RollPros Launches First Automated Blunt Rolling Machine
Pre-roll joint automation technology company RollPros launched the Blackbird XXL, the first and only commercial machine that automates the rolling of full-size blunts.
Unlike traditional cone-stuffing machines, the Blackbird XXL rolls blunts the way hands do, delivering a slow-burning, hand-crafted-style product without relying on pre-made cones, according to the company. This launch builds on the success of RollPros’ flagship product, the Blackbird, the industry’s first automated joint rolling machine.
“The original Blackbird set the standard for cone-free joint automation, and the Blackbird XXL pushes that boundary even further into the premium blunt space,” said Kyle Loucks, founder and CEO of RollPros, in a news release. “This machine was engineered specifically for brands looking to scale up blunt production without sacrificing quality, consistency, or creative control.”
How RollPros’ Blackbird XXL Works
The Blackbird XXL accommodates weights ranging from 1.25 to 2.5 grams, with a 1.75 to 2.25 gram sweet spot, according to the company, and supports a range of crutch types and sizes, including paper, glass and ceramic. Operators can use hemp wraps up to 50gsm, or rice or wood pulp papers as thin as 13gsm, with wider roll widths being fully supported. Output rates reach up to 850 units per hour with standard paper and approximately 250 per hour using traditional blunt-thickness paper, depending on material consistency.
In addition to its compaction and rolling capabilities, the Blackbird XXL features the new RingWrap feature; a built-in tip banding mechanism similar to what is commonly seen on cigars, according to the company. This provides a new branding opportunity that stands out in retail environments. Crutch depth is variable and options include “full reveal,” “no reveal” or hybrid styles, offering flexibility to create any desired look.
“We built the Blackbird to eliminate the tradeoff between scale and quality. With the XXL, we’re bringing that same innovation to blunts,” added Loucks. “It’s a machine for operators who care about how their products perform and who are ready to grow without cutting corners.”
The first production units of the Blackbird XXL will begin shipping in mid-September. Pre-orders are now open.
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