# Roll-2-Roll Technologies > Patented fiber-optic web position sensors and advanced web guiding controllers — the precision measurement and control core of modern roll-to-roll manufacturing. Generated: 2026-10-10T02:15:15Z ## Products - [1DC 192](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-192.md): 1DC 192: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 192 mm (7.56 in) sensing range - [1DC 288](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-288.md): 1DC 288: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 288 mm (11.3 in) sensing range - [1DC 384](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-384.md): 1DC 384: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 384 mm (15.12 in) sensing range - [1DC 480](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-480.md): 1DC 480: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 480 mm (18.90 in) sensing range - [1DC 768](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-768.md): 1DC 768: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 768 mm (30.2 in) sensing range - [1DC 96](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-96.md): 1DC 96: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 96 mm (3.78 in) sensing range - [1DC 960](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/1dc-960.md): 1DC 960: One Sensor. Infinite Possibilities. 960 mm (37.8 in) sensing range - [BLA Series](https://r2r.tech/products/actuators/bla.md): Ball screw actuators for low-to-medium load terminal guides. Ball screw drive – converts rotary motion to linear motion with minimal backlash - [Compact Web Guiding Systems](https://r2r.tech/products/web-guides/compact-web-guiding-systems.md): This compact web guiding system is a fully integrated web guide that can be installed in ten minutes or less. Simplest web guide. Period! - [LHS Series](https://r2r.tech/products/actuators/lhs.md): Compact Precision. Zero Air Required. Non-captive direct lead screw design – converts rotary stepper motor motion directly into linear thrust with no belts, pulleys, or gearboxes to maintain - [Low Profile Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/products/web-guides/low-profile-web-guides.md): Low profile web guides from Roll-2-Roll Technologies are the easiest and simplest web guides. These web guides are designed to meet tight installation. - [MC QD 1140/1141/1240/1241 2A Driver](https://r2r.tech/products/motor-drivers/mc-qd-1140114112401241-2a-driver.md): Compact Stepper Driver. SCU5 Powered. Zero External Power Supply. SCU5-powered operation – receives both 24 VDC power and RS485 communication through a single pre-wired motor communication cable; no… - [MC QD 1180/1181/1260 5.5A Driver](https://r2r.tech/products/motor-drivers/mc-qd-118011811260-55a-driver.md): High-Current Stepper Driver for Heavy-Load Actuators. High-current output up to 5.5A – drives high-thrust bi-polar stepper motors for large LHS actuators and RLA models that exceed the 2A driver… - [ODC 192](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-192.md): ODC 192: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 192 mm (7.6 in) sensing range - [ODC 288](https://r2r.tech/products/odc-288.md): ODC 288: Eliminate Recalibration. Detect Any Material. 288 mm (11.3 in) sensing range - [ODC 384](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-384.md): ODC 384: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 384 mm (15.1 in) sensing range - [ODC 48](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-48.md): ODC 48: Eliminate Recalibration. Detect Any Material. 48 mm (1.9 in) sensing range - [ODC 480](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-480.md): ODC 480: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 480 mm (18.9 in) sensing range - [ODC 768](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-768.md): ODC 768: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 768 mm (30.2 in) sensing range - [ODC 96](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-96.md): ODC 96: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 96 mm (3.8 in) sensing range - [ODC 960](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/odc-960.md): ODC 960: Affordable Camera Technology to Replace Machine Vision. 960 mm (37.8 in) sensing range - [RLA Series](https://r2r.tech/products/actuators/rla.md): Maximum Thrust for the Heaviest Web Handling Applications. Reverse parallel belt-and-pulley design – belt, pulley, and rotary motor driving a ball or roller screw delivers the highest thrust in the… - [Roll-2-Roll Steering Guide](https://r2r.tech/products/web-guides/steering-guide.md): The Roll-2-Roll Steering Guide is ideal for guiding after a long entry span, where displacement guides are not an option. - [Roll-2-Roll Unwind/Rewind Guide](https://r2r.tech/products/unwind-rewind-guide.md): Unwind and rewind kits include a linear actuator, sensor and controller to move shifting stands in unwind and rewind guiding application. - [SCU5](https://r2r.tech/products/controller/scu5.md): Roll-2-Roll Controller is the brain of the Roll-2-Roll Sensors and the Roll-2-Roll Web Guide, standalone sensing/measurement and closed-loop control applications. - [SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/products/sensor-controller/scu6x.md): SCU6x: Redefining Performance and Simplicity. Next-generation processing – 3x faster than SCU5 with 10x more memory - [Web Guide Upgrade Kit](https://r2r.tech/products/web-guides/web-guide-upgrade-kit.md): The web guide replacement kit is a cost effective option to upgrade existing displacement guides, steering guides, unwind stands and rewind stands. - [Wide Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/products/web-guides/wide-web-guides.md): The Most Intelligent Web Guides Should Be Easy to Use. Handles wide web materials – designed for wider converting applications - [WPS 112](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/wps-112.md): The wider sensing window provided by WPS 112 allows for 4" web width change capacity in single edge guiding applications without calibration. - [WPS 221](https://r2r.tech/sensors/wps-221.md): WPS 221 is a wide sensor with multiple applications including web edge sensing, width measurement, thread counting and monitoring. - [WPS 440](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/wps-440.md): The WPS 440 is a wide sensor with multiple applications including web edge sensing, width measurement, thread counting, void detection, etc. - [WPS 48](https://r2r.tech/products/sensors/wps-48.md): WPS 48 is the most versatile sensor of the Roll-2-Roll Sensor family. Applications for the sensor include edge sensing, contrast sensing, and line sensing. - [WPS 900](https://r2r.tech/sensors/wps-900.md): WPS 900 is a versatile sensor with a 901.4 mm (35.49") sensor range. It accommodates up to 1720 mm (67.8”) of web width change without the need for sensor repositioning. When compared to mechanical… ## Quick Start Guides - [Splice Detection — Industrial Ethernet — 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/splice-detection/ethernet/1dc.md): Detect splices on a moving web so your machine can react — reject product, slow down, alert operators, or log events. - [Splice Detection — Industrial Ethernet — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/splice-detection/ethernet/scu6x.md): Detect splices on a moving web so your machine can react — reject product, slow down, alert operators, or log events. - [Splice Detection — Digital Output — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/splice-detection/digital/scu6x.md): Detect splices on a moving web so your machine can react — reject product, slow down, alert operators, or log events. - [Position Measurement — Analog Output — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/position-measurement/analog/scu5.md): Measure edge, centerline, or contrast/line position on a moving web to monitor drift, feed back to a web guide, or trigger alerts. - [Position Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/position-measurement/ethernet/scu5.md): Measure edge, centerline, or contrast/line position on a moving web to monitor drift, feed back to a web guide, or trigger alerts. - [Position Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/position-measurement/ethernet/scu6x.md): Measure edge, centerline, or contrast/line position on a moving web to monitor drift, feed back to a web guide, or trigger alerts. - [Position Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/position-measurement/ethernet/1dc.md): Measure edge, centerline, or contrast/line position on a moving web to monitor drift, feed back to a web guide, or trigger alerts. - [Web Width Measurement — Analog Output — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/analog/scu5.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Web Width Measurement — Digital Monitoring — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/digital/scu5.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Web Width Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/ethernet/scu5.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Web Width Measurement — Digital Monitoring — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/digital/scu6x.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Web Width Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/ethernet/scu6x.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Web Width Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-width/ethernet/1dc.md): Measure total web width using one or two sensors — monitor for quality, alert on tolerance violations, or feed back to upstream processes. - [Multiple Web Width Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/multi-web-width/ethernet/scu6x.md): Measure multiple strips or lanes simultaneously — up to 64 lanes per controller. Verify slitting accuracy, monitor each lane in real time, and detect missing lanes or blade wear. - [Multiple Web Width Measurement — Digital Monitoring — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/multi-web-width/digital/scu6x.md): Measure multiple strips or lanes simultaneously — up to 64 lanes per controller. Verify slitting accuracy, monitor each lane in real time, and detect missing lanes or blade wear. - [Multiple Web Width Measurement — Industrial Ethernet — 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/multi-web-width/ethernet/1dc.md): Measure multiple strips or lanes simultaneously — up to 64 lanes per controller. Verify slitting accuracy, monitor each lane in real time, and detect missing lanes or blade wear. - [Intermediate Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/edge/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/edge/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/center/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/center/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/line/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/line/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/contrast/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/contrast/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Master-Slave Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/master-slave/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Master-Slave Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/master-slave/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Open-Loop Oscillation — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/oscillation-open/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Open-Loop Oscillation — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/oscillation-open/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Closed-Loop Oscillation — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/oscillation-closed/scu5.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Intermediate Web Guide — Closed-Loop Oscillation — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-intermediate/oscillation-closed/scu6x.md): Guide web to a precise position using an intermediate web guide with LHS actuators — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically steers the web. Seven guiding modes, two co… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/edge/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/edge/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/center/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/center/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/line/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/line/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/contrast/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/contrast/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Oscillation (Open Loop) — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/oscillation-open/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Oscillation (Open Loop) — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/oscillation-open/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Oscillation (Closed Loop) — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/oscillation-closed/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Oscillation (Closed Loop) — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/oscillation-closed/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Master/Slave Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/master-slave/scu5.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Unwind/Rewind Web Guide — Master/Slave Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/web-guiding-unwind-rewind/master-slave/scu6x.md): Guide the web at the unwind or rewind by shifting the roll itself — high-thrust actuators move the heavy roll the moment the sensor sees the web drift. Seven guiding modes, two controllers, all on Ro… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/edge/scu5.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Edge Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/edge/scu6x.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/center/scu5.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Center Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/center/scu6x.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/contrast/scu5.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Contrast Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/contrast/scu6x.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/line/scu5.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Line Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/line/scu6x.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Master-Slave Guiding — SCU5](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/master-slave/scu5.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… - [Retrofit an Existing Web Guide — Master-Slave Guiding — SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/resources/quick-start/retrofit/master-slave/scu6x.md): Retrofit a legacy or competitor web guide with a Roll-2-Roll sensor, controller, and actuator on your existing guide structure — a closed control loop (sensor → controller → actuator) that physically… ## Tools & APIs - [Quick Start Guides JSON API](https://r2r.tech/api/v1/quick-start-guides): Machine-readable index of every Quick Start Guide: applications, controllers, output types, sensor models, per-guide markdown/PDF URLs. - [Site Search JSON API](https://r2r.tech/api/v1/search?q=ODC+96): Search the site by model, part number or keyword: GET /api/v1/search?q=&limit=<1-20> returns an exact SKU or part-number match and ranked results as JSON. ## Industries - [Battery Manufacturing](https://r2r.tech/industries/battery-manufacturing.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies provides advanced sensor solutions designed for the spatial constraints and precision requirements of modern battery manufacturing. As the industry moves toward wider webs… - [Converting & Flexible Packaging](https://r2r.tech/industries/converting-flexible-packaging.md): The converting industry is defined by "High-Mix, Low-Volume" production. Converters constantly switch between materials—clear poly films one hour, opaque paper the next, and reflective foils after… - [Film Extrusion](https://r2r.tech/industries/film-extrusion.md): Film extrusion (Blown and Cast) is a continuous, 24/7 process where stability is paramount. Roll-2-Roll Sensors provide non-contact precision to measure and align the web without damaging the… - [Flexible Printed Electronics](https://r2r.tech/industries/flexible-printed-electronics.md): Printing circuits (RFID, OLED, Solar) on flexible substrates combines the throughput of roll-to-roll manufacturing with the precision of semiconductor fabrication. Roll-2-Roll provides a Vision… - [Label & Narrow Web](https://r2r.tech/industries/label-narrow-web.md): The Narrow Web market is focused on label printing (flexo/digital) and converting. Space is the defining constraint. Roll-2-Roll delivers high-performance guiding that fits where others can't… - [Metal Processing](https://r2r.tech/industries/metal-processing.md): Coil coating, steel, and aluminum processing involve heavy, rigid webs in harsh environments defined by oil, vibration, and impact. Roll-2-Roll delivers robust sensing capable of managing the… - [Nonwovens & Hygiene](https://r2r.tech/industries/nonwovens-hygiene.md): The nonwovens sector (diapers, sanitary napkins, medical textiles) processes materials that are lightweight, highly porous, and fragile. Roll-2-Roll sensors excel here because with One Sensor for… - [Paper & Printing](https://r2r.tech/industries/paper-printing.md): High-speed printing and paper converting are driven by speed, often reaching 2000 fpm. Roll-2-Roll sensors provide stable guiding that ignores the flutter and dust inherent to high-speed paper… - [Pharma & Medical](https://r2r.tech/industries/pharma-medical.md): Medical packaging and transdermal patches require 100% defect-free production. Position and width data stream to your PLC over EtherNet/IP or PROFINET, so your validated system can record it… - [Textile & Composites](https://r2r.tech/industries/textile-composites.md): Carbon fiber manufacturing and textile production require sensing systems that can see "Black-on-Black" and handle complex textures. Roll-2-Roll brings Vision System Capabilities to the production… - [Tire & Rubber](https://r2r.tech/industries/tire-rubber.md): Building tires involves layering sticky rubber, steel belts, and fabric cords. The defining challenge is contrast: detecting black material on black backgrounds. Roll-2-Roll Sensors are a Vision… ## Documentation - [1.5in Mounting Bracket for WPS and ODC Family](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/15in-mounting-bracket-wps-and-odc-family.md): 1.5" Mounting Bracket for WPS and ODC - [1DC 192](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-192.md): 1DC 192 - [1DC 192 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-192-xx-qd.md): 1DC 192 xx-QD - [1DC 288-xx](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-288-xx.md): 1DC 288-xx - [1DC 288-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-288-xx-qd.md): 1DC 288-xx QD - [1DC 384](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-384.md): 1DC 384 - [1DC 384-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-384-xx-qd.md): 1DC 384-xx QD - [1DC 480](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-480.md): 1DC 480 - [1DC 480-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-480-xx-qd.md): 1DC 480-xx QD - [1DC 768](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-768.md): 1DC 768 - [1DC 768-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-768-xx-qd.md): 1DC 768-xx QD - [1DC 96](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-96.md): 1DC 96 - [1DC 96-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-96-xx-qd.md): 1DC 96-xx QD - [1DC 960](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1dc-960.md): 1DC 960 - [1DC 960-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/1dc-960-xx-qd.md): 1DC 960-xx QD - [1DC Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/1dc-product-brochure.md): 1DC Product Brochure - [1DC Series: Product Data Sheet](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/1dc-series-product-data-sheet.md): 1DC Series: Product Data Sheet - [1in Mounting Bracket for WPS and ODC Family](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/1in-mounting-bracket-wps-and-odc-family.md): 1" Mounting for WPS and ODC Family - [24 V DC Input Power Cable 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/24-v-dc-input-power-cable-2d-drawing.md): 24 V DC Input Power Cable 2D Drawing - [28in Web Guide Assembly -- Low Profile Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/28in-web-guide-assembly-low-profile-web-guide.md): 28in Web Guide Assembly -- Low Profile Web Guide - [761KS12 Sealed Power Plug, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/761ks12-sealed-power-plug-010-25mm-center-pin.md): 761KS12 Sealed Power Plug, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, tip insulator color black, Cable OD range 0.125"-0.150" [3.2-3.8mm] - [Application Survey Paper Copy](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/application-survey-paper-copy.md): Application Survey Paper Copy - [ARIS Compact Web Guiding System Product Manual (V2)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-compact-web-guiding-system-product-manual-v2.md): The ARIS web guiding system brings an innovative way of guiding the web to the converting industry; a guiding system that does not require any setup or manual recalibration after product… - [ARIS Compact Web Guiding System Product Manual (V2.2)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-compact-web-guiding-system-product-manual-v22.md): This product manual provides information about installation, use and maintenance of ARIS Web Guiding System (WGS). The web guiding system is designed for use in indoor industrial and laboratory… - [ARIS Retrofit Kit Product and User Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-retrofit-kit-product-and-user-manual.md): The retrofit kit for upgrading any web guide mechanism. - [ARIS SCU5 EtherNet/IP Configuration Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-scu5-ethernetip-configuration-manual.md): ARIS SCU5 EtherNet/IP Configuration Manual - [ARIS Web Position Sensor Product Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-web-position-sensor-product-manual.md): ARIS Web Position Sensor Product Manual - [ARIS WPS 440 Product Manual (Generic Version)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/aris-wps-440-product-manual-generic-version.md): This is the generic version of the product manual for ARIS WPS 440. Please note that the sensor has multiple applications and the product manual would be specific for the end customer application. - [BLA-015-0600-TG or BLA-030-0600-TG](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/bla-015-0600-tg-or-bla-030-0600-tg.md): BLA-015-0600-TG or BLA-030-0600-TG Upgrade Actuator - [BLA-067-0600-TG](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/bla-067-0600-tg.md): BLA-067-0600-TG - [BLA-0xx-0600-TG 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/bla-0xx-0600-tg-2d-drawing.md): BLA-0xx-0600-TG 2D Drawing Ball Screw Linear Actuator - [CA761KS07984 2 Meter Molded Sealed DC Power Cable Assembly, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, tip insulator color black](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/ca761ks07984-2-meter-molded-sealed-dc-power-cable-assembly-010-25mm.md): CA761KS07984 2 Meter Molded Sealed DC Power Cable Assembly, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, tip insulator color black - [CARA761KS07984 2 Meter Molded Sealed DC Power Cable Assembly, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, tip insulator color black, Right Angle](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/cara761ks07984-2-meter-molded-sealed-dc-power-cable-assembly-010-25mm.md): CARA761KS07984 2 Meter Molded Sealed DC Power Cable Assembly, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, tip insulator color black, Right Angle - [Case Study - Line Guiding Application](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-line-guiding-application.md): Tracking a printed line within other lines using Roll-2-Roll® Sensor System. Converter of Precision Die-Cut Components in Indiana Engineering Manager Customer Our customer needed three web guides… - [Case Study - Pneumo-hydraulic North American Web Guide Upgrade](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-pneumo-hydraulic-north-american-web-guide-upgrade.md): A North American Web Guide Upgrade using Roll-2-Roll Technologies Upgrade Kit for Pneumo-hydraulic web guide systems - [CASE STUDY - Pneumo-Hydraulic Web Guide Upgrade](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-pneumo-hydraulic-web-guide-upgrade.md): Multiple aging and failing web guides were repaired with the pneumo-hydraulic web guide upgrade from Roll-2-Roll Technologies - [Case Study - Uneven Edge Guiding - Specialty Sensing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-uneven-edge-guiding-specialty-sensing.md): This case study presents a method of using contrast sensing for line guiding as a solution for uneven edge guiding. - [Case Study - Web Guide Upgrade with Roll-2-Roll Web Guide Upgrade Kit](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-web-guide-upgrade-roll-2-roll-web-guide-upgrade-kit.md): Several aging web guides on converting lines were retrofitted with web guide upgrade kits with the latest technology in web sensing. - [Case Study - Wide Web Guide System for Textiles](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-wide-web-guide-system-textiles.md): A wide web guide system for a textile converting operations, selected