Sparklike is proud to celebrate a major milestone: the delivery of our 2000th Sparklike Handheld device to Insul-Lite Manufacturing, a Canadian company known for producing high-quality sealed glass units.
A Legacy of Excellence at Insul-Lite Manufacturing
Founded in 1988 by Ed King, Insul-Lite Manufacturing has grown into a prominent supplier of sealed insulating glass units (IGUs), serving window manufacturers, glass shops, and glaziers. Under the leadership of partners Glenn & Anne Chong, Troy Layton and Michael Andrade of Brass Equities, Insul-Lite continues to specialize in residential window solutions, maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality.
“We are known for producing high-quality sealed glass units that meet and exceed industry standards,” shared the team at Insul-Lite. “For us, quality is not just a target – it’s what defines our reputation.”
The Challenge: Ensuring Consistent Gas Fill Quality
Before acquiring Sparklike technology, Insul-Lite relied on an automated production line that utilized the chamber fill method to achieve argon fill rates between 93% and 97%. However, they faced a critical gap in their quality control process: there was no method to verify the argon gas concentration once the units were completed.
As an IGMAC-certified manufacturer, Insul-Lite must demonstrate consistent argon gas levels of 90% or higher to meet industry standards. Without a reliable measurement solution, verifying compliance remained a significant challenge.
Why Sparklike Was the Perfect Fit
The search for a dependable gas measurement solution led Insul-Lite to Sparklike. Having spent over 16 years in the industry, their team was already familiar with Sparklike’s strong reputation.
“We’ve only heard positive things about the Sparklike Handheld device,” shared the team. “The fact that it’s portable and allows us to test gas fill levels directly across our production lines made this purchase a no-brainer.”
Integrating Sparklike Into Production
With the Sparklike Handheld now on-site, Insul-Lite has seamlessly integrated gas fill verification into their daily production workflow.
“Each day, we test units from both our automated production line and our manual line to ensure they meet IGMAC standards,” said Insul-Lite. “This process allows us to maintain the high-quality products we’re known for and gives our customers complete peace of mind.”
Enhancing Quality, Performance, and Customer Trust
The ability to measure gas concentration accurately has enabled Insul-Lite to deliver on their promise of high-performing IGUs.
“The integrity of an IGU lies in both appearance and performance. The Sparklike Handheld ensures we excel in the latter,” explained Insul-Lite.
By consistently validating gas fill rates, Insul-Lite not only enhances product quality but also strengthens trust with their customers, who can be confident that their orders exceed industry benchmarks.
The Future: Consistency and Quality
Looking ahead, Insul-Lite plans to use the Sparklike Handheld to address key challenges and maintain consistency in their production processes.
“Our goal is simple: to produce IGUs that meet the highest standards every single time. With the Sparklike device, we can continue to deliver exceptional quality while ensuring compliance with industry requirements.”
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
The delivery of Sparklike’s 2000th Handheld unit to Insul-Lite Manufacturing marks a significant achievement. As Sparklike continues to support the insulating glass industry with innovative solutions, this milestone highlights the growing global demand for reliable gas measurement technology.
Congratulations to Insul-Lite Manufacturing for joining us in this achievement and for their ongoing commitment to producing IGUs of unmatched quality.
