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  • 1.  Cutter Recommendation

    Posted 01-26-2018 04:40 PM
    We are looking to replace our cutter. I have posted a different thread about an automation question. I would like to know thoughts on cutters for a digital operation. I am evaluating a new Challenge - Champion 305 (we have an old 305 that we are replacing) and a Duplo 660 Pro. I'm sure the consensus would be that the Challenge is a better cutter but am curious to see what people think of these or others. I'm not set on either of these. 

    Here are some of our considerations

    1. Automation -
    2. Equipment similarities. We have a Duplo DC646 and we really like it. Is there an advantage to getting more of the same brand.
    3. Price
    4. Durability/Reliability
    5. Service (shouldn't be an issue in our market as there are service providers for most everything)

    Thanks in advance.

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    Lynndell Epp
    President
    Plumb Marketing
    Englewood CO
    303-607-9424
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  • 2.  RE: Cutter Recommendation

    Posted 01-27-2018 04:59 PM
    yes,I would agree with you, the Challenger would be the better option.

    But if your a very busy shop, seriously consider getting one of those air tables as an option.

    Your operators will be most appreciative !





  • 3.  RE: Cutter Recommendation

    Posted 01-29-2018 07:58 AM
    I would say buy an Itoh, but I think the smallest they make is a 45. Ours has run ten ours a day for 18 years without missing a beat.

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    Tim Martin
    Bindery and Mailing Supervisor
    Technaprint, Inc.
    Eugene OR
    541-344-4062
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