Installed in May, the new machine offers enhanced quality control when working on projects of up to 2800 x 1600mm in size.
Manor Packaging has also invested in three other Bobst machines in recent years, including a flexo folder-gluer, flatbed die-cutter, and a multipoint gluer.
The DIT is designed to drive productivity and virtually remove print production errors in print runs, including wider formats. It incorporates digital projection for the proofing of printed sheets and die-cut blanks, while providing real-time visual representations to match the product with digital proofs.
Utilising HD projectors to illuminate the product sample with quality control imaging, operators can easily see if quality standards are matched or compromised. The layout file can also be projected onto the sheet so that print registration can be checked and adjusted, removing the need for overlays and print minis and transitioning the process from paper to digital.
Graham Campbell, group operations director, Fencor Packaging, said: “The DIT ensures consistent checking while the line is running, and it shows operators where they need to be monitoring day in, day out. We’ve shown it to a few of our customers who have visited the site. It’s great from their perspective to see that we’re investing in technology that reinforces our commitment to our quality.”
Stuart Alvey-Taylor, sales manager BU Printing and Converting at Bobst, said: “The DIT enhances the speed of quality checks, reduces the amount of costly customer recalls, and offers fantastic transparency on wide format jobs. While this adds tremendous value to every print run, the peace of mind this provides is something that money can’t buy.”