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Koenig & Bauer AG
Postfach 6060,
97010
Würzburg
Friedrich-Koenig-Str. 4, 97080 Würzburg
Germany
Friedrich-Koenig-Str. 4, 97080 Würzburg
Germany
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Dagmar Ringel
Director Corporate Communications
Henning Düber
PR / Communication
Koenig & Bauer Digital & Webfed AG & Co. KG, Germany
Phone
+49 (0)931 909-4039
Anne-Kathrin Gerlach
Produktmarketing / Product Marketing
Koenig & Bauer Sheetfed AG & Co. KG, Germany
Phone
+49 (0)351 833 2680
Martin Dänhardt
Produktmarketing / Product Marketing
Koenig & Bauer Sheetfed AG & Co. KG, Germany
Phone
+49 (0)351 833 2580
Ralf Gumbel
CSO
Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint GmbH, Germany
Phone
+49 (0)711 69971 838
Sandra Wagner
Vice President Sales & Marketing
Koenig & Bauer Coding GmbH, Germany
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+49 (0)931 9085 252
+49 152 21 839 678
Axel Bohlmeier
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Koenig & Bauer Kammann GmbH, Germany
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+49 (0)5744 7710 5208
+49 (0)162 1331 902
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bohlmeier@kammann.de
Vanessa Sudry
Marketing & Communication Specialist
Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions, Switzerland
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+41 21 345 7000
Maria Costantino
Sales Director/Global Key Account
Koenig & Bauer Flexotecnica S.p.A., Italy
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20 Apr 2021
Topic
15:30 - 16:30
Presentation "Heavy Metal, Artificial Ignorance, Customer Centricity"
Confrence Area - Stream 1
Customer expectations have changed. Today it’s more than ever important to deliver digital services in addition to the “heavy metal” products sold. Ralf Sammeck and Thomas Göcke will show how IIoT connected products and Artificial Intelligence are supporting companies to deliver additional services, increase customer satisfaction and generate additional revenue to become the customer's trusted advisor.
Customer expectations have changed. Today it’s more than ever important to deliver digital services in addition to the “heavy metal” products sold. Ralf Sammeck and Thomas Göcke will show how IIoT connected products and Artificial Intelligence are supporting companies to deliver additional services, increase customer satisfaction and generate additional revenue to become the customer's trusted advisor.
21 Apr 2021
Topic
10:40 - 11:10
Web session " Packaging Workflow"
We print your world. With this message Koenig & Bauer will be part of the first virtual.drupa event this year.
In our web session you will be able to follow a complete folding carton production process on the newest generation of presses in a live demonstration:
● Printing, cold-foil finishing and coating on the Rapida 106 X
● Embossing, die-cutting, stripping and blanking on the CutPRO X 106
● Gluing on the Omega Allpro 110
We will also be presenting the latest developments and best practices in printing applications on different substrates - for example in decor printing with the RotaJET platform. But we have also opened up further areas of application in corrugated printing and converting with the development of CorruJET, CorruCUT and CorruFLEX, which serve the constantly growing packaging sector. Koenig & Bauer is now developing the CorruJET together with joint venture partner Durst. The aim of the joint venture is to develop digital presses for the folding carton and corrugated industry. One milestone is the new VariJET 106, which will be shown for the first time at virtual.drupa. The hybrid press integrates inkjet technology into the platform of the high-performance Rapida 106 sheetfed offset press.
In our web session you will be able to follow a complete folding carton production process on the newest generation of presses in a live demonstration:
● Printing, cold-foil finishing and coating on the Rapida 106 X
● Embossing, die-cutting, stripping and blanking on the CutPRO X 106
● Gluing on the Omega Allpro 110
We will also be presenting the latest developments and best practices in printing applications on different substrates - for example in decor printing with the RotaJET platform. But we have also opened up further areas of application in corrugated printing and converting with the development of CorruJET, CorruCUT and CorruFLEX, which serve the constantly growing packaging sector. Koenig & Bauer is now developing the CorruJET together with joint venture partner Durst. The aim of the joint venture is to develop digital presses for the folding carton and corrugated industry. One milestone is the new VariJET 106, which will be shown for the first time at virtual.drupa. The hybrid press integrates inkjet technology into the platform of the high-performance Rapida 106 sheetfed offset press.
23 Apr 2021
Topic
14:00 - 14:20
Panel discussion "Digital vs. Analog”
Conference Area - Stream 1
Our range of products
Product categories
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.02 Workflow and data handling software
- 01.02.030 Workflow systems
Workflow systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.02 Workflow and data handling software
- 01.02.050 CIP4 applications
CIP4 applications
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.02 Workflow and data handling software
- 01.02.065 JDF applications
JDF applications
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.03 Software
- 01.03.010 Job costing and project management software
Job costing and project management software
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.03 Software
- 01.03.015 Production planning and control software
Production planning and control software
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.03 Software
- 01.03.025 Management information systems
Management information systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.03 Software
- 01.03.030 Production and machine data processing
Production and machine data processing
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.04 Software for packaging prepress
- 01.04.010 Software for production preparation
Software for production preparation
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.06 Sheet-fed offset printing machines
- 01.06.015 Sheet-fed offset printing machines – inline foiling
Sheet-fed offset printing machines – inline foiling
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.06 Sheet-fed offset printing machines
- 01.06.025 Sheet-fed offset printing machines with perfecting capability
Sheet-fed offset printing machines with perfecting capability
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.06 Sheet-fed offset printing machines
- 01.06.030 Sheet-fed offset printing machines without perfecting capability
Sheet-fed offset printing machines without perfecting capability
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.06 Sheet-fed offset printing machines
- 01.06.035 Sheet-fed offset printing machines UV
Sheet-fed offset printing machines UV
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.06 Sheet-fed offset printing machines
- 01.06.040 Sheet-fed offset printing machines – waterless
Sheet-fed offset printing machines – waterless
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.07 Web-fed offset printing machines
- 01.07.020 Web-fed printing machines – heatset
Web-fed printing machines – heatset
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.07 Web-fed offset printing machines
- 01.07.025 Web-fed printing machines – coldset
Web-fed printing machines – coldset
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.08 Flexographic printing machines
- 01.08.010 Sheet-fed flexographic printing machines
Sheet-fed flexographic printing machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.08 Flexographic printing machines
- 01.08.015 Wide-web flexographic printing machines
Wide-web flexographic printing machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.08 Flexographic printing machines
- 01.08.020 Narrow-web flexographic printing machines
Narrow-web flexographic printing machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.11 Hybrid printing machines (combination of methods)
- 01.11.010 Sheet-fed hybrid printing machines
Sheet-fed hybrid printing machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.12 Digital printing machines and digital printing systems
- 01.12.010 Inkjet
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.12 Digital printing machines and digital printing systems
- 01.12.015 Web-fed inkjet printing systems
Web-fed inkjet printing systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.12 Digital printing machines and digital printing systems
- 01.12.020 Sheet-fed inkjet printing systems
Sheet-fed inkjet printing systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.12 Digital printing machines and digital printing systems
- 01.12.025 Inkjet imprinting systems
Inkjet imprinting systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.12 Digital printing machines and digital printing systems
- 01.12.055 Inkjet – Direct to Shape
Inkjet – Direct to Shape
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.15 Printing machines and systems for special printing applications
- 01.15.025 Printing machines for tin printing
Printing machines for tin printing
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.15 Printing machines and systems for special printing applications
- 01.15.050 Printing machines for security printing
Printing machines for security printing
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.15 Printing machines and systems for special printing applications
- 01.15.080 Laboratory printing machines
Laboratory printing machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.15 Printing machines and systems for special printing applications
- 01.15.085 Coating machines
Coating machines
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.15 Printing machines and systems for special printing applications
- 01.15.100 Corrugated board printing and converting systems
Corrugated board printing and converting systems
- 01 prepress / print
- 01.16 Encoding and Identification systems
- 01.16.030 Traceability
Traceability
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.03 Online Service
- 02.03.080 Software as a Service
Software as a Service
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.03 Online Service
- 02.03.095 Remote Services
Remote Services
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.04 E-Business Print
- 02.04.015 Onlineprintshop
Onlineprintshop
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.04 E-Business Print
- 02.04.020 Calculators
Calculators
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.04 E-Business Print
- 02.04.025 Web-to-Print
Web-to-Print
- 02 premedia / multichannel
- 02.05 Mulichannel-Publishing
- 02.05.030 Mobile Applications
Mobile Applications
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.01 Bookbinding machines and print finishing machines
- 03.01.350 Die-cutting machines
Die-cutting machines
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.01 Bookbinding machines and print finishing machines
- 03.01.355 Flatbed die-cutting machines
Flatbed die-cutting machines
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.01 Bookbinding machines and print finishing machines
- 03.01.370 Rotary die-cutting machines
Rotary die-cutting machines
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.01 Bookbinding machines and print finishing machines
- 03.01.375 Automatic die-cutters
Automatic die-cutters
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.01 Bookbinding machines and print finishing machines
- 03.01.420 Laminating machines
Laminating machines
- 03 post press / converting / packaging
- 03.02 converting
- 03.02.130 Fold gluing machines
Fold gluing machines
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.010 Assistence systems
Assistence systems
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.015 Autonomous printing
Autonomous printing
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.020 Automation solutions
Automation solutions
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.025 Big Data
Big Data
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.030 Cloud-based business models
Cloud-based business models
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.035 Cloud-based solutions
Cloud-based solutions
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.055 data-based services
data-based services
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.065 Real-time control
Real-time control
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.070 Deep Learning
Deep Learning
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.075 Mobile devices and apps
Mobile devices and apps
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.080 Process monitoring and control
Process monitoring and control
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.095 Smart Devices
Smart Devices
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.105 Networking solutions and standards
Networking solutions and standards
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.115 Predictive maintenance
Predictive maintenance
- 04 future technologies
- 04.04 Industry 4.0
- 04.04.120 Condition monitoring
Condition monitoring
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.095 Colour measurement and control systems
Colour measurement and control systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.110 Fountain solution management devices / Inking system temperature control systems
Fountain solution management devices / Inking system temperature control systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.115 Dampening systems, spray dampening systems
Dampening systems, spray dampening systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.120 Blanket washing equipment, roller washing equipment
Blanket washing equipment, roller washing equipment
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.165 Coating module
Coating module
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.170 Coating units
Coating units
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.180 Slitting and cross cutting machines
Slitting and cross cutting machines
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.185 Control console technology
Control console technology
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.195 Numbering units and numbering equipment
Numbering units and numbering equipment
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.205 Quality inspection systems
Quality inspection systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.215 Register control systems
Register control systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.225 Reel splicers, autopasters
Reel splicers, autopasters
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.250 Dryers
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.265 IR/dry air dryers, IR/hot air dryers
IR/dry air dryers, IR/hot air dryers
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.270 IR dryers, infrared dryers
IR dryers, infrared dryers
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.290 UV dryers (conventional and LED)
UV dryers (conventional and LED)
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.01 Peripheral equipment
- 06.01.330 Web monitoring systems
Web monitoring systems
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.02 Measuring and testing engineering
- 06.02.145 Spare parts, wearing parts and lubricants
Spare parts, wearing parts and lubricants
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.12 Used machinery dealers
Used machinery dealers
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.14 Machine transportation and machine mounting
Machine transportation and machine mounting
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.18 Research and development
Research and development
- 06 equipment / services / infrastructure
- 06.19 Infrastructure
- 06.19.110 Reel loading systems
Reel loading systems
Our products
Product category: Inkjet – Direct to Shape
Kammann K15
Flexibility plus precision
Our innovative K15 family is equipped with the latest generation of servo motordriven technology for the decoration of various article shapes (round, oval, square, flat, handled articles) in highest quality. It's flexible handling system for standing and lying article in-feed and out-feed enables shortest change-over times and the handling of plug on articles. Various decoration possibilities like screen printing, digital printing, hot-stamping and labelling can be realized on K15 and even combined in one run. Camera systems pre-register the articles based on any mark on the bottom or body to avoid mechanical register tooling. Furthermore, the K15 offers more potential to decrease production cost, e.g. for samples or small jobs a partly tooling set-up is possible.
Various features allow the process optimization and reproducibility of subsequent orders.
• Article pre-centering at in-feed station
• Air inflation for plastic articles
• Vacuum support for articles held on mandrels
• Different article movements in each processing station
• Servo motor controlled tiltable article holder
• Servo motor driven nose cone
• Article separation for lying and standing article feeding, customized for your process
• Various pre-treatment devices (e.g. antistatic, gas flame, plasma, corona etc.)
customized for your process
• Perfect article treatment via servo motor driven movement of pre-treatment and
drying units in X- and Z- direction • Lying article in-feed incl. 180° turning station
• Article turning for standing articles at the in-feed and out-feed conveyor
• Sensor for article contour detection
• Modular quick-change system for exchange of processing stations
• UV-, LED- and LED pinning units for curing of the print image
• Motorized screen-fine adjustment in X- and Y- as well as rotational direction
The K15 family offers, as servo-driven turntable indexing system, 6 different diameter versions with up to 30 workstations for optimal adaption of your needs regarding functionality in accordance to available space requirements. The workstations can be equipped absolutely flexible in various combinations. Due to the solid basic design, the K15 is suitable for the decoration of glass-, plasticand metal articles. Single-Captured-Tooling guarantees perfect printing quality with an accuracy of +/-0.1 mm from color to color. A high performance relation of article print and article transport time results in maximum output quantity, while our optimized quickchange system is reducing the change-over times of K15 to a minimum. Our state-of-the-art, ergonomic control concept, incl. user-level-administration, remote control via internet as well as interface for production data collection fulfills all of today’s standards. The platform strategy guarantees already right now necessary future implementation of technical requirements.
Digital printing
The innovative digital printing process is completely integrated in K15 family. Servo-motoric driven article and print station movements enable the handling and decoration of any given article shape. Perfect pre-treatment of glass-, plasticand metal surfaces is available in order to guarantee a stable decoration process.
The highlights of the digital printing station:
• Most modern inkjet heads with a resolution from 360 to 1.200 dpi, depending on article geometry and
tolerances
• Image height up to 280 mm
• Ink-supply systems with permanent ink circulation for optimal print-head availability, designed for
later installation of the next generation print heads
• Servo motor driven shutter devices for print head protection
• Dynamic tiltable article holder device for perfect article positioning underneath the printing heads
• Camera supported decoration of embossing and debossing
• Perfect 360° banderole decoration, even on non-round articles
• LED-pinning during machine cycling to avoid the need of further stations
• Combination of LED final curing and UV stations, depending on process requirements
• Eligible use of digital inks due to "Open-Ink-Policy"
• Article scanner, incl. software controlled, optimized decoration of conical and waisted articles
("Distance Optimizer")
• Color-Management through profiling unit „K26 B“ and well trained KAMMANN staff
• Article height control before printing heads
• Tandem Printing Station
- Two independent printing heads combined in one station
- simultaneaous operation
- Higher output
- Additional axis allow to print on different diameters at the same time (e.g. bottle neck and body)
• Parallel Printing Station
- Two printing heads + bricks in one station
- Servo motor driven x-axis for changing between both systems
- For an extended colour spectrum and flexibility in one machine
- CMYK + top-coat or custom colours
Our innovative K15 family is equipped with the latest generation of servo motordriven technology for the decoration of various article shapes (round, oval, square, flat, handled articles) in highest quality. It's flexible handling system for standing and lying article in-feed and out-feed enables shortest change-over times and the handling of plug on articles. Various decoration possibilities like screen printing, digital printing, hot-stamping and labelling can be realized on K15 and even combined in one run. Camera systems pre-register the articles based on any mark on the bottom or body to avoid mechanical register tooling. Furthermore, the K15 offers more potential to decrease production cost, e.g. for samples or small jobs a partly tooling set-up is possible.
