EXTRUSION (July 01, 2008)

Parkinson Technologies Inc. announces the release of its new model DRS dual razor slitter for film and sheet extrusion applications.

The new DRS features numerous improvements over other commercially available slitters. It’s a low-maintenance, cost-effective alternative to more complex and typically expensive dual-slitter designs.

The new Parkinson DRS has a design ensuring the dual blades are completely guarded whether they are retracted or extended, greatly reducing the chance of operator injury.

Additionally, either of the two blades can be installed or removed simply and without tools, as the DRS is designed so the blades are held in place magnetically. Also, the blades can be changed without interrupting the slitting process.

The DRS mounts on a standard dovetail bar, so it can be used as a retrofit slitter on other non-Parkinson winders. It can also accommodate other mounting options.

With a lower profile and more compact design than previous Parkinson slitters, the DRS is also designed to slit as narrow as 1.5 inches.

Parkinson Technologies Inc. (Woonsocket, R. I.); www.parkinsontechnologies.com; 401-762-2100