CMYUK has become the exclusive UK/Ireland distributor of the Chinese-made JWEI JCUT digital cutting systems.

“Now as the exclusive distributor of JWEI JCUT products in the UK and Ireland, we have the ability to democratise high-end digital cutting capabilities. We are extremely impressed with this established technology and are 100% confident that it will transform the digital cutting and finishing leader board – there is simply nothing like it,” said Robin East, group commercial director, CMYUK.

“As an organisation, CMYUK has a great deal of technical knowledge and market intelligence regarding finishing and digital cutting. In our history, we have been very successful with both the Zund and Kongsberg brands and know the market sector intimately. We understand that many mid-range customers want the capabilities and versatility that these respected high-end brands offer. JWEI uniquely delivers this at an investment level like no other,” he added.  

Available in three bed sizes – 1600mm x 2500mm, 2100mm x 3100mm, 3200mm x 3000mm – the JWEI JCUT range offers a high spec. This includes an automatic feeding conveyor, 1800kW liquid cooled router for powerful milling, Auto Tool Changer (ATC), Universal Cutting Tool (UCT), Kiss Cut Tool (KCT), Electric Oscillating Tool (EOT), Crease Wheel Tool (CWT), V-Cut Tool (VCT), and a modularised cutting head that accommodates up to three sets of tool combinations simultaneously.

All tables are solidly engineered, with the 3.2m wide model fitted with a carbon fibre reinforced gantry. The cutting tables have a top running speed of 1200mm per second (75m per minute) with a maximum acceleration point of 1G.

The tables are controlled by the OptiScout Vision controller software for accurate and fast automated cutting. Individually configurable import filters ensure optimum preparation of the cut contours during importation. For example, open contours can be closed or optimised, or duplicates removed. Individual macros can be executed automatically before and after the import, to optimally feed data into the subsequent cutting process. The use of a CCD camera increases the precision of the output that compensates printing inaccuracies and thereby reduces waste. Flexible registration reliably processes even the most problematic of materials that are prone to distortion.

At the heart of ‘Production Process Automation’ is a material database that can be accessed at the job preparation stage.

OptiScout is supported by industry leading Rips, including Agfa Asanti, Aurelon PrintFactory, Cadlink, Caldera, ColorGate, EFI, ErgoSoft PosterPrint/TexPrint, IGEPA MasterRip, ONYX, Pjannto, PosterJet, Prep-it, SAi, and Wasatch.

Prices for the JWEI JCUT range start from £64,995 (ex VAT) for the J-CUT Pro-1625 and £89,995 for the 3.2m J-CUT Pro-3230. All cutting tables come as standard including compressor, delivery, installation, operator and application training,18 months on-site warranty, Auto Tool Changer (holding up to 8 router bits), a range of tools including 1.8kw liquid cooled router, Universal Cutting Tool (UCT), Creasing Tool (CWT), Electric Oscillating Tool (EOT), V-Cut Tool (VCT) and Kiss Cut Tool (KCT). The solution also includes the OptiScout Vision controller software workstation.

CMYUK engineers will provide installation, operator and application training. It also includes free lifetime training on equipment, on-going support and service, and stocks all consumables and spare parts for quick availability.

JWEI was founded in 1993 and, with a R&D team of 50-plus, has become a specialist in digital flatbed cutting systems, with its products installed in over 100 countries and regions around the world. The China-based company is headquartered in the Ningbo National High-Tech Zone, a manufacturing facility that was completed in 2021 representing an investment of more than 1bn Yuan. It has both ISO9001:2000 and CE certification, and holds accolades that include TOP 10 Software Enterprise, TOP 10 Innovative Enterprise, National Hi-Tech Enterprise, and Municipal Key Software Enterprise.

Snow Lin, founder and CEO, Jingwei Systemtechnik (JWEI) said: “We are delighted to be working with CMYUK and recognise its considerable reputation and influence within the digital printing industry. As pioneers in our field, our goal is to achieve a technology revolution with perseverance. Our partnership with CMYUK places quality and customer satisfaction at the heart of our joint commercial endeavour.”