Almac Industrial Systems designs upenders as part of integrated roll handling solutions, rotating rolls, coils, and other cylindrical loads between horizontal and vertical positions for safe conveying, storage, and processing. Various styles and sizes are available for loads weighing from a few hundred pounds to several thousand, with diameters typically ranging from 24 inches to 120 inches.
Upenders for Heavy Rolls and Coils
Upenders can receive rolls from in-floor or conveyorized V cradles, clamp them securely, and rotate them 90 degrees to present the correct orientation to winders, wrappers, slitters, or palletizing equipment. Options such as roll catchers, bumpers, and cushioned stops help start and stop rolling motion gently, protecting sensitive materials and cores during transfer.
Gentle, Controlled 90 Degree Rotation
As a solutions integrator, Almac ties upenders into complete roll-handling systems with modular conveyors, lowerators, rotators, and label positioners, all controlled by a common PLC.
Integrated Roll Handling from a Solutions Integrator
Each installation is tailored to roll dimensions, weight, and floor layout, improving operator safety and reducing the need for clamp trucks, pole trucks, or manual tipping of heavy rolls.