Various features allow the process optimization and reproducibility of subsequent orders.
• Article pre-centering at in-feed station
• Air inflation for plastic articles
• Vacuum support for articles held on mandrels
• Different article movements in each processing station
• Servo motor controlled tiltable article holder
• Servo motor driven nose cone
• Article separation for lying and standing article feeding, customized for your process
• Various pre-treatment devices (e.g. antistatic, gas flame, plasma, corona etc.)
customized for your process
• Perfect article treatment via servo motor driven movement of pre-treatment and
drying units in X- and Z- direction • Lying article in-feed incl. 180° turning station
• Article turning for standing articles at the in-feed and out-feed conveyor
• Sensor for article contour detection
• Modular quick-change system for exchange of processing stations
• UV-, LED- and LED pinning units for curing of the print image
• Motorized screen-fine adjustment in X- and Y- as well as rotational direction
The K15 family offers, as servo-driven turntable indexing system, 6 different diameter versions with up to 30 workstations for optimal adaption of your needs regarding functionality in accordance to available space requirements. The workstations can be equipped absolutely flexible in various combinations. Due to the solid basic design, the K15 is suitable for the decoration of glass-, plasticand metal articles. Single-Captured-Tooling guarantees perfect printing quality with an accuracy of +/-0.1 mm from color to color. A high performance relation of article print and article transport time results in maximum output quantity, while our optimized quickchange system is reducing the change-over times of K15 to a minimum. Our state-of-the-art, ergonomic control concept, incl. user-level-administration, remote control via internet as well as interface for production data collection fulfills all of today’s standards. The platform strategy guarantees already right now necessary future implementation of technical requirements.
Digital printing
The innovative digital printing process is completely integrated in K15 family. Servo-motoric driven article and print station movements enable the handling and decoration of any given article shape. Perfect pre-treatment of glass-, plasticand metal surfaces is available in order to guarantee a stable decoration process.
The highlights of the digital printing station:
• Most modern inkjet heads with a resolution from 360 to 1.200 dpi, depending on article geometry and
tolerances
• Image height up to 280 mm
• Ink-supply systems with permanent ink circulation for optimal print-head availability, designed for
later installation of the next generation print heads
• Servo motor driven shutter devices for print head protection
• Dynamic tiltable article holder device for perfect article positioning underneath the printing heads
• Camera supported decoration of embossing and debossing
• Perfect 360° banderole decoration, even on non-round articles
• LED-pinning during machine cycling to avoid the need of further stations
• Combination of LED final curing and UV stations, depending on process requirements
• Eligible use of digital inks due to "Open-Ink-Policy"
• Article scanner, incl. software controlled, optimized decoration of conical and waisted articles
("Distance Optimizer")
• Color-Management through profiling unit „K26 B“ and well trained KAMMANN staff
• Article height control before printing heads
• Tandem Printing Station
- Two independent printing heads combined in one station
- simultaneaous operation
- Higher output
- Additional axis allow to print on different diameters at the same time (e.g. bottle neck and body)
• Parallel Printing Station
- Two printing heads + bricks in one station
- Servo motor driven x-axis for changing between both systems
- For an extended colour spectrum and flexibility in one machine
- CMYK + top-coat or custom colours
Product category: Sheet-fed offset printing machines with perfecting capability
Sheetfed offset presses with perfecting
Koenig & Bauer offers state-of-the-art sheetfed offset presses with automatically convertible perfecting units for formats from 530 x 750 mm to 1,205 x 1,640 mm. They enable the realisation of all the typical production variants in straight printing and perfecting – from two-colour 1/1 jobs to 12 colours printed 6-over-6. Further configurations are possible to implement efficient inline processes in commercial and packaging printing, as well as for a diversity of special applications. The following series are offered with automatically convertible perfecting units:
Rapida 75 PRO
Max. sheet format: 530 x 750 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 16,000/13,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76
Max. sheet format: 530 x 750 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 18,000/13,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106
Max. sheet format: 740 x 1,050 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 17,000/15,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X
Max. sheet format: 740(750) x 1,060 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 20,000/20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145
Max. sheet format: 1,060 x 1,450 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 18,000/15,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164
Max. sheet format: 1,205 x 1,640 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 17,000/12,000 sheets/h
Features:
Rapida 75 PRO
Max. sheet format: 530 x 750 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 16,000/13,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76
Max. sheet format: 530 x 750 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 18,000/13,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106
Max. sheet format: 740 x 1,050 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 17,000/15,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X
Max. sheet format: 740(750) x 1,060 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 20,000/20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145
Max. sheet format: 1,060 x 1,450 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 18,000/15,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164
Max. sheet format: 1,205 x 1,640 mm
Max. production speed (straight/perfecting): 17,000/12,000 sheets/h
Features:
- Configurations with up to 12 printing units plus additional finishing (format-dependent)
- Substrate thickness up to 0.8 mm
- Sophisticated automation concepts for more parallel makeready processes and autonomous printing
- Optimised parallel washing processes and specially coated EasyClean ink ducts for even faster makeready
- Fully automatic mode switching from the control console
- Jackets on the impression cylinders with state-of-the-art ink-repellent coating
- Anti-marking coat: Coated drum shells
- Gentle, air-cushioned sheet guiding with blower systems and Venturi sheet guide plates
- Twist-action suckers to spread the rear edge of the sheet tight on the storage drum
- Pneumatic control of the spreading suckers
- Air settings can be entered and saved on the control console for repeat jobs
- Fast and powerful inline measuring and control systems for register, colour (including grey balance control), sheet inspection and high-resolution PDF comparisons for excellent print quality and minimal waste
- Video system for monitoring sheet travel
- Maximum convenience thanks to an operating concept from the latest generation with a fully intuitive user interface
- Customer community as the central interface to all digital services and the LiveApp family to support press operation and inventory management
- Fully automatic plate logistics without manual intervention – from the platesetter right through to the changers on the printing units (press-dependent)
- Maximum flexibility in terms of configurations and equipment options – for perfect tailoring to individual user requirements
Product category: Sheet-fed offset printing machines without perfecting capability
Sheetfed offset presses without perfecting
Koenig & Bauer offers state-of-the-art sheetfed offset presses for formats from 530 x 750 mm to 1,205 x 1,640 mm. They enable the realisation of all the typical production variants – whether with just two colours or with 10 colours or more. At the same time, coaters, drying units and extended deliveries in different lengths provide for high-quality and eye-catching inline finishing. Presses with up to 19 printing and finishing units are already on the market and in daily production, supplying customers with high-quality packaging, commercial products and labels.
Series Sheet format (standard/option) Max. production speed
Rapida 75 PRO 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 105 720 x 1,050/740 x 1,050 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 740 x 1,040/780 x 1,060 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X 740 x 1,060/780 x 1,060 mm 20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145 1,060 x 1,450 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164 1,205 x 1,640 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Features:
Series Sheet format (standard/option) Max. production speed
Rapida 75 PRO 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 105 720 x 1,050/740 x 1,050 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 740 x 1,040/780 x 1,060 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X 740 x 1,060/780 x 1,060 mm 20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145 1,060 x 1,450 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164 1,205 x 1,640 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Features:
- Configurations with up to 19 printing and finishing units (depending on format)
- Substrate thickness up to 1.6 mm
- Sophisticated automation concepts for more parallel makeready processes and autonomous printing
- Optimised parallel washing processes and specially coated EasyClean ink ducts for even faster makeready where frequent ink changes are necessary, e.g. spot colours
- One or more coaters before or after the printing units for a wide range of finishing options
- Logistics system solutions for uninterrupted production and smooth, fully automatic pile changes (press-dependent)
- Fast and powerful inline measuring and control systems for register, colour (including grey balance control), sheet inspection and high-resolution PDF comparisons for excellent print quality and minimal waste
- Maximum convenience thanks to an operating concept from the latest generation with a fully intuitive user interface
- Customer community as the central interface to all digital services and the LiveApp family to support press operation and inventory management
- Fully automatic plate logistics without manual intervention – from the platesetter right through to the changers on the printing units (press-dependent)
- Maximum flexibility in terms of configurations and equipment options – for perfect tailoring to individual user requirements
Product category: Sheet-fed offset printing machines UV
Sheetfed offset presses for UV production
Koenig & Bauer offers state-of-the-art sheetfed offset presses for printing with UV inks and finishing with UV coatings. They can be used with any series for sheet formats from 530 x 750 mm to 1,205 x 1,640 mm. Depending on the application, it is possible to print both in a conventional UV process, e.g. for packaging, and with LED-UV inks, e.g. for commercial products. If preferred, the Rapida presses are equally at home in an HR-UV process.
The UV process can be realised in all the typical production variants, both in straight printing and in perfecting. Coaters, drying units and extended deliveries in different dimensions open the door to a broad spectrum of high-quality and eye-catching inline finishing options.
Series Sheet format (standard/option) Max. production speed
Rapida 75 PRO 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 105 720 x 1,050/740 x 1,050 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 740 x 1,040/780 x 1,060 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X 740 x 1,060/780 x 1,060 mm 20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145 1,060 x 1,450 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164 1,205 x 1,640 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Features:
The UV process can be realised in all the typical production variants, both in straight printing and in perfecting. Coaters, drying units and extended deliveries in different dimensions open the door to a broad spectrum of high-quality and eye-catching inline finishing options.
Series Sheet format (standard/option) Max. production speed
Rapida 75 PRO 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 76 530 x 750/605 x 750 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 105 720 x 1,050/740 x 1,050 mm 16,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 740 x 1,040/780 x 1,060 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Rapida 106 X 740 x 1,060/780 x 1,060 mm 20,000 sheets/h
Rapida 145 1,060 x 1,450 mm 18,000 sheets/h
Rapida 164 1,205 x 1,640 mm 17,000 sheets/h
Features:
- Configurations with up to 19 printing and finishing units (depending on format)
- Substrate thickness up to 1.6 mm
- Sophisticated automation concepts for more parallel makeready processes and autonomous printing
- One or more coaters before or after the printing units for a wide range of finishing options
- Fast and powerful inline measuring and control systems for register, colour (including grey balance control), sheet inspection and high-resolution PDF comparisons for excellent print quality and minimal waste
- Maximum convenience thanks to an operating concept from the latest generation with a fully intuitive user interface
- Customer community as the central interface to all digital services and the LiveApp family to support press operation and inventory management
- Maximum flexibility in terms of configurations and equipment options – for perfect tailoring to individual user requirements
- Compact dryer module with a UV output of 160 W/cm (stepless control)
- Modules can be used as interdeck or final dryers
- Lamp replacement without tools
- Automatic pile temperature monitoring and dryer control
- Operating hours counter for each individual lamp, irrespective of the position at which it is used
- CleanTronic UV to shorten the waiting times associated with washing
- Use of specially doped mercury lamps in flexible modular design
- Exact matching of the lamps to the highly reactive inks
- Steplessly variable lamp output between 80 W/cm and 200 W/cm
- Reduced energy costs thanks to job-specific setting of the lamp output
- A single HR-UV module is sufficient for the curing of up to 5 inks printed “wet-in-wet”
- Ozone-free HR-UV lamps eliminate the need for emission extraction systems in the delivery
- Fast and simple module exchange based on reliable plugged media connections
- Universal dryer module design enables the use of different UV lamp types
- UV lamps in flexible modular design with light-emitting diodes
- Minimised maintenance
- Wavelength matched precisely to the special, highly reactive LED inks
- No warm-up and standby phases to be observed
- UV output can be matched to the format width and length
- Very long service life
- Mercury-free
- Minimal heat input into the substrate
- Same field of applications as HR-UV dryers
Product category: Spare parts, wearing parts and lubricants
Spare parts, wearing parts and lubricants
A single defective component can already disturb production, trigger inopportune downtimes or even endanger the safety of both personnel and the press itself. To ensure that reliable production can be resumed as quickly as possible, Koenig & Bauer guarantees dependable supplies of high-quality original parts.
Almost all spare and wearing parts for Koenig & Bauer sheetfed offset presses can be supplied immediately from stock. And in practically 100% of cases, you can expect delivery within 24 hours. Many of the parts used in our sheetfed offset presses undergo continuous further development. Especially for older press generations, spare parts thus enable appropriate modernisation.
Koenig & Bauer also presents a specially developed portfolio of products to support stable print processes and facilitate optimum machine care. Examples include dampening additives, spray powders, coating plates and blankets, as well as cleaners and other care products.
Koenig & Bauer consumables serve the various demands of sheetfed offset printing and have been optimised specifically for use on our presses. To ensure a constantly high level of product quality and performance, recognised test institutes perform regular quality inspections.
Benefits:
Almost all spare and wearing parts for Koenig & Bauer sheetfed offset presses can be supplied immediately from stock. And in practically 100% of cases, you can expect delivery within 24 hours. Many of the parts used in our sheetfed offset presses undergo continuous further development. Especially for older press generations, spare parts thus enable appropriate modernisation.
Koenig & Bauer also presents a specially developed portfolio of products to support stable print processes and facilitate optimum machine care. Examples include dampening additives, spray powders, coating plates and blankets, as well as cleaners and other care products.
Koenig & Bauer consumables serve the various demands of sheetfed offset printing and have been optimised specifically for use on our presses. To ensure a constantly high level of product quality and performance, recognised test institutes perform regular quality inspections.
Benefits:
- Minimised downtimes
- Almost 100 per cent availability and delivery within 24 hours
- Tested original parts with a long service life
- Products optimised for Rapida sheetfed offset presses
- One-stop supplier
Product category: Dampening systems, spray dampening systems
Dampening units
An optimal ink-water balance is a fundamental prerequisite for perfect results in offset printing. In addition, the fast-reacting and speed-compensated film dampening units of the Rapida sheetfed offset presses from Koenig & Bauer offer significant benefits:
- Precise, stepless adjustment of the dampener metering roller speed
- Skewing of the duct roller to match the dampening solution film to the printed image over the format width
- Chrome-plated rider roller to minimise image ghosting and stripes
- Oscillating bridge roller running on the dampening forme roller
- Differential drive prevents the formation of hickeys during production
- Dampening solution preparation controlled from the console with digital temperature regulation and display
- Tool-free fitting and removal of the dampening solution pan for fast cleaning without the need to remove rollers
- Low-alcohol or alcohol-free printing with special provisions for exact metering of the dampening additives and constant water quality
Product category: Blanket washing equipment, roller washing equipment
Blanket washing systems
Fast job changes and maximum productivity are essential ingredients for successful print production. Accordingly, Koenig & Bauer offers efficient and eco-friendly cloth-based washing systems with dual functionality for blanket and impression cylinder washing for all Rapida sheetfed offset presses. The focus is placed on simultaneous processes.
Alongside blanket washing, the “PrintClean” function permits further savings, e.g. for simple section changes within a job. A few sheets suffice to remove the remaining ink from the blankets and impression cylinders.
CleanTronic
Alongside blanket washing, the “PrintClean” function permits further savings, e.g. for simple section changes within a job. A few sheets suffice to remove the remaining ink from the blankets and impression cylinders.
