BST Web Guiding Systems –We hold your web on course

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A company is only as good as its employees and products. This is also true for BST International GmbH. Our design- ers, developers, sales experts, skilled wor-kers, service technicians and the many other members of the BST team guaran-tee functionality and innovation for satis-fied customers through their know how.On behalf of my colleagues I would like to accompany you through this general web guiding brochure.

On the following pages I will speak up every now and again to give you answers to frequently asked questions, such as:- What is a web guiding system?- What does it consist of?- How does it work?- Where is it used?

Curious?Then simply turn to the next page and follow me into the world of guiding around the moving web!

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Accessories 16

Networking 18

Applications �0

Control Systems 4

Commanders 6

Sensors 8

Actuators 10

Guiding Devices 1�

Project Planning Information �4

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Modern production machines for the processing and converting of web-type materials (for instance in the printing industry), work at speeds which were unimag-inable only a few years ago. However this development must not be made at the expense of product quality. No company can afford the waste resulting from even minimum deviations from the default web position.

BST web guiding systems ensure precise web feed for a wide range of materials in all kinds of production pro-cesses. Waste and down times are kept to a minimum. Make full use of your machine speed – we will make sure that everything is kept in line.

Application areas

- Inthepaperindustry including applications in printing and packaging machines, in bag machines and in machines making toiletry products, such as paper handkerchiefs, napkins, etc.

- Intheindustrialfilmindustry including applications in extruders, bag and packaging machines, printing presses, laminating systems, film welding machines, etc.

- Intherubberindustry including applications in machines for tire production and related elastomer products

- Inconveyingandtransportingsystems with endless belts

Control SystemsPrecise control of the web position

CCD camera

Controlled rewinding

BST guiding deviceRotating frame guide

BST guiding device Swivel roll guide

Controlled unwinding

Web edge scanningusing infrared orultrasonic sensors

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I am always being asked why web guiding is necessary.

Webs of material guided by rollers tend to move sideways off the correct track. Among other things this leads to print no longer appearing where it should and to webs not being rewound accurately.

This is where web guiding comes into play. It keeps the material in a defined position and guarantees an exact input feed into the production process even at highest processing speeds.

To summarize: web guiding ensures an accurate running of the web where it would otherwise wobble and shake.

On the following pages you can find all the components which you need for a wide range of requirements.

Types of guiding

The type of guiding is dependent on the degree of web processing. Untreated webs can only be guided to the web edge or web center- line, as there are no other contrasting characteristics available. Finished webs, on the other hand, offer more possibilities, for instance printed lines or other freely selectable contrasts. The scanning of the web position is made using analogue or digital sensors.

The BST control circuit

The scope and level of automation of web guiding sys-tems differ from application to application. Regardless of this, every guiding system can be reduced to the principle of the simple closed control circuit.

The starting point is the current position of the web of material.

The guiding device corrects the position of the web of material precisely and without any delay.

One or more sensors scan the actual posi-tion of the web and transmit this informa-tion to the commander.

The commander compares the actual po-sition measured to the specified desired value. If there is a difference it transmits a correction signal to the guiding device.

Web edge guiding

Guiding to the left or right web edge using one edge sensor.

Web center-line guiding

Guiding to the web center-line using two edge sensors.

Contrast guiding

Guiding to a continuous or interrupted printed line or contrast edge.

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The ekrPro family of digital commanders combine a compact design and an innovative CAN bus architec-ture with a simple operation.

Totaleaseofuse

All members of the ekrPro family are characterised by their ease of installation and their clearly arranged control elements.After selecting the connected components (sensors, actuator, etc.) in the Set-Up menu all relevant control parameters are automatically adjusted.In this way only the control function (automatic, manu-al or center position) and the guiding mode (guiding to the left or right web edge, web center-line guiding) need to be selected by the operator.

State-of-the-arttechnologyinthesmallestspace

The compact design of the commanders allows their direct installation onto/into the guiding device.

