Advanced Web Handling for Medical Device Automation

At Automation NTH, we’ve combined decades of experience with off‑the‑shelf reel feeders and cutting-edge assembly expertise to deliver a superior solution. The NTH Reel Feeder improves upon conventional systems by prioritizing intuitive operation, seamless integration, and sensorless precision for continuous, hands-free performance.

Automation NTH proudly introduces the NTH Reel Feeder—a revolutionary leap in precision web handling tailored for  reel-fed assembly and labeling applications in the Life Sciences industry.

Engineered as a stand-alone system, the NTH Reel Feeder seamlessly integrates into existing automation equipment, offering unmatched accuracy, ease of use, and operator autonomy.

Key Features of the NTH Reel Feeder

Compact Design

  • Stand-alone unit with a bookshelf orientation for side-by-side mounting.
  • Effortless roll changes with easy operator access and full web access.

Sensorless Registration

  • Automatic roll diameter calculations for consistent performance.
  • Vision-guided edge detection and registration eliminate manual adjustments.

Accurate Operation

  • Servo-driven web handling ensures precise position feedback and continuous web tracking compensation.
  • Vision-guided pick location for reliable operation.

Seamless Integration

  • Built for easy incorporation into assembly equipment.
  • Open Ethernet communication for operation, fault reporting, and system messaging.
  • Integrator plate allows for flexible field add-ons and I/O handshaking ensures safety.

Performance Specifications

  • Index Speed: Up to 600mm/sec (23.6in/sec).
  • Index Precision: Down to ±30 µm.
  • Web Width: 25-102 mm (1-4 in).
  • Core ID: 76.2 mm (3.0 in).
  • Unwind Roll OD: Up to 407 mm (16.0 in).
  • Rewind Roll OD: Up to 267 mm (10.5 in).

Advantages at a Glance

  • Low-friction peeler bar for smooth operation.
  • Intuitive web path with easy access.
  • No manual adjustments required for seamless functionality.
  • Adaptive, sensorless web control for continuous performance.
  • Rejected labels are removed automatically from the web.

Dimensions & Utilities

  • Power: 110 VAC, 1-Phase, 50/60 Hz, 10 Amps.
  • Air: 80 PSI clean and dry.
  • Communication: Ethernet TCP/IP.

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