due to simplicity and ease of installation and operation. - [Case Study Contrast Sensing Web Guiding for Textiles Converting](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-contrast-sensing-web-guiding-textiles-converting.md): Upgrade of a web guide system for specialty center guiding with the latest Roll-2-Roll® Sensor System for Contrast Sensing. Specialty Textiles Manufacturer - Illinois James Iglesias - Maintenance… - [CASE STUDY: Compact Web Guide with Ethernet Communication](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-compact-web-guide-ethernet-communication.md): A Compact web guide ethernet communication application for an embossing metals line. Additional requirement of guiding in both directions - [CASE STUDY: Pneumo-hydraulic Web Guide Upgrade of a GWD Web Guide MA 2200](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-pneumo-hydraulic-web-guide-upgrade-gwd-web-guide-ma-2200.md): Pneumo-hydraulic web guide upgrade of General Web Dynamics system with sensor, controller and actuator problems from lack of manufacturer service and parts - [CASE STUDY: Web Guide Sensor Upgrade - Metal Lamination](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-web-guide-sensor-upgrade-metal-lamination.md): Web guide sensor upgrade of a web guiding system for metal lamination. The application required a contrast sensor application. - [CASE STUDY: Web Guide Upgrade Kit for Aging Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-web-guide-upgrade-kit-aging-web-guides.md): Web Guide Upgrade for aging web guide systems of different manufacturers. Existing web guides were having trouble with sensors, controllers and actuators. - [CASE STUDY: Web Guide Upgrade of Pneumo-hydraulic Web Guide for a Slitting Operation](https://r2r.tech/documentation/case-studies/case-study-web-guide-upgrade-pneumo-hydraulic-web-guide-slitting.md): The pneumo-hydraulic web guide was out of service, and the manufacturer no longer provided support or spare parts. A web guide upgrade provided a solution. - [Compact Web Guiding System Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/compact-web-guiding-system-product-brochure.md): The product brochure for the compact web guiding system. - [Compact Web Guiding System Product Manual (V2.4)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/compact-web-guiding-system-product-manual-v24.md): This product manual provides information about installation, use and maintenance of Compact Web Guiding System. The web guiding system is designed for use in indoor industrial and laboratory… - [Contrast guiding performance of web guides](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/contrast-guiding-performance-web-guides.md): The contrast guiding performance of web guides is described in this article. Contrast guiding or line guiding are a specific applications for web guides. - [Dimensional drawing of Compact Web Guiding System](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/dimensional-drawing-compact-web-guiding-system.md): Dimensions of the Compact Web Guiding System - [Dimensional drawing of Low Profile Web Guide - U Pattern](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/dimensional-drawing-low-profile-web-guide-u-pattern.md): Dimensional drawing of Low Profile Web Guide - U Pattern - [Dimensional drawing of Low Profile Web Guide - Z Pattern](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/dimensional-drawing-low-profile-web-guide-z-pattern.md): Dimensional drawing of Low Profile Web Guide - Z Pattern - [Dimensional drawing of Wide Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/dimensional-drawing-wide-web-guides.md): Dimensional drawing of the Wide Web Guides - [EtherCAT ECS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/ethercat-ecs-file-scu5-firmware-version-35-using-hilscher-module.md): EtherCAT ECS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module - [EtherNet/IP EDS File for Roll-2-Roll® Communication Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/ethernetip-eds-file-roll-2-rollr-communication-module.md): EtherNet/IP EDS File for Roll-2-Roll® Communication Module - [EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/ethernetip-eds-file-scu5-firmware-version-35-using-hilscher-module.md): EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module - [EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using HMS Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/ethernetip-eds-file-scu5-firmware-version-35-using-hms-module.md): EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using HMS Module - [EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU6x firmware Version 4.1+ using Hilscher Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/ethernetip-eds-file-scu6x-firmware-version-41-using-hilscher-module.md): EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU6x firmware Version 4.1+ using Hilscher Module - [General Product Brochure - 4 Page](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/general-product-brochure-4-page.md): Summary of all the product groups available for the converting industry. The product brochure includes summaries of web position sensors, controller, web guiding systems, and data analytics package… - [Installation of Displacement Guide](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/installation-displacement-guide.md): Installation of Displacement Guide - [Installation of Steering Guide](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/installation-steering-guide.md): Installation of Steering Guide - [LHS-005-0125-LP: 2D Drawing (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-005-0125-lp-2d-drawing-dxf.md): LHS-005-0125-LP: 2D Drawing (dxf) - [LHS-005-0400-LP](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/lhs-005-0400-lp.md): LHS-005-0400-LP.stp - [LHS-005-0400-LP: 2D Drawing (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-005-0400-lp-2d-drawing-dxf.md): LHS-005-0400-LP: 2D Drawing (dxf) - [LHS-005-0xxx-LP: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-005-0xxx-lp-2d-drawing-pdf.md): LHS-005-0xxx-LP: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [LHS-015-0150-WG: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-015-0150-wg-2d-drawing-pdf.md): LHS-015-0150-WG: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [LHS-020-0400-RF](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/lhs-020-0400-rf.md): LHS-020-0400-RF -- Retrofit Actuator for Supported Rails - [LHS-020-0400-TG](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/lhs-020-0400-tg.md): LHS-020-0400-TG -- Retrofit Actuator with Side Support - [LHS-020-0600-RF](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/lhs-020-0600-rf.md): LHS-020-0600-RF -- Retrofit Actuator for Supported Rails - [LHS-020-0xxx-RF: 2D Drawing (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-020-0xxx-rf-2d-drawing-dxf.md): LHS-020-0xxx-RF: 2D Drawing (dxf) - [LHS-020-0xxx-RF: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-020-0xxx-rf-2d-drawing-pdf.md): LHS-020-0xxx-RF: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [LHS-020-x400-TG](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-020-x400-tg.md): Retrofit actuator with front rod eye and rear eye. - [LHS-030-xxxx-RF](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/lhs-030-xxxx-rf.md): LHS-030-xxxx-RF -- High thrust retrofit actuator without linear support - [LHS-030-xxxx-RF: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/lhs-030-xxxx-rf-2d-drawing-pdf.md): LHS-030-xxxx-RF: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [Low Profile Web Guide Product Manual (V2.4)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/low-profile-web-guide-product-manual-v24.md): This product manual provides information about installation, use and maintenance of the Low Profile Web which is powered by the ARIS Web Position Sensors and the ARIS SCU5 controller. The web… - [Low Profile Web Guides Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/low-profile-web-guides-product-brochure.md): The product brochure is a summary of the features and benefits of the low profile web guides. - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 10m (Murr 7000-19041-7051000)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-10m-murr-7000-19041-7051000.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 10m (Murr 7000-19041-7051000) - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 10m (Turck RK 12T-10)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-10m-turck-rk-12t-10.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 10m (Turck RK 12T-10) - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 3m (Murr 7000-19041-7050300)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-3m-murr-7000-19041-7050300.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 3m (Murr 7000-19041-7050300) - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 3m (Turck RK 12T-3)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-3m-turck-rk-12t-3.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 3m (Turck RK 12T-3) - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 5m (Murr 7000-19041-7050500)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-5m-murr-7000-19041-7050500.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 5m (Murr 7000-19041-7050500) - [M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 5m (Turck RK 12T-5)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-12-pin-female-pigtail-5m-turck-rk-12t-5.md): M12 12-pin Female to Pigtail 5m (Turck RK 12T-5) - [M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable (Turck RSS RJ45S 441-xM)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-rj45s-shielded-cable-turck-rss-rj45s-441-xm.md): M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable (Turck RSS RJ45S 441-xM) - [M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 16.4ft/5m (Murr 7700-44711-S4U0500)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-rj45s-shielded-cable-164ft5m-murr-7700-44711-s4u0500.md): M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 16.4ft/5m (Murr 7700-44711-S4U0500) - [M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 16.4ft/5m (Phoenix Contact 1407362)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-rj45s-shielded-cable-164ft5m-phoenix-contact-1407362.md): M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 16.4ft/5m (Phoenix Contact 1407362) - [M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 32.8ft/10m (Murr 7700-44711-S4U1000)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-rj45s-shielded-cable-328ft10m-murr-7700-44711-s4u1000.md): M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 32.8ft/10m (Murr 7700-44711-S4U1000) - [M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 9.8ft/3m (Murr 7700-44711-S4U0300)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/m12-rj45s-shielded-cable-98ft3m-murr-7700-44711-s4u0300.md): M12 to RJ45S, Shielded Cable - 9.8ft/3m - [Master/Slave Web Guiding System Installation](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/masterslave-web-guiding-system-installation.md): Master/slave guiding is a technique used to align two layers of web material, one on top of the other. This process involves measuring the position of the unguided master web, which serves as the… - [Material-Agnostic Fiber-Optic Web Edge Sensor](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/material-agnostic-fiber-optic-web-edge-sensor.md): Repeatability and linearity of the material agnostic web edge sensor are highlighted in this whitepaper; edge sensor requires no setup or calibration. - [MC QD 1140-1141-1240](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/mc-qd-1140-1141-1240.md): External motor Driver for standard actuators with SCU5 controller - [MC QD 1180-1181-1260](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/mc-qd-1180-1181-1260.md): External motor Driver for high thrust actuators with SCU5 controller - [Motor Communication Cable](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/motor-communication-cable.md): Motor Communication Cable - [Motor Controller - MC QD 1140/1141/1240/1241: 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/motor-controller-mc-qd-1140114112401241-2d-drawing.md): Motor Controller - MC QD 1140/1141/1240/1241: 2D Drawing - [Motor Controller - MC QD 1140/1141/1240/1241: 2D Drawing (DXF)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/motor-controller-mc-qd-1140114112401241-2d-drawing-dxf.md): Motor Controller - MC QD 1140/1141/1240/1241 2D Drawing (DXF) - [Motor Controller - MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260: 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/motor-controller-mc-qd-118011811211123012311260-2d-drawing.md): Motor Controller - MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260: 2D Drawing - [Motor Driver MC QD 1140/1141/1161/1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1240/1260](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/motor-driver-mc-qd-1140114111611180118112111230123112401260.md): Motor driver documentation - [Mounting Bracket for 1.5in or 40mm Extrusion for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/mounting-bracket-15in-or-40mm-extrusion-wps-odc-family-and-1dc-series.md): Mounting Bracket for 1.5" or 40 mm Extrusion for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - [Mounting Bracket for 1in or 25mm Extrusion for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/mounting-bracket-1in-or-25mm-extrusion-wps-odc-family-and-1dc-series.md): Mounting Bracket for 1" or 25 mm Extrusion for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - [Narrow Web Steering Guides Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/narrow-web-steering-guides-product-brochure.md): Narrow web steering guide product brochure includes the key benefits, features and specifications of the steering guides. - [New Mounting Brackets for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - 1.5 in or 40 mm extrusion](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/new-mounting-brackets-wps-odc-family-and-1dc-series-15-or-40-mm-extrusion.md): New Mounting Brackets for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - 1.5 in or 40 mm extrusion - [New Mounting Brackets for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - 1in or 25 mm extrusion](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/new-mounting-brackets-wps-odc-family-and-1dc-series-1in-or-25-mm.md): New Mounting Brackets for WPS, ODC Family and 1DC Series - 1in or 25 mm extrusion - [North American Web Guide - H5533 Actuator Replacement Kit](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/north-american-web-guide-h5533-actuator-replacement-kit.md): North American Web Guide - H5533 Actuator Replacement Kit - [ODC 192 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-192-xx-qd.md): ODC 192 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 192-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-192-xx-qd.md): ODC 192-xx QD - [ODC 288 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-288-xx-qd.md): ODC 288 xx-QD - [ODC 288-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-288-xx-qd.md): ODC 288-xx QD - [ODC 384 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-384-xx-qd.md): ODC 384 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 384-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-384-xx-qd.md): ODC 384-xx QD - [ODC 48 xx-QD: 2D Drawing ](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-48-xx-qd-2d-drawing.md): ODC 48 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 48-xx QD (1" Mounting w/Left Side Connector)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-48-xx-qd-1-mounting-wleft-side-connector.md): ODC 48-xx QD (1" Mounting w/Left Side Connector) - [ODC 48-xx QD (1" Mounting w/Right Side Connector)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-48-xx-qd-1-mounting-wright-side-connector.md): ODC 48-xx QD (1" Mounting w/Right Side Connector) - [ODC 48-xx QD (No Mounting)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-48-xx-qd-no-mounting.md): ODC 48-IR QD (No Mounting) - [ODC 48-xx QD (NW 17 Rail)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-48-xx-qd-nw-17-rail.md): ODC 48-xx QD (NW 17 Rail) - [ODC 48-xx QD w/1in Mounting Bracket](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-48-xx-qd-w1in-mounting-bracket.md): ODC 48-xx QD w/1in Mounting Bracket - [ODC 480 xx-QD: 2D Drawing ](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-480-xx-qd-2d-drawing.md): ODC 480 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 480-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-480-xx-qd.md): ODC 480-xx QD - [ODC 768 xx-QD: 2D Drawing ](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-768-xx-qd-2d-drawing.md): ODC 768 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 768-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-768-xx-qd.md): ODC 768-xx QD - [ODC 96 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-96-xx-qd.md): ODC 96 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 96-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-96-xx-qd.md): ODC 96-xx QD - [ODC 960 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-960-xx-qd.md): ODC 960 xx-QD: 2D Drawing - [ODC 960 xx-QD: 2D Drawing (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/odc-960-xx-qd-2d-drawing-dxf.md): ODC 960 xx-QD: 2D Drawing (dxf) - [ODC 960-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/odc-960-xx-qd.md): ODC 960-xx QD - [ODC and WPS Installation for Center Guiding and Web Width Measurement](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/odc-and-wps-installation-center-guiding-and-web-width-measurement.md): ODC 96/192/288/384/480/768/960 or WPS 112/221/440/900 Sensor Installation for Center Guiding and Web Width Measurement - [Power Supply Regen Clamp Wiring](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/power-supply-regen-clamp-wiring.md): Power Supply Regen Clamp Wiring - [PROFINET GSDML File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/profinet-gsdml-file-scu5-firmware-version-35-using-hilscher-module.md): PROFINET GSDML File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module - [PROFINET GSDML File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using HMS Module](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/profinet-gsdml-file-scu5-firmware-version-35-using-hms-module.md): PROFINET GSDML File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using HMS Module - [Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Murr 7000-53301-7060500)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/quick-disconnect-sensor-cable-murr-7000-53301-7060500.md): Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Murr 7000-53301-7060500) - [Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Phoenix Contact 1402551)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/quick-disconnect-sensor-cable-phoenix-contact-1402551.md): Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Phoenix Contact 1402551) - [Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Turck RKS 12T-x-RSS 12T)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/quick-disconnect-sensor-cable-turck-rks-12t-x-rss-12t.md): Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Turck RKS 12T-x-RSS 12T) - [Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Turck WKS 12T-x-RSS 12T)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/quick-disconnect-sensor-cable-turck-wks-12t-x-rss-12t.md): Quick Disconnect Sensor Cable (Turck WKS 12T-x-RSS 12T) - [Register Map for 1DC Series Roll-2-Roll® Sensor (v 4.3a+)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/register-map-1dc-series-roll-2-rollr-sensor-v-43a.md): Register Map for 1DC Series Roll-2-Roll® Sensor (v 4.3a+) - [Remote Touch Screen Operator Interface (RTI) User Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/remote-touch-screen-operator-interface-rti-user-manual.md): Remote Touch Screen Operator Interface (RTI) User Manual - [Retrofit Actuator - LHS-0xx-xxxx-TG: 2D Drawing (DXF)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/retrofit-actuator-lhs-0xx-xxxx-tg-2d-drawing-dxf.md): Retrofit actuator with front rod eye and rear eye. - [Retrofit Installation Checklist](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/retrofit-installation-checklist.md): Checklist for retrofit installation. - [RLA-050-0600-TG](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/rla-050-0600-tg.md): RLA-050-0600-TG - [RLA-050-0600-TG: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/rla-050-0600-tg-2d-drawing-pdf.md): RLA-050-0600-TG: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for 1DC Series of Roll-2-Roll® Sensor](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-1dc-series-roll-2-rollr-sensor.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for 1DC Series of Roll-2-Roll® Sensor - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.5d](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu5-cedmced-controller-v35d.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.5d - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6c](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu5-cedmced-controller-v36c.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6c - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6g](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu5-cedmced-controller-v36g.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6g - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6i](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu5-cedmced-controller-v36i.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6i - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6l](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu5-cedmced-controller-v36l.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU5 C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v3.6l - [Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU6x C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v4.1+](https://r2r.tech/documentation/support-files/rockwellab-add-instructions-scu6x-cedmced-controller-v41.md): Rockwell/AB Add-on Instructions for SCU6x C(E)D/MC(E)D controller v4.1+ - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Product Brochure 2020 - Web Guiding Systems, Sensors and Controllers](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-roll-technologies-product-brochure-2020-web-guiding-systems-sensors.md): Latest product brochure on sensors, controllers and web guiding systems - [Roll-2-Roll® Actuators Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-actuators-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll Actuators can be used for any web guiding needs from small intermediate web guides to large 15000 lb shifting unwinds/rewinds. - [Roll-2-Roll® Control Center Pro Software v1.5.0 (Windows)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/software/roll-2-rollr-control-center-pro-software-v150-windows.md): Roll-2-Roll® Control Center Pro Software v1.5.0 (Windows) compatabile only with firmware version 4.5+ - [Roll-2-Roll® Control Center Software (Windows)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/software/roll-2-rollr-control-center-software-windows.md): Roll-2-Roll® Control Center Software (Windows) - [Roll-2-Roll® Controller Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-controller-product-brochure.md): ARIS SCU5 Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: ODC Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-sensor-odc-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: ODC Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: WPS 440 Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-sensor-wps-440-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor WPS 440 Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: WPS 900 Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wps-900-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: WPS 900 Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: WPS Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-sensor-wps-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor: WPS Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Upgrade Kit: Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-upgrade-kit-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Upgrade Kit: Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Web Guide Upgrade Kit Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-web-guide-upgrade-kit-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Web Guide Upgrade Kit Product Brochure - [Roll-2-Roll® Web Guides: Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/roll-2-rollr-web-guides-product-brochure.md): Roll-2-Roll® Web Guides: Product Brochure - [RTI + SCU5 C(E)D Wiring with 2x ODC for Web Width Measurement](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/rti-scu5-ced-wiring-2x-odc-web-width-measurement.md): RTI + SCU5 C(E)D Wiring with 2x ODC for Web Width Measurement - [RTI + SCU5 C(E)D Wiring with 2x ODC for Web Width Measurement with Stacklight](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/rti-scu5-ced-wiring-2x-odc-web-width-measurement-stacklight.md): RTI + SCU5 C(E)D Wiring with 2x ODC for Web Width Measurement with Stacklight - [RTI + SCU5 MC(E)D Wiring with MC QD 1140/1141/1240 with Retrofit Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/rti-scu5-mced-wiring-mc-qd-114011411240-retrofit-actuator.md): RTI + SCU5 MC(E)D Wiring with MC QD 1140/1141/1240 with Retrofit Actuator - [SCU5](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/scu5.md): SCU5 - [SCU5 C(x)D Wiring with ODC (Industrial Ethernet)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-cxd-wiring-odc-industrial-ethernet.md): SCU5 C(x)D Wiring with ODC (Industrial Ethernet) - [SCU5 C(x)D Wiring with WPS