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Waxed Wick On Reels: An Introduction

August 31, 2022July 26, 2022 by wicksunlimiteddbc1

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Candle manufacturers partner with Wicks Unlimited for waxed wick on reels to increase their manufacturing capacity when using, or transitioning to, high-speed “in-line” cut, tab, and glue machinery to create candle systems that drive repeat customers. Wicks Unlimited’s proprietary waxing process gently forces air out of the raw wick. This step, known as de-gassing, saturates the entire wick, including the core, with wax. As a result, the wick will burn more uniformly, consistently, and predictably while simultaneously making it more robust to work with during production. One of the main reasons high-volume manufacturers prefer Wicks Unlimited’s waxed wick on reels is that they feature minimal ends. In other words, the waxed wick on the reel is made from one continuous piece of wick with a start point and an endpoint. Manufacturers will appreciate the simplicity of minimal ends during production, while end-users will appreciate its burn characteristics.

To meet the specific requirements of your particular candle machinery, Wicks Unlimited’s waxed wick features up to 3,000 yards (2,743 meters) per reel. All our reels are made from high-strength recycled cardboard to help candle companies reduce their carbon footprint and meet their sustainability targets. Wicks Unlimited’s extensive candle wick portfolio is just the beginning. Whether you’re a candle manufacturer looking for a new domestic-based wick supplier, transitioning to new machinery, or away from hand cut & tab production to automated machinery, Wicks Unlimited partners with you every step.

Why Partner with Wicks Unlimited as Your Waxed Wick on Reels Supplier?

Migrating to Wicks Unlimited as your Premier Wick Supplier When candle manufacturers first migrate to Wicks Unlimited as their waxed wick supplier, our wick experts work with them to ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently. During the transition process, a dedicated Wicks Unlimited waxed wick specialist reviews any historical wick data from customer past records, including types and sizes and machinery type(s). After this review, Wicks Unlimited will send three standard waxed wick on reel size samples to ensure compatibility with your machinery. Rest assured that Wicks Unlimited’s waxed wick on reels are guaranteed to work with your specific machinery. Once sizing is confirmed, it is simple to place an order or to create a standing purchase order for waxed wick via email or over the phone.

Transitioning from Hand Cut & Tab to Automatic Machinery

Wicks Unlimited has helped hundreds of candle manufacturers transition to new machinery while minimizing production disruptions. The transition process is similar to when manufacturers first partner with Wicks Unlimited for waxed wick on reels. Once manufacturers select the specific machine for their production needs, Wicks Unlimited then works directly with the machinery manufacturer to ensure compatibility of our waxed wick on reels. In addition to working with the machinery manufacturer, the combustion experts at Wicks Unlimited, upon request, can review your wick selection to ensure optimal candle combustion. When production begins with the new machinery, manufacturers can focus on scaling production rather than worrying about the reel fitting the machinery or the candle’s burn characteristics. Wicks Unlimited handles those concerns during the transition process.

Access to Wicks Unlimited Technical Services

Whether you are a manufacturer developing a new candle or need combustion troubleshooting due to a change in your manufacturing process or supplier, Wicks Unlimited has you covered. Waxed wick on reel customers can access Wicks Unlimited’s state-of-the-art candle wick optimization and combustion lab to troubleshoot or solve any burn issues you are experiencing. Once our candle technicians understand your unique wick or candle combustion need, we begin comprehensive testing and analysis. After testing and analysis, we report our findings and make individualized wick and sustainer recommendations to help you find an optimized burn.

Access to Wicks Unlimited’s Make & Hold Program

Now more than ever, having a reliable U.S.-based waxed wick on reel manufacturer and supplier is vital for success. Wicks Unlimited customers participating in our Make & Hold program are guaranteed same or next-day shipping on their most critical candle components, including waxed wick on reels, wick-clip assemblies, and sustainers. Once candle manufacturers meet the minimum order quantities and are accepted for Wicks Unlimited’s Make & Hold program, they can then rely on it to solve just-in-time challenges, simplify their supply chain, and optimize production.

The Wicks Unlimited Difference

Creating a better candle experience for the end-user begins with partnering with a reliable waxed wick on reel domestic-based manufacturer and supplier, like Wicks Unlimited. With over 450 different candle wicks, including cored, flat, and square braided wicks, from leading manufacturers such as Atkins & Pearce, Wedo, and Sao Vitor available for waxing, it is no wonder candle manufacturers depend on Wicks Unlimited.

