Karl Mayer develops system to evaluate warping machines

The advantages of the Multi-Matic at a glance

The Multi-Matic is as flexible as a sample warping machine, but the possibility of working in parallel when loading packages onto a fixed creel, or of using a parallel creel means that the creel setting-up times are reduced, which is advantageous when processing short- and medium-length production warps. Another advantage is that the warping process runs automatically.

As well as rational production, the Multi-Matic also enables labour and yarn material costs to be saved, as well as storage costs – because of the compact yarn management system.

The Multi-Matic is also extremely accurate. When producing the warp, the yarns are laid by means of yarn-laying devices onto the feed belts of the rotating warping drum at an accuracy of 5/100 mm. This system, which is controlled by linear motors, therefore operates about four times more accurately than other well-known sample warping machines. The high-precision yarn-laying devices are also used for leasing of the dividing cords.

A new feature is that the yarn feed belt operates at different speeds and can be adapted to different yarn densities and counts and various pattern requirements. Yarns which do not run on the warping drum because they are not needed for the pattern are taken off by the patented central cord and held under tension.

The result of this well-thought-out yarn feed arrangement on the Multi-Matic is that the yarns are placed accurately on the warping drum and the colour can be changed correctly, even at maximum operating speed.

The Multi-Matic in practice

With its high production rate when producing sample and production warps of short and medium length, the Multi-Matic has made a profound impression on the market. Three machines are now running in Italy since the machine was first premièred at ITMA 2011 in Barcelona. The machine is mainly used for processing high-fashion wool, silk and filament yarns for ladies’ outerwear.

Two more machines are scheduled for delivery to Italy this year.

A Multi-Matic will be shown actually operating at the Heimtextil trade fair from 9 to 12 January 2013. KARL MAYER has arranged a machine show and extensive demonstrations at its Hausen site, which will be held at the same time as the trade fair. This presentation is designed to illustrate the productivity and flexibility of this production machine. Visitors to the event will also have plenty of opportunity to discuss any specific plans they may have with KARL MAYER’s technical people and sales consultants. Several bookings have already been taken.