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MANCHESTER, UK, Oct. 8, 2019 (Press Release) -Packaging manufacturer, Coveris, has taken delivery of a new NOVACUT 106 E and secured BOBST a further two machine orders on the back of the die-cutter's success at its Wisbech site.

Alongside NOVACUT 106 E, Coveris has signed a deal to install EXPERTCUT 106 LER and VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 at 73,500sq ft site. The leading packaging manufacturer is a ‘BOBST house' and these latest investments enable the company to boost its skillset and maintain the ongoing development programme.

As an established leader in the development and manufacture of multi-format packaging solutions, Coveris partners with major retailers, manufacturers and brand owners to deliver high performance label, film and board packaging formats.

Trevor Storr, Site Manager at Coveris Wisbech, said, “We have an excellent strategic relationship with BOBST investing in a number of BOBST machines already. Having evaluated the options available to us, we opted for the performance we know and can count on. We consider BOBST a trusted name. These investments will drive our efficiency along the processing line, meaning we can continue to deliver innovative packaging solutions in volume to our customers and maintain the consistent quality that our customers have come to expect from us.

“With changeover time decreased by fifty percent using the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter, our net output has increased significantly, whilst maintaining the overall quality of our products. The two new machines will support the installation of NOVACUT 106 E, strengthening our position as a full BOBST house.”

The investment in NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter is part of a long-term strategy to support business’ expansion, whilst ensuring quality and turnaround requirements of customers are exceeded. The machine offers the ability to die-cut all types of products and materials in one productive, ergonomic, cost-effective package. Capable of producing between 7-9 million sheets per year depending on substrate and average run length, based on eight hour daily shifts, it delivers high precision cutting whilst minimising the need for manual intervention; changeover time has been cut by approximately fifty percent when compared to the company’s previous BOBST machines, an SP102 E and SP102 CER, resulting in a dramatic increase in output based on the varied work mix at the site.

Once installed later this year, EXPERTCUT 106 LER and VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 will complement the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter in terms of productivity, efficiency and quality. Capable of processing up to 9,000 sheets per hour, EXPERTCUT 106 LER is designed to maximise productivity and optimise machine uptime, whilst reducing waste and costs. VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 offers enhanced smooth and accurate folding, regardless of size, substrate and run speed.

Craig McGowan, Sales Area Manager at Bobst UK & Ireland, said: “BOBST combines superb build quality with innovative engineering to ensure its machines are meeting the needs of packaging manufacturers today and in to the future.

“We work closely with our customers to deliver machines which meet their specific requirements and are most suited to their needs to deliver the performance improvements they require. We are delighted that Coveris has invested in us once again and pleased that the Coveris team and customers are reaping the benefits of NOVACUT 106 E.”

Bobst installs new NOVACUT 106 E and to supply EXPERTCUT 106 LER and VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 at Coveris' site in Wisbech, UK

Posted in: Packaging Technology 10/14/2019 - 12:41

MANCHESTER, UK, Oct. 8, 2019 (Press Release) -Packaging manufacturer, Coveris, has taken delivery of a new NOVACUT 106 E and secured BOBST a further two machine orders on the back of the die-cutter's success at its Wisbech site.

Alongside NOVACUT 106 E, Coveris has signed a deal to install EXPERTCUT 106 LER and VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 at 73,500sq ft site. The leading packaging manufacturer is a ‘BOBST house' and these latest investments enable the company to boost its skillset and maintain the ongoing development programme.

As an established leader in the development and manufacture of multi-format packaging solutions, Coveris partners with major retailers, manufacturers and brand owners to deliver high performance label, film and board packaging formats.

Trevor Storr, Site Manager at Coveris Wisbech, said, “We have an excellent strategic relationship with BOBST investing in a number of BOBST machines already. Having evaluated the options available to us, we opted for the performance we know and can count on. We consider BOBST a trusted name. These investments will drive our efficiency along the processing line, meaning we can continue to deliver innovative packaging solutions in volume to our customers and maintain the consistent quality that our customers have come to expect from us.

“With changeover time decreased by fifty percent using the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter, our net output has increased significantly, whilst maintaining the overall quality of our products. The two new machines will support the installation of NOVACUT 106 E, strengthening our position as a full BOBST house.”

The investment in NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter is part of a long-term strategy to support business’ expansion, whilst ensuring quality and turnaround requirements of customers are exceeded. The machine offers the ability to die-cut all types of products and materials in one productive, ergonomic, cost-effective package. Capable of producing between 7-9 million sheets per year depending on substrate and average run length, based on eight hour daily shifts, it delivers high precision cutting whilst minimising the need for manual intervention; changeover time has been cut by approximately fifty percent when compared to the company’s previous BOBST machines, an SP102 E and SP102 CER, resulting in a dramatic increase in output based on the varied work mix at the site.

