Martin Automatic, the Rockford, IL-based manufacturer and supplier of the original automatic butt splicer to the label industry, showcased the latest versions of its most popular machines at Labelexpo Americas. The machines on working display included the spacing-saving MBS unwind butt splicer and LRD transfer rewinder.

The MBS supports non-stop unwinding of labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, laminates and light paperboard for the most demanding and changing production environments.  Featuring Martin’s patented linear sheer butt splice unit and integrated roll loading mechanism its versatility accommodates automation of any web converted by label converters around the world.

The LRD is a two-spindle non-stop transfer rewinder that features the same versatility and adaptability as the MBS, but for the delivery end of the press.  In addition to the automatic transfer, it features automatic unloading of finished rolls and is easily fitted with a slitting module that can also accommodate automated differential winding. 

The MBS and LRD are available in web widths out to 710 mm and diameters up to 1270 mm. According to Martin Automatic, visitors were able to learn more about the 1983 patent that the company says revolutionized productivity for the label industry.