Imprenta boosts production efficiency with Summa F Series and S Series cutters

Belgian printing company Imprenta has built its reputation on speed, service, and worry-free solutions for customers across Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and France. To support its growth, the company invested in Summa’s cutting solutions, including the versatile F1612 flatbed cutter and the S Class 3 160T roll cutter. With these systems, Imprenta has increased efficiency, expanded production capacity, and ensured the flexibility required to handle a wide variety of applications.

Imprenta: where speed meets creativity

Founded in 1982, Imprenta is a full-service printing company with a team of 20 employees. The company specializes in fast turnaround and reliable customer service. Its portfolio includes a wide range of print and finishing services, supported by six large-format printers (Epson, HP, and Canon).

“Speed and service are at the core of what we do. Our customers rely on us for high-quality results without delays, and our cutting equipment needs to match that standard,” says Steven Vollebergh, CEO of Imprenta.

The challenge: scaling operations

As customer demand grew, Imprenta needed cutting equipment that could:

• Handle diverse applications: from glass films and vinyl to print foils and occasional milling work.

• Increase productivity: by reducing manual labor and speeding up workflows.

• Deliver consistent quality: every job needed to meet professional finishing standards, regardless of material.

The company’s older Summa S Class 140 cutter had already proven its durability by running flawlessly for 15 years. Building on that positive experience, Imprenta looked at the next generation of Summa technology to scale its operations.

The solution: F Series & S Class 3

Imprenta invested in two Summa F1612 flatbed cutters (2017 and 2021) and one S Class 3 160T roll cutter (2023). The F Series flatbed cutters provide unmatched versatility, handling both roll and board workflows with precision tools for kiss-cutting, V-cutting, creasing, milling, and more. The S Class 3 roll cutter brings the precision of flatbed cutting to roll media, with tangential cutting technology, smart paneling, and OPOS technology that boosts speed and efficiency.

“The F1612 cutters are so versatile that they can replace the work of one full-time operator. For us, the ROI is clear: one flatbed cutter equals one person,” explains Steven Vollebergh.

The impact: from workflow gains to business growth

By integrating Summa cutters, Imprenta has achieved:

• Workflow efficiency: Automated features and versatile tooling significantly reduce manual handling.

• Increased capacity: The cutters expand production capabilities, enabling the company to serve more clients without adding often hard-to-find staff.

• Reliable performance: With multiple Summa systems running daily, Imprenta benefits from the same reliability that made its original S Class cutter indispensable.

• Business growth: Expanded capacity and faster turnaround strengthen customer satisfaction and attract new business.

“The machines allow us to meet customer demand quickly and consistently. They’ve definitely contributed to our growth,” Steven Vollebergh confirms.

The future

With its current setup, Imprenta has built a strong foundation for the future. With its combination of Summa flatbed and roll cutters, the company is well positioned to continue delivering top-quality results across its markets.