Bikoma, a German-based producer of machinery and equipment for the disposable hygiene industry, recently released its new state-of-the art DEDE 400 machine.

The DEDE 400, now equipped with the most modern equipment, is designed to produce both sanitary napkins and panty liners up to 2000 products per minute.

As the world’s leading cross-directional machine for producing panty liners and sanitary napkins, the DEDE 400 has been improved by the recent redesign. Now, the production capacity, technical reliability and efficiency combined with an affordable price make the DEDE 400 the smart choice for feminine care production.

“This redesign demonstrates the outstanding strategic fit of the joint capabilities of our Joa and Bikoma brands,” says Mike Brookins, executive vice president of Curt G. Joa, Inc. “Joa technology enables Bikoma to utilize the outstanding technical features of their machines for customers engaged in regional markets. This allows Curt G. Joa, Inc. to serve additional customer markets without compromising on quality.”

Bikoma’s DEDE 400 now offers technology to produce a premium product, including: Soft sides (improves leakage protection and comfort); flexibility for airlaid and/or fluff core; and topsheet flexographic printing.

The DEDE 400 also underwent advancements to decrease the machine’s size and increase its efficiency including: an elevated platform for storage of electrical cabinets; compact size, small footprint (17 meters); cross-directional production (high output with low web speeds); and only one operator required.