Solutions for Glass Cutting
Facts and figures:
1961 founding year
1 strong brand
1,300 employees
20 sites
300 million Euros turnover (2023)
95 % export rate
7 % of turnover for R&D
more than 330 patents
Reliable processes, good quality, solid profit: LiSEC solutions provide flat glass processors around the world with security and drive in a challenging environment.
For the last 60 years, we have been working hard to enable you to sustainably boost the efficiency, the system availability and the quality output of your flat glass production process. Thanks to forward-looking thinking, continuously striving to find the best solution and a great deal of personal commitment from our employees, we have grown from a one-man company to a technology leader.
Our advanced solutions generate a great cost-to-benefit ratio throughout the entire lifecycle of your machines and systems.
Customers around the world can benefit from this: be they experienced manufacturers or newcomers to the industry; from family businesses to industrial glass processors. Three main factors are essential for long-term success:
1. Turn Key Solutions
Everything from a single source including software. Customers benefit from the only company in the flat glass machine industry that can comprehensively plan and develop large projects - also thanks to the widest product range in the industry.
2.
Excellent Service
Investment security, highest availability and productivity enable the large, global LiSEC service network. A contact person familiar with the local language and customs is available close to you.
3.
Performance through software integration
Integration of the production management software and the machinery control (digitalization/Industry 4.0) allows top operation and optimization of all integrated machines or whole glass factories.
The benefits:
Over 60 years of partnership, pioneering spirit and stability
Investment security due to the size of our company
Leading technology with a high resale value
Great cost-to-benefit ratio throughout the entire system lifecycle
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Solutions for Glass Cutting & Logistics
Lines
Kombilinie
DSC-A-VB S.
Glass cutting system for laminated and float glass
Combined Line
DSC-VSL-A S. 10
Combined system for cutting float and laminated glass
Laminated Glass Line
VSL-A S. 12
Double bridge system for the automatic cutting of laminated glass
Float Glass Line
Float Glass Breakout Systems S. 16 Machines for Automatic Cutting and Breaking of Float Glass
Stand-Alone Machines
Float Glass Cutting
System for the automatic cutting of float glass and simple surface coatings
High-performance system for the automatic cutting of float glass
High-performance system for the automatic cutting of float glass and simple surface coatings
Laminated Glass Cutting
System for the semi-automatic cutting of laminated glass
System for the automatic cutting of laminated glass
Table of Contents
Break Out Systems
Overview of automatic float glass breakout systems
ARS / TCY S. 36
break-out device for front and rear trim cuts
TBX / TBY / TBZ
break-out device for sub-plate breaks TBR
break-out device for trim cuts and sub-plate breaks
Disposal of broken glass
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LINES
We adapt the LiSEC lines to your production requirements. Combine innovative systems from the glass processing, glass cutting, tempering and logistics areas into a complete line system. Our employees are happy to advise you in order to configure tailor-made line solutions with you. In order to use the full efficiency of your production, cross-line software solutions are available.
DSC-A-VB
Glass cutting system for laminated and float glass
The DSC-A-VB system from LiSEC is characterized by its compact, precise and high-quality processing of float and laminated glass. The compact design and the arrangement of the two machine sections save space. With the DSC-A from LiSEC, both float and laminated glass are quickly decoated using the latest technology and to the highest quality. In a further processing step, float glass is cut using proven LiSEC direct cutting technology. The direct application of the cutting force and the precise and fast guidance of the cutting tool over the glass create an ideal scoring fissure on the glass, ensuring reliable break-up with the best edge quality.
The DSC-A from LiSEC is used for the automatic cutting of laminated glass up to the maximum size, with automatic positioning. The storage plate is automatically and precisely positioned in the laminated glass cutting machine of type VB, sheet for sheet. Cutting is fast, the optional heating of the PVB film is carried out efficiently using the patented SIR heating technology, and the reliable cutting is done using the proven circular blade method.
A positioning aid for cutting special shapes with straight cuts is included, and the automatic scoring of special shapes with rounded arches is optionally possible.
Highlights
Space-saving compact design
Flexible float and laminated glass processing
Laminated glass – residual plate is cut first (RPI mode)
VSL-A cutting and breaking unit for even better edge quality
Electronic cutting and breaking roller pressure control
Options
Tiltable design for manual loading and unloading
Fully automatic tool changer for cutting wheels (float)
Automatic removal of the film overhang
Automatic scoring of special shapes (manual breaking and separating)
Patented SIR film heating for particularly fast cutting of laminated glass
Automatic printing and application of labels
Z-scoring for series production
XYZ flex production: Output max. 30 pcs/h
SIR
- Selective Infrared Heating Patented heating system for PVB foils.
Heating time: 7 sec for 44.2
DSC-VSL-A
Combined system for cutting float and laminated glass
The basis for the successful processing of laminated glass is provided by the horizontal cutting system VSL-A from LiSEC. Since its market launch, the LiSEC VSL-A has been met with enthusiasm worldwide. Thanks to the patented SIR film heating system, output has been significantly increased. In addition, glass waste has been significantly reduced and fewer operator interventions are required due to the higher degree of automation.
In order to provide solutions that best meet individual requirements, LiSEC has developed a modular laminated glass cutting system solution that can be adapted step by step to the respective requirements and expanded with an additional VSL-A bridge.
The plant has different operating modes that can be selected at any time: output or comfort mode. In comfort mode, the plant produces cut glass almost without human intervention. In output mode, additional production capacities can be made available. Here, the operator supports the plant in separating residual cuts, which enables even higher output, which is particularly advantageous during production peaks.
Highlights
Up to 45 cut sheets of glass per hour with a VSL-A cutting bridge (X-Y-Z cuts)
Fully automatic cutting of laminated sheets of glass
Reduction of operator interventions
Cutting LSG quickly and flexibly (output versus comfort mode)
Increase in edge strength
Less wastage thanks to 20 mm trim cut
Automatic off-cut disposal up to 300 mm
Segmented infrared film heating (SIR) for rapid heating and reduced energy consumption
Innovative operating concept with comprehensive machine intelligence
Permanent work surface monitor with laser scanner for the highest system safety
Laminated glass – remnant plate is cut first (RPI mode)
Options & Software
Version with an additional infeed section to increase output
Automatic turning up to maximum dimension
Version with two cutting heads for automatic tool changes
Processing of 12.12.4.56 PVB mm
Recording of edge deletion contour and possible automatic correction of the cut position
Four conveyor belts for float glass
Automatic float glass break-out thanks to X sub-plate break-out
Six conveyor belts for automatic outfeed of cut LSG glass sheets as the basis for a subsequent VSL-A double bridge or downstream sorting system or robot
Processing of W cuts
Edge deletion with grinding wheel
Automatic special shape cut
Automatic cullet disposal (GSA-CL)
XYZ flex production: Output max. 45 pcs/h
SIR - Selective Infrared Heating Patented heating system for PVB foils.
Heating time: 4 sec for 44.2
VSL-A
Double bridge system for the automatic cutting of laminated glass
The basis is an automatic glass storage system in combination with a system for edge deletion and the removal of the laminated glass film overhang and a laminated glass cutting bridge of the type VSL-A with transport belt. Depending on the production volume and the variety of products, you can choose between two system solutions.
Example: Customer “Type A” has a high variance in its product mix (many X-, Y-, Z-cuts). Here, an additional VSL-A system after the first laminated glass cutting bridge can already achieve an output of up to 75 sheets per hour and produce fully automatically.
Thanks to the intelligent “Dynamic Load Balancing” (DLB), an optimal and dynamic utilization of the two VSL-A cutting bridges is guaranteed. In addition, the system solution has various operating modes, which can be selected at any time: Output or comfort mode. When the comfort mode is selected, the system produces almost unmanned, continuously cut glass. In output mode, additional production capacity can be made available. Here the operator supports the system, in particular, when cutting residual sections on the second cutting bridge, which enables a higher output and is par ticularly advantageous during production peaks.
Example: Customer “Type B” produces a large number of identical products and is involved in series production (many X and Y cuts with identical dimensions). With a VSL-A system in tandem design (cutting of two sheets at the same time), it is possible to process up to 140 sheets per hour. In tandem mode, two sheets can be cut simultaneously and fully automatically on the second VSL-A. This system solution enables the highest output figures and is the fastest laminated safety glass cutting system on the market.
Highlights
Dynamic Load Balancing (DLB) enables both bridges to be utilised to an optimum level
Up to about 75 cut sheets of glass per hour (X, Y and Z cuts) with the VSL-A double bridge
Up to about 140 cut sheets of glass per hour (X, Y and Z cuts) with the VSL-A double bridge with tandem function
Expansion option for the existing VSL-A system
Options
Tandem function on second VSL-A cutting bridge
Processing of float glass and automatic break-out of sub-plates on the second VSL-A bridge
Automatic conveyor belt removal of LSG broken glass pieces
XYZ flex production: Output max. 75 pcs/h
XY serial prodution: Output max. 140 pcs/h
SIR - Selective Infrared Heating Patented heating system for PVB foils.
Heating time: 4 sec for 44.2
EDGE QUALITY
LiSEC glass cutting systems ensure continuously high edge quality and strength. Precise cutting without noticeable surface damage reduces splintering and prevents top and bottom breaks. This provides the basis for cost-efficient edge processing.
Float Glass Breakout Systems
Machines for Automatic Cutting and Breaking of Float Glass
The automatic float glass breakout systems consist of an glass storage unit combined with a downstream float glass cutting table for Low-E edge deletion and for scoring the float glass sheets. Depending on the volume of production and the variety of products, it is possible to choose between three different variants:
Example: Customer “Type A” would like to break X sub-plates and X edge sections automatically. With an automatic ARS edge deletion station and a TBX breakout station the operator can be optimally supported.
Example: Customer “Type B” would like to break X and Y sub-plates as well as X and Y edge sections automatically. With an ARS edge deletion station, a TBX breakout station, a TDV rotary table and another TBR/TCY breakout station, it is only necessary to break Z sections manually.
