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Bobst introduces the 3D Configurator for its Digital Master family. Customers can use the new tool to configure and visualise their machines. The flexibility ensures that the printing machines can meet current and future requirements.
With the 3D Configurator Bobst is now offering a new online tool for its all-in-one, all-inline label printing machines from the Digital Master family, which customers can use to configure and visualise the exact machines they need. The Integration of digital and flexographic printing technology into a seamless process provides label manufacturers with new possibilities in production - with reduced waste and greater efficiency at the same time.
The company launched the Digital Master family in April 2022. It underlines the company's vision for the future of label production. The new printing machines, which are available in printing widths of 340 and 510 mm, each integrate digital and analogue technology into a production process that performs several work steps in a single pass.
From simple self-adhesive labels to multi-layer and high-quality finished labels - the Digital Master 340 and Digital Master 510 offer label manufacturers every conceivable option. flexibility to maximise their productivity, make the best possible use of their production space and overcome staff shortages and their substrates.
„With the development of the unique Digital Master platform, Bobst is responding to the many different requirements in label production. The new 3D Configurator now offers our customers the flexibility to put together the printing machines they need for their individual requirements - and thus utilise the modularity and versatility of this platform to the full.“
Patrick Graber, Strategic Marketing Manager at Bobst
Using the new 3D Configurator, label manufacturers can online access to all modules available for the Digital Master family of presses. including modules for flexo printing, delam/relam, multilayer labels, combo coupon labels, hot foil stamping, combo lamination, screen printing as well as semi-rotary and rotary die-cutting. The individual modules can be added, arranged, combined or even removed from the basic machine depending on the production requirements. All modules are visualised in 3D - each with explanations that describe their use and possibilities in detail.
As soon as the configuration is complete, the 3D Configurator generates detailed reports including the dimensions of the machines. Customers can also use the online tool to contact their local Bobst sales representative to discuss and validate their selection.
Source: Bobst
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