Tension
Maxcess and RotoMetrics Announce Merger
- Published: January 28, 2020
Maxcess, a global leader in innovative products and services for web handling applications, has announced its intent to merge with RotoMetrics
Dover Flexo Electronics – The Tension Control Specialists
- Published: January 20, 2020
With over 45 years of experience, Dover Flexo Electronics (DFE) is a recognized leader for tension control products
Montalvo Announces All New Load Cell: N Micro Cantilever Load Cell
- Published: August 16, 2019
Montalvo announces its latest addition to its growing load cell portfolio, the N Micro Cantilever Load Cell.
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
