TAV, Biesse join hands to set tangible example of smart manufacturing

Innovative Flat Glass Processing Plant In France’s Treize-Septiers Sets Benchmark

Tout l’Art du Verre and Biesse collaborate to create a state-of-the-art, automated flat glass processing plant, advancing smart manufacturing.

The ambitious project, led by Jean-Yves Glumineau, has resulted in the establishment of a new flat glass processing plant located opposite the existing TIV (Tout l’Intérêt du Vitrage Isolant) facility in Treize-Septiers, near Nantes, France. The TAV plant is characterized by maximum process automation, aiming to create a Smart Factory incorporating the latest industrial automation advancements.

The TAV facility is equipped with specialized technologies for various glass processing operations, including cutting, grinding, polishing, ceramic printing, enameling, and tempering. These new machining capabilities expand the product range already offered by TIV and are primarily targeted at interior designers, furniture manufacturers, metalworkers, and builders involved in large façades and glass door and frame construction.

To assist with the launch of this project, Glumineau collaborated with Jean-Louis Piscina, a glass industry expert with 25 years of experience in the mirror sector, known for his proficiency in glass machining and handling. Recognizing the need for a technological partner, Glumineau and Piscina partnered with Biesse, a company specializing in advanced machining technologies, connectivity solutions, and tools for product and process simulation.

The TAV facility covers an area of 5,300 square meters, complementing the existing TIV plant, which is set to expand from 7,500 to 15,000 square meters by 2018. The design philosophy of them TAV facility emphasizes streamlined processes that minimize human intervention in glass handling, a principle that aligns with the operational approach established by TIV in 2008.

The TAV project, representing a 5 million euro investment, aims to integrate a wide range of skills and optimize machine performance through continuous automation. The solutions developed by Intermac provide transparency in production, enabling operators to monitor efficiency levels in real time. Automation significantly reduces manual intervention and the risk of errors, resulting in nearly flawless production output.

A key feature of the TAV project is the Batch-One process, which allows for rapid adaptation of production to align with changing consumer trends. This capability enhances the facility’s flexibility and responsiveness to market needs. The successful coordination of machinery without operator intervention marks a significant achievement in the pursuit of a fully automated production environment, as confirmed by Piscina.

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