Heidelberg-Masterwork partnership bears fruit

The Promatrix 106 CS is the first machine to result from the partnership concluded last year between Chinese manufacturer Masterwork Machinery and Heidelberg. The machine is being sold exclusively by Heidelberg.

Heidelberg unveiled the Promatrix 106 CS at its 2014 Packaging Days event. The Promatrix 106 CS performs die-cutting and embossing at a speed of 8,000sph on a 760 × 1,060mm (29.92 × 41.73in) format. It can handle a wide range of materials from 90 all the way up to 2,000g per square meter.

Arka-Druk was founded in 2000 and supplies customers in the packaging industry, including pharmaceutical and cosmetics companies, with a range of services, including labels, packaging and a variety of commercial work.

‘We were looking for a die cutter for runs and lead times that are becoming ever shorter, said Arka-Druk owner Arthur Bach. ‘The tests with the Promatrix 106 CS met all our expectations. The die cutter fits in well with our concept of industrial production with structured processes and delivers high quality with reliable production.’

Dr Frank Schaum, head of post-press at Heidelberg, said: ‘We’re delighted the Promatrix 106 CS has been so well received by the customer. Other machines sold to European customers are almost ready for delivery.

‘We will continue to develop the product portfolio with Masterwork in the medium term. Our objective in doing so is to supply the right machines and solutions to ensure effective folding carton production, complete with the appropriate service activities.’