France-based Roll Concepts Alveotube® thermal transfer roller is available as either a cooling or a
heating roller, and can be used with temperatures up to 248°F. It is made from lightweight aluminum
to optimize thermal transfer, and its alveolar profile with six hollow chambers is suitable for
fluid circulation. The roller is 50 percent lighter than conventional rollers.Cooling units have a
tubular frame, and include two thermal rollers to cool both sides of the web and one idler roller
to increase the winding angle and guide the product.
October 2003
