Vanguard Singlefacer

Product Description

Pressure Roll Singlefacers from BW Papersystems

BW Papersystems offers the Vanguard Singlefacer, engineered for continuous high-speed operation, and maximum uptime due to a unique medium preconditioning system, precise starch application and quality flute formation. With the Vanguard Singlefacer, users can expect maximum productivity,  superior board strength, and unsurpassed board quality.
When you add the Vanguard Singlefacer to your corrugator, you can expect efficient and effective production to meet or exceed your requirements.
Learn more about the Vanguard Singlefacer by contacting the BW Papersystems’ team today!

Features of the Vanguard Singlefacer from BW Papersystems

The Vanguard pressure roll singlefacer is designed with your production line in mind. It has features that set it apart from the others. The Vanguard accepts the widest variety of liners and medium to produce superior board quality. The large-diameter pressure roll provides maximum heat transfer and stability for excellent green bond strength and consistent flute quality.    Learn more about the features of the Vanguard Singlefacer below.

Proven & Reliable Technology

BW Papersystems has built and installed the Vanguard Singlefacer over 350 times, satisfying all market demands. This pressure roll singlefacer is a proven high-speed runner used in the most productive plants in many integrated companies. It includes a pressure chamber blower system, and large accessible windows and doors for optimal performance and easy maintenance.

Maximum Productivity & Durability

BW Papersystems’ Vanguard Singlefacer has hydraulically-loaded corrugating rolls and a pressure roll to maintain high-speed stability with minimal operator adjustment. The driven pressure roll eliminates shear stress during the green bond formation for maximum board strength. United Container, one of the BW Papersystems legendary brands, pioneered the positive pressure fingerless technology to eliminate vacuum systems that are sensitive to debris.

Infusion Medium Pre-Conditioning

The BW Papersystems’ Vanguard Singlefacer uses our patented Infusion technology that conditions the medium by penetrating the medium’s fibers with moisture and heat like no other system. This allows higher run speeds and improves board quality. In addition, it is effective for all flute profiles and paper grades.

Unique Split Frame Design

BW Papersystems’ Vanguard Singlefacer has a unique split frame design that includes a roll-out glue section for more efficient maintenance. The design also allows unrestricted access to the machine’s interior and incorporates a corrugated roll cart and module for more effective flute changes.

The Vanguard pressure roll singlefacer is designed with your production line in mind. It has features that set it apart from the others. The Vanguard accepts the widest variety of liners and medium to produce superior board quality. The large-diameter pressure roll provides maximum heat transfer and stability for excellent green bond strength and consistent flute quality.    Learn more about the features of the Vanguard Singlefacer below.

Superior Starch Application

The Vanguard Singlefacer has motorized glue pans with a patented incline pan design for minimal starch application and constant circulation. It can be easily removed for maintenance and cleaning. BW Papersystems offers optional pans for narrower widths as well.

Partner with BW Papersystems for the Durable & Productive Vanguard Singlefacer

When you add the Vanguard Singlefacer to your corrugator line, you can expect a durable and productive pressure roll singlefacer that has low maintenance requirements and high-performance capabilities that can transform your production. Contact the BW Papersystems’ experts to discuss your equipment applications and requirements in more detail.

Download a brochure
Product Features

The Vanguard pressure roll singlefacer is designed with your production line in mind. It has features that set it apart from the others. The Vanguard accepts the widest variety of liners and medium to produce superior board quality. The large-diameter pressure roll provides maximum heat transfer and stability for excellent green bond strength and consistent flute quality. Rated corrugator speed of 400mpm/1300fpm. 

Vertical stack rolls

BW Papersystems’ Vanguard Singlefacer has hydraulically-loaded corrugating rolls and a pressure roll to maintain high-speed stability with minimal operator adjustment. The driven pressure roll eliminates stress during the green bond formation for maximum board strength. The large diameter pressure roll provides reliable operation and low maintenance costs compared to belted singlefacers.

Positive Pressure chamber

United Container, one of the BW Papersystems legendary brands, pioneered the positive pressure fingerless technology to eliminate vacuum systems that are sensitive to debris. No unplanned stops for cleaning of the corrugating rolls or unpredictable delamination.

BW Papersystems’ Vanguard Singlefacer has a unique split frame design that includes a roll-out glue section for more efficient maintenance. The design also allows unrestricted access to the machine’s interior and incorporates a corrugated roll cart and module for more effective flute changes.

Automatic or Quick roll change

The corrugating rolls are housed in a cassette that can be changed through two systems. The ARS (Automatic Roll Change System) provides a hands-off cassette change that is safe, easy and quick. The QRS (Quick Roll Change System) requires some operator involvement but no manual tools during the simple, efficient roll change procedure.

Medium pre-conditioning

No other singlefacer conditions medium as effectively as the Vanguard. The patented Infusion™ system penetrates the medium’s paper fibers with moisture and heat like no other system. This allows higher run speeds and improves board quality. Aseparate capstan roll system provides precise tension control and an optional steam chest provides additional conditioning for the most challenging mediums in the industry.

  • Technical Data
  • Product Details
  • Options

Vanguard Singlefacer

Speed1300 fpm400 mpm
Minimum Width98 in.2500 mm
Maximum Width112 in.2850 mm

Vanguard Singlefacer

  • Speed
  • Minimum Width
  • Maximum Width
  • 400 mpm
  • 2500 mm
  • 2850 mm
  • 1300 fpm
  • 98 in.
  • 112 in.

Designed for Maximum Productivity

  • Pressure roll design for running maximum paper grades at high speed
  • Superior liner to medium bonding for maximum board strength
  • Optimally design corrugated rolls
  • Minimal crowns for superior cross machine formation of all flutes
  • Optimal flute formation for maximum board strength
  • Maximum stability for high speed throughput

Infusion Pre-Conditioning

  • Superior flute formation
  • Precision control of paper tension
  • Effective for all flute profiles & paper grades
  • Maximum strength with minimal fiber

Unique Split Frame Design

  • Rollaway glue section for effective & efficient housekeeping
  • Unrestricted access to machine’s interior for maintenance
  • Rollout Corrugated Roll cassette for effective flute changes

Durable Design

  • Designed for years of low cost reliable operation
  • Provides maximum uptime and minimal downtime
  • Low cost of ownership with maximum return

Customize Your Singlefacer to Your Specifications

There are various customization options for the BW Papersystems Vanguard Singlefacer machine depending on your production requirements, including carts and modules for faster flute changes.

Find Your Machine


BW Papersystems offers a wide selection of paper industry equipment with industry-leading technology.

Learn more about the BW Papersystems equipment and products offered.

Click Here
Works Well With

If you are looking for other machines in the process, here they are. 

You Might Also Like

The machine or line you are looking at is great, here are some other models or individual line units.