The Centraflex Machine

Today when people are choosing a printing machine they are looking for something that is cost efficient but that also produces top quality products at a fast rate; all of which we strive to achieve at Focus Label.

If you are looking for a paper and packaging printing machine then the Centraflex machine from Focus Label could be perfect for you; this range of central impression flexographic machines combines high quality printing with a compact design, which we understand are both important aspects that are often required.

These presses are used for many specialised printing and converting applications and can be used for converting a wide range of products such as flexible films, labels, tickets, meat casings and much more.

There are two machines in this range, the Centraflex 250/300 and the Centraflex 250/300 UV, to see detailed specifications of the two just click here, but here is a summary of both the machines’ features:

• With the Centraflex you can choose between a UV and IR drying system. You have individual control over each head which allows for close monitoring of heat management.

• For packaging and casing applications a turn bar is provided, this allows printing on both sides of the substrate to occur simultaneously.

• The machine is equipped with quick release 2 roll flexographic cartridges or can be supplied with enclosed cartridges and ink pumps. Even on the most difficult of substrates the print station achieves accuracy and stability.

• The central drum in this press provides excellent control over unsupported substrates. If you opt for the larger equipment, a chill system is present for total monitoring and control over heat management.

• A single, automatic web guide is provided; you can also get a second unit for control over multiple webs.

• Direct torque motors ensure that during rewind it has complete tension control over all substrates; 75mm air cores are standard, but other sizes are available.

• The unwind module has a large capacity and includes automatic tension control as standard; one or two unwinds can be supplied. If desired, the module can also accept a web cleaner and corona treater; these ensure that the substrate is in optimum condition before printing and converting.

• For products such as labels, tickets or small cartons the press can be fitted with a stacking system, this collects sheets by stacking on the delivery table and is even able to assist in batch counting.

• Various options are available for over lamination of synthetic films and removal of waste matrix.

• For live monitoring of the web for colour and print quality, video inspection systems are available.

• For label, ticket and carton production rotary die stations are available; these handle complex cutting and converting requirements.

• For the trimming or splitting of webs, a slitting system is provided, perforation blades can also be provided.

• In order to make the best of this machine, Focus has designed its own cold foil application system for value added printing applications.

For more information on this machine, or any of our other products just give Focus a call!