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 used:PET / PET met. / OPP / OPP met. / PE-MDO / cellophane Material thicknesses used from 12microns Max. mechanical speed 400m/min Average production speed 250m/min Average production output 15,000m/h Turret unwinder and rewinders Max. core width 1,270mm Max. outer roll diameter unwinder 800mm Max. outer roll diameter rewinder 1,000mm Max. roll weight unwinder 1,000kg Inner core diameter unwinder 152 or 76mm Corona pre-treatment AFS BST Web guide units after unwinder and before rewinder Viscosity control 100 % camera FUTEC Control Unit The machine is offered with various anilox rollers, adapters, cooling unit but without printing sleeves. Anilox rollers length 1,346 mm diameter 159.15 mm Anilox dimensions: 80 / 100 / 120 / 160 / 260 / 340 / 360 / 420 / GTTS
    Blown film extrusion plant for 3-layer FFS film Extruders 60/70/60.30 D PIOVAN MDW gravimetric dosing units with 6 stations each dosing unit divided 3 raw materials (large) and 3 additives (smaller) Type B 160 / 250 - 3 - P2 head with 180 mm die plate, 1.8 mm gap Modular cooler for inner and outer bubble air Calibrating device for working width from 200 to 800 mm double plate Automatic thickness control system Rotating haul off FILMATIC K automatic single reel winder Reel diameter: max. mm 1500 Modular automation optifil - plus -capacitive thickness measurement - width measurement and adjustment - gravimetric flow rate adjustment Film thickness (LDPE, LLDPE) mm 0.020-0.250 (HDPE) mm 0.008-0.100 Tower, printing press and embosser not included
    Extruders 90/120/90 mm 30D Die head 450/630-3 with internal heating and thickness regulation system OPTIFIL P3 . Die plate 630 mm, die gap 1,25/2,25 mm Air Ring multicool Calibration basket Nostic Aircage Multinip rotating haul off, speed up to 200 mt/min 3 gravimetric dosing units 1+5 elements Heat exchangers Web guide Thickness and width control system Double automatic rewider Filmatic, diam max reel 1200 mm for shafts 3¨& 6¨. Available 6x152 mm Film width 1485-2600 mm Materials LDPE, LLDPEμm 20 – 250 HDPEμm 8 – 100 Tower not included Availability July/August 2025
    Materials: PE, CPP, BOPP, PET Ink type: Solvent based Mechanical speed: 400 m/min Unwinder type: Turret Rewinder type: Turrret Shaftless Corona treatment: No Tape thickness: 0.5 mm Drying system: hot water radiators (around 85 °C) Web guide prior and after the printing unit Portalift for sleeves changing. Pre-programmable. Ink pumps and ink containers included. (16 pumps and 8 containers.) Viscosity control Web video camera BST The second identical machine WINDMÖLLER & HÖLSCHER Astraflex is available for sale at the same price. Year of manufacture: 1997. List of Aniloxes and Sleeves for the two machines: Aniloxes: Screen size L/cm / Volyme cm3/m2 360 / 4,1 360 / 4,5 360 / 4,3 360 / 4,1 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 420 / 3,8 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 220 / 6,5 275 / 7,2 320 / 5,8 320 / 5,8 320 / 5,8 140 / 9,5 140 / 9 140 / 9,5 140 / 9,5 120 / 12,5 120 / 12,5 100 / 14,5 Sleeves: Сarriers: 17x290 8x300 8x310 8x320 16x330 8x340 24x350 22x360 Сarriers: 17x360 24x370 16x380 24x390 16x400 30x410 16x410 30x420 16x430 Сarriers: 17x430 16x430 15x440 24x450 16x460 8x470 16x480 8x490 8x500 8x500 Сarriers: 17x500 8x500 16x510 8x520 8x530 16x530 16x540 16x550 8x560 Сarriers: 17x570 8x570 24x580 16x590 8x600 8x620 8x630 0x640 8x660 8x670 8x690 8x700 8x720 4x820.
    Production speed: max.150m/min Winding mode: Surface / gap winding Film thickness: LDPE, LLDPE: 0.010 — 0.250mm HDPE: 0.008 — 0.100mm Roll diameter: max. 800mm Winding shafts: 6", pneumatic tensioning Core inner diameter: 76 / 152mm Core outer diameter: min. 85 / max. 195mm Web tension — draw feed: 30 — 500N Web tension — slitter: 30 — 350N Web tension prior to the winder position: 30 — 350N Contact pressure of lay—on roller at film roll: 40 — 650N Operating modes: fully automatic splicing on reaching set meter-age or on reaching set minimum roll diameter Expander roller: adjustable banana spreader roller Longitudinal slitting: between 2 rollers using blades Cross cutting during splicing: draw blade, pneumatically operated

    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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