CleanTronic
- Dual-purpose washing system for blankets and impression cylinders
- Sequential washing with a swing-action washing beam
- Washing programs can be defined and selected via the ErgoTronic control console
- Washing cloth can be replaced during production
- Available together with a roller washing system
- Multi-purpose washing system for blankets, impression cylinders and rollers
- 1 fixed and 1 swing-action washing beam
- Parallel washing (blanket and impression cylinder, or both beams applied to the blanket)
- Up to 50% shorter washing times
- Washing programs can be defined and selected via the ErgoTronic control console
- Washing cloth can be replaced during production
- For the alternating use of different ink systems
- Three-media washing system (water and conventional/UV solvents)
- Fast system switching
- No manual cleaning of the washing solvent circuits
- Extreme makeready savings
- System and washing programs controlled via the ErgoTronic control console
- Permits blanket washing with the UV lamps in standby mode
- Eliminates waiting times before and after washing
- More efficient makeready
- Increased service life for UV lamps
- Targeted stripping of the remaining ink from the plates and blankets
- Preselection of the number of sheets used (up to 50)
- Reduced washing times
- Saves the time needed for blanket washing between short runs
Product category: IR dryers, infrared dryers
IR dryers
The high-performance IR/hot-air dryers of the VariDry family from Koenig & Bauer provide optimum drying results in all applications.
VariDry IR/hot air
VariDry IR/hot air
- Stepless output control
- Can be used as final dryers or for intermediate drying in a dryer tower
- Carbon twin lamps with an IR output of 60 W/cm
- Lamp replacement without tools
- Automatic pile temperature monitoring and dryer control
- Stepless setting of the dryer output at the ErgoTronic control console
- Equipment variant to enhance energy efficiency
- Energy savings of up to 50% compared to conventional IR/hot-air dryers
- Recirculation of hot, but still only partially saturated drying air in the extended delivery
- Control console operation
Product category: IR/dry air dryers, IR/hot air dryers
IR/hot-air dryers
The high-performance IR/hot-air dryers of the VariDry family from Koenig & Bauer provide optimum drying results in all applications.
VariDry IR/hot air
VariDry IR/hot air
- Stepless output control
- Can be used as final dryers or for intermediate drying in a dryer tower
- Carbon twin lamps with an IR output of 60 W/cm
- Lamp replacement without tools
- Automatic pile temperature monitoring and dryer control
- Stepless setting of the dryer output at the ErgoTronic control console
- Equipment variant to enhance energy efficiency
- Energy savings of up to 50% compared to conventional IR/hot-air dryers
- Recirculation of hot, but still only partially saturated drying air in the extended delivery
- Control console operation
Product category: Coating units
Coating
The coating units on Rapida sheetfed offset presses from Koenig & Bauer leave no wish unanswered when it comes to inline finishing. Gloss and matt effects, all-over and spot finishes, single and multiple applications of dispersion and/or UV coatings – all these can be realised in ultimate quality with state-of-the-art anilox coating technology. Practically all processes connected with coating are automated: Coating forme changes are completed in a matter of seconds with DriveTronic SFC (Simultaneous Forme Change). Separate circuits for UV and dispersion coatings simplify the handling of different coating types. And the correspondingly matched cleaning programs can be started conveniently at the press of a button on the control console. Even anilox roller exchanges are automated.
Here is an overview of the most important technical details (availability dependent on format class):
Coater
Here is an overview of the most important technical details (availability dependent on format class):
Coater
- Chamber blade coating system with laser-engraved anilox roller
- Remote adjustment of the printing pressure
- Remote adjustment of lateral, circumferential and diagonal register
- Quick-action clamps with register pin system for coating plates
- Anilox rollers in lightweight design to facilitate fast and simple exchange
- Hydropneumatic chamber blade control for constant and even coating application
- HydroComp blade pressure control ensures maximum blade life
- Coating supply system for dispersion and UV coatings in separate circuits
- Central control from the console
- Fully automatic cleaning for dispersion and/or UV coatings
- Excellent cleaning result permits immediate re-use of the coating system
- Heater for UV coatings
- Specialty Circulation Kit for metallic coatings and other special applicationsCoater
- DriveTronic SFC (Simultaneous Forme Change): Automated coating forme change with changeover time of 1-2 minutes (format-dependent)
- Coating forme changes parallel to other makeready processes on the printing unit
- AniloxLoader for Rapida 106 X: System for fully automatic anilox roller exchange
- AniSleeve for Rapida 145/164: Tool-free anilox sleeve exchange by a single operator, also parallel to other makeready processes or production
- Fully automatic monitoring of the filling level
- Prevents coating starvation and accidental dry-running of the blade chamber
- Approx. 70% smaller chamber volume
- Higher flow rate of the coating
- Prevents coating starvation and reduces the tendency to foam
- Constant coating quality thanks to even pressure distribution and linear motion into contact with the roller
- Automatic compensation of blade wear
- Basis for production speeds of up to 20,000 sheets per hour
Product category: Slitting and cross cutting machines
Slitters and reel sheeters
When weighing up the pros and cons of installing a slitting or sheeting system on an offset printing press, there are both economic and production-related factors to take into account. They start with the lower price of reel stocks and the amount of paper on a single reel compared to ready-cut piles, and extend through to purely job-specific considerations.
Slitter
Slitter
- Inline Cut System (ICS): optional slitting system for Rapida sheetfed offset presses in large and extra-large formats
- Sheets are cut to a smaller format – usually half the original format – for further processing after printing
- Installation on a printing unit, coater or drying unit
- Available for Rapida presses in medium format (RS 106/RS 106X) or large format (RS 145)
- Reel-to-sheet feeder for the processing of more favourably priced reel stocks in grammages between 35 and 300 g/m² – this also enables use of the same paper on both webfed and sheetfed presses
- Production speeds of up to 20,000 sheets per hour on the Rapida 106 X
- Variable sheet lengths of up to 780 mm on the Rapida 106 X
- High flexibility thanks to fast and simple retraction and reintegration with the press
- “Register-Cut” system for the CutPRO X 106: reel stocks printed on a flexo press are cut into sheets of the appropriate length ahead of the feeder
Product category: Control console technology
Intuitive and user-oriented – Koenig & Bauer ErgoTronic control console technology
The ErgoTronic control console, with its simple and user-oriented operating philosophy – whether for Rapida sheetfed offset presses or the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106 – places the very latest technology from Koenig & Bauer at the operator’s fingertips. Thanks to comprehensive control console and preset capabilities, alongside an immediately intuitive user interface, work at the machine becomes child’s play. All operating functions are clearly structured for process-oriented access via a touchscreen display.
ErgoTronic control console technology and functions at a glance:
ErgoTronic control console technology and functions at a glance:
- State-of-the-art operating concept on the ErgoTronic control console (including touchscreen for intelligent, straightforward handling)
- Wallscreen for visualisation of all press settings
- Job changeover program for fully automatic and coordinated makeready sequences
- Autonomous printing with ErgoTronic AutoRun
- Job profiles can be saved for repeat jobs
- Rapida LiveApps (mobile control console, inventory management and consumables tracking)
- Integration into the LogoTronic Professional production data management system
- Customer community – central interface to all digital services and to Koenig & Bauer
- Touchscreen for intuitive access to all machine functions
- Job changeover program enables preparation of the next job while production is still running, achieving makeready savings of up to 50%
- Automatic execution of all preselected makeready processes in time-optimised order
- Presetting of the format and substrate thickness
- Presetting of all substrate-specific air settings
- Job-specific presetting of the ColorTronic ink metering
- Preselection and activation of washing functions - Process automation with ErgoTronic AutoRun permits autonomous execution of a prepared job list, especially in commercial printing → Makeready tasks, production, and colour and register control are realised as elements of a single integrated process
Product category: Machine transportation and machine mounting
Press transport and press assembly
Business expansion, reorganisation or simply a move to new premises will often depend on successful relocation of the existing machinery. Service experts from Koenig & Bauer assist with all the necessary steps, from preparations for the move to installation at the new site. After thorough production and location analyses, a financial, process and re-installation plan is drawn up. This also helps you to simplify your production processes, improve workflows and reduce costs. After the press relocation, you can then benefit from valuable additional production time. Three proven relocation models are offered, each geared to different needs and requirements.
Koenig & Bauer press relocation models
Relocation as seen:
Koenig & Bauer press relocation models
Relocation as seen:
- The fastest and most budget-friendly variant for relocation of a press
- Documentation of the press condition and inspection of the site
- Planning support from an experienced service team
- On the basis of an agreed acceptance report, the press is professionally dismantled and re-assembled by technicians from Koenig & Bauer
- Documentation of the press condition and inspection of the site
- Planning support from an experienced service team
- Assessment of the sheet travel before dismantling
- Renewed testing of sheet travel after successful relocation of the press
- Documentation of the press condition and inspection of the site
- Comprehensive assessment of the print quality before dismantling
- Necessary repairs are included in the package
- Planning support from an experienced service team
- Insured press transport
- Koenig & Bauer experts accompany the return to production: subsequently, proof of the optimum print quality is furnished (PQT/Luchs evaluation)
- Two weeks of training for the press operators
- Performance check approx. 6-8 weeks after commissioning
Product category: Register control systems
Optimal print quality made by Koenig & Bauer – solutions for register control on sheetfed offset presses
The demands placed on print production in terms of topicality, quality and economic efficiency continue to grow. In this situation, attractive concepts for quality measurement and control are imperative. Koenig & Bauer is ideally prepared to meet the challenges and offers future-oriented solutions for print quality control on sheetfed offset presses of the Rapida series – tailored to individual needs, both inline and online.
Koenig & Bauer offers the following solutions for register control:
ErgoTronic ACR
Koenig & Bauer offers the following solutions for register control:
ErgoTronic ACR
- Automatic Camera Register for measurement and control based on single printed sheets using a separate video magnifier
- Manual register measurement and automatic online register control at the console
- Measuring of register deviations by way of special Koenig & Bauer register marks
- Adjustment of lateral, circumferential and diagonal register on the press
- ErgoTronic ImageZoom as an optional video magnifier function in combination with the control wallscreen
- Integrated Camera Register for fully automatic register control based on the scanning of single printed sheets on the console
- Automatic register measurement and automatic online register control at the console
- Measuring of register deviations by way of special Koenig & Bauer register marks incorporated into the colour bars, also independently of colour measurement
- Adjustment of lateral, circumferential and diagonal register on the press
- ErgoTronic ImageZoom as an optional video magnifier function in combination with the control wallscreen
- Integrated Camera Register for fully automatic register measurement and control on the press
- Fully automatic and continuous measuring of register deviations by way of special Koenig & Bauer register marks incorporated into the colour bars
- Adjustment of lateral, circumferential and diagonal register on the press
- Combination with QualiTronic ColorControl is possible
- Faster makeready by eliminating the need to pull sample sheets and by performing measurements during production
VariDry drying systems
The high-performance dryers of the VariDry family from Koenig & Bauer provide optimum drying results in all applications, whether conventional or UV.
Thanks to their modular design, they are perfectly matched to the geometry of Rapida sheetfed offset presses and can be used flexibly for either intermediate or final drying. The environment is also taken into account: The energy-saving VariDryBlue system recirculates the still partially unsaturated hot air and in this way reduces the energy input for heating. Depending on the characteristics of a particular job, savings of up to 50% are possible compared to conventional technologies. Energy is used more efficiently and environmental impacts are reduced.
The following VariDry drying systems are available:
Thanks to their modular design, they are perfectly matched to the geometry of Rapida sheetfed offset presses and can be used flexibly for either intermediate or final drying. The environment is also taken into account: The energy-saving VariDryBlue system recirculates the still partially unsaturated hot air and in this way reduces the energy input for heating. Depending on the characteristics of a particular job, savings of up to 50% are possible compared to conventional technologies. Energy is used more efficiently and environmental impacts are reduced.
The following VariDry drying systems are available:
- VariDry IR/hot air (intermediate and final drying)
- VariDry Blue (equipment variant to enhance energy efficiency)
- VariDry UV (intermediate and final drying)
- VariDry HR-UV
- VariDry LED-UV
Product category: Colour measurement and control systems
Optimal print quality made by Koenig & Bauer – solutions for colour measurement and control on sheetfed offset presses
The demands placed on print production in terms of topicality, quality and economic efficiency continue to grow. Koenig & Bauer is ideally prepared to meet the challenges and offers future-oriented solutions for print quality control on sheetfed offset presses of the Rapida series – tailored to individual needs, both inline and online. They help to reduce makeready times and paper waste, and guarantee a consistently high quality of print production.
From a simple online system through to high-quality inline colour control according to grey balance, there is a range of upgrade options to choose from. Irrespective of the standard on which production is based.
Koenig & Bauer offers the following systems for colour measurement and control:
ErgoTronic ColorControl
From a simple online system through to high-quality inline colour control according to grey balance, there is a range of upgrade options to choose from. Irrespective of the standard on which production is based.
Koenig & Bauer offers the following systems for colour measurement and control:
ErgoTronic ColorControl
- Fully automatic colour measuring and control system for the online determination of optical densities in colour bars and in the printed image via the control console.
- Automatic control of ink key openings
- The following features can be added to round off the ErgoTronic ColorControl system:
- Tabular reporting of all measurement values, including density, ΔE and half-tone values
- EgoTronic Lab for spectral measurement and colour control according to Lab values for CMYK and spot colours
- Color Quality Protocol for tabular reporting of the measurement values from ErgoTronic Lab
- ErgoTronic PSO Match for colour control to ISO/PSO specifications
- ErgoTronic Instrument Flight measures solid densities, half-tones and grey balance patches for colour control, assigning the highest priority to the quality of grey balance in accordance with System Brunner
- Fastest inline system for colour density measurement and control on the press, reduces makeready waste, shortens makeready times dramatically and ensures constant quality over the whole length of the run
- Print quality is monitored by way of a high-resolution camera installed after the final printing unit or coater for straight presses; on perfector presses, a second camera is installed after the last unit before the perfecting unit
- Scanning of every single sheet, even at the maximum production speed of 20,000 sheets per hour
- The following features define QualiTronic ColorControl as a “closed-loop” measuring and control system
- QualiTronic ColorControl PSO Match controls inking in accordance with the Process Standard Offset
- QualiTronic ColorControl ColorView generates quality reports to document the average colour density values for each printing unit over the course of a run
- QualiTronic ColorControl DotView evaluates dot gain on the basis of measurements in the colour bars
- QualiTronic ColorControl Instrument Flight measures solid densities, half-tones and grey balance patches for colour control, assigning the highest priority to the quality of grey balance
- QualiTronic QualityPass generates quality reports to document colour densities, spectral values and dot gain
Product category: UV dryers (conventional and LED)
UV dryers (conventional and LED)
The high-performance UV dryers of the VariDry family from Koenig & Bauer provide optimum drying results in all applications.
