Designed for simple integration, the compact ekrPro Com 60 web guide can be used over a wide range of printing and converting applications. Available in stand-alone or mount units, it combines color-coded icons and an LCD dot matrix display. The ekr Pro Com 60 works with line, contrast and edge sensors, as well as CCD Pro cameras, automatic servo center and FVG automatic edge-seeking devices.

BST PRO MARK , 630/833-9900, fax: 630/833-9909, www.bstpromark.com

Co.'s DLS digital line and edge-detection sensor for web guiding will detect a printed line, holographic image or the material edge. The DLS features two-button operation, an automatic calibration program, LEDs to indicate material or line position and contrast level, and a lighted focal point for sensor positioning.

FMS USA, INC. , 847/392-7872, fax: 847/392-7873, www.fms-technology.com

The WideArray™ edge detector eases the use of web guides, co says, by keeping the edge detector stationary with thread-up chains. To avoid the thread-up chain, the manufacturer expanded the gap and throat of detectors.

ACCUWEB, INC. , 608/223-0625, fax: 608/223-0074, www.accuweb.com

Co.'s Re RK31 remote web-guide controller is a fully functional controller, not just a remote device with limited functionality. Equipped to control up to 10 web guides simultaneously, it can receive signals from ultrasonic, infrared and camera sensors for line, center or edge guiding.

DOUBLE E CO., INC. , 508/855-8099, fax: 508/850-2915, www.doubleeusa.com

This new integrated web guide and splice table design combines two critical functions into one and reduces in-machine web path. Available for web widths up to 28 in., the HDNC-style guide locates an operator display in the guide frame. The web clamps can be pneumatically or manually activated, and a splice tape holder is optimally positioned.

NORTH AMERICAN MANUFACTURING CO. , 216/271-6000, fax: 216/641-7852, www.namfg.com

Co. has expanded the communications capabilities of the HI 3300 tension controller to include Ethernet/IP. This is said to provide even greater integration capabilities for tension control in web and cable/strand applications. The HI 3300 directly controls a drive or braking system based on the actual direct measurement of the product tension.

HARDY INSTRUMENTS , 800/821-5831, fax: 858/278-6700, www.hardyinstruments.com

The TR Tension Roll® transducer consists of a dead-shaft idler roll with tension sensors built into each roll-end. It can measure process web tension in any substrate and is available in two standard roll diameters. Standard overload capacity on the largest unit is 10,000 lbs and comes in a choice of aluminum, steel or stainless steel.

DOVER FLEXO ELECTRONICS , 603/332-6150, fax: 603/332-3758, www.dfe.com

Co.'s automatic web-guiding system operates entirely on low-pressure plant air. The All-Air system is inherently explosion-proof because there are no electric components, co. says. It consistently operates effectively in dusty, even dirty, production conditions and handles web widths up to 130 in.

COAST CONTROLS , 941/355-7555, fax: 941/359-2321, www.coastcontrols.com

The D-Max Series web-guiding system has improved dynamic response to correct web alignment as fast as possible, reducing waste or returned rolls due to registration errors. It also comes in an optional network version, which includes a built-in Ethernet hub for access to guide-related data or to control multiple guides from one location.

FIFE CORP. , 800/639-3433, fax: 405/755-8425, www.fife.com

The compact DRS 24 digital web-guide system is reportedly the fastest guide in its class with an adjustable correction speed up to 3.5 in. per second. A variety of edge/line sensors are available to detect and position the web. Digital controls are integrated into the guide's pivoting frame.

ERHARDT + LEIMER, INC. , 864/486-3000, fax: 864/486-3011, www.erhardt-leimer-us.com