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MetalStar 4
Offset Metal Printing Machine
The MetalStar 4 unites modern offset technology and advanced automation for high productivity in metal decorating.
MetalStar 4
Offset Metal Printing Machine
- Speeds up to 8,500 sheets/hour enable efficient high-volume production
- Automatic plate change and parallel washing shorten job changeover times
- Measuring and control systems maintain consistent quality and reduce spoilage
- Intuitive ErgoTronic console operation simplifies daily operator workflows
- Dedicated sheet handling innovations promote smooth and reliable production stability
- Versatile automation options and drying technologies enable tailor-made line configurations
Advancing Print in Metal Decorating
The MetalStar 4 built upon the proven MetalStar platform, introducing updated technology designed to expand operational capabilities in sheet metal decorating.
The machine combines a modern design with integrated automated functions that streamline setup processes, supporting rated production speeds of up to 8 500 sheets per hour. Developed from decades of engineering and market experience, the MetalStar 4 continues the legacy of its predecessors and combines high production rates with versatile configuration options, tailored to your specific requirements.
Intelligent automation modules and integrated quality control systems increase profitability sheet by sheet. The MetalStar 4 delivers high output, consistent quality and reliable performance, making it the trusted choice for can manufacturers and metal printers worldwide. And yet it stays true to its core: combining established engineering and innovative automation features.
- Automatic format adjustment and side edge control support fast make-ready times
- Suction belt table with electronically controlled sheet deceleration for precise sheet arrival speeds at the front lays
- Intuitive operation via touchscreen
- Patented Sidelay free Infeed System for a stable process and high availability
- Electronically controlled lateral sheet alignment
- Requires no manual adjustment as it is integrated into the automatic format adjustment system
- Consistent reproducibility with bleed-free ink metering in the ColorTronic ink duct
- EasyClean coated ink duct plates for fast ink changes
- Individual shutdown of unneeded inking units reduces roller wear and streamlines make‑ready times
- Pneumatic ink duct for print production with UV-LED inking systems
- High productivity thanks to parallel washing processes and job-specific washing program preselection
- CleanTronic Multi: Combination washing system for blanket and impression cylinder with swing-action washing beam
- CleanTronic Synchro: Washing of blanket and impression cylinder simultaneously
- CleanTronic UV: Blanket washing in stand-by mode of the UV lamps
- DriveTronic SRW: Roller washing parallel to blanket and impression cylinder washing
- Chamber blade technology with lightweight anilox rollers for streamlined inline finishing and fast make-ready times
- Remote adjustment of the pressure supply as well as lateral, circumferential and diagonal registers
- Automatic coating supply
- Automatic cleaning processes controllable from console
- Integrated inline closed-loop colour measurement system
- Continuous measurement during production and automated ink-key adjustments based on defined target densities
- Automatic operation during production
- Automatic waste sheet detection
- Visualisation on wallscreen
- Proven UV and UV-LED curing technology
- Flexible use of dryers for intermediate and final drying
- Fast and simple module exchange based on reliable plugged media connections
- MetalCure LED: Sheet-format-specific segment activation for demand-driven power control
- Wallscreen and touchscreen interface for ergonomic, user-friendly operation
- Job changeover program for automatic make‑ready process
- Integrated measuring and control technology
- Integration into LogoTronic production data acquisition system
- Remote maintenance access from the console
Print Production with the MetalStar 4
Technical Data of the MetalStar 4
| Standard | ||
|---|---|---|
Max. Sheet Format1) | 1,000 x 1,200 mm (39.37 x 47.24 in) | |
Min. Sheet Format1) | 510 x 710 mm (20.08 x 27.95 in) | |
Sheet Thickness1) | Tinplate: 0.12 – 0.40 mm (0.0047 – 0.0157 in) | |
Sheet Material | Tinplate and ECCS (TFS) complying with EN 10202 | |
Sheet Cut | Straight | |
Max. Production Speed2) | 8,500 sheets/h | |
Max. Printing Area | 995 x 1,200 mm (39.17 x 47.24 in) | |
Gripper Margin | 3 mm (0.1181 in) | |
Print Start | 5 mm (0.1969 in) from edge of the sheet | |
Ink Types | Solvent-based, UV, UV-LED | |
1) Printability is also influenced decisively by the flexural rigidity of the substrate. Other formats and thicknesses available on request. 2) Depending on quality, format and thickness of sheets, inks, etc. as well as drying oven specification. Achievement of the listed capabilities may be subject to optional equipment. | ||
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