Fully Automatic Mounting Machine FAMM 3.0
The FAMM 3.0 is the most advanced automatic mounting solution that provides incomparable speed, repeatability, and accuracy. This plate mounting machine represents the 3rd generation of fully automatic mounters and it’s the ideal solution for short and frequent job runs. The FAMM 3.0 features a 30-second mounting speed per plate with an accuracy of 2 microns, while a sleeve change takes only 10 seconds.
- Almost zero operator interaction
- Extremely accurate & fast mounting
- Doubles capacity with less costs
- Robotic handling of sleeves available
- Robotic mounting and taping available
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FAMM 3.0 Features
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Fully Automatic
The flexo plates are positioned fully automatically with the best possible accuracy of 2 microns using a robotic manipulator and the Image Recognition system
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Backlight System
The third generation of SAMM features backlight technology for improved image recognition of mounting marks, offering optimal illumination for its ultra-high-definition monochrome cameras. The backlight system enhances plate positioning accuracy, increasing SAMM 3.0's precision and efficiency.
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Conveyor belt
New split conveyor belt with an option to identify the plate from the bottom by reading QR codes. The conveyor backlight and laser line allows plates to be aligned easier.
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Robotic manipulator
The manipulator picks-up the flexo plate and transfers it on the exact position for mounting. The operator only needs to load the plates on the conveyor belt.
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Two automatic pressure rollers (patent pending)
The top pressure roller mounts half of the plate, then the mandrel lowers down so that the second pressure roller can mount the rest of the plate. During this time, the pick-up unit has already placed the next plate for mounting.
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Automatic linear motors (patent pending)
State of the art automatic linear motors that enable fast plate transfer and positioning. The quality check is now 3 times faster.
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Automatic mandrel rotation
The mandrel makes synchronous movements and rotates automatically, providing operator-free mounting. After mounting, the mandrel unlocks automatically.
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LED light sensors
The intuitive FAMM software detects if there are informalities during the mounting process. The green light indicates "processing", the yellow indicates "advisory", while the red means "error".
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Quality report
The mounting marks are checked and a PDF is automatically created with the measurements of the Image Recognition.
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Fully Automatic
The flexo plates are positioned fully automatically with the best possible accuracy of 2 microns using a robotic manipulator and the Image Recognition system
2
Backlight System
The third generation of SAMM features backlight technology for improved image recognition of mounting marks, offering optimal illumination for its ultra-high-definition monochrome cameras. The backlight system enhances plate positioning accuracy, increasing SAMM 3.0's precision and efficiency.
3
Conveyor belt
New split conveyor belt with an option to identify the plate from the bottom by reading QR codes. The conveyor backlight and laser line allows plates to be aligned easier.
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Robotic manipulator
The manipulator picks-up the flexo plate and transfers it on the exact position for mounting. The operator only needs to load the plates on the conveyor belt.
5
Two automatic pressure rollers (patent pending)
The top pressure roller mounts half of the plate, then the mandrel lowers down so that the second pressure roller can mount the rest of the plate. During this time, the pick-up unit has already placed the next plate for mounting.
6
Automatic linear motors (patent pending)
State of the art automatic linear motors that enable fast plate transfer and positioning. The quality check is now 3 times faster.
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Automatic mandrel rotation
The mandrel makes synchronous movements and rotates automatically, providing operator-free mounting. After mounting, the mandrel unlocks automatically.
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LED light sensors
The intuitive FAMM software detects if there are informalities during the mounting process. The green light indicates "processing", the yellow indicates "advisory", while the red means "error".
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Quality report
The mounting marks are checked and a PDF is automatically created with the measurements of the Image Recognition.
Options
Robotic loading of sleeves
The FAMM 3.0 features robotic loading of sleeves. The robotic arm handles the sleeve and applies tape automatically. Then, it loads the sleeve on the air mandrel. The whole pre-press workflow is automated and eliminates any operator related mistakes.
Robotic Mounting & Taping
The FAMM can be part of the RoboCELL which offers a complete robotized pre-press workflow. The robot performs tape application and loads the sleeve on the FAMM 3.0. While the FAMM is mounting, the robot tapes the next sleeve. The mounting and taping process is automated and without any operator interaction.
Automatic plate ID verification
The FAMM 3.0 is equipped with a split conveyor belt that allows the plate ID verification using QR codes.
Barcode and QR code scanner
A barcode/QR code scanner can be optionally added to the MOM, SAMM or FAMM for automatic loading of the jobs. The jobs are then usually made offline in prepress to optimize the machine Operation Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Automatic EasyReg detection
Using our patented image recognition system, a visual mark on the edge of a sleeve such as the W&H EasyReg strip can be automatically 'set to zero' on the MOM, SAMM and FAMM mounting machines by simply pushing a button. The camera automatically homes in on the EasyReg mark and also automatically 'sets zero' in X and Y direction with 0.001mm (1μm) accuracy.
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Robotic loading of sleeves
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Robotic Mounting & Taping
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Automatic plate ID verification
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Barcode and QR code scanner
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Automatic EasyReg detection
Success stories
Amcor's story with us
Amcor has been working with AV Flexologic's for over 15 years. The machines are placed all over the world in their different offices. “In 2011 I traveled to Cumbria to see the FAMM in action at the SGS plant that serviced Amcor in the region. I was instantly intrigued by the simplicity and incredibly efficient output of the FAMM. I then traveled to Holland and viewed 2 FAMMS in operation at Elopak, again incredible output."
Elopak's journey with us
Elopak supplies over 800 markets and they are currently using 3 FAMMs in their plant in the Netherlands. They only use one operator for the 3 machines per shift. Reinard Dreesmann, plant manager Elopak says: “Since the installation, output, and quality are as expected. We mount approximately 1000 sleeves per week and mounting is considered an important part of the printing job. In the past, misregistration often caused press downtime. Now our mounting results are consisted and precise.”, i
Mondi's partnership with us
"Thanks to the FAMM we have saved a lot of costs", explained Joachim Block, technical director at Nordenia in Halle, Germany. Nordenia is now part of the Mondi Group. "AV Flexologic is the main supplier of flexo plate mounting machines for the whole Nordenia group. Our cooperation with AV Flexologic has always been optimal.” He continues: “We consider AV Flexologic to be the market leader in the flexo plate mounting machines field and therefore we have a lot of confidence in their products'.
Segers & Balcaen history with us
Segers & Balcaen is a family-owned flexible packaging and technical film producer based in Liedekerke, Belgium. The Company manages its product life cycle from extrusion to final packaging product. Since 2014, Segers & Balcaen is running their plate-mounting and stripping area on a Fully Automatic Mounting Machine (FAMM), in combination with the Demounter, for stripping plates.
FAMM 3.0 Range
FAMM 3.0 1500
1500/59" (mm/inch) Max width
1350/53" (mm/inch) Max repeat
FAMM 3.0 1700
1700/67" (mm/inch) Max width
1350/53" (mm/inch) Max repeat
FAMM 2.0 2500
2500/98" (mm/inch) Max width
1350/53" (mm/inch) Max repeat
Contact Us
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VAT: NL001515561B01
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PO Box 252
2400 AG Alphen aan den Rijn
Netherlands
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