The new machine joins the ranks between the Speedmaster SM 102 and Speedmaster CD 102 with a maximum speed of 13,000sph and 15,000sph respectively, and the Speedmaster XL 105 with a maximum speed of 18,000sph.

Heidelberg says the press offers the perfect solution for every press speed and level of productivity. The Speedmaster CX 102 addresses both commercial and packaging printers and can be ordered as of Ipex 2010.

The company says it has incorporated peak performance technology from the Speedmaster XL 105 into the design of the CX 102. In addition to familiar XL technologies such as the automated Preset Plus Feeder and Delivery and dynamic sheet brake, components such as the gripper system and cylinder bearings – which were previously available exclusively for the XL platform – are now also incorporated for the first time.

Stephan Plenz, member of the Heidelberg management board says, “Thanks to the host of innovations and new maximum speed, the Speedmaster CX 102 is an interesting option for anyone who is impressed with the XL technology and wants to combine it with the benefits of the CD 102 platform.”

He continues, “The Speedmaster CD 102, CX 102 and XL 105 machines are enabling us to achieve a high level of market coverage worldwide and to offer our customers an optimum combination of price and performance.”

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