About What's New Media Events 0 items - $0.00 Fort Garry Fire Trucks - Fire & Rescue Navigation HAVE A QUESTION? CARE AND STORAGE TIPS CARE AND STORAGE TIPS ROLL PRODUCTS – STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE: Store all out of press rollers at room temperature, in a dry area, covered, and away from direct sunlight. Suspend all out of press rollers on their journals, with a minimum of 1/4″ of free space between the rollers. The weight of the rollers themselves will cause flat spots or depressions. When rolls are received during cold weather, let the rollers warm to room temperature for 48 hours before using. When removing or installing rollers, handle with care. Damage may occur to the journals or the covering from laying flat or any sharp blows. Try to use an environmentally friendly roller wash. This will help to maximize roller life and provide a better environment for your Pressmen. Rubber rejuvenator and pastes are only temporary fixes. If a roller has reached this point, it should be recovered. Set up a roller maintenance program. Know when a roller is installed and at what position. Many rollers can be reground and repositioned when identical cores are present. Spare rollers are a must to minimize costly downtime and delays.. Try to keep spares for key positions such as ductors, forms, and dampeners. Suggested Roller Inventories LINED PRODUCTS – STORAGE & HANDLING: Store all out of press rollers at room temperature, in a dry area, covered, and away from direct sunlight. Suspend all out of press rollers on their journals, with a minimum of 1/4″ of free space between the rollers. The weight of the rollers themselves will cause flat spots or depressions. When rolls are received during cold weather, let the rollers warm to room temperature for 48 hours before using. When removing or installing rollers, handle with care. Damage may occur to the journals or the covering from laying flat or any sharp blows. Try to use an environmentally friendly roller wash. This will help to maximize roller life and provide a better environment for your Pressmen. Rubber rejuvenator and pastes are only temporary fixes. If a roller has reached this point, it should be recovered. Set up a roller maintenance program. Know when a roller is installed and at what position. Many rollers can be reground and repositioned when identical cores are present. Spare rollers are a must to minimize costly downtime and delays.. Try to keep spares for key positions such as ductors, forms, and dampeners. Rubber Division – General Moulded Products Lining Products Roll Products Manufacturing Process Care and Storage Tips Contact Upcoming Events Privacy Policy | Terms of Use Certification Authorized Sutphen Dealer Authorized Bronto Dealer Copyright © 2021 Fort Garry Fire Trucks Ltd. LOGIN