UNIX-1
Heavy duty single belt grinding machine
for specialist glass edge finishing.
The Ashton Industrial UNIX-1 is a compact wet or dry-running glass belt grinding machine designed
for efficient edge finishing of flat glass panels prior to tempering or further processing.
Summary
The UNIX-1 is a professional heavy-duty single belt grinding machine designed for manual edge finishing of small, shaped, or specialist glass components. Built for continuous industrial use, it provides a versatile solution for radius grinding, corner dubbing, edge smoothing, and finishing operations that are difficult to perform on conventional cross-belt seaming machines. It is ideal as a complementary machine alongside production seamers or automated lines.
Key Features
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Single belt grinding system: Utilises a single high-performance abrasive belt for precise manual grinding and finishing operations.
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Versatile applications: Suitable for hand swiping, radius grinding, corner dubbing, edge dressing, and finishing shaped or irregular glass.
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Heavy-duty construction: Manufactured from robust industrial-grade steel and components for long service life in demanding production environments.
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Standalone workstation: Compact machine designed to operate independently alongside existing production equipment.
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Flexible belt options: Compatible with diamond or silicon carbide belts depending on the material being processed and the desired finish.
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Professional design: Available in standard (UNIX-1) and pedestal-mounted (UNIX-1P) configurations to suit different workshop layouts and operator preferences.
Benefits
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Precision edge finishing: Provides excellent control for detailed manual grinding and finishing tasks.
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Highly versatile: Handles small, shaped, curved, and irregular glass that cannot easily be processed on straight-line seamers.
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Improved product quality: Produces smooth, safe edges and accurately finished corners prior to tempering or assembly.
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Reliable industrial performance: Heavy-duty construction ensures dependable operation with minimal maintenance.
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Ideal companion machine: Complements larger manual or automated seaming lines by handling specialist or low-volume work.
Overall
The UNIX-1 is a robust, industrial-grade single belt grinding machine designed for specialist glass finishing applications. It provides glass processors with a reliable and flexible solution for manual edge finishing, radius grinding, corner dubbing, and shaping operations that require greater precision than conventional seaming machines. Its simple,
durable design makes it an invaluable addition to any glass processing facility handling bespoke, shaped,
or low-volume products.