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Metalbox Engineering the name CMBE in 1989 and kickstarted its progression in the can-making industry by introducing the renowned 5000 Bodymaker in 1991 . The company has since continued to unveil numerous ground-breaking machines , solidifying its reputation as a leading designer , developer , and manufacturer of highperformance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage , food , and aerosol cans .
One of CMBE ’ s recent inventions is the reformat Decorator ( Decorator ), a cuttingedge invention that incorporates quick change capabilities to reduce setup time and eliminate the need for tools where possible . The Decorator offers a wide range of impressive features which boast costsaving , efficiency-enhancing , and timesaving benefits . For instance , the machine ’ s direct drive servo motors reduce the cost of ownership and maintenance while its Servo Registration significantly decreases the manpower and time required to produce a can to an acceptable standard , all while enhancing registration accuracy . As a result , a single operator can register the plate cylinders directly from the Human-Machine Interface ( HMI ) panel instead of manually adjusting each one with the help of a colleague . But the Decorator ’ s key selling point lies in its incorporation of a variable speed ductor roller , enabling tool-free adjustments on the fly and quick change can carriers that facilitate swift and convenient mandrel trip for seamless changeovers . In other words , CMBE ’ s new and improved version of the Decorator gives the
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