Once installed later this year, EXPERTCUT 106 LER and VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 will complement the NOVACUT 106 E die-cutter in terms of productivity, efficiency and quality. Capable of processing up to 9,000 sheets per hour, EXPERTCUT 106 LER is designed to maximise productivity and optimise machine uptime, whilst reducing waste and costs. VISIONFOLD 110 A 2 offers enhanced smooth and accurate folding, regardless of size, substrate and run speed.

Craig McGowan, Sales Area Manager at Bobst UK & Ireland, said: “BOBST combines superb build quality with innovative engineering to ensure its machines are meeting the needs of packaging manufacturers today and in to the future.

“We work closely with our customers to deliver machines which meet their specific requirements and are most suited to their needs to deliver the performance improvements they require. We are delighted that Coveris has invested in us once again and pleased that the Coveris team and customers are reaping the benefits of NOVACUT 106 E.”

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MARLBOROUGH, MA, Oct. 14, 2019 (PRNewswire) -Unicorr Packaging Group has added a Bobst FFG 8.20 Expertline—a 4-color high-speed flexo folder gluer with die-cutting capability—to its line of highly efficient, state-of-the-art production equipment. Recently installed at Massachusetts Container in Marlborough, the Bobst 8.20 produces high quality corrugated boxes for almost any industry including food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, appliances and home goods, industrial products, and shipping and distribution.

From the automatic prefeeder on the front to the automatic palletizer at the end of the machine, the fully automated system allows for ultra-quick setup time and produces up to 24,000 boxes per hour while delivering reliable and consistent quality. It also prints up to four colors and has a die cut section.

"As Unicorr's customer base continues to grow, we are always looking for the latest technology and equipment that is best suited to support their growth and serve their varied needs," Matt Perkins, General Manager of Massachusetts Container, said. "The Bobst 8.20 provides additional capacity, speed, quality and dependability, which results in the fast turnaround that today's customers demand."

The fast run speeds and setup times make the Bobst 8.20 ideal for both long and short runs. The operators are able to set up the next job while the machine is running and the machine will automatically set up the next job as soon as the last box exits a section of the machine. In addition, the Bobst 8.20 has a camera inspection system that automatically rejects unglued boxes to prevent inferior boxes from reaching Unicorr's end customer. Finally, the machine adds significant capacity and equipment redundancy to Massachusetts Container and the entire Unicorr manufacturing system.

Unicorr is among the largest converters of custom corrugated products and protective packaging in the Northeast. As a third-generation family-owned and operated business since 1946, Unicorr manufactures and distributes a wide range of corrugated containers, displays and retail packaging, and protective packaging at six manufacturing facilities and multiple satellite warehouses. The company practices lean thinking to promote efficiency, sustainability, and the elimination of waste along with a customer-partnership philosophy.

Unicorr Packaging installs FFG 8.20 Expertline flexo folder gluer from Bobst at Massachusetts Container in Marlborough, MA

Posted in: Packaging Technology 10/14/2019 - 12:27

MARLBOROUGH, MA, Oct. 14, 2019 (PRNewswire) -Unicorr Packaging Group has added a Bobst FFG 8.20 Expertline—a 4-color high-speed flexo folder gluer with die-cutting capability—to its line of highly efficient, state-of-the-art production equipment. Recently installed at Massachusetts Container in Marlborough, the Bobst 8.20 produces high quality corrugated boxes for almost any industry including food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, appliances and home goods, industrial products, and shipping and distribution.

From the automatic prefeeder on the front to the automatic palletizer at the end of the machine, the fully automated system allows for ultra-quick setup time and produces up to 24,000 boxes per hour while delivering reliable and consistent quality. It also prints up to four colors and has a die cut section.

"As Unicorr's customer base continues to grow, we are always looking for the latest technology and equipment that is best suited to support their growth and serve their varied needs," Matt Perkins, General Manager of Massachusetts Container, said. "The Bobst 8.20 provides additional capacity, speed, quality and dependability, which results in the fast turnaround that today's customers demand."

The fast run speeds and setup times make the Bobst 8.20 ideal for both long and short runs. The operators are able to set up the next job while the machine is running and the machine will automatically set up the next job as soon as the last box exits a section of the machine. In addition, the Bobst 8.20 has a camera inspection system that automatically rejects unglued boxes to prevent inferior boxes from reaching Unicorr's end customer. Finally, the machine adds significant capacity and equipment redundancy to Massachusetts Container and the entire Unicorr manufacturing system.

