Cedar Graphics Invests In K&B Rapida 106
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Ever since it was established in 1986, Cedar Graphics has had a firm focus on delivering high-end quality printing at its expansive Hiawatha, Iowa, facility. But in today’s world of printing in which designers and ad agencies are con- stantly pushing the envelope with creative artwork, intri- cate four-color builds, and massive ink coverage, Cedar’s owners rely on their knowledgeable employees and array of advanced technology, including their Koenig & Bauer Rapida 106 LED perfector press, which anchors its press- room. “Our Rapida 106 four-over-four press has flat out knocked the socks off of our customers,” says Scott Bur- nett, Production Manager at Cedar Graphics. “Whether it be during tours from our annual Think to Ink open house, or during requested customer press checks, our custom- ers all walk away impressed at how quickly the Rapida 106 press matches the desired color reference and how effort- lessly the press reaches top speeds of up to 18,000 sph. Not only has this allowed us to continue to exceed our customers’ expectations, but word of mouth has spread and we have been contacted by new customers that we weren’t currently servicing.” When the press was installed in 2017, it distinguished itself with ground-breaking automated features that have proven to provide Cedar with massive gains in productiv- ity and additional capacity. “Our makeready times have decreased by 50 percent and we’ve seen a reduction in makeready stock by 35 percent to 40 percent,” says Bur- nett. “We’ve also been able to eliminate two shifts (four operators) and repurpose those employees in our digital pressroom, thus allowing us much needed capacity in that area.” With a goal to offer complete customer satisfaction, the new Rapida 106 LED has allowed Cedar to enhance and improve on the markets and high-end customers that it serves. Its makeready technology advancements, like DriveTronic SPC, and QualiTonic in-line color control, lets Cedar gain even more efficiencies, quicker turn times, and higher quality to its customers. “We’re now driving in new customers from the pharmaceutical market to print on 40# stock to short run packaging in which we are printing on 24 pt. board,” says Burnett. “We accomplish this produc- tion by perfecting four-over-four at high end speeds up to a maximum of 18,000 sph.” When asked which of the many features on press have helped Cedar the most, Burnett is quick to point out the Koenig & Bauer QualiTronic system and System Brunner. The QualiTronic system, he says, has amazing quick to col- or capabilities as well as the consistency of color from first sheet to last sheet. It is second to none, he adds. In Burnett’s estimation, System Brunner Instrument Flight software is industry-changing technology. Never before has a printer been able to measure and control
SAUER SYSTEM www.sauersystem.com
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SUN Automation Group® is a global industry leader provid- ing corrugated box plants with innovative equipment for feeding, printing and converting. The wide range of prod- ucts are proven solutions for increasing production, effi- ciency, and profitability. With 24/7 on-site technical support, SUN Automation is known for its great service and care. THACKER INDUSTRIAL SERVICE COMPANY www.thackerindustrial.com Specializing in corrugated machinery, TISCO offers quali- ty-made products, support services, and more. TISCO has established a reputation of dependability, not only in the product, but in continued service support. With more than 25 years of experience, TISCO installs equipment and ma- chinery, moves or sets up entire plants, rewires and rebuilds - all over the world. TISCO maintains a full fleet of trucks and equipment to perform to your requirements, anywhere, anytime. VT GROUP www.vtgrouponl ine.com VT offers prepress services for the POP display and corru- gated shipping container industry including graphic design, optimized digitally imaged printing plates and innovative pre-mounting solutions. Our large-format digital printing fa- cility (Digital Impact) is a leading short-run manufacturer of distinctive POP displays and signage where litho-like graph- ics are preferred.
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