“Protolab is at The Forefront of Innovation with Japanese Technology Enabling Perfection”
31 May 2024: Sanjay Mehta, CEO, Shares Details About their Investment in a Sakurai Fully Automatic Flatbed Screen Printing Press and the Various Benefits it Provides.
Q: What were the key factors or capabilities that made you decide to invest in a Sakurai Fully Automatic Flatbed Screen Printing Press ?
A: As a company, for many years, we were dependent on manual screen printing, but surely we were also adding colours, bringing equipment to life. Protolab started its journey 35 years ago with 3 vacuum print tables and has grown with 15 manual tables still in operation, 18 semi-automatic machines and 3 Sakurai presses today. All in all we have no limitations to number of impressions and no compromise on registration, finish and quality.
We also have 4 jet dryers and 4 air circulating trolley size box ovens with 9 UV curing stations. USP of the Sakurai Machines is that they are speedy, efficient and sturdy. The Japanese technology enables perfection: “Print Perfect.”
Q: What returns do you expect on this investment by Protolab in the medium to long term ?
A: We commissioned our Sakurai machines in February 2020 and COVID was devastating, However by grace of God and strong support of our customers we are riding the wave of ‘Make in India’. Return on Investment or ROI for the Sakurai machines is typically 3-5 years; we should be looking at our next machine by the next year to augment capacities.
Q: What Is the USP or factors that set Protolab apart ?
A: At Protolab we just do not sell products, we craft solutions. We are there with our customers from concept thru completion. We are an indigenous company believing in the ‘Make in India’ dream and in adding value to whatever we make on behalf of our customers spread globally.
Q: How do you see the screen printing industry’s future and the role of Protolab going forward?
A: Well, AI is the new trend in all our aspects of life. Digital printing is widely replacing short and medium print runs. However industrial printing will prevail as screen printed components and now also printed electronics. The future is always bright and the rays always vibrant for there is always a vibrant rainbow to print.
Q: How would you describe your future vision for Protolab and the strategy for accomplishing the same?
A: Like they say, ‘Talk less, deliver more.’ We at Protolab believe in being responsible with our ideas. I (Innovations) D (Design best practices) E (Engineering 360 Degrees) A (Application Adaptability) S (Service and Sustainability). It’s the holistic approach responsibly and working with our TEAM to exceed our customers expectations. We look at the future colourfully, and look to succinctly blend line form and colour to craft the finest solutions. No ifs and no buts.
Q: What is the significance of the Sakurai Fully Automatic Flatbed Screen Printing Press for Protolab?
A: At Protolab, we continually strive to integrate the latest innovations to enhance our manufacturing processes and deliver exceptional quality to our clients. We are excited to highlight one of our key assets in our production line – Sakurai Fully Automatic Flatbed Screen Printing Press. This state-of-the-art machine is revolutionizing our dial printing capabilities with its unparalleled accuracy and efficiency. The Sakurai press features an advanced flatbed design that ensures consistent, high-quality prints at incredible speeds, making it ideal for applications such as automotive instruments, nameplates, decals, graphics, membrane switches and more.
Q: What are some of the key benefits it offers ?
A: The key benefits we are experiencing with the Sakurai press include:
1. Precision and consistency: Achieving flawless prints every time with advanced optical sensor alignment.
2. High-speed operation: Operating at 1000-1500 impressions per hour (IPH), significantly boosting our productivity.
3. Automated efficiency: Reducing setup time and minimising errors with its fully automatic features, it allows seamless transitions between different printing jobs.
Our dedication to maintaining LEAN, EHS and OHSAS compliance ensures that we not only meet but exceed TPM and TQM standards, providing our clients with the highest level of quality and reliability. We are proud to leverage such cutting-edge technology to stay ahead in the industry and continuously improve our production processes. We welcome customers to experience the future of dial printing with Protolab and the Sakurai Fully Automatic Flatbed Screen Printing Press !
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