Matodi Blog: Flat Glass Machinery, Tools and Supplies

Manufacturers putting on a BIG display at Glasstec!

Here is a roundup of what you can expect from many of Matodi’s partners at glasstec this year. *Click any of the images or links below for machinery details — or call us for more information and special show pricing. Matodi will also be at Glasstec —...

IMMMES DTP Installation at Syracuse Glass a HUGE Success!

Machinery Spotlight, Water Treatment

Matodi is pleased to report that the recent IMMMES DTP installation at Syracuse Glass went very well. IMMMES DTP is a totally closed loop system. As far as we know, this is the only system in the world where the water is pumped directly from the machines into DTP,...

Straight Line Cup vs Peripheral Wheel Edgers

Straight Line Edgers, Wheels

By John P. Lloyd There are two basic types of straight line edgers on the market today. One uses cup wheels, and the other uses peripheral wheels. Here we will discuss the difference between the two, and advantages and disadvantages of both. Cup Wheel Edger The...

GlassBuild Pre-Roundup

GlassBuild

Have you ever wondered what it takes to set up a booth with flat glass machinery at GlassBuild? As you might imagine, this is a huge undertaking; moving machines and supplies into the show floor and getting everything together in just a few days! We will be posting...

Spotlight on Keraglass Combi Series Kilns

Kilns, Machinery Spotlight

We have satisfied customers who are laminating PVB with an average cycle time of 2.5 hours. Thanks to the advanced programming in Keraglass’ Combi, once the cycle is started, the system is then fully automatic. If you’re looking for high quality end product with...

June is National Safety Month

Glass Lifters, Oversized Glass, Safety

What better path to safety than the safe handling of glass sheets? One surefire way is to use a quality lifter. Matodi has in stock the Barbaric (pronounced bar bar rich) series of glass lifters with unique features to ensure the safety of the person handling the...

Spotlight on the Schiavo Star Drill Pro

New Products

The video below highlights the StarDrill Pro — please contact us for more...

Introducing the Wave Series from Neptun

New Products

Versatile Vertical Washers for Various Applications Neptun has recently introduced the Wave series of vertical glass washing machines. Wave is the new mid-range addition of vertical washers which includes the high-end model Superinox and the entry-level LV Top....

Extra Large, Jumbo or Regular? 8 Core Factors to Consider When Choosing Glass Size

Oversized Glass

by Jack Van Meerbeeck The use of glass over the last decade has grown tremendously. Not only in quantity, but also in the size of glass used. This trend is particularly noticeable in the architectural glass and automotive sectors. Just compare a car from the early...

How to use a Baume Gauge for Cerium Oxide in Straight Line Bevellers

Cerium Oxide

By John P. Lloyd When a customer (particularly a new one) needs to find out or figure out how much cerium oxide to put in the tank, there are two methods in use: 1. The **“Dwight” method. This is whereby the machine operator can tell if the cerium in the machine...