Example: Customer “Type C” would like to break X, Y and Z sub-plates as well as X, Y and Z edge sections automatically. With an ARS edge deletion station, a TBX breakout station, a TDV rotary table, a TBR/TCY breakout station and an SDV sheet turning unit, virtually unmanned and continuous production of float glass is possible.
With a well thought out system arrangement, the number of crates of broken glass pieces is reduced and this has a positive impact on system availability.
The optional automatic sheet disposal system maximises system availability.
Highlights
Fully-automatic float breakout system
Space-saving system concept
Modular expansion option
Very space-saving straight line variant
Options
90° line variant depending on the building situation
Y sub-plate tandem function is possible
Automatic conveyor belt removal of broken float glass pieces
Output max. 120 pieces/h with 1 operator
Output max. 150 pieces/h with 1 operator
STAND-ALONE MACHINES
Ensure a smooth production with the LiSEC stand-alone machines. We do not only support you in the field of insulating glass production, with the LiSEC insulating glass machines, but also with machines for glass cutting or glass processing, sorting and logistics systems as well as tempering furnaces.
Float Glass Cutting Overview
Max. glass thickness 2 - 19 mm
Cutting speed
Acceleration X/Y-axis
Cutting tolerance
Cutting wheel changer
Edge deletion
Edge deletion & simultaneous cutting
LOW-E coating removal speed (up to)
EASYPRO ® (up to)
TPF (up to)
Enhanced extraction (15 l)
Enhanced extraction (200 l)
Tiltable design
Standard
Optional
Not Available
* 2 passes, ** 1 pass (simultaneous cutting & grinding) baseCUT_TILT
baseCUT_TILT
System for the automatic cutting of float glass and simple surface coatings
The compact baseCUT_TILT glass cutting machine is ideally suited for cutting straight lines and shapes out of flat glass. Its design ensures maximum precision and minimum cutting tolerances, as well as a long service life of the machine. In the machine‘s basic model, loading is carried out manually through ‚free fall‘. After loading, the glass can be manually positioned against the reference marks. When the operator initiates cutting, the machine automatically detects the glass sheet‘s position in X and Y direction. The stock plate is positioned manually. This assures precise cutting of sheets of glass.
Technical data
Glass thickness
Maximum size
Cutting speedX/Y axis
Acceleration X/Y axis
baseCUT-37/26-TILT
2 - 19 mm
3.700 x 2.600 mm
140 m/min
4 m/s2
Glass cutting tolerance +/- 0.30 mm
Edge deletion Standard
Low-E edge deletion max, speed
EASYPRO® / TPF (up to)
Edge deletion
20 m/min
Not possible
Grinding pin
DSC-A
High-performance system for the automatic cutting of float glass
The new DSC-A is a horizontal cutting machine for the automatic cutting of float glass. The machine combines massive processing flexibility with optimum precision, a reliable process and optimum quality of glass cutting as well as the option of Low-E edge deletion.
Float glass cutting
The glass-cutting table features LiSEC direct cutting technology and a gantry drive on the X-axis, assuring high precision of +/0.20 mm. Operation is simplified by automatic control of the cutting and grinding pressure. Operator interventions are reduced because, depending on the coating and glass thickness, different cutting and grinding pressures can be set automatically. The cutting oil and cutting wheel monitors analyse the consumption, display this preventively and draw attention to the pending need for a change of cutting wheel. Stock plates are sent in automatically on the belt transport system and fully automated alignment is carried out by glass positioning aids.
Low-E edge deletion
The complexity of coating systems is rising in response to the increasing proportions of solar protection and thermal protection coatings in the insulating glass sector. The DSC-A constitutes an optimum basis for the rapid and efficient Low-E edge deletion of single to triple layers of silver thermal protection or solar protection coatings as well as coating systems that use protective films (TPF or EASYPRO® ). With its recently developed design of grinding head and bridge structure, the DSC-A is equipped to meet future challenges.
Machine construction
The basic variant consists of a horizontal cutting table, equipped with conveyor belt, to combine this system with automatic loading systems.
The DSC-A T-variant has a tilt function, which facilitates manual loading and unloading of glass sheets. In addition, conveyor belts or breaker bars can be added for stand-alone operation.
Highlights
Precise glass cutting and high edge strength thanks to LiSEC Direct Cutting Technology
Up to 160 m/min Low-E edge deletion speed
Enhanced suction with Hepa filter unit
Decoating of stepped glass, TPF & EASYPRO ® glass
360° grinding in a single pass
Automatic pressure control of grinding and cutting head
Display of cutting wheel consumption and critical cutting oil level
Options
Edge deletion of coated Low-E glass lites sheets (grinding wheel widths of 20 to 26 mm)
Fully automatic tool-changer for cutting wheels
Integrated fixture for cutting off remnant formats (RP-I)
Multi-touch design of the control unit
Tilting design of breaker bars or belts
Perfect edge quality irrespective of glass thickness
The use of this directly driven cutting technology in combination with the highly stable and precise cutting bridge means that the glass cutting quality is always perfect, even with thick float glass.