Sensor (Industrial Ethernet)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-cxd-wiring-wps-sensor-industrial-ethernet.md): SCU5 C(x)D Wiring with WPS Sensor (Industrial Ethernet) - [SCU5 Controller: 2D Drawing (DXF)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/scu5-controller-2d-drawing-dxf.md): SCU5 D/MD/MC(E)D Controller 2D Drawing (DXF) - [SCU5 Controller: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/scu5-controller-2d-drawing-pdf.md): SCU5 D/MD/MC(E)D Controller 2D Drawing - [SCU5 D Wiring with ODC (Analog Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-d-wiring-odc-analog-output.md): SCU5 D Wiring with ODC (Analog Output) - [SCU5 D Wiring with WPS Sensor (Analog Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-d-wiring-wps-sensor-analog-output.md): SCU5 D Wiring with WPS Sensor (Analog Output) - [SCU5 DD Opto-Isolated Output Documentation](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-dd-opto-isolated-output-documentation.md): SCU5 DD Opto-Isolated Output Documentation - [SCU5 DD Wiring with ODC (Digital Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-dd-wiring-odc-digital-output.md): SCU5 DD Wiring with ODC (Digital Output) - [SCU5 DD Wiring with WPS Sensor (Digital Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-dd-wiring-wps-sensor-digital-output.md): SCU5 DD Wiring with WPS Sensor (Digital Output) - [SCU5 DI Wiring with ODC (Digital Input and Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-di-wiring-odc-digital-input-and-output.md): SCU5 DI Wiring with ODC (Digital Input and Output) - [SCU5 DI Wiring with WPS Sensor (Digital Input and Output)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-di-wiring-wps-sensor-digital-input-and-output.md): SCU5 DI Wiring with WPS Sensor (Digital Input and Output) - [SCU5 M: Web Guide Controller Product and User Manual (V2.6)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-m-web-guide-controller-product-and-user-manual-v26.md): This is the product and user manual for the SCU5 M web guide controller firmware version 2.6 and later. - [SCU5 MC(x)D Wiring with MC QD 1141/1140/1240 + Web Guide Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-mcxd-wiring-mc-qd-114111401240-web-guide-actuator.md): SCU5 MC(x)D Wiring with MC QD 1141/1140/1240 + Web Guide Actuator - [SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1141/1140/1240 + Web Guide Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-md-wiring-mc-qd-114111401240-web-guide-actuator.md): SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1141 + Web Guide Actuator - [SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Large Upgrade Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-md-wiring-mc-qd-118011811211123012311260-large-upgrade-actuator.md): SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Large Upgrade Actuator - [SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Regen Clamp + Unwind/Rewind Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-md-wiring-mc-qd-118011811211123012311260-regen-clamp.md): SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Regen Clamp + Unwind/Rewind Actuator - [SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Web Guide Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-md-wiring-mc-qd-118011811211123012311260-web-guide-actuator.md): SCU5 MD Wiring with MC QD 1180/1181/1211/1230/1231/1260 + Web Guide Actuator - [SCU5 MD Wiring with ODC Family, MC QD 1140/1141/1240 with Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-md-wiring-odc-family-mc-qd-114011411240-web-guide.md): SCU5 MD Wiring with ODC Family, MC QD 1140/1141/1240 with Web Guide - [SCU5 MDIO Wiring with MC QD 1141/1140/1240 + Web Guide Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu5-mdio-wiring-mc-qd-114111401240-web-guide-actuator.md): SCU5 MDIO Wiring with MC QD 1141/1140/1240 + Web Guide Actuator - [SCU5 MDIO: Digitial Input and Output Documentation](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-mdio-digitial-input-and-output-documentation.md): SCU5 MDIO: Digitial Input and Output Documentation - [SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.5](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-xcxd-register-map-v35.md): SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.5 - [SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-xcxd-register-map-v36.md): SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6 - [SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6d](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-xcxd-register-map-v36d.md): SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6d - [SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6g](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-xcxd-register-map-v36g.md): SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6g - [SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6i](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-xcxd-register-map-v36i.md): SCU5 xC(x)D Register Map for v3.6i - [SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.3](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual-v33.md): This is the product and user manual for the SCU5 Sensor and Web Guide Controller firmware version 3.3. - [SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.4](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual-v34.md): Product and user manual for the SCU5 Sensor and Web Guide Controller, firmware version 3.4 - [SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual-v36.md): SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6 - [SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6d+](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual-v36d.md): SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6d+ - [SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6n+](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu5-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual-v36n.md): SCU5: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual v3.6n+ - [SCU6x](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/scu6x.md): SCU6x: 3D Model (STEP) - [SCU6x Industrial Ethernet Register Map for v4.1+](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu6x-industrial-ethernet-register-map-v41.md): SCU6x Industrial Ethernet Register Map for v4.1+ - [SCU6x MD Wiring Diagram with Retrofit/Upgrade Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-md-wiring-diagram-retrofitupgrade-actuator.md): SCU6x MD Wiring Diagram with Retrofit/Upgrade Actuator - [SCU6x MD Wiring Diagram with Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-md-wiring-diagram-web-guide.md): SCU6x MD Wiring Diagram with Web Guide - [SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind (Small Load)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-mxd-wiring-diagram-unwindrewind-small-load.md): SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind (Small Load) - [SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-mxd-wiring-diagram-unwindrewind-actuator.md): SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator - [SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator with Regen Clamp](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-mxd-wiring-diagram-unwindrewind-actuator-regen-clamp.md): SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator with Regen Clamp - [SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator without Regen Clamp](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-mxd-wiring-diagram-unwindrewind-actuator-without-regen-clamp.md): SCU6x MxD Wiring Diagram with Unwind/Rewind Actuator without Regen Clamp - [SCU6x Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/scu6x-product-brochure.md): SCU6x Product Brochure - [SCU6x Wiring with ODC Family](https://r2r.tech/documentation/wiring-diagrams/scu6x-wiring-odc-family.md): SCU6x Wiring with ODC Family - [SCU6x: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/scu6x-2d-drawing-pdf.md): SCU6x: 2D Drawing (pdf) - [SCU6x: 2D Drawing Front View (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/scu6x-2d-drawing-front-view-dxf.md): SCU6x: 2D Drawing Front View (dxf) - [SCU6x: 2D Drawing SCUx Connectors (dxf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/scu6x-2d-drawing-scux-connectors-dxf.md): SCU6x: 2D Drawing SCUx Connectors (dxf) - [SCU6x: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/scu6x-sensor-and-web-guide-controller-user-manual.md): SCU6x: Sensor and Web Guide Controller User Manual - [SDR-120-24 AC-DC Industrial DIN rail power supply; Output 24Vdc at 5A; Metal casing; Ultra slim width 40mm](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/sdr-120-24-ac-dc-industrial-din-rail-power-supply-output-24vdc-5a.md): SDR-120-24 AC-DC Industrial DIN rail power supply; Output 24Vdc at 5A; Metal casing; Ultra slim width 40mm - [SDR-75-24 AC-DC Industrial DIN rail power supply; Output 24Vdc at 3.2A; Metal casing; Ultra slim width 32mm](https://r2r.tech/documentation/product-sheets/sdr-75-24-ac-dc-industrial-din-rail-power-supply-output-24vdc-32a.md): SDR-75-24 AC-DC Industrial DIN rail power supply; Output 24Vdc at 3.2A; Metal casing; Ultra slim width 32mm - [Sealed Power Jack, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, Solder Lugs](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/sealed-power-jack-010-25mm-center-pin-solder-lugs.md): Sealed Power Jack, 0.10" (2.5mm) center pin, Solder Lugs - [Sensor for Line Guiding and Contrast Guiding Applications](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/sensor-line-guiding-and-contrast-guiding-applications.md): Repeatability and linearity of the contrast sensor for web guiding applications are described. Contrast sensor can work without setup or calibration. - [Sensor Installation Recommendations](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/sensor-installation-recommendations.md): One of the key steps involved in a web guiding system installation is the sensor installation. This document outlines a few key recommendations with regard to position and orientation of the sensor… - [Sensor Installation Recommendations: Inspection Applications](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/sensor-installation-recommendations-inspection-applications.md): One of the key steps involved in a web inspection application is proper sensor installation. This document outlines a few key recommendations with regard to position and orientation of the sensor… - [Servo Center Sensor - 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/servo-center-sensor-2d-drawing.md): Servo Center Sensor - 2D Drawing - [Servo Center Servo Installation](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/servo-center-servo-installation.md): The servo centering is a term used to indicate the middle or center position of a web guide mechanism. For an intermediate web guide this would be the position where the web guide mechanism would be… - [Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): Center Guiding Application (v2.x)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/standard-operating-procedure-sop-center-guiding-application-v2x.md): This document provide the standard operating procedure for the center guiding application. - [Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): Edge Guiding Application (v2.x)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/standard-operating-procedure-sop-edge-guiding-application-v2x.md): This document provide the standard operating procedure for the simple edge guiding application. - [Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): Edge Guiding Application (v3.x)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/standard-operating-procedure-sop-edge-guiding-application-v3x.md): This document provide the standard operating procedure for the simple edge guiding application. This can be printed, laminated and displayed next to the web guide for easy training to new operators. - [Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): Line Guiding Application](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/standard-operating-procedure-sop-line-guiding-application.md): This document provide the standard operating procedure for the simple line guiding application. This can be printed, laminated and displayed next to the web guide for easy training to new operators. - [Standard Operating Procedure - Center Guiding Application (v3.x)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/standard-operating-procedure-center-guiding-application-v3x.md): Standard Operating Procedure - Center Guiding Application (v3.x) - [Unwind/Rewind Guides Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/unwindrewind-guides-brochure.md): Unwind/Rewind Web Guides Brochure provides information about terminal web guide kits available for unwind and rewind guiding applications. - [Unwind/Rewind Installation Checklist](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/unwindrewind-installation-checklist.md): Unwind/Rewind Installation Checklist - [Upgrade Kit Installation Checklist](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/upgrade-kit-installation-checklist.md): Roll-2-Roll® upgrade kit installation checklist. - [Web Edge Sensor Comparison](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/web-edge-sensor-comparison.md): Web Edge Sensor Comparison - [Web Guide Installation Checklist](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/web-guide-installation-checklist.md): Web Guide Installation Checklist - [Web Guide Upgrade or Retrofit Kit](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/web-guide-upgrade-or-retrofit-kit.md): This document provides user and operation information for the web guide retrofit kit. - [Web Guide: Disturbance Rejection Performance](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/web-guide-disturbance-rejection-performance.md): Web guide disturbance rejection performance is quantified with common disturbances such as step and sinusoidal disturbances seen in roll-to-roll machines. - [Web Guides: Dynamic Performance with High Speed Actuator](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/web-guides-dynamic-performance-high-speed-actuator.md): High frequency disturbance rejection performance of web guides with a high speed actuator is discussed in this whitepaper. - [Web Guides: Frequency response of the guide mechanism](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/web-guides-frequency-response-guide-mechanism.md): Theoretical and experimental frequency response of a web guide mechanism are compared. Factors that affect the guide mechanism response are discussed. - [Web Guides: How to Quantify the Dynamic Performance?](https://r2r.tech/documentation/white-papers/web-guides-how-quantify-dynamic-performance.md): Performance of web guides is affected by factors including actuator capability, sensor capability and web handling conditions, which are discussed here. - [Wide Web Guides Product and User Manual](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/wide-web-guides-product-and-user-manual.md): Wide Web Guides Product and User Manual - [Wide Web Guides Product Brochure](https://r2r.tech/documentation/brochures/wide-web-guides-product-brochure.md): The product brochure for the wide web guides. - [WPS 112 with Standard Mounting Brackets: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-112-standard-mounting-brackets-2d-drawing-pdf.md): WPS 112 with Standard Mounting Brackets: 2D Drawing - [WPS 112-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-112-xx-qd.md): WPS 112-xx QD - [WPS 112/221/440/900 or ODC 96/192/288/384/480/768/960 Sensor Installation for to Reduce the Effect of Twist](https://r2r.tech/documentation/manuals/wps-112221440900-or-odc-96192288384480768960-sensor-installation-reduce.md): WPS 112/221/440/900 or ODC 96/192/288/384/480/768/960 Sensor Installation for to Reduce the Effect of Twist - [WPS 221 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-221-xx-qd.md): 2D Drawing: WPS 221 xx-QD - [WPS 221-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-221-xx-qd.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor WPS 221-xx QD - [WPS 440 xx-QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-440-xx-qd.md): 2D Drawing: WPS 440 xx-QD - [WPS 440-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-440-xx-qd.md): WPS 440-xx QD - [WPS 440-xx QD Pixel Location: 2D Drawing](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-440-xx-qd-pixel-location-2d-drawing.md): This 2D drawing provides information about the approximate location of the pixels with respect to the enclosure. - [WPS 48-xx QD (1" Mounting)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-48-xx-qd-1-mounting.md): WPS 48-IR xx (1" Mounting) - [WPS 48-xx QD (No Mounting Bracket)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-48-xx-qd-no-mounting-bracket.md): WPS 48-xx QD (No Mounting Bracket) - [WPS 48-xx QD (NW Rail)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-48-xx-qd-nw-rail.md): WPS 48-xx QD (NW Rail) - [WPS 48-xx QD: 2D Drawing (pdf)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-48-xx-qd-2d-drawing-pdf.md): WPS 48 Sensor with different mounting options - 2D Drawing - [WPS 48: 2D Drawing (DXF)](https://r2r.tech/documentation/2d-drawings/wps-48-2d-drawing-dxf.md): 2D dimensional drawing of the WPS 48 Sensor width different mounting options. - [WPS 900-xx QD](https://r2r.tech/documentation/3d-models/wps-900-xx-qd.md): WPS 900-xx QD ## FAQ - [Can a stepper motor reliably move loads over 10,000 lb for web guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-stepper-motor-reliably-move-loads-over-10000-lb-web-guiding.md): Yes. Roll-2-Roll Technologies stepper-driven actuators routinely move loads exceeding 10,000 lb. On rolling bearings at μ 0.06, the RLA-200 moves about 33,333 lb (20,000 lb at μ 0.1); see the RLA… - [Can I retrofit Roll-2-Roll sensors onto existing web guides?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-i-retrofit-roll-2-roll-sensors-existing-web-guides.md): Yes. Roll-2-Roll upgrade kits replace the sensor, controller and actuator on many existing web guides, including some Fife, AccuWeb and Erhardt+Leimer models. The actuator is matched to your guide's… - [Can one controller run sensors for both forward and reverse directions?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-one-controller-run-sensors-both-forward-and-reverse-directions.md): Yes. The SCU5 and SCU6x controllers can process two sensors simultaneously with independent enable/disable control. This is ideal for bidirectional coating machines that run forward and backward… - [Can Roll-2-Roll actuators replace my existing hydraulic unwind guide system?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-roll-actuators-replace-my-existing-hydraulic-unwind-guide-system.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies actuators are specifically designed for hydraulic cylinder replacement in unwind and rewind guiding applications: What You Eliminate: Hydraulic fluid and the risk of product… - [Can Roll-2-Roll handle multi-lane cascading alignment?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-roll-handle-multi-lane-cascading-alignment.md): Yes. Roll-2-Roll Technologies systems support multi-lane cascading alignment where each lane's edge position automatically sets the guide point for the next lane. Example configuration (14 lanes)… - [Can Roll-2-Roll Master/Slave guiding align webs of different widths?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-roll-masterslave-guiding-align-webs-different-widths.md): Yes. This is a unique capability of Roll-2-Roll Technologies Master/Slave guiding that legacy systems cannot match. By using wide field-of-view sensors (ODC 480, ODC 768, or ODC 960) that see both… - [Can Roll-2-Roll sensors detect splices, flags, and surface defects?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-roll-sensors-detect-splices-flags-and-surface-defects.md): Yes. Because each Roll-2-Roll® sensor is a linear imaging array — not a point sensor — it sees the full profile of the web at capture rates up to 1,000 Hz. Tape splices, operator flags, tears, and… - [Can Roll-2-Roll sensors work in vacuum environments?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-roll-sensors-work-vacuum-environments.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors are vacuum compatible and can detect clear films in vacuum environments. This addresses limitations other sensing technologies have in vacuum: Ultrasonic sensors cannot function… - [Can Roll-2-Roll® Sensors detect clear or transparent films?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-roll-2-rollr-sensors-detect-clear-or-transparent-films.md): Yes. Roll-2-Roll Sensors detect clear films using infrared light reflection. Even transparent materials reflect a small amount of infrared light, which the sensor's CMOS line camera captures and the… - [Can the same Roll-2-Roll® Sensor do both edge guiding AND line guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/can-same-roll-2-rollr-sensor-do-both-edge-guiding-and-line-guiding.md): Yes, the same sensor family does both. An infrared head handles edges and high-contrast printed lines; for most line and contrast work, order the white-light head. The light source is fixed at… - [Do I need a motorized sensor to find and track the line position?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-i-need-motorized-sensor-find-and-track-line-position.md): No. Traditional line sensors have narrow fields of view, requiring motorized positioning to physically move the sensor until it finds the line. Roll-2-Roll Sensors have wide sensing ranges from 48… - [Do I need a vision expert to set up Roll-2-Roll sensors?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-i-need-vision-expert-set-roll-2-roll-sensors.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors are essentially one-dimensional line scan cameras—but without the complexity of traditional machine vision systems: Traditional Machine Vision Roll-2-Roll Technologies Sensors… - [Do I need to reposition the sensor when changing web widths?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-i-need-reposition-sensor-when-changing-web-widths.md): No. Roll-2-Roll Sensors are available in sensing ranges from 48mm to 960mm, allowing a single sensor to accommodate a wide range of web widths without repositioning. For example, an ODC 288 sensor… - [Do I need two sensors for center guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-i-need-two-sensors-center-guiding.md): Not necessarily. Roll-2-Roll offers two approaches: For wide webs with significant width variation, use two sensors mounted on opposite sides. For narrow to medium webs, a single wide sensor like… - [Do Roll-2-Roll sensors require programming or calibration?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-roll-2-roll-sensors-require-programming-or-calibration.md): No. Roll-2-Roll® sensors require zero code and zero calibration. Traditional line scan cameras need a vision engineer, custom software, and careful calibration procedures. Roll-2-Roll® sensors take… - [Do Roll-2-Roll sensors require recalibration when changing materials?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-roll-2-roll-sensors-require-recalibration-when-changing-materials.md): Unlike traditional sensors that require recalibration for each material type, Roll-2-Roll Sensors use adaptive edge detection algorithms that automatically adjust to different material… - [Do Roll-2-Roll sensors work on clear or transparent films?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/do-roll-2-roll-sensors-work-clear-or-transparent-films.md): Yes. Roll-2-Roll fiber-optic sensors detect edges on clear films (PET, BOPP, cellophane) with the same resolution and repeatability as opaque materials. The light scattering technology responds… - [Does line/contrast guiding require a different sensor than edge guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/does-linecontrast-guiding-require-different-sensor-edge-guiding.md): No. With Roll-2-Roll Sensors, you do not need to purchase or install a separate sensor for line/contrast guiding. The same ODC Family or 1DC Series handles edge detection, line guiding, center… - [How do I determine the right actuator size for my unwind or rewind web guide?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-i-determine-right-actuator-size-my-unwind-or-rewind-web-guide.md): Actuator sizing starts with one question: how much force does the actuator need to produce to move your guide or shifting stand reliably? The answer depends on more than just the weight on the… - [How do I handle width changeovers?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-i-handle-width-changeovers.md): Simply adjust the "guide point" on the SCU6x touchscreen. The sensor stays fixed—no mechanical repositioning required. Width changeovers take seconds, not minutes. - [How do I select the right sensor size for center guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-i-select-right-sensor-size-center-guiding.md): Calculate the sensor field of view needed: (1) Find total width change (max width - min width), (2) Divide by 2 (change per side), (3) Add wander delta (typically ±10-25mm safety margin), (4) Select… - [How do I size an actuator for an unwind guiding application?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-i-size-actuator-unwind-guiding-application.md): Sizing an unwind actuator requires more than knowing the total load weight. The key factors are: Breakaway Force: The actuator must overcome static friction to start movement. This depends on the… - [How do Roll-2-Roll sensors connect to my PLC or industrial network?