V3 has added a Zünd M-800 cutting system to its equipment list, an acquisition that expands its capabilities in the digital finishing and production of specialty packaging, displays, POP and POS graphics, and more.

The 51-inch-by-31-inch cutter includes a conveyor that produces flat prototypes in a wide range of substrates and accommodates oversized (length) pieces. The integration of Ardensoft Impact CAD, the leading packaging structural design software, adds the capability of creating three-dimensional soft proofs prior to sample making.

Steve Alkazian, V3’s prepress supervisor, praises the Zünd for providing “superior cuts, shorter turnaround times and greater customization in design and materials at an affordable cost.” According to Alkazian, the greatest benefit is the system’s ability to create accurate, realistic prototypes prior to the die-making stage. He explains: “Our clients can see a sample in the actual material and make adjustments before creating the die. That way, they can spot and solve potential issues early in the process, save time and money in the long run, and ensure a quality final product.”