Unicorr is among the largest converters of custom corrugated products and protective packaging in the Northeast. As a third-generation family-owned and operated business since 1946, Unicorr manufactures and distributes a wide range of corrugated containers, displays and retail packaging, and protective packaging at six manufacturing facilities and multiple satellite warehouses. The company practices lean thinking to promote efficiency, sustainability, and the elimination of waste along with a customer-partnership philosophy.

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  • ZARAGOZA, Spain, Sept. 2, 2019 (Press Release) -
  • Saica Pack has purchased state-of-the-art converting machinery to offer advanced print and packaging solutions
  • The top-of-the-range model provides unrivalled printing, die-cutting and folding of corrugated cardboard packaging
  • Features include up to six-colour high quality post printing and a rotary die-cutting facility for retail ready packaging

Saica Pack has delivered a multi-million pound investment in the South West – giving customers access to the latest innovations in packaging manufacturing.

The corrugated cardboard packaging expert has installed a state-of-the-art flexo folder gluer from BOBST at its Thatcham site.

The three-in-one machine is designed to produce all types of boxes from standard RSC up to full die-cut and high graphics to give customers a wide-range of options for packaging design and manufacture.

Kevin Thomas, Regional Director, Saica Pack South West, said: “As a business we continually innovate so our customers can too.

“This investment will enable our customers to access state-of-the art packaging solutions including advanced printing capabilities and colourway options whilst giving them the benefit of greater flexibility and streamlined manufacturing processes. This, coupled with Saica Pack’s award-winning in-house design teams provides customers with the complete end to end packaging solution.”

Able to work with corrugated board and a wide range of flute types, the flexo folder is high graphics ready, printing boxes of up six colours including varnish. Other benefits include the multifold – an advanced functionality that allows the production of two or three ups in one pass.

Kevin added: “Saica Pack is committed to the development of sustainable packaging solutions. This new equipment will enable us to continue pushing the boundaries of design and manufacture and we look forward to sharing these benefits with customers existing and new.”

About Saica Group

Saica is one of the largest European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard, with a production of 3.3 million tons of paper. With more than 10,000 employees across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, UK, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg and The Netherlands, Saica Group has four business areas: recycled paper production for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), production of corrugated packaging (Saica Pack) and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The turnover of the multinational is nearly 4,161 million Euros (aggregate sales, 31.12.18).

Saica Pack installs new state-of-the-art flexo folder gluer from BOBST at its facility in Thatcham, UK

Posted in: Mills 09/10/2019 - 05:26
  • ZARAGOZA, Spain, Sept. 2, 2019 (Press Release) -
  • Saica Pack has purchased state-of-the-art converting machinery to offer advanced print and packaging solutions
  • The top-of-the-range model provides unrivalled printing, die-cutting and folding of corrugated cardboard packaging
  • Features include up to six-colour high quality post printing and a rotary die-cutting facility for retail ready packaging

Saica Pack has delivered a multi-million pound investment in the South West – giving customers access to the latest innovations in packaging manufacturing.

The corrugated cardboard packaging expert has installed a state-of-the-art flexo folder gluer from BOBST at its Thatcham site.

The three-in-one machine is designed to produce all types of boxes from standard RSC up to full die-cut and high graphics to give customers a wide-range of options for packaging design and manufacture.

Kevin Thomas, Regional Director, Saica Pack South West, said: “As a business we continually innovate so our customers can too.

“This investment will enable our customers to access state-of-the art packaging solutions including advanced printing capabilities and colourway options whilst giving them the benefit of greater flexibility and streamlined manufacturing processes. This, coupled with Saica Pack’s award-winning in-house design teams provides customers with the complete end to end packaging solution.”

Able to work with corrugated board and a wide range of flute types, the flexo folder is high graphics ready, printing boxes of up six colours including varnish. Other benefits include the multifold – an advanced functionality that allows the production of two or three ups in one pass.

Kevin added: “Saica Pack is committed to the development of sustainable packaging solutions. This new equipment will enable us to continue pushing the boundaries of design and manufacture and we look forward to sharing these benefits with customers existing and new.”

About Saica Group

Saica is one of the largest European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard, with a production of 3.3 million tons of paper. With more than 10,000 employees across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, UK, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg and The Netherlands, Saica Group has four business areas: recycled paper production for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), production of corrugated packaging (Saica Pack) and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The turnover of the multinational is nearly 4,161 million Euros (aggregate sales, 31.12.18).

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MEX, Switzerland , Sept. 3, 2019 (Press Release) -BOBST will unveil new performance-enhancing developments for its MASTERPLOT and RUBBERPLOT machines at ESU Technology Forum, held September 13-14, 2019, in Luxembourg.

Debuting at the exhibition will be the Tool Initialization Module (TIM), compatible with both MASTERPLOT, a multifunctional plotting and milling solution for corrugated board and folding carton converters, and RUBBERPLOT, a dedicated ejection rubber cutter.