VariDry UV
VariDry UV
- Compact dryer module with a UV output of 160 W/cm (stepless control)
- Modules can be used as interdeck or final dryers
- Lamp replacement without tools
- Automatic pile temperature monitoring and dryer control
- Operating hours counter for each individual lamp, irrespective of the position at which it is used
- CleanTronic UV to shorten the waiting times associated with washing
- Use of specially doped mercury lamps in flexible modular design
- Exact matching of the lamps to the highly reactive inks
- Steplessly variable lamp output between 80 W/cm and 200 W/cm
- Reduced energy costs thanks to job-specific setting of the lamp output
- A single HR-UV module is sufficient for the curing of up to 5 highly reactive inks printed “wet-in-wet”
- Ozone-free HR-UV lamps eliminate the need for emission extraction systems in the delivery
- Fast and simple module exchange based on reliable plugged media connections
- Universal dryer module design enables the use of different UV lamp types
- UV lamps in flexible modular design with light-emitting diodes
- Minimised maintenance
- Wavelength matched precisely to the special, highly reactive LED inks
- No warm-up and standby phases to be observed
- UV output can be matched to the format width and length
- Very long service life
- Mercury-free
- Minimal heat input into the substrate
- Same field of applications as HR-UV dryers
Product category: Blanket washing equipment, roller washing equipment
Roller washing systems
To shorten job changeover times and maximise efficiency, the inking units of all Rapida sheetfed offset presses are equipped with high-performance automatic roller washing systems. They offer the following features and benefits:
- 4-media washing system with 3 separate solvent circuits and one water circuit
- Optimum solvent application and effective distribution in the inking unit
- Faster makeready when switching from dark to light colours
- No roller washing paste necessary
- Convenient refilling of the media tanks
- Minimal contamination of the spray bar thanks to an ideal location
- Unhindered access to the spray bar for maintenance and cleaning
- Simple removal of the washing tray for disposal of the ink-solvent emulsion
- Individual programming and central control of the washing programs
- Low-solvent indicator on the ErgoTronic control console
- Fast roller washing thanks to optimised solvent application and more effective distribution in the inking unit
- Splash-free roller washing at speeds of up to 12,000 sheets per hour
- Thorough thinning of the ink and good emulsification thanks to a special washing program for solvent spraying and washing down of the ink rollers
- Very short makeready times when changing spot colours
- Roller washing parallel to production thanks to a separate drive and the facility to disengage the inking units
- Roller washing in parallel to blanket and impression cylinder washing, coating forme changes and production
- Significant reduction in makeready time for frequent changes between spot colours
Product category: Assistence systems
Rapida LiveApps
The Rapida LiveApps place mobile tools for press control, maintenance, inventory management and consumables tracking in the hands of the printer. All the relevant information can simply be called up on a smartphone, for example job data, production times, status messages and maintenance reminders. Inventory management becomes a whole new experience, and tracking of the ink and consumable batches used has never been simpler.
ErgoTronicApp
The ErgoTronicApp releases the control console from all location constraints. Operating functions, status monitoring and maintenance management for Rapida sheetfed offset presses are brought to a mobile device. A glance at their smartphone or tablet provides printers with all details of the current job, and they can thus keep everything under control at all times – even during a brief absence from the press.
A digital maintenance manager supports effective press care and provides on-the-spot, step-by-step explanations of the work to be done. That maximises clarity, saves time and enhances productivity. In addition, mobile user manuals are available, in part also with video elements. And should remote maintenance become necessary, communication and identification of the press and its operator are much simpler.
Benefits:
The ProductionApp is a powerful tool for inventory management and consumables tracking in modern print companies. The stocks at different store locations are summarised, providing for an exact overview of the available supplies at all times. If stock levels fall below a defined threshold, the system automatically informs the responsible employee and can even initiate a restocking order.
The batch numbers of the consumables used in production are associated with the relevant press or an individual printing or finishing unit via NFC tags. At the same time, the remaining stock levels are reduced accordingly. This allows unambiguous tracking of the jobs printed with particular consumables – an invaluable benefit when handling production which demands precise documentation of such consumption data.
Benefits:
ErgoTronicApp
The ErgoTronicApp releases the control console from all location constraints. Operating functions, status monitoring and maintenance management for Rapida sheetfed offset presses are brought to a mobile device. A glance at their smartphone or tablet provides printers with all details of the current job, and they can thus keep everything under control at all times – even during a brief absence from the press.
A digital maintenance manager supports effective press care and provides on-the-spot, step-by-step explanations of the work to be done. That maximises clarity, saves time and enhances productivity. In addition, mobile user manuals are available, in part also with video elements. And should remote maintenance become necessary, communication and identification of the press and its operator are much simpler.
Benefits:
- Location-independent real-time overview of the press status and messages
- Optimisation of necessary maintenance work
- User manuals available directly at the place where tasks are to be performed
- Simple communication for remote maintenance
The ProductionApp is a powerful tool for inventory management and consumables tracking in modern print companies. The stocks at different store locations are summarised, providing for an exact overview of the available supplies at all times. If stock levels fall below a defined threshold, the system automatically informs the responsible employee and can even initiate a restocking order.
The batch numbers of the consumables used in production are associated with the relevant press or an individual printing or finishing unit via NFC tags. At the same time, the remaining stock levels are reduced accordingly. This allows unambiguous tracking of the jobs printed with particular consumables – an invaluable benefit when handling production which demands precise documentation of such consumption data.
Benefits:
- Inventory management for aids and consumables
- Notification or automatic reordering if stocks fall below a defined minimum level
- Support for the tasks of printers and helpers
- Availability of a list of all consumables used in conjunction with a given job (batch tracking)
- Greater customer satisfaction thanks to increased transparency in production
Product category: Autonomous printing
Autonomous printing
Automation of the individual process steps in print production is now more important than ever before in order to exploit the performance capabilities of pressroom technologies to the full. Only then can productivity and competitiveness be increased significantly.
With ErgoTronic AutoRun, Koenig & Bauer presents a new level of process automation for industrial print production. ErgoTronic AutoRun triggers the processing of a given list of print jobs, implementing production parameters, makeready steps and process sequences predefined by the operator.
The principal field of application for ErgoTronic AutoRun is autonomous printing in the commercial segment – for example, multiple short-run jobs or multiple sections for products with high page counts. Language changes are another possibility. Autonomous printing also benefits online printers with their highly standardised and automated processes. And in packaging, too, renewed makeready can be started automatically when the predefined run length is reached, and production can be restarted automatically upon completion of a complex job change.
ErgoTronic AutoRun coordinates the existing automation modules and in this way automates the print process as a whole. At the end of a shift or after processing the complete job list, the press can be stopped manually in the usual manner.
Benefits:
With ErgoTronic AutoRun, Koenig & Bauer presents a new level of process automation for industrial print production. ErgoTronic AutoRun triggers the processing of a given list of print jobs, implementing production parameters, makeready steps and process sequences predefined by the operator.
The principal field of application for ErgoTronic AutoRun is autonomous printing in the commercial segment – for example, multiple short-run jobs or multiple sections for products with high page counts. Language changes are another possibility. Autonomous printing also benefits online printers with their highly standardised and automated processes. And in packaging, too, renewed makeready can be started automatically when the predefined run length is reached, and production can be restarted automatically upon completion of a complex job change.
ErgoTronic AutoRun coordinates the existing automation modules and in this way automates the print process as a whole. At the end of a shift or after processing the complete job list, the press can be stopped manually in the usual manner.
Benefits:
- Standard for industrial print production
- Automatic execution of a prepared job list
- Significant productivity increase in commercial and packaging printing
- Decentralised process monitoring via mobile devices and Rapida LiveApp
Product category: Coating machines
Coating machines
Koenig & Bauer offers state-of-the-art coating machines based on the technologies of its Rapida sheetfed offset series. They are ideally suited for single and multiple coating applications, for example in companies which specialise in the finishing of print products. The machines comprise a feeder and delivery, alongside the appropriate coater and drying units and delivery extensions in different dimensions. Printing units enabling special finishing processes can also be integrated. Finishing machines from Koenig & Bauer stand out with a multitude of features and automation solutions. These include:
Coater
Coater
- Chamber blade coating system with laser-engraved anilox roller
- Remote adjustment of the printing pressure
- Remote adjustment of lateral, circumferential and diagonal register
- Quick-action clamps with register pin system for coating plates
- Anilox rollers in lightweight design to facilitate fast and simple exchange of the chamber blade
- Hydropneumatic chamber blade control for constant and even coating application
- HydroComp blade pressure control ensures maximum blade life
- Coating supply system for dispersion and UV coatings in separate circuits
- Central control from the console
- Fully automatic cleaning for dispersion and/or UV coatings
- Excellent cleaning result permits immediate re-use of the coating system
- Heater for UV coatings
- Specialty Circulation Kit for metallic coatings and other special applications
- DriveTronic SFC (Simultaneous Forme Change): Automated coating forme change with changeover time of 1-2 minutes (format-dependent)
- Coating forme changes parallel to other makeready processes on the printing unit
- AniloxLoader for Rapida 106 X: System for fully automatic anilox roller exchange
- AniSleeve for Rapida 145/164: Tool-free anilox sleeve exchange by a single operator, also parallel to other makeready processes or production
- Fully automatic monitoring of the filling level
- Prevents coating starvation and accidental dry-running of the blade chamber
- Approx. 70% smaller chamber volume
- Higher flow rate of the coating
- Prevents coating starvation and reduces the tendency to foam
- Constant coating quality thanks to even pressure distribution and linear motion into contact with the roller
- Automatic compensation of blade wear
- Basis for production speeds of up to 20,000 sheets per hour
Product category: Fold gluing machines
Folder gluers
Practically boundless diversity in modern folding carton production – made possible by the folder gluers of the Omega family manufactured by Koenig & Bauer Duran. The various machine models process a comprehensive range of materials from carton to corrugated board. Automated machine settings are combined with minimal makeready at job changeovers to enhance productivity and enable economically efficient production processes in daily business. Not least for this reason, Omega folder gluers are the ideal choice for particularly complex packaging applications.
The Omega family comprises four different series with a total of 18 format and equipment variants. Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions from the broadest product portfolio on the market:
Omega Intro
Models 80 – 110 – 145
“Best-in-price” with superior productivity
Omega Allpro
Models 35 - 55 - 70 - 90 - 110 - 130 - 145 - 165
The perfect all-rounder – high performance and exceptional versatility for individual projects
Omega Alius
Models 35 - 55 - 70 - 90 - 110 - 130 - 145 - 165
The high-speed folder gluer with speeds of up to 600 m/s – the “game changer” when it comes to automatic makeready
Omega Magnus
Models 210 – 230
The flagship for demanding corrugated board applications
Additional equipment for even more efficiency in daily production
The Omega family comprises four different series with a total of 18 format and equipment variants. Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions from the broadest product portfolio on the market:
Omega Intro
Models 80 – 110 – 145
“Best-in-price” with superior productivity
Omega Allpro
Models 35 - 55 - 70 - 90 - 110 - 130 - 145 - 165
The perfect all-rounder – high performance and exceptional versatility for individual projects
Omega Alius
Models 35 - 55 - 70 - 90 - 110 - 130 - 145 - 165
The high-speed folder gluer with speeds of up to 600 m/s – the “game changer” when it comes to automatic makeready
Omega Magnus
Models 210 – 230
The flagship for demanding corrugated board applications
Additional equipment for even more efficiency in daily production
- Omega Pre-Feeder to ensure a continuous flow of blanks into the folder gluer
- Omega Nick Breaker for the efficient folding and gluing of special-design blanks, for example beverage multi-packs with nicks
- Omega Turnpro for the processing of complicated folding carton constructions in a single pass
- Omega Pack for fully automatic, high-speed case packing with a single machine operator
Product category: Flatbed die-cutting machines
Strong and authentic – die-cutting solutions for modern folding carton production
The medium- and large-format flatbed die-cutters manufactured by Koenig & Bauer Iberica in Barcelona, Spain, are designed for the die-cutting of high-quality board and corrugated packaging up to a maximum format of 1,050 x 1,450 mm. They are characterised by ultimate substrate flexibility, a multitude of automation modules and components geared towards faster makeready, and exceptional ease of operation. Integrated stripping and blanking stations enable precise tailoring to individual requirements.
With the CutPRO Q 106 SB, Koenig & Bauer Iberica is bringing a brand new generation of die-cutters onto the market. The high-performance feeder taken over from the Rapida medium-format press series is just one of the cutting-edge features which place the CutPRO Q 106 SB on an entirely new technology platform and make effective use of synergy effects shared with sheetfed offset printing presses. Further technical solutions, such as a new interleaving facility at the delivery or the “Cut2Print” registration system for exact sheet positioning ahead of the process unit, stand for maximum performance and the shortest possible makeready times.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
With the CutPRO Q 106 SB, Koenig & Bauer Iberica is bringing a brand new generation of die-cutters onto the market. The high-performance feeder taken over from the Rapida medium-format press series is just one of the cutting-edge features which place the CutPRO Q 106 SB on an entirely new technology platform and make effective use of synergy effects shared with sheetfed offset printing presses. Further technical solutions, such as a new interleaving facility at the delivery or the “Cut2Print” registration system for exact sheet positioning ahead of the process unit, stand for maximum performance and the shortest possible makeready times.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds for Optima 106 up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Production speeds for Optima 106 K up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 1,050 x 1,450 mm
- Substrates from 100 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 4 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 7,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 9,000 sheets per hour
Product category: Rotary die-cutting machines
Rotary die-cutters
Koenig & Bauer offers the ultimate in post-press performance with the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106. Developed on the basis of the proven Rapida medium-format press series, it stands for the very latest die-cutting technology and a virtually boundless scope of applications. Whether for folding cartons, elegant presentation folders or inmould labels – the CutPRO X 106 takes die-cutting, embossing, creasing, perforating, stripping and blanking in its stride. All in a single pass.
DriveTronic system components, Venturi sheet guiding, universal gripper systems and the AirTronic delivery are just some of the features which provide outstanding die-cutting performance. Various machine configurations and equipment packages can be selected to match individual needs and requirements – for products of the highest quality, processed with absolute precision and care.
CutPRO X 106 – the game-changer – stands out with
DriveTronic system components, Venturi sheet guiding, universal gripper systems and the AirTronic delivery are just some of the features which provide outstanding die-cutting performance. Various machine configurations and equipment packages can be selected to match individual needs and requirements – for products of the highest quality, processed with absolute precision and care.
CutPRO X 106 – the game-changer – stands out with
- a maximum sheet format of 780 x 1,060 mm
- production speeds of up to 15,000 sheets per hour for maximum output
- high-speed production also for embossing
- up to 4 individual process units
- high substrate flexibility covering the range from 0.03 to 0.6 mm
- the sidelay-free infeed DriveTronic SIS for absolutely precise sheet positioning and alignment
- the register pin system “Click & Cut” for maximum register accuracy and the fastest possible makeready
- convenient, tool-free forme changes in less than 2 minutes
- a reel-to-sheet feeder for the processing of reel stocks, e.g. IML films
- more than 70,000 net sheets per 8-hour shift
- the intuitive operating concept of the Rapida series
- full integration into the printshop workflow for production data acquisition
- “picture-perfect pallets” enabling immediate further processing of the die-cut sheets
Product category: Automatic die-cutters
Die-cutters
As a solutions provider for packaging printing, Koenig & Bauer offers a comprehensive portfolio of flatbed and rotary die-cutters for maximum performance in industrial converting.
The medium- and large-format flatbed die-cutters manufactured in Barcelona, Spain, are designed for the die-cutting of high-quality board and corrugated packaging up to a maximum format of 1,050 x 1,450 mm. They are characterised by ultimate substrate flexibility, modern automation modules and exceptional ease of operation. Integrated stripping and blanking stations enable precise tailoring to individual requirements.
