New Compact Foiler Modules

TAUNTON, UK—January 5, 2015—Compact Foilers has announced the launch of two new modules for print enhancement. The CF1400 FLX is a new flexo module for web-based applications. The unit is available for retro fit to existing flexo printing machines or as a complete stand-alone machine for customers who want to enhance their print with special effects after printing.

The new off-line machine uses the latest automatic web guide and servo controls for re-registration to the pre-printed web for enhancement with spectacular metallic and holographic effects. The machine has integrated reel lifting units, automatic tension control, flexo printing unit, UV drying unit, in-line slitting and foil/film delivery module.

The CF75 has been developed for customers who want to add cast and cure to pre-printed material using their spot UV varnish machines. This low cost, lightweight unit is mounted after the coating station above the out feed sheet conveyor. The reels of cast and cure film can be loaded quickly from the side of the machine eliminating the need for lifting equipment. A compact UV lamp unit cures the varnish before the film is stripped and rewound for multiple passes.

The company assumes full responsibility for the supply and integration of all the press modification parts to divert the web from the module, through the press and back to the rewind. They fit their own sensors to the press to monitor speed, position of cylinder/gap and blanket cylinder position. The only connection they integrate with in the press control is the emergency stop circuit. They have total closed loop monitoring of the module functionality with sensors for web break, blanket wrap, and end of reel.