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-roll-2-roll-sensors-connect-my-plc-or-industrial-network.md): Roll-2-Roll® sensors offer two integration paths, both providing real-time edge positions, width measurements, and inspection alerts to your PLC without middleware or custom drivers. The 1DC has a… - [How do Roll-2-Roll sensors keep coating heads aligned in battery electrode manufacturing?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-roll-2-roll-sensors-keep-coating-heads-aligned-battery-electrode-manufacturing.md): In Li-Ion battery electrode coating, the coating must align precisely with the current collector foil. Steering the foil creates stress and wrinkles that cause defects. Instead, Roll-2-Roll Sensors… - [How do stepper motors compare to BLDC motors for web guiding actuators?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-do-stepper-motors-compare-bldc-motors-web-guiding-actuators.md): This is a fair question that deserves a fair answer. Both stepper motors and brushless DC (BLDC) motors with field-oriented control (FOC) are viable drive technologies for web guiding actuators… - [How does electronic guide point adjustment benefit product changeovers?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-does-electronic-guide-point-adjustment-benefit-product-changeovers.md): Electronic guide point adjustment drastically simplifies product changeovers by eliminating the need for operators to physically reposition sensors when the web width changes. Instead of unlocking… - [How does Roll-2-Roll achieve slit-to-feature registration on converting lines?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-does-roll-2-roll-achieve-slit-feature-registration-converting-lines.md): In slit-to-feature applications, the cut must align with artwork or a printed line on the web—not the web edge. Roll-2-Roll Sensors enable this through dynamic tool tracking: Sensor mounting: The… - [How does Roll-2-Roll eliminate hydraulic maintenance on rewind guides?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-does-roll-2-roll-eliminate-hydraulic-maintenance-rewind-guides.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies rewind guides use electromechanical actuators (RLA and BLA series) instead of traditional hydraulic cylinders. This completely eliminates: Hydraulic fluid—no oil to leak… - [How does the belt-driven ball screw design in the RLA Series convert motor torque to linear thrust?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-does-belt-driven-ball-screw-design-rla-series-convert-motor-torque-linear-thrust.md): The RLA Series converts rotary stepper motor torque into linear thrust using a belt-driven ballscrew (or roller screw) mechanism. The conversion follows a straightforward mechanical relationship… - [How is a Roll-2-Roll sensor different from a traditional line scan camera?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-roll-2-roll-sensor-different-traditional-line-scan-camera.md): Both Roll-2-Roll® sensors and traditional line scan cameras capture one-dimensional scans to build profiles of continuously moving webs. However, Roll-2-Roll® sensors use patented linear fiber-optic… - [How long does it take to set up an Roll-2-Roll® Web Guides?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-long-does-it-take-set-roll-2-rollr-web-guides.md): Once the guide is mounted, commissioning is a short menu sequence on the controller: set sensor orientation, check jog direction, servo-center, set the guide point, and switch to Automatic. This is… - [How many sensors can one Roll-2-Roll controller process for Master/Slave guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-many-sensors-can-one-roll-2-roll-controller-process-masterslave-guiding.md): Both SCU5 and SCU6x controllers support two independent sensor channels, enabling single-controller Master/Slave configurations: Channel 1: Master sensor (monitors reference web position) Channel 2… - [How much does legacy edge sensor calibration cost annually?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-much-does-legacy-edge-sensor-calibration-cost-annually.md): The cost of continuing with legacy edge sensors includes: Calibration Labor: 2 hours monthly at $60/hour = $1,440/year per line Extended Changeovers: 2 extra minutes × 5 changes/day × 250 days at… - [How much downtime do width changes cause with moving sensor systems?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/how-much-downtime-do-width-changes-cause-moving-sensor-systems.md): Every width change with traditional moving sensor center guides requires waiting for mechanical positioners to reposition both sensors to the new edge locations. Depending on the distance to travel… - [Is a Roll-2-Roll sensor just a basic edge sensor?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/roll-2-roll-sensor-just-basic-edge-sensor.md): No. A Roll-2-Roll® sensor is actually a line scan camera with vision-like capabilities, packaged with the simplicity of a sensor. Traditional edge sensors give you a single-point measurement — one… - [What are the primary advantages of center guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-are-primary-advantages-center-guiding.md): Here are the primary advantages of center guiding: The most distinct technical advantage of center guiding is that it averages the position of both web edges. By calculating the centerline based on… - [What are the primary differences between terminal and intermediate guides?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-are-primary-differences-between-terminal-and-intermediate-guides.md): Terminal Guides: These are located at the very entry (unwind) and exit (rewind) of a roll-to-roll machine. Their purpose is to manage the master roll—either ensuring the web feeds correctly into the… - [What bearing friction coefficient should I use for actuator sizing?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-bearing-friction-coefficient-should-i-use-actuator-sizing.md): Bearing friction is typically the largest single force term in an actuator sizing calculation, and getting the friction coefficient right matters more than any other input. Catalog values by bearing… - [What causes telescoped rolls and how does Roll-2-Roll prevent them?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-causes-telescoped-rolls-and-how-does-roll-2-roll-prevent-them.md): Telescoped (uneven) roll edges typically result from: Response lag: Hydraulic systems have inherent lag from valve response and fluid compressibility. By the time the guide reacts, the web has… - [What factor of safety should I use when sizing a web guiding actuator?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-factor-safety-should-i-use-when-sizing-web-guiding-actuator.md): The factor of safety (FoS) in actuator sizing serves a specific purpose: it provides margin for forces and conditions that are not fully captured by the model. The right FoS depends on how many of… - [What happens if the web jumps suddenly during chasing—won't the sensor lose track?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-happens-if-web-jumps-suddenly-during-chasing-wont-sensor-lose-track.md): In chasing applications, process upsets can cause the web to wander significantly—due to splice passage, tension changes, or roll eccentricity. This exposes a critical weakness in narrow-range… - [What happens when the printed line is intermittent, such as gaps between labels?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-happens-when-printed-line-intermittent-such-gaps-between-labels.md): The Roll-2-Roll Controller includes Loss of Contrast Inhibit specifically for this situation. When the sensor encounters a gap where the tracked feature disappears (such as the space between… - [What is center guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-center-guiding.md): Center guiding is a web handling technique that maintains the centerline of a moving web by detecting both edges simultaneously and calculating the average position. Unlike single-edge guiding… - [What is edge guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-edge-guiding.md): Edge guiding is a web handling technique that maintains the lateral position of a continuous web by sensing the edge position and automatically steering the web back on course. Edge guiding systems… - [What is fork sensor collision and how does Roll-2-Roll® Sensor avoid it?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-fork-sensor-collision-and-how-does-roll-2-rollr-sensor-avoid-it.md): Fork sensor collision occurs when the web width increases unexpectedly (due to material variation, tension changes, or process adjustments) and the expanding web physically contacts the fork-style… - [What is the advantage of Roll-2-Roll® Sensors for center guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-advantage-roll-2-rollr-sensors-center-guiding.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors eliminate the need for mechanical sensor positioners—motorized assemblies that move sensors to chase edge positions. Traditional center guiding requires sensor positioners… - [What is the difference between mechanical and electronic Master/Slave guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-difference-between-mechanical-and-electronic-masterslave-guiding.md): Mechanical Master/Slave (legacy): The Master sensor is mounted on a motorized slide that physically chases the web position. The Slave sensor is mechanically linked to move the same distance. This… - [What is the difference between the ODC Family and 1DC Series for edge detection?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-difference-between-odc-family-and-1dc-series-edge-detection.md): Both product lines provide the same edge detection repeatability and material versatility. The difference is in how they integrate: Best for: End users who want easy setup with touchscreen interface… - [What is the difference between the ODC Family and 1DC Series for edge guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-difference-between-odc-family-and-1dc-series-edge-guiding.md): Both use the same fiber-optic sensing technology and achieve identical repeatability. The ODC Family requires an external controller (SCU5 or SCU6x) with a touchscreen interface—ideal for end users… - [What is the maximum load capacity of the RLA Series actuators?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-maximum-load-capacity-rla-series-actuators.md): This question highlights an important distinction that causes confusion: load weight is not the same as thrust force. The RLA-200 moves about 33,333 lb on rolling bearings at μ 0.06 (20,000 lb at μ… - [What is the purpose of a dead bar in line guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-purpose-dead-bar-line-guiding.md): In line or contrast guiding, optical sensors or cameras are used to track a printed feature or line. These sensors require a stable focal distance to operate accurately. However, as the web guide… - [What is the resolution of WPS sensors?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-resolution-wps-sensors.md): WPS (Web Position Sensor) series sensors (legacy) have 0.127 mm resolution and sensing ranges of 48, 112, 221, 440 and 900 mm. - [What is the widest center guiding range available?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-widest-center-guiding-range-available.md): Roll-2-Roll center guiding uses one wide-range sensor, or two sensors for wider webs. With two ODC 960 sensors there is no fixed maximum web width—the mechanical spacing between the heads sets… - [What light source should I use for line/contrast guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-light-source-should-i-use-linecontrast-guiding.md): Light source selection depends on your application: Infrared (880 nm): Best for most high-contrast applications including black lines on white, coating edges, and foil substrates. Works for both… - [What line speeds can edge guiding handle?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-line-speeds-can-edge-guiding-handle.md): Roll-2-Roll edge guiding systems maintain 0.0635 mm (0.0025 in) sensor resolution and ±0.127 mm (±0.005 in) repeatability at line speeds up to 760 m/min (2,500 fpm). With a 500 Hz update rate, the… - [What load capacity can Roll-2-Roll rewind guides handle?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-load-capacity-can-roll-2-roll-rewind-guides-handle.md): Load capacity for Roll-2-Roll Technologies electromechanical rewind guides is a sizing result, not a single rating. It's nominal thrust ÷ μ. On rolling bearings at μ 0.06, the RLA-200 moves about… - [What maintenance is required for Roll-2-Roll electronic Master/Slave systems?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-maintenance-required-roll-2-roll-electronic-masterslave-systems.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies electronic Master/Slave guiding eliminates the mechanical components that require constant maintenance in legacy systems: Eliminated maintenance items: Motorized sensor… - [What materials can Roll-2-Roll edge sensors detect?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-materials-can-roll-2-roll-edge-sensors-detect.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors use patented fiber-optic technology based on light scattering rather than light blocking. This means they detect the physical presence of the web edge regardless of optical… - [What materials can Roll-2-Roll sensors inspect?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-materials-can-roll-2-roll-sensors-inspect.md): Roll-2-Roll® sensors work on nearly all web materials, including many that defeat conventional sensors: Clear films — PET, BOPP, cellophane, and other transparent materials work without special… - [What minimum line width can Roll-2-Roll® Sensors detect for guiding purposes?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-minimum-line-width-can-roll-2-rollr-sensors-detect-guiding-purposes.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors can detect and track lines with a minimum width of 2 mm (0.08 in). The sensors also support negative space guiding—tracking the gap between printed features (such as the white… - [What problem occurs when single edge sensors face width changes?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-problem-occurs-when-single-edge-sensors-face-width-changes.md): Manual Sensor Respositioning: If the web is guided to the centerline position using single-edge methods, the sensor must be moved for every width change, increasing setup time and complexity… - [What resolution and repeatability do Roll-2-Roll edge sensors achieve?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-resolution-and-repeatability-do-roll-2-roll-edge-sensors-achieve.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors provide true spatial awareness—not just binary on/off detection: Hardware Resolution 0.0635 mm (0.0025 in) Firmware Resolution Up to 0.015875 mm Repeatability ±0.127 mm (±0.005… - [What resolution and repeatability do Roll-2-Roll® Sensors achieve?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-resolution-and-repeatability-do-roll-2-rollr-sensors-achieve.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors achieve 0.0635 mm (0.0025 in) hardware resolution with ±0.127 mm (±0.005 in) repeatability, and hold it across all material types without recalibration. For comparison, this… - [What sensing range do I need for edge guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-sensing-range-do-i-need-edge-guiding.md): Roll-2-Roll offers sensing ranges from 48 mm to 960 mm (1.9 in to 38 in). For edge guiding, the sensing range should accommodate your maximum expected web wander plus a safety margin. Wider sensing… - [What structural requirements must be met for a successful chasing system?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/what-structural-requirements-must-be-met-successful-chasing-system.md): Chasing systems move heavy machinery (slitter bases, coating heads) rather than lightweight web rollers. This imposes strict mechanical requirements: Structural rigidity: The carriage must be stiff… - [When should I use a Roll-2-Roll sensor instead of a full machine vision system?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/when-should-i-use-roll-2-roll-sensor-instead-full-machine-vision-system.md): When you need vision-like inspection capabilities but a camera-based machine vision system would be overkill for the application. Machine vision systems excel at complex pattern recognition and… - [When should I use line guiding instead of edge guiding on an unwind application?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/when-should-i-use-line-guiding-instead-edge-guiding-unwind-application.md): The choice between edge guiding and line guiding depends on what defines "correct position" for your process: Use Edge Guiding When: The physical web edge is your reference (e.g., die-cutting to… - [Where should a sensor be located relative to the web guide?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/where-should-sensor-be-located-relative-web-guide.md): For web guides located within the machine process, the sensor must be placed in the exit span (the web span immediately following the guide roller). The "1/3rd Rule": The sensor should be located in… - [Why do moving sensor center guides require multiple control loops?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-do-moving-sensor-center-guides-require-multiple-control-loops.md): Traditional center guiding with mechanical sensor positioners requires two competing control loops: Loop 1 guides the web to the target centerline position, while Loop 2 continuously moves the… - [Why do Roll-2-Roll® Sensors not require recalibration between materials?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-do-roll-2-rollr-sensors-not-require-recalibration-between-materials.md): Roll-2-Roll Sensors use patented fiber-optic technology with adaptive edge detection algorithms. Unlike ultrasonic sensors that measure sound reflection (affected by material density and porosity)… - [Why does Roll-2-Roll use stepper motors instead of servo motors in web guiding actuators?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-does-roll-2-roll-use-stepper-motors-instead-servo-motors-web-guiding-actuators.md): Let us be direct: servo motors are excellent. They offer smooth torque delivery, high bandwidth, and precise closed-loop control. For many motion control applications, they are the right choice. The… - [Why doesn't standard web guiding work for slitting to a printed line or coating registration?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-doesnt-standard-web-guiding-work-slitting-printed-line-or-coating-registration.md): Standard web guiding steers the web to a fixed position, but in tool tracking applications like slitting to a printed line, the sensor must see the relative position between the tool and the web… - [Why is a sensor attached to a moving rewind frame?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-sensor-attached-moving-rewind-frame.md): Unlike other forms of guiding, the goal is to align the rewind roll to the position of the incoming web, ensuring a straight wound roll. Specific reasons for this configuration include: Chasing… - [Why is center guiding better than edge guiding for some applications?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-center-guiding-better-edge-guiding-some-applications.md): Center guiding provides three key advantages: First, it naturally averages out edge defects and fuzzy nonwoven edges, resulting in more stable control. Second, it is immune to wrinkles—when a… - [Why must Master and Slave sensor web paths be equal distance to the lamination nip?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-must-master-and-slave-sensor-web-paths-be-equal-distance-lamination-nip.md): In Master/Slave guiding, timing is critical. The Slave guide must correct for a Master web movement at the exact moment that movement reaches the lamination nip. The rule: Web path distance from… - [Why must the sensor be fixed to the machine frame in unwind guiding?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-must-sensor-be-fixed-machine-frame-unwind-guiding.md): The "fixed sensor rule" is fundamental to unwind guiding physics and is the opposite of rewind chasing: The Logic: In unwind guiding, you are positioning the web to enter the machine at a specific… - [Why must the sensor move with the rewind stand?](https://r2r.tech/resources/faq/why-must-sensor-move-rewind-stand.md): In rewind chasing applications, the sensor must be mechanically attached to the shifting stand because the control system is designed to keep the sensor output at "zero." When the sensor moves with… ## Articles - [A Fiber Optic Sensor For Web Edge Detection](https://r2r.tech/articles/fiber-optic-sensor-web-edge-detection.md): A laser based fiber-optic sensor was proposed in our previous work. The sensor developed was based on the principle of scattering of light and the sensitivity directional property of optical fibers… - [A Hierarchical Optimization Algorithm for Cooperative Vehicle Networks](https://r2r.tech/articles/hierarchical-optimization-algorithm-cooperative-vehicle-networks.md): In this paper, we combine model predictive control (MPC) and mixed integer linear programming (MILP) into a hierarchical optimization framework capable of solving a class of coordination problems in… - [A Hierarchical Optimization Approach for Cooperative Vehicle Networks](https://r2r.tech/articles/hierarchical-optimization-approach-cooperative-vehicle-networks.md): This research presents a control algorithm for the cooperative control of unmanned mobile robots. The algorithm relies on continuously solving an open loop mixed integer linear programming… - [A New Laser-based Sensing System for Monitoring and Control of Webs](https://r2r.tech/articles/new-laser-based-sensing-system-monitoring-and-control-webs.md): A new laser based sensing system for measuring the velocity of the web is proposed in this paper. The doppler shift between the incident light and scattered light from a moving particle contains… - [A New Sensor for Web Flutter Measurement](https://r2r.tech/articles/new-sensor-web-flutter-measurement.md): A new sensor for web flutter measurement is proposed in this paper. The sensor is based on the principle of scattering of light and directional properties of optical fibers. A collimated beam of… - [A New Web Edge Sensor for Guiding Applications](https://r2r.tech/articles/new-web-edge-sensor-guiding-applications.md): A new web edge sensor technology for high-resolution web measurement improves web guiding performance for converting thinner and lighter materials at high speeds. - [A Novel Edge Sensor for Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/articles/novel-edge-sensor-web-guiding.md): Existing edge sensors use the concept of blocking/unblocking for measuring web lateral position. The most commonly used sensors employ either ultrasonic or infrared signals to detect the web edge… - [Accuracy, Precision, Linearity, and Resolution in Web Guiding: Understanding the Terminology](https://r2r.tech/articles/accuracy-precision-linearity-and-resolution-web-guiding-understanding-terminology.md): What is linearity? How to measure accuracy? Use the true definitions of accuracy, precision, linearity and resolution to better your web guiding operations. - [Adaptive Control of Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/articles/adaptive-control-web-guides.md): Web guides are mechanisms that are used in roll-to-roll material processing machines to control the lateral position of the material while it is transported over rollers in processing machinery; the… - [Adaptive Feedforward Based Control Strategy for Attenuation of Periodic Tension Oscillations in Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing](https://r2r.tech/articles/adaptive-feedforward-based-control-strategy-attenuation-periodic-tension-oscillations-roll.md): Periodic oscillations in the tension signal are frequently observed in roll-to-roll manufacturing due to the presence of many rotating elements which are often non-ideal, such as out-of-round… - [Analysis and Minimization of Interaction in Decentralized Control Systems With Application to Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing](https://r2r.tech/articles/analysis-and-minimization-interaction-decentralized-control-systems-application-roll-roll.md): Analysis and minimization of interaction in multivariable systems employing decentralized controllers with application to roll-to-roll manufacturing systems are considered in this paper. A new… - [Decentralized Control of Print Registration in Roll-to-Roll Printing Presses](https://r2r.tech/articles/decentralized-control-print-registration-roll-roll-printing-presses.md): Roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing is a type of continuous manufacturing process extensively used to produce a wide variety of consumer products, such as plastics, paper, films, non-wovens, textile… - [Design and Development of a New Edge Sensor for Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/articles/design-and-development-new-edge-sensor-web-guiding.md): Existing edge sensors use the concept of blocking/unblocking to determine web lateral position. The most commonly used sensors employ either ultrasonic or optical signals to detect the web edge… - [Design of Delay Independent State Feedback Control for Roll-to-Roll Printing Applications](https://r2r.tech/articles/design-delay-independent-state-feedback-control-roll-roll-printing-applications.md): Control of print quality (registration) in roll-to-roll (R2R) printing is challenging because of the presence of transport delays involved in the printing process. In this work we present a… - [Fiber optic web edge