All About Bobst Die Cutting Machines

Before diving straight into the deep waters, let's try to get accustomed to swimming in safe waters. In short let's try to understand what Die cutting is all about and from where it originally originated.

Die Cutting

Die cutting wasn't originally came into existence with the purpose of catering the craft industry, the real intentions couldn't have been more different! In the 1800s, the shoe manufacturing was extensively labor-intensive, requiring the workers to manually cut the leather soles for shoes. To be precise it wasn't a very efficient way of working, the task was not only exhausting and time consuming, but the soles weren't replicated half as symmetrical as they needed to be.

There is nothing like standardized shoe sizes back in those days, and it wasn't even possible until the launch of die cutting machines that they finally found the aid for this splurging problem. This new discovery allowed the shoe makers to make templates for different sizes of soles to produce a precise replica using a die-cutting machine and guess what mass production was introduced to the world.

From then to now die cutting machines have come a long way. Today these machines are more compact, fast, efficient and highly multifunctional. But it isn't only the machines that have undergone massive change, die itself has evolved to a greater extent. Dies are now made of wafer thin material and feature complex designs and patterns, provide far more finishing and intricacy in cutting.

Now moving on let's divulge ourselves into the world of numerous die cutting machines. Starting with…..

Manual Die Cutting machines

These are die cutting machines that literally work like a butter cutter. Cutting dies are purchased separately to be fitted in the machines, which in turn cut the desired material. Cutting dies are available in all shapes, sizes, designs and patterns. There are few companies all around the globe that cater customized die designs.

Digital Die Cutting Machines

Digital die cutting machines are somewhat similar to digital printing machines. These machines are digital and cut designs similarly to how printer prints. In this method, the designs can be sent to a digital die cutting machine either through cartridge, in  which the device is already pre-equipped with the designs that plugs into the machine or through a computer, where designs can be freshly created or downloaded using special software's. 

Electronic Die cutting machines

Electronic Die cutting machines diminishes the need of extensive labor, though they are massively expensive. These machines work in a similar way to manual die cutters, the only difference being that they do not employ typical crank system and instead work with a motor, wherein once you have inserted the die plate into the mouth of the machine, it'll pull it through automatically, putting pressure on the die to carve out the design.

Die Cutting Machine Operations

Die cutting machines also come in multiple variants that can do more than just cut. There are few additional capabilities that die cutting machines have depending upon the type of machine.

Cut	Cutting is a standard feature on most die cutting machines. Some machines can cut shapes as small as a quarter of an inch.
Cut-by-color	Some digital die cutting machines can trace the region colors and cut through outlines around them.
Draw	On some digital die cutting machines, the blade can be replaced with a type of marker to draw the pattern instead of cut.
Pierce	Piercing involves making deep holes in the material.
Engrave	Engraving involves carving or cutting designs on a thick  surface.
Emboss	Embossing is a standard feature on manual die cutting machines. It involves creating 3D designs on a surface, giving the design a raised, defined and “pop-out” effect.

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Bobst Die-Cutting Machines Offer a Variety of Automated Features

It was BOBST who first came up with the flat bed die cutting technology. In the year 1940, they launched the first Autoplaten® press, the AP 900. Over the years, the company has made numerous efforts to continually develop and enhance the technology, and offer its clients with machines that promise a supreme level of versatility and dependability. With press widths ranging from a compact 76 cm to a whopping 2.1 metre, the extensive range of new & Used Bobst Die Cutting Machines are capable of perfectly meeting the varied needs of the printing industry.

Here’s an overview of some of the Bobst flat bed die cutters:

Novacut 106

This cutting machine is 5.80 m long, 2.70 m tall, and 4.20 m wide. It can cater to a cutting size of 725x 1060 mm and embossing size of 710 x 1060 mm. In one hour, it can process 800 sheets. The minimum size of the sheet that this machine can cut is 350 x 400 mm, the maximum being 740 x 1060 mm. It comes outfitted with a color touch screen having touch & set navigation, which enables the pressman to seamlessly carry out even the most complex operations with ease. 

Vision 106

This die cutter can easily process corrugated board and semi rigid plastic. The minimum size of sheet that it can cut is 400 x 600 mm, with the maximum size of the sheet being 1100 x 1600 mm. Running at an impressive speed of 4500 sheets per hour, this die-cutter renders a gripper margin of 11 to 18 mm. It comes equipped with a feeder equipment, rear sheet support, and suction plate.  It also offers a user-friendly interface having smart setting systems, which eliminates the need of the pressman to step inside the equipment.

SP 162 CER

This die-cutting machine offers the highest productivity. In fact, it can run day in and day out and yet deliver high quality products. With a cutting force of 6.5 MN, it can cut 7000 sheets per hour. Weighing 68 tons, this sophisticated equipment is 12.50 m long and 8.30 m wide. Some of its features include automatic in-line waste stripping, automatic in-line blank separation, automatic lateral pile positioning.

