Trim Cutters Eliminate Disruptive Scrap Blockages

Trim Cutters Materials

Trim Cutters for Pressure Sensitive Matrix

7-6 Trim Cutter Isometric View

5SC Trim Cutter Isometric View

Trim Cutters Under Corrugator

Cut Edge Trim into Small Pieces - Minimize Downtime and Run at Full Speed

BloApCo Trim Cutters and Trim Removal Systems eliminate disruptive edge trim scrap blockages, which enable web manufacturers, slitters and converters to minimize downtime and run at full speed. By cutting the continuous edge trim and web matrix into small pieces, the scrap more easily pneumatically conveyed through the ductwork, allowing BloApCo Trim Removal Systems to take scrap and waste directly from the process, increasing operational efficiency and drastically reducing costs. This is especially beneficial wherever multiple sources of waste material are conveyed through the same duct.

Overview

BloApCo trim cutter with samples of products manufactured using a trim cutter

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If your converting line creates edge trim, the by-product is an opportunity to save time and money. Increase production up-time and allow your converting machinery to run at full speed with a BloApCo Trim Cutter as part of your comprehensive scrap handling system.

Trim Cutters enable continuous web manufacturers, slitters and converters to remove edge trim from production lines while maximizing up-time by eliminating edge trim blockages. They cut continuous material into small pieces that move with ease to a collection area such as a baler or compactor, and are ideal wherever one or more edge trims are conveyed through the same duct.

Industries

Converting
Paper
Film
Plastic
Non-woven
Foils

Materials

From 0.00025 inches (6.35 ¼m) to 0.25 inches (6350 ¼m)

light paper
poly films
recording tape
Mylar
fine nylon fibers
non-wovens
paper
light fiberboard
corrugated board
solid bleached sulfate, paperboard
plastic film
foil laminates
pressure-sensitive stock
light, non-ferrous foils
heavy fiberboard
solid bleached sulfate paperboard
laminated kraft, heavy non-ferrous metal up to 0.025 in.

Models & Specifications

Light-Duty

less than 1 mil (25.4µm)

Ideal for:

Light paper
Poly films
Recording tape
Mylar
Fine nylon fibers
Non-wovens

Some models will accurately and consistently cut film as thin as 0.000025 in. (6.35 µm) with ease.

Model 7-6

Air Capacity 1,000 cfm (1,700 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 7.75 in. (206 mm)
Motor 1hp rpm 3,600 max
Model 7-6 Tech Sheet

Model 7-7

Air Capacity 1,000 cfm (1,700 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 7 in. (176 mm)
Motor 1hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 7-7 Tech Sheet

Model 8-5

Air Capacity 4,500 cfm (7,650 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 13.5 in. (343 mm)
Motor 5hp rpm 3,600 max
Model 8-5 Tech Sheet

Medium-Duty

3-20 mil (76 – 508µm)

Ideal for:

paper
light fiber board
corrugated board
solid bleached sulfate paperboard
plastic film
foil laminates
pressure-sensitive stock
light, non-ferrous foils

Model 3B

Air Capacity 1,000 cfm (1,700 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 6.25 in. (159 mm)
Motor .75 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 3B Tech Sheet

Model 5TOB / 5SC

Air Capacity 3,000 cfm (5,100 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 8.5 in. (216 mm)
Motor 2 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 5TOB Tech Sheet
Model 5SC Tech Sheet

Model 7-6

Air Capacity 1,000 cfm (1,700 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 7.75 in. (206 mm)
Motor 1 hp rpm 3,600 max
Model 7-6 Tech Sheet

Model 7-7

Air Capacity 1,000 cfm (1,700 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 7 in. (176 mm)
Motor 1 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 7-7 Tech Sheet

Model 8-3

Air Capacity 4,500 cfm (7,650 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 13.5 in. (343 mm)
Motor 5 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 8-3 Tech Sheet

Model 8-5

Air Capacity 4,500 cfm (7,650 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 13.5 in. (343 mm)
Motor 5 hp rpm 3,600 max
Model 8-5 Tech Sheet

Heavy-Duty

20 mil (508µm and up)

Ideal for:

heavy fiberboard
solid bleached sulfate paperboard
laminated kraft, heavy non-ferrous metal up to 0.025 in.

Air Capacity 3,000 cfm (5,100 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 8.5 in. (216 mm)
Motor 2 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 5TOB Tech Sheet
Model 5SC Tech Sheet

Air Capacity 4,500 cfm (7,650 m3/hr)
Inlet Width 13.5 in. (343 mm)
Motor 5 hp rpm 2,000 max
Model 8-3 Tech Sheet

Configurations

Motor Positions

Cutter Head Positions

Diagonal Flow, Standard Mount Cutter — Diagonal Flow, Standard Mount

Vertical Up Flow Cutter — Vertical Up Flow

Vertical Down Flow Cutter — Vertical Down Flow

Cutter Mounting Arrangements

Trim Removal

Dual pickups from top to offset trim cutter

Dual pickups from bottom to offset trim cutter

Dual pickups to tandem trim cutters ideally suited for corrugator edge trim

Narrow web matrix from top to trim cutter

Refurbishment

Keep your Trim Cutter Running at Peak Condition

An Overview of the Refurbishment Process: Trim Cutter Arrives at BloApCo

BloApCo Trim Cutter Arrives at Factory for Refurbishment

BloApCo Trim Cutter Blades Arrive at Factory for Refurbishment

Complete Teardown and Inspection

BloApCo Trim Cutter Teardown and Inspection for Refurbishment

Cutter Components Thoroughly Cleaned and Prepped for Reassembly

Cleaning BloApCo Trim Cutter Components During Refurbishment

Polishing BloApCo Trim Cutter Components During Refurbishment

Reassembly. New and Reconditioned Components set to Original Factory Settings

Reassembling BloApCo Trim Cutter Components During Refurbishment

Painting, Finishing and Secured for Shipping

Painting BloApCo Trim Cutter Housing During Refurbishment

Finishing BloApCo Trim Cutter Refurbishment

Crating Refurbished BloApCo Trim Cutter for Shipping

Back to you as good as new!

BloApCo will ship your refurbished Trim Cutter to you within two to three weeks of an accepted proposal.

Replacement Knives and Knife Sharpening

Based on your specific usage, Trim Cutters will lose their edge in six months to two years. Trust BloApCo for Knife Sharpening and Genuine OEM Replacement Knives. Keep an extra set of knives on hand to keep your line running without unexpected delays.

Cost Estimate Form

Call BloApCo at 800-959-0880 or complete this form for a cost estimate. For faster service have your Trim Cutter Model and Serial numbers handy a quotation.