Drupa 2024 | Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems public debut
Waqas Qureshi, 25 April 2024
Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems will be showcasing its automation and advances in digital cutting technology.
The new Kongsberg Ultimate will be making its public debut at the global exhibition, and the company has now revealed it will also give a preview of the new addition to its automation line – a new seven-axis robot cell that allows customers to increase throughput utilizing multiple pallets and multiple cutting systems, a further step towards ‘lights-out’ automation.
Kongsberg said a customer-centric approach has made the launch of the new Kongsberg Ultimate a stand-out for the corrugated production industry.
The company is also showcasing its MultiCam Apex3R CNC router, which it claims sets the standard in routing with its balance between performance and precision.
David Preskett, Kongsberg PCS vice president of EMEA and APAC, said: “We are incredibly proud of the significant advances we have made recently, and we are excited to showcase our very latest innovations. As well as having a first opportunity to see our new Kongsberg Ultimate that is transforming corrugated production, Drupa visitors will also be the first to learn about our incredible new seven-axis, rail-mounted Robotic Material Handler (RMH) system. Seven axes provide significantly greater reach and flexibility, increasing the freedom to design the layout of a production cell to match customer needs. Multiple loading and unloading points can be located with greater flexibility within the cell and nested close to the cutting systems, and as the system is also modular it can grow to meet the evolving needs of a business.”
Preskett said there will be an array of designs and samples made from a variety of materials at the show – a creative freedom that packaging and sign and display manufacturers enjoy with Kongsberg PCS machines.
“We are looking forward to demonstrating how we are harnessing the latest technology to enable businesses to unlock their potential, supercharge productivity and to maximise their return on investment,” he said. “We will be giving a first look at our new generation seven-axis robot cell, with its innovative rail mounting and improved interfacing that delivers complete unattended production for a fully automated process, further maximising efficiency.”
Preskett added that Kongsberg was looking forward to meeting the print for packaging sector at Drupa: “We are more driven than ever to provide the innovative solutions that packaging, sign and display manufacturers need to meet today’s ever-changing demands, and those of tomorrow. With our new technology and a commitment to addressing customer pain points, we cannot wait to show our innovations at Drupa.”
Source: Packagingnews