Ushio Germany GmbH is thrilled to present its wide range of Infrared (IR) solutions for the first time to the glass manufacturing industry at GlassTec, taking place from October 22-25, 2024, at Messe Düsseldorf.
Numerous glass processes require heating; some of the most common ones include cutting of composite glass, lamination, bending, coating curing, drying, pre-heating, re-activation of adhesives and many more. Infrared heat provides excellent conditions to deliver efficient solutions for these processes thanks to the following advantages:
• Infrared emitters have very short heat-up and cooling-off periods, saving both time and costs.
• They can be precisely adjusted to the material and process requirements.
• They offer contactless in-process heating.
• Special coatings, such as a gold reflector on the emitters, direct the heat precisely to the targeted part of the product quickly and accurately.
• Easy integration into existing production facilities.
Ushio, with more than 60 years of experience in the lighting industry, offers a wide range of IR emitters, including pin-type lamps, linear single, double, and twin tube emitters, as well as shaped and bent forms. Customers can select from a wide range of coatings and even filaments, allowing for tailored solutions developed for specific needs and process steps.
Our twin tube lamps, which can reach lengths of up to 5 meters, are particularly advantageous for the cutting of composite glass:
Laminated glass made in very large sheets often needs to be split into smaller pieces. A method currently used involves scoring the glass, breaking it, and then separating the foils. The foils can be separated particularly well with the aid of infrared radiation. Our fast-response medium-wave infrared Twin-Tube emitters, with a gold reflector, heat the foil only in the small crack resulting from the glass breakage. The foils can then be easily separated by pulling the pieces slightly apart and using cutting tools.
Our Twin-Tub lamps offer a higher power density and flexible connection and control options with less installation effort. The positioning of the temperature-sensitive pinching area outside the heating zone makes them particularly suitable for applications where wide webs need to be heated. Waterproof versions are likewise available.
At our booth at GlassTec, Hall 10, Stand B04, our experts are waiting for you. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore our innovative IR solutions, and discuss their specific application needs with our knowledgeable team. We invite all attendees to join us and discover how Ushio’s advanced IR technology can enhance their glass manufacturing processes.
For more information, please visit our website or contact us directly at sales@ushio.eu.
About Ushio
Ushio is a world-leading manufacturer of lighting solutions with a diverse portfolio of products and technologies. With a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Ushio serves a wide range of industries covering the entire range from UV, VIS to IR radiation applications.
