Nu-Maber, a flexographic plate producer in Italy, has enhanced its production capabilities by installing two ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 exposure units from XSYS. This investment underlines Nu-Maber’s dedication to precision, efficiency, and sustainable practices while reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation, certified under the rigorous Industry 4.0 guidelines by Polo Tecnologico Alto Adriatico Andrea Galvani.

Located in Treviso, Nu-Maber’s latest step in its growth journey is centered around the ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 exposure units – technology that aims to ensure consistent high-quality plate production. With a maximum plate size of 1270 x 2032 mm (50 x 80”) and advanced LED technology for both main and back exposures, these units provide precision imaging and robust performance, ensuring superior results for flexographic printing applications.

Incorporating XSYS’s ProServX software, the new equipment ensures integration with Nu-Maber’s digital infrastructure. ProServX supports Industry 4.0 compliance with features such as real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and remote diagnostics. Importantly, customers like Nu-Maber can leverage the system’s REST API to connect directly with their MIS (Management Information Systems) or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems. This integration streamlines data flow, enhances productivity, and ensures that all operations are digitally interconnected.

The independent certification provided by Polo Tecnologico Alto Adriatico Andrea Galvani affirms that ProServX fully meets Industry 4.0 requirements. According to the certification report, the system ensures:

1. Real-time data exchange: Through TCP/IP-based REST APIs, ProServX facilitates bidirectional communication with internal and external MIS and ERP systems. Also, ProServX allows continuous monitoring of the equipment through machine dashboards and e-mail reporting. This includes production data, consumable usage and also machine internal parameters and measurements to make sure every plate is perfectly processed.

2. Remote maintenance and diagnostics: Enabled via secure connections, the equipment can be  updated, performance monitored, and  potential issues can be addressed without interrupting operations.

3. Automated integration: The system supports automation by connecting directly to factory logistics systems, creating a cohesive production environment.

4. Simple and intuitive human-machine interfaces: Via the easy-to-use interface on the large touch-screen operators can effortlessly manipulate the equipment. Additionally, all the HMI look and operate the same over the whole TFxX/Catena range, making it easy for the operators to manage multiple machines.

5. Compliance to the latest occupational safety, health and hygiene parameters: Because operators safety is a design perspective at XSYS, all the equipment meets the requirements of the European Machinery Directive and have CE certificates.

“The independent certification highlights the transformative power of ProServX in modern production settings,” says Roberto Malagu, sales manager XSYS Italy. “Nu-Maber’s implementation exemplifies how companies can optimize their processes while meeting the most stringent digital transformation standards.”

Nu-Maber has been a dedicated user of XSYS’s nyloflex ACT Digital and FAH Digital plates, renowned for their high durability and excellent ink transfer properties. These plates complement the capabilities of the Catena-E 80 systems, empowering Nu-Maber to produce flexographic printing plates with precision, ensuring consistent, high-quality print results across every project.

By integrating the Catena-E 80 units and ProServX into its workflow, Nu-Maber demonstrates a commitment to innovation, ensuring precision in platemaking while reducing operational costs and environmental impact.

The modular design of the ThermoFlexX Catena-E 80 offers scalability for future advancements, including full automation of the platemaking process. With this investment, Nu-Maber is not only addressing present needs but also positioning itself as a leader in the evolving flexographic printing landscape.

“We are proud to partner with Nu-Maber in their journey towards digital excellence,” states Malagu.  “This project reflects our shared vision for combining quality, sustainability, and innovation to drive the industry forward.”