A Kongsberg C64 cutting table being fed a roll of textile material mounted on a Motorized Roll Feeder

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Take Up Unit

Roll-to-roll workflows made easy

The Kongsberg Take Up Unit simplifies roll-to-roll workflows by automatically winding finished material and collecting waste. Designed for flexible materials, it helps improve handling, efficiency, and productivity throughout the finishing process.

Roll-to-roll automation

Built for flexible material workflows

The Kongsberg Take Up Unit makes roll-to-roll finishing straightforward for digitally printed jobs and other flexible material applications. Compatible with Kongsberg tables equipped with a conveyor feed system, it provides an easy way to wind finished work onto rolls while maintaining a clean and efficient workflow.

Easy to install and hassle-free to operate, the unit can be moved away whenever it is not required. It is particularly valuable when processing adhesive vinyl, textiles, and banner materials, helping operators reduce manual handling while improving downstream processes.

Benefits & Features

Optimize roll-based production

Reduce manual intervention in roll-based production while improving throughput and material handling. The Take Up Unit supports efficient roll-to-roll workflows from cutting through finishing and waste collection.

Seamless roll-to-roll finishing

Automatically wind finished material into neat rolls for easier handling, stripping, application tape processing, and downstream finishing. Ideal for kiss-cut vinyl and other roll-based production workflows.

Automated waste collection

Separate finished output from waste without manual intervention. Finished material is collected automatically while waste is wound onto a dedicated roll for cleaner, more efficient disposal.

Flexible and easy to integrate

Compatible with a wide range of Kongsberg tables equipped with conveyor feed systems and suitable for adhesive vinyl, textiles, and banner materials. Simple installation, hassle-free operation, and easy repositioning provide flexibility on the production floor.

Technical specifications

Designed for your needs

Specification

Take Up Unit 2

Take upunit 6

Max. roll width
1680mm / 66 inch
3200mm / 125 inch
Max. roll diameter
470mm / 18 inch
470mm / 18 inch
Max. roll weight
300kg / 660 lbs.
300kg / 660 lbs.
External dimensions without textile option, roll excluded (h x w x l)
1225 x 650 x 2225 mm / 48,5" x 26" x 88"‍
1225 x 650 x 3745 mm / 48,5" x 26" x 147,5"
External dimensions without textile option, roll included (h x w x l)
1310 x 650 x 2225 mm / 52" x 26" x 88"‍
1310 x 650 x 3745 mm / 52" x 26" x 147,5"
External dimensions with textile option in transport position, roll excluded (h x w x l)
1305 x 720 x 2225 mm / 51,5" x 28,5" x 88" (Note: textile optional on Take Up unit 2)
1305 x 720 x 3745 mm / 51,5" x 28,5" x 147,5"
External dimensions with textile option on Kongsberg table, roll included (h x w x l)
1310 x 1080 x 2225 mm / 52" x 43" x 88" (Note: textile optional on Take Up unit 2)
1310 x 1080 x 3745 mm / 51" x 43" x 147,5"

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the Take Up Unit do?

The Take Up Unit automatically winds finished material into rolls while collecting waste separately, making roll-to-roll finishing straightforward for digitally printed jobs and other flexible material applications.

Which Kongsberg tables can be used with the Take Up Unit?

The Take Up Unit is compatible with any Kongsberg cutting table equipped with a conveyor feed system. It is available in two widths, Take Up Unit 2 and Take Up Unit 6, to match different table formats.

Do I need to keep the Take Up Unit permanently installed?

No. The Take Up Unit is easy to install and can be moved away whenever it is not needed, giving you flexibility on the production floor without a fixed setup.

Which materials work best with the Take Up Unit?

The Take Up Unit is particularly useful for adhesive vinyl, textiles, and banner materials, helping operators reduce manual handling and keep roll-based production moving efficiently.

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Resources & Downloads

All downloadable information related to the Motorized Roll Feeder

Brochure

Kongsberg Automation Brochure

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