With the addition of an inkjet printer mounted directly onto the slitter or rewinder, manufacturers can eliminate the need for a separate printing process. Traditional setups often involve printing labels or information on a separate machine before applying them to the product during the slitting or rewinding phase. Integration eliminates this two-step approach, resulting in a more efficient and seamless workflow.
- Increase Print Quality
- Reduce Labour
- Reduce Lead Times
- Reduce Consumable Costs
We often see the following scenario with customers:
- Print labels on Flexo Press 3-up at 250 ft/min
- Slit labels on slitter/rewinder into 3 lanes at 250 ft/min
- Print variable data with thermal transfer 1 lane at a time at 50 ft/min
This causes a bottleneck at the thermal transfer printer and a decrease in process efficiency. To keep up with the demand, you would need to be running 15 thermal transfer printers!
You can improve this process by printing directly on your slitter/rewinder with digital inkjet.
- Print labels on Flexo Press 3-up at 250 ft/min
- Print digital inkjet and slit labels on slitter rewinder into 3 lanes at 250 ft/min
You have successfully eliminated an entire step and replaced 15 thermal transfer printers with just one inkjet system.
In the manufacturing industry, integrating an inkjet printer onto a slitter or rewinder can result in significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. This groundbreaking combination of technologies tackles the crucial challenges faced in the production process, providing a seamless solution that boosts productivity and slashes expenses.
The cost savings result from decreased material waste and enhanced production speed. Integrated printing eliminates the need for pre-printed labels or separate labelling equipment, reducing material costs and minimizing downtime caused by label roll changes. Real-time printing guarantees precise and current information on every product, preventing the expenses associated with outdated or incorrect labelling.