New Technology
Associate Editor: Jorina Fontelera -- Converting Magazine, 1/1/2008 2:00:00 AM
Hydraulic roll handler
For narrow-web rolls up to 1,000 lbs
The new economical HRH-1000-PRP hydraulic roll handler can move rolls of paper, film and foil up to 1,000 lbs, with widths up to 16 in. Said to be ideal for loading and unloading label presses, doctor machines, diecutters, laser printers and other narrow-web machinery, the HRH-1000 is lightweight and easy to manuever fully loaded. Its roller probe makes it simple to transfer rolls from the lifter to unwinds or rewinds, even at floor level. Special shaft couplings are available to make alignment with the unwind or rewind easier.
SCHLUMPF, INC., 877/460-4535, schlumpf-inc.com
Load cells
Handles live shaft rollers
Co.'s T-Series live shaft load cells are designed to handle live shaft rollers and can be used to retrofit existing machines or in the design of new ones. The load cells offer a wide range of load 
ratings and sizes, and can be mounted with a standard-, flange- or split pillow block-mount. The series uses a high-performance, spherical bearing assembly which allows for misalignment, roller deflection and changes in roller length due to temperature variations.
THE MONTALVO CORP., 800/226-8710, www.montalvo.com
Lidding films
Solvent-free
Co.'s solvent-free polyester lidding film, LumiLid®, is environmentally-friendly and FDA-compliant 
for frozen and refrigerated foods applications. Its extrusion-coating technology does not require organic solvents, ensuring that the film produces no odorous or potentially-harmful solvents in the films. This process also eliminates volatile organic compounds. Transparent LumiLid seals cleanly and securely, even on pleated corners, to APET and APET-coated board, CPET, PP, HDPE and HIPS.
TORAY PLASTICS (AMERICA), INC., 401/294-4511, www.TorayFilms.com
Embossing Braille
For pharmaceutical carton packaging
Co.'s new AccuBraille module allows carton converters to Braille-emboss on the folder/gluer for pharmaceutical packaging requiring name and medicine dosage to be placed in Braille. The AccuBraille tool is flexible enough to allow the dots to be placed at 0.11811 in. from a cut, scored or perforated edge. The embossed dots can have a height of 0.00945 in.
BOBST GROUP NORTH AMERICA, 973/226-8000, www.bobstgroup.com
Hot-melt applicator
Electronically-controlled piston pump
From medium-duty applications to high-speed, high-volume 
packaging, the Kobra Series compatible hot-melt applicators deliver flexibility, performance and durability, says co. Solid-state controls, accurate RTD temperature sensors and an electronically-controlled piston pump optimize system performance. The units offer optional integrated pattern control and an automatic hopper-feeder. Tank capacities range from 9 to 35 lbs. The applicators can operate up to six adhesive hoses and guns.
VALCO/MELTON, 513/874-5581, www.meltonhotmelt.com
Rotary diecutting module
Also does creasing, punching
Co.'s new machine technology for in-line diecutting, creasing or punching paperboard and films is available in section or module designs with variable repeat. Ideal for processing paperboard or board and film/foil laminates for rigid containers, it can accommodate web widths up to 80 in. at 
servo-driven speeds up to 2,000 fpm. Special selected bearing applications and electronic components allow for micrometric-depth adjustments and guarantee that the set parameters are maintained. This allows for partially controlled depth cutting for “easy open” features, even in thin-gauge film.
SCHOBER USA, 513/489-7393, www.schoberusa.com
Self-adhesive film
Preserves surface quality
Co. offers a wide range of self-adhesive films for temporary surface protection. The protective film preserves the quality of the materials throughout each phase of manufacturing, processing, handling, transportation and storage. It can be applied to stainless steel, aluminum, pre-coated metals, sheet or profile plastics, laminates, carpet, glass, and more.
