Koenig & Bauer
Unlocking the Potential of CI Flexo Printing
Central impression (CI) flexo printing is a cornerstone of flexible packaging production, offering a versatile and cost-effective method for printing on a wide variety of substrates. From crisp graphics on food and non food packaging to vibrant designs on shopping bags, gift wraps and folding carton, CI flexo printing brings products to life with eye-catching visuals.
CI Flexo Presses Offer Numerous Benefits
- High print quality: Achieve sharp images, vibrant colours, and precise registration due to CI drum technology
- Versatility: Print on a wide range of substrates, including films, foils, paper, and board
- High speed: Meet demanding production schedules with fast printing speeds
- Cost-effectiveness: Minimise waste and maximise efficiency for competitive pricing
- Sustainability: Utilise eco-friendly inks and reduce material consumption
CI Flexo Printing Plays a Crucial Role in Various Applications
Flexible packaging: Printing on films, foils, and laminates for food, non food, and other consumer goods
Paper: Production of fibre based packaging products and paper applications like gift wraps, shopping bags
Carton: Printing on paperboard for cartons, folding boxes, and other packaging applications – especially cups & trays
Speciality applications: Printing on various materials for unique and innovative packaging solutions with breathable, shrinkable and strechable applications
Key Advantages of Koenig & Bauer CI Flexo Presses
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Feature / Technology |
Specification |
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Innovative technology |
Advanced features designed to enhance print quality, production speed and operational efficiency |
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DryTronic |
High drying efficiency through optimized air velocity between the printing units; ergonomic design for faster cleaning |
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Chamber Blades |
Newly designed chamber doctor blades reduce ghosting; tool-free changing system enables shorter setup times |
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Pre Capture |
“Pre Capture” drying bridge reduces solvent emissions; innovative airflow enables high production speeds, even with high varnish application weights |
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ErgoTronic |
Operator-optimized HMI design; intuitive information interface; Industry 4.0-ready architecture |
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Sustainable Package |
New configuration ensures optimal airflow throughout the press; latest-generation electrical components reduce energy consumption |
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Customized configurations |
A broad range of options enables the press to be configured according to specific production requirements |
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Robust engineering |
Durable and reliable machine design for long-term performance |
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Comprehensive support |
Expert guidance and technical support throughout the entire lifecycle of the press |
XG
High-Performance CI Flexo Printing Press
Outstanding printing quality at a high performance level
Systematic automation
Variety with up to 10 printing units and long print lengths
Modular configuration for all applications
Top Productivity and Quality, Even with Large Printing Lengths
The mission for the XG was simple: to develop a highly automated flexographic printing press for film, paper and cardboard with production speeds up to 600 m/min, with top performance in terms of quality and productivity.
As a result, smooth running at maximum speed guarantees very stable register behavior. The XG can be configured with 8 or 10 printing units, as well as in the XG LR version, with a print length up to 1,250 mm.
Additional individual printing units or laminating extend the machine’s performance spectrum.
Technical Data of the XG
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Parameter |
Standard |
Optional |
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Printing units |
8 |
10 |
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Printing width |
1,000–1,600 mm (39.37–62.99 in) |
1,800 mm (70.86 in) |
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Maximum printing repeat |
1,130 mm (44.48 in) |
1,250 mm (49.21 in) |
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Maximum production speed |
600 m/min (1,969 ft/min) |
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Reel diameter |
1,000 / 1,300 / 1,500 mm (39.37 / 51.18 / 59.05 in) |
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Inks |
Water- and solvent-based inks |
UV-LED inks |
XD Pro
Best in Class CI Flexo Printing Press
XD Pro is the “Best in Class” CI Flexo printing press for just-in-time markets and combines 50 years of Italian market experience with German engineering.
- Faster set up time thanks to higher automatisation
- Easy access to all printing relevant parts
- User-optimised interface
- Modular configuration for all applications
The Next Generation of Flexo Printing
The mission for the XD Pro was simple: to develop the “Best in Class” price-performance CI Flexo printing press for just-in-time markets.
As a result, the XD Pro comes with high automatisation, ergonomic design and easy access to all print relevant units. This combination leads to faster set up times and reduces waste to a minimum.
Paper, foil or new substrate – the standard reel to reel configuration, as well as individual solutions for inline processes, offer you your individual solution.
Technical Data of the XD Pro
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Parameter |
Standard |
Optional |
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Printing units |
8 |
10 |
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Printing width |
1,000–1,400 mm (39.37–55.12 in) |
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Maximum printing repeat |
850 mm (33.46 in) |
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Maximum production speed |
500 m/min (1,640 ft/min) |
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Reel diameter |
1,000 / 1,300 mm (39.37 / 51.18 in) |
400 / 1,500 mm (15.75 / 59.05 in) |
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Inks |
Water- and solvent-based inks |
UV-LED inks |
Patras
The Modular System for Substrate Logistics
- Modular design
- Reel and pallet transport
- From manual substrate supply to fully automated intralogistics
- Highly efficient substrate intralogistics from a single source
- Integration with an ERP System possible
Modular Systems for Substrate Intralogistics
The name “Patras” is derived from the abbreviation for “Paper Transport System”. From manual loading to fully automated large-scale intralogistics, from incoming goods to waste disposal, reel or pallet transport, the options are endless.
Designed for supplying winders of printing presses and splicers of corrugators, Patras is extremely adaptable. The intralogistics system also allows pallet logistics for sheetfed printing or converting applications.
Whether web offset, CI Flexo, digital printing, sheetfed printing or corrugators, Patras is a proven high-performance substrate transport system, adaptable to the customers’ requirements.
Applications & Grades
They are a base material in applications that do not require any formability beyond minimal bending and/or roll-forming.
- Large and Small Electric Motors
- Generators
- Ballasts
- Transformers