All-purposeapplications

The large number of components which can be con-nected guarantees an optimum adjustment to your individual requirements. All commanders have connec-tions for various kinds of sensors (ultrasonic, infrared, line and reflection sensors as well as CCD cameras) and actuators with different performance levels (with and without position feedback).

Networking

The commanders within the ekrPro family are fitted with a CAN bus interface as standard. This has the following advantages:

- Safe and quick data transfer

- Internal commander networking

- Connection to various bus systems via BST interface modules (external networking)

- Problem-free connection to superior systems (PLC or PC) via suitable gateways

ekrPro KeyExternal keyboard

The members of the ekrPro family:

ekrPro ComCommander with an integrated keyboard

ekrPro NetCommander without keyboard, for possibleapplications in places which are difficult to reach.It is operated using the ekrPro Com or an external ekrPro Key keyboard.

CommandersQuick and accurate signal processingfor perfect guiding results

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The commander is the central con-trol station of the web guiding system, comparable with the human brain.

So that the “brain”, or commander, can work correctly it requires information: What should the sensors be scanning, the web edge or some means of contrast? What is the correct position of the web which can be taken as a standard for the guiding process?

Once this information is stored the guid-ing process can start. The device re-

ceives the actual web position measured by the sensors and compares this

with the set value. If the com-mander recognises a deviation

from this standard it sends a correction signal to the actuator of the guiding device and the position er-ror is compensated.

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ekr 500–compact,simple,clearlyarranged

The functions of this cost-effective commander are designed to meet the standard requirements of web guiding. This makes the ekr 500 particularly user- friendly, as the effort required for set-up and operation is minimal.The compact design of the commander and the detach-able operating keyboard allow easy use, even when installing in places on the machine which are difficult to reach.All relevant data, such as web position, sensor co-verage and position of the actuator, are graphical-ly displayed on the clear LC display.

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Ultrasonic sensorsThe scanning of the web edge is carried out contact-less by ultrasonic waves.

SensorsThe right scanning systemfor each type of material

On the next two pages you will meet the eyes of our web guiding sys- tem - the sensors.Just as the human eye is continuously ob-taining information and passing it on to the brain, sensors continuously register the position of the web of material and transmit the relevant signals to the com-mander.Of course, while this is being done there can be no contact with the web, because otherwise this would lead to damage to the web edge or surface. The non-contact scanning is done with sensors which, for instance, can “see” using infrared light, ultrasonics or a light-sensitive CCD chip.The types shown here are completed by line and reflection sensors for the scan-ning of lines and contrast edges.Which sensor is used in which specific case depends on the material used, the area of application and the environmental condi-tions.

My colleagues would welcome the oppor-tunity to assist you.

Infrared sensorsNon-contact scanning of the web edge is carried out by infrared light.

PropertiesofBSTultrasonicsensors:

- Insensitive to dirt and changes in the transparency of the material

- No changes to the measured values through flutter of the web in the sensor scanning area

- Large proportional scanning band permits web center-line guiding even for relatively large web width variations

- Compensation for any interference which may be caused by external sound sources or other environmental influences

Areasofapplication:

- Materials with dust or fluff-like deposits

- Films with a variable level of transparency

- Light-sensitive materials

PropertiesofBSTinfraredsensors:

- Pulsed infrared light (insensitive to external light sources)

- No influence on the measurements by flutter of the web within the light path

- Automatic contamination message

- Optional connection for air-driven cleaning protects the lens against contamination from paper, dust or other contaminants

Areasofapplication:

- Transparent and non-transparent materials

- Thick materials

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Digital sensorsThe non-contact scanning of the web of material is carried out by detecting contrasts in light conditions. In doing this a CCD camera can recognise up to eight contrast transitions.

