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Cutting and processing

Automated cutting from drawings and digital models with follow-on edge prep and openings.

Glass cutting at Octoglass — photo to be added

What we cut and process

Flat-glass cutting and blank preparation for follow-on processing: edge grinding/polishing, drilling technical holes and openings. We work from customer drawings and prepare blanks for the process route.

Cutting and processing is a process stage: from blanks to prep for follow-on work (edges and openings), including grinding/polishing and drilling per the project.

Capabilities

From drawings and models

Cutting from DXF/DWG and agreed part dimensions.

Ready for further processing

Blanks with prepared edges (including polishing) and openings, ready for further process stages.

Varied geometries

Straight and shaped cutting for project requirements.

Production workflow

Cutting as a stage of the full Octoglass glass workflow.

Technical capabilities

Numeric tolerances and sheet formats will be published after production confirmation.

Input dataDrawing, DXF/DWG, agreed dimensions
MaterialsFlat glass per project (type and thickness — by agreement)
OutputBlanks for further processing or delivery
  • Input dataDrawing, DXF/DWG, agreed dimensions
  • MaterialsFlat glass per project (type and thickness — by agreement)
  • OutputBlanks for further processing or delivery

Pricing

Final cost depends on volume, material, and process route. Exact pricing is available on request.

Cutting and processingon request
Edge processingon request
Hole drillingon request
  • Cutting and processingon request
  • Edge processingon request
  • Hole drillingon request

How we work

  1. 01

    Receiving input data

    Drawing, model or dimensions, glass type, and further-processing requirements.

  2. 02

    Manufacturability review

    Review of geometry, material, and post-cutting route.

  3. 03

    Order confirmation and payment

    Agreement on cost, lead time, and scope. Invoice issued.

  4. 04

    Cutting

    Flat-glass cutting to the agreed parameters.

  5. 05

    Grinding, polishing, and drilling

    Edge processing (including polishing) and drilling openings and technical holes per the project.

  6. 06

    Check and handoff

    Blank check and handoff to the next stage or shipment.

Where it is used

Automotive blanks

Cutting for side, windshield, and special parts.

Parts for bending

Blanks prepared for subsequent glass bending.

Technical glazing

Structural elements and special products.

Prototypes and series

One-off samples and series lots by agreement.

What we need from you

Drawing or model

DXF/DWG or an agreed drawing with dimensions.

Glass type and thickness

Material and thickness if already defined by the project.

Quantity and lot

Order volume: prototype, pilot, or series.

Further processing

Whether grinding, drilling, bending, or lamination is required.

Production

Glass cutting — production photo (TODO)
Cut blanks — photo (TODO)
Cutting equipment — photo (TODO)

Further processing

After cutting and processing, the blank can go to bending and lamination at Octoglass.

Related services below help assemble a full process route for the project.

FAQ

Which drawing formats do you accept?
DXF/DWG are preferred. You can also send a PDF drawing or sketch in any graphic format for preliminary evaluation - digital geometry is usually needed for production.
What information do you need to assess a cutting request?
Briefly describe the task and share available inputs. The exact list depends on the project.
Is it possible to provide, for example, a 3D model or a point cloud for cutting?
It is possible, but additional processing of non-standard data and converting them into drawings will require the inclusion of additional services in the order.
What type of glass cutting do you use?
We use roller cutting with diamond or carbide rollers, in some cases, crystal cutting can be used. The cutting tool makes a "scratch" on the glass, which then breaks the glass.
How precise is the cutting?
For cutting, a computerized machine and a laser positioning system of the cutting head are used in relation to the workpiece. The operator's involvement in the direct glass cutting process is excluded. However, due to the physical size of the cutting tools, the precision of the cut is of the order of 1 mm.
Can I order cutting only, without further processing?
Yes. Cutting can be a separate service or the first stage of a complete route at the Octoglass site. However, we warn you that glass without edge treatment (grinding or polishing) contains stress zones after breaking along the cutting line and may spontaneously collapse, for example, during transportation. Additionally, it should be borne in mind that in the process of breaking glass along the cutting line, cracks and small chips may remain on the glass, which it is also desirable to remove by processing the edge.
But what if the glass is broken when cutting the raw materials?
In the case of working with toll-free raw materials, the possible level of glass impact is agreed upon with the client in advance, which depends on the complexity of the cut and the supplied raw materials. In the case of exceeding the declared fight, the service provider compensates for the fight in the amount of no more than proportional to the cost of the cutting service.
I assumed that so many products would be cut out of my sheet of glass, but it turned out to be less. Why?
When cutting several products from a single sheet of glass, they are arranged in an optimized manner using the glass cutting machine software. Not all geometries, especially those with curved shapes, can be placed on a sheet of glass in such a way that no glass clippings remain.
Is it possible to pick up the glass clippings?
Rectangular pieces of glass can be picked up along with the rest of the order. In this case, it is necessary to indicate this fact in advance when placing an order. Glass cutting, including trimmings that do not preserve or retain their squareness when breaking glass during cutting, are disposed of and are not subject to delivery to the customer.

Have a project?

Send a drawing, model, photo, or technical brief. We will assess feasibility and propose a process route.

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