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Alignment of winders within stringent tolerances is necessary for achieving optimum operating speeds while minimizing roll defects and web breaks. These tolerances can best be achieved utilizing optical alignment techniques. This paper discusses the effects of misalignment on winder operation and product quality, the benefits that can be obtained from instituting an alignment program, and a typical winder alignment procedure.
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