Top quality with Low-E edge deletion regardless of coating
With the aid of decades of experience in the area of edge deletion, the system can be used to process single to triple silver as well as coatings with special protection (EASYPRO® or TPF) to an optimum standard and without any residue.
Technical data
Simple and user-friendly
The system has been developed to ensure that the operator is always optimally supported by the machine, and such that system operation is largely possible without glass-specific know-how. This increases the efficiency of the system and ensures consistent glass cutting quality.
Cutting speed X/Y axis
Acceleration X/Y axis 6 m/s²
Glass cutting tolerance +/- 0,2 mm
Edge deletion optional - first grinding then cutting
Low-E edge deletion speed (up to) 160 m/min
EASYPRO ®/ TPF ® (up to) 112 m/min / 112 m/min - 2 passes
Edge deletion Grinding wheel
ESL-RS
High-performance system for the automatic cutting of float glass and simple surface coatings
Fully automatic cutting table for float and special glass using LiSEC direct cutting technology.
The system is equipped with an additional grinding unit which allows soft coatings to be removed. Straight edges can thereby be simultaneously cut and ground in a single work step, which guarantees low cycle times while offering maximum quality. Shorter cycle times with maximum quality are thus guaranteed. Standard and digitalized special forms can be cut with ease.
The CNC program adjusts the maximum axis speed and acceleration to the shape being cut. Cutting path optimisation provides the optional possibility of minimising axial movement and ensuring the shortest cutting and grinding times. The modular machine concept of LISEC offers almost unlimited possibilities for any future extension to suit requirements: integration into a sorting system, combination with a laminated glass cutting table or as a direct link to an automated glass loading system.
Glass cutting tolerance +/- 0.15 mm
Edge deletion optional
Low-E edge deletion max. speed
EASYPRO® / TPF (up to)
m / min* 2 passes
Edge deletion Grinding wheel
Highlights
Simultaneous grinding and cutting of straight line cuts
Fastest glass cutting on the market for simple silver coatings
Optimum cutting quality with minimal tolerances
360° grinding or cutting in one cycle
Great reliability & durability of the system
Processing of the raw glass sheet without trim cut
Design with external industrial vacuum system (15l)
Options
Design with external industrial vacuum system (200l), specifically for EASYPRO® & TPF glass
Fully automatic tool-changer for cutting wheels
Dynamic scraper brush for the removal of glass release agent
Integrated fixture for cutting off remnant formats (RP-I) before the glass cutting process
Laminated glass cutting overview
Max. glass thicknesses
10.10.4,56 PVB mm, optional 12.12.4,56 PVB mm
8.8.2,28 PVB mm, optional 12.12.4,56 PVB mm
Max. cutting length 6,100 mm 6,000 mm
Automatic min. trim cuts (cutting, breaking-out & separating; depending on thickness of sheet of glass)
Trim cuts min. (only scoring)
Automatic feeding
Automatic sub-plate turning
Machine mode ‘Output mode’
Selected infrared heating (SIR heating)
Cutting wheel changes without interruptions
Edge deletion
Standard Optional
Not Available
System for the semi-automatic cutting of laminated glass
The basis for the processing of laminated glass is provided by the horizontal laminated glass cutting line of type VB in combination with a float cutting table (GFB/ESL) or an end-stop bridge (AL-A) from LiSEC.
One important difference between this and the VSL-A system is the vacuum suction cups that act from below and are used during the entire cutting process (scoring, breaking and film separation process). The suction cups are movable so as not to put any additional tension into the glass. Furthermore, the raw glass plate is positioned on the cutting table by means of a suction bridge and cut in the VB. The remaining Y and Z cuts are made after the glass has been manually rotated and tapped.
A significant increase in output can be achieved thanks to the optional patented SIR foil heating system. The system includes a laser positioning aid for special shape cutting as standard.
Min. trim cut thickness (LSG) 150 mm (automatic)
Min. trim cut thickness (LSG) 20 mm (only scoring)
Max. cutting speed 140 m/min
Min. float glass sub-plate break-out 250 mm (optional)
Glass cutting tolerance +/- 0.4 mm Max.
Highlights
Up to approx. 30 cut sheets of glass per hour with a DSC-A-VB cutting bridge (X, Y, Z cuts)
Automatic cutting of laminated sheets of glass
Innovative operating concept with comprehensive machine intelligence
Laser-supported positioning for straight cuts
Combination with a stop table (VB-AL-A) possible to increase the capacity of an existing system (DSC-A-VB-BTS)
VSL-A cutting and crushing unit for even better edge quality
Electronic cutting and crushing roller pressure control
Options
Automatic scoring of special mould cuts (manual breaking and cutting)
Patented SIR film heating for particularly fast cutting of laminated glass
Z-scoring for series cuts
Processing of 1010.12
Automatic float traverse breaking up to 12 mm or 19 mm
SIR - Selective Infrared Heating Patented heating system for PVB foils.
