following groups:• Oil hydraulic group, • Pneumatic group • Vacuum group.The Loader is supplied with:• Integrated software to manage the glass quantity;• Software to put back cuttings in the storage system;• Software to remove the covering sheet of Low-E glass or to move normal sheets from one specific storage system to another one;• Integrated Ethernet Modem.• Fixed or mobile tip-over unit (optional) with variable inclination, made up of a strong tilting table equipped with roller-table, to unload and transfer the glass sheet (also low-E glass) to the cutting table, by means of a suitable motor.

Antonio Piazza created his first glass storage sys-tem in 1990, and since then his continuous strive for excellence has led his business to grow into

the Piazza Group, which also includes the Apb Antonio Piazza Brevetti company. This name embraces much of the Group’s philosophy: continuous research for the de-velopment of new ideas to ensure the sector’s growth. Patented ideas (brevetti) for systems constantly meeting at least three essential requirements: safety of personnel using the systems, efficient use of warehouse space, minimized handling times. At the Düsseldorf fair, Apb will showcase a patented machine “in which we have invest-ed our future,” stresses Piazza, since “it lifts single glass sheets as well as packs of sheets with varying weight.” The SS 6000 BE Pack is a combined loader for handling mm3210x6000 low-emissivity glass sheets (optional 3210x7000). Its load capacity is 1300 kg for single glass sheets, but it can handle as much as 6000 kg for glass packs (3210x6000) with automatic weight distribution. The loader is composed of a group of slide guides and a pick-up group with rotating and vertically movable col-umn, which supports a double inclined and 180° rotating system with suction cups designed for various glass shapes. Furthermore, it picks up glass packs of varying weight from the rack delivered by the truck and transfers them inside the warehouse. This fully independent loader is supplied with its own hydraulic, pneumatic and vacu-um systems as well as remote diagnostics module. There

will also be another Apb patented system at Glasstec, the “Automa Rbt-Sf” extension tipper. This system is dis-tinguished for its innovative structure in which the tipping group supports arms complete with suction cups for picking up glass sheets from the warehouse and transfer-ring them directly onto the cutting table. The Rbt-Sf also picks up sputtered low-E sheets. ■

CONtINUOUS RESEARCHand know-howSS 6000 BE Pack, Apb Antonio Piazza Brevetti’s investment in the future

by A. L.

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GRINDINGSHAP INGBEVELLINGBelfortglass produces grinding wheels for straight line flatand round edge edging machines, flat and round edge doubleedgers, bevelling machines, shaping machines, prismaticmirror machines and numerical control machines, a rangedistinguished by a high level of quality, operating speedsand flexibility of use. Belfortglass has also produced butylextruders and mono and bi-component sealant extrudersfor the production of double glazing units since 1971, productsthat have earned an excellent reputation all over the world.

LONG-LASTING, RELIABLE TOOLS

diamond tools for glass processing01

02hydraulic extruderH505/B

BELFORTGLASS S.r.l.Reg. Fornace 10 - 15070

Belforte Monferrato (AL) ItalyTel. +39 0143 86244/81949commerciale@belfortglass.it

www.belfortglass.it

EXCELLENT QUALITY FINISHINGSTRONG REMOVAL POWER

LONG WORKING LIFEHIGH CUTTING HOLD ]

Belfortglass will be present in

from 23rd to 26th of October 2012Messe Düsseldorf (Germany)HALL 16, STAND 16F16

S tudies, technical development and quality for prod-ucts by Belfortglass, a company that will be at Glasstec (Pavilion 16, stand F16) with its range of

next generation metal-and resin-bond cup wheels for CNC straightline grinding and edging machines. Also on display, the traditional butyl extruders and extruders for one/two component sealants for use on insulating glass, distributed and known worldwide because of their reliabil-ity, duration and easy use. A recent development is the new version of the H505/B hydraulic extruder for polysul-phide which remains sturdy and reliable, but with an im-proved safety system and operating pressure, and with a control panel that is easier to access and speeds up pres-sure adjustment operations. For its diamond tools, the company has focused its attention and resources on rough grinding wheels, offering effective solutions for cus-tomer needs, which have been achieved because of test-ing and applications over the years. The essential feature of these wheels is their long-lasting edge, combining a longer working life with less need for dressing. “Glasstec

