Central unwinding reel

For hygienic and economical hand and surface drying

The center-pull roll is the most widely used paper hand towel by professionals, institutions, and especially in food service kitchens and restaurants. Its practical and economical paper roll design allows for drying both hands and surfaces, with the dispenser always readily available. The center-pull roll dispenser is a multi-standard dispensing system, the most common model being the 450-sheet center-pull roll .

Center-feed reel standards

There are different center-pull reel formats, and it's essential to ensure compatibility with your dispenser . A center-pull reel is typically designed to be unwound from the inside after removing (sometimes difficult) a cardboard spiral inside the reel. For this reason, some reel manufacturers offer reels without an internal core, eliminating this sometimes awkward removal and, more importantly, saving on the cost of the cardboard core during manufacturing. While coreless reels are generally more expensive , they simplify the user experience and contribute to environmental responsibility by reducing waste associated with cores.

Reel with or without unwinding mandrel

As we saw earlier, the reel is commonly manufactured around a spiral-shaped cardboard core that must be removed. Several manufacturers offer a center-pull reel without this cardboard core , which are called coreless center-pull reels . At Tork, the best-known reel is reference 121208, a two-ply product that is food-grade, Ecolabel certified, and FSC certified.
The best-known coreless reel model is the one originally created by Lotus Professional: the Lotus Reflex reel. Beyond its coreless design, it was equipped with a dispenser for controlled sheet-by-sheet dispensing . After Tork acquired Lotus Professional, this system became Tork Reflex, available in a maxi M4 version and a more compact mini M3 version. We will discuss the advantages of this system and alternative offerings on the market, such as the Lucart L One , in more detail later.

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321450

Central reeling reel Ecolabel 450 fts white 6

138 reviews
10,35 € HT
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This product will guarantee you effective wiping thanks to its two layers and its highly absorbent micro …

Neutre 1063 In stock
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121208

Central coil reeling Tork without white chuck 450 fts package 6

32 reviews
22,30 € HT
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Discover a high-quality Tork M2 product with high-performance wiping. Designed for professional use in bu…

Tork 423 In stock
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852241

Lucart eco natural central unwinding reel pack of 6

1 reviews
16,55 € HT
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The Lucart eco natural ecological central unwinding reel benefits from the European Ecolabel and FSC cert…

Lucart 209 In stock
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473474

Central reeling coil Tork Reflex M3 package of 9

21 reviews
50,40 € HT
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Tork Reflex M3 mini central unwinding reel mini Reflex. Unlike traditional central-feed hand towel dispen…

Tork 153 In stock
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473412

Lotus Reflex Comet Hydrasoft Reel Package 6

19 reviews
33,95 € HT
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The Tork M4 reflex hand towel reel (Ex Lotus comet Reflex) is a central reeling hand towel reel with the …

Tork 145 In stock
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321900

White wiping roll 900 formats package of 6

0 reviews
26,90 € HT
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900-sheet paper towel roll. Pre-cut center-unwind roll for easier use. Wiper roll with European Ecolabel.…

Neutre 98 In stock
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473472

Tork Reflex M4 Reel package of 6

8 reviews
56,55 € HT
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The Tork Reflex M4 reel is the best way to save on your central unwinding reel consumption. Indeed, most …

Tork 87 In stock
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852276

Central coil reeling blue Lucart The One 450 fts 6

1 reviews
47,45 € HT
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Central unwind reel in blue colour specifically for food areas and central kitchens. The blue colour make…

Lucart 76 In stock
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852277

Central coil reeling ecological Lucart The One 450 fts 6

3 reviews
34,85 € HT
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Ecological central unwinding reel benefiting from the European Ecolabel. The Lucart Eco Natural central u…

Lucart 70 In stock
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321152

Coil white wiping GAUFFREE 210 fts Ecolabel packages 12

4 reviews
28,90 € HT
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White wadding reel 2 thicknesses with central or external unwinding. Reel of 210 pre-cut 20 x 34 cm forma…

