BOBST BOOSTS FOLDER GLUERS
Bobst has enhanced its middle-range folder-gluers with the implementation of the Sphere machine interface, which it says is a decisive step into the future of folding-gluing.
According to Bobst, the development allows folding carton converters to further optimise the production workflow and enable efficient data flow between physical equipment and digital solutions.
The new Sphere has been added to the Visionfold and Novafold lines . The Novafold 50 l 80 l 110 series was introduced last year, featuring the blank aligner and 4&6-corner device. Offering speeds of up to 300 m/min and up to 18,000 4-and 6-corner boxes per hour.
The equally modular all-rounder, the Visionfold 50 l 80 l 110 series is available as a motorised version and can be run with speeds of up to 350 m/min, producing up to 22,000 4-and 6-corner boxes per hour.
According to Bobst, Sphere provides a single point of control for all functions of the machine. Up to two 15’’ full-colour, high-definition touch screens allow operators to set up jobs, and give the possibility to recall up to 5,000 job settings, saving precious makeready time.
Through Sphere, users can subscribe to the Bobst Connect Essential package, which allows machines and data to be connected in one comprehensive platform. The technology allows companies to drive productivity and access accurate performance data, progress indicators and reporting. It also ensures high-priority remote assistance.
“Bobst Connect Essential is only the first step in a major upheaval in the way we manage data and communication,” said Pierre Binggeli, head of product line folder-gluers at Bobst.
Bobst says these functions enhance connectivity over the converting workflow and increase data accessibility, to provide converters with unparalleled visibility over their machines and production. Precise information about output, maintenance and tooling as well as an immediate communication workflow throughout the supply chain and ensured traceability will optimise production performance, improve machine handling and even increase shift output.