is an important moment, an international appointment where you can check how your performance stacks up against competitors, especially at this time when the mar-ket is changing constantly and is extremely competitive” explained Mauro Bovone, the company’s sales manager. “As a result we as producers are also involved in this de-velopment process and adapt to new customer needs. Standard products no longer exist because everything to-day needs to be tailor-made in order to enter a market that is becoming ever more specialized. This is where Bel-fortglass has been headed over the last couple of years: investing in research and machinery, and working on new products and sectors, such as the optical industry”. ■

tAIlOR MADE PRODUCtSfor an ever more specialized market New products by Belfortglass, the result of testing and applications studied over the years

by C. Z.

The new version of the H505/B hydraulic extruder for polysulphide

Rough grinding wheels by Belfortglass

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Bottero S.p.A Headquarters Cuneo – Italyvia Genova 82 - 12100 Cuneo - Italy - Tel. +39 0171 310611 - Fax +39 0171 401611 - flatglass@bottero.com

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• Float and laminated cutting machines• Breakout system• Loading system• Glass stock management• Straight line edgers and bevellers• Double edgers• Drilling machines• CNC Drilling• CNC Shape Edgers• CNC Glass working centres

• Glass conditioning• Gob forming• Forming machines for glass

containers• Ware handling• Control and automation system• Accessories, fitting andcomplementary equipmentfor IS production lines

• Automotive lines• Coater lines• Float lines• Mirror lines• Packing lines• Patterned lines• Processing lines• PV lines improvements• Solar lines

Come join us at Glasstec 2012

Flat Glass & Engineering 16C11/C23Hollow Glass 13C03

F our new machine models and plenty of product inno-vation will be on display at the Bottero stand at Glasstec this year. Two of them are for monolithic glass

cutting: the newer version of the world's most widely-sold stand-alone cutting table and a new cutting and processing platform concept for integrated lines. These two innovations will make the day for clients who demand high performance from stand alone tables and for those companies that re-quire automation and production management, a new logic for those who are not willing to settle for "just" a cutting ta-ble. By partnering with Attilio Busetti, Bottero's portfolio of horizontal grinding machines has added a new range. These new machines will be capable of carrying out the most com-

plex and sensitive processes with the utmost flexibility and quality. “The modularity of the new grinding lines - according to a company source - will make it possible for our custom-ers to carry out the most diverse glass edge processing tasks on the same machine, even on laminated glass, up to 38 mm thick”. For large-scale mass production jobs, visitors at Glasstec will find the new opposite drilling heads at the Bottero stand, with performance guaranteed to set new manufacturing target levels for the sector. In addition to the latest inventions, the large stand will also host two laminated glass cutting lines for up to 12 + 12, a serious demonstration of the sturdiness that has always been a hallmark of the en-tire range of Bottero products. ■

FOUR NEW MODElSthat spell innovationBottero presents its latest high performance products at Glasstec

by C. Z.

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glass

Part of a solid Italian experience, BDT GLASS represents the most advanced, technological, reliable and long lasting range of diamond tools for glass processing.The whole production is totally home-made and guaranteed by BDT GLASS.

BDT GLASSa granted choice

meet us at

BDTmade in

October 23-26, 2012Hall 16, - booth F48

Düsseldorf BOVONE DIAMOND TOOLS Via Voltri, 78 - 15076 Ovada (AL) Italytel.0143.835796 fax 0143.835797sales@bovonediamond.com www.bovonediamond.com

there’s no stopping the steady trek toward improve-ment of its range of tools for work centers by Bovo-ne Diamond Tools Srl. This year the company is

heading to Düsseldorf with the innovative Goldnet router -- with enhanced performance, thanks to a new design with rounded sectors. Available in various diameters, st-arting at 10 mm, Goldnet entirely eliminates the problem of glass chipping, which occurs more often with the use of conventional routers with longitudinal segments. “The company is involved in a process of product improve-ment, made possible with the aid of cutting-edge equip-ment, which guarantees the reproducibility of the shape of the wheel and reduces processing time considerably, with obvious advantages in terms of delivery”, explains Patrizia Pastorino, sales manager for Bovone Diamond Tools. And the company’s presence at Glasstec is strate-gically important, because “the show continues to be the most representative of the glass industry and for BDT it is an extremely important event, considering the influx of customers and industry professionals. Showing up at your best is crucial, and it’s good for business, now more than ever”. Among European countries, continues Pasto-rino, “Germany is the one that has been the most respon-sive to the innovations added to our line, so the growth