PropertiesoftheBSTdigitalsensors:

- Resolution of up to 30,000 pixels by a micro- processor controlled CCD chip

- Adaptation of the viewing range to the specific application by selecting from a range of different lenses

- Adjustment of the camera parameters as a result of the change of material parameters with the machine running (no changeover time required)

- Quick set-up and camera alignment via an integrated graphic display

- Simple operation using standard integrated automatic functions (for example, the removal of interfering contrasts, compensation for contamination, white balance, and storage of the set-up values)

- The production and adjustment parameters can be transmitted more quickly and more securely by networking via the BST bus system

Areasofapplication:

Because of its large scanning area the CCD camera is particularly suitable for:

- Digital scanning of web edges, printed edges or printed lines

- Web center-line guiding

- Web width measurement

- Control of tools or other machines (for example, tracing of cutting knives, etc.)

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Electric-motor-driven actuators

Electric-motor-driven actuators are used where very quick reaction to changes in the web positi-on are required.The actuator can be connected both directly to the commander or via a module (for high actu-ating forces).The ready-to-fit design means that assembly is quick and cost-efficient, in particular where retrofitting to existing equipment.Where there is little space for fitting we offer actuators with a space-saving design.

PropertiesoftheBSTelectric-motor-drivenactuators:

- Wear-resistant DC motors for low and medium-range actuating forces

- AC motors for high actuating forces (connection via a power module)

- Ball screw spindle drives with a minimum of axial play and high durability

- Designed for curved and linear correcting movements

- Various combinations of actuation paths, force and speed are possible

- Available with and without position feedback (precise register of the current position of the actuator)

- Maintenance-free

ActuatorsHigh-performance position control,flexible areas of application

Hydraulic actuators

Hydraulic actuators are suitable for medium to high actuating forces due to their sturdy design.They can also be used in hazardous areas.They are most commonly used for the movement of heavy masses, for example for the direct control ofunwinding and rewinding units in reel slitters andlaminating systems.Hydraulic actuators consist of a supply unit and a hydraulic cylinder.

PropertiesofBSThydraulicactuators:

- Designed for curved and linear correcting movements

- Adjustment of cylinder diameter and stroke to the required actuating force and speed

- Use of hydraulic cylinders from leading international manufacturers

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Now I would like to introduce you to the muscle which gets the corrective process moving – the actuator.Using its power it “moves” the guiding device into the position determined by the commander.

The movement can be made both by using an electric-motor-driven or hydraulic actuator.The critical factor for the selection of the actuator is the actuating force required.A further criterion is the environment in which the web guiding system is intend-ed to be used.

In the rubber industry, for example, hy-draulic oil is not welcome, as it can chan-ge material properties. On the other hand, in explosion-proof areas, a hydrau-lic actuator is often preferred.

In this case advice is what it’s all about.Make use of the experience of my BST colleagues who will select the best solu- tion for your application.

Performance data

Use the actuators together with our guiding devices to cover a wide range of web guiding tasks.We offer electric-motor-driven actuators with actu-ating forces of 80 N to 9,900 N and a stroke of 20 mm to 350 mm in designs both with and without position feedback.The actuating forces of our hydraulic units range up to 20,000 N for varying strokes.

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Rotating frame guide (DF)The BST rotating frame guide is comprised of a fixed lower frame and a rotating upper frame, whose pivot is located on the infeed of the web.An incoming web path error causes the upper frame to rotate around its pivot point to move the web of material into a defined position on the next guiding roller.This guiding device is used if the web path must be corrected within a short distance and a minimum of material stress. Further advantages are the variable installation positions and the low actuating forces re-quired. The BST rotating frame guide is thus partic-ularly suitable for web tension sensitive materials.

Functional principle of the rotating frame guide

Guiding DevicesPrecise correction of the web pathin any mounting position

On the previous page you met the muscle of our web guiding system. It moves the guiding device which is what I would now like to introduce you to. The guiding device is the “hand” which the web guiding system uses to make the physical corrections to the web path. It becomes active if the web position devi-ates from the set position. It corrects the web position, moved by the actuator until the desired position has been reached.