Tool Initialization Module (TIM) is a non-contact measuring platform that ensures reliable and accurate oscillating cutting, tangential cutting and creasing depth. It delivers perfect scoring in samplemaking and improves control of creasing and varnish blanket depth. When used for die-ejection rubber cutting, it offers perfect kiss-cutting enabling fast turnaround and precision.

The module negates the need for manual adjustment work to determine cutting depth and is designed to work optimally with Table Mapping Probe (TMP) technology, which scans, saves and corrects any unevenness of the table surface.

The BOBST team will also be demonstrating the novel, new Dieboard Measuring Laser Probe (MLP) at ESU Technology Forum. MLP is a modular platform that unlocks heightened efficiencies by enabling machines to measure dies with cutting and crease rules on exact positions of creases.

It generates measuring reports which can be retrieved or printed, enabling correction of the Steel Counter Plate before production, to facilitate quality and accuracy every time. Existing Masterplots can be retrofitted with MLP and TIM upgrades.

Luc Lauwers, Head of Sales for Tooling Division at BOBST commented: “We are delighted to be exhibiting these exciting, forward-thinking innovations at ESU Technology Forum. We have built upon our long experience and deep process knowledge of die-cutting to offer tooling solutions that bring value to the supply chain.”

“We pair our cost-efficient and high-quality modular tooling solutions with consultancy and support services that allow folding carton and corrugated board packaging converters to optimize productivity and simplify their operations. We are delighted to debut our next-generation technologies and their operational benefits to the die-cutting industry.”

BOBST MASTERPLOT has an adaptive high-speed Z-axis control for counters, combined with a strong, quiet and maintenance-free closed loop ball screw system for all axes (X, Y, C and Z). For optimal productivity, its integrated vacuum tabletop and pump securely holds material to prevent shifting. RUBBERPLOT cuts at high speed with a powerful air-pressured oscillating tool. The machine is ergonomically designed for uninhibited access from all sides and is available in two sizes. It ensures precise, effective and efficient cutting.

ESU Technology Forum takes place at LuxExpo The Box, Luxembourg, and showcases the latest technology and innovation in the field of die-cutting, including hardware, software, tooling solutions and substrates.

Bobst to unveil new performance-enhancing developments for its MASTERPLOT and RUBBERPLOT machines at ESU Technology Forum 2019 in Luxermburg from Sep 13-14

Posted in: Packaging Technology 09/03/2019 - 04:51

MEX, Switzerland , Sept. 3, 2019 (Press Release) -BOBST will unveil new performance-enhancing developments for its MASTERPLOT and RUBBERPLOT machines at ESU Technology Forum, held September 13-14, 2019, in Luxembourg.

Debuting at the exhibition will be the Tool Initialization Module (TIM), compatible with both MASTERPLOT, a multifunctional plotting and milling solution for corrugated board and folding carton converters, and RUBBERPLOT, a dedicated ejection rubber cutter.

Tool Initialization Module (TIM) is a non-contact measuring platform that ensures reliable and accurate oscillating cutting, tangential cutting and creasing depth. It delivers perfect scoring in samplemaking and improves control of creasing and varnish blanket depth. When used for die-ejection rubber cutting, it offers perfect kiss-cutting enabling fast turnaround and precision.

The module negates the need for manual adjustment work to determine cutting depth and is designed to work optimally with Table Mapping Probe (TMP) technology, which scans, saves and corrects any unevenness of the table surface.

The BOBST team will also be demonstrating the novel, new Dieboard Measuring Laser Probe (MLP) at ESU Technology Forum. MLP is a modular platform that unlocks heightened efficiencies by enabling machines to measure dies with cutting and crease rules on exact positions of creases.

It generates measuring reports which can be retrieved or printed, enabling correction of the Steel Counter Plate before production, to facilitate quality and accuracy every time. Existing Masterplots can be retrofitted with MLP and TIM upgrades.

Luc Lauwers, Head of Sales for Tooling Division at BOBST commented: “We are delighted to be exhibiting these exciting, forward-thinking innovations at ESU Technology Forum. We have built upon our long experience and deep process knowledge of die-cutting to offer tooling solutions that bring value to the supply chain.”

“We pair our cost-efficient and high-quality modular tooling solutions with consultancy and support services that allow folding carton and corrugated board packaging converters to optimize productivity and simplify their operations. We are delighted to debut our next-generation technologies and their operational benefits to the die-cutting industry.”

