Packaging specialist Stempher from Rijssen intended to purchase a new flexo printing press and simultaneously expand its existing facility into a fully-fledged printing house. Cervitech was commissioned to manage the entire project, from purchase to delivery.

Because Stempher itself lacked the necessary capacity and technical expertise to manage the project from start to finish, it was decided to collaborate with Cervitech. After a constructive meeting with management, the project began. The project team consisted of employees from Stempher, Cervitech, and specialized subcontractors. Andries Kramer of Cervitech, who reported directly to Stempher management, managed the project.

Project approach

1. Preliminary phase

In the first phase, Stempher's wishes and requirements were translated into concrete specifications. This included:

• Analysis of current and future order flows
• Drawing up technical specifications for the new flexo printing press
• Vaststellen van specificaties voor alle benodigde randapparatuur, zoals:
  • Een sleeve-magazijn met tilhulpen
  • Platenplakapparatuur
  • Aanpassing van de naverbrander
  • Automatische pompsystemen voor oplosmiddelen
• Selection of suitable suppliers who could meet the technical requirements
• Visiting and testing equipment at suppliers (with demonstrations)
• Drafting purchasing advice and final purchasing decisions

With this, Cervitech laid a solid foundation for the next project phases.

2. Preparation

After purchasing the machines and equipment, a new layout was designed within an existing Stempher hall.
Together with the contractor, a construction plan was drawn up to make the hall suitable for the new printing house.

During this phase, a final project plan was also drawn up, with the delivery time of the flexo printing press serving as a guideline.
All parties involved were carefully coordinated to ensure that the hall was fully ready for the installation of the new press.

During the delivery time, Cervitech maintained tight progress control and monitored the delivery times of all suppliers.
Before the press was released for transport, the Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) were successfully carried out.

3. Realization

The implementation phase consisted of:

• Structural adjustments and installation of utilities
• Placement and installation of the new flexo printing press
• Integration of the peripherals
• Realization of the solvent station
• Connecting the systems to the afterburner
• Testing and commissioning of the complete installation

After installation, Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) were performed to verify the systems' operation. The project was completed on schedule, within budget, and according to specifications.

Result

Thanks to the close collaboration between Stempher, Cervitech and the suppliers involved, a modern, efficient and future-proof printing company has been created.
Stepher's management was very satisfied with the progress and outcome of the project.

Cervitech looks back with pride on this successful project — a fine example of our practical approach, technical expertise, and targeted project management.