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Introduction of mounting concepts AV Flexologic offers a full range of flexo plate mounting machines, from completely manual to fully automatic. This section describes the 4 different concepts that can be identified in flexographic plate mounting machines, from entry-level to fully robotic: Manual (TableTop) Manual mounting is done with a basic machine. This machine is used for mounting one plate at a time and long job runs. Motorized (MOM USD) The motorized cameras are adjusted using the encoder. The cushioned table enables easy and air-bubble free mounting. Automatic (SAMM USD) The cameras...

MOUNTING MACHINES Widths [Inch] Cylinders and/or sleeves Cylinders and/or sleeves Cylinders and/or sleeves

SAMM 2.0 800 AUTOMATIC FLEXO PLATE MOUNTING MACHINE Width [inch] Description The patented SAMM 2.0 is AV Flexologic’s solution to common industry trends. Building on 15+ years of experience with automatic mounting machines using vision technology, the SAMM and FAMM are the most accurate and fastest mounting machines in the world. The Automatic SAMM 2.0 mounts flexo plates onto sleeves with unmatched accuracy, repeatability and speed. Workflow The operator only needs to preposition roughly the flexo plate with the help of the laser pointers. Then the machine takes over and positions the flexo...

MOUNTING MACHINES Unique Features Image Recognition (patented) The image recognition system measures the exact positions of the mounting marks and thus how accurately the printing plate is fixed on the sleeve. The tolerance of the report settings determines whether a plate is judged as mounted ‘OK’ or ‘NOT OK’. Pressure Roller The pressure roller ensures even mounting, without any air inclusions and bubbles. The roller is used to apply the plates evenly over the carrier such as a sleeve, cylinder or Mylar. The use of the pressure roller eliminates the typical ‘handrolling’. The feature saves...

SAMM USD AUTOMATIC FLEXO PLATE MOUNTING MACHINE Width [inch] Description The Automatic SAMM Upside-Down is an extremely precise, fast and easy to use flexo plate mounting machine for labels. It requires nearly no operator skills to mount with this machine since the positioning of the plate is done automatically using the patented Image Recognition software. Workflow After loading the sleeve/cylinder on the pneumatically operated quick-lock clamping system, the operator selects a job and the cameras move into position. Then, the operator places the flexo plate on the large mounting table using...

MOUNTING MACHINES Unique Features Image Recognition (patented) The image recognition system measures the exact positions of the mounting marks and thus how accurately the printing plate is fixed on the sleeve. The tolerance of the report settings determines whether a plate is judged as mounted ‘OK’ or ‘NOT OK’. The Image Recognition is used also for an accurate plate positioning (5 microns). Cushioned vacuum table The SAMM Upside-Down is equipped with a large and sturdy mounting table which is very easy to handle. This table enables a bubble-free mounting operation as it doesn’t allow any air...

MOM USD MOTORIZED MOUNTING MACHINE Width [inch] Description The MOM USD is an ergonomic motorized mounting machine for labels. It is equipped with all the AV Flexologic standard features and ensures good quality results. Workflow After loading the sleeve/cylinder on the pneumatically operated quick-lock clamping system, the operator selects a job and then adjusts the cameras using the encoders. Then, the operator places the flexo plate on the large mounting table using the laser pointers as position indicators. The plate is positioned manually with the help of HD cameras located underneath the...

MOUNTING MACHINES Unique Features Motorized cameras with encoders The MOM USD is equipped with motorized cameras located underneath the cushioned table. The operator moves the cameras into the mounting position using encoders. Vertically moving cylinder After the plate is positioned manually, the cylinder/sleeve moves down vertically towards the fixed-height mounting table. This ensures a fixed distance from the lens to the plate, eliminating the need to focus the camera lenses. Avoiding focusing the lenses also means avoiding the parallax effect common to most plate mounting machines on the...

Width [inch] Description The TableTop is an entry level flexo plate mounting machine for labels. The TableTop is suitable for cylinders and/or sleeves, as it can be equipped with brackets or cones to support cylinders or an air shaft for sleeves. Workflow The operator places and locks the cylinder/sleeve using the clamping system or loads the sleeve on the shaft. An optional tape holder can be added to the TableTop for applying tape onto the cylinder/ sleeve. When the sleeve is prepared, the HD color cameras are easily calibrated from the beam. The plate is positioned and mounted manually by...

MOUNTING MACHINES Specifications There are 3 versions of the TableTop: 1) TableTop Standard: The standard version is suitable for cylinders. The TableTop can be equipped with brackets or cones to support cylinders. There are cylinder support clips, which lock the cylinder in position whilst mounting. 2) TableTop Disc: It can support both sleeves and cylinders. It is provided with 2 cones that clamp the sleeve in the right position. The operator controls the pneumatic clamping system with a foot pedal. The cones are made according to customer specifications and can also be equipped with a central...

Features Overview Robotic positioning Driven by the AV Flexologic software, the robotic table positions the mounting plate with high accuracy, each and every time. After positioning the vertically moving cylinder automatically comes up. Quality check with image recognition The image recognition system measures the exact positions of the mounting marks and thus how accurately the printing plate is fixed on the sleeve. The tolerance of the report settings determines whether a plate is judged as mounted ‘OK’ or ‘NOT OK’. Motorized rotation cylinder The chromed cylinder is driven by a high quality...