Bobst: Automation as the key to improved competitiveness
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Bobst is now expanding its portfolio specifically for e-commerce. The Expertfold 165 has been a popular solution for packaging printing and production thanks to its modular design and flexible configurability. There is now an extended solution for online retail.
With Polyvacuum and Gyrobox, two new modules have now been added to the Expertfold 165. These are aimed at generating added value in the highly competitive e-commerce business. The modules already available for the Masterfold 170 and Masterfold 230 have been adapted for the Expertfold 165 and are now available for this machine. This market launch underlines the approach of Bobst, in product development proactively meet the constantly changing requirements of packaging production.
Adaptation to the changed situation in retail
"The entire retail sector is seeing significant growth in online retail. Consumers have quickly turned to the internet during the pandemic. This puts additional pressure on the brand manufacturers they trust and their packaging manufacturers. We have always developed our products to meet the demands of packaging production - today and tomorrow. With the e-commerce version of the Expertfold 165, we now offer a Further development of our tried-and-tested machine with additional, especially for the requirements of online retail is equipped with the right tools."
Pierre Binggeli, Product Line Director Folder-gluers Bobst
Fast order processing is crucial in online business from the click through to delivery, determines sales success and customer satisfaction. Against this backdrop, the question of whether packaging manufacturers have suitable machinery is of central importance.
"The e-commerce version of the Expertfold 165 is a production line that can be used to efficiently produce a wide range of different boxes. This also applies to complex boxes. Furthermore, it is Easy to operate, resulting in shorter set-up times and higher machine availability - in other words, added value for packaging manufacturers. With all its machines, Bobst makes complex technology easy to operate and adjust via a user-friendly human-machine interface (HMI). We are delighted to be able to launch such a powerful new machine. It emphasises once again why Bobst is the first port of call when it comes to innovations for the packaging industry."
Pierre Binggeli
Equipped for Industry 4.0
The machine is equipped with Matic automation technology and remote control. It therefore supports the digital transformation in the packaging industry. The short set-up processes and fast job changeovers are also thanks to the fact that the entire folder-gluer and its various modules can be controlled via a remote control. Human-machine interface be controlled.
It allows machine operators to save settings and retrieve them as required. With a view to realising Industry 4.0 processes, Bobst Helpline Plus and service apps are available for the Expertfold. These enable the Remote access for fast and effective production monitoring and support. The new e-commerce version of the Expertfold 165 meets the requirements for diversification and productivity, while at the same time enabling cost-efficient, future-orientated packaging production.
Source: Bobst
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