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Unwinds and Rewinds

Improve Your Process with Best-in-Class Unwinding & Rewinding Equipment

MWES designs and builds custom unwind and rewind systems that deliver reliable web control, precise tension management, and high-quality roll handling. From simple single-position unwind stands to fully integrated automatic turret rewinders, MWES provides engineered solutions to fit your production needs. Our systems are built for stability, accuracy, and safety—ensuring smooth material transfer and consistent roll quality from start to finish.

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Engineered for Consistent Tension and Control

Effective unwinding and rewinding are essential for maintaining web quality. Midwest Engineered Systems’ systems are designed to ensure constant web tension, regardless of roll diameter, speed, or material type. Using dancer rolls, load cells, or closed-loop drive control, our unwind and rewind modules maintain precise tension isolation between process zones—minimizing defects such as wrinkling, telescoping, or gauge variation

Flexible Unwind & Rewind Configurations

MWES offers a wide range of unwind and rewind designs to match your operation’s layout, speed, and roll requirements:

  • Shafted or Shaftless Unwinds for secure roll holding and quick changeovers
  • Single-Position, Dual, or Turret Designs for continuous or roll-to-roll operation
  • Driven or Braked Unwinds for adjustable web tension control
  • Automatic Splicing Systems for uninterrupted web transfer
  • Core or Surface Rewind Systems to handle a range of materials and roll diameters
  • Edge Guiding and Web Alignment Systems for precise lateral positioning

Built for Stability, Safety & Integration

Every MWES unwind and rewind system is engineered for stability and smooth web conveyance. Our designs incorporate proper roller geometry, critical speed balancing, and low-inertia materials such as anodized aluminum or carbon fiber to reduce drag and vibration. Safety features such as guarding, automatic roll handling, and torque-limited drive systems ensure operator protection and long-term reliability.

Whether you’re processing delicate films or heavy-gauge laminates, MWES provides reliable, precision-engineered unwind and rewind systems that keep your web running straight, smooth, and stable. Partner with us to upgrade your line performance and roll quality.

System Integration Support

Seamlessly connecting new technology with your existing operations is critical for maximizing efficiency and minimizing disruption. Our team provides comprehensive system integration support, ensuring our automation solutions work smoothly within your current infrastructure and ecosystem. From planning to implementation, we help you align every component for a fully connected, future-ready operation.

A3-Certified Robot Integrator

As an A3-certified integrator, we undergo rigorous audits and testing to verify our expertise in robotic automation, system design, programming, and implementation.

A3 Certified Robot Integrator

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