we are experiencing makes us optimistic about the future. BDT’s presence in Germany dates back to the ‘80s -- plenty of time to establish our reputation for quality -- and this also spurs us to continue to improve. To maintain one’s position or, as in our case, to increase sales despite the difficult times, it’s essential to continue to grow in terms of quality and product range, avoiding the mistake of trying to save by cutting corners on the use of materials in order to gain a more competitive pricing edge”. And to not contradict itself, the Ovada-based company has also revisited its traditional range of cup wheels, adding metal-resin to the myriad metal and resin bonding agents, that allow the wheels to adapt to all types of processing. In addition to longer wheel life, metalresin is a material that also guarantees an excellent finish. ■

INCREASE qUAlItyand expand the product ranGeThis is the philosophy adopted by Bovone Diamond Tools, which will present its new Goldnet at Glasstec

by C. Z.

The Goldnet router, with its new design featuring rounded segments

BDT wheels are finding ever-increasing applications in the architectural sector

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the finishing experience

cefla finishing group. a uniQue parTner for anY reQuireMenT in The glass DecoraTion.

www.ceflafinishinggroup.com

cefla finishing group assures its customers of top grade knowledge and experiences to satisfy any need for coating and decorating the sheets of glass proposing a large variety of machines that can be used by the companies operating in the following sectors:• Building.• Furnishing. • Photovoltaic. The strategy of cefla finishing group is strongly oriented to develop innovative processes so as to provide a wide range

of integrated solutions; during the last year, this range has been completed with a new process for the digital printing.pixarT is much more than a simple machine, it is a modular system suitable to satisfy any requirement.The very high resolution of the printing system, combined with a high adhesion ink specifically developed for the glass surfaces, makes this machine a unique system in its sector.

VisiT us in glassTechall 16 BooTh nr. 16c47

NEW CHAllENGES-addinG value to the Glass industry Cefla rolls out its new models at Düsseldorf

by C. Z.

A t Glasstec, the Cefla Finishing Group will exhibit four machines for applying glass coatings and enamel (pavilion 16, stand 16C47). On display is

the new Mito K automatic sprayer with a swinging robotic arm, developed for spraying organic coatings for interiors. The finish is applied by one or more totally automated spray guns operating inside a pressurized cabin. Unicoat-er Evo, on the other hand, is a machine for roller applica-tion of ceramic enamel, designed with a head that is spe-cially suited to the qualities of this material, providing maximum coverage and perfect uniformity over the entire

coated surface. Unicoater Evo will be flanked by the Solar-coater, a roller machine for anti-reflective coatings, utilized for application on solar panels. Rounding out the exhibit is the Pixart modular system of digital printing machines that ejects extremely fine drops of a pre-determined size, ac-curately positioned on decorated glass at a speed appro-priate for industrial applications. With a wealth of know-how and experience fit to meet the most varied needs for coating and decoration of glass sheets, the Cefla Finishing Group offers its customers a broad range of machines de-signed for building glass, home furnishings and photo-voltaic industries. The Group began production of the first glass coating roller machines in the mid-90s, but is now a global player, thanks to the consistent improvement of its products and services. This “is an integral part of the cor-porate strategy of the Cefla Finishing Group, as is the de-velopment of innovative processes, its interest in ecology,

and streamlining of production flows”, comments Tiziano Lama, Fiber Cement & Glass Business Manager. “This strategy informs our choices, spurring us to perfect exist-ing products, and even to ‘take risks’, by tackling new challenges that might be able to add value to the Group’s glass finishing firms”. ■

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CUStOMIZED lINESdesiGned to meet customer needs Technological and electronic innovations for CMB machines

by C. Z.

