Industrial Sensors for Glass Manufacturing

Precision Sensors Across Your Production Line

Cutting-edge sensor solutions for the hollow glass industry — from hot-end monitoring to laboratory analysis to cold-end traceability.

Production Line Overview

Glass production line showing Konatic sensor placement
Hot-End
Laboratory
Track & Trace
Filling Plants

±1g

Gob weight accuracy

360°

Hot-end coating evaluation

100%

Bottle traceability

14+

Years of expertise

Trusted by the world's leading glass manufacturers

Client 1VeralliaArdagh GroupVetropackSaverglass

Complete Production Line Coverage

Konatic Solutions Throughout Glass Manufacturing

Our comprehensive sensor solutions cover every critical stage of glass production — from gob forming to final packaging. Each product is engineered for precision monitoring, quality control, and full traceability.

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Hot-End Solutions

SMART GOB, SPYRO and TRINITY monitor gob forming and mold temperature with closed-loop control for optimal glass formation.

02

Laboratory Analysis

FUSION MACHINA, NANO, and INNERSCAN provide precise coating measurement, seed/bubble counting, and internal profile analysis.

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Cold-End Traceability

PRECISION, HEXAGON and SPIN READER ensure complete bottle traceability from quality control through packaging.

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Filling Plants

Cold-End Laser, Hexagon High Speed, Helical Reader and Label Inspection deliver identification, tracking, and quality control across filling lines.

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Hot-End Smart Sensors

Precision monitoring and automated regulation for optimal mold performance and quality control at the hot-end of your production line.

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SMART GOB

SMART GOB

The SmartGob provides precise, closed-loop control of gob weight and shape by automatically regulating the feeder tube. Capable of achieving accuracy within ±1g (per 300g gob), it significantly reduces raw material usage and operator stress. All dimensional and weight data is recorded via OPC-UA protocol, ensuring full process traceability.

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SPYRO

SPYRO

SPYRO utilizes independent IR cameras to monitor blank and blow mold temperatures with extreme precision. This system autonomously regulates mold ventilation in a closed-loop mode, compatible with any IS machine manufacturer, ensuring enhanced thermal efficiency and a massive reduction in temperature-related defects.

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TRINITY

TRINITY

Trinity is a next-generation hot-end infrared inspection system powered by AI vision and HDR imaging. Featuring a maintenance-free electrical cooling system and real-time synchronization with the IS machine, it automatically adjusts parameters to minimize false rejects and correlates defects to specific cavities and sections.

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Laboratory Devices

Advanced laboratory equipment for comprehensive quality testing, coating measurement, and internal profile analysis.

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INNERSCAN

INNERSCAN

Designed specifically for wine bottles, the InnerScan evaluates interior profiles from the neck down to a depth of 50mm with high precision. This durable unit captures data automatically and offers the flexibility to be deployed either in the laboratory or directly at the hot end for rapid checks.

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NANO

NANO

The NANO measures hot-end coating thickness with nanometer-level precision without requiring any indexing fluid (oil-free). This technology allows for a high volume of measurements and a complete 360° evaluation of the treatment, approved by industry leaders like CETIE, O-I, and VETROPACK.

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PRECISION

PRECISION

Installed directly at the hot end, the Precision reader acts as a high-tech microscope for Datamatrix codes. It enables early detection of engraving deviations or quality issues in CO2 laser systems, ensuring meticulous inspection and code readability before the annealing process begins.

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FUSION MACHINA

FUSION MACHINA

Distributed exclusively by Konatic, the Fusion Machina automates the counting of seeds and bubbles, eliminating laborious manual microscope work. It delivers unmatched consistency and rapid data to optimize furnace management and overall glass quality efficiently.

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TIN READER

TIN READER

The Tin Reader is a revolutionary hand-held device that measures tin oxide coating on bottles immediately at the hot end. By eliminating the traditional 45-minute cooling wait, it provides instant feedback on hot containers of any color or thickness, drastically reducing production waste and reaction time.

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Track & Trace — Cold-End

Advanced code reading technology for complete bottle traceability, quality control, and datamatrix reading at any production stage.

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HEXAGON

HEXAGON

The Hexagon system provides online, contactless scanning of CO2 laser-engraved Datamatrix codes. Ideal for filling lines or manufacturing plants, it connects directly to databases to ensure complete traceability, particularly suited for the returnable bottle market.

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SPIN READER

SPIN READER

Specifically utilized on rotary machines, the Spin Reader offers high-tolerance reading of CO2 laser-engraved codes. Its robust design and easy adjustment have made it a trusted solution for major manufacturers like O-I, VERALLIA, and MOËT & CHANDON.

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HELICAL READER

HELICAL READER

The Helical Reader features exclusive technology designed specifically for the complex environment of filling plants. It ensures accurate and efficient processing by reading Datamatrix codes with high reliability, securing product tracking throughout the packaging line.

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HEXAGON ALPHA

HEXAGON ALPHA

Developed for the cosmetics industry, the Hexagon Alpha uses AI algorithms to read alphanumeric codes on perfume bottle necks in real-time. It can identify damaged codes, associate defects with specific molds, and trigger precise ejection, ensuring total quality control.

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SPIN READER ARABIC CODE

A specialized version of the Spin Reader developed for Arabic-script alphanumeric codes engraved on glass bottles. Combining high-tolerance optical reading with dedicated OCR algorithms trained on Arabic character sets, it guarantees reliable identification and full traceability.

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Filling Plants Solutions

End-to-end identification, tracking, and quality inspection systems designed for the fast-paced environment of modern filling lines.

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COLD-END LASER

The Cold-End Laser system applies permanent, high-contrast CO2 laser-engraved Datamatrix codes directly onto glass bottles at the cold end of the production line. Designed for filling plant integration, it ensures each bottle carries a unique, machine-readable identity from manufacture through to final packaging.

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HEXAGON DATAMATRIX HIGH SPEED

A high-speed variant of the Hexagon reader engineered for the demanding pace of filling lines. It reads CO2 laser-engraved Datamatrix codes at full production speed with zero false rejects, connecting seamlessly to plant databases to deliver real-time traceability and ejection control.

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HELICAL READER

The Helical Reader features exclusive technology designed specifically for the complex environment of filling plants. Its 360° helical scanning head reads Datamatrix codes regardless of bottle orientation, ensuring accurate and reliable product tracking throughout the entire packaging line.

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LABEL INSPECTION MACHINE

An advanced vision system that performs 100% in-line inspection of bottle labels at filling plant speeds. It verifies label presence, position, orientation, and print quality — detecting missing labels, skew, creases, and barcode defects — to guarantee compliance and brand consistency on every bottle.

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Hot-End Solutions

Real-time monitoring & control

Laboratory Analysis

Precision measurement devices

Track & Trace

Complete bottle traceability