Glass out. Glass in. No scaffolding. No struggle.
Replacing damaged glazing panels in high-rise buildings has traditionally been a time-consuming and risky process. Limited access, pocket glazing details, and the need to work from inside only add to the complexity. Glazing robots such as Winlet are changing how these tasks are approached, making “glass out, glass in” work far more manageable as well as quicker and safer.
Glass replacement without scaffolding
Winlet assists in both removing and replacing damaged panels internally, without scaffolding or external lifting equipment. This type of operation is where Winlet’s compact size and controlled movement come into their own. The machine can be brought up inside the building, often via a service lift, and positioned close to the façade even where space is tight.
Using vacuum pads to secure the glass, the robot supports the full weight of the glass panel during removal and then the new panel during reinstallation. One trained operator can manage the lift, while the rest of the team concentrate on fixings and sealing, instead of physically holding the load.
A key advantage of Winlet glazing robots is their fully hydraulic, linear movement of the load. Side shift and vertical adjustment are controlled so that the glass remains in the same plane, which is especially important for pocket glazing and tight tolerances. Gyroscopic control keeps the panel at a constant angle as the boom moves, allowing millimetre-accurate positioning without repeated manual corrections.
This approach reduces manual handling, lowers the risk of breakage, and helps teams complete replacement work more quickly. For building owners and contractors, it offers a practical way to maintain façades and respond to damage while keeping disruption and risk to personnel as low as possible.