CMB Costruzioni Meccanica Besana Spa will bring a series of its machines to Glasstec 2012 to show off the technological and electronic innovations made to

its line of products. Operationally, these improvements mean a higher degree of processing accuracy, as well as a reduction in programming times and a considerable in-crease in output. The appointment with Germany’s trade show is always circled in red on the Varese-based compa-ny’s calendar. It has participated in Glasstec “since it first opened its doors, to spotlight the company’s strength -- be-ing able to offer ‘custom-built’ plants, in terms of size and operating functions – in that sense, all the lines are custom-ized to meet the special needs of each customer”, points out Domenico Stanco, CEO of CMB. “This trade show has long been considered one of the leading industry showcas-es, a fundamental stop on a company’s itinerary, because it’s where the latest and most cutting-edge technologies are introduced. Despite the growing number of trade fairs or-

ganized around the globe, Glasstec continues to draw large crowds and to attract most of the European and interna-tional manufacturers so, for us, it’s crucial to be a part of it, and to take advantage of this opportunity to take the pulse of the markets”, explains Stanco. CMB Costruzioni Mec-canica Besana will display its new double-edge grinding machine for high-polish flat edge, and a new series of NC drills, in both the Compact vertical version with two pairs of heads, and in the horizontal version with 5 pairs of heads for drilling and a special head for milling and grinding out notches. The series of drills will appear alongside the new, competitively priced, extremely versatile semiautomatic machine. Also on display will be the straight-line edger for regular and laminated glass, for flat edge with polished edg-es or mitered at any angle up to 50°, on glass sheets up to 22 mm thick. This machine also comes in versions with 11, 13 and 15 wheels for processing massive thicknesses, up to 65 mm, and with miter angle adjustable up to 60°. ■

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I.G. SEALANTS

IT’S DEFINITELY BETTER NOT TO SAVE ON CERTAIN THINGS.

IF A SEALANT COSTS MUCH LESS THAN THIOVER, ASK YOURSELF WHY.

When talking about polysulphide sealants for IG, the formulation and selection of the raw materials used are fundamental for the long-term performance of the entire system. This is mainly why you can always rely on Thiover, on its exceptional quality and performance features. Throughout Fenzi’s 70 years in business, non-stop R&D efforts have led to the most efficient production processes and leading-edge product technology. The raw materials that are used and the sources of supply have always been chosen with extremely strict and binding criteria. Furthermore Fenzi, by far the world’s biggest producer of polysulphide sealants, works with the largest economies of scale, starting from the raw materials. Examine the cost/performance ratio

very carefully: if a polysulphide sealant costs much less than Thiover, it can’t be the same thing.

LEADER IN CHEMICALS FOR THE FLAT GLASS PROCESSING INDUSTRY.

www.fenzigroup.com Fenzi S.p.A. - Via Trieste 13/15 - Zona Industriale - 20067 Tribiano (Milano) Italy - Phone +39 02 90622.1 r.a. - Fax +39 02 90631216

very carefully: if a polysulphide sealant costs much less than Thiover, it can’t be the same thing.

INNOVAtIONat work for enerGy savinGs In addition to its extensive range of popular products, at Glasstec the Fenzi Group will exhibit Flexible Glass Spacer (FGS,)the new flexible spacer engineered by the Glass Alliance labs

by C. M.

“A lthough the global economic crisis has not spa-red our industry, the world of glass is out in front in the development of innovative techno-

logies”. In the words of Alessandro Fenzi, CEO of the Fenzi Group, who emphasizes: “New projects, new products, new ideas come into the market all the time and they are proof of the vitality with which this made-in-Italy industry is engaging with the world economy. Just think about the energy-saving solutions and the use of solar energy. And Glasstec will be the showcase and the testing ground for the latest advances that Fenzi, too, has developed in recent months”. In fact, at the show (Stand C12, hall 16 at Glasstec) the Group will unveil its “Flexible Glass Spacer” (FGS), the newest wave in energy-saving technology, craf-ted by the Glass Alliance labs. Its name provides a succinct

