Tension Issues

Is tension holding steady?

• Is tension needing to be increased by more than 6%?

• Check if the former is straight; straighten if needed.

• Check and adjust former disks if causing drag or friction.

Are brushes on the former set correctly?

• Is the web tight on both sides of the former?

• Push the brush to the rear of the machine to tighten the loose edge of the web.

Are feed rollers in good condition?

• Is there a step on the feed roller(s)?

• Replace feed rollers.

Is the web running smoothly on the former?

• Check for glue buildup on the former.

• Check if weights on forming rollers are causing drag.

• Clean the former.

• Remove weights from forming rollers.

Are gusset disks in correct locations?

• Are the gusset disks tight?

• Check and adjust the height and location of gusset disks per the setup sheet.

Are seam glue rollers in the correct location (height)?

• Is the roller height listed on the setup sheet?

• Move the roller to the correct height as per the setup sheet.

Are catchup rollers in good condition and in the correct location?

• Check for roller damage, glue buildup, or if they are set too tight.

• Replace damaged rollers.

• Clean glue buildup.

• Raise if too tight.

Inconsistent tension

• Check the drive belt for missing teeth or breaks.

• Replace the belt.