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Menzel Unwind Cradle

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Unwinding rolls of fabric for further processing during range operation

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Menzel Unwind Cradle

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When the application calls for surface unwinding, the Menzel Unwind Cradle offers and efficient, easy-loading method of unwinding webs in a continuous range operation.

The Menzel Unwind Cradle is manufactured in two versions -- medium-duty for lighter weight fabrics and rolls up to 24" in diameter and heavy-duty for heavier weight fabrics and rolls up to 40" in diameter.  Both units are built to handle a variety of webs and applications.


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Standard Features:
  • Heavy-duty steel side plates with rigid cross bracing for 24-hour a day operation.
  • Adjustable guide plates to accommodate a variety of roll widths.
  • Four 6" (medium-duty) or four 8" (heavy duty) steel rollers with pillow bock bearings for years of trouble-free service.
  • Sheet metal enclosure for drive and shaft extension.

NOTE: ALL MENZEL UNWIND CRADLES ARE FULLY ASSEMBLED AND TESTED PRIOR TO DELIVERY

Optional Features:
  • Chain and sprocket drive for connecting bottom two rollers to an extended shaft for drive or brake.
  • Motorized adjustable guide plates.
  • Air clutch on extended shaft to disengage drive during start-up.
  • Stainless steel rolls for wet applications.
  • Pneumatic brake to stop cradle rolls at machine stop.
  • Roll storage table with pneumatic gate for ease of loading.
  • Adjustable speed drive with linear acceleration/deceleration, isolation transformer and control station.
  • Guidance system with photo-electric sensor and hydraulic actuator to keep web straight during winding process.

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