Slitting & Rewinding
The first Converting 4.0 network meeting at Kampf
known companies involved in the slitting and winding of web-shaped materials — as well as specialists from the automation, IT and sensor industries — gathered at Wiehl's main location. The government promoted the Industry 4.0
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project with the aim of interlinking industrial production with modern information and communication technology. A networking of all
he first Converting 4.0 network meeting took place at Kampf Schneid-und Wickeltechnik in Wiehl. More than 70 visitors from 40 well-
systems in the course of the Industry 4.0 process is important for the metal and electrical industry as well as the exporting machine construction industry. Kampf founded the Converting 4.0 network with a goal to create solutions for the digitalised processes of the future. In spring this year, Kampf presented
‘the@vanced’, as the basis for a partner network to map the entire value chain. The integrative platform received positive market feedback. ‘the@vanced’ serves as an instrument to increase the efficiency of the slitting and winding technology and the production process. Products or components are networked on this platform and the data is evaluated as a whole, used to initiate appropriate optimisation measures. The participants also
received information about ‘the@vanced’ in the afternoon workshops
which were offered, the results of which were discussed in a concluding discussion. The first network meeting served to
exchange ideas with interested parties, users and experts on digitalisation and networking. Kampf wants to inspire more companies to continue developing Industry 4.0 together — alike how Kampf has contributed to the world of digital by creating Converting 4.0 — as the company believes the networking of systems begins with networking with people. In addition to a lecture by Professor Dr.-Ing,
Christin Brecher, deputy director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT, who presented on the topic ‘Networked, Adaptive Production - Today and in the Future,’ the following topics were also discussed: ‘Entry into the digital future’; ‘Transformation of a medium-sized company’; ‘Converting 4.0 — Connecting-Innovative-Networks’; ‘Agil- Collaborative-Organisation’. There will be other networking events in the
future for Kampf and one thing is certain: The Converting 4.0 network continues to grow.
www.kampf.de
A Universal X6 Laser Perforator for flexible packaging innovator
flexible packaging Skymark is one of a select group of companies who are prepared to prove the company’s commitment to constant innovation. One of the most tangible ways that Skymark has made its position clear is by publicly announcing details of investment programs. The company recently announced that it has invested in a Universal X6 Laser Perforation Slitter Rewinder. The Universal X6 Laser Perforation Slitter
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Rewinder gives Skymark the capacity to process a wide range of flexible packaging films. During the slitting process films can be either perforated to modify the atmosphere within the package or scored to make packing easier to open for the consumer. The laser scoring technology on the
Universal X6 enables packaging films to be perforated to a high level of accuracy at speeds of 350m/min. This gives Skymark the ability to selectively score one or more layers of laminated film. This enables the production of ‘easy peel’ packaging that won’t compromise the barrier properties of the complete packaging. Commenting on the investment, Skymark
10 December/January 2018 In addition to
laser perforation and scoring technology, the Universal X6 is fitted with the same hyper-productivity technologies as the popular X6 Slitter Rewinder, including automatic
ince forming in 1987, Skymark Packaging has strived to put itself at the forefront of innovation. In the competitive world of
director, Paul Neath, says, “The investment in laser perforation and scoring capacity is part of a larger expansion programme. We chose Universal as they are able to offer local support for both the slitting machine and the Rofin laser system. Universal also has over 20 years experience with similar laser systems.”
knife and core positioning. Other common features, including on-screen diagnostics and remote support ensure that the X6 is consistently productive. As with all Universal Slitters the new Universal X6 at Skymark comes with free lifetime support. 2017 has been a year of progress for Skymark Packaging. News of the purchase of an X6 closely followed news of an important award for sustainability. The new machinery will be installed at the Skymark facility at Scunthorpe in the UK. Alan Jones, managing
director of Universal Converting Equipment, says, “The growth of Skymark is mirrored by the growth of Universal. Having acquired additional buildings, Universal is set to double its output of X6 slitter rewinders in 2018. Although most of the machines are exported it is always good to supply companies that are closer to home.”
www.universalconvertingequipment.com www.convertermag.co.uk
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