Low & High Speed Haul-Off Units for Precise Tension – PP Strap Extrusion Line
Precision Tension Control System
Tension control is a critical factor affecting product thickness uniformity, stretching orientation effectiveness, and final winding quality in PP strapping production. This production line features a multi-stage haul-off system consisting of a low-speed three-roller haul-off unit (0-40 m/min, 5.5KW) and a high-speed five-roller haul-off unit (0-250 m/min, 15KW), as well as multiple high-speed three-roller units (0-250 m/min, 5.5KW), forming a stepped speed and tension control network. The low-speed unit stabilizes the nascent tape after extrusion, while the high-speed units provide precise tension adjustment after stretching and setting. Multi-stage haul-off combined with closed-loop speed control ensures constant, fluctuation-free tension across all sections, providing a solid foundation for high-precision, high-speed production.
Technical Specifications
| Haul-off Unit |
Speed Range |
Motor Power |
Rollers |
Installation Position |
| Low-speed 3-roller |
0-40 m/min |
5.5 KW |
3 |
After first tank, before extension box |
| High-speed 5-roller |
0-250 m/min |
15 KW |
5 |
After extension box, before embosser |
| High-speed 3-roller (multiple) |
0-250 m/min |
5.5 KW |
3 |
After oven, after secondary tank, etc. |
Key Features & Benefits
- Low-speed unit: Gentle traction of nascent tape prevents stretching deformation
- High-speed units: Precise tension control after stretching and setting
- Speed accuracy: ±1 m/min, full-line closed-loop synchronization
- Chrome-plated rollers: HRC58-60 hardness, wear-resistant and non-damaging
- Stable tension: Multi-stage traction eliminates cumulative tension fluctuations
- Fast response: Inverter/servo drives for instant tension adjustment
- Reduced scrap: Stable tension ensures uniform thickness, reducing dimensional rejections
- High-speed compatible: High-speed units support 250 m/min line speed
- Coordinated control: PLC unified coordination for easy operation
- Quality enhancement: Constant tension ensures consistent product performance
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are both low-speed and high-speed haul-off units needed?
The low-speed unit stabilizes the nascent tape after extrusion and before stretching, preventing accidental deformation of not-fully-cooled tape. The high-speed units transport the stretched and set finished tape, meeting high line speed demands. Stage-specific control optimizes tension matching at each section, improving overall stability.
How is speed synchronization ensured among multiple haul-off units?
The entire line uses PLC closed-loop coordinated control. The operator sets the main line speed on the touch screen, and the system automatically calculates the speed ratios for each haul-off unit, precisely executed via inverters. Individual units can be fine-tuned independently to suit different draw ratios and process requirements.
How much tension deviation triggers automatic adjustment?
Tension sensors monitor in real-time. When the actual tension deviates from the setpoint by more than ±2%, the control system immediately fine-tunes the speed or torque of the relevant haul-off motor, bringing tension back within range. This process occurs in milliseconds, virtually imperceptible to the operator.