Innovation without precedent.
Precision without compromise.
In digital printing, accuracy and performance are key to delivering results. Traditional belt systems – held back by mechanical tolerances – limit these goals.
That’s why Habasit created the Smart Printing Belt, a patented, end-to-end solution that redefines belt position measurement.
While leading printers manage ±50–150 µm belt position accuracy, the Smart Printing Belt achieves repeatable ±10 µm precision, thanks to a radical new measurement methodology.
Developed entirely in-house, this unique solution is real-time, reliable, and more accurate than anything else on the market. Ideal for complex designs on textiles, detailed ceramics, and wood, it ensures print stability, clean registration, and top-quality results – without the need for machine redesign.
10 Microns - How is That Even Possible?
Indirect belt position measurement
(the standard methodology)
- Printing belt
- Driver roller
- Rotary encoder
Indirect measurement with a rotary encoder often leads to inaccuracies caused by:
- Mechanical tolerances (gearbox play, motor play, roller runout)
- Belt-related challenges (tension, belt joint effect)
When print positions shift and registration becomes unreliable, every error impacts performance - especially on long print paths with multiple print bars and stations.
Direct belt position measurement
(with the Smart Printing Belt by Habasit)
- Smart Printing Belt
- Sensore head
- Embedded magnetic layer
- Driver roller
- Central processing unit
- Belt joint
Habasit Smart Printing Belt working principles
- Magnetic layer embedded inside the belt
- Four sensors mounted under or above the belt
- A processor calculates position in real time
- Digital twin model continuously updates via machine learning
- Standard output signals compatible with existing systems
How it works
By measuring position directly from the belt itself – thanks to a magnetically embedded layer and sensors feeding real-time data into a central processor – this system leverages a digital twin for instant modeling and correction.
The result? Industry-leading ±10 µm accuracy – with no moving sensor parts, no encoder drift, and no operator calibration required.Enjoy predictive intelligence and stability with perfect droplet placement, reduced setup times, and higher productivity – even in your most complex applications.
The advantages
- Eliminated inaccuracies caused by moving components
- Central processor with a self-learning digital twin that dynamically adjusts in real time
Key Benefits at a Glance
Repeat Accuracy
- No more seams and printhead overlaps
- Sharper, crisper details with sub-pixel precision – no banding or blurring
- Consistency in returning to the same position indefinitely
- Repeat accuracy over long runs exceeding 500 meters
Consistent Precision
- No manual recalibration required
- Automatic, continuous calibration
- Belt position adjusts to changing conditions without disrupting production
Reliability and Durability
- Direct belt position measurement, independent of moving parts
- Built on best-in-class Habasit Printing Belt technology
Easy Integration
- Integrates with new machines or retrofit systems – no redesign needed
- Sensors mount above or below the belt
- Belt can be joined directly on the machine, just like a standard belt
Cost Savings
- Reduced waste and rework
- Fewer errors = less scrap and ink waste
- Repeat accuracy ensures long-term process efficiency
Designed for High Performance Across Industries
Step into the next generation of digital printing with Habasit’s patent-protected Smart Printing Belt – created for industries where precision is essential.
Perfect for:
- Textile printing
- Ceramic tile decoration
- Cardboard & packaging graphics
- Wood-based & engineered panels
- Other high-resolution applications
With chemical resistance, thermal stability, and real-time calibration, the Smart Printing Belt is ready for the most demanding environments – and the most ambitious designs.
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