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      • Pattern and Product Development
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Research and Development

Our Research and Development Services

 

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Texture Analysis

As part of our Research and Development sector, we can evaluate a texture to determine what is happening on the macro and micro level

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Pilot Line & Lab Calendering Trials

Our pilot scale heated roll embossing and calendering machine allows us to trial customer's product before going into full scale production

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3D pattern rendering

Pattern and Product Development

If one of our stock textures doesn't fit the bill, we can modify an existing design or create an entirely new pattern

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We are a global supplier of engraved embossing rolls and a manufacturer of the machines that use them. Our U.S. East Coast location makes us an ideal supplier to manufacturing facilities on both sides of the Atlantic. And the Equator.

Headquarters:
10190 Maple Leaf Ct.
Ashland, VA 23005

Office: +1-804-798-1199
Cell: +1-804-921-0596
Fax: +1-804-798-1195

DID YOU KNOW...?

Not all metal embossing rolls are created equal. Our 63 – 65 Rockwell C roll sets are induction hardened for maximum case depth and have a chrome content of 3% min to add toughness.

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  • Machinery
    • Embossers
      • All Embossers
      • Composite Decking & Siding Embossers
      • Metal Embossers
      • Plastic and Film Embossers
      • Packaging and Foil Embossers
    • Calenders
      • All Calendars
      • Nonwoven Calenders
      • Paper Calenders
      • Film Calenders
    • Specialty Machinery
      • Pilot Lines
  • Rolls
    • Engraving Services
      • Engraved Rolls
      • Gravure | Applicator
    • Roll Servicing
      • Chrome Plating
      • Grinding | Turning
    • Specialty Rolls
      • Nylon Rolls
      • Heat Transfer Rolls
  • Services
    • Research and Development
      • Texture Analysis
      • Pilot Line & Lab Calendering Trials
      • Pattern and Product Development
    • Service Technicians
      • Mechanical Evaluations | Engineering Review
      • Machinery Installation
      • On-Site Engraving Technicians
    • Machinery Remodeling
      • Machinery Upgrades
      • Used Equipment Rebuilding
  • Markets
  • About
  • Careers