Phoenix Blogs

Michael Coulson | May 27, 2025

In high-volume converting operations, maximizing equipment efficiency is essential to maintaining throughput, reducing material waste, and ensuring consistent product quality. Surface winders serve as critical components in roll-to-roll processes, providing the foundation for effective material handling and finished roll formation. When engineered and operated properly, these machines significantly enhance overall line performance. This article presents […]

Michael Coulson | May 20, 2025

Selecting the Right Surface Winder: A Strategic Investment Selecting the right surface winder is a high-stakes decision for any business engaged in web converting. A properly specified machine will improve production efficiency, protect material integrity, and reduce operating costs. With a diverse range of configurations and features available, companies must take a structured approach to […]

Michael Coulson | May 14, 2025

Surface winders have undergone substantial technological transformation since their inception as basic paper converting systems. Today, they represent a cornerstone of modern converting operations, engineered to process a broad spectrum of substrates with high precision, efficiency, and adaptability. Their capacity for high-speed operation, integrated with advanced tension control mechanisms, has rendered them indispensable across industries […]

Michael Coulson | May 1, 2025

Across the converting, packaging, film, and paper industries, a quiet crisis is unfolding: the growing lack of qualified maintenance support for slitter rewinders, laminators and coaters. These machines essential for productivity and precision are becoming more complex, while experienced technicians are retiring and replacements are hard to find. If your operation depends on converting machinery, […]

Michael Coulson | March 19, 2025

Investing in the right slitter rewinder machine is critical for optimizing production efficiency, maintaining material quality, and ensuring long-term operational success. With various options available, including center winders, center-surface, center – minimum gap winders and surface winders, selecting the right converting equipment can be overwhelming. This guide will walk you through key factors to consider […]

Michael Coulson | March 12, 2025

Proper slitter rewinder maintenance is essential for ensuring long-term performance, minimizing downtime, and maintaining high-quality output. Neglecting regular upkeep can lead to costly repairs, production delays, and reduced efficiency. This guide will provide essential maintenance practices, troubleshooting tips, and insights into machine rebuilding services to keep your converting equipment in optimal condition. Why Slitter Rewinder […]

Michael Coulson | March 5, 2025

Introduction The world of converting equipment relies on precision, efficiency, and adaptability. Among the many types of machinery available, center winders stand out as an essential component in slitter rewinder machines. These machines have evolved to handle multiple applications, making them a valuable asset for manufacturers dealing with films, laminates, non-wovens, tapes, and flexible packaging. […]

Michael Coulson | February 27, 2025

Slitting is a crucial process in converting materials such as films, tapes, foils, and non-wovens. The choice of slitting technique directly affects product quality, material waste, and overall efficiency. In this article, we will explore the three main types of slitting methods used in Slitter Rewinder machines: score slitting, shear slitting, and razor slitting. By […]

Michael Coulson | February 21, 2025

Slitter Rewinder machines are the backbone of the converting industry, ensuring efficient and precise processing of films, tapes, foils, non-wovens, and specialty materials. Over the years, advancements in web handling equipment have led to highly specialized industrial rewinders, each catering to specific applications and industries. If you’re in the market for a new Slitter Rewinder […]