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Rapid sleeve changeover system

The Giebeler Druckmaschinen Advantage R250 and R680 flexible-packaging offset-printing presses offer an alternative to gravure for high-quality graphics. They employ an unusual, low-cost sleeve system for rapid and economical plate and blanket-size changeovers. Printing of 225-dpi screens on films as thin as 12 microns is possible, says co., due to exacting web-tension control and temperature management. For combination printing, interchangeable flexo units can be used in place of offset in any print tower. Widths of 20- and 26-in. are available.

Matik North America, 860/232-2323, www.matik.com

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With 10V proportional output

The co. releases a special option for its standard idler roll tension transducer pairs: an integrated interface/amplifier that outputs a 10VDC signal proportional to tension. Transducers fitted with the special option are powered by 24VDC. With the 10V output option, customers don't need to install an extra transducer interface/amplifier card when purchasing a pair of tension transducers.

Dover Flexo Electronics, 603/332-6150, fax: 603/332-3758, www.dfe.com

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For servo applications

The new TP-High Torque planetary gearhead for dynamic servo applications improves on the classic TP design offering twice the power in the same compact package. The product offers 50 percent greater rigidity, 700 percent higher overload safety and standard backlash of 1 arcmin.

Alpha Gear Drives, 847/439-0700, www.alphagear.com

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For larger sensing area

The new SE-37 Ultrasonic sensor is designed for sensing clear and opaque materials. A 1-in. proportional band width allows for a larger sensing area to accommodate guide point shift, and fixed sensor center guiding. The SE-37 is said to be unaffected by optical variations or ambient light, eliminating the need for multiple sensors, which reduces downtime and increases productivity. Ultrasonic sound is used to detect the web edge and will not affect photosensitive paper/film.

Fife Corp., 800/639-3433, fax: 405/755-8425, www.maxcessintl.com/fife

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Available as stock items

The JP and JM pump motors are suitable for use with close-coupled pumps where the impeller is mounted directly on the motor shaft. Both models feature locked shaft-end bearings and 1.15 service factors. JP models, all in open drip-proof enclosures, are available from 3 to 10 HP single phase, 11/2 to 50 HP three phase. Drip-proof JM motors are offered from 1 to 10 HP single phase, and 1 to 50 HP three phase.

Leeson Electric, 262/387-5239.

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600 cups/min.

The new compact 8-9 color high-performance cup printing machine, type BDM 611-916 and BDM 611-920, offers a low-profile compact design, allowing easy access to all color heads. The low-maintenance, color head drive system and synchronized multiple servo drives to print section, mandrel turret and screw feeder allows speeds up to 600 cups/min. in a 3-shift operation.

Polytype Ltd., 41/26-426-11-11, fax: 41/26-426-11-12.

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For labels, packages & folding cartons

The co.'s Varyflex printing machines have a sleeve system with rapid change, making job changes and startup faster, while reducing cost and dead times. Electronic drives with independent gearless motors and printing-plate holding cylinders have an infinitely variable length.

Omet S.R.L., 39/0341-367513, www.omet.it

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With full bale ejection

The LD-60-SD horizontal baler is a multi-material high-density bale without pre-conditioning or fluffing. It can process cardboard, paper, PET, plastic, and newsprint. Standard features include a full ram penetration, hydraulic door lock, adjustable shear blade and automatic cycling. The LD-60-SD is also equipped with an 8 in. cylinder design with small foot print and a short cycle time.

International Baler Corp., 800/231-9286, fax: 904/358-7013, www.intl-baler.com

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For large plates

The MONDRIAN large-format thermal platesetter images plates any size between 15x20 to 61x80 in. The product is available as a manual or automated device.

Barco Graphics Inc., 949/788-7300, fax: 949/788-7330.

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For oriented-film producers The new Easy Thread Winder/Roll Changer incorporates a precision nip control system especially to handle PET, BOPP, PS and other oriented films at high speeds. The closed-loop pressure-roll system runs roll diameters up to 40 in. with sufficient nip to produce a tight roll without deforming the web. The roll changer "opens up" to provide a straight-through web-threading path beneficial to non-stop web-forming processes such as film blowing and extruding. The unit opens vertically to allow operator access, and when closed, the necessary wraparound idler, dancer and pressure are made, and the self-threading is complete.

