Durst automation reduces setup times dramatically

Rahul Kumar (RK): How does your press architecture support modular upgrades between flexo, digital and hybrid? 

Selvaraj Venkatesh (SV): Durst’s digital presses are based on multi-platform and designed for flexibility. The roll-to-roll configuration is upgradable in terms of web width, speed and colour. The roll-to-roll configuration is upgradable with the flexo unit alone. The hybrid model is available for multiple upgrades.

RK: What automation tools are integrated for makeready, registration, and colour calibration across mixed jobs?

SV: Our automation reduces setup times dramatically — registration, colour calibration through ARC technology and job switching are handled automatically, which translates to faster turnarounds and reduced operator dependence.

RK: How adaptable is your press to India’s labelstock diversity — BOPP, PET, linerless, ultra-thin?

SV: The press can handle multiple substrates with and without a liner from 20 to 500 microns. This versatility means converters can address multiple customer segments — from labels to flexible packaging — without needing multiple presses.

RK: Are fixed palette (ECG) setups supported by default — and how do you ensure run-to-run consistency?

SV: Yes, ECG printing is supported, enabling CMYK+ extended gamut with reduced ink inventory. Built-in colour management ensures run-to-run consistency, even across repeat jobs or multiple shifts.

RK: What software integration is standard — Esko, PrintOS, AVT, others?

SV: Durst Workflow label + is the digital front end consisting pre-flight, colour management, step and repeat/imposition, rendering /RIP, file management, MIS integration, cost calculation, analytics.

RK: What inline embellishment options are available — and are they mode-independent?

SV: Converters can add varnishing, foiling, and other embellishments inline in hybrid solution.

RK: How are you helping converters reduce energy use, waste, and job rejection rates?

SV: Durst digital presses are highly efficient, with lower power consumption compared to other processes. Waste is reduced through ARC, precise ink laydown / less consumption, auto head cleaning system, job automation, and fewer test runs — directly improving sustainability and profitability.

RK: How is high print quality maintained when running variable or multilingual data at top speeds?

SV: Variable and multilingual data runs at full press speed without compromising quality. Intelligent data handling ensures sharp text and images, even at high throughput, opening new opportunities in personalisation and compliance labelling.

RK: Do you offer real-time monitoring tools — cloud dashboards, mobile apps, press analytics?

SV: Yes, Durst Analytics offers live dashboards, remote mobile apps, and performance reports. Converters gain visibility into uptime, ink usage, and productivity — helping management make smarter, faster decisions. 

RK: What does future-proofing mean on your platform — head upgrades, curing modules, AI-based controls?

SV: Future-proofing means customers can upgrade the Durst digital press in terms of colour, width, speed, and software modules as technology evolves. AI-driven process controls ensure presses remain state-of-the-art for years, protecting long-term ROI.

RK: Are there pre-certified substrate libraries and how are local Indian stocks tested?

SV: In the Durst digital press, we can profile/calibrate different substrates, save as libraries, and recall this profile when loading substrates. Also conducts testing for various Indian stocks to check the performance and reliability. This minimises trial-and-error, saving converters valuable time and money.

RK: Can your press auto-calibrate based on substrate type or thickness?

SV: The substrate profile saved in the library will automatically be fetched during printing, ensuring consistent quality without operator guesswork.

RK: What partnerships exist with finishing OEMs for alignment, embellishment sync, or tension control?

SV: Durst and Newgen Printronics works closely with leading finishing and embellishment OEMs to ensure alignment, embellishment synchronisation, and tension control—delivering a seamless, end-to-end solution.

RK: Can your press system trigger QC alerts, auto job queueing, or remote support diagnostics?

SV: The press provides automated QC alerts, intelligent job queueing, and remote diagnostics. This minimises downtime, prevents costly errors, and allows Durst experts to support customers quickly and effectively.