Neutre 50 In stock
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321151

Mini central unwinding reel pack of 12

18 reviews
19,80 € HT
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Mini format central unwinding reel in pure white cellulose wadding, 2 layers. Central or external unwindi…

Neutre 40 In stock
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6223

Wypall L10 blue reel central reeling package 6

0 reviews
32,90 € HT
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The WypAll L10 blue 6223 central feed reel is suitable for a specific usage environment for light cleanin…

Kimberly Clark 34 In stock
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321455

Blue central reeling reel 450 package sizes 6

2 reviews
19,10 € HT
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Recycled blue Ecolabel wadding reel, 2 layers, central unwinding, micro embossing for optimal absorption.…

Neutre 33 In stock
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852274

Central coil reeling blue Lucart One L by 6

1 reviews
37,90 € HT
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Blue food central unwinding reel specifically developed for the Lucart L One sheet-by-sheet system. The r…

Lucart 32 In stock
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151131

Reel reeling central Tork Wiper 415 package 6

0 reviews
92,60 € HT
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Tork Wiper 415 central feed reel is a multi-use wiping paper reel. This spool is made up of 1 ply and is …

Tork 28 In stock
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6222

Wypall L10 reel central unwinding package 6

0 reviews
29,95 € HT
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The Kimberly Clark Wypall L10 center feed reel fits into maxi center feed dispensers. Spool suitable for …

Kimberly Clark 28 In stock
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852275

Central coil reeling white Lucart The One 450 fts 6

1 reviews
47,45 € HT
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Central unwinding reel in white color in pure cellulose wadding with smooth appearance, PEFC certified. R…

Lucart 22 In stock
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101221

Mini Tork M1 central unwinding coil by 11

13 reviews
81,30 € HT
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The Tork M1 system is designed for small businesses or small spaces that require a high-quality wiping so…

Tork 21 In stock
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200260

Tork distributor key

7 reviews
5,95 € HT
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Tork dispenser key suitable for Tork dispensers with metal lock.

Tork 13 In stock
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473190

Distributor Tork Reflex M4 coil

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48,45 € HT
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Tork Reflex M4 system dispenser (ex Lotus Reflex) for Tork Reflex hand towel roll system. The Tork® Refle…

Tork 7 In stock
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Central unwinding reel

Central sheet-fed unwinding reel

The drawback of center-pull systems is that they often lack precise cutting, leading to excessive consumption. Users frequently pull on the continuously unwinding sheets , routinely taking more than is needed to wipe surfaces or hands. Center-pull rolls are therefore inexpensive products in a market characterized by fierce price competition, and may seem economically advantageous, but this doesn't take into account the cost of use. If you implement a wiping system with inexpensive consumables that result in excessive consumption , the overall cost is no longer so economical.
It was within this framework that manufacturers like Lotus Professional considered "controlling" paper flow, leading to the creation of the Lotus Reflex. This system, adopted by Tork, operates as a specific roll/distributor pair with a carefully designed dispensing cone, enabling significantly more economical sheet-by-sheet dispensing.
This coreless central unwinding reel system combined with the adjoining dispenser allows you to take only one sheet at a time and therefore reduce your consumption by up to 40% or more on some sites.
Let's take a closer look at the most widespread offers on the market with Tork Group Essity and Lucart Group.

Sheet-by-sheet reel unwinding systems

Lucart L One central unwinding system

The Lucart L One dispenser offers two sizes: mini and maxi. Lucart offers several varieties of rolls, including an Ecolabel roll that is 100% eco-friendly because it is made directly from recycled food cartons.

Tork Reflex central wire feed system M3 and M4 (formerly Lotus Reflex)

The Tork Reflex system is available in two formats: maxi and mini. The major innovation of the Reflex concept is its sheet-by-sheet dispensing, rather than the continuous dispensing that occurs until the user decides to stop, unlike the traditional central feed system.
This results in significant savings while maintaining wiping quality thanks to the quality of Tork products. It also generates less waste and therefore presents a more positive environmental impact.
The Tork Reflex M3 system is the MINI size with distributor 473137 (Ex Lotus 2239)
The Tork Reflex M4 system is the MAXI size with dispensers 473133 (Ex Lotus 2237), 473140 (Ex Lotus 2250) and portable 473126 (EX Lotus 502020).

