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A Glossary of Terms to Help Avoid Failure to Communicate

There are many terms used to describe similar things in the converting industry. These vocabulary differences can present communication problems around

Experts Scan the Future for Technologies with Impact

In 1455 Johann Gutenberg printed the Bible with movable metal type and, in doing so, changed the world. His invention was ranked by The History Channel

Selecting the Right Tensioning System for the Application

Choosing a tension control system can be intimidating, especially with the large array of systems available. Understanding the basic systems, which all

Web-guiding systems are tailored to your applications

There are four proven web-guiding systems available to the converter. The common denominator in each is that the web edge is monitored by a sensor that

New measurement technology improves web control.

A new type of load cell uses an electromagnetic transducer to achieve more reliable tension measurement, reportedly resulting in improved machine performance,

Brake and clutches improve to meet industry demands.

Brakes and clutches for tension control are available in many configurations for virtually every converting application. Like all parts of the industry,

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