BOBST has unveiled its latest advancements spanning various industry segments, including flexible packaging, labels, folding carton, corrugated board, and services. These innovations aim to assist customers in navigating the current and future packaging landscape. At drupa 2024, visitors can witness BOBST’s vision come to life through a live-show experience on a “concept machine,” showcasing key solutions along the end-to-end production process.
Jean-Pascal Bobst, CEO of Bobst Group, said, “We have made great progress with our vision to shape the future of the packaging world based on the pillars of connectivity, digitalization, automation, and sustainability,” He emphasized BOBST’s commitment to tailoring solutions to meet evolving client needs, offering a portfolio aimed at enhancing performance and sustainability across global operations.
BOBST Connect Enhancements:
BOBST has announced two significant features for BOBST Connect, its cloud-based digital platform aimed at boosting productivity. The Workflow with Job and Recipe Management enables seamless integration of BOBST machines into production and design workflows, facilitating fast setup and increased productivity. Additionally, the Energy Monitoring feature allows real-time measurement of energy consumption and costs, aiding in efficiency improvements and cost savings.
The company has also revealed plans to expand BOBST Application Management, a consulting service focusing on workflow automation, color and process optimization, converting improvements, and regulatory compliance across various industries.
Sustainability Initiatives:
BOBST’s commitment to sustainability extends across all new solutions announced. The company pledges that all machines purchased in 2024 will see efficiency and productivity improvements, reducing waste, substrate, and energy usage by at least 10% to 20%.
Flexible Packaging:
- Bobst smartGRAVURE: Revolutionizes gravure printing with automation and digitalization, enhancing productivity, output consistency, and sustainability.
- BOBST intelligent Metallizing Assistant: Utilizes AI to automate the metallizing process, ensuring consistent output quality.
- EXPERTLAM 900: A versatile coater and laminator configurable for various applications.
Labels:
- Closed-loop workflow from PDF to TWIN PDF: Enhances productivity and sustainability through a streamlined workflow ecosystem.
- oneECG: Ensures color consistency between flexo and digital printing, optimizing machine utilization and profitability.
- oneBarrier/FibreCycle: Introduces sustainable solutions for UV in-line flexo presses.
Folding Carton:
- EXPERTCUT 106 PER: A new die-cutter increasing performance by up to 20%.
- TooLink: Digital platform connecting machines and tooling to enhance production flexibility and productivity.
- Robotic solutions: Offers robotic solutions for loading and palletizing, facilitating seamless production lines.
- FFG Portfolio Extension: Introduces machines with enhanced flexibility and productivity for RSC converting.
- MASTERFLEX HD+: Next-generation flexo printer boasting unmatched productivity and quality.
Services and Performance:
- Updated BOBST Connect: Provides digital solutions to optimize production workflows.
- Extended capacity of the EMEA Logistics Hub: Expanding capacity by over 60% to improve customer service and sustainability.
- Remote Assistance with TeamViewer: Augmented reality support for remote problem resolution, reducing downtime.
- Operational Excellence Program: Supports continuous improvement through data analysis and consultancy.
Attendees of drupa 2024 can explore BOBST’s comprehensive solutions for the packaging industry, including applications, services, and software, tailored to meet evolving market demands.