Oosterhout, April 2016
- EAE
Engineering Automation Electronics GmbH of Ahrensburg (Germany) will take
advantage of Drupa 2016 to open a new chapter in the development of control
consoles for newspaper presses. The supplier of controls and automation
solutions for the graphic arts industry will show a pioneering concept for the
central operating unit which controls a web press: the EAE Desk 7. The new
press command center combines a clear, light and dynamic design with
exceptional robustness. The software for the new control console runs on the
Windows 10 operating system.
Simplified operation, optimal process visualization
The EAE Desk 7 (the “7” stands for the 7th generation of control console
technology made in Ahrensburg) represents a clear commitment to touch
operation. Touch screens in portrait format are set into the workspaces on
either side of the desk and commands are executed using soft keys rather than
membrane keys. The proven ink zone keyboard, which supports variable web widths
and web sections, has been retained. The entire desk surface has been given a
tempered glass protector, which is significantly easier to clean due to the
lotus effect.
The central, high res (4K) monitor in a curved design above the proof
copy area is an eye catching feature measuring 1.4 m (55 inches) diagonally.
User interface views such as a web press overview, inking and dampening
settings, etc. can be selected from this monitor. This production information
is visible to the operator from a straight-ahead angle in the spacious cockpit.
Furthermore, double-spread newspaper content can be soft-proofed on the large
monitor without any problems. A scrolling function is provided for moving
quickly from one page to another.
The control console makes an overall more harmonious impression because
there are now fewer monitors on the desk and the operator’s field of vision has
been optimized. EAE’s development team attached considerable importance to
ergonomic aspects throughout. The desk elevation can conveniently be adjusted by motorized
control to adapt to the individual operators, a footrest is also integrated.
There are trays above the touch screen for storing order documents, etc. The
closed cabinet in the base frame which is familiar from previous console
generations has plenty of space for the control console PC and other computer
hardware.
“The EAE Desk 7 reflects our pledge to drive more innovations for the
newspaper printing industry in the future. Our new control console helps
control the web press more efficiently and gives printers a better picture of
press settings and running processes”, says Werner Ringel, EAE’s Managing
Director.
The EAE Desk 7 will be on show at Drupa at the joint EAE and Q.I. Press
Controls booth (Hall 16, Stand A16). Visitors will have a chance to experience
the modern touch operation in realistic simulations upfront of the official EAE
Desk 7 launch, which is scheduled for mid-2017.
