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A : There were some software updates and a couple of hardware upgrades , like the illuminators , which allowed us to have a product that always works and with increased performance , without the need to completely replace it .
One of the most important features of GlassInspector is the possibility of upgrading the system , increasing its potential , simply by replacing some of the components subject to wear , like the illuminators . The first version installed in Finstral used neon illuminators , which were then replaced with LED illuminators , then blue light LEDs , and finally with double illuminators . Together with constant software updates , guaranteed by an assistance contract , the systems used by Finstral have gradually become more precise and reliable , following the growth path of the quality level defined by the company . Over the years , the changes have also affected the structure of the system , now more streamlined and less bulky to facilitate the operator ’ s work .
Q : Did you buy other systems ? A : Yes , we currently have 2 Deltamax systems in Scurelle , 2 in Oppeano , and 1 in the plant in Germany . We decided to buy the other scanners precisely because of the advantages we had thanks to the first GI , just a few months after installation .
Deltamax was born in 1989 as a spin-off of a research center located in Trento – at that time with a different name , SIPAR . In 1992 SIPAR installed the first inspection system in a float glass line for Pilkington , in its Porto Marghera plant . In 2007 Deltamax installed the first scanner for defects detection on IG lines , named GlassInspector , starting a new era with the development of solutions for flat glass quality control for small and medium businesses . Fifteen years later Deltamax has focused its business on flat glass quality control and is still working on new technologies to satisfy the most demanding Customers and to face the challenges proposed by modern materials and production processes .
It was indeed a big change to go from the visual inspection carried out by the operator to an automated system , which is much more accurate and precise . This allowed us to immediately notice defects in the production line , significantly reducing customer complaints : a fundamental advantage for us . In addition to this , the entire production process was naturally optimized , with a reduction in waste and therefore in costs : by being able to check the entire production process , we could identify , for example , the cause of some scratches caused by machinery defects .
Q : Are you planning to increase defects detection by purchasing other systems ? A : The improvements have been plentiful ; at the moment we are very satisfied with the products we already have . However , we are not ruling out purchasing other systems in the future .
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Q : Could you give us feedback on the assistance we provided ? A : We are extremely satisfied . Our contract includes remote intervention in case of need as well as 3 annual on-site maintenance jobs by Deltamax technicians ; this way we are ensured with the correct operation of the systems and any software or hardware updates we might need .
These characteristics have allowed GlassInspector to win over more than 200 customers , with more than 300 installations in 30 countries around the world . GlassInspector has indeed opened an important path , which in the following years led to the creation of different solutions for insulating glass lines : for more information , we will see you at our stand .
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