Scalar Automation is a specialized manufacturer of Cantilever Slitting Machine Control Panels for the converting and flexible packaging industry. Our control panels are designed to deliver high accuracy, stable tension control, smooth slitting operation, and consistent roll quality, even at high production speeds.
With strong expertise in PLC, VFD, and servo-based automation, we provide robust and reliable control solutions customized to machine design and customer production requirements.
Automation & Control System Architecture
Our cantilever slitting machine control panels are engineered using advanced automation platforms to ensure precise synchronization and reliable machine performance.
PLC Systems
S7-1200
S7-1500
These PLC systems provide fast processing, reliable communication, and flexibility for multi-motor slitting applications.
Drive Systems (VFD & Motion Control)
G120
G120C
V20
S120
The drive configuration ensures smooth control of unwind, slitting, and rewind sections with accurate speed matching, torque control, and stable acceleration/deceleration profiles.
Servo Motion Control
V90 Servo Drives
Servo systems are used for high-precision applications such as tension control, positioning accuracy, and synchronized rewind diameter control.
HMI Integration
Our control panels support multiple HMI options based on customer preference:
Siemens
Weintek
Schneider
WECON
Kinco
The HMI interface is designed for ease of operation and provides:
Speed and tension setting for unwind and rewind
Slitting parameter configuration
Production monitoring and machine status display
Alarm diagnostics and fault history
Recipe management for different materials
Maintenance and safety alerts
Key Functional Features
✔ Precise web tension control for uniform roll winding
✔ Accurate speed synchronization across all machine sections
✔ Smooth cantilever unwind and rewind operation
✔ Stable slitting performance with minimal material wastage
✔ Energy-efficient drive configuration
✔ Advanced safety interlocks and protections
✔ User-friendly operation and easy troubleshooting
✔ Provision for future expansion and automation upgrades
Engineering & Panel Build Quality
Industrial-grade electrical components
Structured wiring layout for easy servicing
Proper heat dissipation and ventilation design
Clear labeling and identification
PLC program verification and drive parameter testing
Pre-dispatch functional and safety testing
Each panel is manufactured following industrial electrical standards to ensure long-term reliability in continuous production environments.
Retrofit & Modernization Services
Scalar Automation also offers retrofit and revamping solutions for cantilever slitting machines, including:
Replacement of relay-based panels
Upgradation from obsolete PLC systems
Conversion of DC drives to modern AC VFD systems
Complete automation modernization for improved productivity
Retrofit solutions help improve machine performance, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life.
Export Capability
We manufacture and export cantilever slitting machine control panels for global customers. Panels are supplied with:
Electrical drawings and technical documentation
PLC and HMI program backups
Standardized wiring and labeling
Quality inspection and performance testing
Panels are customized as per international standards and customer specifications.
Applications
Cantilever slitting machines
Flexible packaging converting lines
Film, paper, foil, and laminate slitting machines
Web handling and roll processing systems
Why Choose Scalar Automation?
Strong expertise in converting industry automation
Custom-built control panels
Advanced PLC, VFD, and servo-based solutions
Reliable retrofit and export capability
End-to-end engineering and technical support