Slitting & Rewinding Technical Guides

Practical, field-tested guides for slitting, rewinding and converting lines: how to size, select and maintain air shafts, differential shafts, magnetic powder brakes and clutches, tension controllers and web guiding systems. Written by XW Machinery application engineers for plant engineers and purchasing teams.

Not sure which shaft or brake fits your line? Send us your core size, roll weight and line speed — our engineers reply with a sizing recommendation.

Hoe kiest u een differentiaalas voor snijmachines

Choosing a differential shaft for slitting machines? Compare ball vs key type, friction ring torque, core size, slit width and load with this checklist.

Hoe kiest u een differentiaalas voor snijmachines

Choosing a differential shaft for slitting machines? Compare ball vs key type, friction ring torque, core size, slit width and load with this checklist.

Op maat gemaakte luchtexpanderende as: welke sp...

Ordering a custom air expanding shaft? Here is the full specification checklist: core ID, length, journal, element type, torque, speed and balance grade.

Op maat gemaakte luchtexpanderende as: welke sp...

Ordering a custom air expanding shaft? Here is the full specification checklist: core ID, length, journal, element type, torque, speed and balance grade.

Luchtexpanderende as voor snijmachines

How to choose an air expanding shaft for slitting machines: unwind and rewind sizing, lug vs leaf vs strip elements, torque, core ID and common mistakes.

Luchtexpanderende as voor snijmachines

How to choose an air expanding shaft for slitting machines: unwind and rewind sizing, lug vs leaf vs strip elements, torque, core ID and common mistakes.

Hoe repareert u een luchtexpanderende as

Step-by-step air expanding shaft repair: find the leak, replace the bladder, valve and lugs, pressure-test the rebuild, and decide when to repair or replace.

Hoe repareert u een luchtexpanderende as

Step-by-step air expanding shaft repair: find the leak, replace the bladder, valve and lugs, pressure-test the rebuild, and decide when to repair or replace.

Luchtas slipt tijdens opwik­kelen: 7 oorzaken e...

Air shaft slipping during rewinding ruins rolls and uptime. Diagnose the 7 root causes (pressure, worn lugs, core fit, torque, contamination) and fix each one.

Luchtas slipt tijdens opwik­kelen: 7 oorzaken e...

Air shaft slipping during rewinding ruins rolls and uptime. Diagnose the 7 root causes (pressure, worn lugs, core fit, torque, contamination) and fix each one.

Luchtas verliest luchtdruk: oorzaken en oplossi...

An air shaft losing air pressure risks slip, telescoped rolls and downtime. Learn the 6 root causes, how to isolate each one, and how to hold grip pressure all shift.

Luchtas verliest luchtdruk: oorzaken en oplossi...

An air shaft losing air pressure risks slip, telescoped rolls and downtime. Learn the 6 root causes, how to isolate each one, and how to hold grip pressure all shift.

Luchtas expandeert niet: oorzaken en oplossingen

An air shaft not expanding usually traces to leaks, a failed bladder, or low supply pressure. Learn the 7 most common causes, the fix for each, and how to prevent...

Luchtas expandeert niet: oorzaken en oplossingen

An air shaft not expanding usually traces to leaks, a failed bladder, or low supply pressure. Learn the 7 most common causes, the fix for each, and how to prevent...

Luchtas versus differentiaalas | XW Machinery

Air shaft vs differential shaft: compare grip, core holding, tension control and roll-change speed to pick the shaft for your slitter. Get XW Machinery quote.

Luchtas versus differentiaalas | XW Machinery

Air shaft vs differential shaft: compare grip, core holding, tension control and roll-change speed to pick the shaft for your slitter. Get XW Machinery quote.

Hoe werkt een luchtexpanderende as? | XW Machinery

Learn how an air expanding shaft works—pneumatic lugs, air pressure and friction grip for fast roll changes on slitting and rewinding lines. Get a quote.

Hoe werkt een luchtexpanderende as? | XW Machinery

Learn how an air expanding shaft works—pneumatic lugs, air pressure and friction grip for fast roll changes on slitting and rewinding lines. Get a quote.

Hoe kiest u een luchtexpanderende as voor uw ma...

How to choose an air expanding shaft: compare lug, leaf and strip types, core size, torque and adapter fit to prevent slip and roll damage. Get a factory quote.

Hoe kiest u een luchtexpanderende as voor uw ma...

How to choose an air expanding shaft: compare lug, leaf and strip types, core size, torque and adapter fit to prevent slip and roll damage. Get a factory quote.

Veiligheidsklauw voor luchtas | XW Machinery

Safety chuck for air shaft: STO/STW & FLO/FLW safety chucks for slitting, rewinding and printing. 400Nm torque, quick-release, factory-direct. Get a quote.

Veiligheidsklauw voor luchtas | XW Machinery

Safety chuck for air shaft: STO/STW & FLO/FLW safety chucks for slitting, rewinding and printing. 400Nm torque, quick-release, factory-direct. Get a quote.

Hoe kiest u een baanspanningssensor | XW Machinery

Web tension sensor guide for slitting & rewinding. Compare pillow block, cantilever & through-shaft load cells and controllers. Get a quote from XW Machinery.

Hoe kiest u een baanspanningssensor | XW Machinery

Web tension sensor guide for slitting & rewinding. Compare pillow block, cantilever & through-shaft load cells and controllers. Get a quote from XW Machinery.