Automatic slitting and winding solutions for reliable textile processing

Since the 1970s, CAMPEN Machinery A/S has delivered reliable, robust, and easy-to-operate machinery for automatic slitting and winding. Our engineering team applies advanced technical knowledge and a solution-oriented mindset to deliver automatic slitting and winding equipment precisely matched to your line, material, and production goals. From concept development to commissioning, we prioritise stability, safety, and uniform roll quality for operators and downstream processes.

Consistent roll quality for nonwovens and technical textiles

Our automatic slitting and winding machines support both in-line slitting and off-line converting of nonwoven fabrics and technical textiles. You can select from twin roll or centre-driven slitter rewinders, achieving optimal winding results for each substrate and product format. Intelligent speed and tension controls provide stable web behaviour across all diameters, eliminating defects and improving conversion efficiency. Whether working with spunlace, geotextiles, artificial leather, fibreglass mats, or plastics, our slitting and winding systems deliver consistent, predictable results batch after batch.

Integrating automatic slitting and winding into your line delivers several production benefits:

• Shaftless unwinders with automatic load assist enable rapid roll changes while reducing operator handling risks.
• Accumulators maintain even web tension throughout splicing, protecting product integrity at every stage.
• Three-knife slitting systems with typical slit widths from 40–100 mm achieve clean and repeatable cuts, supporting the tightest edge tolerances.
• Guided edge trim (30–50 mm) reduces waste and dust for safer and cleaner production environments.
• Integrated cross cutting and automated roll separation options simplify handling and packaging downstream.
• Intuitive HMI and Siemens S7 PLC allow operators to manage jobs with confidence and minimal downtime.
• Tension-controlled winding strategies guarantee that each roll meets the precise hardness and density you require.

All mechanical and automation features are engineered to minimise vibration, stabilise torque, and precisely control nip pressure for optimal slitting and winding. We adapt winding recipes and slit patterns to a wide spectrum of materials, allowing each process run to achieve your quality benchmarks and reduce downstream complaints.

Customised engineering for every production environment

Each automatic slitting and winding solution is configured for your specific plant – taking into account line layout, safety standards, web types, and space constraints. We deliver both in-line and stand-alone systems and can integrate with packaging, roll handling, and label application to raise OEE and safety. Wide-web machine frames handle materials up to 5.1 metres in width, while heavy-duty handling systems safely manage rolls up to 2,000 kg.

All slitting and winding solutions are engineered to address real production requirements:

• Configurable slitter modules enable rapid changeovers between fabric and film, with minimal waste and short downtime windows.
• Recipe controls and process memory support repeatable quality, helping you maintain certification and documentation.
• Optional automatic knife positioning reduces set-up times and avoids manual errors.
• Energy-efficient drives and regenerative braking lower operational costs and support sustainability goals.
• Comprehensive guarding systems, light curtains, and safe access features protect operators.
• Remote diagnostics allow maintenance staff to address issues without delay and keep uptime at a maximum.

We specify all rollers, coverings, and web transport paths to reduce marking, minimise edge dust, and optimise substrate handling. Automatic web guiding, multiple tension zones, and dust controls ensure materials – from soft airlaid to dense geosynthetics – are slit and wound to strict quality standards. Enhanced throughput and reliable roll building help you meet delivery targets and decrease count of rejected rolls.

Decades of experience supporting high-volume operations

CAMPEN Machinery A/S is a preferred supplier to many of the world’s top nonwoven and technical textile manufacturers. Our automatic slitting and winding lines have been successfully installed throughout Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Drawing on more than 40 years of industry experience, we understand the technical challenges in construction, filtration, and hygiene materials.

Automatic slitting and winding solutions are widely used for geotextiles, automotive felt, industrial fibreglass, faux leather, and high-strength technical films. Knife technology, dust removal, and custom lay-on rolls are tailored to each application, while our systems’ advanced tension control preserves roll structure and edge alignment. Operator interfaces are designed for clarity, guided set-up, and visual status warnings to speed up training and reduce error rates.

We maintain your productivity with ongoing support services:

• Factory acceptance testing (FAT) and process trials to qualify equipment and ensure a smooth launch.
• Provision of spare parts and upgrade packages for extended service life.
• Remote and on-site technical support to maintain long-term reliability and workplace safety.
• Data logging and automated reporting enable process traceability for audits and customer assurance.

Whether you require in-line slitting with integrated winding or off-line rewinders for flexible conversion, our engineering team supports full integration with upstream forming and downstream packing. This guarantees a stable, sustainable, and efficient production flow.

Speak to experts in slitting and winding automation

Are you planning a new line or optimising an existing slitter rewinder? Tell us about your web material, slit patterns, and plant requirements. We provide technical guidance and propose reliable solutions tailored to your operation. Our experience in automatic slitting and winding is your advantage in cost-effective, high-quality production.

Need help with your automatic slitting and winding project? Talk to our engineers or request an assessment today. Learn more at www.artandthemachine.com/nonwoven or contact us at www.artandthemachine.com/contact-us.