Mahlo, a US-based inventor of automatic straightening machines, recently launched a new innovation in straightening and controlling technology for the textiles. The technology, widely known as Generation 15, is now all set to be exhibited at the upcoming ITMA Asia scheduled to be held from October 15-19 in Shanghai (China).
According to the company, the machine works on the principal of automatic detection and corrects distortions by scanning the fabric using. The scanning is supported by an oscillating lens and digital signal processor (DSP). “The sensors are evenly distributed across the width on ‘Carrier Bridge’ and simultaneously detect the position of the weft thread at the different position. The scanning system detects and analyses the position of the weft threads, course or rows of tufting. The intelligent control algorithm with a self-optimization function ensures the reliable removal of any web distortions,” quoted Mahlo in its statement.
Moreover, there is a Feed-Forward control system in the machine that maintains the thread/course density and a uniform basic weight of the fabric. This is possible with the online control method that uses Famacont PMC-15 instrument which measures the thread/Knit density with the help of sensors. The system compares the density with the nominal value stored in the recipe data management. The detected deviation of the thread density from the nominal value is used to fully automatically regulate the over-feed during the pinning process on the tenter.
Furthermore, these machines are designed with the increased connectivity in machine. “If customers use suitable sensor technology and the appropriate networking, they can access the machine from anywhere, provided that an Internet connection is available. Customers also have the option of connecting any machine to the network via an OPC UA server with suitable connectivity,” Thomas Höpfl, Sales Manager, Mahlo
Also, the machines features a cross-platform visualization that can also be used to monitor several Mahlo devices.
“With our Generation 15 machines, we have paired over 70 years of experience with state-of-the-art technology and again set standards in textile production and finishing,” concluded Thomas.
