Advanced Paper Systems

A Quick Overview

Advanced paper systems, or automated tail threading, are mechanical systems designed to automate the process of guiding of paper tails through paper machines during mill start-up or re-starts. Traditionally done by hand, this task was typically time-consuming, labor-intensive, and posed significant safety risks.

Automated systems use edge doctors, tail breakers, air jets, and conveyors to precisely guide paper tails through machine sections, and allow operators to control everything via control panel from a safe distance. Automated systems greatly improves safety, reduces threading time, and boosts overall operational efficiency.

Tailor-Made Applications

Since automated threading systems require unique designs for different machine sections, we meticulously craft each component to seamlessly integrate with your machine. We place focus on ensuring our designs are robust and of the highest manufactured quality.

Our approach extends beyond just providing the equipment—we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive full life cycle service from initial design and installation through to after-sales support. This full-service commitment is what our customers value most about working with us.

Control

Cut

Transfer

These are the steps for successful tail threading. When a sheet break happens, the first important task is to gain control over the threaded tail and position it properly. When control is achieved, a fast and precise cut sets the tail up for a successful transfer. The freshly cut tail is then transferred using a customized vacuum conveyor system into the next section of the paper machine. After the tail is completely threaded, a tail cutter positioned downstream moves horizontally across the machine to widen the sheet.

What Sets Us Apart

We take pride in offering a personalized, small-company experience throughout the design and creation of your equipment while building a long-lasting relationship. Our dedication to your success is reflected in the trust of our many repeat customers. If challenges arise, we’re here to help and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction.

Custom Designs

Standard-sized equipment doesn't work for automated tail threading because each mill, paper machine, and tail is unique. Our in-house design team dives deep and collects detailed data through on-site machine surveys and thoughtful conversations with your team to understand your mill’s operations and nuances. Before submitting a design for approval, our manufacturing team and experienced service technicians collaborate on a peer review to test and refine the concept and ensure proper functionality.

In-House Manufacturing

Reliable Service

Our customer service and after-sales support set us apart from our competitors. Our technicians—armed with unmatched expertise and a proactive problem-solving approach—have personally visited over 100 mills across 19 countries on five continents. When you contact us for support or service visits, you connect directly with our team, ensuring seamless scheduling and assistance.

Our Worldwide Presence

450+ Installations

140+ Cities

19+ Countries

5 Continents

Our Worldwide Presence

450+ Installations

140+ Cities

19+ Countries

5 Continents

Our Products

Continuous Vacuum Conveyor

Our continuous vacuum conveyor handles everything from high-speed lightweights to market pulp. It offers horizontal, vertical, and inverted press-to-reel positioning for versatile control and efficiency, all built in stainless steel for reliable, low-maintenance performance.

Air Foil Threader

The air foil threader can operate standalone or with vacuum conveyors and is adaptable for various machine areas—from dryer to reel. Its durable, stainless steel design supports horizontal, vertical, and inverted configurations and is available with tube-type air jets or air knife applications.

Calender Threader

Designed for three to eight roll stacks and high-speed lightweights to board, the calender threader eliminates the need for an upper pinch roll, reducing equipment needs, roll wear, and refinishing. It efficiently utilizes compressed air with air knife applications.

SBB Tail Breaker

Ideal for tissue, towelling, high-speed newsprint, or press section threading, the SBB tail breaker features a compact, low-maintenance design with a hardened, stainless-steel saw-spike tooth blade. Pneumatic controls ensure safe storage when not in use.

SGC Tail Cutter

The SGC tail cutter offers a simple, low-maintenance solution for high-speed tail breaking, ensuring clean, straight cuts whether used alone or alongside an edge doctor.

Rotary Saw Blade Tail Cutter

This versatile tail cutter features single, dual, or portable handheld control options and a compact, rigid beam design that allows unlimited cross-machine length with adjustable positioning. Special tooth designs minimize dust and prevent fiber build-up.

Water Jet Tail Cutter

Constructed entirely of stainless steel, the water jet tail cutter can work with either a customer or new water supply system. It provides fully adjustable, accurately set cut positions, with options for double or single nozzles and edge trim squirts.

Knife Blade Tail Cutter

Featuring a compact, rigid beam design for unlimited cross-machine length, the knife blade tail cutter offers fully adjustable or preset cut positions for precision. It allows tool-free blade changes, with the head designed for easy parking and an integrated sheet stabilizing plate.

Rope Diverter

The rope diverter is designed for scanners, edge markers, or size press rope removal, enabling full sheet scanning and rope clearance from rotating rolls during idle modes. It is configurable for single, double, or triple rope systems, either standalone or integrated with the paper machine control system.

Automated Mechanical Hand

Simulates a human pulling the tail into a rope nip and eliminates the need for manual intervention by automatically pulling, holding, and releasing the tail. It is typically used alongside transfer equipment to move the tail from a press roll to the next machine position.

System Controls

All our threading systems, tail cutters, rope diverters, and automated mechanical hand units come with comprehensive, custom-designed control packages—including operation stations, control panels, and drive panels. Every system is CE certified to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Our Proven Process

Through years of experience with a wide range of clients, we’ve developed a collaborative approach to our services. We’re here to support you until you’re completely satisfied.

01

Introduction

We connect with you to discuss your current process and identify challengines you're experiencing. From there, we determine which products are needed, along with your machine specifications, and propose a solution.

02

Development

After gathering the details on your machine and any constraints, we work closely with our design team to develop a solution tailored to your needs. Once ready, we present the design to your team, includng users, operations, and maintenance.

03

Implementation

When your threading components arrive at your mill, we work with you and any on-site trades to fine-tune the system and ensure a smooth installation.

04

Post-Project

After installation, our service technicians are available to assist on-site, through video calls, or over the phone to address any questions or concerns you have. We're also happy to provide spare parts if needed.

Our Proven Process

Through years of experience with diverse clients, we’ve honed a deeply collaborative approach to our services. Our commitment to you extends until you’re fully satisfied.

Introduction

We reach out to discuss your current process and identify any issues you’re experiencing. We then determine which products are needed, along with your machine details and requirements, and propose a solution.

Development

After gathering detailed machine dimensions and application constraints, we work closely with our design team to develop a unique solution to fit your needs. The design is then presented to your users, operations, and maintenance.

Implementation

Once your threading components have shipped and arrive at your mill, we collaborate with you and any applicable trades on-site to provide system tuning and ensure a successful installation.

Post-Project

Following installation, our dedicated service technicians are available on-site, through video conferencing, or via phone to address any questions or issues. We also provide spare parts as required.

Our Agents

Our agents are located worldwide and would love to help you find the perfect solution for your application.

Canada

Drew Thibodeau
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United States

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Europe / Asia

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Oceania

Mantech Enterprises
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Territory: Australia and New Zealand

Our Agents

Our agents are spread out around the world, and look forward to helping find the perfect solution for your needs.