In the competitive world of glass manufacturing, efficiency and quality are of the utmost importance. The introduction of new ultra-high-speed grinding wheels represents a significant advancement in glass edge profiling technology. By transitioning from conventional grinding wheels to these innovative ultra-high-speed wheels, glass manufacturers can expect to cut processing time in half while consistently producing workpieces with satin-smooth edge profiles.

Advantages of Ultra-High Speed Grinding Wheels

1. Significantly reduce processing time:

One of the most compelling benefits of ultra-high-speed grinding wheels is their ability to significantly reduce machining time. Designed with advanced materials and processes, these wheels enable faster grinding speeds without sacrificing surface quality. Compared to traditional grinding methods, manufacturers can complete projects in half the time, increasing productivity.

2. Consistent satin smooth edge profile:

High-speed grinding wheels are designed to create consistently high-quality, satin-smooth edge profiles. This consistency is critical in the glass industry, where aesthetics are as important as functional performance. The ability to consistently achieve a high-quality surface finish reduces the need for additional polishing and finishing steps, further streamlining the production process.

3. Enhanced durability and performance:

These wheels are designed to withstand the rigors of glass manufacturing and maintain their performance over time. Their excellent wear resistance ensures that manufacturers can achieve consistent results throughout their service life.

Application in Vertical Cnc Machining Center

Vertical CNC machining centers are becoming increasingly popular in the glass industry due to their many advantages:

1. Efficient setup and processing:

Vertical loading eliminates the need for extensive table preparation required with horizontal machines. This feature reduces setup time and simplifies glass sheet handling, making the entire process more efficient.

2. Space-saving design:

Vertical machines take up less floor space than horizontal machines, saving valuable floor space in your manufacturing plant. This space efficiency is particularly beneficial for businesses looking to optimize their production areas.

3. Multiple grinding options:

On vertical CNC machines, a 150mm diameter grinding wheel is typically used to create a variety of edge profiles, including pencil edge, flat edge and angular finishes. The glass sheets are ground in two or three sets of grinding wheels, with each set having a progressively finer grit, ensuring a smooth transition from rough grinding to final polishing.

Main Features of Ultra-High Speed Grinding Wheel

1. Innovative configuration file design:

The key to the superior performance of the Ultra-High Speed Grinding Wheel is its unique profile design. Designed for rough grinding, the new “first pass” grinding wheel features plastic fillers between the teeth, where conventional segmented wheels typically have gaps. This simple yet effective design improvement significantly improves finish quality, productivity and component life.

2. Enhanced performance:

The "first pass" wheel design is extremely aggressive, removing material quickly. Conventional segmented wheels often chip at the edge of the glass sheet during grinding. However, the new design minimizes chipping, resulting in a smoother surface than standard segmented wheels.

3. Second round:

The design of the "Secondary Operation" grinding wheel is similar to that of a conventional slotted grinding wheel, but it incorporates a special bond derived from automotive glass processing. This special bond increases the performance and durability of the wheel, ensuring it remains productive over time.

Unique Design, Enhanced Performance

The ultra-high-speed grinding wheel is unique on the market and is designed to improve the performance of vertical CNC machine tools. The key to this leap in productivity lies in the innovative profile design of the grinding wheel:

1. First round:

The new "first pass" grinding wheel is designed for coarse grit grinding and has plastic fillers between the teeth, where conventional segmented wheels typically have gaps. This design improvement minimizes chipping on the glass edge, resulting in a smoother surface than a standard segmented wheel. Reduced chipping not only improves edge quality, but also increases processing speed.

2. Second round:

The "second pass" wheel has a profile similar to a conventional grooved wheel, but uses a special bond derived from automotive glass processing. This special bond improves the performance and durability of the wheel, allowing it to work more efficiently. Because the first pass produces a smoother surface with virtually no chipping, the second pass does not require as much material removal as the first pass, allowing it to run at higher speeds.

Significant Increase in Productivity

The combination of the two new grinding wheels significantly improves production efficiency. For example, when processing flat edges on a 6 mm thick glass plate, the new ultra-high-speed grinding wheel can achieve a processing speed of up to 10 meters per minute, which is about twice as fast as traditional grinding wheels. The increase in speed means that the processing time for each piece of glass can be reduced by up to 60%, significantly improving overall operational efficiency.

Applicable to Various Glass Thicknesses

The ultra-high-speed wheels are available in three glass thicknesses: 6mm, 8mm and 10mm. They are designed for both flat and angular profiles, and are suitable for machining single sheets of glass. Importantly, these wheels are compatible with any manufacturer’s vertical CNC machine, not just VERTMAX, making them a versatile choice for glassmakers looking to upgrade their equipment.

In Conclusion

The introduction of the Ultra-High Speed Grinding Wheels marks a significant advancement in glass edge profiling technology. These wheels are revolutionizing the glass manufacturing process by effectively doubling edge processing speeds and ensuring a consistently high-quality finish. Their innovative design features, including “first pass” and “second pass” grinding wheels, provide glass manufacturers with the tools they need to optimize operations, increase production efficiency, and improve product quality. As the glass industry continues to evolve, innovative technologies like the Ultra-High Speed Grinding Wheel will play a key role in meeting modern manufacturing demands while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency.