KHS has systematically restructured its labeling technology towards modular systems and solutions with the addition of the modular Innoket Neo Flex machine to its tried-and-tested Innoket Neo series. With its quick-change modules this flexible system masters all standard labeling techniques. With its new labeling machine the KHS Group is consistently advancing its modular system design strategy and strengthening its portfolio in uniting the KHS Innoket Neo Flex and KHS Innoket Neo in a single series. This supersedes the previous Innoket SE generation of machines.
Innoket Neo’s flexible design allows the individual modules on this labeler to be freely combined. Henrik Kahrmann, who works in Product Support at KHS, outlines the benefits. “In the past there was a separate machine for each different labeling technique. This was optimized for its specific area of application but reached its limits when customers wanted to expand their portfolio, for example by adding self-adhesive labeling in combination with the classic cold glue method.”
Depending on the machine size and respective requirements the Flex series can be equipped with two to four modules. These are exchanged with just a few manual adjustments performed without tools.
The Innoket Neo Flex also demonstrates flexibility in the choice and size of the container. The machine labels both plastic and glass containers and cans in all of the standard sizes. The output totals up to 74,000 containers per hour. Depending on requirements all further standard capacity ranges can also be catered for.
The flexible Innoket Neo Flex can be used as either a single machine or as part of a production line. “Our labelers have been designed so that they can be easily integrated into any existing or planned line,” says Kahrmann.
Another advantage of the new modular machine is its extreme ease of operation. With its patented folding door technology, the machine carousel and individual stations are readily accessible at all times.
The Innoket Neo Flex is equipped with future-proof TIA1 technology from Siemens. “The combination of TIA Portal and SIMATIC S7-1500 controller results in significant performance benefits in the control unit’s reaction time,” Kahrmann explains.