Film & Foil Reel & Roll Handling
Reel and roll handling involves safely lifting, transporting, rotating, positioning, loading or unloading cylindrical materials such as film, foil, paper and textiles.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT When selecting reel and roll handling equipment, consider: 1. Environment: Stainless steel is essential for high-care settings; painted mild steel suits industrial use.
2. Load & size: Factor in reel weight, core size, diameter and width. Packline’s stainless vertical spindle handles up to 300kg, with bespoke options for larger loads.
3. Operation: Manual is cost-eff ective for lighter, occasional use; powered systems reduce operator strain and improve effi ciency for frequent handling.
4. Footprint & mobility: Compact designs are vital in restricted spaces. Mobility features such as swivel castors or powered drive may be required.
5. Safety & compliance: Equipment should meet CE/UKCA standards, with overload protection and proper operator training.
6. Customisation: Packline provides bespoke designs for unusual reel sizes, specialist materials or integration with existing machinery.
BEST PRACTICES • Audit handling needs: Analyse reel movement, frequency and orientation to choose suitable equipment.
• Match to peak loads: Select machines capable of handling the heaviest reels with a margin of safety.
• Train operators: Ensure correct use to prevent accidents and equipment damage.
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• Plan maintenance: Regular checks are essential for motors, brakes and safety systems; stainless units require hygienic cleaning.
n industries like food, pharmaceuticals and packaging, reels can be heavy and awkward, making manual handling unsafe and ineffi cient. Purpose-built systems improve safety, reduce damage, increase productivity and meet hygiene and regulatory requirements. Packline, a UK-based manufacturer, provides a wide range of reel and roll handling equipment designed to meet these challenges.
SOLUTIONS TAILORED TO DIFFERENT SETTINGS AND APPLICATIONS: • Stainless Steel ‘Compac’ Range: Compact, hygienic designs ideal for food and pharmaceutical environments, available in manual, gearbox-assisted or motorised versions.
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• Painted Mild Steel Units: Durable and cost-eff ective for general industrial use, often confi gured as stacker trucks with interchangeable attachments.
• Attachments & Accessories: Options include vertical spindles for core gripping, roll clamps, twin or hinged spindles, side-shift mechanisms and omnibooms for multi- directional rotation.
• Low Profi le Reel Dolly: A simpler solution for moving horizontal reels, particularly from pallets, with bespoke options available.
• Safety Features: Motorised units feature two-button controls, emergency stops, overload protection, brakes and non-marking antistatic wheels.
• Integrate with processes: Confi rm compatibility with packaging, slitting and winding equipment.
• Hygiene & cleaning: Stainless fi nishes simplify washdowns and resist corrosion.
• Future-proof: Modular attachments and quick- release systems support changing requirements. Eff ective reel and roll handling enhances safety, reduces waste, boosts effi ciency and ensures compliance. Packline provides solutions ranging from simple dollies to advanced stainless steel lifters with powered lift, rotation and bespoke attachments. The right choice depends on your environment, load types and operational needs— but investing in quality, safety and ergonomics pays dividends across any operation.
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