BOBST Launches New MASTERFOLD Line
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Swiss company BOBST has updated its corrugated board folding gluing range to incorporate state of the art technol- ogies to meet the highest safety and security standards on the market. The transformation increases the machine’s automation capacity, uses new digitalization and connec- tivity capabilities to streamline the set-up process, and de- livers maximum operator-friendliness. As Sacha Bourgeois, RD&E Director of BOBST fold- er-gluer line, explained: “We have completely modernized the MASTERFOLD 170 | 230 | 300 to create a new machine which sets a benchmark for corrugated board folder-glu- ers.” Equipped with HMI SPHERE, the new MASTERFOLD can now be linked to the BOBST Connect data platform, helping converters to make informed decisions based on data directly retrieved from their machines. The platform enables remote job data setup from the back office and a simple download of job parameters on the machine, while Matic setups, such as the automated positioning of the main transport equipment, the calibrating shaft, and the speed variator of the folding section, contribute to faster changeover times. On the feeder, pneumatically locked feeder ramps streamline changeovers, while the fully Matic blank align- er, which was recently introduced on the EXPERTFOLD 106-215 and now available on the MASTERFOLD, simplify and accelerate feeder setup. “The machine setup time in general has been reduced by up to 20 minutes. Automat- ed positioning of the transfer and delivery section alone adds up to 15 minutes of productive uptime for repeat jobs,” added Sacha Bourgeois. Pierre Binggeli, Head of the Folder-gluer line, Periph- erals and Robotics at BOBST, said: “A new generation of operators expect modern equipment, while converters are confronted with inexperienced staff and customer require- ments such as short deadlines and job runs. Digitalization and automation are therefore an important part in our commitment to address these needs.” Key changes aim to reduce reaction times and walk- ing distances when operating MASTERFOLD, enhance production visibility, and simplify setup procedures. The new HMI interface is clearly structured and takes the oper- ator step-by-step through the different machine modules. Command panels on each of these modules allow direct and immediate intervention. In addition, industry-leading service and support help BOBST customers to get the training, support and equip- ment necessary to get optimal performance and maximum return on investment from a machine that will last for gen- erations. For the very first time, BOBST is providing customers with the support of dedicated data analysts to support its customers.
SAUER SYSTEM www.sauersystem.com
Sauer provides intelligent solutions for scoring, slitting, slit-scoring, and perforating on corrugators and floor slitters; and glue tab cutting, creasing, slotting, trimming and scrap chopping on presses. New, featured offerings include FRX Adjustable Folding Rail System and G3 Scoring System: the latest proven creasing technology on the market.
STAFFORD GROUP www.go2stafford.com
Interactive website for Stafford Corrugated Products and Stafford Cutting Dies. Featuring online ordering of replace- ment parts. Also, visitors can automatically calculate sheet size for most die-cut standards.
SUN AUTOMATION GROUP ® www.sunautomation.com
SUN Automation Group is the global leader in providing innovative solutions to the corrugated industry. SUN engi- neers and builds the SUN625 Rotary Die Cutter, provides sales, service and support in North and Central America for Latitude Machinery Corporation, manufacturer of Mini to Jumbo FFG and RDCs. Additionally, SUN is the North Amer- ican, UK and Ireland sales and service provider for Para Machinery’s line of equipment, and is the North American sales provider for Highcon. SUN also powers the corrugat- ed industry’s premier IIoT platform, Helios, and is the OEM source for Langston/Staley equipment parts and service. THACKER INDUSTRIAL SERVICE COMPANY www.thackerindustrial.com Specializing in corrugated machinery, T.I.S.CO. offers quali- ty-made products, support services, and more. T.I.S.CO. has a reputation of dependability, not only in the product, but in service and support. With more than 25 years’ experience, T.I.S.CO. installs equipment and machinery, moves or sets up entire plants, rewires and rebuilds - all over the world. VT GROUP www.vtgrouponline.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. WPR SERVICES www.wprservices.net
WPR Services was established in 2016. What originally start- ed as a technical services company expanded its product offerings to include a machine center learning platform POWtalk™. Our analysis of video, audio, machine metrics, employee ergometrics, and person to person conversation provides a way to identify safety and process inefficiencies.
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