Knowledge Base

Resources to support a better understanding of tension control.

Technical Bulletins

Tension Control 101: Closed-Loop PID Control

Open Loop vs Closed Loop Tension Control

Quik-Cal™ Push-Button Zero and Calibration

Better Web Process Control Through Tension Sensing

Tension Transducer Strain Gages: Which Technology is Better?

Typical Running Tensions of Common Web Materials

3 Approaches to Web Tension Measurement

Tension Control by Zone

Application Notes

Improved Quality for Blown Film Manufacturers

Low-Cost Improvements for Tire Producers

Calculators for Web Finishing & Converting

Material Roll Weight Calculator (Web)

Video Tutorials

DFE: Leaders in Web Tension Measurement and Control

How to Control Web Tension in the Unwind Zone