| CMD DEVELOPS ADVANCED ROTARY DIE CUT SYSTEM |
| CMD has designed an advanced rotary die cut system for the high-speed production of popular consumer and institutional "handle tie" trash bags. The Model 0229RDC Rotary Die Cut System allows converters to produce popular, "easy close and carry" bags in an efficient, integrated process with no need to add twist-tie closures or drawstring. The unit offers precise cutting at speeds up to 600 fpm (183 mpm) and produces a variety of die cuts for handle bags. The Model 0229RDC Rotary Die Cut Unit is designed to run in line with a film extruder or out of line from an optional unwind system from parent film rolls. The operator controls are similar to CMD bag machines and the Allen-Bradley™ CompactLogix PLC and Kintex 6000 servo system offer standard, off-the shelf electrical components and global support. A color operator touch screen provides advanced operator features, including display of product information and fault history for easy diagnostics as well as remote access capability via an Ethernet connection. The convenient touch screen also offers easy bag length adjustments (28 inches to 72 inches.) The stand-alone Allen-Bradley™ PLC design allows the unit to be interfaced with existing equipment and act as an integrated production line. The CMD Rotary Die Cut Unit features a servo-controlled die and anvil roll for precise and repeatable cut placement and a servo web guide to maintain web control, even if the unit is by-passed for converting other bag styles. The "air over hydraulic" die roll loading allows tool-less adjustments while operating and the open design of the unit permits quick viewing of critical components. A light, compact footprint makes the unit easy to maneuver in and out of line. The Model 0229RDC is designed to meet all major manufacturing standards. Spare dies are easily sourced and replaced. CMD also offers the Model 0526 Powered Folding Frame, designed to fold the handles for specific bag styles to the middle of the web for efficient high-speed converting. |