Finally, after decades, something truly new and exciting for
paper converters! Catbridge has finished design work on the Model 205, a new
slitter rewinder for paper, light board, and some film materials.
The 205 provides great versatility and also increased
capabilities, reaching above and beyond the restrictions of time-worn two-drum
surface winder design. Hundreds of conventional two-drum winders, most with
designs from the 50's and 60's, remain in service today in small to medium
sized converting plants. While serviceable for traditional work, the efficiency
and material demands of today's converting environment make the limitations of
these machines painfully evident.
The 205 is designed to offer faster, more efficient
converting on standard work and also incorporates features to support a much
broader variety of challenging slitting work. Specifically, the 205 will offer
shear (either wrap or tangential), score, and razor slitting in one machine; a
dual bowed roll system allowing roll separation on 1" slitting work; and a
50" maximum rewind capability. Other options include various unwind
configurations such as shafted, shaftless, or shaftless floor pick-up; a splice
table; automated knife placement; and various roll unloading systems. The
options are tailored to maximize productivity on today's work while integrating
capabilities for new work, customers, and business.