What is a center-winding reel?
A center-pull roll is a roll of cellulose wadding paper towels with the inner core removed, allowing the sheets to be pulled from the center of the roll rather than from the outside. This system ensures hygienic, sheet-by-sheet dispensing and a much lower cost per sheet than a nested paper towel roll.
What is the difference with a classic reel?
Unlike a standard roll of paper towels that unwinds from the outside, a center-pull roll is used from the inside . This reduces waste, avoids contact with the entire roll, and is suitable for use in enclosed dispensers for improved hygiene . For this reason, it is often found in hotels, restaurants, kitchens, and other food service establishments.
Which distributors are compatible?
Center-pull reels are compatible with dedicated dispensers (often called "center-pull dispensers"), available in plastic, steel, or stainless steel. It is important to check the reel's diameter and length before purchasing. There are two main standards: the maximum and minimum sizes. The most common is the "450-sheet" reel , but here too, you will need to verify the size of this "sheet"...
Which capacity should I choose?
Capacity varies depending on the use: for heavy use (catering, industry), opt for longer rolls of 450 sheets or 900 sheets for compact versions. For offices or low-traffic areas, smaller formats with mini rolls of 150 to 200 sheets are sufficient.
How many pleats should I choose?
Most of the market offers two-ply paper, usually embossed for better grip and absorbency. Single-ply products are rare, and the savings compared to the current price of these rolls are minimal.
However, as a reminder, the choice of 1 ply will be an economical choice, ideal for industrial uses or routine cleaning, while the 2 ply will offer more absorption and comfort.
Is the center-winding reel more economical?
Yes and no . Sheet-by-sheet dispensing certainly limits overconsumption , but without a sheet-by-sheet dispensing system like Tork's Reflex or Lucart's L One, it can quickly become a wasteful drain. Studies show a reduction in waste of up to 30% with dispenser systems that have sheet-by-sheet control.
Are there any eco-friendly versions?
Center-pull rolls made from recycled paper or paper from sustainably managed forests (Ecolabel, FSC, or PEFC certified) are available, suitable for companies wishing to reduce their environmental footprint. Lucart, in partnership with EcoNatural, offers products made entirely from recycled food packaging.
Can center-winding reels be bought in bulk?
This product is inexpensive in terms of price per kilo and therefore has very high transport costs. Prices have literally collapsed in recent years, with the average price for a 450-sheet roll, the standard, now between 8 and 16 euros for basic products. Consequently, buying in bulk to minimize transport costs remains the only solution.