Pneumatic splicing

This paper reviews recent developments in jointing up for broken yarn ends, including; Latex-jointing; filament-wrapping; mechanical splicing; and pneumatic splicing. In particular, it evaluates the benefits of the pneumatic yarn splicer, which is now capable of splicing not only continuous filament yarns but also yarn produced by both lo..

Influence of spinning conditions on structure and properties of polyester-viscose blended MJS yarns

The effects of first nozzle pressure, second nozzle pressure and spinning speed on the properties of polyester-viscose blended MJS yarns are discussed in the light of the yarn surface structure. An alternative classification of fibre configurations in air

Process automation in spinning mills

Distinguishing features of modern rotor-spinning mills include high degrees of automation and sophisticated work-flow organization. Highly-flexible production technology controlled and monitored by electronic systems is now attainable. Automation components in the spinning mill, features of highly-automated rotor-spinning mills and packag..

Experiences in ATIRA Accetest laboratory. I. Testing of rings

The critical quality parameters affecting the performance of the rings and their tolerance limits are discussed. The experience of over one decade at ATIRA Accetest laboratory on testing of rings is discussed in this article. It is suggested that a mill must get the rings tested before their purchase to ensure their subsequent good perfor..

Saving power consumption in ring spinning by using weight reduced spindles

Energy is becoming a scarce and dear commodity day-by-day. Mill management seeks to reduce power consumption without going in for substantial investments. This article gives a guideline for reducing power consumption based on studies conducted by ATIRA.

Increasing production and quality in spinning mills by information technology

Information technology in connection with spinning mills comprises the control panel of the production machines, control and regulating systems and data systems. Machines panels should be standardized for all machine types to reduce training time, allow universal assignment of personnel, increase efficiency due to faster troubleshooting a..

ATME-I '97 spinning: replacement investment the best bet...

Spinning developments shown at the ATME-I '97 exhibition in Greenville, South Carolina, are reviewed. Although the number of visitors was down on the previous ATME devoted to spinning, exhibitors were satisfied with the quality of the interest shown. The US spinning industry is close to saturation point in rotor-spinning productive capaci..

Innovation - the chance to survive

Proceedings at the 11th Reutlingen Spinning Colloquium, Germany, 6-7 May 1997, are reviewed. Papers given covered such topics as progress in ring spinning through the use of advanced ceramics, complete data and information systems for spinning mills, economical combing, production of fine recombed yarns in worste spinning, an innovative d..

Modern machines' monitor

The SPIDER web Data System monitor for spinning installations from Maschinenfabrik Rieter is described. The system collects, prepares and displays all quality and production data from Rieter spinning machines on a central display. Monitoring using the system is discussed.

Spiderweb monitoring system

The Spiderweb monitoring system, developed by Rieter Textile Systems, Switzerland, is a fully integrated monitoring system for staple yarn spinning plants. The benefits of the system are outlined which include quality improvements through spinning position analysis, production increases through analysis of stoppages and personnel savings...