The following factors are critical for the selection of the most suitable guiding de-vice for your application:

- Web width- Web tension force- Material (permissible stress)- Available installation space on the machine

All types of BST guiding devices may of course be supplied in various sizes.

CompactGuide – Precisewebguidingwithminimalspace

Engineered for precise control of narrow webs in the label, packaging, and non-woven industries, the high-ly compact design of the CompactGuide allows for easy fit onto production machines with minimal space and effort.The controller and actuator of the compact web guide have been cleverly integrated into the housing to save space. Operation of the guide is done via the unique operator control panel. Mounted directly on the face of the CompactGuide housing in the standard configu-ration, it is easily removed and mounted on your ma-chine in the location best suited for the operator. The entire guide is engineered for fast installation with minimal effort. Install, connect, produce!

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Functional principle of the swivel roll guide

Swivel roll guide (SF)The BST swivel roll guide consists of a fixed lower frame and a moveable upper frame, with one or two guiding rollers. The upper frame moves around an imaginary pivot located on the infeed side outside the guiding device. With incoming web path error, the guiding de-vice swivels out to the side and thus transfers the out-going web into a defined position on the next idler.The correction is already made in the infeed area.The functional principle of this guiding device requires adequate long infeed and exit paths.Swivel roll guides are used where installation space is limited, the required threading of the web does not allow the use of a rotating frame guide or where the web is continually drifting away to the side (integral correction).

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Turning barThe turning bar is used wherever a 90° turn in the direction of the web is required, together with some adjustment of the web alignment.The turning bar is installed at an angle of 45° to both the infeed and outfeed direction of the web.The web winds itself around the turning bar 180° and leaves the guiding device at right-angles to the infeed position.To correct the web path at the same time the turning bar is moved across the outfeed direction (in other words in line with the infeed direction) according to the guiding signal.In order to avoid material stress BST turning bars can be supplied with an optional air connection which puts a protective air cushion between the turning bar and the web.

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Controlled unwind and rewind guiding systemsAs a rule, material is delivered in rolls for the web processing industry. It is unwound for processing, fed through the production process and rewound at the end of the machine. During these processes there is often a lateral offset of the web, for example caused by lopsided winding or poorly adjusted rolls. BST unwind and rewind systems prevent this.

Controlled unwind guiding

In the unwind system the sensor is fitted on the machine frame and the desired web position is fixed from there. Movements in web position caused by lopsided unwinding are compensated for by an equivalent lateral displacement of the unwind stand. Thus the material is accurately fed into the machine.

Controlled rewind guiding

In the rewind system the sensor is located on the rewind stand and the desired position is fixed from there. The rewind stand is guided to follow the incoming web. As a result, rolls have straight edges.

Functional principle of the turning bar

Controlled rewind guiding

Controlled unwind guiding

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If the position of the sensor is difficult to reach or if the sensing position has to be changed frequently due to varying web widths, a sensor positioning device (FVG) will take over the adjustment of the sensor posi-tion. Both automatic electric-motor-driven systems and manual positioning devices are available, depending on the requirements.

AccessoriesPractical add-onsfor special applications

Motorized sensor positioning

Sensor positioning device FVGPro 1/K; SP/K-1

The basic version of the motorized sensor positioning device enables easy positioning of one sensor. It is used for web edge guiding.

Sensor positioning device FVGPro 1/MK; SP/MK-1

This type allows the simultaneous positioning of two sensors.It is used for web center-line guiding with a fixed web center-line.The position of the sensors is adjusted by one common drive. The sensors are moved in a reverse motion sym-metrically to the center of the web.

Sensor positioning device FVGPro 2/MK

This sensor positioning device has two sensor attach-ments and two separate drives.In this way both sensors can be adjusted independently of each other.This unit is suitable for both web edge guiding and web center-line guiding. Web movement over the en-tire range is possible using synchronous drive control.Use is also recommended for eccentric (half) webs.

