PILOT COATING MACHINERY

Dixon was the first company to introduce the Pilot Coater back in 1950. Now with over 50 years experience in pilot coating lines and over 1,000 installations world-wide, Dixon can fairly claim to have unique knowledge in the field of pilot coating.

Dixon currently offer three system configurations:

Model 160 Mk 2

Model 160 Mk 2

Still the most versatile pilot coater available in the market
 

Model 160 Mk 2

Model 164

Model 164

The first modular coater ever built and in wide use around the world.

Suitable as a development or small scale production machine.
 

Model 164

Model 1060

Model 1060

The new generation modular pilot coater incorporating state-of-the-art controls and enhanced functionality.

Data acquisition as standard.
 

Model 1060

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BENEFITS
Each machine can be custom built to specific needs

Open framework construction for easy operation

Cost effective features are included to meet available budget

Vast range of ancillary components available
Additional features can be added as markets and products change
Versatility to coat any flexible web

FEATURES

 TYPICAL PILOT COATING PROCESS
Machine widths from 300-750mm
Normal running speeds from 1-250 MPM
Framework housing individual components - model 160 Mk 2
Modular coating heads - models 164 and 1060 (see photo)
Quick and easy positioning of components
Accurate and repeatable gap settings
Manual or automatic tension control
HMI type control system on most machines
Data acquisition as standard on model 1060
Equipment designed to fit in restricted space
Multi motor servo drives to all necessary sections
Conventional hot air roller or air float drying systems
Radiation curing by ultra violet, infrared or electron beam
All known coating and laminating systems available
 
 
 
 

Removable second generation universal coating head

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