Interview with Simone Bonaria (COO of BFT Group) and Alberto Ferrara (CTO of BFT Group) at FEFCO 2025.
BFT Group stands out for its strong technological innovation and expertise in the flexographic printing sector, divided into two highly specialized entities: BFT Carbon, a leader in the production of carbon fiber doctor blade chambers, and BFT Flexo, an expert in automatic washing and inking systems. With a wide range of solutions covering every aspect of flexographic printing, BFT is synonymous with quality, precision, and efficiency.
Not only is BFT known for the quality of its products, but it is also a benchmark in the retrofit world, offering solutions designed not only for new installations but also for those looking to modernize their existing machines, extending their productive life and taking them to new performance levels. Each system is designed to fit into compact spaces, ensuring easy, fast, and hassle-free maintenance.
At the FEFCO trade fair, the doctor blade chamber for the BOBST 8.20 was presented with great success. If you use a BOBST 8.20, BFT Carbon has the ideal solution for you: a well-stocked inventory of carbon fiber doctor blades, all ready for immediate shipping with no long wait times. The real advantage lies not only in the quality of the carbon fiber but also in the speed of delivery and the immediate availability of the product.
Also presented at the event was the GT CORR washing and inking system, developed specifically for the corrugated cardboard industry. This system, featuring a dual pneumatic pump controlled digitally via PLC, guarantees a constant, stable, and adjustable flow, ensuring optimal performance even in the most demanding working conditions.
Our approach goes beyond providing high-quality products; we aim to offer complete solutions. We start with direct dialogue with operators to understand their specific needs and tailor our solutions to meet real-world demands. Our technologies not only reduce production costs but also significantly improve working conditions and overall work quality.
For instance, manually cleaning a heavy doctor blade can be difficult and time-consuming. With our system, it’s as simple as pressing a button: no mess, no effort. Furthermore, standard doctor blade chambers are often heavy and require the help of two or more operators to move them. Our carbon fiber doctor blade chambers, lightweight and easy to handle, eliminate the need for an additional operator or equipment like forklifts. This is yet another clear example of how our technology truly makes a difference.
The BFT Carbon and BFT Flexo systems, while delivering exceptional results when used individually, achieve truly flawless performance when combined.
With BFT Group, every installation is a true success for you, making every process more efficient, faster, and above all, safer.
Reporting by Igor Tkalenko – corruga.expert
