Tidland Corp., a part of Maxcess International, announced a new addition to its line of differential shafts ? the Model D5, a core-slip design that enables a faster response to slit recipe changes, improving efficiency and accuracy in high-volume operations.
      The Model D5 ? new for Pack Expo ? features removable, interchangeable core position trays to simplify core repositioning and loading. The core position tray also allows simultaneous adjustment of core position, reducing overall setup time. This new design rounds out a complete line of core-lock and core-slip differential shafts from Tidland, designed to increase profitability when rewinding multiple rolls of material that may be subject to caliper variation.
      "Converters can now choose the level of control that is necessary to produce quality rolls and deliver profit." explains Sean Craig, Product Manager for Tidland Corporation, "Each shaft design allows converters to take a proactive approach to addressing issues that are specific to the materials their customers require."
      Maxcess' web-guiding arm, Fife Corp., also had a new technology release with its SE-46 Line Guide Sensor that provides the ability to reduce printing requirements and increase press speeds.
      The SE-46 eliminated the need for printed elements used solely for guiding. Advanced features demonstrate the ability to guide to existing one-dimensional graphics (i.e. bar codes) on a printed package. Requirements for printed elements are minimal, including a minimum line width 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) and 'smallest detectable feature' of 3.7 mm (0.146 inch) at 600 m/minute. Clearance between printed elements is reduced to 0.2 mm (.008 inch), further opening the possibilities. Higher scan frequency and a large proportional band allow for faster press speeds.
      "Many of our customers have a need to reduce operating costs wherever possible, without compromising accuracy," said Ron Suenram, Product Manager for Fife. "This new sensor gives them the ability to guide to existing elements like a bar code and achieve higher press speeds."
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Wed Nov 12 07:55:00 CST 2008