Gearless Central Drum Flexo Printing Press

Product Overview:

The ANDROMEDA 1408 SGS represents the pinnacle of modern converting technology, engineered specifically for high-precision, high-speed flexible packaging production. Utilizing a state-of-the-art Gearless (Direct Drive) architecture and an advanced Central Drum (CI) configuration, this machine guarantees flawless registration and unparalleled print quality on a wide variety of substrates, including plastic films and papers.

Driven by a comprehensive PLC system synchronized with 67 axes of servo motors, the ANDROMEDA series completely eliminates mechanical gear play. This ensures ultimate stability even at maximum operating speeds of 300 to 400 m/min. With automated web-controlled 360° longitudinal and lateral registration adjustments, setup times and material waste are significantly minimized.

1: Key Features:

Gearless Technology: Advanced direct-drive servo control on both the plate cylinder and anilox sleeve systems for vibration-free, highly precise dot reproduction.
Advanced Tension Control: Equipped with a dancer-arm controlled transducer linear tracking system, managing web tension flawlessly from min. 25 to max. 300 Nm.
High-Efficiency Drying: Features a 3-stage PID-controlled smart drying tunnel paired with 2 central drying units, optimized for high-speed runs without color bleeding.
User-Friendly Automation: Position-controlled smart camera system for real-time print monitoring and rapid job changeovers.
Flexible Scaling: Available in multiple width variations (900mm to 2000mm print widths) supporting 6 to 8 colors.

2: Technical Specifications Table

Technical Features	Specification / Value
Drive System	GEARLESS (Direct Drive Technology)
Control System	High-Performance PLC + 67-Axis Servo Control
Print Configurations	6+0 / 8+0 (6 to 8 Colors)
Mechanical / Printing Speed	300 m/min – 400 m/min
Central Drum (CI)	Available (Cless Optional)
Print Repeat Range	350 mm – 1000 mm
Plate (Cliché) Thickness	1.14 mm
Registration Control	360° Servo Controlled Automatic Web Registration (Longitudinal & Lateral)
Unwind Tension Range	Min. 25 Nm – Max. 300 Nm
Tension Control System	Dancer Arm Controlled Transducer Linear Tracking System
Anilox / Plate Positioning	Fully Automated Servo Motor Control
Drying System	2 Central Units + 3-Stage PID Controlled Drying Tunnel
Inspection Camera	Position Controlled High-Resolution Web Video Camera
Max. Rewind/Unwind Diameter	Ø 1200 mm
Core Diameters	76mm (3”) – 152mm (6”) Optional (Shaftless Options Available)