wet film weight/ thickness gauge
The ability to accurately measure the wet film weight on sheets as they come off the coater significantly shortens the ‘make ready’ process and also allows easy optimization of coatings thickness. Better coatings control promotes rapid payback through improved efficiency, reduced lacquer consumption and better product quality.
What customers are saying
“Significant savings in coatings usage and setup time have been made with the Sencon Wet Film Weight Gauge. The system is easy for operators and gives them confidence they are doing the right thing.”King Can
“Instead of set up taking about an hour, we can start production immediately using the Sencon system”
Xiamen Jiyuan Enterprise Co. Ltd
“Supplying product that is resistant to aggressive contents inside the can is very important for our reputation. Since installing the Sencon Wet Film Weight Gauge we have been able to guarantee the quality of the sheets to our end customers because the SC8800 ensures that the film weight is very stable”.Taicang Zhongyang Metal Printing Co. Ltd
- benefits
- Easy to install
- Initial calibration in less than 30 seconds
- Coatings savings - typical 3%-6% ( higher savings up to 18% also reported)
- Saves time with quicker set-up /make ready times
- Rapid payback (typical 5 - 10 months)
- Improved efficiency
- Reduced lacquer waste
- Better product quality
- Less scrap
- Customer configurable limits
Wet Film Weight Gauge twin head installation
Improved Efficiency
By removing the need to pass sheets through the oven before measuring film weight, make ready times can be significantly reduced. More time will therefore be available for production, so improving line and plant profitability.
Reduced Lacquer Waste
Instant feedback on the effect of adjustments gives operators the confidence to optimize the coater setup to achieve the minimum film weight without risking customer complaint. Yet wasteful over-application will be eliminated, saving on expensive coating costs.
Better Product Quality
Alarm outputs from the system will provide immediate warning of film weight problems. Immediate correction can then be made, saving downtime and spoilage while maintaining product quality.
Less Scrap
All measurements are taken without touching the sheet, further reducing scrap as sheets are saved from handling damage.