Since the 1970s, CAMPEN Machinery A/S has delivered reliable slitting and rewinding solutions for nonwovens and technical textiles. Our approach solves production challenges with robust, easy-to-operate equipment. Tension-controlled rewinding is essential for consistent roll build-up, clean slits, and minimal waste. By combining precise tension control, advanced mechanics, and seamless system integration, we help you achieve better uptime and roll quality. Our systems deliver stable results across wide webs and heavy rolls, backed by experienced project and service teams.
Tension-controlled rewinding provides stable web handling and uniform roll density from core to surface. This safeguards delicate fibres and sensitive surfaces and helps prevent telescoping, starring, and blocking during storage or transport. In production, consistent tension leads to reliable performance in downstream packaging, laminating, and converting operations.
Each material requires specific tension control. Spunlace and airlaid materials call for gentle handling, while fibreglass, faux leather, and plastic films benefit from steady torque and tight edge control. Our tension-controlled rewinding systems adapt automatically to different web types and roll diameters, maintaining even pressure and clean edges throughout the entire roll.
Precise speed and torque regulation ensure accurate slit widths and sharp edges. This is especially important for three-knife slitting or narrow web formats. As a result, you will see fewer complaints, reduced downtime, and lower cost per tonne.
We supply tension-controlled rewinding systems for both in-line and off-line production. You can choose between twin roll or centre-driven slitters, depending on your product and roll build requirements. For narrow webs, our three-knife technology supports typical slit widths from 40 to 100 mm. Edge trims from 30 to 50 mm and optional cross-cutting keep reels neat and suit flexible production demands.
A shaftless unwinder and web accumulator maintain stable tension during splices, ensuring minimal disturbance and absorbing any process variation. We handle roll widths up to 5.1 metres and roll loads of approximately 2,000 kilograms, reducing manual handling and improving operator safety during high-capacity slitting and rewinding.
Our rewinding lines are equipped with Siemens S7 PLC and an intuitive HMI. Operators can adjust recipes, monitor tension zones, and save settings for repeat jobs, streamlining workflow. Automated roll slitting and rewinding reduce changeover time and simplify training for new operators.
With these features, your production runs smoothly at high speed, with fewer stops and less scrap. You benefit from clean slits, straight edges, and stable roll build using tension-controlled rewinding—every shift.
CAMPEN Machinery has decades of experience in delivering tension-controlled rewinding systems for geotextiles, felts, spunlace, airlaid, fibreglass, artificial leather, and plastic films. Every system is engineered for continuous operation, easy maintenance, and the highest safety standards. Each line is tested to meet targeted web speeds, the right tension range, and reliable roll quality from the outset.
We integrate slitter/rewinders with your current production lines or provide complete off-line converting solutions, including packaging and rewinding. This streamlined integration reduces interface issues and speeds up commissioning. Our global support team ensures reliable installation and supports your operators with hands-on training and troubleshooting.
For production and quality managers, effective tension control results in fewer claims, improved efficiency, and consistent delivery schedules. For engineers and buyers, our machines are robust, easy to operate, and supported by accessible spare parts and remote diagnostics.
If consistent roll quality, stable uptime, and minimal waste are your goals, we have the right solution. Our tension-controlled rewinding systems can be customised to your material requirements, line speed, and plant layout. Discover more about our solutions for nonwovens and technical textiles.
Need help with your tension-controlled rewinding 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.
Peder Helbo
Sales Director