Developed on the basis of the proven Rapida medium-format press series, the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106 stands for the very latest die-cutting technology and a virtually boundless scope of applications. Whether for folding cartons, elegant presentation folders or inmould labels – the CutPRO X 106 takes die-cutting, embossing, creasing, perforating, stripping and blanking in its stride. All in a single pass.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Flatbed die-cutters
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
CutPRO X 106
The medium- and large-format flatbed die-cutters manufactured in Barcelona, Spain, are designed for the die-cutting of high-quality board and corrugated packaging up to a maximum format of 1,050 x 1,450 mm. They are characterised by ultimate substrate flexibility, modern automation modules and exceptional ease of operation. Integrated stripping and blanking stations enable precise tailoring to individual requirements.
Developed on the basis of the proven Rapida medium-format press series, the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106 stands for the very latest die-cutting technology and a virtually boundless scope of applications. Whether for folding cartons, elegant presentation folders or inmould labels – the CutPRO X 106 takes die-cutting, embossing, creasing, perforating, stripping and blanking in its stride. All in a single pass.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Flatbed die-cutters
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds for Optima 106 up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Production speeds for Optima 106 K up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 1,050 x 1,450 mm
- Substrates from 100 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 4 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 7,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 9,000 sheets per hour
CutPRO X 106
- Format 780 x 1,060 mm
- Substrate range from 0.03 mm to 0.6 mm
- Production speeds up to 15,000 sheets per hour
Product category: Die-cutting machines
Die-cutters
As a solutions provider for packaging printing, Koenig & Bauer offers a comprehensive portfolio of flatbed and rotary die-cutters for maximum performance in industrial converting.
The medium- and large-format flatbed die-cutters manufactured in Barcelona, Spain, are designed for the die-cutting of high-quality board and corrugated packaging up to a maximum format of 1,050 x 1,450 mm. They are characterised by ultimate substrate flexibility, modern automation modules and exceptional ease of operation. Integrated stripping and blanking stations enable precise tailoring to individual requirements.
Developed on the basis of the proven Rapida medium-format press series, the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106 stands for the very latest die-cutting technology and a virtually boundless scope of applications. Whether for folding cartons, elegant presentation folders or inmould labels – the CutPRO X 106 takes die-cutting, embossing, creasing, perforating, stripping and blanking in its stride. All in a single pass, up to a maximum format of 780 x 1,060 mm and at production speeds of up to 15,000 sheets per hour.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Flatbed die-cutters
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
CutPRO X 106
The medium- and large-format flatbed die-cutters manufactured in Barcelona, Spain, are designed for the die-cutting of high-quality board and corrugated packaging up to a maximum format of 1,050 x 1,450 mm. They are characterised by ultimate substrate flexibility, modern automation modules and exceptional ease of operation. Integrated stripping and blanking stations enable precise tailoring to individual requirements.
Developed on the basis of the proven Rapida medium-format press series, the rotary die-cutter CutPRO X 106 stands for the very latest die-cutting technology and a virtually boundless scope of applications. Whether for folding cartons, elegant presentation folders or inmould labels – the CutPRO X 106 takes die-cutting, embossing, creasing, perforating, stripping and blanking in its stride. All in a single pass, up to a maximum format of 780 x 1,060 mm and at production speeds of up to 15,000 sheets per hour.
Simply choose the solution which best matches your particular requirements and production conditions:
Flatbed die-cutters
Optima 106 / Optima 106 K
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds for Optima 106 up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Production speeds for Optima 106 K up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 8,500 sheets per hour
- Format 1,050 x 1,450 mm
- Substrates from 100 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 4 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 7,500 sheets per hour
- Format 750 x 1,060 mm
- Substrates from 90 g/m² up to 1.5 mm board and up to 3 mm corrugated
- Production speeds up to 9,000 sheets per hour
CutPRO X 106
- Format 780 x 1,060 mm
- Substrate range from 0.03 mm to 0.6 mm
- Production speeds up to 15,000 sheets per hour
Product category: Quality inspection systems
Optimal print quality made by Koenig & Bauer – solutions for sheet inspection on sheetfed offset presses
In order to meet increasing demands for higher quality, sheetfed offset presses from Koenig & Bauer can be equipped with a wide variety of quality measurement and control systems. They help to reduce makeready times and paper waste, and guarantee a consistently high quality of print production.
To accommodate individual production requirements and the applicable quality parameters, three system variants are offered for sheet inspection. They differ in terms of resolution and identify even the tiniest flaws in a printed image.
Koenig & Bauer offers the following systems for sheet inspection:
QualiTronic PrintCheck
To accommodate individual production requirements and the applicable quality parameters, three system variants are offered for sheet inspection. They differ in terms of resolution and identify even the tiniest flaws in a printed image.
Koenig & Bauer offers the following systems for sheet inspection:
QualiTronic PrintCheck
- Unique solution combining colour measurement and sheet inspection in a single camera system
- The colour measuring camera with LED illumination is integrated directly into the press and permits fully automatic comparison of the printed sheets with a previously defined reference
- Several good sheets are evaluated when printing starts, as the basis for automatic generation of a production reference and automatic determination of the inspection parameters
- All subsequent sheets are compared with the reference
- Deviations or errors detected in the image are visualised on the monitor screen and can be marked in the pile by way of a tag inserter (option)
- Automated reporting function as proof of quality
- Fast reaction to deviations enhances production reliability
- Expansion of the QualiTronic ColorControl system by incorporating sheet inspection and comparison of the printed sheet with a pre-press PDF
- One camera system for colour measurement, sheet inspection and PDF comparison
- Automatic sheet inspection for high production reliability
- Errors can be detected before the start of actual production
- Fast reaction to deviations reduces waste significantly
- Especially useful in case of frequent job changes
- Inline inspection system for content monitoring: every printed sheet is compared with a predefined reference sheet in an inline process
- Detection of image flaws down to 90 µm provides for maximum production reliability and high quality in the pile
- Two high-resolution cameras are installed after the last printing unit or coater, with separate systems for both sides of the sheet on perfector presses
- Comparisons can be performed for whole sheets or individual blanks
- Detected errors can be visualised and documented
- Certificates and reports as proof of quality for the final customer
Product category: Automation solutions
User-oriented automation
Rapida sheetfed offset presses stand out with automation concepts to match the particular needs of every application. They are built for performance down to the last detail – to maximise net sheet output, to minimise makeready times, and to make full use of their production capabilities. In this way, even ambitious individual targets can be met perfectly in print production.
One important element for automated production is the DriveTronic concept. Wherever high performance is required, dedicated drives ensure optimised sequences and parallel processes that markedly reduce makeready times.
DriveTronic at a glance
CleanTronic at a glance
One important element for automated production is the DriveTronic concept. Wherever high performance is required, dedicated drives ensure optimised sequences and parallel processes that markedly reduce makeready times.
DriveTronic at a glance
- DriveTronic Feeder: maximum preset capabilities
- DriveTronic Infeed: remote motorised adjustment of the feed line
- DriveTronic SIS: sidelay-free infeed
- DriveTronic SRW: roller washing parallel to other makeready processes, optionally with multiple solvent circuits
- DriveTronic SPC: simultaneous plate change in all printing units
- DriveTronic PlateIdent: plate identification directly on the press
- Flying JobChange: fully automatic plate change without interrupting production
- DriveTronic SFC: automated coating forme change, parallel to other makeready processes in the printing units
- Autonomous production of a prepared job list
- Makeready tasks, production, and colour and register control are realised as elements of a single integrated process
- Maximum level of automation in print production
CleanTronic at a glance
- CleanTronic for simultaneous washing of rollers and blankets or rollers and impression cylinders
- CleanTronic Synchro: simultaneous washing of blankets and impression cylinders parallel to plate change with DriveTronic SPC
- CleanTronic Multi: multi-media washing system permitting the use of different ink systems
- CleanTronic UV: safety functions to eliminate waiting times before and after cylinder washing in UV production
- “PrintClean” function: targeted stripping of the remaining ink from printing plates and blankets as an alternative to blanket washing
Product category: Sheet-fed offset printing machines – inline foiling
Sheetfed offset presses with inline cold foil system
For many years now, Koenig & Bauer has worked consistently on the development and optimisation of inline finishing methods. The solutions range from straightforward protective coatings to breathtaking effects based on the hybrid technology. But that is not all: modules enabling inline cold foil application in sheetfed offset are an established component of the proven Rapida press series. The focus is on medium formats, although the efficient systems are also in use on numerous half- and large-format presses. Users can choose from various cold foil modules and additional system components, depending on the particular application, the desired level of automation and the available space.
Whether for labels, packaging or commercial work, in security printing or highly specialised applications such as facsimiles, the captivating quality on very diverse substrates speaks for itself. Metal, water, glass, gleaming surfaces, delicate design elements with the finest linework and type down to 3 pt, and even half-tone areas – all these can be produced realistically and simply with the cold foil technology.
For the sheetfed offset press itself, all the feature specifications mentioned under “Sheetfed offset presses without perfecting” apply.
Whether for labels, packaging or commercial work, in security printing or highly specialised applications such as facsimiles, the captivating quality on very diverse substrates speaks for itself. Metal, water, glass, gleaming surfaces, delicate design elements with the finest linework and type down to 3 pt, and even half-tone areas – all these can be produced realistically and simply with the cold foil technology.
For the sheetfed offset press itself, all the feature specifications mentioned under “Sheetfed offset presses without perfecting” apply.
Product category: Printing machines for tin printing
Printing machines for metal printing
As a system supplier to the metal packaging industry, Koenig & Bauer offers complete systems for the decoration of 2- and 3-piece cans. The range includes production lines for printing, coating and drying of metal sheets as well as printing systems and drying ovens for 2-piece beverage cans.
MetalStar 3
The fastest metal decorating press in the world with an output of up to 9,000 sheets per hour. Numerous automation features ensure shortest make-ready times and highest productivity.
MetalControl, the inline colour measurement system for MetalStar 3, scans each printed sheet using a high-resolution line-scan camera. The ink densities are recorded and the difference to the target density is determined. The control is fully automatic and requires no operator intervention. The system also generates measurement reports in PDF format.
Highest print quality meets robust machine technology. It prints even the most challenging sheet types and thicknesses stably and reliably and at the same time offers the highest standard of automation.
MetalStar 3
The fastest metal decorating press in the world with an output of up to 9,000 sheets per hour. Numerous automation features ensure shortest make-ready times and highest productivity.
- Sidelay-free infeed DriveTronic SIS
- Simultaneous plate change DriveTronic SPC
- Automated blanket change with RBC
- Reduced washing times with CleanTronic Synchro
MetalControl, the inline colour measurement system for MetalStar 3, scans each printed sheet using a high-resolution line-scan camera. The ink densities are recorded and the difference to the target density is determined. The control is fully automatic and requires no operator intervention. The system also generates measurement reports in PDF format.
- Consistent ink densities over the entire sheet run
- Faster achievement of target densities during make-ready
- Simple and automated setup
Highest print quality meets robust machine technology. It prints even the most challenging sheet types and thicknesses stably and reliably and at the same time offers the highest standard of automation.
- Robust feeder and optimised sheet transport
- MetalStar 3 printing units for ultimate print quality and automation
- Centralised press control via the ErgoTronic console
- MetalCoat 470 - solid and reliable even with thin materials and scroll sheets
- MetalCoat 480 - perfect for use within a UV printing line for protective coating
- MetalCoat 483 - developed to meet the growing demands of the market for quality, productivity and sophisticated coatings. With the newly developed 3-roller coating application system, all conventional as well as BPA-free coatings can be perfectly processed.
- Energy-efficient HighEcon thermal drying oven
- UV drying systems
- Beverage can drying ovens (2-piece drying ovens)
- Belt ovens for cans and twist-off caps
- Drying ovens for the drum industry
- Pallet changers
- Sheet inspection systems
- Transport systems
- Modular stacking systems
- Pile turners
- Logistics solutions
Product category: Dryers, UV dryers (conventional and LED)
Drying Ovens for the metal packaging industry
More than 80 years of experience in drying technology make Koenig & Bauer a specialist. We supply both conventional thermal drying ovens and modern UV dryers. In addition to sheet drying ovens and ovens for 2-piece beverage cans, we also offer special dryers for the drum industry and belt ovens.
HighEcon drying oven - highest efficiency
HighEcon drying oven - highest efficiency
- Gas cost reduced by up to 70%.
- Repeatable job programs and remote service
- Handling of thin sheets down to a thickness of 0.100 mm
- High level of efficiency through the use of state-of-the-art reflectors
- Plug & Play replacement
- Integrated operating hours counter in each module
- Intelligent air flow management
- New design of air delivery plates
- Optimised heat transfer to the can with large energy savings
- Constant curing quality at all speeds
- Intelligent air flow management
- Reduced energy consumption due to innovative fan concept
- Drum drying ovens for new drums or reconditioned drums, 1 to 4 rows or as a double tunnel
- Thermal drying ovens for drum sheets
- Wicket dryers for drum ends and drum lids
- Drying ovens for drum lids and drum ends that are placed in racks
Product category: Coating machines
Coating machines for metal sheets
As a system supplier for the metal packaging industry, Koenig & Bauer offers complete systems for metal decorating. Our coating machines are tailored to your specific application.
MetalCoat 470 - stable and reliable even with very thin materials and scroll sheets.
MetalCoat 470 - stable and reliable even with very thin materials and scroll sheets.
- VacuMatic infeed for absolute register accuracy
- Newly developed 3-roller coating application system
- Reduced consumption thanks to new three-roller system
- Dedicated drives for perfect coating results
- Reduced make-ready times thanks to job memory
- Process-optimised coating application systems
- Highest coating accuracy thanks to individual drive technology
- Up to 25% faster make-ready
- Newly developed 3-roller coating application system
- Laser-assisted cylinder positioning
Product category: Production planning and control software
LogoTronic – Your True Productivity Companion.
With LogoTronic, Koenig & Bauer offers you ultimate planning quality and productivity.
LogoTronic enhances your productivity: Production planning, machine presetting, tracking and reporting. The scalable LogoTronic system fits seamlessly into your production workflow and grows in line with your business needs and capabilities. With LogoTronic, you can achieve your goals quickly and simply, and lend a sustainable boost to your productivity.
LogoTronic keeps you connected at all times and wherever you may be: Check the current production status, take a quick look at your key production figures, and make informed decisions without delay – and that in the simplest way possible via clear dashboards and reports. With the LogoTronic Mobile option, all the above can even be done while on the move.
LogoTronic has an eye on everything: LogoTronic not only tracks your shop floor data. It works together with your MIS and helps you to optimise your day-to-day business in administration and production. With such a comprehensive overview at your fingertips, you can rest assured that everything is under control, in full accordance with your business planning.
LogoTronic enhances your productivity: Production planning, machine presetting, tracking and reporting. The scalable LogoTronic system fits seamlessly into your production workflow and grows in line with your business needs and capabilities. With LogoTronic, you can achieve your goals quickly and simply, and lend a sustainable boost to your productivity.
LogoTronic keeps you connected at all times and wherever you may be: Check the current production status, take a quick look at your key production figures, and make informed decisions without delay – and that in the simplest way possible via clear dashboards and reports. With the LogoTronic Mobile option, all the above can even be done while on the move.
LogoTronic has an eye on everything: LogoTronic not only tracks your shop floor data. It works together with your MIS and helps you to optimise your day-to-day business in administration and production. With such a comprehensive overview at your fingertips, you can rest assured that everything is under control, in full accordance with your business planning.