BOBST MASTERPLOT has an adaptive high-speed Z-axis control for counters, combined with a strong, quiet and maintenance-free closed loop ball screw system for all axes (X, Y, C and Z). For optimal productivity, its integrated vacuum tabletop and pump securely holds material to prevent shifting. RUBBERPLOT cuts at high speed with a powerful air-pressured oscillating tool. The machine is ergonomically designed for uninhibited access from all sides and is available in two sizes. It ensures precise, effective and efficient cutting.

ESU Technology Forum takes place at LuxExpo The Box, Luxembourg, and showcases the latest technology and innovation in the field of die-cutting, including hardware, software, tooling solutions and substrates.

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MANCHESTER, UK, Aug. 29, 2019 (Press Release) -Corrugated cardboard specialist, Manor Packaging, is taking delivery of BOBST FFG 8.20 DISCOVERY - the first of the next-generation Flexo folder gluers to be installed in the UK.

A division of Fencor Packaging Group, Peterborough-based Manor Packaging has agreed a deal to purchase and install the machine, which will integrate into existing workflows. The flexo folder gluer from BOBST offers unparalleled flexibility and heightened efficiency to the production line, able to process up to 18,000 boxes/hr across a wide range of corrugated flute types.

Designed to be intuitive and bring additional value to the supply chain, the FFG 8.20 can be controlled with two operators and has a setup time of just two minutes. The machine is noted for consistent production speed, quality and accuracy, combined with a user-friendly interface.

Group Managing Director at Fencor Packaging Group, David Orr, commented: “A big part of our philosophy at the Fencor Packaging Group is continuous investment to keep pace with the evolving needs of our customers. The decision to invest in BOBST FFG 8.20 4-colour FFG for Manor Packaging is firmly in line with this thinking – it is a very impressive machine.”

“The investment will bring our capabilities to the forefront of our industry sector. We’re delighted to be teaming up with BOBST, a partner that can provide the right level of support for us, ensuring that we can optimise our performance and continue providing a first-class service to our customers.”

The FFG 8.20 DISCOVERY selected by the company benefits from a number of turnkey features that make it a flexible and reliable workhorse for packaging converters, including a Rapidset flexo print system, top rotary die-cutter with Posilock system (quick die-cut tool mounting system) and an automated Slotter.

Stuart Alvey-Taylor, BU Sheet Fed Sales Manager at Bobst UK & Ireland, said: “We are delighted to work with Manor Packaging to deliver the first 8.20 DISCOVERY machine in the country. At BOBST, we combine superb build quality with innovative engineering to ensure our machines are meeting the needs of packaging manufacturers both today and in to the future.”

BOBST provides a range of machinery and equipment solutions to cardboard manufacturers and packaging converters, with service and support that benefits from the company’s extensive industry expertise.

BOBST solutions combine a competitive price with class-leading running costs, without compromising on quality or technological excellence.

Bobst to install FFG 8.20 DISCOVERY at corrugated cardboard specialist Manor Packaging's facility in Peterborough, UK

Posted in: Mills 08/29/2019 - 08:25

MANCHESTER, UK, Aug. 29, 2019 (Press Release) -Corrugated cardboard specialist, Manor Packaging, is taking delivery of BOBST FFG 8.20 DISCOVERY - the first of the next-generation Flexo folder gluers to be installed in the UK.

A division of Fencor Packaging Group, Peterborough-based Manor Packaging has agreed a deal to purchase and install the machine, which will integrate into existing workflows. The flexo folder gluer from BOBST offers unparalleled flexibility and heightened efficiency to the production line, able to process up to 18,000 boxes/hr across a wide range of corrugated flute types.

Designed to be intuitive and bring additional value to the supply chain, the FFG 8.20 can be controlled with two operators and has a setup time of just two minutes. The machine is noted for consistent production speed, quality and accuracy, combined with a user-friendly interface.

Group Managing Director at Fencor Packaging Group, David Orr, commented: “A big part of our philosophy at the Fencor Packaging Group is continuous investment to keep pace with the evolving needs of our customers. The decision to invest in BOBST FFG 8.20 4-colour FFG for Manor Packaging is firmly in line with this thinking – it is a very impressive machine.”

“The investment will bring our capabilities to the forefront of our industry sector. We’re delighted to be teaming up with BOBST, a partner that can provide the right level of support for us, ensuring that we can optimise our performance and continue providing a first-class service to our customers.”

The FFG 8.20 DISCOVERY selected by the company benefits from a number of turnkey features that make it a flexible and reliable workhorse for packaging converters, including a Rapidset flexo print system, top rotary die-cutter with Posilock system (quick die-cut tool mounting system) and an automated Slotter.

Stuart Alvey-Taylor, BU Sheet Fed Sales Manager at Bobst UK & Ireland, said: “We are delighted to work with Manor Packaging to deliver the first 8.20 DISCOVERY machine in the country. At BOBST, we combine superb build quality with innovative engineering to ensure our machines are meeting the needs of packaging manufacturers both today and in to the future.”

