The 8/4 S-KTZ Perfection Combi
J Thomson Colour Printers has installed a K8/4 S-KTZ Perfection Combi and a T800.1/642 Perfection, to match up the speed and capacity of its finishing capabilities with that of its printing operation.
The two MBO machines were supplied by Friedheim International after managing director Kevin Creechan, noticed the imbalance, ‘Although we had added speed and capacity to our printing operation, we had not done the same with our finishing capabilities.
‘Folding technology has progressed significantly since our last purchase, and therefore we took our time assessing what we required before making a decision. Once we had seen what was on offer it was apparent that the range of capabilities provided by the MBO folders was ideal for our business mix!’
Based in Glasgow, J Thomson Colour Printers is a family business that has evolved from its origins as a provider of packaging to one that now offers a full range of printing services. The company has around 120 staff, offices throughout Scotland, and a nationwide customer base that consists predominantly of blue-chip companies in a variety of market sectors.
The T800.1/642 Perfection
‘We handle a lot of section work and chose the K8 RS in particular because with its speed of up to 275 m/min it can match the speed of our offset presses, thereby reducing the possibility of any bottlenecks occurring,’ said Kevin Creechan.
‘Also, by making such a significant investment with the two MBO folders we will be more competitive on larger projects, which up until now we have probably not been able to consider!’
As part of its investment in new finishing equipment, J Thomson Colour Printers also purchased a Palamides Alpha 700plus mobile stacking delivery system, again supplied by Friedheim International.
