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The Newsflash Newspaper Strapping Machine

For over ten years now Sterling Packaging Systems has been dedicated to the newspaper industry by engineering and building the most advanced strapping machines available. In addition to that we take pride in our customer service, parts availability and quality strapping material. The Newsflash is just another example of our dedication to this industry. It's the most technologically advanced strapping machine available today. Engineered for today's Mailroom needs and built to last well into the future.

Status Indicator Lights
  • L.E.D. Lights keep operators informed on the machines status

Touch Screen Diagnostics

  • Sets operational parameters springs and solenoids
  • Security codes for authorization
  • Troubleshooting

Simple Seal Head

  • Time tested and proven in the most demanding of industries
  • Minimal parts
  • Low maintenance

Centralized Controls

  • Easy access from either side of the machine

One piece Plastic Track

  • Eliminates many parts including springs and solenoids
  • Provides reliable strap feeds

Optional Dual Reel

  • True dual reel features that provides automatic change over
  • Less downtime during production

Extra Heavy Duty Construction

  • Built to withstand the most abusive mailroom environments

Servo Motor Drives Control

  • Feed and Retraction
  • Main Cam Shaft
  • Variable speed conveyor

Advantages Include

  • Maintenance free motors
  • Eliminates clutches and brakes
  • Less overall parts, less moving parts and less wear items
  • Less adjustments
  • More reliability
  • Variable speed conveyor for more flexibility

Standard Features

  • Conditioning - Dual infeed and exit with quick adjust
  • Backstops - Dual quick adjust
  • Press - Soft conforming
  • Automatic waist high strap loading
  • Quick change reel


SPECIFICATIONS:

Model: The Newsflash  
Production Rate: Up to 44 bundles per minute, 30 per minute double
Arch Opening: 20" x 18"
Strap Sizes: 5mm, 6mm, 6.5mm, or 7mm
Controls: Centralized
Voltage: 220/440 three phase power
Air Requirements: 20 SCFM at 90 PSI
Conveyor Speed: Variable 75-220 FPM
Tension: Fully adjustable range, with automatic low bundle minimum tension
Strap Feed: Automatic strap loading, waist high
Conveyor Height: 32" - 37"
Weight: 1,400 lbs.
Height: 60" - 65"
Width: 67"
Depth: 24 1/2"
Modular Options:
  • Dual strap reels with auto switching