LP Series Low Profile Pancake Load Cell: Montalvo

Published: May 09, 2019

Montalvo, international specialists in web tension control, announces the newest addition to its product portfolio, the LP Series Low Profile Pancake Load Cell.

Maxcess Load Cell Amplifiers Have Networking Capabilities

Published: June 08, 2018

MAGPOWR launches the DLCA NET family of amplifiers: DLCA NET, DLCA NET-Slim, and DLCA NET-IP65, all with networking capabilities

Montalvo Launches Line of Core Chucks

Published: March 19, 2018

Axial Activated Core Chucks, part of company’s Defender Series, are said to be rugged and cost-effective

Roll-2-Roll Technologies Partners with ESPICE

Published: March 05, 2018

The partnership will allow for distribution and service of Roll-2-Roll Technologies products in Mexico and Central America

Roll-2-Roll Technologies Partners with TTS

Published: December 26, 2017

TTS will be the exclusive distributor for Roll-2-Roll’s web guides and web positioning sensor products for the UK and Ireland

DFE Offers Total Tension Indicator

Published: December 12, 2017

The TriView (Model Ti31) Left-Right-Total Tension Indicator allow operator to select left or right readings and equalize tension

Dover Flexo Expands Production Capability

Published: July 14, 2017

A new automated lathe and a new milling machine will enable the company to expand production of idler rolls and tension roll transducers

Maxcess Announces New MAGPOWR Products

Published: June 23, 2017

New tension control solutions include the CSR Cantilevered Tension Sensing Roller, the ISR Integrated Sensing Roller, and a larger Thin Load Cell

Nexen Offers Geared Bearing Solution

Published: March 22, 2017

Company says solution features zero backlash gear and high capacity bearing in one package, with new online Product Selector to simplify ordering

Montalvo Offers Communication for Tension Controllers

Published: March 06, 2017

The company says ODVA EtherNet/IP is now available as an option for its Z4 Tension Controllers, reportedly offering faster communication

Maxcess Launches Controller and Load Cell

Published: July 15, 2016

The Spyder Plus S1 and the Thin Load Cell Series from MAGPOWR are said to offer high-end features, power, and affordability

DFE Transducer Suited for Heavy Duty

Published: May 02, 2016

The F3H from Dover Flexo Electronics is said to measure high tension accurately using live shaft idler rolls

Dover Flexo Electronics Announces New Tension Controller

Published: November 26, 2013

The WebHandler4 offers features of WebHandler5 digital version, but provides analog design for those who prefer simpler, more familiar version

Dover Flexo Electronics Debuts Torque Controller

Published: September 12, 2013

The EasyWeb open loop torque controller maintains tension with roll diameter calculator and features a simple user interface.

Montalvo Load Cell Controls Tension on Narrow Webs

Published: August 29, 2013

The XR ribbon-width cantilever load cell, said to measure tension on the narrowest materials, is offered in two mounting styles

NDC Offers Web Gauging Systems

Published: June 06, 2013

Tdi systems feature robust industrial architecture said to offer speed, reliability, and flexibility

DFE Has New Sizes for Tension Roll, Narrow Web Transducers

Published: June 04, 2013

Tension transducers are integrated into multiple idler roll sizes for application in a broad range of converting and printing applications

Montalvo Offers Multi-Zone Tension Indicator

Published: May 20, 2013

The i4-HD is available in both an analog and a digital configuration, is said to provide accurate and repeatable web tension

Web Lines | Winding Process Fundamentals, Pt. 2

Published: February 19, 2013, By Timothy J. Walker

In Part 2 of this four-part series, web handling expert Tim Walker tackles tension control from the first to the final lap of the winding roll

Maxson Offers Accumulating Festoon

Published: January 22, 2013

Allows inline sheeters to match the speed of downline processes

Converter Accessory Corp. Adds Bowed Rolls

Published: October 10, 2012

Model FB350 bowed rolls from CAC are said to offer repeatable performance for anti-wrinkle applications, and several options are available

Web Lines | Measure Tension Wherever Possible

Published: August 14, 2012, By Timothy J. Walker

Web tension is the heartbeat of your process. There is no greater measurement of process quality than on-line tension measurement in all tension zones.

Maxcess Introduces High-Efficiency Brake

Published: April 23, 2012

The MAGPOWR HEB250 is a cost-effective, low profile pneumatic brake with a sleek design to maximize productivity

Montalvo Going Strong at 65

Published: February 24, 2012

Marking a milestone in electronic tension control, Montalvo celebrates 65 years of manufacturing brakes, clutches, load cells, and more

Web Lines | Test Your Web Handling Knowledge

Published: February 15, 2012, By Timothy J. Walker

Can you pass this 20-question quiz to prove you understand basic principles of web handling?

Montalvo Offers Web Tension Upgrades on Wide Range of Equipment

Published: December 19, 2011

Web control upgrades increase converters' productivity and profitability for printing presses, corrugators, laminators, slitters, and more

Web Lines: Wrinkling of Foils

Published: August 01, 2011, By By Timothy J. Walker Contributing Editor

In our everyday lives, our main experience with foil likely comes from wrapping a potato in kitchen-grade aluminum foil. Wrinkling thin aluminum foil

Web Lines: Is Wound Roll Pressure Greater Than Tire Pressure?

Published: July 01, 2011, By By Timothy J. Walker Contributing Editor

I'll bet you that your wound roll has more internal pressure than a car tire. To win this bet, I have to prove that internal roll pressure is above 30

Technical Report: Up & Running

Published: June 01, 2011, By By Michael Pappas, Catbridge Machinery

Amplifier Easy To Use

Published: June 01, 2011