Black Clawson Converting Mchy. LCC, 315/598-7121, fax: 315/593-0396, www.blkclawson.com

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Recyclable, biodegradable "Cristal Evolution" is a paper-based, environmentally-acceptable alternative to plastic-film envelope windows. The non-static, less than 70-percent haze material can reportedly be run at top speeds on the fastest envelope-making machines—up to 1,500/min.

Ahlstrom Label & Packaging Div., fax: 33/1-45-734727, www.ahlstrom.com

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For motion analysis

The Photron Fastcam-Ultima 1024 motion camera with advanced CMOS technology assures mega-pixel resolution and high speed digital imaging performance. Common applications include troubleshooting and set-up of high-speed equipment motion in paper/converting and packaging. This camera can help to figure out mechanical design changes by reviewing the slow motion video of label placement or other related applications.

MCT, Inc., 704/562-1362, fax: 704/334-1539, www.mctcameras.com

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With double-coating units

Co.'s state-of-the-art, multi-station coater/laminator provides a new concept in rapid changeover. To solve short-run capability problems inherent in wide-web, high-speed commodity coating, a machine configuration with double-coating units, one next to the other, was created. While one unit is working, the operator sets up the other with a different color, adhesive or coating method—without safety concerns. A new lightweight trolley system moves rolls, coating pans, etc. The Multi-Purpose Coater features a width of 1,600 mm, speeds to 300 mpm, an automatic turret unwinder with tension control and preconditioner for BOPP film, and a silicone-release station with UV- or water-based application.

Uteco Converting SpA, 39/045-6174555, fax: 39/045-6150855, www.uteco.com

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Sets new distance records

The Virtual Ace Intelligent Static Neutralizer sets new distance records in controlling static charges on fast-moving webs of 2500 fpm and greater. The patented long-range neutralizers tested effective in neutralizing static charges up to 8-in. away for web span applications and up to 20-in. away on unwind and rewind installations.

Ion Systems Industrial, 888/310-3334, www.ion.com/industrial

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With nearly zero extractable silicones

Intended for computer hard drives and electronic materials applications, ClearLES™ is a clear, consistent release coating with nearly zero extractable silicones. When compared to the acceptable upper limit of 0.25 micrograms/cm², the product provides a release coating for the most demanding applications where any amount of silicone can limit a product's effectiveness.

CPFilms, Inc., 800/746-8661, fax: 540/627-3500, www.cpfilms.com

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Control air pressure

The SPC uses a simple feed/bleed technique to accurately and efficiently control pressure, says co. An accurate temperature compensated transducer measures output pressure, and two control valves act to bring the pressure to within the set limits of the desired pressure. Standard features include microprocessor control, auto zeroing at power up and no analog trim pots to set.

Pnutek, 815/624-8930, fax: 815/624-4223, www.pnutek.com

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With superior whiteness

ArctiKoat is a paperboard grade that combines superior whiteness with peerless cost-effectiveness. The product meets the exacting requirements of the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food and other industries' packaging needs.

Paperboard Industries Intl., 514/284-9825, fax: 514/289-1949, www.paperboard.ca

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For narrow webs

A superior screen basecoat white allows combination inks to work together without additives. UVivid™ Rotary Screen Combination White is the newest member of the UVivid family, an all-UV ink system launched in 2000 for the narrow web and medium web combination printing market.

Sericol, 913/342-4060, www.sericol.com

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For reduced operating costs

The co. introduces a Saran polyvinylidiene chloride-based sausage casing technology. The standard line produces PVDC casings in calipers of 24 mm to 110 mm, which are equivalent to flat tubing of 38 mm to 172 mm wide. Line capacity is estimated at 150 metric tons yearly.

Macro Engineering, 905/507-9000, fax: 905/507-3000.

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For narrow & mid web

The UVAPRINT Hp™ can be supplied for almost all makes of narrow and mid web, in-line presses in web widths up to 88 in. and shares the same features and component as the co.'s UVAPRINT™ models. Cold mirror technology and heat management options can be added to permit heat-sensitive substrates to be run. The UVAPRINT HP is designed to cure inks on traditional narrow and mid web substrates for labels and business forms, with the option of running thermal paper and low gauge films.