sensor ](https://r2r.tech/articles/fiber-optic-web-edge-sensor.md): A web edge sensor is disclosed. The web edge sensor has a light source directing light incident to an edge of a web. The edge of the web scatters the light and a sensor array that detects a first… - [Fiber-Optic Sensor for Web Velocity Measurement](https://r2r.tech/articles/fiber-optic-sensor-web-velocity-measurement.md): The design and development of a new fiber-optic sensor for measuring the velocity of a continuous material (also called a web) in material processing systems is described. The development of the… - [Fighting the Fear of Change and Innovation](https://r2r.tech/articles/fighting-fear-change-and-innovation.md): Does your company have a fear of change? Find new ways to make sure an innovative spirit is at the forefront of your company. - [Governing Equations for Web Tension and Web Velocity in the Presence of Nonideal Rollers](https://r2r.tech/articles/governing-equations-web-tension-and-web-velocity-presence-nonideal-rollers.md): Since rotating machinery is used to transport flexible materials (commonly known as webs) on rollers, it is common to observe periodic oscillations in measured signals such as web tension and web… - [Hedging Point Policies for Multi State Failure Prone Manufacturing Systems](https://r2r.tech/articles/hedging-point-policies-multi-state-failure-prone-manufacturing-systems.md): In this paper we consider a single-product single-machine manufacturing system, with the machine characterized by multiple working modes. A cost is associated both with inventory surplus and demand… - [Hierarchical Optimization Strategies for Deployment of Mobile Robots](https://r2r.tech/articles/hierarchical-optimization-strategies-deployment-mobile-robots.md): In this paper, we integrate model predictive control (MPC) and mixed integer linear programming (MILP) into a hierarchical framework suitable for solving optimization problems involving robotic… - [How to Size an Actuator for Unwind and Rewind Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/articles/how-to-size-an-actuator-for-unwind-and-rewind-web-guides.md): This is Part 2 of our series on unwind and rewind web guides. In Part 1, we covered the design and installation of the guide frame — the shifting stand, linear bearings, and mechanical layout. Now… - [Innovation in Manufacturing : Company Culture or a Go-To Word?](https://r2r.tech/articles/innovation-manufacturing-company-culture-or-go-word.md): Innovation. This word is prominent in most industrial websites, a go-to word in nearly every company description. Yet, 94 percent of managers are displeased with their companies innovation record… - [Innovation: Company Culture or Go-To Word (Part 2)](https://r2r.tech/articles/innovation-company-culture-or-go-word-part-2.md): Innovation. This word is plastered over every website, a go-to word in nearly every company description, yet, 94 percent of managers are displeased with their companies innovation record. Our… - [Interaction Analysis of Control Systems Employed in Roll-to-Roll Printing](https://r2r.tech/articles/interaction-analysis-control-systems-employed-roll-roll-printing.md): Roll-to-roll (R2R) machines have been extensively used to manufacture a wide variety of consumer products, such as paper, plastics, textile, etc. R2R machines facilitate continuous processing of… - [Interaction in Decentralized Control Systems: Application to Roll-to-Roll Systems](https://r2r.tech/articles/interaction-decentralized-control-systems-application-roll-roll-systems.md): A procedure to analyze interaction in an experimental roll-to-roll system that uses a decentralized control strategy is presented in this paper. A Perron root based interaction metric is employed… - [Market Conditions and Anticipated Pricing Changes for 2022](https://r2r.tech/articles/market-conditions-and-anticipated-pricing-changes-2022.md): 2020 and 2021 have been tough for all but we are really appreciative of the confidence and trust our customers place on us everyday. We are seeing high demand for our products, especially those high… - [Method for adaptive guiding of webs](https://r2r.tech/articles/method-adaptive-guiding-webs.md): A method of adaptive guiding of a web on a roller is disclosed. The method includes computing an output of a reference model, reading an output of a sensor that indicates a web position, determining… - [Model Reference Adaptive Control of Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/articles/model-reference-adaptive-control-web-guide.md): The term web is used to describe materials which are typically manufactured in a roll-to-roll manner. A wide variety of materials such as textile, paper, plastics, composites and metals are… - [Modeling and Analysis of a Rotating Turret Winder in Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing Systems](https://r2r.tech/articles/modeling-and-analysis-rotating-turret-winder-roll-roll-manufacturing-systems.md): The process of manufacturing products using roll-to-roll (R2R) methods involves unwinding of thin, flexible material in rolled form into machinery for processing and winding of the processed… - [Modeling and Control of a Rotating Turret Winder Used in Roll-to-Roll Manufacturing](https://r2r.tech/articles/modeling-and-control-rotating-turret-winder-used-roll-roll-manufacturing.md): In this paper, winding issues in an industrial R2R printing press using a rotating turret winder are investigated by utilizing a new mathematical model and data are collected during production runs… - [Modeling and Control of Web Transport in the Presence of Non-Ideal Rollers](https://r2r.tech/articles/modeling-and-control-web-transport-presence-non-ideal-rollers.md): In roll-to-roll processes the presence of non-ideal elements, such us out-of-round or eccentric rollers is fairly common. Periodic oscillations in web tension and web velocity are observed because… - [Modeling Print Registration in Roll-to-Roll Printing Presses](https://r2r.tech/articles/modeling-print-registration-roll-roll-printing-presses.md): Roll-to-roll (R2R) printing is a continuous process in which thin flexible materials such as paper are passed through a printing press to print the required pattern onto the material. Each printing… - [Modeling, Analysis and Control of Print Registration in Roll-to-Roll Printing Presses](https://r2r.tech/articles/modeling-analysis-and-control-print-registration-roll-roll-printing-presses.md): Print registration in roll-to-roll (R2R) printing process is investigated in this dissertation. Print registration is the process of aligning multiple images that are printed in consecutive print… - [New Web Edge Sensor Technology for Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/articles/new-web-edge-sensor-technology-web-guiding.md): Faster speeds and thinner materials… these are two of the most important trends the nonwoven industry is experiencing and equipment manufacturers are challenged to adapt to these trends rapidly. One… - [On the Governing Equation for Web Tension with Out-of-Round Rolls](https://r2r.tech/articles/governing-equation-web-tension-out-round-rolls.md): In roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing the presence of non-ideal elements, such as out-of-round or eccentric rolls, induces periodical oscillations in the web tension signal. Model simulations based on… - [On-line Optimization-based Coordination of Multiple Unmanned Vehicles](https://r2r.tech/articles/line-optimization-based-coordination-multiple-unmanned-vehicles.md): The objective of this work is to investigate on-line optimization-based coordination strategies for robot teams to efficiently accomplish a mission (eg, reach a set of assigned targets) while… - [Optimal Control of Web Guides Using a New Fiber Optic Edge Sensor](https://r2r.tech/articles/optimal-control-web-guides-using-new-fiber-optic-edge-sensor.md): This paper discusses the development of a linear quadratic optimal control algorithm for web guides, and implementation of the control algorithm using web lateral position feedback from a new… - [Optimal Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/articles/optimal-web-guiding.md): This paper presents an optimal web guiding strategy based on the dynamic analysis of the lateral web behavior and a new fiber optic lateral web position measurement sensor. First, a lateral dynamic… - [Pneumo-Hydraulic Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/articles/pneumo-hydraulic-web-guides.md): Pneumo-hydraulic web guides are still operational in many facilities. Why these guides should be replaced with electro-mechanical web guides is discussed. - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces new camera technology for web detection ](https://r2r.tech/articles/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-new-camera-technology-web-detection.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC is launching its line of single dimension cameras for web edge and contrast detection offering improved capabilities, and a cost effective alternative compared to… - [The Impacts of the Latest Developments in Sensing Technology](https://r2r.tech/articles/impacts-latest-developments-sensing-technology.md): Every generation has a revolution and for years U-shaped sensors were the standard in edge sensing technology. Now the next generation in web sensing technology is here. Materials are getting… - [Unwind and Rewind Guides: Design and Installation Considerations](https://r2r.tech/articles/unwind-and-rewind-guides-design-and-installation-considerations.md): Terminal web guides are devices used at the entry and exit of a roll-to-roll machine to appropriately align the web to the desired cross machine location. Entire roll of the web, on the… - [Web Flutter Measurement Sensor](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-flutter-measurement-sensor.md): A novel sensor to measure web flutter is proposed in this letter. The sensing principle is based on scattering of light and directionally sensitive coupling properties of optical fibers. A linear… - [Web guides or web guiding systems overview](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-guides-or-web-guiding-systems-overview.md): Web guiding systems are used in converting operations for quality control. An overview of web guide equipment and web guiding principles are discussed here. - [Web Guides Selection and Installation Tips](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-guides-selection-and-installation-tips.md): Web guides selection and installation is critical for trouble free operation. This article discusses various web guide selection and installation guidelines. - [Web guiding system: Why, What, Where and How?](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-guiding-system-why-what-where-and-how.md): Answering these basic web guiding questions is the first step to understanding web guiding principles. Find more about web guiding systems and how they work. - [Web Guiding Terminology](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-guiding-terminology.md): Some common terms used in web guiding are presented in this article including the definition of a web guide, sensor, controller and actuator. - [Web Handling Terminology](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-handling-terminology.md): Web handling terminology includes a lot of terms that are commonly used by the experts in the field. This article explains some of the terms. - [Web Position Sensor Overview](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-position-sensor-overview.md): The working principle of the ARIS Web Position sensor along with the comparison of the sensor technology with the existing sensor technologies is discussed. - [Web Width Measurement and Monitoring: Applications and Technology](https://r2r.tech/articles/web-width-measurement.md): Measuring the width of the web (or the cross-machine dimension of the web) is essential for various converting applications. 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But there’s a second really important aspect to the challenge of raising capital — fundraising… - [Chip Shortage Spirals Beyond Cars to Phones and Consoles](https://r2r.tech/news/chip-shortage-spirals-beyond-cars-phones-and-consoles-0.md): The article by Debby Wu, Vlad Savoy and Takashi Mochizuki for Bloomberg looks at the reason automakers are shutting down assembly operations due to lack of chips, and how this could extent to other… - [Coronavirus - Supplier and converter statements](https://r2r.tech/news/coronavirus-supplier-and-converter-statements.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC was mentioned as one of the companies in the converting industry issuing statements outlining their business continuity plans through the Coronavirus pandemic. Suppliers… - [Electric vehicle battery manufacturer Microvast to establish a manufacturing facility in Clarksville, TN](https://r2r.tech/news/electric-vehicle-battery-manufacturer-microvast-establish-manufacturing-facility-clarksville.md): Microvast Power Solutions, a US owned company that makes electric vehicle batteries, is establishing a manufacturing facility in Clarksville. The venture is expected to bring over 280 jobs to the… - [EtherCAT Technology Group welcomes Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC as member number 6,000](https://r2r.tech/news/ethercat-technology-group-welcomes-roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-member-number-6000.md): 11/2020 | The latest membership milestone in the growth of the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) shows that EtherCAT technology is successfully defying the current global crisis: The American sensor… - [Fifteen Applied Research Projects Receive $3.5 Million In Awards From OCAST](https://r2r.tech/news/fifteen-applied-research-projects-receive-35-million-awards-ocast.md): Fifteen Applied Research applications chosen from a field of 39 were awarded $3,546,670 August 19 by the governing board of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST). - [Governor’s Cup Winners Revealed](https://r2r.tech/news/governors-cup-winners-revealed.md): Student teams from Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City, Rogers State University and Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College finished one-two-three in the first Small Business Division competition at… - [High Growth Graduate Finalists](https://r2r.tech/news/high-growth-graduate-finalists.md): The six High Growth Graduate Division teams advancing to the Oral Presentation finalist round April 13 at the Presbyterian Health Foundation Conference Center in Oklahoma City. Note: Teams will… - [High Growth Graduate Finalists](https://r2r.tech/news/high-growth-graduate-finalists-0.md): The six High Growth Graduate Division teams advancing to the Oral Presentation finalist round April 13 at the Presbyterian Health Foundation Conference Center in Oklahoma City. Note: Teams will… - [I&E Winter 2014 Magazine Article About Roll-2-Roll Technologies](https://r2r.tech/news/ie-winter-2014-magazine-article-about-roll-2-roll-technologies.md): Aravind Seshadri is talking diapers. Hundreds of millions of them. He’s focused on the way they are manufactured and the speed at which the material that becomes diapers flies through the machinery… - [Innovator Profile: Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC](https://r2r.tech/news/innovator-profile-roll-2-roll-technologies-llc.md): Aravind Seshadri takes the old adage that time is money very seriously. So seriously that he started pursuing an idea to develop technology to solve existing problems while still attending Oklahoma… - [Leading Progress: 21 Make The Cut As Journal Record Innovator Of The Year Finalists](https://r2r.tech/news/leading-progress-21-make-cut-journal-record-innovator-year-finalists.md): From advancements designed to improve drug delivery technology and increase manufacturing productivity to products aimed to reduce the nation's feral hog population, this year’s group of honorees… - [Oklahoma Entrepreneurship: Roll-2-roll Spins Plan From Idea To Business](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-entrepreneurship-roll-2-roll-spins-plan-idea-business.md): I have a story. It’s the story of a handful of college students with remarkable focus and tenacity, a spin-out technology from OSU, and $520,000 in Oklahoma-raised seed stage capital. - [Oklahoma Innovations For Feb. 1-2 (Audio)](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-innovations-feb-1-2-audio.md): Oklahoma Innovations Radio Show Air Date: February 1-2, 2014 Guests: Aravind Seshadri and Pedro Velasco, Roll-2-Roll Technologies (R2R) - [Oklahoma Innovations For Feb. 1-2 (Transcript)](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-innovations-feb-1-2-transcript.md): Oklahoma Innovations Radio Show Air Date: February 1-2, 2014 Guests: Aravind Seshadri and Pedro Velasco, Roll-2-Roll Technologies (R2R) - [Oklahoma Resources Put Aravind Seshadri And His New Company On A Roll](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-resources-put-aravind-seshadri-and-his-new-company-roll.md): Aravind Seshadri, founder and CEO of Roll-2-Roll Technologies, came to Oklahoma from India to earn his master's degree in mechanical engineering at Oklahoma State University. He liked Oklahoma and… - [Oklahoma Startup Supporter Says 2014 Was A Significant Year For Oklahoma's Innovation Economy](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-startup-supporter-says-2014-was-significant-year-oklahomas-innovation-economy.md): This week, when we are between the old and the new year, I can’t help reflecting on the accomplishments of the last twelve months and anticipating all of the possibilities of the new year ahead. - [Oklahoma State University Student-led Business Wins $30,000 At Donald W. Reynolds Cup](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-state-university-student-led-business-wins-30000-donald-w-reynolds-cup.md): R2R Technologies, an Oklahoma State University student-led business, was one of the major winners at the Tri-State Donald. W. Reynolds Cup business plan competition in Las Vegas on Tuesday night. - [Oklahoma State University Student-led Business Wins $30,000 At Donald W. Reynolds Cup](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-state-university-student-led-business-wins-30000-donald-w-reynolds-cup-0.md): R2R Technologies, an Oklahoma State University student-led business, was one of the major winners at the Tri-State Donald. W. Reynolds Cup business plan competition in Las Vegas on Tuesday night. - [Oklahoma Teams Win In Las Vegas](https://r2r.tech/news/oklahoma-teams-win-las-vegas.md): Teams from the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University were named first place winners in both Graduate and Undergraduate divisions of the Donald W. Reynolds Tri-State collegiate… - [OSU Student-led Business Is Growing](https://r2r.tech/news/osu-student-led-business-growing.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies, an Oklahoma State University student-led business founded in 2013, is growing thanks to raising a considerable amount of capital this summer. - [OU, OSU Teams Win Business Plan Competition](https://r2r.tech/news/ou-osu-teams-win-business-plan-competition.md): Teams from the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University were first-place division winners of the Donald W. Reynolds Tri-State collegiate business plan competition in Las Vegas. - [OU, OSU Teams Win Competition](https://r2r.tech/news/ou-osu-teams-win-competition.md): Teams from the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University were named first-place winners in both Graduate and Undergraduate divisions of the Donald W. Reynolds Tri-State collegiate… - [Press Release - Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces launch of new wide range sensor for the converting industry](https://r2r.tech/news/press-release-roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-launch-new-wide-range-sensor-converting.md): Stillwater, OK, August 29th, 2020– Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC launched at Converters Expo it's latest development, the WPS 900 sensor . This sensor provides a sensing range of 35.4" (900 mm)… - [R2R Technologies Wins National Contest](https://r2r.tech/news/r2r-technologies-wins-national-contest.md): R2R Technologies, an Oklahoma State University student-led business, was one of the major winners at the Tri-State Donald W. Reynolds Cup business plan competition in Las Vegas last May. - [Research Investment Returns Dividends To OSU](https://r2r.tech/news/research-investment-returns-dividends-osu.md): An Oklahoma State University program that invests and assists with technology commercialization has returned to the university $4.50 for every $1 invested, according to the Technology Development… - [Roll-2-Roll Introduces ODC 960 Sensor](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-introduces-odc-960-sensor.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies introduces its latest product, the ODC 960 sensor. Boasting a sensing range of 37.8 inches and a resolution of 0.005" or 0.127 mm, the ODC 960 sets a new industry standard… - [Roll-2-Roll Scores $520k](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-scores-520k.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies has received $520,000 in funding. The investors included Oklahoma Seed Capital Fund and SeedStep Angels, both of which are managed by i2E. Cowboy Technologies and the… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Introduces a New Wide Sensor for Web Handling](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-introduces-new-wide-sensor-web-handling.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC is introducing ARIS WPS 440 IR, its newest product in web positioning sensors for the converting and general automation industry. The ARIS WPS 440 IR includes all the… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Introduces New Line of Retrofit Kits for Web Guiding Systems](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-introduces-new-line-retrofit-kits-web-guiding-systems.md): Many operations in need of upgrading their current converting line have to deal with replacement of outdated components, such as web guides. Many still run controls and sensors that have been… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Launches Business](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-launches-business.md): Nine out of 10 entrepreneurship companies fail, according to the Kauffman Foundation. Roll-2-Roll Technologies plans to be the other one out of 10. - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies launches new web detection linear cameras technology](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-launches-new-web-detection-linear-cameras-technology.md): Features and Benefits of ODC Linear Cameras: New and improved CMOS line scan camera with high dynamic range Elimination of motion blur with a global shutter Up to 4x the scan rate compared to WPS… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Launches Redesigned Website With Ungated Product Data and Industry-First Cost of Inaction Calculator](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-launches-redesigned-website-ungated-product-data-and-industry-first.md): STILLWATER, Okla., March 9, 2026 — Roll-2-Roll Technologies, a manufacturer of patented fiber-optic web handling sensors, today launched a redesigned website at r2r.tech that gives engineers and… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC Announces Launch of New Wide Range Sensor for Web Guiding, Width Measurement and Monitoring](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-launch-new-wide-range-sensor-web-guiding-width.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC is launching its latest development, the ​WPS 900 sensor​. This sensor provides a sensing range of 35.4 centimeters, making it the widest sensing range in the industry… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces new camera technology for web detection ](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-new-camera-technology-web-detection.md): Contact: Pedro Velasco Telephone: 405-726-0731 Cell: 405-614-4585 Email: marketing@r2r.tech Website: r2r.tech October 18th, 2021 Stillwater, OK, October 18th, 2021 – Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC is… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces revolutionary All-in-One 1DC Sensor Series](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-revolutionary-all-one-1dc-sensor-series.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces the launch of its innovative 1DC Series of Roll-2-Roll® Sensors, setting a new standard for industrial sensing solutions. This groundbreaking all-in-one sensor… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC announces revolutionary All-in-One 1DC Sensor Series](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-announces-revolutionary-all-one-1dc-sensor-series-0.md): Groundbreaking technology eliminates the need for external controllers while delivering superior precision across all materials - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC Awarded the John Matteucci Technical Excellence Award for 2017](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-awarded-john-matteucci-technical-excellence-award-2017.md): AIMCAL presented two 2017 John Matteucci Awards for Technical Excellence and two Honorable Mentions. Aravind Seshadri of Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC, Stillwater, OK, won the 2017 AIMCAL John… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC moves to its new facility on June 1st, 2017](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-moves-its-new-facility-june-1st-2017.md): Web-handling systems provider Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC will relocate to a new facility on June 1 - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC signs sales representative MetSource](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-signs-sales-representative-metsource.