Product category: Job costing and project management software
Software for calculation and order processing
Koenig & Bauer helps you to increase order volumes and generate additional profit with tools to facilitate fast and intelligent quotation calculations. The flexible and practice-proven templates provided by the Optimus dash MIS are adapted to the particular products and specifications of the print and packaging industry. This enables you to respond even faster to enquiries and ultimately to generate more orders.
- The Sales Enquiry & Calculation Engine supports fast, efficient and accurate quotation preparation for the most varied products, ensuring a prompt reaction to incoming enquiries and maximising successful sales
- Dynamically generated product templates specify the necessary materials and production steps for each component of a product, for efficient automated quotation preparation and fully defined production jobs
- Automated processing of incoming orders with automatic transfer of an electronic job ticket, including JDF-compliant stripping parameters, to the production department – without further manual inputs or data duplication
Product category: Production and machine data processing
Shop floor data collection
With LogoTronic, Koenig & Bauer enables automatic and gapless shop floor data collection from your printing presses and post-press machines – as a foundation for the implementation of Industry 4.0. Sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness are only genuinely possible if you are prepared to embrace technical advances and implement them in your company. In the age of digitalisation and Industry 4.0, your own progress has become more important than ever. Shop floor data collection, too, is today no longer dependent on manual inputs.
Shop floor data collection
Shop floor data collection
- Fully automatic shop floor data collection combined with a high level of reliability and convenience for the operator
- Real-time status information from production, e.g. times, resource data, personnel data, etc., are shared via the JDF/JMF interface to enable exact production planning and precise preliminary and final costing of the print jobs
- Automatic tracking of operator login/logout times permits detailed reporting on working hours
- Unique tracking function enables automatic recording of all non-productive times, and fast accurate assignment to the standard time categories according to BVDM
- The automatically logged time is assigned to a user-defined event by selecting the reason for the downtime from a predefined list of reasons presented on the console
- EventLog can also be combined with the blocking of all further activity on the machine, thus requiring the operator to react to an event immediately, for transparent real-time data collection
- EventLog forms the basis for successful lean management by capturing and accurately assigning every user-defined event
- LogoTronic enables shop floor and machine data collection from third-party machines via a data collection terminal and LogoLinkBox
- The software of the LogoTronic data collection terminal allows all jobs on third-party machines to be started or ended automatically at the press of a button
- Automatic tracking of times, quantities produced and all arising events for the individual work steps
- The LogoTronic data collection terminal software ensures absolute transparency over all machines on the shop floor
Product category: Management information systems
MIS solutions
With Optimus dash, Koenig & Bauer offers you an ideal tool for management control and maximum transparency. Optimus dash – Your True Business Companion.
Optimus dash accelerates your business processes and supports flexibility: Every company is unique, but Optimus adapts perfectly to your individual requirements. Benefit from the flexible and practice-proven product templates. Regardless of the particular substrates, processes or products which characterise your business, Optimus is always tailor-made for your purpose – the software solution to meet all branch-specific demands.
Optimus dash enables you to raise efficiency to a new level: You want to implement lean and highly automated processes? Then follow the lean principles for process optimisation and rely on Optimus as the innovation leader. Through the integration of production and business processes, you benefit from absolute control over every aspect of your company activities. Efficiency and effectiveness is boosted all along your value chain.
Optimus dash makes you a sales winner: Increase your return on sales by concentrating on the customers and products which Optimus CRM has identified as those promising the highest margins. With the Optimus Cloud Web2Print software, furthermore, you can generate more direct online sales. The growth in your sales figures is both significant and sustainable.
Optimus dash accelerates your business processes and supports flexibility: Every company is unique, but Optimus adapts perfectly to your individual requirements. Benefit from the flexible and practice-proven product templates. Regardless of the particular substrates, processes or products which characterise your business, Optimus is always tailor-made for your purpose – the software solution to meet all branch-specific demands.
Optimus dash enables you to raise efficiency to a new level: You want to implement lean and highly automated processes? Then follow the lean principles for process optimisation and rely on Optimus as the innovation leader. Through the integration of production and business processes, you benefit from absolute control over every aspect of your company activities. Efficiency and effectiveness is boosted all along your value chain.
Optimus dash makes you a sales winner: Increase your return on sales by concentrating on the customers and products which Optimus CRM has identified as those promising the highest margins. With the Optimus Cloud Web2Print software, furthermore, you can generate more direct online sales. The growth in your sales figures is both significant and sustainable.
Product category: Workflow systems
Workflow systems
Koenig & Bauer accompanies the digital transformation of your company with expert knowledge and intelligent, tailored software solutions. End-to-end processes with as few interfaces as possible between preparation of a quotation and delivery of the finished print product are the key to sustainability.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
Product category: JDF applications
JDF applications
Koenig & Bauer accompanies the digital transformation of your company with expert knowledge and intelligent, tailored software solutions. End-to-end processes with as few interfaces as possible between preparation of a quotation and delivery of the finished print product are the key to sustainability.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
Product category: CIP4 applications
CIP4 applications
Koenig & Bauer accompanies the digital transformation of your company with expert knowledge and intelligent, tailored software solutions. End-to-end processes with as few interfaces as possible between preparation of a quotation and delivery of the finished print product are the key to sustainability.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
The CIP4-JDF interface supports company-wide integration of your administrative and production processes. In this way, our workflow solutions facilitate the consistent digitalisation of your business processes and enable you to automate your overall print process to the maximum extent – while nevertheless retaining full control at all times.
Product category: Software for production preparation
Software for job preparation in Optimus
With the Optimus packaging module, Koenig & Bauer supplies the ultimate tool for the fast and efficient creation of nested imposition layouts for your folding cartons.
- Optimus packaging module facilitates the automatic definition of production jobs on the basis of a comprehensive database of information describing folding carton and die-cutting contours, etc.
- Optimus packaging module determines the imposition which allows for optimal utilisation of the sheet space, taking into account nesting, and automatically creates a production-ready PDF file.
- Optimus packaging module improves your work processes in job preparation and pre-press, and reduces your process costs, especially in case of repeat jobs
Product category: Web-to-Print
Web-to-print with Optimus
With Optimus Cloud W2P, Koenig & Bauer helps you to become a sales achiever by making it easier for your customers to place their orders.
- Optimus Cloud W2P is a user-friendly B2B solution for highly automated print product purchasing, geared to attracting more customers and orders and increasing your return on sales
- Optimus Cloud W2P grants your customers immediate access to all necessary information – from the initial enquiry to product delivery – and helps to strengthen customer loyalty
Calculators
Koenig & Bauer helps you to increase order volumes and generate additional profit with tools to facilitate fast and intelligent quotation calculations. The flexible and practice-proven templates provided by the Optimus dash MIS are adapted to the particular products and specifications of the print and packaging industry. This enables you to respond even faster to enquiries and ultimately to generate more orders.
- The Sales Enquiry & Calculation Engine supports fast, efficient and accurate quotation preparation for the most varied products, ensuring a prompt reaction to incoming enquiries and maximising successful sales
- Dynamically generated product templates specify the necessary materials and production steps for each component of a product, for efficient automated quotation preparation and fully defined production jobs
- Automated processing of incoming orders with automatic transfer of an electronic job ticket, including JDF-compliant stripping parameters, to the production department – without further manual inputs or data duplication
Product category: Onlineprintshop
Online print shop
With Optimus Cloud W2P, Koenig & Bauer helps you to become a sales achiever by making it easier for your customers to place their orders.
- Optimus Cloud W2P is a user-friendly B2B solution for highly automated print product purchasing, geared to attracting more customers and orders and increasing your return on sales
- Optimus Cloud W2P grants your customers immediate access to all necessary information – from the initial enquiry to product delivery – and helps to strengthen customer loyalty
Product category: Traceability
One step ahead with laser marking
- Brand experience personalised with unique QR codes
- More than 100 QR codes per second at a speed of 1000 m/min
- High resolution and micro-precision without loss of quality
- Flawless readability and smartphone-optimised dot size provides users with the optimal readability of 2D codes
What sets us apart here is the speed of the coding. Conventional belt speeds in packaging lines are usually between 10 - 100 m/min. Comparable laser systems are in this range. The use in printing presses, however, usually start at 300 m/min. Applications with 600 m/min up to 1000 m/min are also conceivable for our lasers. So we use our speed advantage here and offer our customers solutions that perhaps no one had thought of before.
alphaJET 5 is raising the bar even higher in the field of industrial marking
- Perfect start-stop behaviour saves time
- Cost saving through increased performance
- Environmentally friendly ink portfolio
The extremely reliable alphaJET is shown in the new series with even more power and includes an impressive range of features as standard.
Equipped with the new Smart Start Technology, the motto is "Switch on and production starts". Time losses due to cleaning work when starting up the production line are completely eliminated. The alphaJET 5 is easy to operate and can be integrated into existing production lines without any problems thanks to its open interfaces.
It is operated directly via the large, high-contrast display with operator guidance and on-screen help for immediate assistance. If the alphaJET 5 is integrated into a network, it can also be controlled from a central location. Modern software solutions optimise the production process by monitoring and direct communication with the printer. Manual typing errors are eliminated. This increases productivity.
No compromise on savings
The alphaJET 5 HS-M also features Re-Solve Ultra solvent recovery. The inkjet therefore continues to score with the lowest solvent consumption values (< 2 ml/h). Supplemented by the innovative ink portfolio with a very large, environmentally friendly selection for every application and extended replacement intervals for the pumps and filters used, this printer is very contemporary and can be used with a clear conscience.
The alphaJET 5 (five) series, however, is now even more high-performance with its well-known reliability. Thanks to the development of new technical features such as Smart Start Technology, this continuous inkjet can dispense with the necessary cleaning work before production starts. This also saves time.
CIJ alphaJET 5 supports flexibly in product coding, now and in the future.
Product category: Printing machines for security printing
Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions: We make banknote possible
Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions was founded as Organisation Giori in 1952 and is part of the Special Segment from the Koenig & Bauer Group since 2001.
Recognised as a worldwide expert, Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions is a complete solutions provider committed to lead the way in the high security printing world. We can accompany our customers along the complete journey from the early stages to the finished product with each step from the concept of a printing plant to conception and design of banknotes, platemaking, printing and beyond.
At Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions we are the only supplier able to provide our customers with a complete range of equipment, knowhow and services across six major security printing processes: Simultan Offset, Screen, Application, Intaglio, Numbering &Varnishing and Finishing. With our modular systems, we assist our clients' expectations to grow with their demand.
Being involved each step of banknote production enables us to be at our customer’s side whenever and wherever they need us.
With more than 66 clients worldwide and with over 95% of the world’s banknotes being produced using at least one of our innovative technologies, we are committed
to ensuring the highest banknote security, efficiency and sustainability for future generations.
Recognised as a worldwide expert, Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions is a complete solutions provider committed to lead the way in the high security printing world. We can accompany our customers along the complete journey from the early stages to the finished product with each step from the concept of a printing plant to conception and design of banknotes, platemaking, printing and beyond.
At Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions we are the only supplier able to provide our customers with a complete range of equipment, knowhow and services across six major security printing processes: Simultan Offset, Screen, Application, Intaglio, Numbering &Varnishing and Finishing. With our modular systems, we assist our clients' expectations to grow with their demand.
Being involved each step of banknote production enables us to be at our customer’s side whenever and wherever they need us.
With more than 66 clients worldwide and with over 95% of the world’s banknotes being produced using at least one of our innovative technologies, we are committed
to ensuring the highest banknote security, efficiency and sustainability for future generations.
Product category: Wide-web flexographic printing machines
Flexo presses
Koenig & Bauer Flexotecnica S.p.A. is a leading supplier of central impression flexographic presses, with customers in 63 countries. As a member of the German Koenig & Bauer Group, the world’s oldest printing press manufacturer, we back up our presses with excellent pre-sale consulting and after-sales service through more than 30 subsidiaries and agents worldwide.
Our portfolio - the result of longstanding experience, proven design and advanced technical know-how - includes CI Flexo Presses which are designed for a wide range of applications to meet the nowadays highest market expectations in terms of printing quality, productivity and operational efficiency. Designed to be safe and user friendly with a high level of automation, they guarantee a very long operational life as a result of their durability and upgradeability. Advanced press design, as well as modern control systems with intelligent software in line with Industry 4.0 have been developed to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
The Evo XD is the all-round flexo press for individual demands in the field of flexible packaging printing for processing plastic film, paper and board in a variety of print run lengths equipped with 8 or 10 print units is sold successfully worldwide. The Evo XD series has been engineered with the objective of achieving consistent high quality flexo printing with a cost-optimised investment thanks to a comprehensive package of ergonomic operating solutions which ensure high productivity and environmental sustainability. The machine layout shows a “versatile” configuration so to enable the application of any print technology, either solvent- or water based, in this way keeping the machine investment away from any future technological obsolescence.
Developed for top performance in terms of quality, productivity and operational efficiency, the Evo “XG” series is a highly automated flexo press for the efficient processing of a wide range of films, papers and cardboards at production speeds of up to 600 m/min. It can be configured for 8, 10 and even 12 printing units and covering printing widths from 1000 mm to 1800 mm. Complementing the “ XG”, the “XG” LR model adds further value to meet the highest expectations of specialty market demands of industrial overwrap packages or big format sacks whilst assuring unrivalled production performance and extreme flexibility – even when printing big repeats up to 1250 mm.
Meanwhile, the brand-new compact and high-performance flexo press Evo XC is ideally suitable for maximization of profitable short as well as mid-sized print runs. The new 8-color press with one of the smallest footprints in the industry with a maximum repeat length of up to 850 mm and printing speed up to 400 m/min.
The EVO XC model represents state-of-the-art technology with a revolutionary approach in terms of improved material flow in the printing process with reel loading and unloading completely separate, which streamlines print production. Among technical advantages of the brand-new Evo XC could be listed also the new drying concept based on an advanced drying air distribution system. The innovative technology is capable of tackling the difficulties associated with the adhesion even of water-based inks guaranteeing perfect circulation and application of the ink itself. The ergonomic design with traditionally solid machine engineering in combination with the intuitive HMI herald new era in terms of output efficiency, production uptime and operator-friendliness.
All our machines of the well-established EVO model range are conceived with utmost modularity and can be offered in combined version to become hybrid machines with the integration of additional in-line flexo or gravure print units to allow additional processes, such as coating, varnishing and laminating, in one press pass which is undoubtedly a deciding factor for our customers to achieve the competitive edge on the market where sophisticated packaging applications are now more requested than ever.
Finally, as a matter of great importance today, all presses from Koenig & Bauer stand for sustainability, quality and performance achieved with customized efficient suitable technical equipment. Koenig & Bauer pays particular attention to identify and maximize the potential for energy savings in our customer’s daily production given preference to economic and energy efficient concepts aimed at protecting the environment for the benefit of future generations.
Our portfolio - the result of longstanding experience, proven design and advanced technical know-how - includes CI Flexo Presses which are designed for a wide range of applications to meet the nowadays highest market expectations in terms of printing quality, productivity and operational efficiency. Designed to be safe and user friendly with a high level of automation, they guarantee a very long operational life as a result of their durability and upgradeability. Advanced press design, as well as modern control systems with intelligent software in line with Industry 4.0 have been developed to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
The Evo XD is the all-round flexo press for individual demands in the field of flexible packaging printing for processing plastic film, paper and board in a variety of print run lengths equipped with 8 or 10 print units is sold successfully worldwide. The Evo XD series has been engineered with the objective of achieving consistent high quality flexo printing with a cost-optimised investment thanks to a comprehensive package of ergonomic operating solutions which ensure high productivity and environmental sustainability. The machine layout shows a “versatile” configuration so to enable the application of any print technology, either solvent- or water based, in this way keeping the machine investment away from any future technological obsolescence.
