Shaftless Unwind and Rewinds Stands
Shaftless Unwind and Rewind Stands
At U.S. Webcon, we understand that every production process is unique, requiring customized solutions to ensure optimal efficiency. That is why we offer a comprehensive line of shaftless unwind and rewind stands designed to meet your specific requirements. With an array of features and options, you can trust us to deliver the perfect solution for your needs.
Heavy-Duty Shaftless Unwind and Rewind Stands
Our standalone heavy-duty center unwind and rewind stands are engineered to precisely control your web materials. These stands are equipped with advanced manual or automatic tension control systems to ensure flawless operation. Our stands provide an edge guiding capability, which ensures accurate alignment and positioning of your materials. The use of skew rolls also improves the accuracy and stability of the rewinding operation.
Constructed of heavy steel plates, our shaftless unwind and rewind stands are built to withstand the demands of your production environment, providing long-lasting performance.
Medium-Duty Shaftless Unwind and Rewind Stands
Our standalone heavy-duty center unwind and rewind stands are engineered to precisely control your web materials. These stands are equipped with advanced manual or automatic tension control systems to ensure flawless operation. Our stands provide an edge guiding capability, which ensures accurate alignment and positioning of your materials. The use of skew rolls also improves the accuracy and stability of the rewinding operation.
Constructed of heavy steel plates, our shaftless unwind and rewind stands are built to withstand the demands of your production environment, providing long-lasting performance.
Shaftless Unwind "Skyhook Model" with Floor Pickup: Enhance Safety and Efficiency
At U.S. Webcon, we prioritize the safety and well-being of your employees. Our skyhook with shaftless and floor pickup options ensures smooth unwinding of your web while eliminating the risk of injuries caused by lifting heavy shafts or handling heavy rolls.
This innovative solution is suitable for light, medium, and heavy applications, offering flexibility and ease of use.
With the capability to accommodate web widths ranging from 24” to 140” and handle rolls up to 72” in diameter, our skyhook system can easily handle various roll sizes. It also lets you pick up or set down small-diameter rolls, ensuring seamless operation throughout your production process.
Economical Series Shaftless Unwind Stand
Here is an example of our most economical design of shaftless unwind and shaftless rewind stands.
- Can be supplied with manual, open loop or closed loop tension control
- Can be supplied with manual roll positioning of fully automatic edge guiding.
- Hydraulic lift tables are available.
Customizable Solutions for Your Needs
We understand that your production requirements may vary, which is why we offer modification options to tailor our designs to your specific needs. With options such as shafted, shaftless, or shaftless with variable position pedestals and different drive options, we provide the flexibility to configure our stands to match your web widths and roll diameters. Our open “C-shaped” base design offers easy loading and a small footprint, further streamlining your operations.
Contact Us to Discuss Your Needs
Ready to enhance your production process? Give us a call at (570) 644-1401 to speak with one of our experienced engineers. Let us assist you in finding the perfect shaftless unwind and rewind stand that meets your unique requirements. At U.S. Webcon, we are dedicated to delivering products that optimize your operations and maximize your success.
What is a Shaftless Unwind and Rewind Stand?
A Shaftless Unwind Stand and Shaftless Rewind Stand are systems that handle the unwinding and rewinding of materials without the need for a central shaft. Instead of using a shaft to hold the material, these systems typically rely on chucks or other mechanisms to grip the coreless roll of material. This design allows for more flexibility and is easier to operate and maintain.
What are the main advantages of Shaftless Unwind and Rewind Stands?
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No Shaft Required: Since there is no central shaft, setup times are reduced, and there is no need for operators to manually insert or remove shafts.
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Easier Roll Change: Shaftless systems make it easier to handle and change rolls, especially when they are large or heavy.
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Increased Safety: Eliminating the shaft reduces the risk of injury during roll changeovers and handling.
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Higher Efficiency: Shaftless designs often improve productivity by allowing quicker roll changes and reducing downtime.
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How does a Shaftless Unwind or Rewind Stand work?
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Instead of a traditional shaft that holds the roll, the Shaftless Unwind Stand typically uses a system of chucks or a pneumatic system to grip the edges of the roll and rotate it.
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The material is fed into the processing line from the unwind stand, and after it is processed (e.g., printed, coated, or cut), the Shaftless Rewind Stand takes the material and winds it back onto a new roll using a similar chuck or gripping system.
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Both systems rely on precise control of tension, speed, and alignment to ensure high-quality winding and unwinding of the material.
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What are the benefits of Shaftless design over shafted systems?
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Reduced Downtime: Without the need to install and remove shafts, roll changes are faster, minimizing downtime in the production process.
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Improved Roll Handling: Shaftless stands are often easier on the material since there’s no friction or wear from inserting and removing shafts.
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Versatility: Shaftless stands can accommodate different roll sizes, even coreless rolls, which can be an advantage for specific production needs.
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Cost Efficiency: While shaftless stands may be more expensive upfront, they can reduce long-term maintenance costs and improve overall operational efficiency.
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