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Introducing the Pillar P7000 Power Supply — a high-performance, intelligent power supply designed for Pillar’s surface treaters to support today’s demanding converting and extrusion environments. From packaging and labeling to extrusion and adhesives, the P7000 powers corona and plasma treaters across a wide range of film and web-based applications. Built with versatility in mind, the P7000 offers advanced PLC connectivity, robust operational monitoring, and multiple run mode

In the fast-moving world of flexible packaging, where innovation, speed, and quality dictate success, surface treatment is more than a technical requirement — it's a critical competitive edge. Pillar Technologies’ corona treaters are the name trusted by industry leaders around the globe.

Cincinnati, OH & Hartland, WI (March 2025) - ITW Air Management and Pillar Technologies are pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Black as their new Business Unit Manager. Dan previously joined the ITW organization in April 2024 as Site Manager for the Cincinnati, OH location. In this new role, Dan will be responsible for overseeing operations and driving strategic initiatives within both business units, bringing his expertise and leadership to further enhance the compan

In this video, we will walk you through the proper process for simply checking to see if your IGBT has failed using a multimeter. An Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor, or IGBT, is a three-terminal semiconductor device used as a high-efficiency electronic switch. It is commonly found in high-voltage, high-current applications with low power inputs. Some common uses include induction cooktops, AC and DC motor drives, and in Pillar’s own P6000 and P7000 Power Supplies. For safet

Proper maintenance and regular cleaning of your Corona Treater is critical for improving up-time, saving time and money, and helping your Corona Treater to last longer. In this blog post, we will walk you through how to properly clean the Ground Rolls, Insulators, and the Electrodes and Electrode Magazine of your Treater Station.

Proper maintenance and regular cleaning of your Corona Treater is critical for improving up-time, saving time and money, and helping your Corona Treater to last longer. In this video, we walk you through how to properly clean the ground rolls, insulators, and the electrodes and electrode magazine of your treater station. Click here to learn more.

The Pillar Technologies team recently exhibited at the 2024 NPE tradeshow in Orlando, Florida. Read this blog post for a recap of the event, and information regarding the corona treating solutions that Pillar had on display during the event.

NPE2024 is back after 6 years! In May of 2024 Pillar Technologies exhibited at the National Plastics Expo in Orlando, FL. Pillar showcased our innovative surface treatment technologies for the Plastics Industry including the new P7000 Power Supply along with our line of surface treaters and solutions for treating blown film. The booth also showcased a few products from our sister company, Vortec. This included the Vortex A/C Enclosure Cooler that keeps electrical cabinets coo

The Pillar Technologies team will be attending the 2024 National Plastics Expo in Orlando, Florida from May 6-10. Read this blog post to learn more about the event and the various solutions Pillar will have display during the show.

We receive many questions from customers when researching surface treatment solutions for their converting lines. In this blog post we highlight a few of the most common questions we receive and provide answers to each.

When it comes to Corona Treaters, there are three different types of Electrodes: Stainless Steel Segmented Electrodes, Stainless Steel Finned Electrodes, and Round & Square Ceramic Electrodes. Read this blog to learn more about each one.

Hartland, WI (January 2024) - The Pillar Technologies Surface Treatment team is thrilled to announce the addition of its new Sales Representative, C.C. Steven & Associates. Located in Camarillo, California, C.C. Steven & Associates has been solving static mitigation challenges, offering manufacturing solutions, and specializing in Particle Capture System products since 1978. They specialize in producing workable answers to customers' most difficult challenges for controlling

Surface treatment plays a crucial role in achieving optimal adhesion and performance for various materials. Here are ten strategies to enhance your surface treatment results: onsistent Surface Tension Measurement Understanding the "Wettability Gap" Controlling Power Density Regular Ground Roll Cleaning Optimal Wrap Angle and Web Tension Managing Additive Migration Consider a Higher Dielectric Ground Roll Covering Avoid Excessive Heat Exposure Introduce Atmospheric Plasma Tech

When it comes to Corona Treaters, there are three different types of electrode assemblies that are offered. Stainless Steel Segmented Electrodes Stainless Steel Finned Electrodes And Ceramic Round or Square Electrodes Stainless steel segmented electrodes (available in 3 mm, 6 mm, 12,5 mm) allow operators using dielectric covered rolls the flexibility to treat various web widths and “lane” treat while achieving higher treat levels. Users can select which sections of the materi

If you're facing problems with your corona treating system, such as electrode failure, web wrinkling, or high voltage arcing, don't worry. Read this blog post for a comprehensive guide to help you troubleshoot these problems and ensure your corona treating systems are achieving their best results.

Introducing the Pillar Lab Jet portable corona sheet treater. With it’s compact and portable design, the Lab Jet is ideal for research and development labs to determine watt density for different dyne levels. The Lab Jet features: A compact design with a 42” x 22” footprint, making it portable and easy to use Able to treat conductive and non-conductive sheet materials up to 16”x16” and up to 2mm thick. Comes standard with a built in power supply, output transformer, and ozone

Surface treatment plays a crucial role in achieving optimal adhesion and performance for various materials. Read this blog post to see ten strategies for enhancing your surface treatment results.

The Blown Film Surface Treater is an economical system primarily used in the cast and blown film extrusion industries. The corona treater design promotes ease of thread-up along with an industry first break away electrode design. With standard mounting brackets and lifting eyes, installation is quick and easy. The high voltage transformer is mounted directly to the station with all high voltage connections factory wired and tested. The easy-thread, “drop through” design enabl

The Universal Surface Treater from Pillar Technologies is the ideal solution to integrate into converting lines for the treating of film extrusion, adhesive coatings, and laminating and printing needs. The Universal Surface Treater combines the best of all surface treatment equipment configurations, allowing for maximum power and flexibility for all surface treatment applications. This advanced technology features a patented design of easily interchangeable magazines and grou

When it comes to selecting the right treater station, there are two primary options to consider: a covered roll or a bare roll treater station. In this blog post, we will explore the characteristics of both covered roll and bare roll treater stations to help you make an informed decision.

We are are excited to announce that Vortec, Pillar Tech, and Paxton Products, all ITW organizations, are uniting their sales teams to better serve customer needs in similar markets. Click here to learn more about this organizational change.

Two business units of the global ITW organization are uniting their sales teams to better serve customer needs in similar markets. Cincinnati, OH & Hartland, WI (April 3, 2023): In August 2022, ITW Air Management (Cincinnati, OH) and Pillar Technologies (Hartland, WI) underwent a new leadership structure, led by one Business Unit Manager, Tyler Derus, (read more about this initial organizational transition here). In the six months since assuming the role, significant analysis

You might be surprised to find out that surface treatment is used across a wide variety of industries from packaging to automotive. Read this blog post to see some of the industries that utilize corona surface treatment in their manufacturing processes.

Pillar Technologies recently exhibited at the 2022 Pack Expo International show in Chicago, Illinois to showcase its high efficiency corona treating solutions for the packaging industry. Read this blog post to see a recap of the event, and even watch the highlight video for a behind-the-scenes look at the show!