With die-cutting speeds of up to 16,000 sheets/h, the CutPRO X 106 rotary die-cutter is the game changer in folding carton production. Dirk Winkler presented cutting tools, process units and the production process Koenig & Bauer

Koenig & Bauer, a leading manufacturer of sheetfed offset presses for folding carton printing, invited existing and prospective customers from all over the world to an exclusive event under the banner ‘Post-press Solutions Experience’ that was held from 19 to 22 November. More than 150 guests from 12 countries were given the opportunity to learn more about the latest solutions for even greater profitability and efficiency at the post-press stages of folding carton production.

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In a panel of experts, users reported on their investment decisions and experiences with postpress technology from Koenig & Bauer. From left to right: Thomas Grübner, Elbe-Leasing, Otto Meyer, Thimm Verpackungen, Hagen Sczepanski, Vogtland-Kartonagen and Thomas Göcke, Koenig & Bauer Sheetfed Koenig & Bauer

The objective of the event was to present innovations in the field of post-press technology and to share comprehensive insights into the future of folding carton production. It addressed both potential customers and current users who wish to further optimize their production processes and are therefore interested in learning about the latest trends in the industry.

End-to-end process chain for folding carton production

Having expanded its expertise in folding carton printing to cover the entire value chain of post-press technologies, Koenig & Bauer is able to offer its customers solutions that go beyond traditional press engineering, such as 360-degree workflow solutions. Koenig & Bauer supports its customers at all stages of folding carton production and presents alternatives to established products in the field of post-press. The combination of leading-edge press engineering and innovative post-press solutions enables users to stand out in an increasingly competitive market and to develop new business opportunities.

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Alexander Stern presented myKyana, Koenig & Bauer’s digital ecosystem that takes the entire folding carton production process from printing to die-cutting to gluing to a new level with powerful AI and data-based digital tools Koenig & Bauer

What’s more, Koenig & Bauer offers a manufacturer-independent ecosystem in the form of myKyana that optimizes the complete production process and promotes seamless communication between machines. This digital platform ensures that all machines and processes communicate efficiently with each other – a key prerequisite for successfully mastering the ever-higher demands of customers and markets.

Live: practice-oriented presentations and machine demonstrations

A highly varied agenda allowed the international post-press experts to gather a wealth of information on current and future developments in folding carton production.

Ralf Sammeck, member of the executive board of Koenig & Bauer and CEO of Koenig & Bauer Sheetfed, used his keynote presentation to explain the post-press strategy and digital orientation of the company. He positioned Koenig & Bauer as a leading partner in the field of folding carton production. Subsequent breakout sessions offered the participants additional, more detailed information on topics such as the service experience, performance management and expanding post-press options.

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Bernhard Gansert demonstrated high-performance die-cutting production, job changes and technical highlights on the CutPRO Q 106 SB flatbed die-cutter Koenig & Bauer

Practical demonstrations with live production runs and job changeovers presented a broad spectrum of innovative solutions with which Koenig & Bauer is shaping a forward-thinking and efficient future for folding carton production. 

The demonstrations covered the following machines and solutions in the Radebeul Customer Experience Centre:

CutPRO Q 106 SB – Koenig & Bauer’s performance benchmark in flat-bed die-cutting for maximum outputs in industrial folding carton production

CutPRO X 106 – the game changer

Ipress 106 PRO SB – the new generation of the Ipress 106 flat-bed die-cutter for even more efficiency

Omega Allpro 110 – the all-rounder for maximum productivity and versatility

myKyana – the digital ecosystem from Koenig & Bauer

Customers from different regions reported on their business development successes using sheetfed offset and post-press technologies from Koenig & Bauer. Thanks to innovative solutions geared to diversification and differentiation, they are in a better position to respond to the constantly changing demands of their customers. Koenig & Bauer offers not only the machines, but also tailored solutions covering the entire value chain of folding carton production.

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