Rapier Weaving Machine

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1 Rapier Weaving Machine

2 Vamatex Rapier Weaving Machine ITEMA s new rapier weaving machine Vamatex Silver 501 is the strategic evolution of the highly successful Silver HS model. Based on the same footprint and complete with a new electronic platform, the Silver 501 is specifically engineered to handle demanding styles or heavy weight denim at the highest production speeds with superior quality. Key developments of the drive and transfer systems provide a more robust machine that insures a consistent, high speed transfer at the lowest vibration pattern. The ease of use, maintenance and operation synergies remain to provide a transition free integration for weavers and technicians alike. Best suited in a continuous operation, the new Silver 501 is the workhorse of ITEMA. 2

3 High Performance Superior Quality Renowned Propeller Drive Strong, Sturdy Machine Structure Low Vibration Pattern Reliable, High Quality Components Innovative Ceramic Coated SK Grippers Guided or Free Flight Rapiers Designed for Heavy Weight, Demanding Styles Lower Weft Stops / Higher Efficiency Optimized Shed Lower Warp Tension New Motorized Selvedge Device Full Color Touch Screen with Interactive User Interface State of the Art Electronic Platform Built in Diagnostics Internet/Ethernet Accessibility New Functionalities for Maintenance and Remote Assistance

4 A High Performance Weaving Machine Consistent Performance As with previous Silver models, the Vamatex Silver 501 uses the distinguished Propeller Drive for movement of the rapier. With the market demanding higher speeds and complex styling, the consistent and smooth stroke provided by the propeller drive is more essential than ever before. Through new manufacturing methods and increasing metal hardness, our Engineers were able to improve drive capacity, yielding higher machine speeds while minimizing vibration. Even under the most difficult textile conditions, 700 picks per minute can be achieved with good efficiency and fabric quality. Sound Structure And the Silver 501 Engineers didn t stop with the drive & machine frame; they completed the effort with a re-designed slay and complete new back rest module. The new slay design opens the door to speed & versatility. The new back rest module compliments the enhancements by reducing warp tension and promoting a clean shed break with each pick thrown Low Vibration Pattern The Vamatex Silver 501 presents a very low vibration pattern. In addition to a solid drive, the machine is engineered with extensive control of the moving masses to reduce vibration. As such, the Silver 501 easily handles the demands of heavyweight styling while reducing cost through less maintenance and spare parts. 4

5 New Textile Solutions New SK Transfer The new SK Transfer System is engineered for high speed and versatility. While providing for a wide array of weft yarns, the SK System is the most advanced transfer system on the market today. With an ultra-light, ceramic coated, one piece design, the SK System is engineered for high speed and less wear. Free Transfer System FTS For filament & technical weavers, the Silver 501 offers a race board configuration with no guiding elements in the shed for optimum weaving of delicate, multifilament, low-twist weft yarn ranging from 10 den monofilament to 1500 dtex high tenacity, PES double pick insertion Improved Textile Efficiency The insertion rapier, with its tip close to the reed eliminates warp floats and increases insertion efficiency. The receiving rapier features a unique and patented opening system based on a permanent magnet in the gripper. In addition, the fine-tuned finger stroke of the new weft selector allows gentle movement of the weft yarn eliminating interference between selected wefts and resting weft. Improved EK Transfer The improved version of the well known EK Transfer System offers greater durability and covers the whole weaving range. New Functionalities The innovative concept of the Vamatex Silver 501 allows the user to set the shed crossing point through the touch screen. The new electronic platform makes it possible to set the synchronization between weaving machine and dobby without mechanical intervention of the technician. Clearly this makes the job easier, while improving the textile performance of the Silver 501. The new motorized selvedge & leno device and the Rotocut Rotary Cutter are the latest in technology. The programmable weft cutter, along with other options, allows the user to configure the optimum textile settings specific to unique yarns and weaves

