Model AG Invests in Koenig & Bauer Celmacch Chroma X Pro Machine

Model AG has ordered a Chroma X Pro machine from Koenig & Bauer Celmacch to be installed at the Weinfelden plant in Switzerland in summer 2024. 
 
The Chroma X Pro 1200 is expected to increase productivity with the highest automation levels. It features a working width of 2.10 meters, 7 printing units, and production speeds up to 14,000 sheets per hour allowing for shorter makeready times. 
 
“The chemistry between us was balanced from the beginning, and of course this helps a lot in such a project,” said Model AG’s head of production Erol Gencoglu. “In the first place, we had a totally clear vision of what concerns machinery and technology: in particular short makeready times, modern and intuitive handling, and a very high automation level, were essential conditions for us, which Koenig & Bauer Celmacch is quite simply able to fulfil.”
 
The line’s feeder has no rolls so corrugated sheets can be gently conveyed into the machine, and low-wear and tear is possible through a vacuum roll transport; as a result, there’s low cost in spare parts and maintenance. The Chroma X Pro has automatic washing processes and bucket ejection by means of a machine-controlled job comparison, reducing set up times.
 
“Our philosophy is keeping Customer’s requests always in the focus and aligning ourselves accordingly,” said Koenig & Bauer Corrugated director Hannah Potrawa. “During numerous extremely constructive and productive meetings with the team of Model AG, we could improve the automation and the handling of our machinery and integrate new features in the machine.”
 
The Register Control System, the Image Control System, and the Easy Job Exchange belong to the equipment of the machine, which in 180 seconds allows the new production with the Digital Workflow of the Chroma X Pro. The follow-up order can be loaded and prepared already during production.
 
The Flying Job Change enables a job transition by related job changeovers without stopping the machine. This works for a whole line and interfaces transmit the job changeover with a two-sheet gap. Advanced AutoSet Systems determines and presets ideal settings and parameters based on previous printing data. 
 
“We are very pleased that Model AG and Koenig & Bauer, tow highly innovative companies are realizing this exciting project together,” said Koenig & Bauer Switzerland CEO Peter J. Rickenmann. “A big thank you to the team of Model AG for their order and their confidence in our machinery technology and expertise.”
 
Located in Switzerland, Model AG is a packaging producer that develops, produces, and delivers smart, innovative, and high-quality display and packaging solutions in corrugated cardboard. The company has sites in Weinfelden, Moudon, and Niedergösgen.