Developed for top performance in terms of quality, productivity and operational efficiency, the Evo “XG” series is a highly automated flexo press for the efficient processing of a wide range of films, papers and cardboards at production speeds of up to 600 m/min. It can be configured for 8, 10 and even 12 printing units and covering printing widths from 1000 mm to 1800 mm. Complementing the “ XG”, the “XG” LR model adds further value to meet the highest expectations of specialty market demands of industrial overwrap packages or big format sacks whilst assuring unrivalled production performance and extreme flexibility – even when printing big repeats up to 1250 mm.
Meanwhile, the brand-new compact and high-performance flexo press Evo XC is ideally suitable for maximization of profitable short as well as mid-sized print runs. The new 8-color press with one of the smallest footprints in the industry with a maximum repeat length of up to 850 mm and printing speed up to 400 m/min.
The EVO XC model represents state-of-the-art technology with a revolutionary approach in terms of improved material flow in the printing process with reel loading and unloading completely separate, which streamlines print production. Among technical advantages of the brand-new Evo XC could be listed also the new drying concept based on an advanced drying air distribution system. The innovative technology is capable of tackling the difficulties associated with the adhesion even of water-based inks guaranteeing perfect circulation and application of the ink itself. The ergonomic design with traditionally solid machine engineering in combination with the intuitive HMI herald new era in terms of output efficiency, production uptime and operator-friendliness.
All our machines of the well-established EVO model range are conceived with utmost modularity and can be offered in combined version to become hybrid machines with the integration of additional in-line flexo or gravure print units to allow additional processes, such as coating, varnishing and laminating, in one press pass which is undoubtedly a deciding factor for our customers to achieve the competitive edge on the market where sophisticated packaging applications are now more requested than ever.
Finally, as a matter of great importance today, all presses from Koenig & Bauer stand for sustainability, quality and performance achieved with customized efficient suitable technical equipment. Koenig & Bauer pays particular attention to identify and maximize the potential for energy savings in our customer’s daily production given preference to economic and energy efficient concepts aimed at protecting the environment for the benefit of future generations.
Product category: Narrow-web flexographic printing machines
Flexo presses
Koenig & Bauer Flexotecnica S.p.A. is a leading supplier of central impression flexographic presses, with customers in 63 countries. As a member of the German Koenig & Bauer Group, the world’s oldest printing press manufacturer, we back up our presses with excellent pre-sale consulting and after-sales service through more than 30 subsidiaries and agents worldwide.
Our portfolio - the result of longstanding experience, proven design and advanced technical know-how - includes CI Flexo Presses which are designed for a wide range of applications to meet the nowadays highest market expectations in terms of printing quality, productivity and operational efficiency. Designed to be safe and user friendly with a high level of automation, they guarantee a very long operational life as a result of their durability and upgradeability. Advanced press design, as well as modern control systems with intelligent software in line with Industry 4.0 have been developed to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
The Evo XD is the all-round flexo press for individual demands in the field of flexible packaging printing for processing plastic film, paper and board in a variety of print run lengths equipped with 8 or 10 print units is sold successfully worldwide. The Evo XD series has been engineered with the objective of achieving consistent high quality flexo printing with a cost-optimised investment thanks to a comprehensive package of ergonomic operating solutions which ensure high productivity and environmental sustainability. The machine layout shows a “versatile” configuration so to enable the application of any print technology, either solvent- or water based, in this way keeping the machine investment away from any future technological obsolescence.
Developed for top performance in terms of quality, productivity and operational efficiency, the Evo “XG” series is a highly automated flexo press for the efficient processing of a wide range of films, papers and cardboards at production speeds of up to 600 m/min. It can be configured for 8, 10 and even 12 printing units and covering printing widths from 1000 mm to 1800 mm. Complementing the “ XG”, the “XG” LR model adds further value to meet the highest expectations of specialty market demands of industrial overwrap packages or big format sacks whilst assuring unrivalled production performance and extreme flexibility – even when printing big repeats up to 1250 mm.
Meanwhile, the brand-new compact and high-performance flexo press Evo XC is ideally suitable for maximization of profitable short as well as mid-sized print runs. The new 8-color press with one of the smallest footprints in the industry with a maximum repeat length of up to 850 mm and printing speed up to 400 m/min.
The EVO XC model represents state-of-the-art technology with a revolutionary approach in terms of improved material flow in the printing process with reel loading and unloading completely separate, which streamlines print production. Among technical advantages of the brand-new Evo XC could be listed also the new drying concept based on an advanced drying air distribution system. The innovative technology is capable of tackling the difficulties associated with the adhesion even of water-based inks guaranteeing perfect circulation and application of the ink itself. The ergonomic design with traditionally solid machine engineering in combination with the intuitive HMI herald new era in terms of output efficiency, production uptime and operator-friendliness.
All our machines of the well-established EVO model range are conceived with utmost modularity and can be offered in combined version to become hybrid machines with the integration of additional in-line flexo or gravure print units to allow additional processes, such as coating, varnishing and laminating, in one press pass which is undoubtedly a deciding factor for our customers to achieve the competitive edge on the market where sophisticated packaging applications are now more requested than ever.
Finally, as a matter of great importance today, all presses from Koenig & Bauer stand for sustainability, quality and performance achieved with customized efficient suitable technical equipment. Koenig & Bauer pays particular attention to identify and maximize the potential for energy savings in our customer’s daily production given preference to economic and energy efficient concepts aimed at protecting the environment for the benefit of future generations.
Our portfolio - the result of longstanding experience, proven design and advanced technical know-how - includes CI Flexo Presses which are designed for a wide range of applications to meet the nowadays highest market expectations in terms of printing quality, productivity and operational efficiency. Designed to be safe and user friendly with a high level of automation, they guarantee a very long operational life as a result of their durability and upgradeability. Advanced press design, as well as modern control systems with intelligent software in line with Industry 4.0 have been developed to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
The Evo XD is the all-round flexo press for individual demands in the field of flexible packaging printing for processing plastic film, paper and board in a variety of print run lengths equipped with 8 or 10 print units is sold successfully worldwide. The Evo XD series has been engineered with the objective of achieving consistent high quality flexo printing with a cost-optimised investment thanks to a comprehensive package of ergonomic operating solutions which ensure high productivity and environmental sustainability. The machine layout shows a “versatile” configuration so to enable the application of any print technology, either solvent- or water based, in this way keeping the machine investment away from any future technological obsolescence.
Developed for top performance in terms of quality, productivity and operational efficiency, the Evo “XG” series is a highly automated flexo press for the efficient processing of a wide range of films, papers and cardboards at production speeds of up to 600 m/min. It can be configured for 8, 10 and even 12 printing units and covering printing widths from 1000 mm to 1800 mm. Complementing the “ XG”, the “XG” LR model adds further value to meet the highest expectations of specialty market demands of industrial overwrap packages or big format sacks whilst assuring unrivalled production performance and extreme flexibility – even when printing big repeats up to 1250 mm.
Meanwhile, the brand-new compact and high-performance flexo press Evo XC is ideally suitable for maximization of profitable short as well as mid-sized print runs. The new 8-color press with one of the smallest footprints in the industry with a maximum repeat length of up to 850 mm and printing speed up to 400 m/min.
The EVO XC model represents state-of-the-art technology with a revolutionary approach in terms of improved material flow in the printing process with reel loading and unloading completely separate, which streamlines print production. Among technical advantages of the brand-new Evo XC could be listed also the new drying concept based on an advanced drying air distribution system. The innovative technology is capable of tackling the difficulties associated with the adhesion even of water-based inks guaranteeing perfect circulation and application of the ink itself. The ergonomic design with traditionally solid machine engineering in combination with the intuitive HMI herald new era in terms of output efficiency, production uptime and operator-friendliness.
All our machines of the well-established EVO model range are conceived with utmost modularity and can be offered in combined version to become hybrid machines with the integration of additional in-line flexo or gravure print units to allow additional processes, such as coating, varnishing and laminating, in one press pass which is undoubtedly a deciding factor for our customers to achieve the competitive edge on the market where sophisticated packaging applications are now more requested than ever.
Finally, as a matter of great importance today, all presses from Koenig & Bauer stand for sustainability, quality and performance achieved with customized efficient suitable technical equipment. Koenig & Bauer pays particular attention to identify and maximize the potential for energy savings in our customer’s daily production given preference to economic and energy efficient concepts aimed at protecting the environment for the benefit of future generations.
Product category: Sheet-fed hybrid printing machines
VariJET 106 - DIGITAL SHEETFED PRESS IN 3B FORMAT FOR THE FOLDING CARTON MARKET
Koenig & Bauer Durst offers state-of-the-art digital sheetfed presses in the format 70 x 100 cm for direct, water-based inkjet printing.
The VariJET 106 integrates inkjet technology into the high-performance platform of the Rapida 106. A consistent modular concept permits digital inkjet printing to be combined with various printing and inline finishing options known from offset.
The use of 7 colours enables reproduction of over 90% of the Pantone spectrum.
VariJET 106
Max. sheet format: 750 x 1060 mm
Production speed: 5,500 sheets/h
Features:
The VariJET 106 integrates inkjet technology into the high-performance platform of the Rapida 106. A consistent modular concept permits digital inkjet printing to be combined with various printing and inline finishing options known from offset.
The use of 7 colours enables reproduction of over 90% of the Pantone spectrum.
VariJET 106
Max. sheet format: 750 x 1060 mm
Production speed: 5,500 sheets/h
Features:
- Modular design for 7 colours
- Water-based, food-approved inkjet inks
- Fuji Dimatix Samba print heads with variable droplet size
- Integrated pre-coating and coating unit
- Press control via a flexible Profibus system with touchscreen operation
- Predictive maintenance and integrated remote support
Product category: Sheet-fed inkjet printing systems
VariJET 106 - DIGITAL SHEETFED PRESS IN 3B FORMAT FOR THE FOLDING CARTON MARKET
Koenig & Bauer Durst offers state-of-the-art digital sheetfed presses in the format 70 x 100 cm for direct, water-based inkjet printing.
The VariJET 106 integrates inkjet technology into the high-performance platform of the Rapida 106. A consistent modular concept permits digital inkjet printing to be combined with various printing and inline finishing options known from offset.
The use of 7 colours enables reproduction of over 90% of the Pantone spectrum.
VariJET 106
Max. sheet format: 750 x 1060 mm
Production speed: 5,500 sheets/h
Features:
The VariJET 106 integrates inkjet technology into the high-performance platform of the Rapida 106. A consistent modular concept permits digital inkjet printing to be combined with various printing and inline finishing options known from offset.
The use of 7 colours enables reproduction of over 90% of the Pantone spectrum.
VariJET 106
Max. sheet format: 750 x 1060 mm
Production speed: 5,500 sheets/h
Features:
- Modular design for 7 colours
- Water-based, food-approved inkjet inks
- Fuji Dimatix Samba print heads with variable droplet size
- Integrated pre-coating and coating unit
- Press control via a flexible Profibus system with touchscreen operation
- Predictive maintenance and integrated remote support
Product category: Web-fed printing machines – coldset
Web-fed printing machines - coldset
In the medium and top performance segments of newspaper printing, KBA Digital & Web is the clear market and technology leader with the groundbreaking compact presses Cortina (waterless) and Commander CT (wet offset) and the flexible automation of the Commander CL.
The Commander CL has been the most successful 4/2 four-high tower press in the mid and top performance classes since its market launch in autumn 2011. The Commander CL (= Classic) features user-friendly H-type printing units and its intelligent modular construction allows the press to be customised to meet the individual needs. Alongside standard manual plate changing this press is available with optional automatic or semi-automatic plate changing for faster makeready, and can also easily be upgraded at a later date.
The Commander CT is Koenig & Bauer’s most compact four-high web press for conventional offset printing. With a production output of up to 90,000cph and extensive automation the Commander CT offers a raft of winning features as standard. One unique feature is its StepIn towers that split down the centre at the touch of a button for easy access and maintenance. Lifts on both sides of and inside the compact towers permit ergonomic operation by reducing walking distances during production and maintenance.
The Commander CL has been the most successful 4/2 four-high tower press in the mid and top performance classes since its market launch in autumn 2011. The Commander CL (= Classic) features user-friendly H-type printing units and its intelligent modular construction allows the press to be customised to meet the individual needs. Alongside standard manual plate changing this press is available with optional automatic or semi-automatic plate changing for faster makeready, and can also easily be upgraded at a later date.
The Commander CT is Koenig & Bauer’s most compact four-high web press for conventional offset printing. With a production output of up to 90,000cph and extensive automation the Commander CT offers a raft of winning features as standard. One unique feature is its StepIn towers that split down the centre at the touch of a button for easy access and maintenance. Lifts on both sides of and inside the compact towers permit ergonomic operation by reducing walking distances during production and maintenance.
Product category: Web-fed printing machines – heatset
C16 – ideal for frequent job changes
The C16 is the most productive and most highly automated rotary offset press for frequent job changes in the 16-page segment. With plate changing times of less than a minute, 55,000 or 65,000 cylinder revolutions per hour and very short set-up times, you can also produce small-volume jobs cost-effectively. And this is all possible with excellent print quality on many different materials. Use Logotronic to integrate the C16 in your digital workflow and benefit from the flexible production opportunities with the automatic changeover in the P3 folder. The EasyTronic press presetting system makes sure that waste is kept low. Well thought-out automation, operator friendliness, energy efficiency and minimum maintenance as well as practical details make the C16 fit for your everyday work in the print shop.
Product category: Web-fed inkjet printing systems
RotaJET – The top end in industrial inkjet presses
The RotaJET Series is top of the class in industrial inkjet printing and is one of the most high-performing inkjet digital systems on the market. The RotaJET 168 covers web widths from 1300 mm to 1680 mm whilst the RotaJET 225 processes even wider webs up to a maximum width of 2250 mm – the top-notch RotaJET system. Designed for decor printing and similar applications, the RotaJET also addresses interesting growth areas in the packaging industry. The RotaJET VL-Series offers decor printers more flexibility. Your customers will look forward to being able to order smaller batches of a newly developed product series, for market tests or for niche products. With a massive reduction in makeready times, more decors can be printed in a shorter time whilst allowing a faster time to market. Industrial digital printing is also promoting efficiency enhancements in rotogravure printing by releasing printing capacity on those presses and making “long run” production more profitable.
Product category: Reel loading systems
Patras – systems for material transport
Whatever the press, whether offset, flexo or digital, for many companies, Patras is a tried and tested high-performance transport system for reel transport to and from manual and automatic unwinders and re-winders. A modular design strategy allows the system to be customized to suit specific production scenarios and printing-plant architecture. The choice of options ranges from a manual version – for printers with a low throughput of reels – to completely automated systems controlling goods inwards through to reel storage and disposal of residual reels – for large plants consuming a high volume of materials. Patras can deliver enormous time and cost savings – as well as waste reduction – thereby significantly enhancing the efficiency of your plant. Koenig & Bauer plans and implements logistics solutions designed to suit your layout and business needs. The management and control of the processes on modern control consoles represents a decisive advantage. Patras and the latest fully automatic Koenig & Bauer autosplicers are networked to an integrated logistics solution via a production management system. Manual interventions are an exception.