description of the new product’s key features. Industry pro-fessionals in attendance at Glasstec will be able to see for themselves the high-performance qualities of this innovati-ve flexible spacer that, thanks to its unique composition, can ensure very low thermal conductivity, exceptional sta-bility, speed of application, and attractive design. “FGS” complements the Group’s warm edge product line – a comprehensive range of products that meets all kinds of needs, sold and distributed globally through the Glass Alli-ance network, which Fenzi, Alu-Pro and Rolltech are part of. Also certain to be on display are the other high profile products that have played a role in establishing the Group’s status as industry innovator in recent years. Among these are the “Duralux” mirror coatings and “Duralux Solar Coa-tings”; “Thiover” products for insulating glass, “Butylver” (now also available in the Butylver TPS versions, a thermo-plastic spacer for use with Bystronic® applicators, and Bu-tylver SS for flexible spacers); “Poliver” and “Hotver”. The latest generation “Chromatech” profiles, engineered by Rolltech and Alu-Pro. The Chromatech, Chromatech Ultra and Chromatech Plus lines offer excellent performance in terms of stability, durability and low heat loss. Finally, the “Tempver” and “Decover” decorative paints and enamels for glass. The single-component water based “Aquaglass” paints are part of the Decover range, especially suited for office and home interiors, bathrooms and kitchens, thanks to their luminous colors and eco-compatibility. ■

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Wireless connectivity

Central Europe, and most notably Germany, have al-ways been a strategic market for Glaston from the very start, as substantiated by the more than 2,000

machines developed and sold in this area. Glasstec will once again provide an invaluable opportunity to strengthen the presence of Glaston in Europe. Its comprehensive line of vertical edgers and double edgers, bevellers, perforating machines, workstations, and cutting tables is complement-ed by the new double edgers for pencil edge processing for solar energy applications and the white goods and furniture industry. The distinguishing features of this new line are reli-ability, innovation, quality and high throughput. The philoso-phy behind the development of Glaston’s pencil edge dou-ble edgers revolves once again around the needs of modern glassworks, i.e. premium quality of the finished product and fast payback. The lines have been developed for high pro-ductivity by reducing downtimes caused by tool changeover and maintenance, whereas their high speed ensures processing of a large number of pieces daily. The new Hiyon series of straight-line edgers presented last year is today a best-seller all over the world. Its innovative features -- grind&stop functioning, energy savings, wireless connectiv-ity, built-in electrical cabinet, glass thickness kit, modern touch screen controls, and built-in HiWash washer have been favorably received by clients. Last but not least, the Xtraedge family of double edgers with cup wheels by Glas-ton affords customers with “Xtra” productivity and quality in

flat edge glass processing with arrises and corner cutting and has proved to be extremely popular with clients be-cause of its heavy duty structure, the new balanced spin-dles, the double driven conveyor, the patented automated intermediate bar, and the new compact electrical cabinet with touch screen control. ■

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The Hiyon V10 vertical edger with variable angle

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the Glaston tool department will be introducing its new Glaston Tools Web-Shop and the SolarTech and WhiteTech innovative peripheral wheels for

double edgers at this year's Glasstec. The new tool line was developed in parallel to the completion of the devel-opment project for machinery. The line consists of two families of peripheral diamond wheels for the processing of glass for solar and white goods applications and en-sures extraordinary performance in terms of durability and processing speed. The innovative metal binder guaran-

tees adequate profiling for tens of thousands of meters of glass and eliminates the need for frequent redressing. Cli-ents will be able to choose between the disposable ver-sion suitable for a single job interval of any length and the standard version with a high diamond thickness that can be used for numerous job intervals. They are both easy to use and ready for installation, and can be fitted on any peripheral double edger brand and type. By visiting the company’s http://tools.glastonline.net web-shop – an all-time first in the industry – clients will be able to easily find and purchase diamond and polishing tools for the entire range of Glaston's machinery offered at extremely com-petitive prices. Clients will also be able to rely on prompt delivery thanks to a dedicated warehouse with all prod-ucts readily on stock. Clients visiting Glaston stand at Glasstec will receive discount vouchers up to €300 that are immediately redeemable, one of the many benefits that complements the already attractive terms and condi-tions offered by the online shop. At the German show, the Glaston team will also run a demo of the ToolEx™, service to improve efficiency in the management of tool stocks: when the stock of an item approaches a predefined reor-der point, ToolEx™ automatically generates and proposes a new order that the client can accept or modify as de-sired. Many glass companies are already benefiting from the service and cutting their inventory levels, manage-ment times and administrative costs. ■

A NEW ONlINE SHOWCASEfor new productsGlaston, an increasingly more competitive tool department

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A screenshot from the new Glaston Tools Web-Shop

WhiteTech and SolarTech peripheral wheels deliver extraordinary performance, durability and speed

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Genius LM-A The innovation makes the differenceGenius LM-A is the range for laminated glass cutting that, due to the innovation of the solutions used and patented by Intermac, guarantees maximum integration between operator, machine and work environment, allowing an extreme optimization of space (-20 % of space compared to other solutions on the market).Moreover, thanks to the automation of the entire cutting process, Genius LM-A is able to produce a finite volume in only 60 “, time threshold that INTERMAC is already in the process of overcoming by pointing to the new target of 40”.

