In-line Finishing--Going Retro on Presses

A new innovation from WPM is the Fast-Track tape delivery system. Fast-Track can handle a variety of product sizes and is said to provide consistent laydown and delivery. The transition wheel and headstop heights are adjustable, and product sizes can be changed without adding makeready time.

Frick points out that after Lehigh Press installed Fast-Track and plant operators became familiar with the system, they came forward with concerns and suggestions on how it could be improved. WPM responded with a redesign that has greatly improved performance and ease of operation.