Roll Handing - The Key to Balancing Productivity, Safety

Telescoping and damage to the edges and cores of film and foil rolls aren't the only complications converters and printers have to address with roll handling technology. Different advancements in flexible packaging substrates and design ornamentation materials have increased their popularity, but these materials are heavier than the substrates used in the past, said Jerry Morton, Tilt-Lock general manager. This is why, he added, "Good roll handling equipment is absolutely necessary to prevent back injuries."