The development was done through collaboration with NELA, the leading supplier of register systems and automation solutions for the pre-press industry. The APX takes plate automation to a new level. Operator interaction at the press is reduced to a minimum.

Multiple Productions can be loaded with plates handled as a single package, which reduces mistakes, operator time at the machine and plate damage through handling. The system distributes the plates automatically to the right zones on the cylinder. Up to 12 plates can be loaded as a single package. New packages or single Plates can be continuously added to the loader.

The system requires less accuracy in plate delivery since the plates will be positioned just before they are pushed over the register pins. Therefore, it is fairly easy to extend the system with automated plate logistics from the CTP.

Advantages:

• Plates are loaded by the operator in packages
• Quick and ergonomic procedure, short time for operator in front of print units
• Multiple productions can be loaded
• Semiautomatic backup is always possible
• Easy cylinder access
• High reliability through accurate self centering of plate
• Easily expandable from semi to automatic, even to plate logistics

Come see us at the WAN-IFRA Conference and Expo from 10 to 12 October 2011, Vienna

//wifag at Booth B 180

And learn more about WIFAG Automation Solutions like the APX!

Visit also Nela at Booth 415 and learn more about the plate changing capabilities.