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Reusable winding cores for long-lasting production processes.

Manufacturers face increasing demands for durable, cost-effective, and process-stable production solutions. Manufacturers face the challenge of optimizing material usage, maintenance effort, and production uptime without compromising quality or performance.INOMETA’s WinCore^® winding cores offer an innovative solution to meet these demands. With over 40 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing advanced roller and winding solutions, we utilize state-of-the-art material technologies, like lightweight composites, to deliver highly precise and energy-efficient results.

Reusable winding cores form a key interface for durable winding processes, precise web guidance, and stable production operations—especially in demanding applications such as battery and battery foil manufacturing.

Contact our sales team today for expert advice on WinCore^® winding cores and other first-class roller solutions from INOMETA, the leading manufacturer from Germany. Make your inquiry now!

wickelhuelsen Ecoline — WinCore^® Ecoline – aluminium winding core

wickelhuelsen Proline — WinCore^® Ecoline – aluminium winding core

Economic benefits of reusable winding cores

Conventional single-use cardboard winding cores require regular replacement and generate large amounts of waste. WinCore^® winding cores offer a reusable alternative with a longer service life and the ability to be reused multiple times. Repeated use can reduce the need for replacement winding cores compared with comparable single-use solutions. Companies can reduce material and disposal costs while improving the economic efficiency of their processes.

Particularly in the industrial winding process for sensitive materials—such as in battery production—the switch to reusable winding cores has a direct impact on process stability, equipment availability, and scrap rates.

The transition to resource-efficient production processes is more than just a measure to conserve resources—it can give companies a strategic competitive advantage. Customers who switch to reusable solutions like WinCore^®measurably reduce material consumption and waste in their production – a contribution that can also be documented in their own sustainability reporting.

Our WinCore^® winding cores at a glance

WinCore^® Ecoline – aluminium winding cores

WinCore^® Proline – aluminium winding cores

Precise manufacturing tolerances for exact power transmission & higher production efficiency

WinCore^® winding cores are based on state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and innovative material combinations. The use of high-quality lightweight materials supports long-term use of the winding cores, while optimized designs provide high process stability and easy handling. Our aluminum winding cores not only increase wear resistance but also enable a high degree of reusability. Special material coatings—such as our PROTEK^® coatings—further enhance wear resistance or, when combined with the winding aid, offer real added value and support consistent winding quality over many production cycles. This precision is particularly necessary for winding processes with low web tension and tight tolerances, as is common in modern battery and film manufacturing.

If WinCore^® winding cores are damaged, the possibility of repair depends on the nature of the damage and the type of core. For aluminum winding cores, INOMETA offers the option to improve concentricity or refinish the aluminum surface. In some cases, the ends can also be refinished, or—for the Proline version—the inserts can be replaced to restore the core to a functional condition.

All advantages of WinCore^® winding cores for sustainable production processes at a glance

WinCore^® winding cores offer a wide range of technical and economic benefits for demanding winding applications.

High strength and rigidity
High concentric accuracy
Specifically designed materials
High manufacturing quality
RFID technology
High reusability
Narrow bale possible on wide tube cores
Fewer tube core variants required in comparison with cardboard cores
No reduction in winding speed in initial or residual layer
Resistant to oil and lubricant
No swelling due to ambient humidity

Learn more about the benefits of our reusable WinCore^® winding cores here: WinCore^® winding cores by INOMETA.

WinCore^® winding cores with winding support – efficient winding without adhesive tape

Our WinCore^® winding cores with winding support enable especially easy and time-efficient winding of thin foils such as copper, aluminium, or plastic foils. Thanks to the special adhesive layer, there is no need to use double-sided adhesive tape – the foil can be applied directly to the core within the machine.This reduces set-up times and ensures a clean winding surface without adhesive residue.After unwinding, our winding core is ready for immediate reuse. This solution is especially advantageous in sensitive industries such as battery and film production, thanks to its high precision and user-friendliness.

