Sparklike Laser Integrated™ 2.0

Non-destructive insulating gas measurement station integrated to the IG-line

About Sparklike Laser Integrated™ 2.0

In high-volume IG fabrication, spot-checking the gas fill is a gamble. One missed IG unit with substandard argon or krypton levels can mean warranty claims, rework, and a damaged reputation — all preventable. The Sparklike Laser Integrated™ reduces that risk categorically by providing 100% IGU gas-fill verification for every unit, every time. The Laser Integrated™ system seamlessly integrates into your IG production line and now includes a coating scanner for detecting coating positions in IG unit configuration, and trend monitoring for real-time visualization of gas measurements. For production, operation, and quality teams focused on reducing defects, tightening quality standards, and protecting margins, inline gas measurement isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a competitive differentiator.

For double and triple-glazed insulating glass units with coatings and lamination

Sparklike Laser Integrated™ measures insulating gas concentration in both triple- and double-glazed IG units, including those with multiple coatings and laminations. The system uses laser technology (TDLAS) to measure oxygen in IGU cavities to determine concentrations of argon, krypton, and other insulating gases. The system communicates measurements to the IG line software and allows mapping of measurements to ERP systems.


Sparklike Laser Integrated™ helps window, door, and IG manufacturers produce better, more consistently, and more efficiently.

Features


  • Automatic gas measurement system for IG lines
  • Measures gas concentration in double and triple-glazed IGUs
  • Non-invasive laser-based TDLAS measurement technology
  • Compatible with most coatings and laminated glass types
  • Glass, cavity, and total thickness measurement with ± 50 μm (*)
  • Coating scanner for coating position detection
  • Trend monitoring with real-time gas fill visualization
  • Continuous quality control directly in the IG-line
  • Reliable verification of IG gas fill during production
  • Early detection of gas filling deviations
  • Rapid cycle-time with no workflow interruptions
  • Consistent gas filling across different IGU sizes
  • Improved process transparency and control
  • Scalable to any IG-line height
  • Supports stable, high-volume IGU production

Download the Sparklike Laser Integrated™ leaflet and ROI calculator for more information.

Sparklike Product Comparison

FeatureHandheld
NOVA Argon		Handheld NOVA
Argon/Krypton		Laser Portable 2.3Laser Integrated 2.0
Argon✔✔✔✔
Krypton ✔✔✔
Other Noble Gases  ✔✔
Measures through Most Low-E  ✔✔
Measures through Most Laminates✔✔
Coating Scanner✔✔
Portable✔✔✔ 
Integrated into IG Line  ✔
Automated Measurement  ✔
Trend Monitoring✔
Measurements Download to PC✔✔✔✔
PDF Report per IGU (Insulated Glass Unit)   ✔
Barcode Reader ✔✔✔✔
Wi-Fi Ready  ✔✔
Double Insulated Glass Unit✔✔✔✔
Triple Insulated Glass Unit  ✔✔
Custom Payment Plan✔✔✔✔
Calibrated at GED✔   
Rentable from GED✔   
Usable in The Field  ✔ 
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General Sparklike FAQs

  • Sparklike devices are built to last for many years of services. In fact, GED calibrates and maintains devices today that are sometimes up to 8 to 10 years old. As with any other products, careful handling and annual maintenance/calibration of the device prolongs the device(s) usability. There isn’t a specific number of years to expect as the life of a Sparklike device because that is mostly affected by how the device is used on daily basis, but a general recommendation is 8 to 10 years.

  • Sparklike devices are quantitative tools that measure noble gases concentrations in insulating glass. The correlation of the measurement to a pass/fail criterion is entirely left to the user to conclude and cannot be made on the user’s behalf.

    Sparklike devices can be used to determine a noble gas (Argon/Krypton, etc.) concentration as a percentage. Successive measurements taken from the same subject IG can quantify gas loss percentage. If rapid loss of gas is detected, it would mean the hermitic seal of the insulating glass unit has been breached either temporarily or permanently. Insulating glass units have an expected gas loss through permeability that is around 0-1-2% per year. Insulating glass units go through what is known as burst losses, that is when the environmental conditions surrounding the IG forces the gas to vent through the seal, and the seal would then reclose preventing further gas from escaping.

  • There is no MSDS sheet readily available for the Sparklike products. The only hazardous material contained in the devices is Li-Ion batteries (LP2.0 has 96Wh capacity and Handhelds have 29Wh capacity). 

  • The same as with any IG unit: we must get in with the laser and out with the reflection. This is a bit tricky as it depends on the bending radius. Based on my experience R6000mm and bigger radii (i.e., flatter) should be possible. Anything exact must be tested.

  • An extra Argon tank is only necessary for non-manufacturers or those wishing to take measurements away from the manufacturing area. 21″ tall and 7″ diameter UN1006 ARGON, COMPRESSED 2.2 ARGON UHP GR 5.0 SIZE 35 DGA 580. Most manufacturing customers will not need an extra argon tank. They can use the supply of argon that they use to fill their IG units.

  • We recommend charging the Handheld once it drops below 14 V.  The low battery message will show up once it goes below 13 V.

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