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Martin Automatic Inc is a U.S. - based corporation with offices in Europe and the Pacific Rim. In operation for over 35 years, and with nearly 8,000 installations in more than 50 countries, Martin Automatic is best known for its extensive line of automatic splicing unwinds, automatic transfer rewinds and tension control systems based on its patented inertia compensation technology. Martin Automatic engineers solutions to fit applications in all business sectors that involve web handling, including paper and paperboard printing, label converting, packaging, nonwoven manufacturing and converting, coating and laminating, medical device manufacturing and construction materials.

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Preventive Maintenance Q & A

April 13, 2009

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Preventive maintenance (PM) is important to the operation of any piece of production equipment. Here are some thoughts on PM programs we shared recently with a trade publication.

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Tralin Pak picks Martin Automatic to automate new high-speed paperboard line

March 30, 2009

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ROCKFORD IL: Martin Automatic recently received their third order from Tralin Pak, China, a leading producer of aseptic packaging materials. Tralin Pak chose a Martin Automatic splicer (MTB) and a rewinder (RMAP) to go on their F&K press to form their first production line. When they added a second production line at the same site, Tralin Pak again chose Martin Automatic equipment to automate the process.

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Berson Combines Gallus with Martin Automatic - For Label Productivity

March 04, 2009

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A 'need to improve productivity and reduce waste' were given as the prime reasons for one of France's leading label converters, Berson SA, investing in Martin Automatic equipment for two of its latest Gallus production lines. The Martin machines, two MBSF (F for filmic capability) automatic non-stop unwinds, and an automatic non-stop LRD rewind have been fitted to a Gallus EM 410 and Gallus RCS 330 presses at the company’s modern plant at Cebazat in the central Auvergne region of France.

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Wal-mart's in-house converter

"Attached to the front of both presses is a Martin Automatic splicer, and added to the ends of each is a Martin Automatic rewinder. "These tools help us to eliminate waste and reduce downtime," says Marty Vavra, PMDC's label products manager. "This is top of the line equipment and not only is our production better with it, but morale of associates improves because they know they are working on the best available."

"Wal-mart's in-house converter" by Danielle Jerschefske, Labels & Labelling, November 2008, p. 119

Product Spotlight

MLS Automatic Splicer

Non-stop splicer for laminating and narrow web applications

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Typical Specifications

Maximum Splicing Speed to 500 FPM to 152 MPM
Maximum Web Width to 20 IN to 508 MM
Maximum Roll Diameter to 24 IN to 610 MM

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