WinCore^® winding cores with cut-resistant surface – maximum variability & service life

For uncompromising winding quality, our WinCore^® winding cores with a cut-resistant surface offer maximum resistance to cuts by cutting blades. The easy removal of winding and adhesive residues without damaging the surface ensures clean processing and can extend the core’s service life. Even at high winding speeds, the surface structure remains intact, ensuring that the first layers of the winding remain undamaged. Thanks to their FDA-compliant coating, these winding cores are ideal for applications in the packaging, film, and battery industries, where high efficiency and reliable processing are required.

Our resuable winding cores in action

WinCore^® winding cores optimize production processes across a wide range of industries thanks to their versatility and reusability. They ensure precision and efficiency across the printing, packaging, textile, metal, and plastics industries while supporting reliable and high-performance production processes. Our high-precision aluminium core tubes offer clear advantages, particularly in sensitive applications such as the processing of specialty films or in cleanrooms. Compared to cardboard cores, which can generate abrasion and dust and thus cause production scrap, WinCore^® core tubes support high purity and dimensional stability. They significantly reduce abrasion and are therefore particularly suitable for processing sensitive substrates.

The service life of WinCore^® winding cores depends on the specific type and the load. With proper and careful handling, INOMETA estimates a service life of approximately 1,600 wind-up and wind-down operations (i.e., 800 winding cycles) for aluminum WinCore^® winding cores. Their durability can help reduce long-term investment and storage costs and opens up numerous applications across various industries, including the printing, packaging, paper, and textile industries.

Thanks to our expertise in coating technology, the winding cores can be customized to meet specific production requirements. With custom-designed functional surfaces that we develop to meet our customers’ needs, WinCore^® winding cores contribute to the efficiency and quality of production processes—especially under the demanding conditions of battery manufacturing.

Our WinCore^® winding cores are used in the following industries, among others:

Packaging

Film

Papier industry

Printing

Textile industry

Coating & Converting

Battery manufacturing

Hygiene industry

WinCore^® winding cores in the printing industry

In the printing industry, WinCore^® winding cores help ensure consistent winding quality, thereby contributing to efficiency and precision in the processing of paper and film webs. Thanks to their precise manufacturing and high-quality materials, they support consistently high winding quality and stable processes—ideal for demanding printing applications, such as high-speed flexographic- or digital printing. The optimized designs and high-quality lightweight materials ensure even distribution of winding force, thereby minimizing the risk of web damage.

In flexible printing processes requiring precise and fast production cycles, WinCore^® winding cores can contribute to higher process efficiency and consistent winding quality. Their high resistance to mechanical stress ensures that they operate reliably even under intensive production conditions and promote consistent product quality.

WinCore^® winding cores in battery production

In battery production, WinCore^® winding cores ensure precise winding processes that support quality and efficiency in the production of lithium-ion batteries. Thanks to their high stability and flexibility, they enable precise winding processes that are crucial for improving efficiency and ensuring quality control in battery cell manufacturing. The winding cores handle sensitive materials optimally without compromising the structure or design of the windings. Thanks to precise manufacturing tolerances, they ensure uniform tension and a consistent winding pattern, which can enhance battery performance and lifespan. In high-performance battery production—such as in electric vehicles and energy storage systems—precise winding technology is indispensable.

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WinCore^® winding cores provide a reusable solution for your production. This can help reduce material and disposal costs while providing the benefits of a reusable solution.
Detailed consultation and a deep understanding of your specific application are essential for a customized design. Our technical data sheet serves as the foundation for these consultations, ensuring we meet your exact needs and deliver the optimal product.

INOMETA is also your partner for digital solutions that further improve and automate your production processes. With advanced technologies, maximum safety, and reliability, as well as an extensive portfolio of roller types, we offer the right solution for a wide range of applications. Get in touch with our sales team today and find out more about winding- and roller solutions by INOMETA from Germany. Make an inquiry now.