BOBST provides a range of machinery and equipment solutions to cardboard manufacturers and packaging converters, with service and support that benefits from the company’s extensive industry expertise.

BOBST solutions combine a competitive price with class-leading running costs, without compromising on quality or technological excellence.

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ROSELAND, NJ, July 9, 2019 (Press Release) -The partnership recognizes CITO-SYSTEM GmbH as the preferred manufacturer for the new BOBST Essential Creasing Matrix, BOBST Patching Tape and the CITO FAST Rubber.

  • The Essential Creasing Matrix allows for high-quality creasing of folding carton, displays and corrugated packaging. It provides outstanding adhesion on the cutting plate and residue-free removal.
  • The BOBST Patching Tape is a proven product in the worldwide market for more than 6 years, with up to 16% more tape per-roll when compared to similar products; depending on the thickness.
  • The CITO FAST rubber profile is consistent with Bobst specifications and holds fast the material being cut at full machine speed. It is also available with the EasyFix adhesive giving the customer the option to eliminate super glue.

These CITO products as well as others, like the BLACK MAXX phenolic material for creasing counter plates, will be available through BOBST and Advanced Die Supplies.

“It is with great pleasure we are entering into a distribution agreement with CITO-SYSTEM GmbH, servicing the United States and Canada. We are looking forward to distributing the CITO range of high-quality products to our customers; converters and die-makers”, said Alex Gigon, Director Service Operations.

“Carton Craft Supply, Inc., an agent for CITO products for more than 26 years, is fully committed in supporting Bobst North America in this new partnership with CITO-System GmbH. By offering Essential matrix, BOBST customers will have access to high-quality products through their sales channels. Having strong partners like BOBST is critical when it comes to introducing new innovative consumable products into the market” says, Mark Doxtader, President and founder of CCS.

Bobst North America partners with CITO-SYSTEM as a preferred manufacturer

Posted in: Mills 07/10/2019 - 12:57

ROSELAND, NJ, July 9, 2019 (Press Release) -The partnership recognizes CITO-SYSTEM GmbH as the preferred manufacturer for the new BOBST Essential Creasing Matrix, BOBST Patching Tape and the CITO FAST Rubber.

  • The Essential Creasing Matrix allows for high-quality creasing of folding carton, displays and corrugated packaging. It provides outstanding adhesion on the cutting plate and residue-free removal.
  • The BOBST Patching Tape is a proven product in the worldwide market for more than 6 years, with up to 16% more tape per-roll when compared to similar products; depending on the thickness.
  • The CITO FAST rubber profile is consistent with Bobst specifications and holds fast the material being cut at full machine speed. It is also available with the EasyFix adhesive giving the customer the option to eliminate super glue.

These CITO products as well as others, like the BLACK MAXX phenolic material for creasing counter plates, will be available through BOBST and Advanced Die Supplies.

“It is with great pleasure we are entering into a distribution agreement with CITO-SYSTEM GmbH, servicing the United States and Canada. We are looking forward to distributing the CITO range of high-quality products to our customers; converters and die-makers”, said Alex Gigon, Director Service Operations.

“Carton Craft Supply, Inc., an agent for CITO products for more than 26 years, is fully committed in supporting Bobst North America in this new partnership with CITO-System GmbH. By offering Essential matrix, BOBST customers will have access to high-quality products through their sales channels. Having strong partners like BOBST is critical when it comes to introducing new innovative consumable products into the market” says, Mark Doxtader, President and founder of CCS.

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MEX, Switzerland , July 4, 2019 (Press Release) -With the size of its new manufacturing site near Pirmasens in Germany and the equipment installed within it, G & G Preißer is setting new standards in the European market for packaging made out of corrugated cardboard.

To do this, the manufacturer of corrugated board packaging commissioned four new converting machines from BOBST at the beginning of 2018. It only took a few months for the machines – EXPERTLINE 1.6, with five FLEXO 160-VISION print units and hot air intermediate dryers; the specialty folding-gluing machine MASTERFOLD 230; the Inliner FFG 1636 NT and the Miniline FFG 618 Quatro – to be running at full capacity, three shifts a day.

G & G Preißer also upgraded a Midline FFG 924 NT with a pre-feeder and an automatic palletization system, and has already ordered another EXPERTLINE 1.6 and an additional EXPERTFOLD 165 from BOBST. They will be delivered and installed during 2019. G & G Preißer will then have more than seven converting machines from BOBST in its new plant. They will be used to manufacture packaging made of corrugated board, primarily for customers in the food, personal care and cosmetics industries. The production process takes place in a completely clean environment.

