Shocking Solutions

The Virtual AC technology was also used to neutralize the labels after being die-cut on the film press to reduce stacking and jogging problems. In addition, real-time feedback of system performance and operational status has contributed to better productivity and quality production. The results were a dramatic reduction of static charge on the processed material. Adding static control equipment to Belmark's machinery has provided numerous benefits: finished customer products are now neutralized; operators receive a decreased number of shocks while handling finished rolls; electrical malfunctions (such as control lock-ups) are decreased; and press speeds have increased from 110 fpm to 250 fpm."