PROTOS-M5 represents a new machine generation combining high output with high flexibility – producing up to 12,000 or 14,000 cpm.

The new zigzag feeder, cutting-edge automation and a fully twin track MAX with a patented sealed jet-gluing system for the tipping paper are the basis for an even higher quality standard. By reducing total waste, increasing the lifetime of wearing parts and adding a short tobacco recovery system, top quality cigarettes can be produced at even lower operating costs. And, in order to make the PROTOS-M5 into a real multi-brand maker, we have simplified conversion so that Quick Brand Change (QBC) or Quick Size Change (QSC) is performed within minutes. These innovative features, in addition to reduced operator workload and dramatically reduced noise levels of 78 dB(A) mean that PROTOS-M5 satisfies present and future market needs.

• Reliable yet gentle supply of filters with self-cleaning filter receiving station FILTROMAT-E.
• Quick Size Change (QSC) – A new cigarette format, ready to sell in just 60 minutes.
• Online laser perforation with LASER 400S-2 for highest ventilation degrees.
• BOB-ME for fully automated supply of cigarette and tipping paper.
• Temperature and position control system for perfect printmarks.
• ODM diameter control system.
• OTIS optical tipped cigarette inspection system.

PROTOS-M8 is the future orientated cigarette maker. It combines an output of up to 9 million cigarettes per 8-hour shift, with highest flexibility and easy operation.

Based on the successful PROTOS-M5 the M8 is also a real multi-brand maker with maximum reliability and lowest noise emissions. Quick Brand Change and Quick Size Change is performed within minutes.
The new feeder technology with zigzag stem separation in combination with the self-start rod maker and a modular designed MAX is the basis for the state-of-the-art machine. By reducing total waste and downtimes and adding a short tobacco recovery system enhanced quality cigarettes can be produced at lowest operation costs. These innovative features combined with customized options and reduced workload leads to complete satisfaction of present and future market needs.

• Reliable gentle supply of filters with self-cleaning filter receiving station FILTROMAT-E.
• Quick Size Change (QSC) – to a new cigarette format in less than 150 minutes from quality to quality.
• Quick Brand Change (QBC) – material change with the same cigarette format in less than 30 minutes.
• Online laser perforation with LASER 800S for a wide range and uniform degree of ventilation.
• BD with BOB-ME for fully automated supply of cigarette and tipping paper from bobbin palettes.
• Printer units with temperature and position control systems for perfect print marks.
• ODM – Optical Diameter Measurement for continuous online closed-loop control on both tobacco rods.
• OTIS – Optical Tipped Inspection System for detection of misshapen cigarette