Center-feed reel size, colors, environment

Large and small format unwinding reels

There are two main types of reels, characterized by the size of the central unwinding dispenser and therefore the size of the associated reel . The choice will depend on the available space for the dispenser and the desired efficiency. Choosing a mini reel will primarily be based on space constraints.
The most common format is the center-pull roll of 450 sheets, packaged in bundles of 6 rolls. The roll height varies from 19 to 23 cm depending on the product, and the diameter is approximately 20 cm.
The second format is the "mini center-pull" which has a lower number of sheets (150 to 210 on average) and therefore a smaller outer diameter (10 to 13 cm depending on the product).

The use of color for the central unwind reel

In the food processing and catering industries, where center-pull rolls are predominantly used, the risk of roll fragments separating from food products has emerged. Whether it's on a wiping cloth, a piece of kitchen towel , a piece of packaging, etc., the risk of contaminating food being prepared with foreign matter exists, even if it remains low.
This is why the color blue was developed for the central dispensing reel, to ensure that any piece of cotton wool that might have fallen into food being prepared can be easily identified. This color coding is particularly useful in food preparation areas when the dispenser is placed directly above a sensitive work surface, for example.
The reel also exists in chamois color when it has an industrial purpose on garages, workshops, industries....At Lucart the reel like a large part of the EcoNatural range is in "natural" color but there is another reason that we will discover now.

Central unwinding reel certification and environment

The problem with disposable products, and even more so with this product, the high-consumption center-pull reel, is the framework of its manufacture and its recycling after use.
In short, for this type of product, the product lifecycle is important.
Therefore, before buying a roll of wiping cloth, you will have the opportunity to check its compliance with the following labels: Ecolabel, FSC, and also whether it is food contact safe.
Lucart is an innovative manufacturer in compliance with environmental standards and Lucart's EcoNatural range takes this approach to the next level.
The manufacturing method for this Eco Natural Lucart center-pull roll protects the environment by recycling the cellulose fibers from the food cartons from which it is made. This manufacturing method was innovative and pioneered by Lucart.
This reel is food contact safe and can therefore be used in kitchens and restaurants without any restrictions .
Recycling food cartons is the path chosen by Lucart to make its product environmentally friendly.
So yes, the color of the spool is not white and immaculate, but it respects the environment while ensuring you a level of safety in the kitchen at least equal to the spool you use today!
So make the eco-responsible choice.

To conclude on the center-winding reel

As you've probably gathered, this is a necessary product, but one that's often undercut and therefore sometimes compromised in quality to meet the market's demand for low prices. So, a central unwind reel is fine, but opt for a system that allows you to control your consumption and is environmentally responsible!

Comparison of central unwinding reels

Code Designation Country Ecolabel FSC PEFC Eating Wadding Brand
321450 450 ft center-feed reel France Yes No Yes Yes Pure Neutral
121208 Tork M2 450 fts reel Germany Yes Yes No Yes Pure Tork
852241 Natural 450 ft reel France Yes Yes No Yes Natural Lucart
852276 450 ft L One reel Italy Yes No Yes Yes Pure Lucart
852274 350 ft L One reel Italy Yes No Yes Yes Pure Lucart
852275 450 ft L One white reel Italy No No Yes Yes Pure Lucart
852277 450 ft L One natural reel Italy Yes No No Yes Natural Lucart
321455 450 ft blue reel France Yes No Yes Yes Recycled Neutral
321900 900 ft center-feed reel France Yes No No Yes Recycled Neutral
6223 Wypall L10 blue unwinding spool GB Yes No No Yes Recycled Kimberly
6222 Wypall L10 white unwinding spool GB No Yes No Yes Recycled Kimberly
321151 Mini 160 ft unwinding reel France Yes Yes Neutral
321152 Mini 210 ft unwinding reel Italy Yes No Yes Yes Pure neutral
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