Service

Conversions and retrofits

Your product changes, your machine has to keep up: we convert machines with Kappler technology to new folding cartons, closures and modules – including older lines. In Karlsbad or on site at your premises.

Examples

What we convert and retrofit

Convert the closure

For example from tuck-in flap to hotmelt.

Retrofit leaflet insertion

Install a leaflet inserter later, with the right feed direction.

Add coding

Blind embossing, inkjet or thermal transfer for LOT and date.

Install code inspection

Camera for Pharmacode and Data Matrix with rejection.

Automate feeding

Automatic product feeding for bottles, tubes and other products.

Retrofit the NOVA star

We also install the NOVA star in older machines with Kappler technology – after that you adjust the carton holder without change parts.

Process

How a conversion works

  1. 01Machine and goalYou give us the machine number, new product or new folding carton.
  2. 02FeasibilityWe check your carton against our specifications and the machine.
  3. 03QuotationYou receive a quotation including conversion time.
  4. 04ConversionIn Karlsbad or on site at your premises, including instruction.
FAQ

Questions about conversions

Which machines do you convert?

We convert machines with Kappler technology – i.e. machines we designed and built. This includes older lines.

Can every machine with Kappler technology be converted?

Many conversions are possible, but it depends on year of manufacture and configuration. With your machine number we can check quickly.

How long is my machine out of action during the conversion?

That depends on the scope. You will receive the conversion time with the quotation so that you can plan your production.

New product, old machine?

Send us the machine number and the new folding carton – we will check the conversion.