Model E4-TR Ribbon Printing System :
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Description
Printing Process
Print
Engine
Print
Head
Die Cutter
Control Box
Adjustments
Foil Feed
Multi-Colour
Printing
Ribbon Rewinder
Spindle
Sizes
Variable Cutter
Specifications |
Price
Upgrades
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Description :
The E4-TR is a fully automatic,
multi-colour Ribbon Printing System. Running at speeds of up to 6,500
impressions per hour, the E4-TR is similar in design to our
E2-TR , but
larger in print area and heavier in print tonnage.
Well-suited to heavy-duty ribbon applications like embossing or printing mattress labels, the E4-TR offers the highest tonnage of any ribbon press on today's
market.
The E4-TR features a 4" X 12" impression area, 1 ~ 36" ribbon pull, and a
4" x
4" cutting area.
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Pricing :
International
Model :
€18,750.00
Upgrades :
Ribbon
Rewinder :
€950
Variable
Cutter :
€1,900
Shipping :
Shipping : €1,250
Global Air Freight
Crating
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€125
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Printing Process :
The
printing process
begins by clamping
the ribbon onto the constant tension unwind mechanism. This mechanism
keeps the ribbon
tight as it passes through the machine. |
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The
ribbon next travels through two adjustable ribbon guides that assist with tracking.
The guides are independently positioned by turning the black knobs on the side
of the guard.
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The ribbon is stamped when
it passes beneath the print head.
The ribbon pull mechanism then advances
the ribbon over the registration roller
which registers the print to the cut. |
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The die cutter cuts the ribbon into pieces from 1 ~
36" long, or into shapes up to 3.75" sq.
Once cut, the ribbon is discharged from the machine by the foam discharge roller |
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Print Engine :
One
central CAM mechanism supplies mechanical power to the entire machine. Smooth
and precise, all bearings and parts are purposefully oversized to ensure long
life and durability. The E4-TR generates up to 8 tons of pressure, more than
sufficient power to produce dazzling foil stamped ribbon.
An
all-electric machine, the E4-TR uses an electric motor at its power source, not
pneumatics like most other hot stamping machines. This means that
with the E4-TR, you don't need a high-end air compressor, plus you eliminate
100% of the many inherent issues of pneumatic equipment. Furthermore, the
E4-TR runs cleanly and quietly, making it suitable for use in a home or office setting.
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Print Head :
The CAM mechanism
powers the print head, pulling it down from all four corners. This results in an even dispersion of pressure.
A central heater runs the full length of the head to ensure even heating.
Four levelling
screws on the top of the head allow for fine adjustment.
A central pivot
allows one to rotate the head 5 degrees each way for fine alignment.
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All of these
attributes are elements of a flip-over chase which
flips up for easy access to the die area.
The
E4-TR is
delivered with
your choice of 2
chases.
Chases
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Die Cutter :
Capable of making any cut up
to 3.75" sq., common cuts include :
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Pinking cut
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Dovetail
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Dovetail /
Pinking
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45-degree
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Circles.
The E2-TR is delivered with
your choice of 2 cutters
Cutters |
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Control Box :
The control Box of the E4-TR
features the following electronic controls:
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All electronic components are
brand-name and solid state. A modular control box design allows for quick repair in the
unlikely event of a component problem. |
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Ribbon & Foil
Adjustments :
The length of the
ribbon advance
is adjusted by means of a crank located within a door on the left side of the machine.
One simply unlocks the center nut, and then turns the black knob to adjust the
ribbon pull from 1" ~ 36".
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An identical mechanism within
the right door of the machine adjusts the length of the foil pull from 0.75" ~
4.25".
Impressions can be run as closely as 1/8" from one another for foil economy. |
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Foil Feed
Running from front-to-back, the E4-TR features a 12" wide foil feed. The
foil is clamped on the unwind bar above the control panel.
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The foil feeds into the machine, beneath the
print head, and towards the rear where it is threaded through the drive system
and rewound. |
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Multi-Colour Printing :
Foils as thin as 1" feed well, and multiple rolls of different coloured foils
can be fed simultaneously. This means that the E4-TR is able to stamp the
ribbon with multiple colours of foil, in one pass.
Multi-colour
ribbons are perceived to have a higher value than conventional, single colour
ribbons. Despite this perception, the truth is that multi-colour prints can be
produced for about the same cost. Whether converted into higher margins, or
used as a competitive advantage in a tight marketplace, multi-colour printing is
a customer pleasing, profit generating sales tool.
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Ribbon Rewinder :
Customers who wish
to hot stamp continuous printed ribbon, narrow webs or uncut tapes should equip the
E4-TR with the optional rewinder.
Enabling
the E4-TR to re-roll printed ribbon onto a spool, the rewind self-adjusts to the
speed of the press.
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Ribbon Core Sizes : In the middle of every roll of ribbon is a hole or "core".
When mounting the ribbon roll on the machine for printing, a spindle passes
through the core to support the roll. Since many of our clients source
their ribbon from different suppliers, it is common to have several core sizes
in stock,
and in turn several corresponding spindle sizes.
Common sizes are : 3/8" , 1/2" , 5/8", 1",
3", 39mm.
Spindles are easily changed by unlocking a single bolt, sliding the
spindle off its' hub, and then replacing it with the correctly sized spindle.
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Variable Cutter :
The
base E4-TR cycles as : / Print, Pull, Cut / Print, Pull Cut / Print, Pull, Cut /
The
Variable Cutter Changes this to : / Print, Pull, Print, Pull, Print, Pull, Cut
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effect is that whereas with the base machine will produce a 36" ribbon with 12"
of print on it, the variable cutter can produce a 36" ribbon with 36" of print
on it.
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Heavy Duty !
If your ribbon application calls for power, the E4-TR delivers the most tonnage
in the market.
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Specifications
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Size :
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2' deep x 6' wide x 4' feet high |
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Weight :
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500 lbs. uncrated.
600 lbs. crated |
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Speed :
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6,500 per hour
maximum |
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Print Area : |
4"
x 12" inches |
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Print Tonnage
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8
Tons nominal |
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Ribbon Pull
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36" inches
standard |
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Die Cutter :
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4" x 4" inches |
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Foil Feed :
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Single or multi-colour
foil feed
Auto foil feed from 0.75"
~ 4.25" inches
Accepts up to a 1,000 foot roll
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Power Source :
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220
@ 50/60 Hz |
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