Technology Power LS26/S29 supporting Komori's new presses

This spring, the new Komori Lithrone S26/S29 press has attracted attention during the international printing exhibitions held throughout Europe and has become the focus of debate. Whether it is an industry commentary expert or a large number of users, they have reached a consensus on this outstanding Komori press. The LS-26/29 is an improved Komori press with full-APC and a maximum print speed of 16,500 sheets/hour. Not only that, Komori carefully considered and optimized the new generation of four-sheet offset presses. The Lithrone S26/S29 is precisely a new type of press developed on the basis of optimized design concepts. Every new technology used in the LS-26/29, each new system follows this outstanding design philosophy. Komori pays special attention to the following two points when developing products: printing quality and job cycle. The purpose of improving the printing quality is to meet the stringent requirements of users for high-grade printed matter; shortening the work cycle is to enable users to stand out in the current highly competitive printing market and to make great achievements in their careers.

For many years, Komori has been keen to improve product quality. The stable performance of the LS-26/29 and its unmatched equipment reliability are the highest ideals that Komori is pursuing. This means that from the paper to the supply system for ink and fountain solution, all links have been carefully planned, kept improving, and are completely safe.

Inherits the fine tradition of LS40

The new Lithrone S26/S29 has inherited all the advanced technologies and excellent systems of the Lithrone S40. In fact, the LS-26/29 uses a high-precision pneumatic control system to transfer paper from the paper feeding device to the delivery device, minimizing the number of times the paper comes into contact with mechanical parts and minimizing paper scratches. Dirty hidden dangers.

The paper feeding device follows the suction belt type feeding device developed for the LS40 printing machine. A further improved suction system ensures stable and reliable paper transport at the highest printing speeds. As an option, a pneumatic side stop can be used to ensure high-precision lateral alignment. Adding a pneumatic control system under each transfer roller allows one to control the transport of paper in an orderly manner and on the other hand avoids paper contact with mechanical components. Finally, the paper is transported to the gooseneck elbow delivery device by means of an air cushion, and the paper is placed on the take-up paper pile through a gentle path.

In addition, Komorimatic (Komori dampening device), which is well received by users, has been further improved by adopting multiple rigid rollers to provide the most suitable dampening film for printing plates. At the same time, the performance of the ink supply system has been improved, and a layer of ink film can be quickly and accurately formed at a high-speed starting state of 12,000 sheets per hour.

Printing platform to improve economic efficiency

From the overall design concept, the LS-26/29 pays special attention to the following three aspects: the accuracy of machine parts, the stability of equipment operation, and the predictability of economic benefits.

This press can be equipped with Full-APC, and the accuracy of the platesetter can reach an unprecedented level, helping to maximize the potential production capacity of the latest CTP systems and color management systems. Lithrone, known as the magic device in the printing industry, has become synonymous with excellent print quality. Now, by integrating the advanced technologies of many S series models, the LS-26/29 is trying its best to strive for a revolutionary four-shot printing machine. The grand exhibition of the market has created another brilliant career.

At present, the competition in the printing market is increasingly fierce. Whether or not it has excellent short-run printing capabilities has become the key to the success of the business. The LithroneS26/S29 was the first press to focus on market competition from the initial design stage. Komori's designers used the advanced Full-APC of the LS-40 and a series of automated systems, as well as many advanced labor-saving functions that are not available on any competitor's model, enabling the LS-26/29 to be fully equipped. Meet the needs of the current market.

High-speed operation efficiency

First, four plates can be automatically replaced in just 2.5 minutes using Full-APC. When the equipment performs ink presetting and accelerates to a running speed of 12,000 sheets/hour, when checking the color of prints, the blanket cleaning function can be completed faster and better by using the automatic cleaning blanket function. The entire print job preparation time is only It is about 4min. Lithrone S26/S29 can complete the printing process from preparation of print jobs to printing of 200 sheets in 6 minutes, until the entire process of automatic deinking.

Superb automation system

The components of this Lithrone press provide state-of-the-art accuracy and outstanding high-speed performance, providing customers with a reliable guarantee for investing in an unmatched Komori print management system. The redesigned press console features two large touch-screen displays that eliminate the need for operator input data. The LS-26/29 fully supports the CIP4/JDF data format. It can use any CIP4 data workflow to build a set of standard printing processes. It integrates prepress equipment, printing presses, and post-press processing equipment through system integration. . In fact, when the LS-26/29 is equipped with an on-line CTP system, the equipment's automatic operation performance can reach a very high level, and quality differences caused by the level of operator skill level will hardly occur.

The LS-26/29 inherited a large number of exquisite engineering technologies from Lithrone presses, making this stable printing platform ideal for handling printing operations with Komori's advanced color management system. Use color management software to measure, record, and verify the fidelity of print color reproducibility. The LithroneS26/S29 fully demonstrates the unmatched equipment reliability of Komori's presses, enabling printers to skillfully use color management systems to improve print quality and ensure the company's business grows steadily.

Finally, it should be emphasized that Komori also pays special attention to environmental protection when considering the appearance and equipment performance of each press. The LS-26/29 can achieve non-alcoholic printing, minimizing the use of energy and materials, making it an outstanding leader in environmentally-friendly printing presses.

Excellence

In today's printing market, high-quality printing and rapid job conversion have become increasingly critical factors in the development of a company. The new Lithrone S26/S29 is an unrivaled ideal printing device for businesses. This printing press brings together cutting-edge technologies in the printing industry. With the aim of excellence in engineering technology, it adopts proven systems and components for assembly. After repeated testing, all indicators have reached the limit value. A veritable new generation of presses. The emergence of the LS-26/29 is bound to change the pattern of the 26/29-inch press market and become the company's right-hand man.

Get BG environmental certification

Lithrone S26/S29 has obtained the authoritative BG environmental certification before it has officially launched into the market. The LS-26/29 successfully passed a series of BG certification tests conducted in the UK, Denmark, and Japan for emissions of hazardous substances. The test is based on the standards established by the EU and is mainly aimed at reducing the emission of harmful substances (especially solvents) during the printing process and conducting actual verification.

BG-certified test tests use conventional tri-color inks, UV inks, aqueous glazing and UV glazing, and use cardboard for printing. All indicators of the LS-26/29 are much higher than the set standards, and the test has achieved a complete success. ※(Komori company feed)

Source: Print Magazine