Hönle UV Ltd., 44/1922-457397, fax: 44/1922-457398, www.honkeuv.co.uk

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For high-quality printing

An uncapped sheet photopolymer product named ENCORE™ is for high-quality printing on flexible packaging, folding cartons, preprinted linerboard, multi-wall bags and labels. The plates are compatible with UV, alcohol, water and glycol based printing inks. Print results have lower dot gain, higher solid ink densities, broader tone range and excellent durability on press.

MacDermid Graphic Arts, 800/348-7201, www.macdermid.com

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Made of combined machinery

This co. now offers a new diecutting system made of the following pieces of equipment: ZC series automatic butt splicer, MT series matrix rewinder, JR series turret rewinder and DC series diecutting station. The ZC series offers several features including a small footprint, one-piece cantilever design and zero gap splicing. Mounted on top of the press, the MT series matrix rewinder has a two-spindle turret design, which allows for easy removal of rewound material without stopping the press line. The JR series turret rewinder eliminates the need for off-line rewinding by utilizing the "matched-speed" splicing technique. And, the DC series diecutting station features include a web guiding system and built-in wipers to reduce build up between tooling.

Keene Technology, Inc., 815/624-8989, fax: 815/624-4223, www.keenetech.com

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For quick setup

Highly accurate motion-control systems use the latest AC servo and adjustable-frequency drive platforms. Significant relay elimination is accomplished through a single PLC.

American International Machinery, Inc., 414/764-3223, fax: 414/764-8679.

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For beta testing

The new 4.0 version of MassTransit Enterprise file transfer, remote proofing, and remote workflow software for beta testing has now been released. This new version features a web browser to exchanging graphic arts files via a web browser by providing extremely easy-to-use, drag-and-drop transfer of files and folders using the web browser. Additional benefits include multiple simultaneous file and folder transmission, automatic file compression/decompression, Macintosh folder hierarchy and file integrity protection, and cross-platform transfer.

Group Logic, Inc., 800/476-8781, www.grouplogic.com

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For viscosity testing

New disposable chambers for the co.'s small sample adapter are ideal for materials that are difficult to clean or in busy laboratories where a low-cost disposable chamber will improve productivity.

Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, Inc., 508/226-0001, fax: 508/222-9371, www.stebbings.com

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Determines electrostatic nature of material

The Determinator test rig is capable of determining the electrostatic nature of your material along with the size and distribution of surface contamination. The function of the test rig is to determine the efficiency of the co.'s products on your material before purchasing a web/sheet cleaning system, static control equipment or electrostatic charging devices. With one pass through the test rig, the material becomes static free.

ElectroStatics Inc., 888/782-8427, www.electrostatics.com

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Permits gauging output

A new UMI-1 mobile ultraviolet energy measuring device will gauge the output of UV energy on printing presses and converting equipment at any time. Available in several configurations, this system can be used to compare the efficiency and output of several UV units. The UMI-1 consists of a display and either of two different measuring devices. It's equipped with a measuring probe, and is particularly applicable to UV curing done on conveyors.

IST America Corp., 630/771-0590, fax: 630/771-1190.

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With new operator interface

A new operator interface features tactile, "feel" membrane switches and a new, true planetary gear head incorporated into the actuator. The systems are designed for stable, accurate edge control and reliability.

Converter Accessory Corp., 800/433-2413, fax: 800/709-1007, www.converteraccessory.com

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For label inspection

The Model COUNT-100 label counting station gives an accurate readout of the number of labels being rewound. Labels up to 6 to 1/2-in. wide and any length can be accommodated. This model has no mechanical switches to cause adjustment or operational problems. The COUNT-100 is constructed of steel.

Labelmate LLC, 877/833-7149, fax: 702/435-8536, www.labelmate.com

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AC-vector digital drives

The Theorema gearless CI-flexo press is offered in three widths: 42-, 49- and 57-in. Various print repeats can be achieved depending on the diameter of the CI drum, including 32-, 40- and 48-in. The entire 8- or 10-color press, unwinders and rewinders are driven by AC-vector digital servomotors. The drying system features stainless-steel boxes that slide out for easy cleaning.

Bielloni Castello SpA, 39/02-24851, fax: 39/02-490124, www.bielloni.it

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