Solutions that set the pace for today’s textile mills Textile US OUR ACTIVITIES An international group serving all industrial sectors

We serve customers worldwide who aim division is a leading player around the world Customer proximity means to increase their industrial productivity in industrial automation, consistently deliver- we maintain a strong global without compromising quality, reliability or ing engineering as effective and reliable as our network worldwide. safety. service and support. Stäubli Textile manufac- tures a range of quality high-speed systems for As one of the leading manufacturers of quick the weaving industry and offers personalized connector systems, the Stäubli Group covers solutions to customers. A passion for quality connection needs for all types of fluids, gas- and innovation, inherited from long industrial es, electrical power and data. Our Robotics experience, is our fundamental driving force.

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TEXTILE Technology for the textile industry, focused on productivity

We have been developing and producing The weaving industry has relied on Stäubli Partnership: The key element high-quality systems for the weaving indus- as a trusted solutions provider for more than The Stäubli guarantee of high quality, reliabi- try since 1892. Our products and services a century. Our history in mechatronics gives lity and performance is built into every one of range from weaving preparation solutions, us a strong foundation. Our passion for inno- our products. But helping customers meet the shedding solutions for frame weaving, and vation allows us to bring leading-edge textile industry’s growing demand for high produc- Jacquard machines, to weaving systems for machinery to the market, and develop unique, tivity requires additional support.­ Partnering carpets and technical textiles, and automa- individual solutions. Most importantly, our with our customers worldwide to provide per- tion solutions for the knitting industry. Spare strong commitment for supporting ensures sonal service and support are key to ensuring parts and customer training complete the that our customers achieve higher producti- efficient production and minimal downtime. offer. vity and better results, no matter where they are located.

Textile 5 MASTERING THE CHALLENGES OF A MODERN MILL Orchestrate your entire weaving and knitting process Weaving Knitting

Preparation

Control

Drawing-in Tying Equipment

Shedding

Software Cam Motions Dobby Jacquard

Weaving System

Device

Carpet Technical Textiles Conception – Consultation Implementation Support

As a leading machine and system manufactu- Carpet weaving rer, Stäubli helps textile mills to select equip- With the ALPHA series double rapier carpet ment that best suits their needs, ensuring the weaving systems, Stäubli brings advanced production of high-quality textiles. Since the applications and productive solutions to any invention of dobbies redefined performance carpet mill. standards across the industry, Stäubli con- tinues to be consistently innovative and to Technical textile weaving raise the bar in terms of quality, reliability With its individually configurable TF weaving and efficiency. Staubli – the perfect partner system, Stäubli enables the development and for mastering the challenges that face the production of a wide range of technical fabrics ­modern textile mill. for applications in any industry.

Weaving preparation Knitting solutions Stäubli offers machines for multi-layer leasing, Stäubli offers a diversified product range for automatic drawing-in, and warp tying for opti- dynamic process optimization for circular mizing the weaving preparation and ensuring knitting machines. continuous production. Services Frame weaving Stäubli service begins from the very first con- With its precisely operating and durable tact, with optimal system consulting. The out- cam motions and dobbies, Stäubli provides standing service continues through machinery shedding solutions for any type of weaving installation to after-sales support. Advice on ­machine and ensures the manufacture of high ways to reduce costs or increase productivity quality fabrics. is always available and customers anywhere in the world can draw upon the experience Jacquard weaving and know-how of Stäubli experts at any time. The broad range of Jacquard machines inclu- des high-productivity solutions for all types of Take the conductor’s baton in your hand and flat, technical fabrics and terry. Precise shed- orchestrate your weaving mill with fully coor- ding and premium fabric qualities are stan- dinated Stäubli instruments. dard, at high production speeds.

