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The complete solution for efficient business processes in the flat glass industry

For the production of non-rectangular or extra-large shapes, glass processors frequently receive hand-drawn templates on paper, cardboard, wood, etc. from their customer. In order to fabricate these non-rectangular or larger shapes, modern CNC machines require digital data.

To solve this problem, A+W, in conjunction with Viprotron, developed a user-friendly, easy-to-operate app called A+W iShape.

With A+W iShape you can use your smartphone to photograph the template. The only requirement is A+W’s L-shaped reference objects that have to be placed on the template. Once photographed, the app will digitize the template by transforming the shape into an easy to edit outline, ready to be imported into A+W CAD Designer.

What makes A+W iShape special? In contrast to older solutions, there is no need to calibrate the camera! A+W iShape works with any quality smartphone camera.

1. Place the L-shaped reference objects to automatically detect the template/photographed object.
2. The L-shaped reference objects help correct any distortions when photographing a template.
3. Once photographed, the iShape file can be imported into A+W CAD Designer, where further edits can be done.
4. Transfer the DXF file to your CNC machine and start the production.

A+W Logistics Optimizer revolutionizes logistics in the glass industry through automatic route planning and optimization, thus providing an efficient solution for the delivery of glass products.

It automatically creates and optimizes routes and delivery addresses, saving time and money. Based on Nokia Maps, A+W Logistics Optimizer considers truck restrictions and current traffic data to calculate optimal routes, ensuring efficient deliveries.

The mobile app facilitates seamless communication between drivers and the ERP system, which allows for real-time delivery tracking via GPS and almost instant confirmation.

A+W Smart Delivery Maps is a comprehensive solution for digitizing your delivery processes. The mobile app replaces paper-based workflows with a centralized, intuitive platform that connects drivers, dispatch and accounting.

All relevant order and item data is available directly on the driver’s mobile device. Customers confirm deliveries with an electronic signature, supplemented by photos and comments, which are automatically transferred to your ERP system. This eliminates manual steps, triggers invoicing immediately and improves liquidity.

Real-time documentation ensures maximum transparency: status changes, complaints and special notes are recorded instantly and visible to all stakeholders.

Integrated map material and rack management enable efficient planning and monitoring of deliveries and pickups. Optionally, the solution can be extended with the A+W Logistics Optimizer to intelligently optimize routes and reduce costs.

The A+W Smart Companion revolutionizes warehouse management and logistics in the glass industry through its versatile functions and user-friendly handling. This innovative solution is usable on a mobile device under iOS and Android, offering an intuitive menu navigation that enables easy operation. The A+W Smart Companion can be deployed on various smart devices according to requirements and offers the ability to scan multiple barcodes in continuous mode.

Supporting the entire value chain, the A+W Smart Companion contributes to its digitization, saving time and costs while making processes more flexible. Warehouse management can be digitized with the A+W Smart Companion Stock Module, allowing the use of smart devices as scanner hardware for capturing inputs, outputs, transfers, and changes. During inventory, the Inventory function of the warehouse module supports the process with useful filters, checklists, and dashboards to optimize and simplify the process.