Heating time: 4 sec for 44.2
VSL-A System
for the automatic cutting of laminated glass
The basis for the successful processing of laminated glass is provided by the horizontal laminated glass cutting system, type VSL-A, from LiSEC. Since its market launch, the LiSEC VSL-A has been met with enthusiasm worldwide. Thanks to the patented SIR film heating system, output has been significantly increased. In addition, glass waste has been significantly reduced and, due to the higher level of automation, fewer operator interventions are required.
To provide solutions that best meet individual needs, LiSEC has developed a modular laminated glass cutting system solution that can be adapted step by step as required and expanded with another VSL-A bridge.
The system has various operating modes between which you can select at any time: output or comfort mode. In comfort mode, the system continuously produces fully cut glass lites sheets with almost no human intervention. In output mode, additional production capacities can also be made available. Here the operator assists the system in separating remnants, which again makes for higher output, a special advantage during production peaks. Technical
Glass thickness (float) 2 - 19 mm
Min. processing length
Min. processing width
Min. size of sub-plate turning 620 x 380 mm
Max. turning diameter subplate
Min. trim cut thickness (LSG)
Max. disposal of off-cuts
mm (automatisch)
Max. cutting speed 140 m/min
Min. float glass sub-plate break-out 250 mm (optional)
Glass cutting tolerance +/- 0,4 mm
processing length
Highlights
Up to approx. 45 cut sheets per hour with a VSL-A cutting bridge (X-, Y-, Z-cuts)
Fully automatic cutting of laminated glass panes
Fewer operator interventions thanks to automatic sub-plate rotation
Fast and flexible laminated glass cutting (output vs. comfort mode)
Clamping bar technology increases edge strength
Less waste thanks to 20 mm trim cut
Automatic disposal of residual cuttings up to 300 mm
Segmented infrared foil heating (SIR) for rapid heating and reduced energy consumption
Innovative operating concept with comprehensive machine intelligence
Permanent monitoring of the working surface with laser scanner for maximum safety at work
Laminated glass residual plate is cut first (RPI mode)
Options
Design with an additional infeed section to increase output
Automatic turning of large glass sheets
Design with two cutting heads for automatic tool changes
Processing of 12.12.4,56 PVB mm
Recording of edge deletion contour and possible automatic correction of the cut position
Four conveyor belts for float glass
Automatic float glass break-out thanks to X sub-plate break-out
Six conveyor belts for automatic outfeed of cut laminated glass sheets
Processing of W-cuts
Edge deletion using a grinding wheel
Automatic cutting of shapes
Automatic cullet disposal (GSA-CL)
SIR - Selective Infrared Heating Patented heating system for PVB foils.
Heating time: 4 sec for 44.2
Overview of automatic float glass breakout systems
Using a break-out device to remove the front and rear trim cut and break-out devices with 3-point technology for sub-plate breaks in X, Y and Z dimensions can facilitate any desired automation variant. Rotating devices for straight break-out lines for glass pieces or 90° discharge stations in conjunction with automatic edge breaking devices are available.
(sub-plate breaking)
(trimcut breaking)
Automatic breaking Trim cuts
Min. dimensions
x 350 mm
Sub-plates
x 350 mm
Trim cuts and sub-plates
x 350 mm Automatic cullet disposal
cullet removal
Standard
Optional
Not Available
ARS / TCY
Automatic break-out device for front and rear trim cuts
ARS breaks and removes front and rear trim cuts of already cut glass sheets across the entire width of the sub-plates. The TCY-A removes the top and bottom Y trim cuts. The intelligent breaking device used ensures that trim cuts are neatly broken apart. Pieces of broken glass are disposed of automatically into a container for broken glass situated below the machine.
Even thin glass sheets can be easily processed and transported. Extendible support rollers prevent any of the cuts being broken apart unintentionally.
data
TBX / TBY / TBZ
Automatic break-out device for sub-plate breaks
Once the front and rear trim cuts have been removed, the glass sheet is transported to the TBX on a belt transport unit. The TBX breaks out the existing X cuts into individual sub-plates. The TBY breaks out the existing Y cuts into individual sheets of glass. A pneumatic counter piece applies the counter pressure required to ensure neatly broken glass panes.
Automatic break-out device for trim cuts and sub-plate breaks
TBR can break apart both trim cuts and Y-cuts. The sub-plates previously turned in the TDV are broken out. In addition here, the front and, if required, the rear trim cuts are removed. Here too, pieces of broken glass are also disposed of automatically into a container for broken glass situated below the machine.
Technical data
Sub-plate
GSA-CF/ GSA-CL
Automatic sheet disposal
The automatic glass residue disposal for float glass as well as for laminated glass reduces downtimes as the manual emptying of glass cullet containers and crates in integrated production lines is no longer necessary. LiSEC‘s cullet disposal systems are available for float glass (type GSA-CF) and for laminated glass (type GSA-CL).
