Automated
Harp Rack Solution

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HARP RACK SOLUTION

Efficient Loading and Unloading with Automated Glass Transport

The automated Harp Rack Solution from systron enables efficient and reliable loading and unloading of systron glass processing lines. The system is designed for customers using harp racks from various manufacturers as an internal glass transport solution and can be installed on the infeed side, outfeed side, or both.

The harp racks are manually docked to the station, while the subsequent loading or unloading process runs fully automatically. A movable roller beam automatically moves into a defined exchange position, while integrated safety light barriers ensure safe and smooth operation.

Automation significantly reduces manual handling. Operators can focus on harp rack handling, tool management, and quality control — making it possible to operate a second machine in a face-to-face setup.

Benefits of the systron Harp Rack Solution:

  • Fully automated loading and unloading
  • Compatible with harp racks from various manufacturers
  • Reduced handling and lower breakage risk
  • Continuous material flow with minimized downtime
  • Up to 5 hours of production without machine operator
  • Capacity increase of up to approx. 25%
  • Available for all systron machines and retrofit-ready

The systron Harp Rack Solution is an ideal automation system for modern flat glass processing — increasing machine utilization, improving workflow efficiency, and reducing manual handling.

TECHNICAL DATA

(can vary depending on the harp rack)

  • Maximum weight harp rack: 2700 kg (harp rack loaded)
  • Number of slots: 34
  • Maximum sheet size: 3200 x 2000 mm
  • Minimum sheet size: 600 x 200 mm
  • Maximum sheet thickness: 17 mm (8.8.2)
  • Maximum sheet weight for a single slot : 275 kg
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Options

Plausibility Check

In the continuous process, the dimensions of panes are checked for validity at certain points with a linear measurement axis.

The pane dimensions are determined selectively and compared with a stored DXF file – for rectangles as well as for special shapes.

If there is a discrepancy, the further transport of the pane is stopped and a message is displayed.

Automatic Removal of the Cutouts

Cutouts with snap tabs are removed with the help of vacuum suction cups on a Kuka robot and stored in a definable position.

  • Minimum size of cutouts: 100mm x 150mm
  • Maximum size of cutouts: 1000mm x 1500mm
  • Maximum manipulation weight: 40 kg / cutout

Inspection Zone

Control section for optical inspection of the processed glass pane.

  • Variable conveyor speed up to 30m / min
  • Software implementation of the transport tables and the subsequent systems enables the panes to be transported automatically
  • Indirect LED lighting behind the glass pane enables work-friendly and fatigue-free visual quality control
  • Light intensity and color can be adjusted individually

Additional Operator Terminal

The additional operator terminal is placed at the inlet- or outlet-side. It is an exact mirroring of the respective main system operator terminal and increases the profitability of the machine, since working distances are shortened and operation is simplified.

Order management, tool parameters, system parameters, etc. can be viewed and adjusted if necessary. Safety-relevant functions such as acknowledging a safety area, manual mode and start of an automatic mode are only possible from the main terminal.

Any questions?

Please contact me now for further details!

Thomas Haan

Head of Sales

Inquiry

Please select the maximum dimensions of the panes to be processed: