Wisconsin Oven Corp.
East Troy, WI 53120
Apr 13, 2005 With heating capacity of 200 kW, WebDryer/IR/E dries moisture on steel web ranging from 1/8–½ in. thick and running up to 200 fpm. Three zones provide uniform heat across web and can be turned off when drying smaller web widths. Featuring tongue and groove panel construction with 6 in. of insulation, oven uses medium-wave, rapid response heaters and can operate coil temperatures up to 2,000°F. Unit is rated for 200–600°F and is mounted on casters.

Hardy Instruments, Inc.
San Diego, CA 92123 1825
Nov 05, 2004 Suited for web and strand processing applications, controller uses strain gage and LVDT load cells to measure actual tension of product. It comes with dual 4-20 ma output and Ethernet TCP/IP interface, and features WAVERSAVER, which ignores machine vibration to provide accurate signal; C2 electronic calibration; and automatic backup of configuration data. Users can interact with process via keypad, plant network, Palm PDA, or over plant network.

AccuWeb, Inc.
Madison, WI 53707
Sep 07, 2004 Utilizing 4 ultra-high intensity LED light sources, AccuBeam® II recognizes and guides any printed line or pattern regardless of color or surrounding graphics. To compensate for different reflective qualities of matte, glossy, or holographic webs, unit provides 3 projection ports. A 20 MHz microprocessor performs frame-by-frame analysis of captured images to optimum scanning accuracy. Up to 25 settings can be stored in non-volatile memory and recalled.

AccuWeb, Inc.
Madison, WI 53707
Jun 02, 2004 WideArray™ Edge Detector detects web edges passing through 18.4 in. wide edge detection range. When positioned on opposite sides of web in center guiding mode, detection range is doubled, providing 36.8 in. fully compensated detection. Wide detection range allows operators to change guide point or web width without manual adjustment. Detector is available in ultrasonic and infrared models.

ITC Mfg. Inc.
Phoenix, AZ 85009
Mar 17, 2004 Hanita square- and ball-nosed end mills, designed for mold and die machining, cut materials such as graphite and steels hardened to 60 Rockwell C at speeds to 150 m/min. Offered in 4 series, Diamond Like Coating or TiAIN coatings are available. Hanita Vision end mills, designed for machining hardened steels up to 67 Rockwell C, operate at speeds to 200 m/min. They give surface finish of 63Ra and come in sizes from 4–25 mm dia with length of cut from 8–45 mm.

AccuWeb, Inc.
Madison, WI 53707
Mar 17, 2004 Suited for printing, coating, and laminating operations that require spark-free environments, brushless web guide actuator directs electrical current to motor windings electronically. Design creates no sparks and reduces maintenance by eliminating need for brush replacement. It interfaces with Micro 4000® NET network-compatible controller and compensated array edge detectors.

Davis-Standard Corp.
Pawcatuck, CT 06379-2313
Feb 20, 2004 Horizontal 3-roll stack allows for casting, laminating, and sheet processes due to its ability to integrate different payoffs and winders. Machine is available in sizes from 12–30 in. wide, with single- and twin-screw extruders, in single- and multi-layer configurations. Each roll is independently servo driven, with precise roll dimensions and roll gaps available. Unit is suited for use by processors of complex applications requiring low melt-strength materials.

Contech
Goddard, KS 67052
Dec 10, 2003 Equipped with variable-frequency vector drive, CompuSheeter II handles materials such as paper, fiberglass, foam, foil, nonwovens, vinyl, rubber, plastic, and insulation. Rate of speed depends on size and type of material and desired tolerance. Unit also comes with 200 lb unwind, tension brake with 3 in. cores, PLC control system, and programmable length control for tolerances of ±1/16 in. Custom programming and configurations are available.

Nexen Group, Inc.
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Dec 04, 2003 Offered as pre-configured system that maintains steady web tension, RSD250 Dancer Unwind Package contains RSD250 controller, EN50 pressure converter, air filter, DPS60 dancer position sensor, and all cables and air line tubing. Controller uses air pressure to increase/decrease pneumatic brake torque, allowing dancer roller to remain at mid-travel position. User can set RSD250 for momentary or maintained start/stop signal, adapting to any tension situation.

i2S Line Scan
Niskayuna, NY 12309-0028
Nov 28, 2003 FLAW SCAN SYSTEM detects 0.3mm² defects on 2 m wide webs, running at 200 m/min. It contains embedded hardware and software with i2S technology for real-time defect detection on continuous web products. Features include real-time display and roll-map, statistical analysis of defect content, and power defect classification tool. Programmable alarm settings are offered for each defect class. Applications include paper, nonwovens, plastic films, metal-foil manufacturing.

Contech
Goddard, KS 67052
Aug 06, 2003 ServoSheeter provides high-speed operation and close tolerance performance similar to rotary sheeter. Down-acting scissor shear cuts clean in short and long increments. Optional fixed-gap shear allows clean cuts through dense materials. Machine features heavy duty components and brushless servo motor for minimal maintenance. Optional Allen-Bradley PLC controls are available, allowing operator to control equipment from remote touchscreen.

SIMCO Industrial Static Control
Hatfield, PA 19440 1998
Jun 09, 2003 Neutro-Vac System incorporates vacuum system and static control to clean and neutralize static charges from web materials. System is comprised of vacuum hood assembly connected via ducting to dust collector. Hood assembly options include non-contact, contact, intrinsically safe non-contact, contact with compressed air, and Pneumatic Lift option. Pneumatic Lift moves hood up to 4 in., accommodating applications where extra room under hood is required for threading web.

French Technology Press Office, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60601
May 23, 2003 LOOMPRINTER consists of retractable heating plate, transfer paper unwinding and rewinding system, and control panel with PLC and touch screen. Device synchronizes printing operation with weaving process and allows users to start, stop, or change printing at any time during process. Product also enables side-by-side and simultaneous weaving of 2 weave constructions of differing take-up from one warp composed of identical threads.

Nexen Group, Inc.
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Apr 10, 2003 Microprocessor-based RSD200 Dancer Arm Controller incorporates adaptive control algorithm and maintains constant tension by compensating for tension disturbances. PC-based setup and calibration eliminates need for potentiometers and manual adjustments. Automatic, closed-loop system includes digital dancer position controller, EN50 electro-pneumatic transducer, DPS 30 or 60 dancer position sensor, and power supply.

A.W.T. World Trade, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60641
Feb 21, 2003 Super Turbo G Series Modular Gas Textile Dryers cure-dry solvent and water-based textile inks at speeds to 110 dozen pieces per hour. Optional preheat Quartz tube chamber obtains correct curing temperature of inks. Jet-air knives and hot air fully cure textile ink while removing evaporates through exhaust system. If airflow becomes restricted, heating system shuts down automatically and safety alarm sounds. Conveyor widths are 48, 60, and 72 in.

COGNEX
Natick, MA 01760 2059
Feb 10, 2003 SmartView®, with OPC interface, ensures real-time inspection control and data access between surface inspection system and business/production/quality systems in mill. ODBC data access allows remote access to inspection data from mill information systems and third-party production data-management applications. System combines line-scan cameras, camera support unit, lighting, and image processing/analysis tools to detect and classify defects in papers, metals, non-wovens, and other materials.

Convertech
Wharton, NJ 07885 1800
Jan 16, 2003 Hand Crank Mechanical Shafts, available in diameters of 70 mm and larger, are designed specifically for narrow-web applications. Products are suited for light loads and provide moderate torque.

Martin Automatic, Inc.
Rockford, IL 61103 1202
Dec 23, 2002 Model SSBSC-IR performs butt splices at zero speed with single-sided tape always applied to same side of web. Splices may be made between labels, while single roller dancer maintains process speed during splicing operation. Product is available in various web widths and roll diameters.

Contech
Goddard, KS 67052
Dec 16, 2002 Roll-Fed Sheeter undwinds 2 different rolls of aluminum foil laminated paper at 90° angle to each other. One roll goes into 45° breakover roller to align both rolls together in same direction, then roll material is spliced together and processed. System maps and detects each splice; spliced sections of web are automatically rejected. Roll material is sheeted to precise lengths, and conveyor delivers sheets to next step in processing line.

Double E Co., Inc.
West Bridgewater, MA 02379
Nov 05, 2002 Model RK31 remote web guide controller is equipped to control up to 10 web guides at same time. It connects to web guide driver(s) using single Serial BUS RS485 cable to facilitate electrical installation requirements. Controller can receive signals from ultrasonic, infrared, and camera sensors for line, center, or edge guiding. RK31 includes LCD display that communicates instructions for initial calibration and for setting web guide parameters.