Model E4-TR
Ribbon Printing System
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Description :
The E4-TR is a fully automatic, multi-colour Ribbon Printing System. Running at
speeds of up to 6,500 impressions per hour, the E4-TR is similar in design to
our
E2-TR , but
larger in print area and heavier in print tonnage.
Well-suited to heavy-duty ribbon applications like embossing or printing
extra-large items like mattress labels, the E4-TR offers the highest tonnage of any ribbon press on
today's market.
The E4-TR features a 4" X 12" impression area, 1 ~ 32" ribbon pull, and a 4" x
4" cutting area.
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Pricing :
 US
$22,500
Upgrades :
Ribbon
Rewinder : $1,500
Variable
Cutter : $2,500
220
Electrics : $500
CE
Version : $1,500
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Shipping :
Shipping
: $500 North America Ground
$1,500
Global Air Freight
Crating
: $175
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Printing Process :
The
printing process
begins by clamping
the ribbon onto the constant tension unwind mechanism. This mechanism
keeps the ribbon tight as it passes through the machine.
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The
ribbon next travels through two adjustable ribbon guides that assist with
tracking.
The
guides are independently positioned by turning the black knobs on the side of
the guard.
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The ribbon is
stamped when it passes beneath the print head.
The ribbon pull mechanism
then advances
the
ribbon over the registration roller which registers the print to the cut.
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The die cutter cuts
the ribbon into pieces from 1 ~ 32" long, or into shapes up to 3.75" sq.
Once
cut, the ribbon is discharged from the machine by the foam discharge roller
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Print
Engine :
One
central CAM mechanism supplies mechanical power to the entire machine. Smooth
and precise, all bearings and parts are purposefully oversized to ensure long
life and durability. The E4-TR generates up to 8 tons of pressure, more than
sufficient power to produce dazzling foil stamped ribbon.
An
all-electric machine, the E4-TR uses an electric motor at its power source, not
pneumatics like most other hot stamping machines. This means that with the
E4-TR, you don't need a high-end air compressor, plus you eliminate 100% of the
many inherent issues of pneumatic equipment. Furthermore, the E4-TR runs
cleanly and quietly, making it suitable for use in a home or office setting.
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Print Head :
The
CAM mechanism powers the print head, pulling it down from all four corners.
This results in an even dispersion of pressure.
A
central heater runs the full length of the head to ensure even heating.
Four
levelling screws on the top of the head allow for fine adjustment.
A
central pivot allows one to rotate the head 5 degrees each way for fine
alignment.
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All
of these attributes are elements of a flip-over chase which
flips up for easy access to the
die area.
The
E4-TR is delivered with
your choice of 2
chases.
Chases
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Die Cutter :
Capable of making any cut up to 3.75" sq., common cuts include :
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Pinking
cut
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Dovetail
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Dovetail
/ Pinking
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45-degree
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Circles
The
E2-TR is delivered with your choice of 2 cutters
Cutters
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Control Box :
The
control Box of the E4-TR features the following electronic controls:
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All
electronic components are brand-name and solid state. A modular control box
design allows for quick repair in the unlikely event of a component problem.
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Ribbon & Foil Adjustments :
The
length of the ribbon advance is adjusted by means of a crank located within a
door on the left side of the machine.
One
simply unlocks the center nut, and then turns the black knob to adjust the
ribbon pull from 1" ~ 32".
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An
identical mechanism within the right door of the machine adjusts the length of
the foil pull from 0.75" ~ 4.25".
Impressions can be run as closely as 1/8" from one another for foil economy.
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Foil Feed
Running from front-to-back, the E4-TR features a 12" wide
foil feed. The
foil is clamped on the unwind bar above the control panel.
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The
foil feeds into
the machine, beneath the print head, and towards the rear where it is threaded
through the drive system and rewound.
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Multi-Colour Printing :
Foils as thin as 1" feed well, and multiple rolls of different coloured
foils
can be fed simultaneously. This means that the E4-TR is able to stamp the
ribbon with multiple colours of foil, in one pass.
Multi-colour
ribbons are perceived to have a higher value than conventional, single colour
ribbons. Despite this perception, the truth is that multi-colour prints can be
produced for about the same cost. Whether converted into higher margins, or used
as a competitive advantage in a tight marketplace, multi-colour printing is a
customer pleasing, profit generating sales tool.
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Ribbon Rewinder :
(+$1500)
Customers who wish
to hot stamp continuous printed ribbon, narrow webs or uncut tapes should equip
the E4-TR with the optional rewinder.
Enabling
the E4-TR to re-roll printed ribbon onto a spool, the rewind self-adjusts to the
speed of the press.
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Ribbon Core Sizes :
(+$150)
In the middle of every roll of ribbon is a hole or "core".
When mounting the ribbon roll on the machine for printing, a spindle passes
through the core to support the roll. Since many of our clients source
their ribbon from different suppliers, it is common to have several core sizes
in stock, and in turn several corresponding spindle sizes.
Common sizes are : 3/8" , 1/2" , 5/8", 1", 3", 39mm.
Spindles are easily changed by unlocking a single bolt, sliding
the spindle off its' hub, and then replacing it with the correctly sized
spindle.
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Variable Cutter :
(+$2500)
The
base E4-TR cycles as : / Print, Pull, Cut / Print, Pull Cut / Print, Pull, Cut /
The
Variable Cutter Changes this to : / Print, Pull, Print, Pull, Print, Pull, Cut /
The
effect is that whereas with the base machine will produce a 36" ribbon with 12"
of print on it, the variable cutter can produce a 36" ribbon with 36" of print
on it.
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Heavy Duty !
If your ribbon application calls for power, the E4-TR delivers the most
tonnage in the market.
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Specifications :
Size :
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2'
deep x 6' wide x 4' feet high |
Weight :
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500
lbs. uncrated. 650 lbs. crated |
Speed :
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6,500
per hour maximum |
Print Area :
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4"
x 12" inches |
Print Tonnage
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8
Tons nominal |
Ribbon Pull
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1" ~ 32"
inches standard |
Die Cutter :
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4" x 4" inches |
Foil Feed :
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Single or multi-colour foil feed
Auto foil feed from 0.75" ~ 4.25" inches
Accepts up to a 1,000 foot roll
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Power Source :
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110 standard. 240 available. |
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