First Heidelberg Speedmaster CX 102 for German Customer
05/20/2010
- Commercial printshop Kern GmbH counts on flexibility and innovation
- High productivity safeguards future growth
The first press of the Speedmaster CX 102 series, introduced by
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) as a world premiere on
the occasion of IPEX in Birmingham, has been sold to German
commercial printshop Kern GmbH, located in Bexbach, Saarland. The
new machine is designed for industrial offset printing and joins
the ranks between the Speedmaster SM 102 / CD 102 and the
Speedmaster XL 105. André Kern, Managing Director of Kern
GmbH, outlines the company's philosophy: "We have always been
fascinated by innovations. With the Speedmaster CX 102 we have been
provided with the XL 105 peak performance technologies plus a
considerably increased productivity, which however allows us to
stick to the familiar and proven format."
Convincing versatility
In the forefront of the investment, André Kern and his team also had evaluated medium-format presses of different manufacturers. "Asian suppliers in particular are currently offering rock-bottom prices that are very tempting at first glance," says Kern. "However, our job portfolio and three-shift operation require a press, which delivers excellent productivity, consistent print quality and high availability from start to finish. In addition, we print on an extremely wide range of substrates, running the gamut from 50 gsm flimsy paper to board weighing over 300 gsm. We are certain that the Speedmaster CX 102 is the best solution for our diversity of requirements. The smooth running of the press and its ergonomic operation are convincing. Ever since we made the decision to invest in the Speedmaster CX 102, everyone is excitedly anticipating the world's first in its kind. As a long-term customer, we know that we can always rely on the well-proven quality and performance in regard to Heidelberg innovations."
Convincing versatility
In the forefront of the investment, André Kern and his team also had evaluated medium-format presses of different manufacturers. "Asian suppliers in particular are currently offering rock-bottom prices that are very tempting at first glance," says Kern. "However, our job portfolio and three-shift operation require a press, which delivers excellent productivity, consistent print quality and high availability from start to finish. In addition, we print on an extremely wide range of substrates, running the gamut from 50 gsm flimsy paper to board weighing over 300 gsm. We are certain that the Speedmaster CX 102 is the best solution for our diversity of requirements. The smooth running of the press and its ergonomic operation are convincing. Ever since we made the decision to invest in the Speedmaster CX 102, everyone is excitedly anticipating the world's first in its kind. As a long-term customer, we know that we can always rely on the well-proven quality and performance in regard to Heidelberg innovations."
Lean processes and highly productive equipment as key to success
This state-of-the-art print shop runs a highly automated operation, and its central production processes are fully integrated via the Prinect Workflow. The new Speedmaster CX 102 five-color press with coating unit continues the tradition of the 70 × 100 cm format. To date, two Speedmaster SM 102 units were in operation - one six-color and one eight-color press. The six-color press has now been replaced by the new Speedmaster CX 102.
On a production area of some 2,200 square meters, a team of 35 works for manufacturers of branded goods, cosmetic suppliers, insurance companies, and consumer goods producers. The company produces items such as brochures, catalogs, and other marketing materials using offset and digital printing. Kern GmbH also uses its in-house mailing center to provide a wide variety of logistics services for direct marketing customers. The Kern GmbH is a family-run company in the fourth generation, managed by Juergen, Joachim, and André Kern. The Bexbach-based printshophas a subsidiary in Sarreguimines, France.
Picture 1:
Heidelberg introduced the Speedmaster CX 102 on the occasion of IPEX 2010. This marked the world premiere of a new printing press for industrial offset printing with a production speed of 16,500 sheets per hour. The new press, which manages flimsy papers, stiff board and a wide range of plastic materials as well, convinces by its high productivity and its versatility.
Picture 2:
The Speedmaster CX 102 provides André Kern with the XL 105 peak performance technologies the and considerably increased productivity- and allows the company to stick to the familiar and proven format.
For further information, please contact:
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
Corporate Public Relations
Dirk Henrich
Phone: +49 (0)6221 92 5910
Fax: +49 (0)6221 92 5096
E-mail: dirk.henrich@heidelberg.com
Heidelberg at IPEX 2010:
The terms HEI Performance and HEI Value reflect the extensive portfolio of state-of-the-art technologies and services from Heidelberg for the economical and environmentally friendly production of print products. At the trade show, the company will be providing practical demonstrations to highlight how media service providers, print shops, and postpress specialists can act on current market trends and adapt their portfolios accordingly. Heidelberg will be demonstrating how to optimize business and production processes across the entire value added chain of sheetfed offset printing, while also minimizing their environmental impact.
The numerous practical demonstrations will enable visitors to the event to find out how they can achieve economic success with short-run high-end print applications, stand out from the crowd with creative print applications, and make the Internet an integral part of their business strategy.
This state-of-the-art print shop runs a highly automated operation, and its central production processes are fully integrated via the Prinect Workflow. The new Speedmaster CX 102 five-color press with coating unit continues the tradition of the 70 × 100 cm format. To date, two Speedmaster SM 102 units were in operation - one six-color and one eight-color press. The six-color press has now been replaced by the new Speedmaster CX 102.
On a production area of some 2,200 square meters, a team of 35 works for manufacturers of branded goods, cosmetic suppliers, insurance companies, and consumer goods producers. The company produces items such as brochures, catalogs, and other marketing materials using offset and digital printing. Kern GmbH also uses its in-house mailing center to provide a wide variety of logistics services for direct marketing customers. The Kern GmbH is a family-run company in the fourth generation, managed by Juergen, Joachim, and André Kern. The Bexbach-based printshophas a subsidiary in Sarreguimines, France.
Picture 1:
Heidelberg introduced the Speedmaster CX 102 on the occasion of IPEX 2010. This marked the world premiere of a new printing press for industrial offset printing with a production speed of 16,500 sheets per hour. The new press, which manages flimsy papers, stiff board and a wide range of plastic materials as well, convinces by its high productivity and its versatility.
Picture 2:
The Speedmaster CX 102 provides André Kern with the XL 105 peak performance technologies the and considerably increased productivity- and allows the company to stick to the familiar and proven format.
For further information, please contact:
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
Corporate Public Relations
Dirk Henrich
Phone: +49 (0)6221 92 5910
Fax: +49 (0)6221 92 5096
E-mail: dirk.henrich@heidelberg.com
Heidelberg at IPEX 2010:
The terms HEI Performance and HEI Value reflect the extensive portfolio of state-of-the-art technologies and services from Heidelberg for the economical and environmentally friendly production of print products. At the trade show, the company will be providing practical demonstrations to highlight how media service providers, print shops, and postpress specialists can act on current market trends and adapt their portfolios accordingly. Heidelberg will be demonstrating how to optimize business and production processes across the entire value added chain of sheetfed offset printing, while also minimizing their environmental impact.
The numerous practical demonstrations will enable visitors to the event to find out how they can achieve economic success with short-run high-end print applications, stand out from the crowd with creative print applications, and make the Internet an integral part of their business strategy.
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