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Efficient & User-Friendly Hot Foil Stampers from the House of Bobst

Bobst brings with it an experience of over 40 years in the designing and manufacturing of hot foil stampers. Its first machine in this segment was the Bobst SP 1260 BM, which was launched way back in 1960. Since then, the ace manufacturer has come up with interesting features and technically advanced specifications that promise supreme levels of reliability and high performance.  Today, printing units can procure Bobst new machines as well as Used Bobst Die Cutting Machines and experience increased levels of production and productivity. Here’s a sneak peek on some of the highly sophisticated and user-friendly foil stampers from Bobst:  

VISIONFOIL 104

Higher productivity, reduced costs, and supreme flexibility is what this equipment is all about. The biggest advantage is that it can be seamlessly converted into a flat-bed die cutter with automatic in-line waste stripping station. So, one can use the equipment for hot foil stamping and simultaneously for die-cutting too. Like all other Bobst machines, this equipment also offers the Autoplaten concept, which guarantees faster set-up times, improved quality, and lesser production stops. Then there is the double cam gripper bar advance and the shim-line system. Capable to process 7500 sheets in an hour, this machine is 6 metres in length, 6.50 metres in width, and 2.20 metres in height. The materials processed by this equipment include paper, corrugated board, and carton board.

EXPERTFOIL 142

Outfitted with the revolutionary walk-in foil section, this machine promises ergonomic handling of foil along with increased margins on a variety of jobs, thereby offering supreme levels of productivity and high performance. With a maximum stamping force of 6 MN, this machine can process 5000 sheets in one hour.

MASTERFOIL 106 PR

Backed by powerful features, this equipment offers great foiling quality and production speeds. Thanks to the improved foil unwind system, changing foils is not a difficult task anymore. Then there is the Power Register II, which renders registration accuracy.

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The Adast 507 – The Perfect Press for Small Formats

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Backed by a robust design and incredible features, the Adast Dominant 507 series of presses is just perfect for the B3 format. Here’s a quick overview of this Adast printing machine.

Standard Features & Functionalities

There’s a variety of color configurations on offer, starting from two-color to four- and five-color. It offers perfecting capabilities, which ensures that the output is sublime. Then there is the exceptional Automation Affordable functionality. The Total Register Control is a standard feature, which comes equipped with tri-axis register. It offers skewing as well as radial & axial motorized register on the run. Other essential features including the Semi-automatic plate changer and the quick-adjust Perfector are also present. The Adacontrol Remote Inking Console is available, and that too with CIP3/4 compatibility. There’s also a remote ink keys control. For high pile delivery, there’s a GRAFIX Digital powder sprayer. At the delivery section, there is a touch screen, which makes it easier for the operator to control registers and duct rollers with the help of a remote. There is also a pneumatic sheet decurler in this section.

Apart from the ones mentioned above, the machine comes outfitted with vacuum feeder, auto-ink washer, single-system feeder head, plate cylinder with rear split clamping bar, INKDRY plus IR drying unit, delivery drum with SUPER BLUE sleeve, dampening system with dampening rollers without sleeves, oscillating ink form rollers, lubrication unit with automatic control, and many more.

Optional Features

Adast 507 line-up of presses has also been provided with an optional semi-automatic plate changer Perfector. For presses that cater to high pile delivery, the company has given an option for blanket washer.

Technical Specs

As mentioned earlier, the presses can cater to a maximum sheet size of 15 x 20 1/2 inches. They can run at a minimum speed of 3000 impressions in an hour, which can go up to 12000 impressions. While the low delivery pile height is 16 1/2 inches, the high delivery pile height is 34 9/16 inches.

The range consists of 6 models, which include 527 N, 527 V, 547 N, 547 V, 557 N, and 557 V. Those who wish to purchase any of the above presses may contact Goodmachine, the most renowned importer of branded second hand printing equipment. This used Komori printing machines dealer also maintains a stock of used Bobst die-cutting machines, Polar equipment, and Stahl folding units. Here’s some information on A Variety of Polar Components That Facilitate Cutting Jobs. 

What Makes the Heidelberg CCS So Special & Remarkable?

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The Heidelberg Compact Converting System (CCS) 510 is the ideal solution for carton converting in small to medium run lengths and print formats. It is by far the most cost-effective means of manufacturing folding boxes, and that too in just a single pass. It not only enables super-fast change of color, tools, & processes, but also keeps waste at a minimum.

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Here are some of the reasons which make this equipment a class apart from its rival brands.

1.      Super flexible

Thanks to its modular design, the machine is capable of carrying out all the activities in a single operation, be it screen printing, hot foil embossing, cold foil stamping, lamination, backside printing, rotary window punching, or outer contour punching.

2.      Quick changeover ensures maximum efficiency

In short & medium order quantities, it is imperative to have short set-up times and fast changeover. The CCS 510 excels in both these departments. This has been made possible owing to the use of servo-controlled drive technology and user-friendly sleeve systems. Further, owing to the short web path, the waste is also minimal, thus contributing in achieving a high level of cost & production efficiency.

3.      Easy to handle & operate

Owing to its accessible design and brilliant sleeve technology, the equipment can be easily managed by the operator. Then there is the dynamic pressure adjustment, which allows automatic adjustment for various printing speeds.

4.      Great configurations

Whether it is integrated with used Bobst die-cutting machines, or any other branded flat-bed/rotary die-cutter, the Heidelberg CCS can be configured to meet the precise job requirements

5.      Wide variety of applications

This machine caters to a broad spectrum of packaging requirements, such as those of food, sanitary, pharma, blister packs, and more. In fact, it is suitable for any product portfolio which requires varying levels of finishing. 

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