# Compact Web Guide Solution With Ethernet Communication

> A Compact Web Guiding Application with Ethernet Communications - Searching for New Web Guide Supplier The customer was in the process of building a new converting machine but wanted to source the web guiding systems from a new supplier. They were facing three main issues that led them to seek a n...

**Last updated:** 2021-07-02

**Source:** https://live-roll2roll.pantheonsite.io/testimonials/compact-web-guide-solution-ethernet-communication

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## A Compact Web Guiding Application with Ethernet Communications - Searching for New Web Guide Supplier



The customer was in the process of building a new converting machine but wanted to source the web guiding systems from a new supplier. They were facing three main issues that led them to seek a new supplier: a need for integration, ease of use and lead time. After searching online and reviewing the current manufacturer of their web guide and other competitors, he came across [our web site](https://r2r.tech/). He found the information and technology interesting and contacted us after watching the [webinar on advanced web guiding.](https://r2r.tech/videos/web-guiding-applications-and-advanced-web-guiding-concepts-may-13th-2020-webinar) 



![Compact Web Guide System](https://r2r.tech/sites/default/files/inline-images/CompacWebGuidingSystemfromRoll2RollTechnologies%20%282%29_1.jpg)



His application was for a narrow web fabric at less than 50 fpm with variety of colors and textures. This application required edge guiding.



After some communications regarding options and application recommendations he was convinced that we were the best option. The system included a 15" web guide mechanism, a [controller with EtherNet I/P communications](https://r2r.tech/products/roll-2-roll-controller)and a [WPS 48 Infrared sensor for edge guiding](https://r2r.tech/products/roll-2-rollr-sensor). Delivery was made in accordance with the lead time agreed upon with the customer. Support was always available during the installation and start-up process.

 ![Web Guiding Sensor](https://r2r.tech/sites/default/files/inline-images/WebPositionSensorwithBurlap-WPS48IR.jpg)

At the end the customer was very satisfied with the product and support and a few months later purchased an additional web guide with similar characteristics, and expects to purchase additional units as they build more machines.



> ###  The application works great, lead time as needed, the support was great and guided us through the entire process

## Related Products

- WPS 48
- Web Guide Controller
- Compact Web Guiding System

**Tags:** WPS 48, Web Guide Controller, Compact Web Guiding System

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## About Roll-2-Roll Technologies

Roll-2-Roll Technologies designs and manufactures patented fiber-optic web position sensors and advanced web guiding controllers — the precision measurement and control core of modern roll-to-roll manufacturing. Spun out of Oklahoma State University's Web Handling Research Center and trusted by Fortune 500 medical, battery, and nonwovens manufacturers, our patented sensors work without recalibration at ±0.1mm accuracy up to 760 mpm — typical customer outcomes are 50%+ less downtime and payback under six months. Headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma, our team of PhDs, controls engineers, and industry veterans extends the sensor + controller core into complete web guide systems including stepper-motor-based linear actuators (RLA, BLA, LHS).

- Website: https://r2r.tech
- Phone: +1 (888) 290-3215
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