Bovone Integrated Robotic System

The Bovone Integrated Robotic System is a fully automated glass-processing solution designed to connect multiple production stages within one coordinated robotic cell.

Also known as the Bovone Robotic System, or BRS, the system can integrate straight-line glass edging machines, vertical glass washing equipment and multi-axis industrial robots to create a continuous automated production process. Depending on the required configuration, a robotic cell can include two edging machines, one vertical washing machine and two or three articulated robots for glass handling.

The system is configured around the customer’s glass dimensions, product mix, production volumes, available floor space and required level of automation. This allows Bovone to develop anything from a dedicated robotic edging island to a broader integrated line incorporating polishing, drilling, washing and glass inspection.

Glass can be loaded from racks positioned within the robotic cell. The robot identifies and collects each panel, transfers it to the first processing machine and controls its movement between the individual production stages.

After the first edges have been processed, the robot rotates and repositions the panel so that the remaining sides can be completed. The glass can then be transferred to a second edging machine, a drilling station, washing equipment or another integrated process according to the selected line design.

Advanced sensors and control software support accurate positioning and repeatable glass handling. This helps maintain consistent processing quality while reducing the manual intervention normally required to move and orient panels between separate machines.

Bovone has developed compact grippers with reduced weight and dimensions. The lighter gripper places less demand on the robot’s payload capacity, helping reduce energy consumption and cycle time while preserving space within the working cell.

Loading and unloading areas can be configured with rotating tables capable of holding two glass racks. While the robot works from one rack, the operator can safely exchange or unload the second rack outside the active production area. This supports continuous operation and helps reduce line stoppages.

Production monitoring and panel traceability can be integrated throughout the robotic system. Operators can follow the status of individual panels, monitor production performance and manage processing information from the central control system.

The automated handling process helps reduce manual lifting and direct interaction between operators and machinery. This improves workplace safety, lowers the risk of glass damage and supports more predictable production times.

Bovone robotic systems are particularly suitable for repeat production, large glass panels, mixed production batches and manufacturing environments where consistency and reduced manual handling are priorities.

The system can be configured using machines from Bovone’s ELB straight-line edging range, including Fully Automatic models. Suitable washers, conveyors, drilling equipment, scanners and other compatible processing modules can be incorporated according to the required application.

Each robotic island is designed as a complete project. Machine selection, robot payload, gripper design, rack positions, safety guarding and production flow are established around the customer’s products and factory layout.

Stone & Glass Group supplies Bovone Integrated Robotic Systems throughout the United Kingdom, Ireland and the Benelux, supported by project consultation, layout planning, installation, commissioning, operator training, spare parts, servicing and comprehensive after-sales support.