GARDEN GROVE, California – January 2024 – MediaOne USA proudly introduces the latest innovation in textile cutting technology – the Matic Helios Plus. Unveiling a cutting-edge solution for large and grand format fabric printing, the HELIOS PLUS is meticulously designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and deliver unparalleled precision.
Time-Saving Design
The HELIOS PLUS is engineered to optimize time and cost for print service providers operating on a large scale. Equipped with a specially developed scanning system, the machine scans the entire bed within a remarkable 4 seconds before initiating the cutting process.
High-Speed Conveyor Belt System
Featuring a high-speed conveyor belt system, the Helios Plus advances fabric seamlessly, ensuring a flat surface without waves. This not only limits operator involvement but also guarantees an accurate cut every time.
Automated Precision
The machine’s intelligent software automatically compensates for shrinkage and distortion, eliminating the need for manual measurements. Fabrics are precisely cut to size with sealed edges, preventing fraying.
Key Features
The Matic Helios Plus offers the following:
- Laser power adjustable according to fabrics
- High-speed conveyor belt system
- Scanning system in the cutting bridge
- Unassisted operation
- Motorized unwinding and edge control
- Intelligent software – Compensates for shrinkage and cuts on size
- Versatile scanning system – will cut according to registration marks or by scanning a printed contour
- Self-alignment during the loading process of the roll
- Integrated smoke vacuum system
- Low cost of operation and maintenance
- Remote assistance for quick troubleshooting
- Safety barriers
- Extension table to pick up the cut pieces
- Roll-up device
Technical Specs
The Matic Helios Plus specifications are:
- Fully automatic laser cutter
- Available widths: 3.3m and 5m (130″ and 197″)
- Cutting length: 3.3m (130″)
- Cutting speed: up to 1.5 linear meters per second (60″ per second)
- Laser power: 120 W – air-cooled (no maintenance)
- Scanning speed: up to 1m per second (3.2ft per second)
According to Bill Day, Media One’s National Equipment Sales Manager, “Our new Matic Helios Plus is feature rich and was developed for industrial textile applications. When you add the fact that our lasers are truly maintenance free and last longer than water cooled systems, there is no real competition for this unit.”
Availability
The Matic Helios Plus is now shipping and available from MediaOne USA.
