Pierre Binggeli, Product Line Director
Folder-gluers at Bobst said: “Bobst is pushing production versatility and
efficiency to an even higher level with this new version of the Expertfold 110.
Set up times are reduced by a huge 80%, drastically shortening changeover times
and optimizing uptime, which is a great advantage when dealing with short run
requests.
“The Expertfold delivers a carton production speed
of up to 450 meters per minute and when running 4-corner boxes, it can produce
up to half a million boxes per day! This is a superb machine in terms of
performance and precision for the folding and gluing of all types of folding
carton boxes, enhanced even further with the integration of dedicated modules.”
Bobst has continually innovated the machine over
the years to ensure it meets the needs of packaging converters as the market
evolves. The A3 version is the newest configuration to the Expertfold 110.
Until now, the range includes versions for the production of straight-line
boxes, crash-lock bottom and 4- and 6-corner boxes. However, the same module is
used for each box type and, as a result, changeovers may take longer because
most of the tooling and conveyors need to be swapped out. With the Expertfold
A3 version, the new dedicated modules simplify changeovers and, thus, reduce
them significantly.
The Expertfold 110 enables an impressive number of
box styles to be manufactured in a variety of materials. Over the years, Bobst
has introduced innovative devices which enable operatives to simultaneously
carry out inline processes. For example, the recently introduced AccuCheck
quality control system that supports the manufacture of zero-fault packaging or
the GyroBox rotation device that enhances efficiency, flexibility and
performance of the folder-gluer even further.
The Expertfold 110 can also be fitted with a range
of peripherals to boost productivity further and create an automated,
high-performance folding-gluing line. These include the EasyFeeder/ Batch
Inverter 4 motorized pre-feeder and the CartonPack 4 high-performance packer.
Thanks to these peripherals, the reduction in manual workload also improves the
working conditions for the operator and will help avoid issues with repetitive
strain injury and other work-related health problems.
“With dynamic and sometimes volatile market
conditions, the Expertfold 110 brings both flexibility and quality to
production lines,” added Mr. Binggeli. “The new A3 has been designed to make
the operator’s job easier and quicker without compromising any of the
performance and capability benefits. It’s a win-win for our customers and their
customers too.”