Both systems are equipped with a modular steel conveyor belt that was specially developed for the high demands and low wear in the flat glass industry. The system for the disposal of float glass scraps uses a slowly rotating star roll to crush glass scraps safely, efficiently, quietly, and with little dust. The system for laminated glass disposal uses a special high-strength guillotine with low-wear blades to crush laminated glass residues safely, efficiently, quietly, and with little dust.
Each station in an automated cutting line where glass residues are produced can be equipped with one of these systems. All glass residues and waste can be transported to a central location via interconnected conveyor belts. The advantages are as follows:
Highlights
Higher degree of automation of the system
Compact design
Increase in the quantity and quality of glass waste per container
Automatic fill level monitoring
Options
Model with two disposal containers for changes without interruption
SOFTWARE
With our broad product portfolio we offer our customers a modular set-up, from single-user to complex group solutions with central administration and decentralized sales and production branches.
Our whole team supports the development and service of our products, with the goal of generating the greatest benefit for our customers.
prod
Production Planning Software for the Flat Glass Industry
prod organises your production processes from the jumbo plate stock to the laminating process, the insulating glass production or any other kind of production process to the packaging of your products. The prod basic package already covers all main production planning functions relevant for the flat glass industry: production planning, scheduling, glass cutting optimisation, sequencing and remake management.
Extensions and additional products:
Highlights
Overview of the running production
Machine load and bottleneck warning
Packing optimisation
Stock location management
Avoiding manual sorting
Flexible reporting
Simultaneous optimisation of multiple variants
Remake management and integration
Interfaces:
Bottero, Hegla, Intermac, Bavelloni, Bystronic, etc.
Functions
Production planning and control system
Material- und Maschinenoptimierung
Dynamic optimisation
Rack optimisation
Label printing (grafical generator)
Capacity planning
Flexible reporting and analyses
Delivery- / route planning
Order management
Process overview via asset check
Integrated quality management
Production status
Control of LiSEC and foreign machines
Overview of the Running Production
The sales department benefits from the capacity planning due to real-time information about achievable delivery dates. This is possible thanks to a comprehensive overview of the production process, even in areas where numerous production stages and material routes would make it complicated. Orders are planned with precision regarding schedule and machine-specific requirements.
Machine Load and Bottleneck Warning
prod reports the production progress to the plant management and the sales department in real time. The information tool provides an up-to-date status of the machine utilisation and individual orders. An invaluable advantage for a precisely planned utilisation of the production capacity or short-notice re-scheduling.
Packing Optimisation
prod makes it possible to produce glass sheets in optimised packaging sequence and directly onto the delivery racks. This makes time-consuming searching, commissioning and re-packing redundant. The results are reduced order cycle times, reduced costs in the shipping department and fewer glass damages during transport.
Software for Glass Cutting Optimisation
With the software package opt, LiSEC provides a solution which extends far beyond the capabilities of a glass cutting optimization. Entry of complex insulating glass build-ups, even considering coatings and steps, are included in the standard. With a few more clicks grinding additions can be added, even to the edges of complex shapes.
Extensions and additional products:
Highlights
Complex shapes and build-ups possible at order entry
Optimization of special shapes – TSO
Compatibility with different interfaces
Slot assignment on harp racks
Also suitable for the optimization of patterned glasses
Interfaces:
Bottero, Hegla, Intermac, Bavelloni, Bystronic, etc.
Functions
Order import and editor
Parallel optimisation
Stock plate editor
Production lists, cutting plans, labels
Pre-defined reports
Control of LiSEC and non-LiSEC machines
Order editor for capturing complex shapes
Single glass optimisation software easy opt
The Easy Optimizer Software makes typical optimisation functions available for the preparation of improvements in the office. It is used in an office environment for calculating the glass quantities to be used during the processing/calculation of quotations. Once created, the optimisations can then be imported in production by LiSEC cutting tables or external cutting tables in combination with a converter, or cutting plans can be printed out for manual cutting.
Extensions and additional products:
Highlights
Rapid import of optimisation data from Excel files
Latest optimisation algorithms for waste optimisation
New, intuitive raw glass sheet editor
Functions
Import and entry of optimisation data
Raw glass sheet editor
Waste optimisation
Cutting plans & labels
Dividing and copying optimisation results
CSV data export in the breaking sequence
Dynamic Cutting Optimisation
The ideal situation for minimal glass cutting effort would be a continuous ribbon of glass, without any remnant glass sheets. dynopt tries to create this ideal situation by merging following optimisations and automatically integrating remakes. Through to the seamless integration of glass sheets from the following optimisation resp. remakes, remnant glass sheets are avoided and filled up. This permanent optimisation respects not only remnant glass sheets but also avoids eventually before developed optimisation gaps.