“Use of this innovative technology fulfils any requirements our customers may have extremely well,” stated Tobias Preißer who manages the company along with his brother Christof. The three Inliners are still covering about 80% of the production volume. However, the demand from customers for high quality packaging, such as multi-color printed and varnished trays or shelf packaging, is growing steadily. This is why G & G Preißer needs two EXPERTLINE 1.6 lines with high quality FLEXO 160-VISION print units and the hot air intermediate dryers.

Both EXPERTLINE 1.6 lines are also fitted with a LOADER AF sheet-feeder, an EXPERTCUT 1.6 flat-bed die-cutter and a BREAKER blank-separator. Christof Preißer said: “We cannot accommodate our customers with price reductions. However, we can convince them with the quality we are getting from our new machines. The flatbed die-cutting delivers high-quality creasing and cutting and the tolerances for the GAPs and slots are tighter. The nicks can also be smaller or even dispensed with completely. The process also improves the flatness of the flatbed die-cut trays and packaging. There are also no cutting waste between the packaging.” This is all advantageous for the customer’s filling processes.

Using its three Inliners, G & G Preißer is very flexible in the sheet format of the packaging to be manufactured and can pull out all the stops when it comes to color. While the FFG 924 NT covers all formats, with a length of between 600 and 2,490 mm, the FFG 618 Quatro processes sheet lengths of 385 to 1,880 mm and the FFG 1636 NT processes sheet lengths of 700 to 3,690 mm. The FFG 618 Quatro is fitted with dryers and can deliver high-quality print images on sheets at high production speeds, even with four colors. The two other Inliners each have two print units.

To avoid downtime as much as possible, the packaging manufacturer uses the preventive Maintenance Plus program for all of its BOBST machines. In case there should be an issue, a BOBST service technician can remotely access the machine over Helpline Plus and solve problems very quickly. In the future, G & G Preißer plans to tie the machines to the innovative BOBST Connected Services, with the goal of analyzing machine and process data and to gain optimization potentials from the results.

In 2018, G & G Preißer processed about 85 million m2 of corrugated board into folding boxes and die-cut packaging. For 2019, the company is planning to process a volume of 110 million m2. Currently, 1,600 pallets with finished product leave the plant every day. Only ten years ago the yearly volume of processed corrugated board was just 450,000 m2. “With its high performance and reliability, the technology from BOBST is the ideal support for our growth,” said Tobias Preißer. “We will continue our success story.”

BOBST to supply new EXPERTLINE 1.6 and EXPERTFOLD 165 to G & G Preißer's new manufacturing site in Pirmasens, Germany

Posted in: Packaging Technology 07/05/2019 - 10:07

MEX, Switzerland , July 4, 2019 (Press Release) -With the size of its new manufacturing site near Pirmasens in Germany and the equipment installed within it, G & G Preißer is setting new standards in the European market for packaging made out of corrugated cardboard.

To do this, the manufacturer of corrugated board packaging commissioned four new converting machines from BOBST at the beginning of 2018. It only took a few months for the machines – EXPERTLINE 1.6, with five FLEXO 160-VISION print units and hot air intermediate dryers; the specialty folding-gluing machine MASTERFOLD 230; the Inliner FFG 1636 NT and the Miniline FFG 618 Quatro – to be running at full capacity, three shifts a day.

G & G Preißer also upgraded a Midline FFG 924 NT with a pre-feeder and an automatic palletization system, and has already ordered another EXPERTLINE 1.6 and an additional EXPERTFOLD 165 from BOBST. They will be delivered and installed during 2019. G & G Preißer will then have more than seven converting machines from BOBST in its new plant. They will be used to manufacture packaging made of corrugated board, primarily for customers in the food, personal care and cosmetics industries. The production process takes place in a completely clean environment.

“Use of this innovative technology fulfils any requirements our customers may have extremely well,” stated Tobias Preißer who manages the company along with his brother Christof. The three Inliners are still covering about 80% of the production volume. However, the demand from customers for high quality packaging, such as multi-color printed and varnished trays or shelf packaging, is growing steadily. This is why G & G Preißer needs two EXPERTLINE 1.6 lines with high quality FLEXO 160-VISION print units and the hot air intermediate dryers.

Both EXPERTLINE 1.6 lines are also fitted with a LOADER AF sheet-feeder, an EXPERTCUT 1.6 flat-bed die-cutter and a BREAKER blank-separator. Christof Preißer said: “We cannot accommodate our customers with price reductions. However, we can convince them with the quality we are getting from our new machines. The flatbed die-cutting delivers high-quality creasing and cutting and the tolerances for the GAPs and slots are tighter. The nicks can also be smaller or even dispensed with completely. The process also improves the flatness of the flatbed die-cut trays and packaging. There are also no cutting waste between the packaging.” This is all advantageous for the customer’s filling processes.

