Edward Pittman bids farewell to Martin Automatic
September 20, 2022
On the eve of his retirement, Ed Pittman spoke with long-time friend and colleague Nick Coombes about the industry and the changes he has seen.
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Martin Automatic - delivers results at the Labelexpo Europe
September 20, 2023
Visitors to the Martin Automatic stand in Brussels were able to experience the unique blend of Martin technology and hospitality, with more than 140 live machine demonstrations and over 200 hotdogs served during the four-day show. The popular MBS non-stop automatic butt splicer and LRD non-stop automatic transfer rewinder provided the focus of attention for visitors – each displayed with ergonomic, space saving considerations requested by Krämer Druck, the end-user located in the beautiful Mosel valley, at whose facility the equipment was installed immediately following the exhibition. This is the second set of Martin non-stop automation technology on a label press that combines various processes at Krämer Druck, which specializes in the production of wine and spirits labels.
Barthel Group chooses Martin Automatic - for non-stop operation of its narrow web presses'
April 03, 2023
Leading German based label converter, Barthel Group, has installed more Martin Automatic technology at its production facility in Essen. The latest Martin machines are an MBS non-stop unwind/splicer and LRD automatic transfer rewinder fitted to a Nilpeter FA5 flexo press. Last year, Barthel also installed Martin MBS machines on two Mark Andy Evolution 5 presses at its atb plant in nearby Herne. According to Group Managing Director, Mischa Barthel: "Non-stop operation of narrow web technology is the only way to maximise productivity - there is no future here for a label press without automatic roll handling."
Colognia Installs More Martin Automatic Nonstop Technology
March 01, 2023
One of the Czech Republic's largest label converters Colognia press a.s. has continued its investment in Martin Automatic technology with an MBSF unwind splicer and LRD rewinder with slitting capability fitted to its new Gallus Labelmaster 440 press at Kolin, some 70km east of the country's capital city, Prague. The new equipment joins previous Martin nonstop unwind and rewind technology fitted to Colognia's Gallus RCS 330 presses in 2010 and 2015.
Peters automates cup printing line with Martin Automatic
February 03, 2023
Radebeul based Papierverarbeitung Peters GmbH has retrofitted a Martin Automatic MBX unwind/splicer to its Omet VaryFlex 670 press to improve efficiency and reduce waste on its paper cup printing line. The result has been 'amazing' according to owner and Managing Director Achim Peters, who says that automating the handling of 400 rolls per month of up to 400-micron stock has not only improved productivity but boosted the morale of his press operators.
OMNI Systems moves into prime labels
- With Martin Automatic and Mark Andy technology
October 27, 2022
If you looked for a high-volume label converter that offered low fixed prices, proven quality, and a delivery service second to none, you would look no further than OMNI Systems, the Cleveland, OH based business that is the largest privately-owned thermal media company in the USA. Established in 1990 and wholly owned by Adam DeFrancesco, OMNI claims its 144,000 sq ft 24/7 operational plant at Mayfield Village offers saving of up to 40% on the industry's high quality label media from its numerous strategic locations across the US.
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NEW Laser assist for splice preparation
At the recently concluded Labelexpo in Brussels, Martin introduced a new feature to its MBS line of automatic butt splicers. The MBS is now available with a laser assist package to help the operator position the second-side tape with greater accuracy. For more information on the laser assist feature and other Martin products, please contact your Martin representative.
