WINDMÖLLER & HÖLSCHER machines used for sale

Windmöller & Hölscher is a manufacturer of blown film and flat film extrusion lines, flexographic and rotogravure printers, film converting machines, paper converting machines, and bag making machines. Of German origin, it is a company with an international presence today. Windmöller & Hölscher machines have a great penetration in the flexible packaging industry.
MachinePoint has used Windmöller & Hölscher machines for sale of the following types: used CI flexo printing presses, used plastic mono extruders, used plastic coextruders, bag making machines, film converting machines, used flat film extrusion lines, used film rewinders, used bag making machines.

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WINDMOLLER-&-HOLSCHER Machines sold in the past:


Material width min. 750 mm Machine speed max. 500 m/min . Materials to be processed LDPE, PP, PA 20 - 150 micras HDPE, OPP 12 - 100 micras Composite films up to 150 micras Paper 30 - 120 g/m² PET, OPA, BOPP 10 - 30 micras Unwinding Winding type NON-STOP for shaftless operation Roll width max. 1,320 mm Roll diameter max. 1,016 mm Roll weight 1,240 kg Inner core diameter 70 / 76 mm Sleeve outer diameter min. 90 mm Web tension range 25 - 300 N Underfloor roller lift for unwinding without axes Rewinding Winding type NON-STOP for shaftless operation Roll width max. 1,320 mm Roll diameter max. 1,016 mm Roll weight max. 1,240 kg Core diameter 70 / 76 mm Web tension range without slitter operation 25 - 350 N with longitudinal cutter operation 40 - 350 N Underfloor roller lift for unwinding without axes Control Procontrol W&H WEB - VIDEO BST Viscosimeter Bloss Printing unit Inking units with Turboclean 8 Print monitoring Mirror drum device: for visual print image and quality monitoring of the running materials Pre-treatment AFS unit after rewinding, to generate a surface tension of a surface tension of 38 - 44 mN/m (dyn) Edge suction device with adjustable suction nozzles and injector tubes Accessories Longitudional cutting unit 15 Anilox pieces 110l/cm 60° 110l/cm 60° 140l/cm 60° 220l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 250 l/cm 60° 360 l/cm 60° 360 l/cm 60° 460 l/cm 60° 4 additional doctor blades 2 x 6 inch winding shafts 2 x 3 inch winding shafts 8 x supply and return nozzles for paint buckets 16 stainless steel paint containers (volume: 15 liters)
OPTIMEX coex 3 layer blown film line, working width 2200 mm for the production of laminating film Extruder combination 70/90/70.30D Extruder A: 70.30D - outer layer screw speed up to 180 rpm three-phase drive, 82 kW Extruder B: 90.30D - core layer screw speed up to 140 rpm three-phase drive, 104 kW Extruder C: 70.30D - inner layer screw speed up to 180 rpm three-phase drive, 82 kW Gravimetric dosing units Inoex: continuous gravimetric dosing of one primary component per extruder, extendable to a maximum of 5 side components (secondary and additive components) per extruder: Output control (weight-per-meter method) via RPM adjustment of the extruder screw. Configuration A 1 secondary component+ 2 additive components B 1 secondary component+ 1 additive component C 1 secondary component + 2 additive components Die type 315/500-3-P2K Die diameter 500 mm with die gap width 1,25 / 2,25 mm Multi-level IBC Air ring MULTICOOL 1700 with auto-center capability independent of temperature Profile control OPTIFIL P2K: adjustment of melt temperature in the air ring for quick and precise control of the film thickness tolerances and integration with the OPTIFIL - PLUS modular process automation system Film width 900-2200 mm Haul-off width 2200 mm Line speed max. 150 m/min Film sizing and stabilizing cage with coated CFRP rollers; working width: 550 - 2200 mm MODULE K contact-type capacitive profile gauge FILM HAUL-OFF SYSTEM: reversing, working width: max. 2200 mm Web center guide E+L, 2200 mm, 2 ultrasonic sensors , electronic sensing system, rotating frame Corona treater type L for two-sided treatment of the collapsed tubular film, working width max. 2200 mm, power output: max. 12 kW Film gauge for LDPE, LLDPE 20 – 250 my Back to back FILMATIC O - DUAL winder: surface driven. Max. reel diameter mm 1200 Tower
Installed mid 2015 Earliest Pick up February PRINTABLE MATERIALS ·LDPE, PP 20-200 microns ·HDPE, OPP 12-100 microns ·Laminated films up to 150 microns ·Paper g/m2 30 - 120* ·PET, OPA, BOPP 10-30 microns *Note: When processing paper of up to 120 gsm, the maximum web width can be run only with increased web tension of 450 N. Drying system: Indirect - hot water Designed as a two-circuit recirculating air system for increase of solvent vapour level in exhaust air, type W&H ENPRO Max printing speed: 600m/min Automatic non-stop flying splice shaftless unwinder, Max diameter 1000mm - Central Drive controlled 4 automatic chucks to accept the material rolls for a core of 70mm Chuck adapters for a core of 76mm 2 Pairs of chuck adapters for shaftless unwinder for 150/152mm core 2 Pairs Adaptors for smaller rolls width to reduce the roll width by 400mm Designed for production speed of 600m/min with TESA EASY SPLICE Min web width of 1150mm Roll Lifting Table Automatic non-stop flying splice shaftless rewinder with trim and inline cut (Universal Longitudinal Slitter for a max of 5 cuts ) depending on material prepare Max 1000mm diameter rolls - Central Drive controlled Edge Trim cutting device for the universal slitter to seam the web on both sides for a trim up to 30mm Corematic for automatic roll handling & core loading (3‘&6’' with hotmelt tank gluing) with core magazine El. pneumatic tension control / dancer Web guide before the printing BST Anti-Static rods installed before the first printing deck Single side corona treater AFS without skipping , for non- metallized and metallized films Ink Pumps: 10pcs, Turboclean Advanced E Web Viewing System: AVT ‘ARGUS’ (partial & 100%) 2018 instead of original BST ‘iPQ’ View system Automatic Register, Easyset S & Easyset HD &Easy Reg D. Proof printing system for adjustment of plate cylinders and anilox rolls Web guide prior to rewind Line Scanner for web guiding prior to rewind Viscocontrol:fully automatic viscosity control before and during the printing Integrated in the Turboclean Adv. inking system. Vista-Port change system for the shafts with sleeves. Magazine , to store and prepare plate mandrels and anilox rollers for the next job also during production -23 positions for the plate cylinders and sleeves and anilox rolls -6 sleeves change stations to provide the plate cylinder mandrels with sleeves Web thread-up chain for reverse side web inspection on the drive side. manually operated Procontrol TS ELTAINER Anilox: 29, Apex GTT Sleeves: 5 sets (10x) of sleeve cylinders 440/600/760/920/1080 527 sleeves (560-1110) Power requirement Connected load kVA300 Additional connected load with electric ink pumps KVA 20 Chill water requirement Chill roll (each roll) appr. m3/h1,5 Temperature control unit max. m3/h 4,0 Compressed Air requirement Pressure (above atmosphere) kPa 600
Automatic shaftless turret unwinder for 1.000 mm. reels. Automatic shaftless turret rewinder for 1.000 mm reels. BST web guide before and after printing. Mechanical Speed 400 meters per minute. EASY SET system for fast and automatic positioning of anilox rollers and plate cylinders during the printing start-up process. EASY REG system for fast and automatic register adjustment. PROCONTROL control system. Video camera BST "IPQ" FULL INSPECTION year 2022. INK SPEC automatic viscometers. TURBO CLEAN automatic cleaning system. 08 ceramic anilox sleeves. 08 cliché holder sleeves
Max. mechanical speed: 150 m/min Single unwinder and rewinder, manual change Max. reel diam. 760 mm 2 Shafts diam 76 mm CS5 Video camera 4 electrical pumps Corona treatment Sleeves. 4x 400, 4x 390, 4x 500, 4x 450, 4x 480, 4x 560 4x 600, 4x 620, 4x 420 Prinitng cylinders 1x 300, 4x 360, 4x 400, 4x 540 Anilox: Quantity x lineature l/cm 4x 370 2 x 120 2 x 80

