Esko has developed i-cut Production Console, a front-end operating system, that will be the common platform for all Kongsberg digital finishing systems. It combines the feature set of the XL-Guide tailored for packaging applications and i-cut Vision Pro, the front-end for cutting and short run productions.
The i-cut Production Console (iPC) drives all functionality found on Kongsberg tables, such as camera control, machine set up, tool recognition, calibration and tool adjustments. It has an icon-based graphical interface with colour coded alerts and updates so that users can follow production progress from a distance.
“We want to help customers simplify their approach so they can maximise their capabilities. As Kongsberg users work with a greater variety of production tools, they want to be prepared for any job and be more efficient, whether they are working on packaging or wide-format displays,” said Tom Naess, Esko product manager CAM.
“The iPC instinctively supports the machine operator and displays colours with a meaning, which draws focus to the right area at the right time. It will change the way operators finish a job, and allow them to get even more out of their machine: they will get up to speed faster while improving the output quality. The i-cut Production Console is available now through Esko sales and distribution channels for Kongsberg XN and V Series tables. Starting in 2015, it will become available for most Kongsberg models, including upgrades for existing users.
