Short roll winder for airlaid – robust, reliable and easy to operate

Since the 1970s, CAMPEN Machinery A/S has delivered reliable winding and converting technology for the nonwovens industry. Our short roll winder for airlaid materials offers robust performance, precise web control and easy operation. The system ensures stable tension, consistent roll quality and safe working conditions. Each machine is configured to integrate with your production line, software and factory standards. Move efficiently from mother rolls to short sales rolls while reducing waste and downtime.

Optimising airlaid roll production with advanced winding systems

Airlaid webs require gentle handling and careful process control to avoid product defects. Our short roll winder for airlaid is engineered for precise web tension management from start to finish. Automated functions gently ramp speed up and down, protecting your web and achieving uniform roll edges. The operator interface is clear and intuitive, supporting fast training and safe daily use.

• Continuous web tension regulation minimises wrinkles, reduces telescoping and cuts material waste
• Hot melt gluing at roll start and end secures rolls for safe packaging
• Automatic roll changeover boosts output and minimises operator intervention
• Integrated cardboard tube handling streamlines core feeding and lowers manual labour risks
• High-speed winding allows more sales-ready rolls to be processed each shift
• Efficient layout with slitting and winding integration saves floor space and increases productivity

The short roll winder for airlaid features durable mechanics and simplified maintenance access. Precision drives and brakes, robust frames, and user-friendly guides deliver predictable production. Operators benefit from reliability and lower lifecycle costs. Spare parts are tracked with full documentation to support uptime and easy servicing.

Versatile integration for airlaid and nonwovens production lines

This flexible solution can run in-line with production or as a separate off-line roll converting cell. Direct in-line winding moves short rolls straight from the web formation process, decreasing manual handling. Off-line installation enables batch production or schedule flexibility, often freeing up line capacity for other products. Our engineering team integrates the winder with slitters, accumulators and plant control systems for seamless automation.

Boosting safety and efficiency with automated roll change systems

The automatic roll change system keeps personnel clear of risky zones and helps maintain high throughput. A tube magazine manages core delivery, and hot melt sealing ensures neat roll starts and ends. Accumulator integration can buffer stop/start cycles, guaranteeing web flow during interruptions.

• Accumulators maintain continuous operation during roll changes
• Recipe management simplifies production of different roll lengths and diameters
• Edge guiding and lay-on technology secure uniform roll build-up with minimal operator adjustment
• Shaftless unwinding enables quick product changeovers and easy loading
• Modern HMI and built-in diagnostics support fast troubleshooting and operator training

Control panels and interfaces are adapted to customer requirements with options for fieldbus communication, advanced safety systems and traceability functions. Key data such as roll length, diameter, and tension are recorded for quality control and documentation needs. The automation-ready design supports Industry 4.0 digitalisation strategies in modern plants.

CAMPEN Machinery A/S: experience in airlaid and technical nonwoven winding

Our short roll winders for airlaid and technical nonwovens are installed at leading factories across Europe and worldwide. Industrial clients rely on our machines for robust construction, high reliability and ease of operation. Each solution is engineered to meet rigorous standards for quality and efficiency, supported by our experienced project and service teams.

CAMPEN adapts winding and slitting systems for a range of applications—from airlaid to spunlace, geotextiles to felt. We conduct process trials, provide FAT and SAT at your site, and offer ongoing technical support. Our local and remote service helps keep your line in top condition with fast access to spares and upgrades.

• Expert process knowledge helps define correct web tension settings for airlaid and other substrates
• Operational audits provide recommendations for higher line speeds or reduced waste rates
• System upgrades include gluing enhancements and advanced safety features
• Worldwide support, remote diagnostics and maintenance service maximise uptime
• All solutions come with clear documentation for CE compliance and operator guidance

Our engineers work directly with technical managers and production teams in nonwovens and geotextile manufacturing. We listen to your targets for roll size, throughput and substrate, then recommend the most efficient layout and controls. The result: stable short roll production, controlled costs, and reliable performance for your airlaid conversion line.

Need help with your short roll winder for airlaid project? Talk to our engineers or request an assessment today. Learn more at campenmachinery.com/nonwoven or contact us at campenmachinery.com/contact-us.