Edge Guiding
Tracks one material edge for stable web alignment.
Web Guiding System
Closed-loop web position control for converting, printing and web handling lines.
KENDORIC supplies web guiding controllers, sensors, electric actuators and correction frames for edge guiding, line guiding and center guiding applications. Different component models can be combined according to material type, web width, line speed, correction load and installation space.
System Overview
Configure the guiding package for each machine section.
A typical web guiding package includes a controller, sensor, actuator and correction frame. Different models can be combined according to the material type, guiding mode, web width, line speed, correction load and machine layout.
| Guiding Modes | Edge guiding, line guiding and center guiding |
|---|---|
| Main Components | Controller, sensor, actuator and correction frame |
| Typical Sections | Unwind, infeed, process correction and rewind |
| Common Materials | Film, paper, foil, label stock, nonwoven and composite webs |
| Selection Data | Web width, material type, line speed, guiding mode, correction load and installation space |
Guiding Modes
Line Guiding
Tracks printed lines or contrast marks during printing and converting.
Center Guiding
Maintains the material center position regardless of roll width changes.
Component Models
Controllers
Web guiding controllers receive sensor feedback and control actuator movement to correct web position. Different controller models can be selected according to guiding mode, operation interface, machine section and integration requirements.
WGC01 Controller
Button-operated web guiding controller for edge, center and line guiding applications. Different guiding functions can be configured according to software version and application requirements.
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WFC01 Controller
Button-operated web guiding controller for edge, line and center guiding applications, designed for practical operation and stable closed-loop correction.
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PC100A Controller
Touchscreen web guiding controller for edge guiding, line guiding, center guiding and position correction applications in converting and web handling equipment.
View ModelSensors
Sensors are selected according to material opacity, transparency, edge contrast, printed line condition and guiding mode.
EDS-02 Ultrasonic Sensor
Ultrasonic sensor for transparent or low-contrast webs where optical edge contrast is limited.
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ES100 Ultrasonic Sensor
Ultrasonic edge sensor for transparent or low-contrast web materials, with fast response for stable edge detection.
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EDR-02 Infrared Sensor
Infrared sensor for standard opaque materials where optical edge detection is suitable.
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ES201 Infrared Sensor
Infrared edge sensor for opaque web materials, using coded light detection for stable operation in dusty production environments.
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CCD01 Digital Photoelectric Sensor
CCD imaging sensor for printed lines, color edges and transparent film edges.
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CCD01 Plus Digital Photoelectric Sensor
CCD01 Plus sensor with reversible screen for flexible viewing direction.
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CCD02 Digital Photoelectric Sensor
Large reversible-screen CCD sensor with setup wizard and help menu.
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CCD03 Digital Image Sensor
High-recognition digital image sensor for low-contrast and difficult web edges.
View ModelActuators
Actuators are selected according to correction load, stroke, web width, frame structure and installation space.
WU2000 Actuator
Electric actuator for standard guiding frames and moderate correction load requirements.
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ACT01 Actuator
Servo actuator with absolute position feedback for standard correction structures.
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WU10000 Actuator
High-capacity electric actuator for larger frames, wider webs and heavier correction requirements.
View ModelGuiding Frames & Correction Structures
Guiding frame structure affects correction geometry, installation space, web path and actuator configuration.
Integrated Guiding Frame
Compact all-in-one guiding unit for standard web correction sections.
Split Guiding Frame
Flexible installation structure for wider machines or limited installation spaces.
Single Roller Guiding Frame
Roller-based correction structure for compact or selected process sections.
Model Selection Overview
Controllers
| Model | Operation Interface | Guiding Modes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WGC01 | Button operation | Edge / Center / Line | Software configurable controller for standard guiding applications |
| WFC01 | Button operation | Edge / Line / Center | Practical controller for stable closed-loop web correction |
| PC100A | Touchscreen | Edge / Line / Center / Position correction | Touchscreen controller for converting and web handling applications |
Sensors
| Model | Sensor Type | Suitable Materials |
|---|---|---|
| EDS-02 | Ultrasonic | Transparent or low-contrast webs |
| ES100 | Ultrasonic | Transparent or low-contrast webs |
| EDR-02 | Infrared | Standard opaque materials |
| ES201 | Infrared | Opaque materials and dusty production environments |
| CCD01 / CCD01 Plus / CCD02 / CCD03 | Digital photoelectric / image sensor | Printed lines, color contrast edges and difficult web edges |
Actuators
| Model | Type | Suitable Application |
|---|---|---|
| WU2000 | Electric actuator | Standard guiding frames and moderate correction load |
| WU10000 | High-capacity electric actuator | Larger frames, wider webs and heavier correction requirements |
| ACT01 | Servo actuator | Standard correction structures with position feedback |
| ACT03 | High-thrust servo actuator | Heavier correction requirements |
Need help choosing a guiding package?
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