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Busetti’s F-Series flat-edge,double-edging machine, already enthusiastically welcomed by the market, on display at the Intermac stand

The Genius Comby J-A46 laminated glass cutting machine

NEW VERtMAxaffords reliability and accuracy Global preview of the new vertical machine from Intermac at Glasstec

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W ith its leadership already well-established in the technological sector for NC work centers, Inter-mac expands its product range with a new verti-

cal machine, to be unveiled at Glasstec. The Vertmax is designed to appeal to those companies in need of a flex-ible, productive, limited-footprint machine capable of easily processing both small and large-sized pieces. In addition to this newsmaker, the Genius Comby J-A46 will also be on view in the company’s 700 sq m stand. This laminated glass cutting line offers performance and qual-ity while targeting the needs of a medium-high market segment. An added advantage is a 20% reduction in foot-print (compared to other products already available on the market), thanks to the patented vertical storage device. Count on demos of the Primus 322, the waterjet cutting machine with a 3210x2200 mm work surface, equipped with 2 5-axis heads (and the absolutely unique Intermac patented infinite rotating C axis), that allow for mitered cuts, mitered corners and, if needed, the machine can process two identical pieces at the same time to accom-modate high output needs. It’s worth noting that, in cases where edge finishing is not required, waterjet technology makes it possible to achieve cut quality suitable for feed-ing to the tempering furnace without further edge process-ing. Representing its range of work centers, the Master 35 -- maximum expression of state of the art technology -- will be on display at the Intermac stand. With the hi-tech 5 axis head, it’s a machine that is already in use by hundreds of glass professionals around the world, thanks to its reliability, accuracy and quality finishes. “Although we’re in a period of rapid change, where the focal points

of the market are no longer what they were five years ago, Glasstec still maintains its broad international appeal, at-tracting professionals from all the corners of the globe. It is the perfect showcase in which to present one’s latest innovations and stimulate market interest”, according to Franco Angelotti, general sales manager for Intermac, as he confirms the company’s decision to present its new product at the German trade fair. “Glasstec is still the place to start if you want to launch a new product on the red carpet”. ■

The Primus 322 waterjet

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"All FROM ONE"Glass processinG machineryPresented by Lisec at the Düsseldorf show

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Right:With no glass on board, Lisec’s FlyOver takes the shortest path and moves diagonally above the glass storage area

Below:A complete laminated glass production line combined with Lisec’s innovative low pressure system

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A must-see innovation on display at Glasstec 2012 is the FlyOver by Lisec, a leading-edge system for remnant plate handling. It will be showcased along

with new technologies in glass sorting and cutting, insu-lating glass production and sealing, laminated glass pro-duction and flat glass processing, which will occupy the 2600 sq meters of stand space organized by the company (pavilion 17, stand A24). The new FlyOver, an intelligent bridge equipped with a single row of suction cups, can move diagonally above the glass storage area when no glass is being transported, and follow the shortest path to the next storage rack in a completely automated manner, ensuring short cycle times and cutting machines working at full capacity. “In addition to significant time savings, the FlyOver renders extra remnant plate handling systems obsolete by transporting remnants back to the glass stor-age area and using the storage racks as remnant plate

racks,” explains Stefan Hafenscher from Lisec Marketing. “Especially in times like these when companies are reluc-tant to invest, products that are in line with market needs and optimize costs are essential,” points out Hafenscher. “Since Glasstec is the leading flat glass trade fair, this is really the perfect venue for taking a closer look at the lat-est developments and exploring what future technologies will offer.” Furthermore, Lisec will showcase some high-tech solutions for laminated glass. Among these are a new washing machine, suitable for highly sensitive coat-ings, and an innovative pre-lamination system for in-creased accuracy in the lamination process. Also on dis-play will be insulating glass machines and easy-to-use solutions for flat glass processing offering superior manu-facturing quality, as well as an improved system that sig-nificantly enhances the sealing process, especially in the corners of insulating glass units. ■

