Amid the global packaging industry’s accelerated shift toward high efficiency, high precision, and flexible production, the IECHO PK4 Automatic Intelligent Cutting System, with its core advantages of digital driving, no-die cutting, and flexible switching, redefines the technological standards in cardboard manufacturing. It not only breaks through the limitations of traditional die-cutting processes but also brings significant cost optimization and efficiency improvement through intelligent upgrades, becoming a key engine for the construction of smart factories.
1、Technological Innovation: Redefining the Boundaries of Die-Cutting Processes
The PK4 Automatic Intelligent Cutting System is designed for models with a maximum format of B1 or A0. It uses a voice coil motor to drive the graphic cutting knives, greatly enhancing equipment stability. Its vibrating knife technology can cut materials such as cardboard, corrugated board, and gray board up to a thickness of 16mm. The machine is compatible with IECHO CUT, KISSCUT, and EOT universal knives, enabling flexible switching. The automatic sheet feeding system optimizes the reliability of material supply, and the touchscreen computer interface allows for human-machine interaction. This equipment can complete the entire process from design to cutting digitally, completely eliminating reliance on traditional die molds.
IECHO accumulated expertise in machine vision technology has injected stronger intelligence into the PK4. IECHO self-developed CCD positioning alignment technology and image acquisition and processing technology can control the cutting precision within ±0.1mm, accurately executing complex designs such as irregular boxes, hollow patterns, and micro-hole arrays. It also supports integrated forming with cutting, creasing, punching, and sampling, reducing efficiency loss caused by process transfers.
2、Revolution in Production Paradigm: Dual Breakthroughs in Cost Reduction, Efficiency Increase, and Flexible Manufacturing
The revolutionary value of the PK4 lies in its comprehensive innovation of the traditional die-cutting model:
* Cost Reconstruction: Traditional die-cutting requires custom die molds, with a single set costing thousands of yuan and taking several weeks to produce. The PK4 eliminates the need for die molds, saving on procurement, storage, and replacement costs. Additionally, the intelligent layout software optimizes material utilization, further reducing raw material waste.
* Efficiency Leap: For small-batch, multi-variety orders, the PK4 can instantly design and cut via software, with changeover times near zero. This significantly enhances production continuity.
* Labor Liberation: The machine supports single-operator management of multiple machines and can be equipped with automated feeding/collection systems. Combined with machine vision technology to reduce human intervention ,it greatly improves labor productivity.
3、Industry Trends: A Necessary Choice for Personalization and Green Manufacturing
With the surge in consumer market demand for personalization and the drive toward carbon neutrality, the PK4′s technological features perfectly align with the industry’s development direction:
* Small-Batch Fast Response and Large-Scale Customization Compatibility: Through digital file switching, the PK4 can quickly respond to customers’ customized needs for different box types and patterns, while also supporting standardized mass production. This gives companies a dual competitive advantage of “scale + flexibility.”
* Green Manufacturing Practices: The no-die mold design reduces resource consumption associated with mold production, and the intelligent energy management system lowers operating costs. IECHO enhances the sustainability of its equipment through a comprehensive life cycle service system.
* Global Layout Support: As a global leader in non-metallic intelligent cutting equipment, IECHO products are present in over 100 countries and regions, strengthening its presence year by year.
IECHO is a global provider of intelligent cutting integrated solutions for the non-metallic industry with over 30 years of experience. With its headquarters in Hangzhou, the company employs more than 400 professionals, with over 30% in research and development. Its products are widely used in over ten industries, including printing and packaging, textiles and apparel, and automotive interiors, with a sales and service network established in more than 100 countries and regions. Leveraging core technologies such as precision motion control systems and machine vision algorithms, IECHO continues to lead technological innovation in intelligent cutting, driving the transformation and upgrading the manufacturing industry.
Post time: Jul-11-2025