The ‘Flexible Tipping and Combining Machine’ consists of two modules with the option of additional modules as required.

The first modular section as shown on the right in the photographs is for the feeding of rods (filter or tobacco) and has a tray station, hopper, single rod feed, and feed drums with a transfer system to the subsequent modular section for the product assembly.

The second modular section is for the feeding of rods (filter or tobacco) and has a tray station, hopper, single rod feed, cork paper bobbin, cork drum, ‘Hauni’ type glue system, and transfer drums which includes the final cut drum and knife assembly.

The final product is transported out of the machine on a low level exit conveyor that has a ‘hand catching’ station. As an option if required the machine can be equipped with a conveyor to link to a tray filler.

The unit is fitted with camera inspection for checking wrap and assembly and defective product is ejected.

The unit is set up to suit a product size that is advised with the option of change parts as described above for different sizes.

The machine as standard includes the ‘standard’ Hauni type glue system for the application of adhesive to the tipping paper. The glue roller is driven by a servo motor and control to enable both print and wipe glueing to be achieved. Adjustments can be made via the HMI.

A unique design has been utilised for the cork drum which enables adjustment for different suction port positions.

The machine design enables each tray station and rod feed system to be mounted on a sub plate which is easily and accurately adjusted for position. Furthermore the same design criteria has been applied for the cork bobbin and cork drum assembly which are mounted on a sub plate for easy and accurate adjustment.

Additionally the final cut drum and knife assembly are adjustable for product position.

The second modular section has a servo motor and control for the cork bobbin in order to be able to produce patch lengths between 19mm and 30mm. The patch length setting/adjustment is achieved via the HMI.

Preheaters are installed before the curling bars.

The machine has a B&R IPC based control system, servo motors and drives with B&R HMI

For alternative sizes of product the hopper feed section and drums are pre-assembled for different diameters.

Based on proven technology.
Modular design and construction.
Drums where possible are machined to enable more than one diameter to be accepted for quick changes.
A unique design has been utilised for the cork drum which enables adjustment for different suction port positions.