Printing and paper industry
AI Generated Drive systems for the paper and printing industry – precision and performance at Anton Klocke Antriebstechnik GmbH
Mechanical drive elements for transport, folding, binding, and packaging – proven in paper processing for decades. Paper has been a material for use in our lives for over 2,000 years and remains indispensable to this day – despite digitalization and plastic solutions. Mechanical drive elements also play a central role in modern printing and paper processing: they are responsible for transporting, folding, binding, stacking, and packaging. Our production at Anton Klocke combines traditional manufacturing principles with a modern understanding of components and systems to provide reliable solutions for this demanding industry.
Our services at a glance
Drive systems for the printing and paper industry
Different paper types and requirements require individually tailored products – we design the optimal solution from a wide range of materials, carriers and surfaces.
Areas of application & materials
Applications: Transport and conveying tasks in printing and paper machines, folding, binding and packaging systems.
Materials & Components: Flat and transport belts, Timing belts, conveyor belts, Bevel and round belts – depending on the application, speed and load.
Special requirements: Marking-free transport, high speed, variable paper types and formats. Example: Use of endless-length tapes for paper transport with long service life.
Technical instructions for implementation
The application in paper and printing processing places special requirements: e.g. high transport speeds, rough material, changing environmental conditions (humidity, dust).
The selection of the appropriate drive element is crucial: the material, coating, traction support and connection technology must be tailored to the requirements.
For replacement parts or retrofit projects: An analysis of your machine, the conveyor path and the load helps to increase uptime and reduce downtime.
Monday tools and professional installation are essential for performance and durability – we offer the right tools and support.
Product portfolio – among others:
- BEHA monobands – proven for support tasks in paper and printing plants.
- Modular conveyor belts – tailored funding solutions.
- Suitable mounting tools – for installation and maintenance.
- BEHA round and V-belts – classic drive elements in the paper industry.
- ESBAND – infinitely manufactured flat and transport belts for demanding conveying and transport tasks (see example values for the paper industry).
- BRECOFLEX® power transmission timing belts – for precise and dynamic transmissions in paper machines.
Industry expertise: Our components are used in printing and paper systems, for example at high speeds, with alternating loads, and for marking-free transport.
Why Klocke
Tradition & TechnologyWe rely on years of experience in mechanical engineering combined with high-quality drive technology – a proven foundation in the paper industry.
Quality & ReliabilitySpecial requirements of paper processing – such as high speed, different paper types, freedom from marking – are met by modern conveyor and drive systems. Examples include: surface coatings, tensile carriers made of aramid or polyester, which ensure low elongation and high flexibility.
Systemic solutionNot just individual components, but the interplay of belt, strap and chain solutions – tailored to your plant and process.
Flexibility & adaptabilityFrom standard components to customized designs – we develop solutions that perfectly fit your application.
Request your individual consultation: We will discuss your requirements (paper type, conveying path, speed, load, spare part requirements) and develop a solution from our component portfolio.
Sebastian Ahrens
- Field Service
- Team leader field service - Key account manager
- s.ahrens@klocke-antrieb.de
- +49 (0) 521 950 05-37
Ansgar Niemeyer
- Field Service
- Application Engineer
- a.niemeyer@klocke-antrieb.de
- +49 (0) 521 950 05-43
FAQ - Printing and paper industry
Which key performance indicators should be considered when choosing components?
Typical metrics: running speed, load weight, environmental influences (dust, moisture), frequency of deflecting, strain on the belt or tape surface, required service life.
What advantages do modular conveyor belts offer over traditional belt solutions?
Modular bands often offer easier maintenance, the replacement of individual modules, more variable design options (e.g., pullers, profiles), and can be better integrated into specific plant layouts.
When should a replacement part or retrofit project for drive systems in paper machines be considered?
When downtime decreases, maintenance intervals become shorter, or process reliability declines – then an analysis and, if necessary, the replacement of the system with more modern, better-suited components is worthwhile.
How does the choice of guide rail and surface affect the lifespan of a conveyor belt?
Ribbon carriers such as aramid or polyester offer low stretch and high flexibility; surface coatings help to carry or remove the material being conveyed and reduce abrasion – both crucial factors at high speeds and in changing media.
What roles do endless or seamless tapes play in paper transportation?
Endless or seamless tapes have no connection points, which leads to longer service life, less maintenance and better surface quality during transport.
Why are specially coated conveyor and transport belts important in the paper industry?
Specially coated tapes enable marking-free transport at high speeds and with varying paper or cardboard qualities. They also offer high resistance to abrasion and chemicals.
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