About Us

Since Tensor Group's inception in 1993, we have committed our resources to engineering superior performance press equipment backed by outstanding customer support.

Tensor Group specializes in the development and production of flexible single-width web offset press equipment capable of printing 35,000 to 60,000 products per hour, with related folding equipment.

Tensor focuses specifically on single-width printing solutions that deliver dependable, high quality at a competitive price and are backed by superior field support. A network of knowledgeable global representatives has placed over 2200 units in more than 36 countries.

The 40,000 square foot Tensor headquarters and assembly plant are located near the historic, major manufacturing area of Chicago. This area provides an extensive pool of highly trained engineers and skilled craftsmen. Tensor capitalized on this resource and created an innovative company geared towards producing outstanding products that successfully compete in a global marketplace.

Project Management and Consultation
Project management and consultation is performed during all phases of planning, installation and startup. Individual customer requirements and expectations are extensively analyzed and optimum solutions are developed and executed.

Research and Development
Research and development are ongoing initiatives, resulting in equipment design that continuously exceeds customer expectations.

Quality
Quality begins with superior machine components manufactured by Tensor's parent company, MAH Machine Co., one of the top suppliers to the graphic arts industry since 1977. MAH Machine utilizes state-of-the-art machining equipment and each component must pass rigorous quality testing.

Tensor's knowledgeable support staff and availability of quality replacement parts at competitive prices contributes to the total customer satisfaction philosophy adopted by Tensor.

Tensor Firsts

Tensor has achieved a number of “firsts” in our segment of the industry. Some of these include:

• The first shaftless press line in Denmark
• First huge press installation in Sweden (Adargo)
• First major press installation in Turkey (Aksam)
• Installed “the largest single-width press line in the world” in Adana for Hurriyet in Turkey during 2004. This press line initially covered approximately 59 meters (194 linear feet), and contained thirteen (13) 4-high towers, six (6) 2-highs, and three (3) Tensor H-50 folders. Twenty-five (25) zero-speed splicers were installed below press level. In 2005 and in 2006, the pressline was expanded by an additional six (6) four-highs, three (3) two-highs and one (1) stacked unit. The press currently has a total of 95 press units and three folders.

Tensor Design

A number of critical design features are found exclusively on Tensor's units.

Outstanding Print Quality
Preloaded bearing-mounted blanket eccentrics provide the critical cylinder stiffness required to reduce dot distortion.

Eccentric mounted, fully adjustable plate and blanket cylinders provide tighter print registration by eliminating tolerance accumulation normally associated with a fixed plate cylinder location.

Proven Durability
Bearing-in-a-bearing design approach eliminates frame bore wear.

Tensor's exclusive cylinder manufacturing techniques result in unsurpassed corrosion resistance.

Enhanced Ergonomics
An integrally unique true arch design positions the blankets higher and offers a wider opening for easier access.

Form roller throw-off shafts located outside of the rollers eliminate ink buildup and maintenance issues.

Tensor believes that customer satisfaction and press performance command our highest priority. We are driven to provide both superior quality and supreme value in the products and services we supply. We will continue to reinvest in ourselves to improve our performance.