NOVACEL FILMS, 33/23282-7233, www.novacel.fr
Clay-coated paperboard
Made from 100-percent recyclable fiber
Clay-coated paperboard GreenChoice100, made from 100-percent recycled fiber, is also 100-percent recyclable, 100-percent carbon-neutral and 100 percent of the energy used to manufacture it is offset with clean, renewable energy. It carries the global ISO 14001 and Environment Canada's ecology certifications. As part of its launch, co. will provide a series of environmental logos that can be integrated into the finished packaging design.
STRATHCONA PAPER LP, 416/491-1701, www.strathconapaper.com
Cutting tables
Die-less
The new 51 x 633-in. and 63 x 120-in. Kongsberg i-XE dieless cutting tables join co.'s more 
compact Kongsberg i-XE10. The tables are ideal for short-run production and samplemaking for the packaging, signage and POP display markets. Capable of cutting digitally-printed, flexible and light-duty sheeted materials, they can also cut semi-rigid materials such as carton and single-flute corrugated. A new tooling system is said to increase productivity.
ESKOARTWORK, 800/743-7131, www.esko.com
Slitter/rewinder for cleanrooms
Features razor and shear slitting
The SUR64 high-speed slitter/rewinder for cleanroom-environment converting features razor and shear slitting, web clamp, light curtain safety gate and touchscreen controls. Its rear unwind accepts full 50-in. diameter production rolls, and its rewind has speeds up to 2,000 fpm at 12-in. diameter rolls.
VOORWOOD CO., 800/225-3879, www.voorwood.com
Pressure-sensitive papers
For digital offset printing
The new Fasson® Digital Offset product line includes seven new self-adhesive papers and films for a range of label and flexible-packaging applications. Three white papers are available in matte, semi-gloss and cast-coated, high-gloss finishes. Four films are reportedly eco-friendly and come in matte-finish polyethylene, clear polyester and clear or white gloss polypropylene. The safety-edge technology on the film reportedly prevents adhesive bleed along the edges during printing.
AVERY DENNISON, 800/443-9380, www.averygraphics.com
All-air web guide
For high-tension applications to 26 in. wide
The robust, all-air RDG-5 web guide, capable of handling higher web tensions common in business forms or other paper-converting processes, runs web widths up to 26 in. Requiring no electrical controls or wiring, the totally self-contained guide is said to be easy to install and simple 
to operate. An all-air unit powered entirely by low pressure plant-supplied air (3-6 psi), it consists of an anodized aluminum frame, guiding rollers, air-actuation cylinder, and an unusual, friction-free servo controller. Highly stable steering is provided by a three-point suspension system incorporating two cam followers with a single pivot point. Pneumatic edge detectors handle all opaque and transparent webs.
COAST CONTROLS, 800/513-2345, www.coastcontrols.com
Web-path options
Accommodate future upgrades
The new 65-in. Titan SR8 slitter/rewinder features a free-standing unwind, vacuum splice table, manual positioning of razor knives, laser core positioning and edge trim extraction systems. Designed to accommodate future enhancements and upgrades, the machine has speeds up to 2,300 fpm and offers three web-path configurations. More than 100 Titan SR8 systems have been sold worldwide.
BOBST TITAN, 44/1234-852553, www.bobstgroup.com
Synthetic paper
Stain resistant
The YUPO® 144lb Cover synthetic paper is tear- and stain-resistant and 100 percent waterproof. It also offers exceptional color and graphic reproduction.
YUPO CORP. AMERICA, 888/USE-YUPO, www.yupo.com
Carbon-fiber core shafts
Lightweight
Fitted with steel or aluminum ends, co.'s carbon-fiber core shafts are similar in weight to aluminum shafts and can be lifted and handled by a single operator. Shafts are available with a variety of button sizes, leaves and plain or serrated lugs to suit any application. Winding configurations, fiber modulus ratings, composite resins and curing cycles for each shaft are all controlled within co.'s ISO-certified winding operation.
NIMCOR, INC., 888/464-6267, www.nimcor.com
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