SMARTGuide - Proven solutions for optimal web guiding
SMARTGuide – Advanced Web Guiding System for Precision Control
SMART Guide by BST – Proven Performance in Web Guiding Systems
The SMART Guide is a robust web guiding system engineered for Highly Precise applications in printing, extrusion, paper, and foil processing. Designed for short, closed-loop operations, it delivers stable control with minimal material stress—even in high-tension environments.
With motorized sensor adjustment, automatic edge finding, and optional bus connectivity, the SMART Guide provides the flexibility and performance needed for modern Indian manufacturing setups. It supports both edge guiding and center guiding systems, making it an ideal web aligner system for demanding production lines.
Key Features of SMART Guide:
Precise web guiding via edge and center
Compatible with all BST digital sensors (optical & ultrasonic)
Expandable and removable control panel
Manual and motor-driven sensor adjustment options
Seamless remote control via digital I/O
Configurable operating sides and threading positions
Optional Features:
Fine-tuning of one or both edge sensors
Object detection with CLS CAM 100
Line and contrast guiding via CLS PRO 600
Automated sensor positioning and centerline adjustments
Designed by world’s leading web guiding system manufacturer
Minimizes waste, increases uptime, and improves accuracy
Easy to retrofit into existing systems
Ideal for production control systems in high-speed operations
Locally supported by BST India’s service network
Suitable Industries:
Printing & Packaging
Paper & Foil Manufacturing
Plastic Extrusion
SMARTGuide system equipment:
Reliable guiding by web edge and web center
Suitable for use with all digital web edge sensors (optical or ultrasonic)
Removable/ expandable control panel
Choice of operating side
Manual sensor adjustment
Remote control via digital inputs (digital I/O)
SMARTGuide system options:
Manual fine tuning for one or both edge sensors
Object guiding with CLS CAM 100
Line and contrast guiding with CLS PRO 600
Remote control via additional commander
Motor-driven sensor adjustment with automatic edge finding system and pre-positioning for edge and/ or web center guiding with a set or variable center line
Optional bus systems: CAN, Profibus DP, Profinet, Powerlink, Ethercat or Ethernet UDP
Customer benefit & USP
Reliable and high-precision web guiding
Effective minimisation of paper waste and downtimes
Also suitable for use with high web tensions
Simple and intuitive operation
Easy retrofitting thanks to modular design
Custom design
Perfect for these industries
Print & Packaging
Paper & Foils
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