Print, Paper & Packaging
High-speed, high-precision control is essential in today’s printing, paper converting, and packaging industries. From roll handling and web tensioning to die cutting and carton forming, Temposonics® linear position sensors provide the accuracy, speed, and reliability needed to optimize motion control, reduce waste, and keep automated production lines running efficiently.
Key industry challenges:
- Continuous high-speed motion with strict positioning tolerances
- Frequent format changes and machine adjustments requiring fast, repeatable setup
- Delicate material handling (e.g. thin films, paper, cartons) requiring precise linear control
- Integration with diverse control systems and limited installation space
- Exposure to vibration, paper dust, and humidity in converting and packaging lines
Advantages:
- High-resolution, absolute position feedback ensures accurate positioning
- High linearity and repeatability for consistent thickness, alignment, and cut length
- Available in rod-style and embedded formats for use in hydraulic cylinders or external mounts
- Reduces maintenance and downtime, increasing machine availability and output
- Stroke lengths up to 20 meters (787 in.) and support a wide range of output interfaces - including analog, SSI, and industrial Ethernet - for seamless integration with modern control systems
- Multiposition measurement up to 30 positions
Benefits:
- Increased machine availability and productivity
- No downtime, minimum waste
- Predictive maintenance:
Easy programmability and diagnostic with the sensor assistants
Recommended sensors:
Position Sensing in Cutting Machines:
