Research & Technology Center - Continuous Unwind and Winding Lab
| Typical Specifications | |
| Widths | 100 to 208 inches / 2540 to 5283 mm |
| Line Speeds | 1500 to 2000 fpm / 457 to 610 mpm |
| Tension Range | 0.1 to 0.5 pli / 17 to 87 n/m |
| Winder Diameter | 4 to 36 inches / 100 to 914 mm |
Continuous Unwind and Winding Lab
Take your process
to a new level in our Continuous Unwind and Winding Lab where you
can use our pilot line to evaluate different methods of unwinding,
rewinding, and automatic transfer. In the unwinding section, you'll
find the Accutail III, which delivers high-speed splicing up to a
maximum line speed of 3000 fpm (915 mpm). The Accutail IIIT is capable
of tracking the splice as it leaves the unwind and opening nips and
initiating the winder transfer sequence at appropriate times. Then
there's the Tail-TaperT. Its automatic splice tape-down technology
ensures that no flapping tails exist - even when handling thick laminated
products.
In the winding section, you'll see technology that delivers efficient
and cost-effective roll changes, dual direction winding capabilities,
and our patented Stationary Knife Roll Changer - the only system that
allows for continuous, safe roll changes at regular operating speeds
while reducing or eliminating fold-back at the core.
The Liquid Coating Production Lab is the perfect place to test formulations, determine methodologies, perfect techniques, develop new products and take your process to the next level.
In our extrusion coating lab, you'll find the production scale equipment you need to experiment with new materials and test new processes.
The 7,400 square-foot technical center in Pawcatuck, CT is a testing ground for new products, screw designs and machine capabilities.
