Phillips, Wis. – March 22, 2018 – BW Papersystems recently achieved a milestone in the sheeting industry by selling the 50th eCon sheeter to a large paper mill in India. The eCon was introduced in 2014 and with its special design approach, high quality and low price, it has been an extremely successful addition to the extensive BW Papersystems range of sheeting solutions. With installations ranging from 16 in the USA, 14 in Latin America, 12 in Europe, 1 in Australia and 7 in Asia, the eCon has achieved global recognition.

The eCon sheeter is supplied in two main configurations offering features required for high-quality sheeting. Several key options enhance the two-web and four-web configurations.

The eCon features the industry leading MarquipWardUnited cross cut knife technology, which offers on-machine cross cut knife sharpening, low power consumption, and up to 1,000 gsm cross cut knife capacity. At 1,650 mm (65”) width and a maximum speed of 300 m/min., the eCon offers fantastic performance and value for customers with straightforward paper or board sheeting needs.

With an ever-growing demand for lower cost sheeting, the eCon provides a world class solution at an affordable price. Advanced techniques have been used to design a high quality, simple to use, reliable machine, that is truly flexible and trusted by general converters, folding carton printers and board mills alike.