BGM to launch new finishing system at Labelexpo

Bar Graphic Machinery demonstrates three finishing systems, headlined by the launch of a 22in finishing system featuring large capacity unwind with integral roll lifting, and CAP constant air pressure technology.

The new 22in system, the BGM Elite 550iSR, incorporates BGM's latest GPS gear positioning system, enabling operators to load master rolls into the braking system position with self-alignment requiring no operator intervention. The CAP system delivers constant air pressure to the unwind mandrel, while the large-capacity unwind includes integral roll lifting capabilities. The 550mm wide machine targets self-adhesive label finishing applications with one-metre diameter unwind and integral roll lifting. Standard features include constant air pressure to the unwind mandrel, automatic compensation braking and digital roll end capabilities. Options encompass dual rewind configurations, automatic inspection systems, razor units and venturi extraction. This machine is also available as a 26in (670mm) option.

The 450 Label-I 200 percent Automatic Inspection Slitter Rewinder inspects both sides of the web simultaneously while slitting and rewinding supported and unsupported substrates as thin as 15 microns. It operates at speeds reaching 300m/min and runs 12.7mm cores with a mandrel support attachment. It automatically inspects for print defects, die-to-print registration, missing matrix and labels. The machine automatically adjusts acceleration times to suit the mandrel size and includes a slowdown festoon with precise positioning on the editing table. Optional features include 2D and 3D inspection, PDF management, reporting and comparison, plus UV and RFID inspection capabilities. The machine operates at speeds of up to 300m/min.

The company demonstrates its 370eDSRT Easy Load Die Cut Slitter Semi-Automatic Turret Rewinder, achieving rotary die-cutting speeds reaching 250m/min. This machine features a two-spindle semi-automatic turret that splices material and advances tails onto cores. A tail layon system applies tails to the cores during operation. Dies receive support from a bottom guide rail system for effortless loading, improving setup time while reducing damage from incorrect loading. The dual-spindle design allows operators to pre-load cores on one spindle while the other rewinds. Users report productivity improvements of up to 60 percent.