Textilmaschinenfabrik Karl Mayer GmbH's new RS (E) 4N-4 universal raschel knitting machine operates at speeds of up to 1,900 rpm. Its main features include precise knitting movements, gentle yarn handling, adjustable lift of the compound needles, stitch forming guide bars changeable from four to three and two, and larger yarn feed-in zone. The electronic EL guide bar control system with EBC yarn feed system offers unlimited possibilities for patterning and research. Sensitive yarn tension wire springs improve the spun yarn letoff behavior. An automatic blowing device removes fiber fly. The special profile of the tongue foot keeps the compound needles clean. The RS (E) 4N-4 manufactures fabrics suitable for stretch swimwear and underwear, sportswear, curtains, embroidered tulle. shoe linings, light weight nets, and technical textiles.