A historic player in the Portuguese glass industry, A Biseladora do Norte has taken a new step in its growth journey by introducing the Italcarrelli PTN330 electric self-propelled inloader, a solution specifically designed for the safe and efficient handling of jumbo glass sheets.

Over 98 Years of Experience in the Glass Industry

Founded in 1928, A Biseladora do Norte is now one of the leading companies in the flat glass distribution and trading sector in Portugal.
Over the past decades, thanks to the entrepreneurial vision of José Flórido and Fernando Carvalho, the third generation leading the company, the business has experienced steady growth, strengthening its position in the national market for float glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, and insulating glass units. To support its logistics operations, the company operates a fleet of 11 owned trucks, including: 4 Jumbo trucks, 5 trucks with a capacity of 26 tons, 2 trucks of 3.5 tons.
This logistics structure allows A Biseladora do Norte to provide an efficient and widespread distribution service, capable of meeting the needs of customers ranging from small glass processors to large industrial companies.
Business growth has also led to a significant infrastructure investment: the expansion of the company’s production and logistics facility in Grijó (Vila Nova de Gaia). The site now covers approximately 10,000 m², consisting of multiple warehouses equipped with overhead cranes for glass sheet handling.

Business Growth and New Internal Logistics Needs

The increase in the volume of glass handled, particularly jumbo glass sheets and large-format stillages, made it essential to rethink the internal logistics flows.
The company’s main needs were:

• Optimizing stillage handling within the warehouse
• Efficiently serving cutting tables and production areas
• Freeing up production space previously used for temporary storage

To meet these requirements, A Biseladora do Norte decided to invest in the Italcarrelli PTN330 electric Inloader, a machine specifically engineered for the glass industry and jumbo glass handling operations.

PTN330 Inloader: Efficiency, Compact Design and Maximum Warehouse Capacity

The introduction of the PTN330 self-propelled inloader now enables the company to:

• Improve incoming and outgoing stillage logistics
• Reduce transfer times between warehouse and cutting tables
• Optimize warehouse storage capacity
• Increase safety during glass handling operations

Thanks to its compact design and Vulkollan double wheels, the Inloader maintains extremely compact dimensions while ensuring maximum stability during jumbo glass handling. This configuration allows operators to reduce the distance between stillages to just a few centimeters, maximizing warehouse storage density.
Maneuverability is also optimized thanks to the 90° steering system, which enables precise lateral movements, and the dual driving position, allowing operators to drive the machine in both directions without the need for reversing.
This is a major advantage in glass processing environments where every square meter of space is critical.
The result is a smoother and more efficient flow between storage and production: glass can be picked from the warehouse and delivered to the cutting table within seconds, improving operational responsiveness while reducing unnecessary handling steps.

A Strategic Investment for the Future of Glass Logistics

The adoption of the Italcarrelli PTN330 electric Inloader represents not only a technological upgrade but also a strategic investment in internal glass logistics.
In a sector where glass handling safety, operational efficiency, and fast service are key competitive factors, specialized equipment such as the Italcarrelli Inloader for jumbo glass handling enables companies to significantly improve productivity, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
With this new technological integration, A Biseladora do Norte confirms its commitment to continuous innovation, further strengthening its position in the Portuguese glass processing and distribution market.