WEB SPREADER ROLLERS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING WRINKLES IN WEB MATERIAL USING SUCH WEB SPREADER ROLLERS

摘要

Web spreader rollers and methods for reducing wrinkles in web material using such web spreader rollers are provided. In one embodiment, a web spreader roller includes a body having a first end including a plurality of slits about a perimeter of the first end. Each of the plurality of slits is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the body and define an adjustable taper portion of the first end of the body. The web spreader roller also includes a plug positioned within the first end. The plug is movable relative to the first end to move the adjustable taper portion from a first tapered position to a second tapered position.