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today, Mappi International is Europe’s one and only major furnace manufacturers to develop and build its entire production in-house, with the benefit of

offering its partners high-quality technology that affords the ultimate in energy efficiency and technological per-formance – the distinguishing features of this company based in Latina, central Italy. Its participation in the sixth Glasstec show upholds the legacy of the participation of Italy in international expos, as a result of made-in-Italy widely acclaimed know-how and premium quality. At Glasstec, Mappi International expects to reach out to an international audience. The German exhibition, in fact, with 57% of attendance from international countries, is viewed as a must-see event by the world's glass industry. However, over the last few years, the type of attendance to Glasstec has changed, with the quality of visitors tak-ing priority over their quantity, much to the benefit of tech-nologically advanced companies such as Mappi for which a discerning and knowledgeable audience has tradition-ally resulted in good contacts and interesting sales pros-pects. As the company management points out, "the Ger-man market is paramount because of its extraordinary specialization and its very high quality standards. With re-spect to this, this market has always been ahead of world trends ”. The showstopper at Glasstec will be the high-performance tempering furnace ATS featuring the exclu-

sive GHBS convection system developed jointly with Glaverbel. The technology applied to this furnace ensures market-leading energy efficiency and the highest quality of the finished product. This product is therefore perfectly in sync with the focus of this year's Glasstec, namely in-novation and energy savings, as substantiated by the or-ganization of the second Solarpeq Expo dedicated to so-lar energy production equipment. ■

IN EUROPE,with a unique callinG card Among Europe's largest furnace manufacturers, Mappi International develops and builds its entire production in-house

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The PVB glass laminating system Lammiflex 1500x2500 that eliminates the need for autoclaves and climate chambers

The EVA glass laminating system Lamina 1800x3200

A detail of the heating chamber of the ATS 1800 3000 flat glass horizontal tempering furnace

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A t this year's Glasstec, RBM Italia will be showcasing its comprehensive line of flat glass polishing wheels,

from the rough grinding models up to ceri-um oxide polishing wheels for extra bright final polishing. The products of this com-pany based in northern Italy enjoy world-wide acclaim because of their well-known and consistent high-quality and advanced technological content. RBM Italia was the first company initially in Italy and later in the world to offer this product when the first Italian grinding and polishing machines were launched. Today, RBM manufactures wheels in a variety of sizes and materials that are installed on the machines devel-oped by leading manufacturers with which RBM cooperates to test and fine-tune its products.“As usual, says Paola Reynaud, RBM sales man-ager, Glasstec is an extraordinary opportunity to network with most of our international agents, and this is vital for our company that exports approximately 85% of its production. At this year's show, we expect to be able to gain an insight into the market performance and direction especially in the light of the fluctuating trend of our sales today. The German marketplace has traditionally been paramount for us, as it was our company's first market outlet in the 70s, has re-mained our preferential partner in Central Europe for the last 20 years and it continues to absorb most of our sales today.

All of Germany is covered by many agents who have been successfully working for us for many years”. And today? “2012 seems to have started off to a slow start, continues Ms. Reynaud, but in April we witnessed a surge in demand that bodes well for the rest of the year. There has been an increase in the sales of cerium oxide wheels after last year's drop due to a sudden price hike caused by Chinese suppli-ers of raw materials. Today, demand has climbed back to the same level as two years ago thanks to the launch of a new cerium oxide wheel, model X7000, an interesting mix of good quality and reasonable price”. ■

A WIDE ARRAyof polishinG wheels for flat GlassGlasstec as an invaluable opportunity for RBM Italia to meet with most of its foreign agents

