Growth in Large-Format Work Led Allpak/Trojan to Add a KBA Rapida 142

“The savings in paper from a 56-inch sheet compared to a 40˝ sheet surprised even us,” commented Millage. “Technically the 56˝ sheet is twice as big as a 40˝ sheet but we typically get 125 percent more product on the larger sheet size. Quality is quite important too and what we get from our KBA presses is rock-solid predictable and consistent quality from sheet number one to one million,” says Millage. “The new KBA press allows us to continue the high level quality our customers have come to expect from us. And we can rest assured the quality level will match what they’ve come to expect form our existing eight-color KBA.”

Reduced waste equals environmental benefits

Allpak/Trojan’s commitment to the environment was maintained with the new press installation. The firm has significantly reduced waste, according to Millage, especially make-ready waste with the new Rapida press. The wash-up chemistry and ink waste was brought down considerably with the addition of the automatic ink dispensing as well, he recalls.

“As a high production facility it was important for us to be comfortable in the knowledge that we could install a new press and get up to full production as quickly as possible,” added Millage. “Ever since our first KBA press was installed, we have been extremely impressed with how quickly and efficiently the KBA installation team works.”

About Allpak/Trojan
Founded in1950, Allpak/Trojan provides high-end commercial printing and innovative packaging solutions. Allpak/Trojan also offers in-house graphic and structural design; point-of-purchase displays; pack and assembly services; all under one roof.

About KBA
KBA North America is located in Dallas and a member of the KBA Group. Established 194 years ago in Wuerzburg, Germany, Koenig & Bauer AG (KBA), the parent of the KBA group, is the oldest and second largest press manufacturer worldwide. KBA's banner, 'People & Print', reflects its dual focus as a leading innovator for print entrepreneurs. The group's product range is the broadest in the industry; its portfolio includes commercial and newspaper web presses, sheetfed offset presses in all format classes, special presses for books, inserts, banknotes, securities, metal-decorating, smart cards; CDs and DVDs plus inkjet and other coding systems. For more information visit the company’s website at www.kba.com.

Source: KBA.