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News Release from: Sensor Products | Subject: Sigma-Nip nip width measuring system
Edited by the Printingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 June 2007
Nip Measuring System Avoids Costly Web
Breaks
After two years of development, a new electronic sensor and software diagnostic maintenance tool for measuring nip width - Sigma-Nip - has been introduced by Sensor Products.
Sigma-Nip is claimed to minimise downtime, avoid costly web breaks and extend cover life It accelerates the routine maintenance of roller alignment and roller crowning, whilst also making it more accurate
This article was originally published on Printingtalk on 26 Oct 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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The system has sensors that are deployed right on the nip surface, giving instantaneous real-time feedback on nip condition, said Sensor Products.
The sensors, which are linked on a plastic carrier sheet, can measure and detect nip width at up to 30 discreet points across the cross-direction, it is claimed.
The sensors are also more durable and long-lasting and can be dispersed across the nip by one person.
Sigma-Nip's software interface is said to be refined and Microsoft Vista compliant.
It is also robust, allowing for comparative analysis and detailed adjustments whilst the sensor is in the closed (non-rotating) nip, added the company.
Lightweight and portable.
Sigma-Nip can be carried and used throughout the plant to align roller sets.
It connects through a wireless connection, or USB port, to any Windows-based laptop or tablet.
The system tolerates pressures of 3,000psi (211kg per square centimetre) making it potentially usable on calendar rolls.
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