Packaging

Leader in the packaging and printing industry sees 50% energy savings

Thursday 29. May 2008 - SCA Packaging Switzerland reduces heat and noise with P6040 retrofit

SCA Packaging Switzerland, a leading provider of customer-specific packaging with an emphasis on modern design and local service, offers a unique product portfolio that combines handling and printing services. The company prides itself on providing the ideal solution for its customers’ requirements, regardless of print run size or other factors. In keeping current with state-of-the-art technology, SCA Packaging Switzerland recently decided to retrofit its Bobst SPO2000 die-cutting press for corrugated board.
A hot and noisy environment
“The heat and energy consumption generated by the machines was a challenge that we wanted to address,” said Viktor Müller, head of workshop at SCA Packaging Switzerland. Equipped with mechanical pumps, the press was running at a working temperature of approximately 80-90 degrees Celsius. Noise was also a major concern, as the vacuum pumps were generating over 85dB of sound. “Enhancing the work environment for our employees is always top of mind.”

Retrofit results in lowered energy requirements
The company worked with partner PIAB to install its new P6040 vacuum pump with energy-saving system on the Bobst machine. The pump can be mounted closer to the point-of-suction, resulting in smaller pump requirements with lessened energy needs.

Noise and energy consumption reduced significantly
“Since retrofitting the die-cutting press, we have seen a reduction of about 50% in energy consumption, and our noise levels have been lowered to just 80 dB,” said Müller. “With the P6040 in place, the work environment is also great improved with a comfortable room temperature.”