Thiekötter relies on sustainable cooling technology from technotrans for digital printing
Sustainable action and the efficient use of resources are fundamental values at Thiekötter Druck GmbH & Co. KG in Münster. With a corporate environmental protection system, the company pursues a holistic approach and consistently relies on state-of-the-art technology to minimise its carbon footprint. In terms of thermal management, Thiekötter therefore trusts in energy-efficient systems from technotrans. Now, the two partners are taking the next step: for its new HP Indigo 15K digital printing press, Thiekötter has become the first printing company to invest in the new generation of the technotrans ECOtec.chiller xtend with natural refrigerant.
Thiekötter Druck GmbH & Co. KG
Quality and tradition in the printing craft
Thiekötter Druck GmbH & Co. KG from Münster has stood for quality and tradition in the printing trade for over 140 years. The company is managed by Anja and Daniel Thiekötter in the fifth generation and produces packaging and promotional materials using offset and digital printing for renowned customers.
A key success factor is strategic flexibility and the early adaptation to market changes. As early as the beginning of the 2000s, Thiekötter invested in digital printing technologies to meet the growing demand for high-quality packaging and customised labels.
An important part of the company philosophy: sustainability and resource efficiency.
Thiekötter pursues the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030, relying on continuous optimisation and close collaboration with its partners.
The project// Thiekötter Druck GmbH & Co. KG has invested in the new HP Indigo 15K digital printing press to optimise its production processes. for more than 20 years, Thiekötter has relied on the energy-efficient cooling systems from technotrans. technotrans was once again on board from the outset as a reliable partner for this project. The latest technotrans technology, operating with natural refrigerant, is being deployed and thus contributes to the further reduction of the company's carbon footprint.
»When we were considering the acquisition of a new digital printing press, technotrans was once again our first point of contact.«
Daniel Thiekötter - Managing Director
Long-standing and trustful cooperation
Thiekötter and technotrans have been working together successfully for more than 20 years. This long-standing partnership is based on constructive and collaborative cooperation as well as regional proximity. particular appreciation is given to the reliable and energy-efficient systems from technotrans, which make a significant contribution to optimising the thermal management of the printing presses.
For its new HP Indigo 15K digital printing press, Thiekötter has become the first printing company to invest in the new generation of the technotrans ECOtec.chiller xtend with natural refrigerant. The close cooperation between the two companies enabled a precise adaptation of the cooling systems to Thiekötter's specific requirements.
During the project phase, technotrans carried out minor adjustments to the cooling solution to ensure optimal operating parameters. This intensive collaboration and continuous exchange led to the successful implementation of the new technology.
»The long-standing and trustful cooperation with technotrans is of great importance to us. Thanks to technotrans' innovative and energy-efficient cooling systems, we are able to further optimise our production processes and sustainably reduce our carbon footprint.«
Daniel Thiekötter - Managing Director
f.l.: Daniel Thiekötter (Managing Director Thiekötter Druck GmbH & Co. KG)
Peter Boecker (Director Division Print technotrans SE)
The technology
ECOtec.chiller xtend: efficient cooling technology for highest demands
The technotrans ECOtec.chiller xtend is an innovative cooling solution developed specifically for demanding applications in the field of liquid cooling. This technology is characterised by its high energy efficiency and environmental friendliness, as it operates with a natural refrigerant.
Advantages at a glance:
- Low vibration and quiet operation: The ECOtec.chiller xtend offers low-vibration and quiet cooling, ensuring stable and reliable performance.
- Power-controlled drives: Thanks to power-controlled drives, the system operates energy-efficiently at all times and adapts to current requirements.
- High-efficiency plate heat exchangers: The xtend series is equipped with high-efficiency plate heat exchangers, guaranteeing optimal heat transfer.
- Microchannel technology: This technology reduces refrigerant usage by up to 60 percent compared to conventional solutions, thereby lowering both environmental impact and operating costs.
- Automatic control: Depending on the ambient temperature, the device automatically regulates the system’s energetically optimal operating point, enabling energy savings of up to 30 percent.
Comprehensive commitment to sustainability and resource efficiency
Climate neutrality by 2030
As part of its corporate environmental protection system, Thiekötter continuously optimises its processes. Measures range from the use of FSC®-certified papers and 100 percent green electricity to printing inks based on renewable raw materials and the use of waste heat from printing presses for heating purposes. The printing company even offers its customers the option to offset the CO₂ emissions generated, enabling them to obtain a carbon-neutral printed product. Technology plays a central role in this:
»Our main focus is on efficient production. We rely on modern solutions in the field of measurement and control technology as well as peripheral equipment, " emphasises Thiekötter.
For a sustainable future
Use of natural refrigerant
Thiekötter has invested in the new generation of the technotrans ECOtec.chiller xtend with natural refrigerant. The natural refrigerant used is propane (R290), which has an exceptionally low global warming potential (GWP) of just 0.02. The use of propane significantly reduces the carbon footprint of the cooling technology. The utilisation of this natural refrigerant ensures the long-term legal compliance of the system and contributes to sustainable production by minimising environmental impact. Thanks to microchannel technology, refrigerant usage is reduced by up to 60 percent compared to conventional solutions. With a GWP value of only 0.02, propane represents a long-term and environmentally friendly solution for thermal management systems.
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