With the mplaten|cleaner from Marbach Automation & Service, the platen of a die-cutting machine can be cleaned efficiently by the machine operator. With the cleaning device, the company offers a solution that can be used to increase the productivity of corrugated board die-cutting machines.
The demands of the market on the Productivity of punching tools are high. There are always Shorter set-up times required. An important component in minimising these times is the technological equipment and the quality of the punching, stripping and blanking tools themselves. However, in addition to the tool technologies used and their functionality, the condition of the punching machine also plays a key role in maximising output.
„In the packaging manufacturing process, the die-cutting machine is subject to a natural wear and tear. But not only that. Increasing contamination of the die-cutting platen means that unevenness in this area is constantly increasing. The result is a Increasing fitting and finishing costs. This gradually reduces productivity,“ explains Sandra Hemberger from Sales at Marbach Automation & Service.
This device removes dirt and rust from the stamping platen. The cleaning process smoothes out any unevenness, significantly minimising the amount of finishing work required. The punching pressure can be reduced. This extends the Service life of the tool. In addition, the punching result is also positively influenced by a clean punching platen.
Simplified cleaning process
The cleaning process is not easy due to the machine characteristics. For this reason, many print shops and die-cutting plants have in the past opted for a Regular comprehensive cleaning of the punching platen dispensed with. With the new crucible cleaning device, the upper and lower crucible can be cleaned in one movement. The mplaten|cleaner is designed in such a way that even hard-to-reach areas are easy to reach. Cleaning normally takes no longer than one hour if carried out regularly. Depending on the condition of the machine, initial cleaning can of course take a little longer.
„It's worth investing this time in the machine's condition. Because the time required for cleaning amortised very quickly due to the positive effects on the fitting and make-ready times,“ knows Sandra Hemberger.