Using its three Inliners, G & G Preißer is very flexible in the sheet format of the packaging to be manufactured and can pull out all the stops when it comes to color. While the FFG 924 NT covers all formats, with a length of between 600 and 2,490 mm, the FFG 618 Quatro processes sheet lengths of 385 to 1,880 mm and the FFG 1636 NT processes sheet lengths of 700 to 3,690 mm. The FFG 618 Quatro is fitted with dryers and can deliver high-quality print images on sheets at high production speeds, even with four colors. The two other Inliners each have two print units.

To avoid downtime as much as possible, the packaging manufacturer uses the preventive Maintenance Plus program for all of its BOBST machines. In case there should be an issue, a BOBST service technician can remotely access the machine over Helpline Plus and solve problems very quickly. In the future, G & G Preißer plans to tie the machines to the innovative BOBST Connected Services, with the goal of analyzing machine and process data and to gain optimization potentials from the results.

In 2018, G & G Preißer processed about 85 million m2 of corrugated board into folding boxes and die-cut packaging. For 2019, the company is planning to process a volume of 110 million m2. Currently, 1,600 pallets with finished product leave the plant every day. Only ten years ago the yearly volume of processed corrugated board was just 450,000 m2. “With its high performance and reliability, the technology from BOBST is the ideal support for our growth,” said Tobias Preißer. “We will continue our success story.”

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MOSCOW, June 18, 2019 (Press Release) -From 18 to 21 of June 2019, BOBST and VMG Printing Holding will present their latest innovations at RosUpack, the International Industrial Exhibition for the Packaging Industry, taking place in Crocus Expo, Moscow.

At booth B343 BOBST will present its wide range of equipment and services for the production of packaging from cardboard and corrugated board. Visitors can learn about printing and converting solutions, from standalone machines to fully integrated, tailor-made lines, each offering the exacting quality and high performance required in today’s markets.

BOBST specialists will demonstrate BOBST Tooling products and the company’s portfolio of Connected Services, including Remote Assistance, apps for Downtime Tracking, and Remote Monitoring, which boost productivity and profitability for owners of BOBST machines. There will be live demonstrations of the entire portfolio of available services.

BOBST, together with a partner company, invites everyone to the joint seminar "BOBST Service Solutions. BOBST flatbed die-cutters productivity-increasing program using cutting-edge tooling products," which will be held on June 20 at 11:00 at Exhibition hall Crocus Expo, in the presentation area at the end of pavilion 3, hall 15.

At nearby VMG booth B441, visitors can look at the latest technological solutions and trends in the field of label production and flexible packaging. Representatives of BOBST manufactories will present at the VMG booth every day and will inform visitors about new developments and technological innovations in equipment for gravure and CI flexo printing as well as DigiFlexo and inline UV flexo printing for various directions of the packaging industry. Innovative approaches to circular economy barrier solutions in vacuum metallizing, and coating technologies will also be presented.

See you soon at RosUpack 2019!

BOBST to present range of equipment and services for production of packaging from cardboard and corrugated at RosUpack in Moscow from June 18-21

Posted in: Packaging Technology 06/20/2019 - 12:06

MOSCOW, June 18, 2019 (Press Release) -From 18 to 21 of June 2019, BOBST and VMG Printing Holding will present their latest innovations at RosUpack, the International Industrial Exhibition for the Packaging Industry, taking place in Crocus Expo, Moscow.

At booth B343 BOBST will present its wide range of equipment and services for the production of packaging from cardboard and corrugated board. Visitors can learn about printing and converting solutions, from standalone machines to fully integrated, tailor-made lines, each offering the exacting quality and high performance required in today’s markets.

BOBST specialists will demonstrate BOBST Tooling products and the company’s portfolio of Connected Services, including Remote Assistance, apps for Downtime Tracking, and Remote Monitoring, which boost productivity and profitability for owners of BOBST machines. There will be live demonstrations of the entire portfolio of available services.

BOBST, together with a partner company, invites everyone to the joint seminar "BOBST Service Solutions. BOBST flatbed die-cutters productivity-increasing program using cutting-edge tooling products," which will be held on June 20 at 11:00 at Exhibition hall Crocus Expo, in the presentation area at the end of pavilion 3, hall 15.

At nearby VMG booth B441, visitors can look at the latest technological solutions and trends in the field of label production and flexible packaging. Representatives of BOBST manufactories will present at the VMG booth every day and will inform visitors about new developments and technological innovations in equipment for gravure and CI flexo printing as well as DigiFlexo and inline UV flexo printing for various directions of the packaging industry. Innovative approaches to circular economy barrier solutions in vacuum metallizing, and coating technologies will also be presented.

See you soon at RosUpack 2019!

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