Splice

A splice refers to the joining of two material webs to continue processing roll stock without interrupting production. In the label manufacturing and printing industries, a splice is used to efficiently join foils, paper webs, or carrier materials. This involves the use of single-sided or double-sided adhesive tapes, thermal welding, or special adhesives. A high-quality splice must be tear-resistant, precisely aligned, and suitable for subsequent processing to avoid disruptions in printing or dispensing systems. Particularly in automated labeling and industrial marking, a seamless material transition is crucial to minimize downtime. Depending on the application, there are manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic splicing methods that enable a precise connection. In high-speed systems, sensor-monitored splicing stations are used to avoid interrupting production processes. The correct splicing technique increases efficiency, material utilization, and process reliability in industrial marking.