The crated Rapid system begins its journey from Australia to Europe.
The Australian-based manufacturer of narrow web digital label printing systems, Rapid Machinery Company, has introduced the Rapid-X SR2 slitter-rewinder to complement its X1 and X2 digital presses and D2 die-cutter/laminator.
This modular approach to short-run label printing is proving popular with the first SR2 sale, part of a complete Rapid-X line, already on its way to Europe through its distributor Impression Technology Europe (ITE).
‘As short run digital label presses become more popular, the finishing systems are beginning to emulate those found on higher-speed devices,’ said general manager Nick Mansell. ‘Because Rapid runs a complete R&D and engineering shop, with over 35 years of experience making custom label equipment, we are well positioned to respond quickly to market demands and the SR2 is an example of this.’
The SR2 is a total rewinding solution with length/label counting, rotary knife slitting, trim extraction and dual reversing rewind spindles with 38 and 76 mm expanders as standard. It offers optional matrix rewinding, strobe inspection or other additions as requested.
