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Twenty-lour
AMERICAN UlNBMATOGRAPHER
March, 1926
PROJECTION + Conducted by Earl J. Denison
PLATE A
SPLICING MACHINE
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( The Hell and Howell splicing machines, the proper care and use of which are illustrated herewith, were especially designed for use in all Famous Players-Lasky exchanges where they have been installed under the supervision of Earl J. Denison. — Editor's Note.)
The Bell and Howell splicing machine makes a perfect splice .156 wide — of the full hole type. The machine is automatic in operation and electrically heated to about 120 decrees which keeps metal plates, film and film cement at the same temperature, thereby insuring a permanent splice.
The registration of the perforations is perfect and splices will not buckle. Experienced people can make a splice on these machines in about 10 seconds. The use of these machines has practically eliminated film damage due to splices.
The following instructions, as given in the Paramount exchanges, regarding the care and operation of these machines must be closely followed at all times :
First, the machines will not function properly unless they are kept scrupulously clean at all times. (Cleanliness is the most important factor in handling film under any conditions.)
Second, the machines are mechanically perfect and require no adjustment whatsoever. Therefore, under no consideration, attempt to make any adjustments on the machines. (In case of accident or breakage, the home office must be notified.)
Third, use a fresh blade every morning. At mid-day, reverse the blade and use the other end. Under ordinary conditions this will insure having a sharp blade at all times. However, in case a blade is nicked or for any other reason it does not scrape properly, immediately get a new blade. Machines are to be thoroughly cleaned and covered every evening and before closing.
Fourth, turn the electric heating unit on the first thing in the morning and do not turn off until the day's work is finished.
Fifth, the scraping blade holders are not interchangeable and under no condition change holders.