In addition to waxed wick on reels, Wicks Unlimited offers twenty-five (25) unique metal wick sustainers with regular and safety neck heights that enable candle manufacturers to create tabbed wicks from waxed wick on reels. To meet the burn preferences of the end-users at the candle’s end of life, manufacturers can select from either puncture or non-puncture sustainer crimping to create the ultimate candle experience. Wicks Unlimited also manufactures and supplies an innovative self-centering sustainer that enables candle manufacturers to “drop and pour,” and wick clip assemblies made to your exact wax and wick length specifications. Use the contact form below or call 954-946-3500 to speak with a team member to partner with Wicks Unlimited for waxed wick on reels.

Create a Better Candle Experience with Non-Puncture Candle Sustainers

May 10, 2022May 4, 2022 by wicksunlimiteddbc1

Developing and creating a candle system that meets the specifications of the industry and the burn characteristics demanded by today’s consumer is challenging. Manufacturers have to consider the container size, wax formulation, wick type, sustainer type, scent throw, and burn characteristics close to or at the candle’s end of life. Those characteristics are essential since manufacturers want the end-user to have a positive experience with their candles.

Non-puncture-crimping — Sustainer with Non-Puncture Crimping

During the troubleshooting phase of candle development, common issues like overheating, heat transfer, and wick migration can appear since candle combustion is a complex process. To assist manufacturers, Wicks Unlimited developed non-puncture candle wick sustainers manufactured from the highest quality tin-coated steel. The tin coating inhibits corrosion which can be caused by the fragrance, dyes, and essential oils common in candles sold worldwide. Let’s explore how these non-puncture crimping candle sustainers work and how they can improve your next production run and the end-user experience.

Prevents Overheating: Candle systems using Wicks Unlimited safety neck candle sustainers with non-puncture crimping “shut off” at the end of their life, leaving unconsumed fuel (wax) while simultaneously preventing overheating. In comparison, metal candle sustainers with puncture crimping consume all the fuel (wax) right up to the candle’s end of life, generating additional heat. Candles with non-puncture crimping have an overall lower thermal profile at their end of life. As a result, heat transfer to the surface the candle is resting on is kept at a minimum since heat during this phase can be intense.

Reduces Heat Transfer to Adjacent Surfaces: Once a candle leaves the manufacturer and is purchased by an end-user, manufacturers no longer control how long it burns despite a warning label on the container. Heat transfer from candle combustion to adjacent surfaces, especially unsupervised candles on non-heat-resistant surfaces, increases heat transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation components. Heat transfer to surfaces is especially prevalent when the candle begins to reach its end of life when there is a deep melt pool and the flame is now positioned lower in the container. Since Wicks Unlimited’s non-puncture safety neck sustainers leave unconsumed fuel (wax) at the bottom of the container and “shut off” at the candle’s end of life, subsequent heat transfer to adjacent surfaces is greatly reduced.

Prevents Wick Migration: During the manufacturing process, manufacturers rely on industry standards and proprietary methods to adhere the sustainer to the bottom of the container using specially formulated high temperature, hot melt adhesive, or wick stickers. Wick migration is the process of the candle wick migrating or “creeping” off-center towards the sidewalls of the container. In the case of multi-wick candles, wicks can migrate closer to each other or farther apart during repeated burn cycles. The main culprit of wick migration is excessive heat, especially towards their end of life. High temperature at the end of life can soften the glue or wick sticker adhesive causing the sustainer to “slide” or migrate. To prevent wick migration caused by heat in single or multi-wick candle systems, non-puncture sustainers “shut off” the candle, leaving unconsumed fuel (wax) and keeping the wick sustainers centered.

The Wicks Unlimited Difference

Selecting metal candle sustainers with non-puncture crimping not only prevents overheating, heat transfer, and wick migration, but using them creates a better candle experience for the end-user. Wicks Unlimited combustion experts partner with candle manufacturers during the candle formulation or troubleshooting phase to solve combustion issues and make recommendations to ensure that your candle uses the appropriate metal wick sustainer to exceed your customers’ expectations.

In addition to non-puncture safety-length wick sustainers, Wicks Unlimited offers metal candle sustainers with puncture crimping that consume all the fuel (wax), an innovative self-centering sustainer that enables candle manufacturers to “drop and pour,” saving them both time and money. Wicks Unlimited is the ultimate destination for all of your combustion needs with over 450 different wicks stocked on-site, including cored and flat braided wicks, 24 different candle sustainers, and wick clip assemblies made to order to meet your exact wax and wick length specifications.

Connect in-person with a Wicks Unlimited team member at the 2022 World Candle Congress at the Sheraton New Orleans hotel in New Orleans, LA, May 16-19, at booth #800 to discuss sustainers with non-puncture crimping or any of our other candle combustion products for manufacturers. Use the form below to set an appointment with Wicks Unlimited at the World Candle Congress or to speak with a team member today.

