The F Series is a real winner; it's not just any ordinary flatbed cutter!
The F Series digital cutter represents one of the industry's most advanced cutting systems. It is a genuine step forward in cutting technology. Incorporating advanced safety precautions, vacuum suction to keep substrates in place, and media advance clamps to ensure the media moves forward when needed.
“What makes the F Series a real winner is the wide range of optional add-ons, which allow you to tailor your flatbed to your workflow needs. It’s a masterpiece of multifunctionality!”
The cutting head can hold three different modules at once, meaning you can complete jobs without worrying about the time lost changing blades. This machine has inbuilt guidance systems, including a positioning laser and an integrated camera system for accurate contour cutting mark recognition.
True tangential technology: Summa is somewhat of a pioneer in tangential cutting, and the F Series is no exception. Using a vertical force of 10kg and a wide range of cutting tools, cutting has never been more straightforward or accurate. There are even barcode identifiers on each tool to automatically recognise any relevant parameter settings.
“With the correct blade, you’ll be able to cut magnetics, rubber, wood, synthetics and card. We’ve seen customers tap into new markets and revenue streams instantly.”
Software to simplify every solution and safety to match: The included GoProduce software gives you an innovative yet easy interface to work with, allowing you to manage jobs efficiently while also having a shedload of added-value functionality. Features such as the Material Manager database, convenient task sorting, and a knowledge training base takes cutting to the next level. Designed with safety in mind, every F Series flatbed has an advanced safety system compliant with worldwide health and safety requirements.
“These powerful machines have been designed for safety first – to keep your staff safe and the workflow running smoothly.”
Interchangeable tools to keep opportunities open: Summa is very good at offering ways to interchange and upgrade your cutter. The F Series is compatible with a wide range of head tools, including a drag module, tangential module, rotary module, etc. It also has several optional upgrades to increase performance, such as the conveyor extension for the F1612, heavy roll support for the F1832, F3220 and F3232, and F-Performance mode (up to 40% improved performance that can be unlocked easily).
We would be happy to set up a demonstration for you, and we think you’ll be impressed! If you’d like to know more or see the Summa in action – give us a call: 0345 1300 662
Pros
- Work how you like with modular heads
- Included software offers a wealth of functionality
- Camera and laser systems to ensure accuracy
- Advanced safety to keep users safe
- Vacuum pump and holding clamps to prevent materials from moving
- You can divide your working area into two distinct zones for flexible working
- Conveyor and advanced roll support as optional upgrades
- Every F Series cutter includes left and right ADC
Cons
- Requires a lot of space to install
- It's a heavyweight – up to 1.9T for the most significant model
- Not a cheap option – but it's top-of-the-range without a doubt
Ideale toepassingen
- Achtergrondverlichting
- Banners
- Vloerillustraties
- Magneetstrips
- Pop-ups
- Posters
- Roll-ups
- Tijdelijk textiel
- Verkeerssignalisatie
- Wandbekledingen
- Wandillustraties
- Raamillustraties
- Rolgordijnen
- Verpakking
Modellen in het gamma:
F1612
F1432
F1832
F3220
F3232
What the manufacturer says:
Overview
With the F Series, Summa offers a future-proof cutting product line based on over 30 years of expertise in building the world's very best cutting plotters. These advanced engineered flatbed cutting tables are designed to cut various sheet and rigid materials as well as roll stock. A multifunctional cutting head, a great range of modules and tools and many media handling options contribute to the series' versatility and flexibility. Over the years, the Summa F Series opened many doors for our customers, enabling them to expand business into new markets such as packaging design, Point Of Sale and textile applications.
The F Series is designed to process a wide variety of materials for an even greater diversity of applications. Achieve a perfect cut with the Summa flatbed cutters to realise flawlessly finished end products.
The world of Sign and Display is broad and versatile. The flatbed cutting solutions can optimise your print & cut workflow, meet your customers' deadlines and deliver perfectly finished end products.
When processing textiles, a most accurate cut is of key importance. With a great diversity in production processes, textile cutting is still often done manually. The flatbed cutters enable businesses to optimise their workflow, make it more efficient and significantly reduce material waste.
In today's imaging dominated world the role of packaging is more relevant than ever. Packaging must, therefore, stand out and attract the eye of the beholder. At the same time, it is important packaging is strong enough to withstand transportation handling
It starts with the base unit with a choice of no less than 5 models. Then you can carefully choose the modules and tools you need for your applications and consider the various media handling add-ons. Additionally, the included GoProduce software enables you to operate the cutter with ease and set up a productive workflow.
High-quality cutting equipment relies on a strong base. It requires a cutting unit which can be enhanced with additional features, options and add-ons at any given time. This way, the cutter can grow together with your business goals and aspirations. That is what the F Series is all about. Providing a solid base to transform your F Series model into the versatile cutting solution that perfectly fits your business needs. The F Series is your versatile business companion. A companion you can build upon.