High Performance Splicing, Rewinding, and Tension Control Systems
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September 15, 2021
NC: What are the basic issues that cause the problem? GR: Printers and converters know that controlling tension in a web is essential to the quality of the finished product. Web tension problems can arise from several issues with the unwinding roll. These include deceleration, the action of splicing and acceleration of a new roll. Out-of-round or unbalanced rolls also cause tension disturbances, even during steady state unwinding.
November 12, 2020
Martin Automatic, the leading US manufacturer of unwind/splice and rewind technology for web fed applications has been recognized with a prestigious award for safety at its headquarters and manufacturing facility in Rockford, IL. The Security Insurance Company presented Martin with the 2020 Dale Sabers Safety Award based on various criteria, including workers' compensation claims that are below industry averages, and in-depth safety analysis performed by specialist consultants.
September 29, 2020
When the global pandemic prompted a nationwide lockdown in the UK, manufacturers of printed packaging found themselves under immediate pressure from customers to increase their output. With all restaurants, cafes, staff canteens and other food outlets being forced to close almost overnight, the pressure of increased demand at food retailers created a massive problem in the supply chain.
August 20, 2020
The recent installation of four Martin Automatic MBS splicers at Iconex in Morristown, Tennessee, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership of two market leaders - it also comes at a time when the world is witnessing one of the most widespread pandemics in history - one that has prompted a surge in demand for sanitizing and protective products.
June 11, 2020
In less than two decades, Reflex Labels has grown to nearly 20 locations across the UK with the stated goal of providing the highest quality labels in Britain. But tucked into a former warehouse space in its
January 21, 2020
Netherlands based label converter, Zolemba BV, has installed a Martin Automatic MBS unwind splicer to improve productivity at its plant in Haaksbergen. The MBS non-stop unit, which is fitted to a 530mm converting line that has two flexo print stations and two die cutting units, has made a significant difference to machine downtime for roll changes with the line typically running at 120m/min.
At the recently concluded Labelexpo in Brussels, Martin introduced a new feature to its MBS line of automatic butt splicers. The MBS is now available with a laser assist package to help the operator position the second-side tape with greater accuracy. For more information on the laser assist feature and other Martin products, please contact your Martin representative.