What Are the Differences Between Non-Puncture and Puncture Crimping?

February 4, 2022January 31, 2022 by wicksunlimiteddbc1

Wicks Unlimited developed two innovative crimping options to meet the performance demands of both candle manufacturers and end-users: non-puncture and puncture crimping. Non-puncture crimping enables candles to “shut off” while puncture crimping generates additional wax (fuel) flow that consumes all the fuel (wax) at the end of life, respectively. Both Non-puncture and puncturing crimping will help “shut off” the flame. The difference is that non-puncture will extinguish the flame as soon as it reaches the top of the neck. While all of Wicks Unlimited metal candle sustainers are manufactured from the highest quality tin-coated steel to inhibit corrosion caused by fragrance and essential oils, their end-of-life characteristics depend on their neck height and crimp type.

Metal Sustainers with Non-Puncturing Crimp

Wicks Unlimited signature non-puncturing crimping sustainer series enables manufacturers to develop candles that “shut off” at their end of life. This innovative sustainer design will meet all standard operating requirements for crimp hold. Candle manufacturers rely on non-puncture metal sustainers to reduce the overall thermal profile of a particular candle system to meet their customers’ preferences.

Non-puncture candle sustainer’s neck heights range from 6.0 mm and include safety neck sustainers with neck heights of 10.0 mm, 13.0 mm, 13.2 mm, and 14.5 mm to meet your specific safety requirements. Manufacturers can select from either 14.5 mm, 15.0 mm, or 20.0 mm base diameter(s). They can also take advantage of Wicks Unlimited’s wide selection of wick products since its wick insertion hole sizes include 2.1 mm, 3.0 mm, 3.8 mm, and 4.1 mm.

Signature series sustainers with non-puncturing crimp “shut off” at their end of life.
Available with neck heights of 6.0 mm, 10.0 mm, 13.0 mm, 13.2 mm, and 14.5 mm.
Signature series sustainers with a non-puncturing crimp are available with 14.5 mm, 15.0 mm, and 20.0 mm base diameter(s)
Wick insertion hole diameters range from 2.1 mm to 4.1 mm.
Non-puncture crimp sustainers are manufactured from .010″ (0.254 mm) thick tin-coated steel that helps inhibit corrosion.

Metal Sustainers with Puncture Crimping

Precision high-speed equipment creates a piercing in the sustainer’s wall generating additional (fuel) wax flow at the candle’s end of life. Metal sustainers with puncture crimping enable manufacturers to develop candles that consume all the fuel (wax) as opposed to non-puncture crimping that leaves unconsumed wax at the end of life, respectively. Wicks Unlimited innovative puncture crimping provides a tight wick grip and simultaneously increases the crimp’s overall tensile strength.

Metal sustainers with puncture crimping are available with neck heights of 6.0 mm and include safety neck sustainers with neck heights of 10.0 mm, 13.0 mm. 13.2 mm and 14.5 mm. Candle manufacturers can select base diameter(s) ranging from 14.5 mm to 20.00 mm. With wick insertion hole diameters ranging from 2.1 mm to 3.0 mm, manufacturers can choose from Wicks Unlimited’s diverse collection of wick products to meet their production requirements.

Metal sustainers with puncture crimping are Wicks Unlimited’s best-selling sustainer series.
Available with neck heights of 6.0 mm, 10.0 mm, 13.0 mm, 13.2 mm, and 14.5 mm.
Standard series sustainers are available with 14.5 mm, 15.0 mm, and 20.0 mm base diameter(s).
Wick insertion hole diameters range from 2.1 mm to 3.0 mm.
Manufactured from .010″ (0.254 mm) thick tin-coated steel that helps inhibit corrosion.
Sustainers with puncture crimping enable candles to consume all the fuel at the end of life.
High-speed equipment creates a piercing in the sustainer’s wall generating additional (fuel) wax flow at the candle’s end of life.

Creating a Better Candle Experience with the Appropriate Crimp Type

Take the guesswork out of selecting the appropriate sustainer crimp by partnering with the combustion specialists at Wicks Unlimited. We work with candle manufacturers during the candle formulation or troubleshooting phase to ensure their candle system uses the appropriate crimping option for optimal combustion. With over 450 different wicks stocked on-site, including cored and flat braided wick, 26 different candle sustainers, and an assortment of wick clip assemblies, Wicks Unlimited is the ultimate destination for all your combustion needs. Use the form below to contact Wicks Unlimited to discuss whether sustainers with non-puncture or puncture crimping are appropriate for your next production run.