Bobst’s advanced sheet-registration system, Accuregister, is designed to deliver unmatched die-cutting precision, positioning itself as a crucial tool for folding carton converters aiming to balance quality and speed in today’s competitive market.
The Accuregister system traces its roots to the Power Register system introduced in 2000. Over nearly 25 years of development, Accuregister has evolved to offer superior precision and efficiency. It is designed to work seamlessly with Bobst’s Novacut 106 and Visioncut 106 die-cutters, capable of processing a wide range of substrates including carton, solid board, corrugated board, and paper.
At the core of Accuregister’s performance is its contactless registration system, enabled by high-performance cameras. This system allows for precise sheet alignment using either the edge of the board or a print mark reference. The result is cut-to-print accuracy, with a sheet correction range of up to ±6mm in the running direction and ±13mm laterally. This technology ensures perfect register quality, reduces waste during setup and production, and boosts overall productivity.
Speed and Reduced Stoppages
In today’s fast-paced market, speed is essential. Accuregister, when combined with automatic lateral pile correction, can reduce machine stoppages by up to 80% at the feeder, feed table, and platen inlet. The system’s ease of setup, requiring minimal adjustments, allows operators of all experience levels to quickly and efficiently prepare the machine for production.
Versatility with Sensitive Substrates
The contactless alignment system is particularly advantageous for handling sensitive substrates such as lighter boards, recycled materials, paper, and shiny or transparent substrates. This expands the capabilities of converters, enabling them to respond to a broader array of production tasks.
Supporting a Sustainable Future
Bobst’s vision for the future of packaging emphasizes digitalization, automation, connectivity, and sustainability. Novacut 106 die-cutting machines equipped with Accuregister support this vision by automating important setup processes and reducing stoppages. This increased precision and efficiency contribute to less production waste and fewer returns, promoting a more sustainable and cost-efficient converting process.
Additionally, the Novacut machines are supplemented with HMI Sphere, which grants access to the Bobst Connect digital platform. This platform offers tools such as performance management and equipment monitoring, helping packaging converters to enhance capacity, efficiency, and overall performance.
Bobst’s Accuregister system represents a significant advancement in packaging production technology, enabling converters to achieve new levels of precision, efficiency, and sustainability. As the packaging industry continues to evolve, innovations like Accuregister will be critical in helping businesses thrive in an increasingly demanding market.
