The German flat glass processing machinery manufacturer HEGLA has announced the launch of the IG2Pieces system, designed for the automatic dismantling of old or defective insulating glass units into individual components without damage.
The new development enables clean and precise separation of glass from spacer frames, creating opportunities for material reuse or further recycling. According to the company, this approach helps reduce raw material consumption and lower CO₂ emissions within the production cycle.
The IG2Pieces system automatically measures glass dimensions, identifies the structure of the insulating glass unit and detects the presence of coatings. All collected data are stored in the software and can be used in subsequent production stages or recycling processes.
After separation, the glass is suitable for repair or reuse. The system also allows damaged insulating glass units to be processed quickly for refurbishment or for the reuse of individual components.
IG2Pieces handles glass sizes of up to 1800 × 2500 mm. Automation of the process reduces the need for manual operations and, according to HEGLA, makes insulating glass recycling more economically viable for manufacturers.
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