Converting Focus - January 2012

Being moisture-resistant, these cores are dimensionally stable and can be sterilized. And because of their minimal dusting, they're suitable for clean room applications. For film converters and others, cores can be supplied with the specified surface characteristics.

Compact Splicer

WEST CALDWELL, N.J.—CTC International has introduced a smaller version of its CS1224 "Clamshell" Splicer, engineered for non-stop packaging and converting applications. This smaller version is designated the CS1214 Splicer; is only 36˝ long, allowing it to fit in the most compact areas; and can accommodate two full 14˝ diameter rolls.