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of intelligent web position sensors and web guides for the roll-to-roll and converting industry, has entered into a partnership with… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies News Press Video](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-news-press-video.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies is a new company operating out of the Center for Business Development at Meridian Technology Center. - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Partners With ESPICE - Especialistas en la Industria de la Conversion y Empaque](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-partners-espice-especialistas-en-la-industria-de-la-conversion-y.md): Stillwater, OK-based Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC, developer and manufacturer of intelligent web position sensors and web guides for the roll-to-roll and converting industry, announces its… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies partners with Fairfield Sales](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-partners-fairfield-sales.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of intelligent web position sensors and web guides for the roll-to-roll and converting industry, has announced its partnership with… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Partners with Power/mation](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-partners-powermation.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies, a developer and manufacturer of intelligent web guide systems and web position sensors for the roll-to-roll and converting industry, has partnered with manufacturing… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies partners with TTS Systems](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-partners-tts-systems.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC, developer and manufacturer of intelligent web position sensors and web guides for the roll-to-roll and converting industry, announces its partnership with manufacturing… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Revamps Brand with New Website, Logo](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-revamps-brand-new-website-logo.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC has unveiled a revamped website and new logo as part of a rebranding campaign designed to portray the company’s vision of simple to use solutions in converting. - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Wins 2016 AIMCAL Technical Excellence Award](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-wins-2016-aimcal-technical-excellence-award.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies Finalist – Coating ,Laminating, Metallizing Equipment Accessories The patented ARIS intelligent web-guiding system from Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC (Stillwater, OK)… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies, Unilux Partner for Sales in Mid-Atlantic, Southern U.S.](https://r2r.tech/news/roll-2-roll-technologies-unilux-partner-sales-mid-atlantic-southern-us.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC, developer and manufacturer of intelligent web position sensors and web guides, has partnered with Unilux to represent web guiding products in the Mid-Atlantic and… - [Ron Schmidt joins Roll-2-Roll Technologies Family](https://r2r.tech/news/ron-schmidt-joins-roll-2-roll-technologies-family.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies has announced that long-time industry veteran Ron Schmidt has joined the company as the Director of Sales. - [School Of Entrepreneurship Students, Teams Win More Than $27,000 At Governor’s Cup](https://r2r.tech/news/school-entrepreneurship-students-teams-win-more-27000-governors-cup.md): A number of Oklahoma State University students and several teams from the Stillwater campus were among the winners during the 2013 Donald W. Reynolds Governor’s Cup Competition. - [Scott Meacham: Student Entrepreneurs Did Their Homework](https://r2r.tech/news/scott-meacham-student-entrepreneurs-did-their-homework.md): I have a story. It’s the story of a handful of college students with remarkable focus and tenacity, a spinout technology from OSU, and $520,000 in Oklahoma-raised seed stage capital. - [Seedstep Angels Invests $100,000 As Part Of A $350,000 Convertible Note Round In Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC](https://r2r.tech/news/seedstep-angels-invests-100000-part-350000-convertible-note-round-roll-2-roll-technologies-llc.md): On July 25, Roll-2-Roll Technologies (R2R), a Stillwater-based company founded in 2013, issued $350,000 of convertible note securities. This transaction closed simultaneously with the issuance of… - [Selection of Web Guides, cover story for June 2021 PFFC Digital](https://r2r.tech/news/selection-web-guides-cover-story-june-2021-pffc-digital.md): Cover Story on PFFC Magazine for the June 2021 Edition. Great tool for converters seeking a solution in web guides - [Spinning Off OSU Technology As A Startup: A Decade Of Work By Faculty And Grad Students Spawns A Business](https://r2r.tech/news/spinning-osu-technology-startup-decade-work-faculty-and-grad-students-spawns-business.md): What makes a successful entrepreneur is a topic studied as much as in business schools today, including Oklahoma State University's Spears School of Business, as pinpointing genetic mutations… - [Stillwater's Startup Roll-2-Roll Keeps Things Rolling At High Speed](https://r2r.tech/news/stillwaters-startup-roll-2-roll-keeps-things-rolling-high-speed-0.md): Aravind Seshadri is talking diapers. Hundreds of millions of them. He’s focused on the way they are manufactured and the speed at which the material that becomes diapers flies through the machinery… - [Stillwater’s Startup Roll-2-Roll Keeps Things Rolling At High Speed](https://r2r.tech/news/stillwaters-startup-roll-2-roll-keeps-things-rolling-high-speed.md): Aravind Seshadri is talking diapers. Hundreds of millions of them. He’s focused on the way they are manufactured and the speed at which the material that becomes diapers flies through the machinery… - [Three Teams Of OSU Students Win Top Prizes In Riata Business Plan Competition](https://r2r.tech/news/three-teams-osu-students-win-top-prizes-riata-business-plan-competition.md): The fifth annual Riata Business Plan Competition awarded more than $43,000 in prize money on Saturday to help winning student teams finance their plans and turn them into viable business ventures. - [Tulsa, OSU-OKC Teams Win Governor’s Cup Small-business Prizes In Oklahoma](https://r2r.tech/news/tulsa-osu-okc-teams-win-governors-cup-small-business-prizes-oklahoma.md): Student teams from Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City, Rogers State University and Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College were recognized Thursday in the new small business division of the annual… - [Web Guide Provides Next-generation Technology](https://r2r.tech/news/web-guide-provides-next-generation-technology.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC (Stillwater, OK) rolls out ARIS, the next generation in web guiding technology. - [Web Guides: Monitoring and Knowledge - Cover Story for October 2021 Edition of PFFC](https://r2r.tech/news/web-guides-monitoring-and-knowledge-cover-story-october-2021-edition-pffc.md): The cover story for the October Edition of PFFC is an article regarding the progress of web monitoring technology and the need for knowledge in the industry - [WeGoLook Takes Top Honor: Overall Innovator Winner Inspects Products For Far-off Buyers](https://r2r.tech/news/wegolook-takes-top-honor-overall-innovator-winner-inspects-products-far-buyers.md): WeGoLook won the overall award at The Journal Record’s Innovator of the Year event Wednesday. - [Winners Of The Donald W. Reynolds Tri-state Competition Named](https://r2r.tech/news/winners-donald-w-reynolds-tri-state-competition-named.md): The Arkansas Economic Acceleration Foundation, an affiliate of The Arkansas Capital Corporation Group, is pleased to announce that R2R Technologies of Oklahoma State University of Stillwater, Okla… ## Blog - [Changing Roll Diameters and Web Edge Detection on Unwind and Rewind Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/changing-roll-diameters-and-web-edge-detection-unwind-and-rewind-guides.md): Test summary - [Contrast Guiding Application - Using a Continuous Edge Contrast to Guide or Monitor a Web.](https://r2r.tech/blog/contrast-guiding-application-using-continuous-edge-contrast-guide-or-monitor-web.md): Another Option in Contrast Guiding when there is no Feature that could Mimic a Line. In a previous post on contrast guiding we discussed using the negative space between straight edged labels as an… - [Contrast Guiding Application - Using the Color Contrast Between Two Features](https://r2r.tech/blog/contrast-guiding-application-using-color-contrast-between-two-features.md): A Very Special Option for Contrast Guiding and Monitoring So far we have discussed using the negative space between straight edge labels to mimic an intermittent line and also using the edge of a… - [Contrast Sensing Application - Guiding on Negative Spaces](https://r2r.tech/blog/contrast-sensing-application-guiding-negative-spaces.md): Contrast sensing allows for a variety of applications to guide or monitor your web. These applications help you eliminate the need for a printed line. Eliminating the printed line saves the cost of… - [Contrast Sensing Applications - Guiding and Monitoring for Converting](https://r2r.tech/blog/contrast-sensing-applications-guiding-and-monitoring-converting.md): Contrast sensing relies on detecting a feature on the surface of the web. This feature can be printed, laminated or embossed. This is a great application when the printed, laminated or embossed… - [How does the Roll-2-Roll® Sensor compare to a vision system](https://r2r.tech/blog/roll-2-roll-sensor-vs-vision-system.md): This blog post compares Roll-2-Roll® Sensor to a traditional camera based vision system for simple inspection applications in converting processes. - [Is Roll-2-Roll® Sensor just a sensor?](https://r2r.tech/blog/roll-2-rollr-sensor-just-sensor.md): It is more than a sensor, in fact it is a line scan camera based vision system for precision web inspection and monitoring. - [Issues in Negative Space Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/blog/issues-negative-space-web-guiding.md): In a previous post we presented the concept of negative space web guiding as an option to line guiding. We are talking about using the negative spaces between printed features, such as the… - [Line Guiding with WPS Sensors ](https://r2r.tech/blog/line-guiding-wps-sensors.md): Slitting a roll of printed labels or even monitoring the label printing process, you just might need a line or contrast sensing application for guiding. One of the great features of the Roll-2-Roll®… - [Negative Space Web Guiding - Consistency of the negative space](https://r2r.tech/blog/negative-space-web-guiding-consistency-negative-space.md): The line has to be of the same width and color in order for the sensor to track it. Any variation and the sensor will not recognize it. The same thing happens when using the negative space as… - [Negative Space Web Guiding - Using the Negative Space in your Print ](https://r2r.tech/blog/negative-space-web-guiding-using-negative-space-your-print.md): It requires the printing of a line on a web. It's purpose is to provide a feature that a sensor can track to determine the web position. The typical use is in web converting where guiding on the… - [New Technologies in Web Width Measurement ](https://r2r.tech/blog/new-technologies-web-width-measurement.md): Web width measurement is one of those applications that is usually an afterthought until reality bites. Converters might be faced with improving their process by reducing web edge trim or… - [ODC Linear Camera product line - replacement of the WPS Sensor product line](https://r2r.tech/blog/odc-linear-camera-product-line-replacement-wps-sensor-product-line.md): ODC Linear Camera are single dimension cameras for web edge and contrast detection. A cost effective alternative to traditional vision systems and laser profile solutions for web guiding. - [Old web guiding system no longer operational - what can you do?](https://r2r.tech/blog/old-web-guiding-system-no-longer-operational-what-can-you-do.md): Many converters face the issue of an old web guide system no longer operational. In many cases the units are so old that the manufacturer no longer exists or has been bought out. In other cases, the… - [Pneumo-Hydraulic Web Guides Problems - What we know and what we can do for you](https://r2r.tech/blog/pneumo-hydraulic-web-guides-problems-what-we-know-and-what-we-can-do-you.md): Many converting operations from the 60’s up to the 90’s adopted pneumo-hydraulic web guiding systems, especially in blown film lines, extrusion lines, flexographic printing presses and paper… - [Stepper vs Servo vs BLDC: Choosing the Right Motor for Web Guiding Actuators](https://r2r.tech/blog/stepper-vs-servo-vs-bldc-web-guiding.md): A side-by-side comparison of stepper, servo, and BLDC motor options for web guiding actuators. Engineering criteria for selecting the right drive for your web handling system. - [The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen United States of America, July 4th, 1776](https://r2r.tech/blog/declaration-independence-thirteen-united-states-america-july-4th-1776.md) - [The uncertainty of trade shows in 2021](https://r2r.tech/blog/uncertainty-trade-shows-2021.md): Trade shows hit a huge speed bump with all the restrictions caused by Covid-19. We just didn't know if people were going to attend or if exhibitors would participate. In talking to partners and… - [Vacuum web guiding](https://r2r.tech/blog/vacuum-web-guiding.md): Converting applications will typically require some type of guiding. It can be in the form of terminal or intermediate web guides, each with the peculiar conditions required to provide an effective… - [Web edge sensor for challenging web materials](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-edge-sensor-challenging-web-materials.md): We are often asked by our customers to let them know if we can sense or edge guide a certain material. This is how this usually goes: We have a difficult to sense material. It is very porous… - [Web guide and sensors, we are very good at what we do](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guide-and-sensors-we-are-very-good-what-we-do.md): We are very good at contacting you when you reach out to us. Whether you contact us for inquiries on our technology or a quote, we aim to respond to you promptly. We shoot for contacting you within… - [Web Guiding Applications and Advanced Web Guiding Concepts - Center Guiding](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-applications-and-advanced-web-guiding-concepts-center-guiding.md): There are converting operations that require alignment of the web material to the centerline of the converting machine. In this case, you will usually find a two sensor setup for this type of… - [Web Guiding Applications and Advanced Web Guiding Concepts - Single Edge Guiding](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-applications-and-advanced-web-guiding-concepts-single-edge-guiding.md): Single edge guiding application from our web guiding applications webinar in 2020. An aid to new personnel in the converting industry. - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - A Summary](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-summary.md): In some cases, we believe that a problem in a converting line is due to guiding issues when it really isn't. That is why it is important to understand web guiding, and why we invest time in creating… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Common Terminology](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-common-terminology.md): As a converter that deals with the day to day operation of a converting line you probably run into issues with communication within your operation, or externally with suppliers. Your problem is how… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Displacement web guide considerations](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-displacement-web-guide-considerations.md): Within the group of intermediate web guides, we find the displacement web guide or off-set pivot web guide. For any web guiding application we would recommend this type of web guide as a first… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - End and Center Pivot Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-end-and-center-pivot-guides.md): End and center pivot guides do not displace the web, they only have the angle of rotation to reposition the web. This makes them very slow in term of response, and therefore, are not an ideal choice… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Intermediate Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-intermediate-web-guides.md): In our previous post on web guiding fundamentals, we mentioned the terminal web guides. These are web guides that are found at the start or the end of the process. Their location is usually on an… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Main Components of a Web Guiding System](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-main-components-web-guiding-system.md): Guide Structure/Mechanism Actuator Sensor Controller However, even though we mention four main components, the web has to be considered a component of the web guiding system. and therefore, needs to… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Normal Entry Rule](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-normal-entry-rule.md): This rule states that a web approaching a roller will align itself perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the roller. The Normal Entry principle accounts for one of the most common defects in a… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Rewind Web Guide Structure](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-rewind-web-guide-structure.md): In a previous blog we discussed the unwind web guide structure. Typically, these are made up of a shifting stand, an actuator to move the shifting stand, a fixed sensor mounted on the fixed base of… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Sensors](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-sensors.md): One of the most important components of a web guiding system are the sensors. If you can't measure, you can't control. If you have a poor sensor and are not able to measure the position of the web… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Steering Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-steering-web-guides.md): These differ from the displacement guides in that they don't have a guide span made of two rollers. Steering web guides will typically have one guide roller installed on two raceways at an angle so… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Summary of Unwind and Rewind Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-summary-unwind-and-rewind-web-guides.md): Unwind and rewind web guide systems are used at the start and end of the converting lines. That is why they are referred to as terminal web guides. So, what is required to properly incorporate a… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Terminal Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-terminal-web-guides.md): It's an advantage to know what you are dealing with when aligning your web as it enters your converting process or is being wound into a processed roll. Here's some information that should be of… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Unwind Web Guide Structure](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-unwind-web-guide-structure.md): Within the group of terminal web guide systems, there are two basic types: Unwind web guide systems and rewind web guides systems. Both systems have basically the same components, but they work… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Web Guide Actuators](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-web-guide-actuators.md): So far we have discussed the different types of web guiding systems for converting applications. You now should know the different types of web guiding systems, and their design and installation… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Web Guide Controller](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-web-guide-controller.md): So far, we have looked at the web guide mechanism, actuator and sensor. The remaining component of a web guiding system is the web guide controller. Every guiding system requires a controllers. It… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Web Guiding Performance](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-web-guiding-performance.md): We have reviewed all the major components of a web guiding system, sensor, web guide mechanism, actuator and controller. However, the question still remains what is a good web guiding system? For… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals - Why We Need Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-fundamentals-why-we-need-web-guides.md): A customer once asked us why would you need web guiding on a brand new machine? Their point of view was that the machine was state of the art, the web guide didn't move at all during operation, and… - [Web Guiding Monitoring - Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC at Converters Expo 2022](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-monitoring-roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-converters-expo-2022.md): Yes, we skipped exhibiting at Converters Expo last year, but we are back. After the hiatus in trade show attendance, it’s good to see Converters face to face. Better yet, we enjoy helping Converters… - [Web Guiding Upgrade Applications](https://r2r.tech/blog/web-guiding-upgrade-applications.md): At first, you manage to work with the deficiencies they have. However, now the web guides are starting to fail and one by one are being placed out of operation. Worst yet, your customers are… - [Welcome to our blog posts - our mission is to educate and facilitate access to web guiding and monitoring technology](https://r2r.tech/blog/welcome-our-blog-posts-our-mission-educate-and-facilitate-access-web-guiding-and-monitoring.md): we had an idea in mind as to how we would change the industry. Our technology for certain is a game changer in the industry. We introduced a sensing technology that separates itself from any of the… - [What is a line scan camera and how does it compare to Roll-2-Roll® Sensor?](https://r2r.tech/blog/line-scan-camera-vs-roll-2-roll-sensor.md): In this blog post we will compare and contrast the typical 1D line scan camera technology with Roll-2-Roll Sensor technology. - [Where does the Roll-2-Roll Sensor Technology Excel?](https://r2r.tech/blog/where-does-roll-2-roll-sensor-technology-excel.md): Roll-2-Roll® Sensor is an intelligent embedded sensor with vision capabilities. We will dig deeper into applications that are best suited for sensor here. - [Why is WPS being replaced by ODC? And what does it mean to existing customers?](https://r2r.tech/blog/why-wps-being-replaced-odc-and-what-does-it-mean-existing-customers.md): Couple of weeks ago we made an announcement about our new Roll-2-Roll® Sensor product line ODC. We also announced the transition plan for existing customers using WPS to eventually transition to… - [Why We Use Stepper Motors for High-Thrust Web Guiding Actuators](https://r2r.tech/blog/stepper-motors-high-thrust-web-guiding.md): Engineering rationale for stepper motor selection in high-thrust web guiding actuators. Tradeoffs in torque density, holding power, and reliability vs servo and BLDC alternatives. ## Videos - [Advanced Contrast Sensor Capabilities for Slitting Operations](https://r2r.tech/videos/advanced-contrast-sensor-capabilities-slitting-operations.md): Contrast sensing capabilities of the ARIS Web Position Sensor is featured in this video. Contrast sensor can be used for slitting applications. - [Advanced Multiple Web Width Measurement with SCU6x Controller and App Integration](https://r2r.tech/videos/advanced-multiple-web-width-measurement-scu6x-controller-and-app-integration.md): Multiple Web Width Measurement made simple by the SCU6x Controller and the application for continuous multiple web width measurement. - [Advanced Sensor Capabilities for Converting Industry](https://r2r.tech/videos/advanced-sensor-capabilities-converting-industry.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies has released a new feature for it's web position sensors. This feature benefits all converting operations. The advanced contrasting capabilities can detect the smallest… - [Advanced Sensor Capabilities: Edge, center, width, contrast and mark sensing](https://r2r.tech/videos/advanced-sensor-capabilities-edge-center-width-contrast-and-mark-sensing.md): Our sensors can sense edge, center, width, contrast and mark on a web. These advanced sensor capabilities are shown here in this video. - [Advantages of the ODC Family and SCU6x Controllers for Multiple Web Width Measurement](https://r2r.tech/videos/advantages-odc-family-and-scu6x-controllers-multiple-web-width-measurement.md): SCU6x Controller and the ODC Family. These advanced technologies not only guide but also measure the width of single or multiple webs with precision. - [AIMCAL R2R 2020 Conference Exhibit](https://r2r.tech/videos/aimcal-r2r-2020-conference-exhibit.