If you are not familiar with the different types of machinery used in the processing industry, the term "slitting machine" may be completely foreign to you. Knowing what a slitter is and how it works can help you make the right buying decision when it comes to equipping your business with the right machine. Read the blog below for everything you need to know about how a slitter works!
What is a slitter?
A slitter (often called a slitter rewinder) is a special type of equipment used to convert/slit many different materials in order to cut them into narrower rolls. In order to be cost effective, the main roll is usually made as large as possible. The rolls are converted/cut to the desired width, or rewound to the same diameter/length, or reduced to smaller rolls depending on their use and market service. These machines are available in a variety of configurations to help meet the individual needs of each industry in which they are used.
How does a slitter rewinder work?
The slitter consists of three main parts: unwinding, slitting method and rewinding. The process begins with the loading of a master roll of material of a given width into the unwinder, allowing you to unwind the material. As the material comes out of the decoiler, the slitter cuts it into smaller widths according to the machine settings. After the material is cut, the strip is then rewound onto the corresponding core of the same width.
A good example of a slitter at work is a receipt in an ATM: the receipt you receive after using the ATM is initially part of the main roll. However, after the slitting process, the receipt is divided into smaller rolls, which are then used at the ATM to print your transaction receipt.