Highlights
Average glass wastage reduction: 1-2 %
Best possible optimisation result
Time saved in the cutting process: 5-10 %
Avoidance of glass breakages
User-friendly interface
Integration of remakes into existing optmisations
Functions
Avoiding remnant glass sheets
Automated integration of remakes
Prioritsed treatment of remakes
Changing of cutting plan possible till stock plate directly before cutting table
Permanent optimisation
Avoiding of possible optimisation gaps
Automatic inclusion of fill-up glass sheets
Intelligent Cutting Solution to Avoid Defects
oad allows you to re-optimise respectively newly arrange the stock plate before cutting in the background to bypass defects within the raw glass. This optimisation puts the priority on shifting the glass sheets on the stock plate until the defect is contained in a waste area, trim cut, or at least the smallest glass sheets of the stock plate. The result is immediately transferred to the cutting line.
Highlights
Increasing the result from defective raw glass
Possibility to use lower quality glass
Functions
Receive external error coordinates from LiSEC scanner or glassworks
Label Management Solution
Increasing production speed on the machines and changing customer-specific requirements create a need for a fast and flexible solution. With label LiSEC offers not only a quick and easy way to create and adapt labels but also an easy-to-use label management and control.
Highlights
Easy label creation
Automatic selection of assigned label layouts thanks to versatile filter possibilities (e.g. customer, product, …)
Central intelligent label generation for printing and application on the line
Functions
Usage of barcode, images, data fields and texts on the label
Standard labels for easy adaption available
Creation of your own labels
Simple printout control
Usage of filters at printout control
Display of shapes on the label with real data
Pdf-creation
Generation of own barcode numbers
Information and Ready Messaging Terminal at the Production ident
The main function of ident is to inform the user within the production about relevant details resp. to register remakes and ready messages and transfer the information to the ERP system. The program also supplies work step specific information (e.g. shape position) and generates control codes for machines from third-party suppliers.
LiSEC.prdCtrl - mobile app for industrial scanners and smartphones in the production. This app offers useful functions that support the daily work on the shop floor. By simply scanning barcodes, ready and breakage messages can be triggered. The management of transport racks is also significantly simplified.
Extensions & Additional Products:
Highlights
Paperless production list
Ready messages to release capacities and actualization of the status e.g. for an order
Remake messages for fast post-produciton
Detail display for shapes and processings for error prevention
Higher flexibility through real time adaptation at production planning
Mobile app for production tracking and management of racks
Functions
Display of production drawings
Entry of rack number and stock location
Entry of remakes
Online connection to processing machines
Synchronising to other ident
Material management
Label printout (switching production / customer label)
Status display
Online service for the visualisation and analysis of production data lis.analytics
With the help of lis.analytics, it is possible to gain a precise insight into production, identify potential scope for improvement and derive appropriate measures. lis.analytics makes data from production available in an appropriate format and facilitates analysis. Key figures such as overall equipment effectiveness (or OEE) are automatically calculated for both machines and lines and on the basis of the shift schedule.
Highlights
Greater transparency in production
Identification of improvement potentials
Analysis of downtimes
Breakdown according to products and shapes
Functions
Custom dashboard for the transparent presentation of production figures in real time
OEE dashboard
OEE dashboard
Visualisation of output key figures per machine
Based on the configurable shift plan, the respective output can be compared over several days and even on an hourly basis in order to derive appropriate measures.
Calculation of OEE for machines and lines
By combining several machines into lines, the OEE figure can be calculated not only for individual machines but also for entire lines.
Analysis of the causes of problems (alarms,
product mix, availability, ...)
If the output does not meet expectations, the causes can be found by analysing alarms that have occurred, the product mix or the reasons behind individual stoppages in more detail.
Solution for Automatic Sorting Systems autofab
autofab is the heart of the automatic sorting and/or buffering solution. This solution allows online control of a completely automated glass production process. The system automatically connects to all machines, controls, regulates and supervises the production processes, and reports the current status of e.g. the sorting systems, etc. With the system it is even possible to separate cutting from production sequence. This way, glass waste is minimised and is guaranteed an optimum production sequence on an insulating glass line, a furnace, etc.
Highlights
Individual production sequncees per machine
The operator is informed about the current status
Traceability over the whole production sequence
Optimum utilisation of machines, buffers etc.
Support of different sorting systems
Functions
Support of loading / unloading Robot
Support of piece rotation during furnace bed loading and unloading
Automatic calculation of suction cup activation for pieces with cut outs
Control of automatic dynamic cork applicator (for single glass)
Support of North Glass Furnace
Support of hourly movement figures
Integration with lis.analytics Platform
Support of washing machine and scanning in stock area
Support of 2D data matrix code marking and reading
Additional furnace bed optimization parameters
Enhanced use of formulas for configuration
Enhanced integration of preproduction pieces into main batches
Ready messages to be shown in GPS.autofab overview
Enhanced integration of capacity worksteps in the GPS.autofab logic
Improved shape analysis
Support of buffer resorting
Toughening Bed Load
Sheets are automatically optimised into a toughening bed, taking the furnace criteria into consideration. The furnace is automatically supplied with the sheets and the recipe data. After the tempering process the scanner and ripple data are automatically evaluated. Depending on the next processing step (delivery/IG), the individual sheets are automatically transported from the toughening bed to the correct position. Diverse tempering furnaces and scanning systems can be integrated.