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies will be present at AIMCAL R2R Conference with a virtual exhibit and a presentation on Advanced Web Guiding Concepts and Applications - [AIMCAL R2R 2020 Conference: Advanced Web Guiding Applications and Concepts](https://r2r.tech/videos/aimcal-r2r-2020-conference-advanced-web-guiding-applications-and-concepts.md): AIMCAL R2R 2020 Conference: Advanced Web Guiding Applications and Concepts - [AIMCAL R2R 2020 Virtual Conference - Invitation to our Exhibit of Web Sensors and Guiding Applications](https://r2r.tech/videos/aimcal-r2r-2020-virtual-conference-invitation-our-exhibit-web-sensors-and-guiding.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC is hosting a virtual exhibit at AIMCAL R2R 2020 Conference. The conference is slated from October 19th to October 23. If you are attending the virtual conference you can… - [An Overview of Web Width Measurement Dashboard on SCU5 Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/overview-web-width-measurement-dashboard-scu5-controller.md): This video show how to access the web width measurement dashboard on the SCU5 controller. This dashboard is enabled by a built-in web server on the SCU5 controller. And the dashboard is only… - [ARIS web position sensor technology: Accuracy, Precision and Linearity with different materials](https://r2r.tech/videos/aris-web-position-sensor-technology-accuracy-precision-and-linearity-different-materials.md): ARIS Web Position Sensor can automatically detect any material without the need for calibration. This video shows its repeatability and linearity. - [Benefits of Retrofit Kits for Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/benefits-retrofit-kits-web-guides.md): Web guide retrofit kits are ideal for upgrading current web guides with the latest in web sensing and web guiding control technologies. - [Capabilities Low Profile Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/videos/capabilities-low-profile-web-guide.md): Our web guides are now smaller than ever with the low profiles web guides. These low profile web guides are designed to fit into tight spaces with ease. - [Compact web guiding system and its features](https://r2r.tech/videos/compact-web-guiding-system-and-its-features.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies shows the latest in web guiding equipment. Watch this video for an overview of our web guiding system and sensor's capabilities. - [Compact web guiding system demo with Burlap web](https://r2r.tech/videos/compact-web-guiding-system-demo-burlap-web.md): The web guiding performance of the compact web guiding system with a challenging porous web, burlap, is shown in this video. - [Compact web guiding system performance with multiple materials](https://r2r.tech/videos/compact-web-guiding-system-performance-multiple-materials.md): The compact web guiding system from Roll-2-Roll Technologies is powered by the ARIS web position sensor that work with any material as shown in this video. - [Contrast guiding capabilities of compact web guiding system](https://r2r.tech/videos/contrast-guiding-capabilities-compact-web-guiding-system.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies compact web guiding system can be used for contrast guiding with the ARIS Web Position Sensor as shown in this video. - [Contrast Sensing and Options for Line Guiding Applications](https://r2r.tech/videos/contrast-sensing-and-options-line-guiding-applications.md): In this video we look at unconventional ways of using the line guiding application with the Roll-2-Roll® SCU5 Controller by detecting and monitoring features printed on the web. - [Demonstration of a Simple Narrow Steering Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/videos/demonstration-simple-narrow-steering-web-guide.md): This demo shows the working of a simple narrow web steering guide. Steering guides are ideal for processes after a long span that require web guiding. - [Displacement Guide Installation Mistakes](https://r2r.tech/videos/displacement-guide-installation-mistakes.md): Importance of sensor placement and the location of entry and exit rollers to maintain a 90-degree wrap for optimal web guiding. - [Do the sensors from Roll-2-Roll Technologies require calibration? ](https://r2r.tech/videos/do-sensors-roll-2-roll-technologies-require-calibration.md): We are often asked how to calibrate our sensors. This video will show that you don't need to calibrate our sensor. It calibrates automatically. - [Dusenbery Slitter at ICE USA 2019](https://r2r.tech/videos/dusenbery-slitter-ice-usa-2019.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies Unwind Web Guiding System at ICE USA 2019 on the Masterslit DC2 by Dusenbery Converting Systems, a division of Parkinson Technologies. - [Efficient Flag Detection Using SCU6x Controllers with the ODC Family](https://r2r.tech/videos/efficient-flag-detection-using-scu6x-controllers-odc-family.md): Flag detection capabilities of Roll-2-Roll Technologies' SCU6x Controllers combined with the ODC Family detect flags effectively even with web oscillation. - [Effortless Setup: Exploring the SCU6x Plug and Play Operation](https://r2r.tech/videos/effortless-setup-exploring-scu6x-plug-and-play-operation.md): The simplicity of their 'plug and play' SCU6x controller, ODC48 sensor, and actuator system, covers the setup process, and how to connect and power the components. - [Exploring the Dual Rail Power Supply Feature of the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/exploring-dual-rail-power-supply-feature-scu6x-controller.md): Two separate power rails for the driver and the logic. Cut off power to driver for safety of the operator while still having power in the control screen. - [Finding IP Address of our sensors and controllers](https://r2r.tech/videos/finding-ip-address-our-sensors-and-controllers.md): Do you need to find the IP Address of the SCU5 controller? See this video to learn more about the steps involved in finding the IP address of the controller. - [Frequency Response of Compact Web Guiding System ](https://r2r.tech/videos/frequency-response-compact-web-guiding-system.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies provides you a closer look to the frequency response performance of our compact web guiding system from 1 Hz to 9 Hz. - [Guide Structures of Terminal Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/guide-structures-terminal-web-guides.md): Learn about various components, including the role of actuators and sensors, design considerations for mechanical rigidity, and importance of actuator sizing. - [How Accurate can you Guide a Web?](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-accurate-can-you-guide-web.md): We delve into the accuracy of web guides, discussing various factors that affect their performance. - [How to - One Time Calibration of the SCU6x Controller for Multiple Width Measurement Application ](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-one-time-calibration-scu6x-controller-multiple-width-measurement-application.md): One-time calibration procedure for the SCU6x Controller for precise width monitoring. Only necessary for high-resolution measurements - [How to Access the Operator Width Measurement and Monitoring Screen on the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-access-operator-width-measurement-and-monitoring-screen-scu6x-controller.md): A brief video guide on how to access the operator width measurement and monitoring screen starting from the home screen in the SCU6x Controller. - [How to Access the Operator Width Screen on the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-access-operator-width-screen-scu6x-controller.md): we guide you through the steps to access the operator width screen from the home screen. Start by pressing the tools icon. - [How to Add SCU5 Controller to PROFINET System](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-add-scu5-controller-profinet-system.md): This video shows how to import SCU5 controller as a device into PROFINET ecosystem with GSDML file. The different versions of the GDSML files based on the ethernet module are available on our… - [How to Add SCU5 Controller with EtherCAT to Beckhoff PLC using TwinCAT](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-add-scu5-controller-ethercat-beckhoff-plc-using-twincat.md): This video shows how to import SCU5 controller as a device into EtherCAT with the ECS file. 👉🏻 EtherCAT ECS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using Hilscher Module… - [How to Center Guide with Two Sensors with the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-center-guide-two-sensors-scu6x-controller.md): The center guiding using two sensors with the SCU6x Controller, focusing on automatic adjustments and setup. Wide range sensors in center guiding - [How to Change the IP Address of SCU5 Controller with HMS Module](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-change-ip-address-scu5-controller-hms-module.md): This video shows how we can set the static and dynamic address of the SCU5 controller with the HMS module. This is slightly different from the Hilscher module. For more information about the SCU5… - [How to Connect SCU5 Controller Directly to a Computer via Ethernet](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-connect-scu5-controller-directly-computer-ethernet.md): How to Connect SCU5 Controller Directly to a Computer via Ethernet - [How to Connect to the Web Dashboard on the SCU5 Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-connect-web-dashboard-scu5-controller.md): This video show how to launch the web dashboard on the SCU5 controller. This dashboard is enabled by a built-in web server on the SCU5 controller. And the dashboard is only available with the… - [How to Find IP Address of SCU5 Controller with a Hilscher Module while DHCP is Enabled](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-find-ip-address-scu5-controller-hilscher-module-while-dhcp-enabled.md): How to Find IP Address of SCU5 Controller with a Hilscher Module while DHCP is Enabled - [How to Find the IP Address of Your SCU6x Controller for Remote Access](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-find-ip-address-your-scu6x-controller-remote-access.md): Our controller allows for remote access through it's IP address. In this video we show you how to find it by navigating through the screens. - [How to Import SCU5 Controller as a Device into Rockwell Studio 5000 IO Tree](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-import-scu5-controller-device-rockwell-studio-5000-io-tree.md): This video shows how to import SCU5 controller as a device into Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 IO tree. For more information about the SCU5 controller please visit… - [How to Import SCU5 EDS file Into Rockwell Automation Studio 5000](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-import-scu5-eds-file-rockwell-automation-studio-5000.md): This video shows how we to import Electronic Data Sheet (eds) file for the SCU5 controller into Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 software. 👉🏻 EtherNet/IP EDS File for SCU5 firmware Version 3.5+ using… - [How to install an upgrade kit for web guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-install-upgrade-kit-web-guides.md): This video provides a detailed step-by-step guide to install a web guide upgrade kit to any existing web guiding system. - [How to install or replace Rollers on a web guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-install-or-replace-rollers-web-guides.md): Having the right rollers on your web guide is an important part of making it run efficiently. Our web guides makes it easier than ever to use the rollers you need. Watch this video to learn more… - [How to make fine guide point adjustments on our web guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-make-fine-guide-point-adjustments-our-web-guides.md): Check out our newest feature in web guide controls for our web guides, which allows you to change the guide point without moving the sensor! - [How to make gross guide point adjustments](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-make-gross-guide-point-adjustments.md): Check out our newest feature in web guide controls for our web guides, which allows you to change the guide point without touching the sensor! - [How to Reset Guide Point for Center Guiding on the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-reset-guide-point-center-guiding-scu6x-controller.md): SCU6x Controller Reset Guide Point is a feature that allows the operator to electronically set the guide point without having to physically move the sensors - [How to Set Static IP Address on SCU5 Controller with Hilscher Module](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-static-ip-address-scu5-controller-hilscher-module.md): How to Set Static IP Address on SCU5 Controller with Hilscher Module - [How to Set the Actuator Parameters in SCU5 Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-actuator-parameters-scu5-controller.md): This video shows how to set the actuator parameters on the SCU5 controller. Since Roll-2-Roll Technologies offers several different actuators from different vendors, this allows for lot of… - [How to Set the Password Protection on the SCU6x Controller Screen](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-password-protection-scu6x-controller-screen.md): Password Protection of the SCU6x Controller Screen feature. Instructional video showing the password protect feature and procedures. - [How to Set the SCU6X Controller for Multiple Web Width Measurement](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-scu6x-controller-multiple-web-width-measurement.md): Multiple width measurement is an application that many operations in converting would like to have. We have the application that measures and monitors - [How to Set Up Web Width Measurement through a PLC](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-web-width-measurement-through-plc.md): A programmable logic controller (PLC) or programmable controller is an industrial digital computer which has been ruggedized and adapted for the control of manufacturing processes, such as assembly… - [How to set Web Width Measurement Parameters using PLC](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-set-web-width-measurement-parameters-using-plc.md): A programmable logic controller (PLC) or programmable controller is an industrial digital computer which has been ruggedized and adapted for the control of manufacturing processes, such as assembly… - [How to Setup Web Width Measurement Based on Two Contrasting Features on the Web with Two Sensors](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-setup-web-width-measurement-based-two-contrasting-features-web-two-sensors.md): For a complete overview of web width measurement with Roll-2-Roll® Sensors and Roll-2-Roll® Controller please visit this page… - [How to setup Web Width Measurement based on Web Edge with SCU5 Controller using Two Sensors](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-setup-web-width-measurement-based-web-edge-scu5-controller-using-two-sensors.md): For a complete overview of web width measurement with Roll-2-Roll® Sensors and Roll-2-Roll® Controller please visit this page… - [How to setup Web Width Measurement with Contrasting Features on the Web using a Single Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-setup-web-width-measurement-contrasting-features-web-using-single-sensor.md): For a complete overview of web width measurement with Roll-2-Roll® Sensors and Roll-2-Roll® Controller please visit this page… - [How to setup Web Width Measurement with SCU5 Controller using a Single Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-setup-web-width-measurement-scu5-controller-using-single-sensor.md): How to setup Web Width Measurement with SCU5 Controller using a Single Sensor - [How to Upgrade a North American Web Guide - H5533 Actuator Replacement](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-upgrade-north-american-web-guide-h5533-actuator-replacement.md): The video demonstrates the installation of the Roll-2-Roll® Web Guide Upgrade Kit actuator on an old North American Web Guide - [How to Use Different Sized Sensors for Center Guiding with the SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/how-use-different-sized-sensors-center-guiding-scu6x-controller.md): We explore the nuances of using different sized sensors for center guiding applications of a web with the SCU6x Controller. - [Importance of Sensors in Web Guiding Systems](https://r2r.tech/videos/importance-sensors-web-guiding-systems.md): Importance of Sensors in Web Guiding Systems. Learn about various sensor terminologies such as range, resolution, accuracy, and linearity. - [Importing SCU5 Add on Instructions into Rockwell Studio 5000 System](https://r2r.tech/videos/importing-scu5-add-instructions-rockwell-studio-5000-system.md): This video shows how to import the SCU5 add-on instructions in Rockwell Automation Studio 5000. With the add-on instructions the use can easily parse the data from the SCU5 controller and can… - [Introducing KOIOS Analytics at LabelExpo America 2016](https://r2r.tech/videos/introducing-koios-analytics-labelexpo-america-2016.md): KOIOS is an intelligent data analytics system that can detect issues in the process using the data from ARIS Web Position Sensor and Web Guiding System. - [Introducing ODC 960](https://r2r.tech/videos/introducing-odc-960.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies is proud to announce the introduction of their latest product, the ODC 960 sensor. Boasting a sensing range of 37.8 inches and a resolution of 0.005" or 0.127 mm, the ODC… - [Introducing WPS 900 at Converters Expo 2020](https://r2r.tech/videos/introducing-wps-900-converters-expo-2020.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies would be introducing the WPS 900 sensor, one of the widest sensors that in the market. With over 35 inches of sensor range, this is one of the widest edge sensors, if not… - [Line guiding demo with compact web guiding system at InfoFlex 2016](https://r2r.tech/videos/line-guiding-demo-compact-web-guiding-system-infoflex-2016.md): The line guiding capabilities of the compact web guiding system is enabled by the ARIS web position sensor as shown in this demo video. - [Low Profile Web Guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/low-profile-web-guides.md): Low profile web guides are the smallest and most compact web guide in our portfolio. These low profile web guides are designed to fit into tight spaces. - [Nominal Width and Setting of Upper and Lower Limits SCU6x Controller Multiple Width Measurement](https://r2r.tech/videos/nominal-width-and-setting-upper-and-lower-limits-scu6x-controller-multiple-width-measurement.md): We demonstrate how to set nominal width, upper limit, and lower limit parameters for web width measurements on the SCU6x Controller - [Normal Entry Rule - Web Guiding Fundamentals Webinar](https://r2r.tech/videos/normal-entry-rule-web-guiding-fundamentals-webinar.md): A web always aligns itself perpendicular to the axis of a roller's rotation, even in cases of misalignment. Important for displacement web guide function - [North American Web Guide Upgrade Kit](https://r2r.tech/videos/north-american-web-guide-upgrade-kit.md): Roll-2-Roll® Web Guide Upgrade Kits are a great tool to save money, and have the future of web guiding technology in all your converting machines. Whether you want to upgrade an existing machine or… - [Pattern Teaching SCU6x Controller Multiple Width Measurement Application](https://r2r.tech/videos/pattern-teaching-scu6x-controller-multiple-width-measurement-application.md): We showcase the advanced pattern teaching feature of the SCU6x controller. Learn how to set up widths, samples, and jobs to monitor changes - [Plug and play web guiding system from Roll-2-Roll Technologies](https://r2r.tech/videos/plug-and-play-web-guiding-system-roll-2-roll-technologies.md): Check out this video to see how easy it is to simply plug in and use our web guiding system without any type of setup or calibration. - [Pneumohydraulic Cylinder Replacement for Converting Industry](https://r2r.tech/videos/pneumohydraulic-cylinder-replacement-converting-industry.md): The Pneumohydraulic Replacement Kit from Roll-2-Roll Technologies comes complete with Cylinder Replacements. We've adapted these cylinders, so they can just drop into the pneumohydraulic machines… - [Product Manual: Unpacking](https://r2r.tech/videos/product-manual-unpacking.md): This video is part of the product manual series that shows the instructions for unpacking the compact web guiding system package. - [Replacements for Unwind Guides and Rewind Guides](https://r2r.tech/videos/replacements-unwind-guides-and-rewind-guides.md): Do you have an existing unwind or rewind guide with outdated sensors and control unit? We now have a solution with our rewind/unwind replacement kits featuring ARIS web positioning sensors and… - [Role of controllers in web guiding systems](https://r2r.tech/videos/role-controllers-web-guiding-systems.md): The episode covers the function of controllers, components such as gain, operating voltage, and sensor inputs, control structure for web guide systems - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies at ICE USA Expo!](https://r2r.tech/videos/roll-2-roll-technologies-ice-usa-expo.md): Visit with us at ICE USA 2019 April 9-11 Come see our new sensors! WPS 112 and WPS 220 with twice the resolution! - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Launches the 440mm Sensor ](https://r2r.tech/videos/roll-2-roll-technologies-launches-440mm-sensor.