Automated Splicing Equipment

Midwest Engineered System designs and manufactures automated splicing equipment for web handling systems with a wide variety of formats and capabilities. Automated splicing equipment plays a crucial role in web handling systems, which are used in various manufacturing and printing processes. These systems handle the continuous feed of materials from rolls through a machine for processing.

Automated splicing is essential for maintaining productivity as it allows for the joining of the end of an expiring web roll to the beginning of a new roll without stopping the machine. Additionally, splicing equipment features include single or dual-direction splicing, zero-speed, flying and synchronized splicing, and rewind carriage-style splicing with layon roll to remove trapped air.

• Continuous Operation – Automated splicers enable non-stop operation of the production line. When one roll finishes, the equipment seamlessly joins the next roll, keeping the line running without manual intervention.
• Types of Splicing – There are various splicing methods, such as butt splicing and overlap splicing. Butt splicing brings two web ends together without any overlap, while overlap splicing allows for a small area of overlap, secured with adhesive.
• Splicing Features – Modern splicers come with features like automatic press stops, carriages for web-ups, and web acceleration to ensure a smooth transition between rolls. Some systems also include monitoring and motorized side-lay for precise alignment.
• Customization – Equipment can be tailored to specific production needs, handling a wide range of materials and web widths. Custom implementations consider the unique properties of the web material and process requirements.

Our design and build solutions can include customized robots, cable solutions, vision systems, safety enclosures, process monitoring, control systems, and other technical equipment, to help you and your organization to improve your manufacturing process. Splicing equipment is a testament to the advancements in manufacturing automation, offering reliable, efficient and continuous web handling to meet the demands of modern production environments.

MWES has extensive experience analyzing web production processes uniquely positions us for web handling applications on new and existing equipment. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help increase your production throughput.