NEW Media Handling System | Eclipse ACU-APF
The Eclipse ACU-APF series is an inline roll media handling system designed to sit between a compatible digital label printer and an Eclipse finishing line. It helps keep the web running smoothly by managing roll capacity, maintaining stable media tension, and balancing output speed between print and finish. Two versions are available so you can match the unit to your printer platform, while keeping the same overall performance level across the range.
Machine Type: Inline roll media handling system
Model Options: ACU-APFe for Epson based printers, or ACU-APFm for Memjet based printers
Primary Purpose: Manage and buffer roll media between printer and finisher for a smoother print to finish workflow
Integration: Built to integrate with the Eclipse 220LAS laser lamination digital finishing machine to help maintain an optimised speed balance across the line
Blank Media Roll Capacity: Supports rolls up to 450 mm diameter, around 1000 linear metres of media to reduce roll changes and extend run times
Printed Media Buffer: Four stage accumulator to support smooth feeding and help maintain media tension between printing and finishing
Splicing: Standard splicing table for quick media joins, reduced waste, and faster changeovers
Media Handling: Standard soft feeding device to handle plain media gently, plus a standard media clamp for improved control and consistent feeding
Speed Control: Standard Eclipse 220 Laser Speed Controller to manage output speed and balance flow between the printer and Eclipse 220LAS laminator
Recommended For: Inline digital label production setups that need longer runs, fewer interruptions, and a more efficient handover from print to finishing
The Eclipse ACU-APF series brings smoother roll media control to digital label production. By managing the web between your printer and finisher, it supports a more streamlined print-to-finish workflow with less stop-start handling and more consistent roll processing.
Inline Media Handling for Print to Finish Label Production
If printing speed is not the issue but finishing is slowing you down, the ACU-APF helps bridge the gap. It is designed to support efficient roll media management between stages, helping you keep output moving through to finished rolls.
Choose ACU-APFe for Epson based label printer setups, or ACU-APFm for Memjet based setups. Both models are built to integrate into an inline label workflow alongside compatible finishing equipment, improving efficiency when scaling in-house production.
Machine Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
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Machine Type |
Media handling system |
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Model options |
ACU-APFe (Epson platform) or ACU-APFm (Memjet platform) |
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Purpose |
Inline media handling system for print-to-finish label workflows |
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Blank media |
Diameters up to 450mm, approx 1000 linear metres |
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Standard |
Splicing table, media clamp, soft feeding device and speed controller |
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Printed media |
Four stage accumulator |
Features & Benefits
The ACU-APF series is built to streamline roll handling, improve workflow efficiency and support consistent output across print and finish:
- Reduce manual handling between printing and finishing stages
- Support a smoother print-to-finish process for faster turnaround
- Improve repeatability by keeping roll media control more consistent
- Work with your printer platform with APFe or APFm options
- Build a more scalable inline workflow as production volumes increase
- Keep your finishing team focused on output, not managing reels
About Eclipse
Eclipse Label Finishing Equipment develops production-ready systems for digital label converting, including media handling solutions that support inline print and finishing workflows. The ACU-APF series is designed to help businesses run roll media more efficiently between printer and finisher stages.
What’s Included
When purchasing the Eclipse ACU-APF from YES Group, your package is designed to support a dependable inline workflow:
- Eclipse ACU-APF media handling system (ACU-APFe or ACU-APFm, as specified)
- Splicing table
- Soft feeding device
- Media clamp
- Speed control
- UK delivery to your site
- On site installation by a certified engineer
- Operator training at your site or at the YES showroom
- 12 month warranty as standard
- Workflow guidance for integrating printer, media handling and finishing equipment
- After installation help from the YES support team
UK Support, Training & Finance Options
Choosing YES Group means you have UK support behind your label production workflow from day one:
- UK delivery, installation options and operator training to match your site and workflow
- UK based technical support for setup, media handling and workflow questions
- Access to spare parts held in the UK through YES
- Finance options available (subject to approval)
We are here before, during and after installation to help you build a stable, repeatable print-to-finish workflow with Eclipse equipment.
Contact Us
If you would like help choosing the right Eclipse media handling setup for your workflow, our team is happy to advise.
Call 01623 863343 or email sales@yesltd.co.uk to discuss your requirements and book a demonstration.
About YES Group
YES Group supplies commercial print and finishing equipment across the UK, including label printers, finishers and workflow add-ons. We help you choose the right configuration, then back it up with training, installation options and UK-based support.