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The BFP20 double edger

A t this year’s Glasstec, visitors will be able to gain a close-up view of the machines developed by Officina Meccanica Schiatti Angelo, the result of ongoing ef-

forts to fine tune products designed to perfectly meet the current requirements of the flat glass working industry as well as anticipate its still unexpressed needs. As Cinzia Schiatti, the company's sales manager puts it: “It is critical to exhibit at Glasstec, the major international event for the glass industry, and we need to make sure that visitors can eyewitness the quality of our products”. The latest innova-tions by Schiatti for the German show are built on the prod-ucts that were successfully launched before but that now offer a number of updated features enhancing their perform-ance. “There will be a new version of the TFV vertical drilling machine, designed to drill and mill 3 to 15 mm thick glass – Ms. Schiatti continues - whereas other innovations will en-hance flat edge double edgers. We will also display variable angle machines that are proving increasingly more popular in all markets". Now managed by its third generation, the company's success is fueled by its expertise and know-how that have resulted in more than 15,000 machines manufac-tured since its foundation. “We don't have a one-size-fits-all philosophy and in fact all of our products are fully custom-specified. From the standalone machine to complete lines, everything is customizable to meet the needs of both small-sized and large-sized businesses”. A large share of the com-pany's production is exported and one of the distinctive fea-tures of Schiatti’s machinery is its ease of use and low maintenance needs. “We have spared no efforts with this

concept, says Ms. Schiatti, the ultimate goal being reducing machine downtime to a minimum and allow operators to fix problems without necessarily having to call a technician. We firmly believe that our clients must be confident that our ma-chines will never leave them stranded, not even during de-manding work peaks”. ■

DRIllING MACHINES,edGers and variable anGle machines on display Officina Meccanica Schiatti Angelo at Düsseldorf with its continuously updated products

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The Schiatti familyThe TFV vertical drilling-milling machine

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A Company of the Swarovski Group

DIAMOND TOOLS FOR THE GLASS INDUSTRY INNOVATION | QUALITY | PROGRESS

t wo new diamond cup wheels: one with resin binder and an innovative geometric shape and another one with metal binder with a new concept alloy and ex-

traordinary diamond. This is the result of the research and development efforts by Tyrolit on display at the company's stand at the international show in Düsseldorf. These highly innovative tools are not only easy to use but also capable of substantially increasing the quality of processing to the ben-efit of both machine builders and their users. “Installed on double edgers and straight-line edgers for the processing of flat edge on float and laminated glass, explains Franco Di Nardo with Tyrolit in Thiene (Vicenza, northern Italy) - they make it possible to operate on any thickness without chang-ing tools and with different product mixes”. The multiple tests conducted by Tyrolit jointly with some machine builders pro-vided excellent results: “ A 25% increase in infeed - contin-ues Di Nardo - and top-quality finishing on all thicknesses”. More specifically, the two innovative tools offering enhanced performance are the B94 cup wheel, the time-honored resin product by Tyrolit, that today features a new geometric shape that can find a variety of different applications, and the new HS metal tool which, thanks to a new alloy and premium quality diamond, affords top performance. “Our tests, says Di Nardo – showed that the combined use of the HS and B94 wheels made it possible to continue working with the same set of tools on float glass from 4 mm thickness up to 100 mm thick laminated glass ”.Thanks to these solutions, producers can fit their machines with a single set of tools that will allow the end-user to achieve consistently optimal results, regard-

less of the production mix. Tyrolit, based in Thiene, is part of a group with a history that dates back to the end of the 19th century, when Daniel Swarovski founded Wattens in the country of Tyrol, the first workshop for crystal processing. In 1917 the family started producing the first diamond tools and set up Tyrolit in 1919. ■

GREAt PERFORMANCEfor the new hs and b94 tools Tyrolit Vincent solutions deliver a 25% increase in production and processing for 4 to 100 mm laminated glass with no changeover

by A. L.

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THE FUTURE, SEEN THROUGH GLASS, CLEARLY.

International trade show specialized in machinery,

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fi eramilano23-26 OCTOBER 2013

18TH SHOW

Every two years the date with Vitrum returns and is revitalized. A remarkable opportunity to sharpen the focus and vision of glass industry professionals, but also, to move beyond the present, to project this perspective toward a future that intensi� es every day with promising potential. Companies, products and cutting edge strategies will once again be the unrivalled stars, but not the only ones. In counterpoint to the productive and sales themes will be an event that will waft along on the aroma of good taste launched by Vitrum Gourmet Festival. It promises to be a truly special event, successfully promoting, once again, not only the culture of glass but also the exquisite taste of Italy.

VITRUM 2013