Learn more about WINDMÖLLER & HÖLSCHER and its machinery



Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) was founded in 1869 by Hermann Hölscher and Gottfried Windmöller in Lengerich, Germany. The company began by manufacturing machines for producing paper sacks and has evolved over the years to include film extrusion, printing, and converting technology for flexible packaging. Key milestones in W&H's history include:
  • 1948: Introduction of the first flexographic printer.
  • 1967: Development of the first blown film extruder.
  • 1982: Launch of the first gearless flexographic printer.
  • 1995: Introduction of the "PROCONTROL" automation system to enhance efficiency and precision.
  • 2000: Expansion with new offices and plants in North America.
  • 2012: Development of "Filmex" technology for high-barrier film production.
  • 2021: Implementation of advanced digital solutions for Industry 4.0 in their machines and systems.
  • W&H machines are capable of producing a wide variety of products, such as:
  • Plastic films for flexible packaging.
  • Paper and plastic sacks and bags.
  • Labels and food packaging.
  • Industrial and consumer packaging.
  • Technical laminates and barrier films.
  • W&H incorporates several advanced technologies in its machines:
  • Gearless Technology: Improves precision and efficiency in flexographic printing.
  • Blown Film Extrusion Technology: Produces high-quality films with specific properties.
  • Automation and Control: Advanced systems to enhance productivity and quality.
  • Sustainable Packaging Technology: Solutions that reduce waste and use recyclable materials.
  • In the industry, W&H machines are also known as:
  • Flexographic presses.
  • Film extrusion equipment.
  • Printing and converting machines.
  • Flexible packaging systems.
  • The price of used WINDMÖLLER & HÖLSCHER (W&H) machinery varies widely due to the diverse range of equipment the brand offers. W&H is renowned for its high-quality machinery used in the flexible packaging and converting industries.
    For example, used W&H laminators, loop handle bag making machines, and winders for extruded film typically range between €30,000 and €40,000. These machines are essential for various production processes, providing reliable performance and efficiency at an affordable cost. They are ideal for businesses looking to enhance their production capabilities without making a substantial financial commitment.
    On the higher end, used W&H rotogravure printing machines and flexo printing machines have average prices ranging from €250,000 to €450,000. These printing machines are critical for high-quality printing on flexible packaging materials. The price reflects the advanced technology and high-speed capabilities of these machines, which ensure superior print quality and productivity, making them indispensable for large-scale printing operations.
    At the top of the price spectrum, used W&H coextrusion lines can exceed €700,000. These sophisticated lines are designed for the production of multi-layer films, offering exceptional performance and versatility. The high cost reflects the advanced technology and substantial production capacity of these lines, which are crucial for meeting the demands of industries requiring high-performance packaging solutions.

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