Product category: Research and development
Maximising user benefits
Alongside numerous new and further developed products specifically for the packaging, label and commercial printing segments, Koenig & Bauer has placed new, customer-centric digital services at the focus of its research and development activities. The highest priority is given to the maximising of user benefits.
Research and development has a long history at Koenig & Bauer. Over the course of more than 200 years, constant expansion and further development of the product portfolio has delivered a stream of solutions which have set new standards for industry as a whole, have contributed to advances in the printing industry and have helped to make it successful.
Koenig & Bauer invests continuously in its research and development capabilities, to cement its reputation as a supplier of new, future-oriented industrial solutions, and to ensure that the printers of tomorrow can also look forward to perfect, market-leading solutions for their production needs.
Research and development has a long history at Koenig & Bauer. Over the course of more than 200 years, constant expansion and further development of the product portfolio has delivered a stream of solutions which have set new standards for industry as a whole, have contributed to advances in the printing industry and have helped to make it successful.
Koenig & Bauer invests continuously in its research and development capabilities, to cement its reputation as a supplier of new, future-oriented industrial solutions, and to ensure that the printers of tomorrow can also look forward to perfect, market-leading solutions for their production needs.
Product category: Machine transportation and machine mounting
Press relocations and enhancements as a turnkey service
We relocate your printing press ready for use. Koenig & Bauer offers you a full range of services for printing press relocations and enhancements: from the preparation of the quotation, through dismantling and transportation to reassembly and commissioning of your printing press – all by one company. The press relocation is accompanied by an experienced project manager. He is your personal contact throughout the project. On request we can also support you in the search for a new or used printing press. If required we can also take care of re-selling or scrapping your old system or old system components. Combine the press relocation with a modification of your printing press, for as a printing press manufacturer, we are your best contact for retrofits, upgrades, reconfiguration service or enhancements.
Product category: Sheet-fed flexographic printing machines
CorruFLEX – High-quality flexo postprint on corrugated board
Koenig & Bauer is returning to the world of corrugated printing and converting and is introducing a new benchmark to the corrugated industry: the CorruFLEX. This new press was developed at the same time as the CorruCUT rotary die cutter and also features a host of modern technologies and functions, many of them unique to Koenig & Bauer products. The CorruFLEX has been designed for high-performance flexo post print in ultimate quality. The CorruFLEX is able to handle corrugated sheets of up a thickness of 9 mm (o.354 in). It runs at speeds of up to 12,000 sheets per hour.
- Vacuum-belt feeder: Its revolutionary construction without feed rolls ensures non-destructive and precise feeding of the sheets into the system.
- Sheet guiding by means of continuous vacuum transport guarantees stable sheet travel through the press as well as perfect register accuracy throughout the entire printing process. Wear-free transport rollers ensure operation without downtime due to necessary belt replacement.
- State-of-the-art servo direct drive technology for maximum register accuracy in multiple-colour printing.
- New flexo printing units for all current HQPP flexo printing technologies.
- The top vacuum stacker has been completely new designed and guarantees maximum productivity without interruptions to infeed.
- Our service offerings enable efficient online diagnosis and fast telephone support in the event of machine malfunctions around .the clock
Product category: Rotary die-cutting machines
CorruCUT - Rotary die-cutter for corrugated board
The new high board line rotary die-cutter CorruCUT - Experience transferred into state-of-the-art technology. Our engineers around the world drew on the expertise of colleagues from a wide variety of departments. It is a unique overall solution using the latest technologies and functions, combined with simple and intuitive operation. The CorruCUT is designed for the highly efficient die-cutting of corrugated board. It also has all the technical features required for the highest flexo printing quality. Production is possible in single as well as in multiple-up operation. With a maximum production output of 12,000 sheets per hour, the CorruCUT sets new standards in terms of output and productivity.
- Vacuum-belt feeder: Its revolutionary construction without feed rolls ensures non-destructive and precise feeding of the sheets into the system.
- Sheet guiding by means of continuous vacuum transport guarantees stable sheet travel through the press as well as perfect register accuracy throughout the entire printing process. Wear-free transport rollers ensure operation without downtime due to necessary belt replacement.
- State-of-the-art servo direct drive technology for maximum register accuracy in multiple-colour printing.
- New flexo printing units with all current and completely new technologies for HQPP flexo post-printing.
- The rotary die-cutting unit with optional quick tool change has been designed for maximum die-cutting accuracy for single as well as multiple out production (up and across).
- The top vacuum stacker has been completely new designed and features entirely new approaches to waste disposal (zero defect concept).
- Our service offerings enable efficient online diagnosis and fast telephone support in the event of machine malfunctions around the clock.
Product category: Laminating machines
Evo LAM - Flexibility, quality and performance in coating and lamination technology
In addition to the printing process lamination is crucial in packaging industry in order to enhance durability and appeal of the products mainly food packaging, which is the largest growing market for flexible packaging, that need to be protected or have their shelf life extended. The functions of flexible laminated material are many such as barrier properties to preserve the quality and the freshness of the packed product That Is why Koenig & Bauer offers its own innovative coating and laminating machine Evo Lam as a complementary product to the successful range of CI flexo presses specifically designed to achieve the efficient use of solvent-free adhesives with high performance, low energy consumption and cost-effectiveness with a fast return on investment.
Designed and engineered according to the high level of industry manufacturing standards common to all CI flexo presses from Koenig & Bauer , the new coating and laminating machine Evo LAM is characterized for its peculiar compactness and modular concept following the new iconic style of the Koenig & Bauer machine corporate design. Key factors contributing to the success of this product are a newly developed technology for the homogeneous application of minimal amounts of adhesive over the entire material surface, as well as the precise control of the web tension control through dancing roller with low friction pneumatic cylinders which are mandatory requirements for high quality coating and laminating process. The coating units is composed of two metering rollers controlled by servo motors to achieve more accuracy in coating amount control to precisely dose the gap for the adhesive and the transfer rubber roller- sleeve type - can be cantilevered so to allow for quick change of the sleeve to meet customer requirements for increased efficiency and fast job changeovers.
This new complementary product to the flexographic printing press will offer K&B-Flexotecnica not only the possibility of creating new business opportunities but also of offering our customer base added value in supplying a simple laminator but with cutting edge innovative technology inside. Also this product Evo Lam reflects the same approach which distinguish all our printing machines: advanced mechanical design as well as modern control systems fully integrated in the new electronic platform with intelligent software ready for Industry 4.0 connectivity to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
Since its first presentation Evo Lam aroused a lot of interest also for special application, two Evo Lam of these special configuration have been sold in Europe to international leading companies in the conversion of flexible films for food and hygiene packaging. One of these installation of Evo Lam is equipped with a unique feature for strip laminate mainly used in the Bakery and Sandwich industry for wrapping sub rolls and baguettes on materials used are Kraft paper in conjunction with clear OPP films to enhance the attractiveness of the packed product.
With the new EVOLAM, K&B-Flexotecnica demonstrates its commitment to developing cutting-edge, ergonomic solutions for the market of flexible packaging as well as meeting the growing demand for efficient and cost effective production with the lowest environmental impact
Technical data:
Designed and engineered according to the high level of industry manufacturing standards common to all CI flexo presses from Koenig & Bauer , the new coating and laminating machine Evo LAM is characterized for its peculiar compactness and modular concept following the new iconic style of the Koenig & Bauer machine corporate design. Key factors contributing to the success of this product are a newly developed technology for the homogeneous application of minimal amounts of adhesive over the entire material surface, as well as the precise control of the web tension control through dancing roller with low friction pneumatic cylinders which are mandatory requirements for high quality coating and laminating process. The coating units is composed of two metering rollers controlled by servo motors to achieve more accuracy in coating amount control to precisely dose the gap for the adhesive and the transfer rubber roller- sleeve type - can be cantilevered so to allow for quick change of the sleeve to meet customer requirements for increased efficiency and fast job changeovers.
This new complementary product to the flexographic printing press will offer K&B-Flexotecnica not only the possibility of creating new business opportunities but also of offering our customer base added value in supplying a simple laminator but with cutting edge innovative technology inside. Also this product Evo Lam reflects the same approach which distinguish all our printing machines: advanced mechanical design as well as modern control systems fully integrated in the new electronic platform with intelligent software ready for Industry 4.0 connectivity to reduce energy consumption, set-up times and production waste.
Since its first presentation Evo Lam aroused a lot of interest also for special application, two Evo Lam of these special configuration have been sold in Europe to international leading companies in the conversion of flexible films for food and hygiene packaging. One of these installation of Evo Lam is equipped with a unique feature for strip laminate mainly used in the Bakery and Sandwich industry for wrapping sub rolls and baguettes on materials used are Kraft paper in conjunction with clear OPP films to enhance the attractiveness of the packed product.
With the new EVOLAM, K&B-Flexotecnica demonstrates its commitment to developing cutting-edge, ergonomic solutions for the market of flexible packaging as well as meeting the growing demand for efficient and cost effective production with the lowest environmental impact
Technical data:
- Max. design speed 450 m/min (1,476 feet/min)
- Max. coating width Max. 1300 mm (51.18”) (Different coating widths on request)
- Application solventless coating and lamination
- Materials to be laminated plastic films and aluminium foil
- Unwind & rewind Single stand for reel diameter 1000mm (39.37”)
Company news
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19 Apr 2021
"We print your world" - Koenig & Bauer at virtual.drupa
Würzburg, 19.04.2021
Koenig & Bauer will be taking part in virtual.drupa with several live sessions. The press manufacturer will be presenting its packaging workflow and intelligent digitisation solutions, among other highlights. Together with joint venture partner Durst, the VariJET106 press for digital folding carton printing will also be seen in action for the first time. The completely virtual edition of the industry's leading trade fair will take place from 20 to 23 April 2021.
The focus of the virtual trade fair appearance is packaging production. Folding cartons, corrugated board or films - Koenig & Bauer has suitable press solutions for various applications in its portfolio. The workflow for folding carton production can be seen live at virtual.drupa. The entire workflow, from printing and die-cutting to gluing, is carried out on Koenig & Bauer presses: the Rapida 106 X, the CutPRO X 106 and the Omega Allpro 110.
Visitors will also be able to gain an insight into packaging and decorative printing with the RotaJET single-pass digital press and flexo printing for short and medium runs with the Evo XC. In the segment of corrugated printing and converting, Koenig & Bauer will be presenting the CorruJET, CorruCUT and CorruFLEX at virtual.drupa.
Koenig & Bauer will be giving a presentation on how networked machines, the use of artificial intelligence and other data-based services can help printers make their processes even more efficient.
The new VariJET 106 for digital folding carton printing will be printing live for the first time. The hybrid press from the Koenig & Bauer Durst joint venture integrates the proven Durst inkjet technology into the platform of the Rapida medium-format presses.
"We would have loved to meet our customers in person," emphasises Dagmar Ringel, head of corporate communications and marketing at Koenig & Bauer. “But after the postponement of drupa last year, the coronavirus pandemic in 2021 still calls for alternative ways of product presentations, discussions and sharing knowledge in the industry. "With our live demo, a lecture and a panel discussion, our experts will bring a bit of the atmosphere of the real trade fair to the screen."
Koenig & Bauer will be taking part in virtual.drupa with several live sessions. The press manufacturer will be presenting its packaging workflow and intelligent digitisation solutions, among other highlights. Together with joint venture partner Durst, the VariJET106 press for digital folding carton printing will also be seen in action for the first time. The completely virtual edition of the industry's leading trade fair will take place from 20 to 23 April 2021.
The focus of the virtual trade fair appearance is packaging production. Folding cartons, corrugated board or films - Koenig & Bauer has suitable press solutions for various applications in its portfolio. The workflow for folding carton production can be seen live at virtual.drupa. The entire workflow, from printing and die-cutting to gluing, is carried out on Koenig & Bauer presses: the Rapida 106 X, the CutPRO X 106 and the Omega Allpro 110.
Visitors will also be able to gain an insight into packaging and decorative printing with the RotaJET single-pass digital press and flexo printing for short and medium runs with the Evo XC. In the segment of corrugated printing and converting, Koenig & Bauer will be presenting the CorruJET, CorruCUT and CorruFLEX at virtual.drupa.
Koenig & Bauer will be giving a presentation on how networked machines, the use of artificial intelligence and other data-based services can help printers make their processes even more efficient.
The new VariJET 106 for digital folding carton printing will be printing live for the first time. The hybrid press from the Koenig & Bauer Durst joint venture integrates the proven Durst inkjet technology into the platform of the Rapida medium-format presses.
"We would have loved to meet our customers in person," emphasises Dagmar Ringel, head of corporate communications and marketing at Koenig & Bauer. “But after the postponement of drupa last year, the coronavirus pandemic in 2021 still calls for alternative ways of product presentations, discussions and sharing knowledge in the industry. "With our live demo, a lecture and a panel discussion, our experts will bring a bit of the atmosphere of the real trade fair to the screen."
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Koenig & Bauer is the oldest printing press manufacturer in the world. For more than 200 years the company has set international standards in the printing industry and offers the broadest product portfolio in the industry today. Printing companies all over the world rely on technology, processes and services from Koenig & Bauer. Our core competence is the development and manufacturing of technologically innovative and cost-effective printing systems and the associated peripheral equipment.
The development of the group of companies is a story of pioneering spirit, courage and innovation. The two company founders revolutionised the printing world with the first mechanical high-speed press. Today Koenig & Bauer presses have long since transcended the boundaries of their former home - paper. With the broadest range of presses in the industry, the group covers virtually all print applications and processes. The portfolio ranges from banknotes to cardboard, foil, tin and glass packaging, and extends to book, display, labelling, decor, magazine, advertising and newspaper printing. Koenig & Bauer has presses for sheetfed and web offset and flexo, waterless offset, steel-engraved, simultaneous and screen printing, and digital inkjet. Together with its joint venture partner Durst, Koenig & Bauer also develops digital printing solutions for the packaging industry. With the use of digital technologies and data-based services Koenig & Bauer makes presses more efficient and its customers more profitable.
As a press manufacturer Koenig & Bauer is a partner to the graphic arts industry all over the world. The parent company and holding company is Koenig & Bauer AG, headquartered in Würzburg. New developments, operations and customer service in the market segments are handled by legally independent companies.
The development of the group of companies is a story of pioneering spirit, courage and innovation. The two company founders revolutionised the printing world with the first mechanical high-speed press. Today Koenig & Bauer presses have long since transcended the boundaries of their former home - paper. With the broadest range of presses in the industry, the group covers virtually all print applications and processes. The portfolio ranges from banknotes to cardboard, foil, tin and glass packaging, and extends to book, display, labelling, decor, magazine, advertising and newspaper printing. Koenig & Bauer has presses for sheetfed and web offset and flexo, waterless offset, steel-engraved, simultaneous and screen printing, and digital inkjet. Together with its joint venture partner Durst, Koenig & Bauer also develops digital printing solutions for the packaging industry. With the use of digital technologies and data-based services Koenig & Bauer makes presses more efficient and its customers more profitable.
As a press manufacturer Koenig & Bauer is a partner to the graphic arts industry all over the world. The parent company and holding company is Koenig & Bauer AG, headquartered in Würzburg. New developments, operations and customer service in the market segments are handled by legally independent companies.
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