#Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

2019-09-12

Automation and quality assurance at the K fair

At this year's K trade fair, Erhardt+Leimer, a specialist for automation and quality assurance in the plastics industry, will be presenting different web guiding and web tension control systems as well as video and measuring systems. The company, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, focuses on networking the components used. The trade fair will take place in Düsseldorf from October 16 to 23; Erhardt+Leimer is at stand C20 in hall 4.

Erhardt+Leimer at K 2019

All current E+L components are 'IoT 4.0-ready,' i.e. suitable for integration into the latest generation of production systems. Each of the devices manufactured in large numbers, whether it is a sensor, a web guider or a high-precision linear drive, can be connected both actively and passively to digital networks. E+L technology therefore integrates perfectly into the production and/or ERP systems of the users to make automated and documented manufacture possible. Device and system data of E+L products can be backed up and restored if required. The high performance products offers both direct and remote access to the service team and can be functionally expanded in a simple manner via the Data Master or PLC.

The latest generation components with integrated web server and intuitive administration via browser support the technical staff in achieving continuous and optimized production. This is done primarily with the integrated high-tech analysis tools, which can be used directly without additional software. This reduces or completely avoids downtimes and ensures quality in a sustainable manner.

A highly dynamic, maintenance-free actuating drive

The AG 9 is the first actuating drive developed entirely by E+L. The device was primarily designed for web guiding systems, however in principle it can be used in all applications that require a maintenance-free, highly dynamic linear drive with a large actuating force.

In combination with the command station DO 3001 or DO 33, the AG 9 is used for web guiding on unwinders, winders and in large pivoting frames. Ethernet networking with response times of 1 ms and an actuating speed of up to 60 mm/s ensure maximum actuating dynamics. Even at high reel weight, that allows optimal compensation of tumbling errors, for example. Control frequencies up to 4 Hz are possible.

The AG 9 is the only fully integrated actuating drive on the market with a brushless and therefore wear-free motor. The position is acquired via an integrated absolute encoder – this is also a unique feature. That means that no reference run is required on commissioning, and the current position of the actuating drive is not lost even if the power fails. The controller is also integrated in the actuating drive.

As the AG 9 is a direct drive without gearbox, it is almost play-free in the axial direction. The device itself is highly compact, allowing it to be mounted even in tight spaces.

The DO 33 command station with touch technology assists operators by means of the integrated graphic user interface with a graphic commissioning wizard and offers additional web functionality for expert settings and service.

Print image monitoring for the highest requirements

ELSCAN OMS6 is a video system for operating widths of up to 3,250 mm that meets very high demands on the image quality. It features a large field of view of 234 x 124 mm and an LED flash and can be optionally equipped with a varnish flash, UV flash and different rear flashes. The camera navigation is of high precision and extremely dynamic. All ELSCAN web monitoring systems use the dualView technology patented by E+L, i.e. two cameras with fixed focal lengths, which are combined in a shared housing. One camera shows a large repeat area (wide-angle lens), while the other camera shows the smallest details (telephoto lens). The section of the image from the telephoto camera is in the center of the wide angle camera. During digital zooming, the camera switches imperceptibly between the two cameras to enable your print image to be displayed with a multiple of the print resolution. This special technology allows high-resolution images of different repeat sections to be displayed without a time delay.

ELTIM layer thickness and weight per unit area measurement

ELTIM allows for the contactless measurement of layer thickness, weight per unit area and other material properties across the entire web width, in this way enabling complete quality assurance for a wide variety of films and composite materials. The measurement is done using ultrasound, without the need for complex system calibration. The measuring accuracy is up to 0.5 % of the measured value.

SETEX turns dyeing and finishing data into daily production control

At ITM 2026, SETEX will show how textile mills can use machine, recipe, quality and energy data for more reliable daily production decisions — not as another reporting layer, but as part of the running dyeing and finishing process. With OrgaTEX X3 MES, E390x/C390x controllers, CamCOUNT and FabricInspector Portable, SETEX connects planning, machine execution and fabric-related quality insight within existing mill structures.

Tradition and Innovation – Phoenox Textiles Ltd. relies on state-of-the-art carpet back-coating line from Brückner

For more than 70 years, Phoenox Textiles Ltd. has been synonymous with quality, reliability, and inno-vation in the textile industry. Founded in 1954 in Huddersfield (Yorkshire, UK), a region with a long tradition in textiles, this family-owned business has continued to evolve without losing sight of its roots. Today, in its fourth generation under the leadership of the Mosley family, Phoenox successfully combines decades of experience with a clear, forward-looking corporate strategy.

Monforts sees growing potential for technical textiles in Türkiye

For many years now, Türkiye has been one of the most important markets for textile finishing, coating and continuous dyeing equipment, making ITM 2026 from June 9-13 a key event for Germany’s Monforts. At the Istanbul exhibition at stand 1117D in Hall 11, the company will put the emphasis on its machines which continue to lead the field in conventional dyeing and finishing, and also highlight the strong opportunities for Turkish textile manufacturers in the growing field of technical textiles.

Mario Jorge Machado re-elected President of EURATEX

The EURATEX General Assembly has re-elected Mario Jorge Machado as President of EURATEX, renewing its confidence in his leadership at a crucial moment for the European textile and clothing industry. The sector is facing rising costs, global competitive pressure and an increasingly challenging transition towards sustainability and digitalisation.

ITM 2026 makes happy participants with its international and qualified visitor profile

ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, one of the most prestigious meeting points of the textile machinery sector, attracted attention in its first three days, particularly with its diverse international visitor numbers. Industry professionals from all over the world had the opportunity to closely examine the latest technology machines and solutions displayed in operation. Thousands of visitors from approximately 100 countries, primarily Egypt, Pakistan, India, Uzbekistan, Syria, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, met at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center for new investment and cooperation opportunities.

KARL MAYER presents a textile TEXTRONIC® innovation at ITM 2026

With highly efficient machines and continuous textile innovations, KARL MAYER underscores its role as a reliable partner for discerning top-tier customers. Just in time for ITM 2026 in Istanbul, the industry leader is introducing a true innovation: an eyelash lace with its characteristic fringed look – combined with a previously unattainable 4-way stretch. While the established fabric could until now only be produced as rigid version or with one-dimensional stretch, the new elasticity in both dimensions expands the possibilities for cross-band panel fabrics.