What Is a Tissue Slitting Rewinder and How Does It Work?
A tissue slitting rewinder is a core piece of equipment in tissue converting lines, used to process large jumbo tissue rolls into smaller, precisely sized logs for toilet paper, kitchen towels, and other tissue products. Its primary function is to slit, rewind, and perforate tissue paper according to predefined specifications, preparing the rolls for subsequent cutting and packaging stages.
During operation, the jumbo roll is first unwound under controlled tension to ensure smooth web handling. The tissue web then passes through a slitting system, where it is accurately cut to the required width. At the same time, a rewinding unit forms the paper into tightly wound logs, while an integrated perforation system creates evenly spaced tear lines for easy consumer use.
Modern tissue slitting rewinders use servo-driven control systems and automatic tension regulation to maintain consistent roll diameter, uniform winding density, and stable running speed. This ensures high product quality, minimal waste, and reliable performance even at high production speeds. Once rewinding is complete, the finished logs are discharged automatically and transferred to a tissue paper cutting machine or packaging system.
As a result, the tissue slitting rewinder plays a vital role in achieving efficient, high-quality, and scalable tissue roll production, making it an essential machine for manufacturers aiming to optimise output and product consistency.
Advanced rewinding control system
The FC Series adopts an automatic pneumatic proportional valve to control linear slider rail lifting. A hydraumatic servo system precisely manages the riding roller, while pneumatic thimbles securely grip the core shaft, ensuring stable and accurate rewinding.
High-precision bottom slitting system
Equipped with a one-piece blade shaft and a full set of multi-blade knives, the slitting system delivers clean, accurate cuts and ensures consistent roll width throughout high-speed operation.
Optimised tension and roll edge control
Differential speed control between the front and rear rewinding rollers, combined with the riding roller, precisely regulates final roll tension and guarantees neat, well-aligned roll edges on both sides.
Flexible and efficient backstand design
The backstand supports both forward and reverse operation for easy machine handling. An independently driven guiding roller and a bottom-mounted web guiding platform help minimise paper elongation and reduce material loss.
Leading calender technology (optional)
Optional steel-to-steel calendering uses two chilled cast iron rollers, each driven by an independent motor. Pneumatic tyres apply adjustable pressure, while both the roller angle and gap size can be finely tuned for optimal surface quality.
Enhanced safety and tail trimming system
A tipper-hopper provides effective guarding during machine operation, while a water-based tail trimming system ensures clean and efficient tail finishing.
Automatic rewinding shaft feeding
The machine features an automatic rewinding shaft feeding function, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual handling.
Stable hydraulic and pneumatic lifting system
A hydraulic-controlled riding roller combined with pneumatic lifting of the reel core shaft ensures smooth operation and consistent pressure control.
Centre-drive unwinder with tension sensing
The centre-drive unwinder is equipped with a web-tension sensor, allowing stable processing of tissue, packaging paper, and cultural paper with precise tension regulation.
Automatic pull-plug system (optional)
An optional automatic pull-plug system simplifies operation, reduces setup time, and further improves overall production efficiency.
Max width of raw paper | 2850mm-3700 |
Max outer diameter of raw paper | 3000mm, others please specify |
Max outer diameter of finished product | 1800mm-2300mm |
Design speed | 1000-1200m/min |
Application | Tissue paper, packaging paper or cultural paper |
