Abstract: A multiple output reel module includes a reel wheel supporting a plurality of spindles. Mounted to each spindle is a reel. The reel wheel is rotatable to position one of the spindle and reel combinations in a loading position in which output media from a nearby machine is interconnected to the reel. The spindle and reel are rotated to load the reel with output media. A CPU monitors the status of the reel, and stops the loading when the reel is full. The CPU then rotates the reel wheel to position a second spindle and reel combination in the loading position. The output media is automatically positioned over a portion of the second reel, and the output media is automatically interconnected to the second reel with an over-center finger assembly. Then the output media between the two reels is cut and the second reel is loaded with output media.

Abstract: Winding apparatus and method for transferring a web of material from a wound roll to a winding tube. The method includes applying an adhesive surface onto a severing region of the material web that surrounds a circumferential portion of a carrier roll, lifting the severing region of the web of material away from the carrier roll, and severing the web of material within the severing region. The winding apparatus includes two carrier rolls arranged to form a winding bed, a severing device, an adhesive applicator, and a retaining device including at least one roller segment that is switchable between two states.