What printing machine is best for cardboard Packaging?

Discussion in '4-Color Offset Presses +' started by moutamix, Apr 7, 2021.

  1. moutamix

    moutamix Member

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    Hi, please I want to buy a used 2 color (year between 1992-1997) machine to print cardboard but I don't know what is best ? Size 74x52 Or 102x70
    Thank you for your help
     
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  2. mantman

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    I think Heidelberg speedmaster CD or KBA Rapida
     
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    What sort of thickness of board ?
     
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  4. moutamix

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    450g - 500g paper box
     
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    Thank you
    what do you think about komori GS228 year 2003?
     
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  6. mantman

    mantman Senior Member

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    Dont know about Komori no clue sorry
     
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  7. mrheidelberg

    mrheidelberg Senior Member

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    Will the paper travel be ok for the print not to mark, but having said that you are only looking for a 2 colour so anything could work for you.
     
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  8. alibryan

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    Komoris are excellent printing presses, including the 228 Sprint that you mentioned. And they will handle up to 24 pt. board (and sometimes more) without necessarily having to adjust grippers.
     
  9. brushyourideas

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    Have you checked the Maplejet Bio-color printer?

    It’s an inkjet coding machine. It’s best for corrugated boxes. The printer allows you to print directly on the box, eliminating the need for labeling. From high-resolution logos to graphics, you can do it all. Also, it guarantees low cost of ownership and printing.
     

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    Heidelberg CD 102
     
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