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Converter Accessory Corporation (CAC®) is introducing a lateral adjust option with its COR-LOK® air shafts for cantilevered installations in narrow web applications.

The lateral adjust option is built into the air shaft and an easily and safely operated handwheel facilitates side to side +/- 4 inch adjustments while the machine is running and production continues. The system includes CAC's exclusive adjustable core stop flange. The air shaft can be inflated through a rotary union via CAC's patented remote toggle valve, or with an air gun.

COR-LOK air shafts with the lateral adjust option feature all the standard engineering features of the standard COR-LOK systems, including a tubing (bladder) design contoured to match the geometry of the company's unique, spiraled shaft body. All COR-LOK air shafts and chucks offer exceptional gripping power over the full core length; feature a unique, wear resistant aluminum leaf locking system, and ensure core protection and damage free operation. They are lightweight and carefully designed for easy, safe operation.

Additionally, lateral adjust COR-LOK systems are easily cleaned and are designed for use in food-grade operations.

Lateral adjust COR-LOK air shafts are available in 2 to 12 inch standard diameters and are capable of handling 500 lbs at speeds to 2000 feet per minute.

According to CAC General Manager Pamela A. DiFrancesca, lateral adjust COR-LOK air shafts address growing market demands for systems that facilitate continuous production and reduce down time.

”Every component of all COR-LOK shafts and chucks, right down to the standardization of air tubing, is aimed at minimizing down time. The lateral adjust system allows narrow web converters to make changes on the fly,“ Damour said ”and offers a production advantage that could prove significant in highly competitive markets.“

Founded in 1974, Converter Accessory Corporation designs, engineers and manufactures web handling equipment for converters of paper, film, foil, nonwovens and textiles. Engineered solutions include high quality, cost effective equipment from the simplest aluminum core cone to the most sophisticated unwind/rewind system. CAC is represented by knowledgeable sales engineers and provides extensive consultation and post sales support.

For more information contact Pam DiFrancesca, Converter Accessory Corporation, 201 Alpha Road, Wind Gap, PA 18091-1279, (800) 433-2413, fax (610) 863-7818. sales@converteraccessory.com Web site: www.converteraccessory.com