The electric-motor-driven systems are controlled either by the commander (FVGPro series) or by remote control (SP series). Using these systems either one or two sen-sors can be adjusted together or individually. Thanks to their compact design, the sensor positioning devices can be integrated directly into the guiding device.

FVGPro 1/K

FVGPro 1/MK

FVGPro 2/MK

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So far I have shown you the individual components of a BST web guiding system and now I would like to present some products from our range of accessories.

Certain web guiding processes con-tinuously repeat themselves. Others vary from application to application. Our accessories, such as sensor position-ing devices or oscillation systems simplify

routine work, save time and help you optimize productivity and

quality.

Electronic remote precision adjustment (EFE)

Depending on the conditions surrounding the machine or the production demands, it may be necessary to adjust the web position far from the guiding device.The electronic remote precision adjustment allows the correction of the web position from any place on the machine.

EFE 1, analogue

Manual sensor positioning device

This cost-effective device permits the manual lateral adjustment of the sensor position for varying web widths.The sensitive and smooth positioning allows a correc-tion to the desired web position while the machine is running.

EFE 1000, digital

Oscillation

Oscillation enables the controlled lateral displacement of the web of material with an adjustable amplitude

(size of the movement) and frequency (speed of the movement). This functionality is either available

as the principle shown above, or by means of two independent moveable sensors with an

electronic overlay.Oscillation is mainly used for rewinding

of tubular films or for materials with an irregular thickness

profile in order to avoid poor winding.

We have a number of special gateways available for connecting our web guiding systems to all common bus systems (CAN bus, EtherNet, Profibus-DP, DeviceNet).In this way we always have the suitable interface for integration of our web guiding system into your machine or control system.

Using the BST field bus you can obtain current data from the entire system at all times, since the time- critical process data are determined in real time.If it is integrated into the operational process, the BST field bus system provides a valuable support to existing quality assurance systems.

NetworkingDigital data exchangemade simple, safe and quick

Plug and play

Would you like to use the information the BST web guiding system provides for your production process and, vice-versa, to control the BST system from your control station or machine PLC?

No problem with the BST field bus system.

All BST commanders within the ekrPro family have an integrated digital CAN bus interface as standard. Advantages of the BST field bus system:

- simple internal and external networking

- comfortable operation

- a high level of immunity from interference

- a minimum effort of wiring

- quick and safe signal transmission

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BST ProTouchTouch screen input device

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Digital communication is now an important component in business processes – e-mail is just one example of this.So why shouldn’t our web guiding system components and your machine communi-cate with each other digitally too?The BST bus system ensures that all elements understand each other, in other

words that data can be exchanged quickly,

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Logic module BST ProLogic

For complex applications we offer the BST ProLogic interface with a modular-design and its own comput-ing unit (CPU). The power of the BST ProLogic is that application related software can be used to carry out demanding tasks, such as the lamination/doubling processes in the rubber and tire industry.The basic unit of the logic module contains the inter-face necessary for networking as well as for connecting to all common field bus terminals. The device has been designed for incorporation into a control cabinet.Add-on elements such as digital and analogue I/O modules, enable the BST ProLogic to adapt perfectly to a wide range of requirements, machines and processes.

BST ProTouch input device

Complex processes must be able to be monitored and controlled in a clear and simple manner.The BST ProTouch input device serves as the central interface between operator and machine, within net-worked systems.The BST ProTouch has an ergonomic touch screen user-interface with plain text displays.It is perfectly suited for incorporation into operator consoles, control cabinets and control stations.

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On this page I have arranged a selection of typical examples of applica-tions for BST web guiding systems.As you can see, our web guiding systems ensure precise web running in various pro-duction processes and the exact rewinding of all types of materials.