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies is releasing a new bigger and better sensor. Check out this video to learn more and reserve yours today! - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies Web Position Sensor demo with multiple materials](https://r2r.tech/videos/roll-2-roll-technologies-web-position-sensor-demo-multiple-materials.md): This demo video shows the capabilities of the sensor to work with different web materials without the need for any setup or calibration. - [Roll-2-Roll® Sensors: How it works and what are the applications?](https://r2r.tech/videos/roll-2-rollr-sensors-how-it-works-and-what-are-applications.md): The webinar will cover sensing and measurement technology that are used in Roll-2-Roll® Sensors. The presentation will cover: the fundamental working principle of the patented fiber optic technology… - [SCU5 Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu5-controller.md): SCU5 controller can be used for both sensing and control applications. These controllers come in different form factors including a DIN rail option. - [SCU5 Web Width Measurement Setting - One and two sensor application](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu5-web-width-measurement-setting-one-and-two-sensor-application.md): The tutorial demonstrates the procedures to setup the SCU5 Roll-2-Roll® Controller for web width measurement with one sensor and two sensors. It is a step by step presentation of navigating through… - [SCU6x Controller Center Guiding with Two Sensors](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-center-guiding-two-sensors.md): In this episode, we discuss situations where using two sensors becomes essential, particularly when the sensor is not wide enough for the web being monitored. The video demonstrates configuring two… - [SCU6x Controller Firmware Version](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-firmware-version.md): This video will discuss the firmware number on your SCU6x controller. You'll learn how to find the firmware number and how it is crucial for troubleshooting and understanding the capabilities of… - [SCU6x Controller Functionality of Sensor Orientation Buttons](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-functionality-sensor-orientation-buttons.md): This video demonstrates the sensor orientation button functionality on the SCU6x controller for web guiding and monitoring applications in the converting industry. Learn how this feature allows you… - [SCU6x Controller Heartbeat Indicator](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-heartbeat-indicator.md): Heartbeat LED Indicator in the SCU6x Controller: Your Troubleshooting Companion This video dives into the critical Heartbeat LED indicator found in the SCU6x controller. Learn how this small light… - [SCU6x Controller Sensor Setting Demonstration](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-sensor-setting-demonstration.md): Understanding Web Position Monitoring with the SCU6x Controller In this episode, we showcase the functionality of the SCU6x Controller's web position monitoring system. By focusing on the left edge… - [SCU6x Controller Web Detect Indicator](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-web-detect-indicator.md): This video focuses on the Web Detect Indicator on the SCU6x controller interface. Learn how the Web Detect Indicator functions, what it looks like under normal operating conditions, and what to do… - [SCU6x Controller Web Position Bar](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-web-position-bar.md): Understanding the Web Position Indicator on the SCU6x Controller In this episode, we dive into the functionality of the web position indicator on the SCU6x Controller. This segment focuses on… - [SCU6x Controller Actuator Bar Screen](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-actuator-bar-screen.md): We delve into the details of the SCU6x Controller's features, specifically the actuator position bar and the servo center button. - [SCU6x Controller Actuator Position Bar](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-actuator-position-bar.md): The video explores the actuator position bar, how it indicates the position and status of the actuator, including visual cues when nearing stroke limits. - [SCU6x Controller Automatic Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-automatic-web-guiding.md): The highlight of the video is the automatic web guiding system, which ensures the web is steered to its correct position. - [SCU6x Controller Center Guiding One Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-center-guiding-one-sensor.md): Understanding Sensor Orientation and Edge Guiding with the SCU6x Controller In this episode, we dive into the functionality of the SCU6x Controller with a focus on sensor orientation and edge… - [SCU6x Controller Center Guiding with One Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-center-guiding-one-sensor-0.md): We explore the process of center guiding using a single sensor with the SCU6x Controller, making it highly effective for managing changes in web width - [SCU6x Controller Confirming the Guide Point Adjustment](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-confirming-guide-point-adjustment.md): video highlights measures taken to prevent accidental changes of the guide point and ensure that adjustments are made intentionally. - [SCU6x Controller Electronic Stroke Limit for Actuators](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-electronic-stroke-limit-actuators.md): The electronic stroke limit for actuators on the SCU6x Controllers solves the issue of actuators stroke limit on web breaks. - [SCU6x Controller Fine Guide Point Adjustment](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-fine-guide-point-adjustment.md): How to make precise, real-time guide point changes automatically through the SCU6x Operator Interface Screen. Fine guide point adjustments in web guiding - [SCU6x Controller for Different Guiding Applications Based on Actuator Thrust](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-different-guiding-applications-based-actuator-thrust.md): We discuss both the SCU 6X MD and SCU 6X MXD models, focusing on their use with low and high thrust actuators. Requirements for each model - [SCU6x Controller Functionality of Sensor Orientation](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-functionality-sensor-orientation.md): This video demonstrates the SCU6x Controller's Sensor Orientation feature on the Operator Interface. Learn how this feature provides flexibility in web guiding applications by allowing operators to… - [SCU6x Controller Gross Guide Point Reset](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-gross-guide-point-reset.md): we demonstrate how to perform a gross point adjustment on the SCU6x Controller. Focus on the technique known as a gross guide point adjustment. - [SCU6x Controller Interface Home Main Screen Tutorial Part I ](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-interface-home-main-screen-tutorial-part-i.md): we will cover the operator interface screen, available buttons, and the connections. Learn the critical troubleshooting tips. - [SCU6x Controller Interface Tutorial II - Actuator / Web Guiding Controls](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-interface-tutorial-ii-actuator-web-guiding-controls.md): he SCU6x Controller Tutorial explores the SCU 6X controller with a focus on its functionalities and capabilities not covered in the first part. - [SCU6x Controller Operator Lockout During Automatic Mode](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-operator-lockout-during-automatic-mode.md): we explore the safety measures of the web guide controller when set to automatic mode. Key highlights include the automatic disabling of the tools icon - [SCU6x Controller Reset Guide Point to Zero](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-reset-guide-point-zero.md): How to reset the guide point offset to zero in automatic mode using the servo center button and the reset confirmation security feature. - [SCU6x Controller Resetting the Guide Point with a Wide Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-resetting-guide-point-wide-sensor.md): Steps of resetting the guide point, both in automatic and manual modes, precise guidance of the web when using a wide sensor, one sensor application. - [SCU6x Controller Screen for Enhanced View of the Actuator Position](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-screen-enhanced-view-actuator-position.md): An enhanced operator interface provides a larger view of the actuator position. Useful when operators are working at a distance from the controller. - [SCU6x Controller Servo Center](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-servo-center.md): We'll explain how the servo center button positions the web guide in neutral and how this differs from the momentary jog buttons - [SCU6x Controller Servo Center Operator Lock](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-servo-center-operator-lock.md): We explore an important feature of the SCU6x Controller related to the servo center position. Operators blocked from changing the servo center position - [SCU6x Controller Set Up for Guiding and Actuator](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-set-guiding-and-actuator.md): We demonstrate the setup process for the SCU6x controller, focusing on its functionalities for guiding and actuation switching between modes. - [SCU6x Controller Web Detect and Web Break Detection and Actuator Response](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-web-detect-and-web-break-detection-and-actuator-response.md): we introduce and explain the automatic web detect signal feature of the SCU6x Controller. It ensures that the actuator stops moving when the web breaks - [SCU6x Controller Web Guide Auto Manual Button](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-web-guide-auto-manual-button.md): we explore the functionalities of the SCU6x Controller, focusing on switching between manual and automatic modes. Highlighting the indicators - [SCU6x Controller: Guide Point Reset Feature Explained](https://r2r.tech/videos/scu6x-controller-guide-point-reset-feature-explained.md): The SCU6x Controller offers a digital solution to switch web widths seamlessly without having to physically move the sensor. - [Sensor for center and edge guiding from Roll-2-Roll Technologies ](https://r2r.tech/videos/sensor-center-and-edge-guiding-roll-2-roll-technologies.md): One of the many features of our wide width sensors is the ability to function as a sensor for both edge and center guiding without the need for calibration. - [Setting the Parameters of SCU5 for Servo Center Operation using a Physical or Electronic Position.](https://r2r.tech/videos/setting-parameters-scu5-servo-center-operation-using-physical-or-electronic-position.md): How to set the servo center position or the home position using the SCU5 controller. 1: 22 Physically installating a proximity sensor to detect the home position. 4:32 Changing the polarity of the… - [Simple Guide Point Adjustment for Web Guiding System](https://r2r.tech/videos/simple-guide-point-adjustment-web-guiding-system.md): An upgraded, intuitive guide point adjustment option to make it easier than ever to move the guide point without ever touching the sensor. This option to adjust the guide point is simple and… - [Simple, quick and easy installation of compact web guiding system](https://r2r.tech/videos/simple-quick-and-easy-installation-compact-web-guiding-system.md): This video shows how easy it is to install the Roll-2-Roll Technologies Compact Web Guiding System. The complete installation can be done within minutes. - [Single Edge Web Guiding Essentials](https://r2r.tech/videos/single-edge-web-guiding-essentials.md): Use of web guides and edge sensors for feedback in guiding mechanisms. Positioning of sensors, the importance of alignment, and the common practice of repositioning sensors during web width changes. - [Sinusoidal disturbance rejection demo featuring Roll-2-Roll Technologies web guiding system](https://r2r.tech/videos/sinusoidal-disturbance-rejection-demo-featuring-roll-2-roll-technologies-web-guiding-system.md): This video shows the sinusoidal disturbance rejection capabilities of our web guides. Our web guides position the web repeatably. - [Steering Guide Installation Guidelines](https://r2r.tech/videos/steering-guide-installation-guidelines.md): The installation and operation of a steering guide. The mechanics of a single roller installed on angled raceways, bending action, and essential guidelines - [Steering Guides Installation Mistakes and Options](https://r2r.tech/videos/steering-guides-installation-mistakes-and-options.md): Critical aspects of steering guides. It's crucial to maintain a 90-degree angle on the plane of motion to avoid twisting and bending in the web span. - [Stop Missing Splices: Automated Detection for Converting Lines | 1DC Series](https://r2r.tech/videos/stop-missing-splices-automated-detection-converting-lines-1dc-series.md): Sophisticated splice detection system with 1DC480 sensor. Showcasing capability to detect various splice types up to 1000 fpm. - [Thread counting and monitoring applications with Web Position Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/thread-counting-and-monitoring-applications-web-position-sensor.md): The ARIS WPS 440 can do many things. In this video we show the thread counting and monitoring application for the wide sensor. - [Types of Web Guides Web Guiding Fundamentals Webinar](https://r2r.tech/videos/types-web-guides-web-guiding-fundamentals-webinar.md): Terminologies and types of web guides, terminal guides like unwind and rewinds, and intermediate guides such as offset pivot guides and steering guides. - [Understanding Actuators in Web Guiding Systems | Web Guiding Fundamentals](https://r2r.tech/videos/understanding-actuators-web-guiding-systems-web-guiding-fundamentals.md): Essential aspects of actuators in web guiding systems in this episode of our webinar series on Web Guiding Fundamentals. - [Updated Pneumo-hydraulic Upgrade Kits](https://r2r.tech/videos/updated-pneumo-hydraulic-upgrade-kits.md): Are you looking for an affordable option to replace your pneumohydraulic or electromechanical web guiding systems? If you have an existing web guide with outdated sensors and control unit, then… - [Updated Sensor Mounting Bracket](https://r2r.tech/videos/updated-sensor-mounting-bracket.md): New and improved sensor mounting bracket! Our customers wanted a more robust mounting solution, so we're providing a sturdy, easy to use, and affordable sensor mounting. Order yours today! - [Web Guide Actuators](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guide-actuators.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies doesn't just cater to the narrow web guide applications. Our line of actuators can help you in both narrow and wide web applications at any point in your converting process… - [Web Guide Solutions: Retrofit Kit for Pneumo-hydraulic units](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guide-solutions-retrofit-kit-pneumo-hydraulic-units.md): Looking for a way to update your pneumohydraulic converting machine? Using a retrofit kit from Roll-2-Roll Technologies saves money and hassle without having to replace your entire line. Learn about… - [Web Guide Upgrade Kits](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guide-upgrade-kits.md): We now have a solution with our retrofit kits featuring Roll-2-Roll® Web Positioning Sensors and SCU5 Controller for upgrading existing web guides. - [Web Guiding and Monitoring Contrast Sensing - SCU5 Controller Set Up for Contrast Sensing](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-and-monitoring-contrast-sensing-scu5-controller-set-contrast-sensing.md): This instruction video shows that the SCU5 Controller is simple to set up for Contrast Sensing Applications. - [Web Guiding Applications and Advanced Web Guiding Concepts: May 13th 2020 Webinar](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-applications-and-advanced-web-guiding-concepts-may-13th-2020-webinar.md): Edge Guiding Straight edge Fuzzy edge Jagged edge Wrinkles Center Guiding One sensor measuring two edges Two sensors, one each for an edge Moving sensor center guiding (mechanical sensor… - [Web Guiding Fundamentals](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-fundamentals.md): Basics of web guiding, including why we need web guides, working principle, components of a web guiding system and design considerations are discussed. - [Web Guiding System Data Collection and Analysis](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-system-data-collection-and-analysis.md): At Roll-2-Roll Technologies we do extensive research and testing to optimized our web guiding technology. Check out this video to see how we do that. - [Web guiding system installation](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-system-installation.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies shows just how easy it to set up its web guiding system. The automatic function does all the work. - [Web Guiding System Installation - Key Techniques and Considerations](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-system-installation-key-techniques-and-considerations.md): Proper installation techniques for web guiding systems. Essential elements such as 90-degree wrap at the entry and exit of rollers, and others - [Web Width Measurement and Monitoring System](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-and-monitoring-system.md): Web width measurement and monitoring of a web within a web using a contrast sensing application from Roll-2-Roll Technologies. - [Web Width Measurement Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-sensor.md): Web width measurement is a common need in the converting industry. This video shows the web width measurement application with the ARIS WPS. - [Web width measurement with ARIS web position sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-aris-web-position-sensor.md): The capabilities of the ARIS web position sensor for web width measurement and web width monitoring is shown in this video. - [Web Width Measurement with Roll-2-Roll WPS 440 Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-roll-2-roll-wps-440-sensor.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies offers robust width measurement capabilities with the WPS 440 Sensor. Using a PLC connected via ethernet, we are able to get repeatable width measurements on any material… - [Web Width Measurement with Roll-2-Roll® Controller: RTI and SCU5](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-roll-2-rollr-controller-rti-and-scu5.md): In this video we discuss in detail the setps involved in logging the width measurement from SCU5 using the RTI. - [Web Width Measurement with SCU5 Controller: Digital Output to Drive Stack Light](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-width-measurement-scu5-controller-digital-output-drive-stack-light.md): Web Width Measurement with SCU5 Controller: Digital Output to Drive Stack Light - [What are Displacement Web Guides? Principles and Applications](https://r2r.tech/videos/what-are-displacement-web-guides-principles-and-applications.md): Displacement web guides, a widely used and recommended solution for web guiding applications. How these guides work without bending the web. - [What are the Components of a Web Guide](https://r2r.tech/videos/what-are-components-web-guide.md): There are four basic components of a web guide; the mechanism, the controller, the sensor and the actuator. This video briefly discusses these components. - [What are the Components of a Web Guide System?](https://r2r.tech/videos/what-are-components-web-guide-system.md): The essential elements of a basic web guide system. We explore the four main components: the guide structure, the actuator, the sensor, and the controller. - [Why Use Center Guiding in Converting Operations SCU6x Controller](https://r2r.tech/videos/why-use-center-guiding-converting-operations-scu6x-controller.md): Center guiding is required when dealing with processes that handle different material widths and/or have edges that are irregular. - [Why we need Web Guiding in Roll-to-Roll Processes](https://r2r.tech/videos/why-we-need-web-guiding-roll-roll-processes.md): the necessity of web guiding, covering key reasons such as material imperfections, machine variations, tension control issues, and operator errors. - [WPS 900 Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/wps-900-sensor.md): WPS 900 provides a sensing range of 901 mm or 35.47”. This is the widest sensing range available today in the converting industry. The wide range offered by WPS 900 allows converters to handle a… - [You Don't Need to Calibrate Our Web Edge Sensor](https://r2r.tech/videos/you-dont-need-calibrate-your-web-edge-sensor.md): Check out how simple and easy it is to install our sensors for edge guiding, line guiding, contrast guiding and width measurement applications. ## Events - [AIMCAL R2R Conference USA 2018](https://r2r.tech/events/aimcal-r2r-conference-usa-2018.md): he AIMCAL R2R Conference has been a champion of roll to roll processing, and the converting industry for many years. If you are a newcomer to this annual event, you will see why it consistently… - [Converter's Expo 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2019.md): Your one-stop shop for all things converting is back in 2019 with additional exhibit space! Celebrating 12 years as the only one-day expo exclusively serving the converting industry, Converters Expo… - [Converters Expo 2018 - April 18, 2018](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2018-april-18-2018.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC will be back again at Converters Expo with their new products in Web Position Sensors and Web Guiding Systems. Displays of the products demonstrating the easy to install… - [Converters Expo 2020 - Virtual Exposition Kick Off](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2020-virtual-exposition-kick.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies will be present again at Converters Expo. However, this year your one-stop shop for all things converting, Converters Expo will be online and open for business 24-hours a… - [Converters Expo 2024](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2024.md): Come see Roll-2-Roll Technologies at the Converters Expo show this April. Converters Expo is just around the corner, and we're excited to showcase the SCU6x controller's game-changing features: 3x… - [Converters Expo 2025](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2025.md): We're excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the upcoming Converters Expo on May 21st, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin! 🔍 Find us at: Booth #125 Mark your calendar for this… - [Converters Expo 2026](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-2026.md): Join us at Converters Expo 2026 to discover how our 1DC Series is solving problems related to splice detection, flag detection, defect detection, etc., across the converting industry. - [Converters Expo South](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-south.md): Converters Expo South is a one day expo that unites converters of paper, film, plastics and nonwovens with industry buyers, specialists and suppliers. With hundreds of attendees expected, Converters… - [Converters Expo South 2018 - February 6, 2018](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-south-2018-february-6-2018.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC will be present at the first edition of Converters Expo South with their new products in Web Position Sensors and Web Guiding Systems. Displays of the products… - [Converters Expo South 2020](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-south-2020.md): Visit our table top exhibit at Converters Expo South in Charlotte, NC on February 12, 2020. We have the latest and most advanced technology in web guiding and sensor applications in the industry… - [Converters Expo South 2025](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-south-2025.md): Come see Roll-2-Roll Technologies at the Converters Expo South this February 19th, 2025. Converters Expo is just around the corner, and we're excited to showcase the ODC Family and the SCU6x… - [Converters Expo South 2026](https://r2r.tech/events/converters-expo-south-2026.md): Join us at Converters Expo South 2026 to discover how our 1DC Series is solving splice detection across the converting industry. - [Fundamentals of Web Guiding](https://r2r.tech/events/fundamentals-web-guiding.md): The event has already completed but a recorded version of the Webinar is now available on this web page: https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-fundamentals - [ICE Europe 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/ice-europe-2019.md): ICE Europe 2019, Munich, Germany - Mar 12-14, 2019 - [ICE Europe 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/ice-europe-2019-0.md): The World's Leading Exhibition for the Paper, Film and Foil Converting Industry is a biennial event that takes place at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. ICE covers the key areas of the… - [ICE Europe 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/ice-europe-2019-1.md): As the World’s Leading Exhibition for the conversion of flexible, web-based materials, such as paper, film, foil and nonwovens, ICE Europe is the central marketplace for the international converting… - [ICE USA 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/ice-usa-2019-0.md): Visitors attend ICE USA specifically for the opportunity to get hands-on with the latest converting equipment, technology and services. This group of buyers and decision makers who convert and… - [ICE USA 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/ice-usa-2019.md): ICE USA is the leading event in the Americas for the converting of paper, film, foil, nonwovens and other flexible web-based materials. - [LabelExpo Americas 2018 - Sept. 25-27 2018](https://r2r.tech/events/labelexpo-americas-2018-sept-25-27-2018.md): The largest event for the label and package printing industry in the Americas. Visit us in Booth 460, Hall A. - [LabelExpo Americas 2021](https://r2r.tech/events/labelexpo-americas-2021.md): Labelexpo Americas, launched in 1989, is the largest label event in the Americas. Much of the recent growth is driven by ever-increasing numbers of Latin American printers. - [LabelExpo Europe 2019](https://r2r.tech/events/labelexpo-europe-2019.md): Labelexpo Europe is the world's largest event for the label and package printing industry. The event launched in London in 1980 and it moved to Brussels in 1985, where it has remained since. View… - [Pack Expo 2025](https://r2r.tech/events/pack-expo-2025.md): We're supporting one of sales partners, Web Tech LLC, by joining them at Pack Expo in Las Vegas from Sept. 29th through October 1st, 2025. Their booth is in the Upper South Hall, SU-27083. There you… - [R2R Conference Exhibit and Presentation - Advanced Web Guiding Applications and Concepts](https://r2r.tech/events/r2r-conference-exhibit-and-presentation-advanced-web-guiding-applications-and-concepts.md): Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC will be present at AIMCAL R2R Virtual Conference starting October 19th, 2020. A great opportunity to consult with us regarding solutions for web guiding and sensor… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC at Converters Expo 2022](https://r2r.tech/events/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-converters-expo-2022.md): We make your converting process easier to manage. Our business is to provide simple to operate solutions for difficult web guiding and monitoring applications. Web guiding applications in edge… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC at Converters Expo 2022](https://r2r.tech/events/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-converters-expo-2022-0.md): Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Converters Expo in the heart of the nation’s largest converting corridor. For a decade and a half, Converters Expo has been bringing converters of paper, film… - [Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC will be at Converters Expo South 2022](https://r2r.tech/events/roll-2-roll-technologies-llc-will-be-converters-expo-south-2022.md): Converters Expo South unites manufacturers of paper film, plastics, foil and nonwovens. Now in its 4th year serving the Southeastern converting industry, the Expo is expected to bring almost 100… - [Webinar: Roll-2-Roll® Sensors: How it works and what are the applications?](https://r2r.tech/events/webinar-roll-2-rollr-sensors-how-it-works-and-what-are-applications.md): The webinar will cover sensing and measurement technology that are used in Roll-2-Roll® Sensors. The presentation will cover: the fundamental working principle of the patented fiber optic technology… - [Webinar: Web Guiding Applications and Advanced Web Guiding Concepts ](https://r2r.tech/events/webinar-web-guiding-applications-and-advanced-web-guiding-concepts.md): Join us to learn more about web guiding applications such as: Edge Guiding Straight edge Fuzzy edge Jagged edge Wrinkles Center Guiding One sensor measuring two edges Two sensors, one each for an…