6 A New Electronic Platform Full Color Touch Screen The Vamatex Silver 501 arrives with the latest in technology offering a new electronic platform where the full color, touch screen acts as the user interface. The intuitive software actually encourages dialogue with weavers & technicians. Animated machine symbols ensure a user-friendly experience by guiding personnel to the information desired. Ready for the Future At ITEMA, we recognize time is money. This is why we equipped the Vamatex Silver 501 with our best diagnostic software ever! By simply accessing the touch screen, a functionality test can be selected for any device or application on the machine even circuit boards. Our Engineers specifically designed this feature to be utilized without tools or a background in electronics but by the people on the floor who operate the machine. Loom Browser Just install the Loom Browser on the PC of your choice to monitor efficiency, change & download machine settings, create or download new weft and dobby patterns. Merely click on the machine of your choice within the machine layout to gain access to all machine information as if you were standing at the machine itself State of the Art Technology The machine utilizes State of the Art Microprocessor Technology with a PC Board running Windows CE to drive the user interface. Ethernet connectivity allows the Silver 501 to quickly engage both the mill network and Internet. With a standard USB memory stick saving, changing or transferring machine settings has never been easier. 6 Remote Diagnostics With the constant connection of the Silver 501 to the mill network, use of the Remote Software Service is just a click away. If you need support, simply connect via internet to ITEMA s World Wide Service Network for prompt diagnostic assistance. Diagnostic information of customer weft settings via use of the Remote Software Service on a PC at an ITEMA Technical Support Office

7 The Vamatex Silver 501 at a Glance Nominal Machine Width (cm) 170, 190, 210, 220, 230 (narrow machine); 260, 280, 300, 320, 340, 360, 380 (wide machine) Shedding Staubli cam motion 1661 (up to 8 frames) with leveling device Staubli dobby 2670 or 2861 (up to 20 frames) Transfer System EK: guided rapiers monorail type hooks SK: guided rapiers monorail type hooks FTS: free flying on a felt covered race Warp Beam Single or twin beams Diameter 800, 1000 or 1100 mm Upper beam: 800 or 1000 mm Weft Insertion Electronic weft selector: 4, 8 or 12 colors Weft cutter type ROTOCUT (in combination with transfer SK) * Programmable motorized weft cutter * Pick Density Standard: 4 84 picks/cm 1 20 and picks/cm on request * Automatic weft density variation programmable in dobby pattern Selvedge Motorized selvedge and leno device Lateral and central pneumatic tuckers * Selvedge thermo cut * Warp Stop Motion Electric or electronic warp stop motion with 6 or 8 rows Warp Let off Electronic controlled let off Fabric Take up Electronic controlled take-up Cloth roller diameter: Up to 500 mm External batching motion * Connectivity Ethernet interface Serial VDI interface: for bidirectional data transmission Parallel interface: for mono-directional data transmission Nominal Weaving Width in cm 170, 190, 210, 220, 230, 260, 280, 300, 320, 340, 360, 380 Shedding D Dobby C Cam motion Weft Colors 4, 8, 12 Beam Arrangement S08 Single Beam 800 S10 Single Beam 1000 S11 Single Beam 1100 D08 Twin Beam 800 D10 Twin Beam 1000 D11 Twin Beam 1100 S8S Top Beam 800 S1S Top Beam 1000 Dimensions (mm) Weaving width Machine width 1700 mm 4300 mm 1900 mm 4500 mm 2100 mm 4700 mm 2200 mm 4800 mm 2300 mm 4900 mm 2600 mm 5200 mm 2800 mm 5400 mm 3000 mm 5660 mm 3200 mm 5860 mm 3400 mm 6060 mm 3600 mm 6260 mm 3800 mm 6460 mm Overall Depth: with 800 mm warp beam 1824 mm ** with 1000 mm warp beam 2006 mm ** ** foot boards excluded Silver D 4 S08 * Other Options Reed LED lamp Fabric inspection lamp Stronger rapier cleaning suction unit Power outlet on electrical panel (220V, 16A) * On Request 7

8 ITEMA is a leading producer of weaving machines with operations in Italy, Switzerland and China. Our experienced team develops and manufactures state of the art weaving machinery. All our products are sold and serviced worldwide. Our brand names Sultex, Somet and Vamatex are well known to anybody in the textile industry. The EDOSnet web based ordering system manages your spare parts in an efficient way for all generations and types of ITEMA weaving machines. With EDOSnet you are online around the clock with ITEMA s modern and computerized spare parts distribution center in Switzerland. ITEMA S.p.A. Via Cav. Gianni Radici Colzate (BG), Italy Phone Telefax ITEMA (Switzerland) Ltd. Binzackerstrasse Wetzikon ZH, Switzerland Phone +41 (0) Telefax +41 (0) ITEMA Weaving Machinery (China) Co., Ltd. 598, Dong Xing Road Song Jiang Industrial Zone Shanghai , P. R. China Phone +86 (0) Telefax +86 (0) Spare Parts Logistical Centre ITEMA (Switzerland) Ltd. Allmendweg Zuchwil SO, Switzerland Phone +41 (0) Telefax +41 (0) edosnet@itemagroup.com Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Italy / Caa