Tag Stringers

Fischell Machinery TSS-1 Tag Stringer

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The TSS-1 Tag Stringer is a simple, affordable solution for tying loops through tags, labels, award ribbons, and more.

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The machine cycles once approximately every second. In an ideal situation where the operator could work as fast as the machine, you could tie 60 pieces per minute, or 3600 pieces per hour. This is a very optimistic figure. The operator has to stop periodically to load new tags and unload the tied tags. In real-world scenarios, operators average between 800 and 1400 pieces per hour. There is a small learning curve initially, as the operator gets accustomed to how the machine operates. After that, productivity is limited only by the operator's pace.

The machine can tie a wide variety of tag sizes. There is no minimum tag size, and the maximum is quite generous. You can easily fit a tag, label, or ribbon up to 3" (7.6 cm) wide by 6" (15.2 cm) long. It can also handle tags up to 10" (25.4 cm) wide and nearly unlimited length, though extreme sizes will probably slow the operator down. The only requirement of the items being tied is that they have an existing hole in them at least 1/8" (3.2 mm) in diameter. The machine can not only tie paper and cardstock products, but also thicker items as well as three-dimensional objects. In some cases, it has been used to tie loops in small three-dimensional animal-shaped air fresheners.

The TSS-1 can tie loops as small as 3" (7.6 cm) long to a nearly limitless length. Loop length is dictated by how far the operator pulls the tag through the machine. In extreme cases, we have done 36" (91.4 cm) long loops. Repeatability is accomplished by marking the table with a small piece of low-adhesion tape. Every time the operator pulls a piece through the machine, they pull it to the same spot marked by the tape, giving every piece a nearly identical loop length.

The machine ties both elastic and cotton twine, and can be easily switched from one to the other depending on your application.

Proudly made in the United States of America

 

TSS-1 Tag Stringer Features

  • Machine cycles are activated with a small foot trip pedal. This pedal can be activated by the operator's foot, by hand, or it can be mounted to the table and activated with the knee.

  • A proven and effective single-stop electric clutch controls the machine cycle. This ensures that the machine cycles perfectly every time.

  • Tag Stringer Motor

    The TSS-1 is powered by a 110-volt electric motor (220-volt available). This powerful, reliable motor conveniently plugs in to any standard househould outlet.

  • The time-tested and field-proven tying head is made of durable, hardened parts for long life. The tying head is guarded to protect the operator, and the guard can easily be removed to service the parts inside.

  • The hardened and grooved needle directs the twine precisely to the needed location within the tying head.

  • A simple spring plunger acts as a safety mechanism if the needle encounters any resistance. If the needle hits an object such as the operator's arm, the needle disengages from the drive system.

  • An exclusive twine tensioning system ensures that twine is delivered at a consistent rate and tension.

  • Tag Stringer Twine Tube

    The twine tube holds a number of items waiting to be tied, whether they are tags, labels, ribbons, or air fresheners.

  • Tag Stringer Grooved Table

    The grooved table allows tied pieces to hang out of the way and accumulate for easy removal in batches, saving time.