Scalable roll-to-roll platforms
Roll-to-roll coating moves the substrate continuously past the slot-die head, so coating, drying and inspection happen in one pass.
Continuous coating platform
Roll-to-roll machines process flexible substrates in a continuous flow. They combine coating, drying and optional in-line measurement using the same slot-die setup.
When to choose roll-to-roll
Choose roll-to-roll when you need longer runs, process continuity and web handling — for throughput, drying, multilayer builds and registration.
Typical users
R&D and pilot teams in batteries, solar, printed electronics and advanced materials working toward scale-up.
Roll-to-roll coating machines
Each platform covers a different stage, from desktop webs to modular pilot lines. Open a machine page for specifications, drying options and slot-die head compatibility.
FOM omicronR2R
FOM omegaR2R
FOM photonR2R
FOM compact moduloR2R
FOM moduloR2R
Roll-based coating machine
The FOM nanoRC is a compact roll-based coater. The substrate is mounted on a rotating roll, so continuous coating conditions can be reproduced on small samples with minimal material use. Open the machine page for specifications and slot-die head compatibility.
FOM nanoRC
Flexible slot-die heads for evolving coating needs
The machine sets the range; the head defines how the material is applied.
Platform & tooling
- The machine is the base platform, providing motion, stability and process control.
- The slot-die head is the interchangeable part that defines how material is applied.
- You can switch heads to move between applications without replacing the full system.
Compatibility logic
- Each machine supports a defined range of slot-die head configurations.
- Compatibility depends on machine type, coating width, capacity, and mounting and fluid setup.
- The platform sets the limits; the head is selected within that range.
Key variables
- Heads are selected on a few core parameters tied to your application.
- Width defines coating area and throughput.
- Material — steel or PEEK — ensures chemical compatibility, and precision level matches the required coating quality.
FOM’s Tensor coating software
Turns coating expertise into repeatable, scalable recipes. A clean, guided user interface takes you from setup to run with recipe-based control and storage to reuse coating protocols and test coating parameters in a structured way. The same intuitive workflow spans research tools and pilot lines, helping you scale by width and throughput without reworking your process. Advanced options—such as sequences, drying/profile management, web handling, and tension control.
Why it matters
- Save time with easy setup and reusable recipes.
- Get the same results every time with locked settings and history tracking.
- Scale with ease by using familiar software and protocols as you move from the lab to the pilot line