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CITO Components &
Consumables

Precision equipment deserves precision components. BOBST partners with CITO, a century-old manufacturer, to ensure your tooling matches the performance of world-class technology.

The Partner Behind Your Performance

Your equipment is only as effective as the components and consumables that support it. BOBST strategically partners with CITO, a leading manufacturer with over 100 years of technical expertise in printing and paper converting, to deliver tooling solutions that match the precision and reliability of BOBST equipment. They deliver high-quality components and consumables for die-cutting, blanking, and stripping.

CITO’s commitment to quality perfectly aligns with BOBST’s standards. From ejection materials to application systems, CITO manufactures components using only premium-grade materials, ensuring your tooling system performs at the highest level. 

BOBST Certified Die-Makers trust CITO components because they’re specifically designed for the demanding requirements of modern packaging production, delivering the consistency and reliability that high-performance operations require.

Performance You Can Measure

Century-Proven Quality

  • With over 100 years of expertise, CITO has established itself as a leader in die-making and converting components. 

  • As an industry-leading manufacturer with global reach, CITO brings the same commitment to precision that defines BOBST equipment. 

Complete System Solutions

  • CITO's expertise spans the complete spectrum of printing, converting, and die-making needs through specialized product lines. 

  • BoxLine for converting consumables.  

  • FormLine for die-making components. 

  • PrintLine for printing applications.  

  • ProcessLine for process optimization.

Zero Compromise

  • CITO manufactures all components using only high-quality materials, with rigorous standards that match BOBST’s expectations. 

  • Engineered for today’s demanding production environments—supporting both short runs and high-volume operations.

Food-Safe Certified

  • CITO components accommodate maximum machine speeds and meet stringent food safety requirements where applicable. 

Premium Components That Deliver

CITO Polytop Ejection Material

High-performance ejection material specifically developed for rotary and flatbed die-cutting operations. 

 

Key Features:

  • Food contact certified. 
  • Color-coded by hardness for quick visual quality control. 
  • Special surface properties minimize ink absorption. 
  • Unlimited shelf life with ageing-resistant compound.
  • Suitable for highest print runs and maximum speeds.

 

Production Benefits:

  • Reduced waste and cleaner cut edges.
  • Extended intervals between changeovers.
  • Consistent performance across all run lengths.
  • Certified safety for food packaging applications.

CITO EasyFix Technology

Revolutionary self-adhesive application system that eliminates the need for superglue when attaching ejection materials and profiles to cutting dies. 

 

Key Features:

  • Self-adhesive system for fast, precise attachment. 
  • Residue-free removal without surface damage.
  • Available with Fingerlift option for easier handling.
  • 100% efficiency of rubber lining. 

 

Production Benefits:

  • Faster die preparation and changeover times.  
  • Enhanced workplace safety (eliminates chemical adhesives). 
  • Extended cutting die lifespan. 
  • Improved operator satisfaction.

CITO Ejection System

Comprehensive package combining high-value products for both flatbed and rotary cutting operations. 

 

System Advantages:

  • Integrated solution for complete ejection needs.
  • Consistent performance across flatbed and rotary applications.
  • Combines proven materials with modern digital support.
  • Optimized for BOBST equipment specifications.

Why the BOBST-CITO Partnership Matters

When BOBST selects a partner, we look for manufacturers who share our commitment to precision and reliability. CITO’s components are engineered to perform at the level BOBST equipment demands, no compromises, no shortcuts.

CITO components are developed with a deep understanding of how die-cutting and printing equipment operates. BOBST Certified Die-Makers rely on CITO supplies as part of their precision tooling systems, reflecting CITO’s ability to meet the exacting standards of the industry’s most demanding applications.

With global manufacturing excellence and local technical support, you get the responsive service that modern production operations require. 

Premium components. Proven performance. Partner confidence.

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