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PVC window production modernized at Eibel – New RAPID profile processing center in Malschwitz, Saxony

Eibel GmbH has modernized its PVC window production facility in Malschwitz, Saxony.
Herbert Eibel and Fabian Giefer are utilizing a modular design and fully automated precision technology from Rapid. Several production steps run in parallel, allowing individual modules to achieve maximum output and boost efficiency...

DGL220 Double-Mitre Saw – Clamping System for Insect Screen Profiles

A specially developed clamping system is used on the RAPID double-miter saws for cutting insect screen profiles. A combination of profile-specific counter-blocks and pressure pads ensures the profiles are perfectly positioned within the saw. Profile parameters and corresponding colors are stored in the extensive profile database...

New YouTube video: Optima VI Inline – High speed for window manufacturing

Don’t miss the new video about the RAPID Optima VI Inline machining center on our YouTube channel.

The Optima VI delivers exceptionally high capacity for the cutting and machining of plastic profiles used in window manufacturing.

Significant increases in capacity are achieved—above all—thanks to the transfer and buffer station for up to 5 profiles, which connects the functionally separate machining modules. This allows multiple production steps to run in parallel...