Loading Display
The loading display supports the operator loads the sheets onto the transport into the sorting system. The loading display shows all relevant information to load the sheets in the sorting system specified sequence, with the correct base edge and glass side.
Traceability over the Whole Production Sequence
The fully automated glass production records every glass sheet. Each production step can be retraced.
Optimum Space Utilisation
The function „Chaotic Sorting“ allows an optimum use of the harp cars. With fully automatic control the production becomes more efficient and economical.
Break-out display for glass cutting table
mon supports hand by displaying the cutting plans directly at the cutting machine. Widely visible monitors facilitate simultaneous work, unnecessary printouts are avoided. Storage position information like storage position number, resting edge and further information are clearly displayed in a paperless way.
Highlights
Paperless producible
Cutting plan display for standard cutting tables
Laminated glass cutting tables
Furnace bed load
Loading display
Label printing
Functions
Cutting plan display
Display in several modes
Shape display
Communication with breaking station
Communication with foreign software
Remake message generation
SERVICE
Machines and systems for flat glass processing are in use for many years, sometimes even for decades. Ongoing maintenance and optimisation are essential to keep performance, efficiency and availability at a consistently high level and to ensure high-quality glass products.
Services
We offer you worldwide service and the fastest possible supply of spare parts
From machine installations to modernization of existing systems, we offer a wide range of services, and stay on your side as a competent and reliable partner throughout the entire life cycle of your systems. Whether you need a customized training program, detailed machine inspections, online support, spare parts or upgrades – the LiSEC service team will take care of it for you.
Facts & figures
More 140 service engineers worldwide
Global network with local partners all over the world
Spare part deliveries worldwide within shortest time
Super-fast problem solving via remote service
Compentent technical consulting
Service Products
Machinery & Software Support
Service / Maintenance
Training
LONGLiFE
Spare parts
Installation
Repairs
Machinery & Software Support
SUN 22:00 – FRI 21:00 (CET) | Phone: +43-7477 405-5700
Machine support: tbe.service@lisec.com | E-Mail software support: support@lisec.com
Emergency contact for urgent issues outside our working hours: SAT 6:00 – 22:00 (CET) | SUN 6:00 – 22:00 (CET) | Phone: +43-7477 405-5700
Training
Quality is our passion. Our goal is to qualify your employees to get the most out of your LiSEC equipment in your factory. Our team of experts looks forward to welcoming you to our top-equipped training center in Austria.
Here you will have time to familiarize yourself with the operation and maintenance of LiSEC equipment, without the stress of production. Our experienced trainer team will support you with competence, advice and support. We train self-confident operators who work independently and quality-consciously and handle crisis situations with confidence. The knowledge acquired in the training in handling your LiSEC systems increases your productivity and product quality.
Die Vorteile eines Trainings:
The advantages of a training programme
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Schnelleres Erreichen der vollen Produktionsleistung
Full production output is more quickly achieved
Höhere Maschinenverfügbarkeit
Higher machine availability
Erhöhte Produktqualität
Increased product quality
Erhöhte Fertigkeit des Bedienpersonals
Increased skills of the operating personnel
Erhöhtes technologisches Know-How Ihrer Mitarbeiter
Increased technological expertise of your employees
Steigerung der Mitarbeitermotivation
Increased employee motivation
Tel.: +43-7477 405-0
E-Mail: training.coordination@lisec.com
Good planning is key
The LiSEC training program includes many different machine and software training courses. Details of the training content can be found on our website at: www.lisec.com/service/training/ Service/Training
We offer personalized trainings for operators or maintenance personnel on request.
Project management
COMPETENT.
Time planning, cost and risk management, communication – a competent project manager is the key to project success. The LiSEC project management team supports you with highly qualified specialists, who are able to draw on years of experience and expertise in the flat glass industry.
LiSEC project management begins during the run-up to the project. The project scope and environment are defined using tried and tested tools and methods. In this way, we enable you to achieve the greatest possible benefit with your resources and our products.
A detailed project schedule forms the basis for the systematic realisation of the project goals. Problems are identified at an early point in time and individual solutions are formulated through continuous risk management.
RELIABLE.
As a central point of contact, the project manager coordinates and controls the project, and intervenes quickly and effectively if deviations from planning arise.
Well-considered documentation and information planning together with regular progress reports ensure that all relevant project details are fully available to all parties involved without delay, thereby forming the basis for efficient cooperation.
We use proven tools for project realisation:
LiSEC CRM for management of the work packages, and for your traceable and transparent progress controlling
Microsoft® Project for project and resource planning, including milestone management
Group-wide SAP® project management for project controlling
Microsoft® SharePoint for internal project coordination and version management
Comprehensive library of standardised document templates
INNOVATIVE.
Our goal is to use technologically leading machinery and systems to realise an optimum economic solution for you, as efficiently and effectively as possible. Following successful completion of the project, LiSEC Aftersales/Service supports the seamless operation of your systems.
Our sales team is constantly available to you for the development of new solutions through which to utilise the growth potential resulting from changes in requirements and framework conditions.