Your particular application is highly spe- cialised?No problem! Talk to our application engi-neers. Our experts will give you detailed advice always keeping your individual requirements in mind.You can reach us directly by e-mail under this address:web-control@bst-international.com

ApplicationsInnovative solutionsfor the web processing industry

FilmBlown film extruder

Paper and packaging

Web offset press

Label printing press

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Rotogravure press

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Examples Of Applications

Web guiding with rotating frame guide and manual sensor positioning

Web guiding with rotating frame guide and sensor positioning device FVGPro 2/MK

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Rotating frame guide design

The syntax of a rotating frame guide is defined as follows: DF A x D x L x C

It is composed of the following elements: DF = Rotating frame guide A = Number of rollers D = Diameter of the rollers L = Length of the rollers C = Correction span

The following information is necessary in order to design a BST web guiding system with a rotating frame guide:

General data: - Machine type - Manufacturer - Mounting location within the machine - Transparency of the web (clear as glass, translucent, changeable, reflective) - Ambient conditions (normal, dirty, dusty) - Ambient temperature - Power supply

Guiding mode: - Web edge - Web center-line - Line - Contrast

- Control voltage - Operation mode (continuous, intermittent)- Web speed- Web tension at maximum width- Thickness of the material- Web width- Variations in web width- Maximum incoming error- Elasticity modulus

C = Correction spanSi = Infeed spanSe = Exit spanL = Roller lengthJ = Stroke of correction

= Angle of rotation max. ±5°

1 Pivot2 Infeed roller3 Rotating frame guide4 Sensor5 Exit roller (idler)

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1 Pivot2 Infeed roller3 Guiding roller(s)4 Sensor5 Exit roller (idler)

Si = infeed span = 1.8 to 2x max. web widthSe = exit span = 0.5 to 1x max. web width

Si = infeed span = 1.8 to 2x max. web widthSe = exit span = 0.8 to 1x max. web width

The syntax of a swivel roll guide is defined as follows: SF A x D x L

It is composed of the following elements: SF = Swivel roll guide A = Number of rollers D = Diameter of the rollers L = Length of the rollers

The following information is necessary in order to design a BST web guiding system with a swivel roll guide:

General data: - Machine type - Manufacturer - Mounting location within the machine - Transparency of the web (clear as glass, translucent, changeable, reflective) - Ambient conditions (normal, dirty, dusty) - Ambient temperature - Power supply

Guiding mode: - Web edge - Web center-line - Line - Contrast

- Control voltage - Operation mode (continuous, intermittent)- Web speed- Web tension at maximum width- Thickness of the material- Web width- Variations in web width- Maximum incoming error- Elasticity modulus

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BST International is . . . . . . the specialist around the running web

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- keep webs on track with our web guiding systems

- continuously and precisely position materials with our solutions for process automation

- make the smallest details of your print visible with our video web inspection systems

- control the printing process automatically with our print management systems

- monitor the complete web in real time with our 100% print defect detection systems

- ensure a constant register quality with our register control systems

. . . internationally successful for decades

Founded in 1979 in Bielefeld, Germany, we now have closely integrated global production and sales networks which provide you with first class applica-tions assistance, support and service. Wherever in the world you want to produce highest quality with our solutions.

. . . the market leader worldwide

As we are the technology and market leader, it is our products that set the standards in the various industrial sectors (e. g. printing, foil, rubber and tire industries).The quality, reliability and performance of BST technology is shown by the tens of thousands of systems in daily use worldwide.

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You can’t deny BST quality!

Every day my colleagues around the world strive to satisfy the high demands of our customers.Our top-class products guarantee that every decision to use BST is a decision made for efficiency, reliability and suc-cess.

Would you like to find out more about us and our products?

The BST teams all around the world will be pleased to advise and assist you!

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BST Pro Mark, Inc. 650 W. Grand Avenue # 301 Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 USA Phone +1 630 833-9900 Telefax +1 630 833-9909 www.bstpromark.com

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