Textile 7 WEAVING High speed and precision for quality fabrics

High degree of automation in weaving Application Weaving preparation product preparation allows mills to operate their machines at a high level of productivity Style changes Automatic drawing in machines - For efficient workflow resulting in high-quality woven fabric. Warps must be ready at the right time, in the right number and in the required quality in or- Warp changes Warp tying machines – Single or double knots; from finest to coarse yarns and tapes. der to ensure continuous production. Stäubli offers a broad range for automated weaving Process optimization Warp preparation equipment – equipment Preparing and handling the warp sheet for optimum automatic preparation, resulting in faster production drawing-in or tying. cycles. Solutions for all types of frame weaving applications Application Cam motions Rotary dobby Whether producing simple weaves or pat- terned fabrics, precise shed opening adjust- Projectile weaving machine - Up to 18 frames ment is required in order to achieve efficient production. Rapier weaving machine Up to 10 frames Up to 24 frames Double rapier weaving machine - Up to 56 frames

Stäubli offers cam motion and dobbies fea- Water-jet weaving machine Up to 10 frames Up to 16 frames turing robustness, precision and ­versatility.

They can be adapted to the production of all Air-jet weaving machine Up to 10 frames Up to 20 frames fabric types including heavy fabrics and up to Weaving machine for heavy 56 frames, and are suitable for all models of Up to 10 frames Up to 56 frames technical fabrics weaving machines and weft insertion systems.

Stäubli Jacquard machines – The synonym­ for perfect operation at the highest produc- tion speeds Thousands of Stäubli Jacquard machines are in daily operation in mills around the world. These machines are appreciated by weavers for their robust design with very long service Application Jacquard machine type Stäubli harnesses life, balanced kinematics allowing extremely Name selvedges Up to 192 hooks high speeds, and easy-to-integrate housing. Ribbon Up to 896 hooks Stäubli harnesses are Label the perfect link between Stäubli Jacquard machines are available in Label the Jacquard machine a wide range of formats, from 64 to 25,600 and the warp threads of Flat fabric hooks and can be combined to achieve ins- Up to 25,600 hooks the weaving machine. Terry towel tallations with up to 51,200 hooks. Furthermore, our custom Technical fabric configured harnesses Technical fabric can be used to weave This important extremely broad range of for- Up to 8,448 hooks nearly all types fabrics. Carpet mats allows weaving mills to produce a very Velvet fabric Up to 14,336 hooks wide range of applications.

Textile 9 WEAVING Flexibility for creative carpets or technical textiles

Carpet weaving systems ALPHA 500 series weaving systems feature many state-of-the-art technologies, allowing mills to react easily to rapidly changing mar- ket demands. Whether for traditional rugs that look handmade or robust wall-to-wall carpe- ting for the contract sector, ALPHA 500 series systems give weaving mills the utmost flexibi- lity to create a broad range of carpet qualities.

ALPHA 500 Series applications

■■ Face-to-face, cut and loop ■■ High pile, shaggy, artificial grass

■■ Cut pile and flat fabrics ■■ Special effects

■■ Patterning on the ground ■■ Additional patterning on the carpet back

■■ Loop pile ■■ Printable carpets

Weaving systems for technical fabrics The mill specifies the textile characteristics – Stäubli supplies the individually configured weaving system. Together with the mill, we precisely define the fabric qualities, yarn ma- terials, and the required weave.

The Stäubli TF series weaving system allows combining a wide variety of yarn materials into a fabric as well as the production of multi-layer fabrics with variable thickness or new types of spacer fabrics. Weavers enjoy TF weaving systems applications virtually unlimited design freedom to produ- ■■ Reinforcing fabrics for lightweight applications ce innovative fabrics with nearly any required ■■ Heavy industrial fabrics characteristics. KNITTING Automation solutions for the hosiery production

For cost-efficient production, every modern Automatic toe linking device knitting mill needs a high level of automation. A revolutionary device for toe linking immedi- The requirements for customisation of auto- ately after the knitting process while the sock mation solutions increase with the complexity is still on the circular knitting machine . of the products to be manufactured. Thus, the process optimisation to be implemented must Production monitoring and graphic pro- meet high standards of scalability, flexibility, gramming systems and quality. Stäubli knitting solutions offer Comprehensive, innovative software pa- customised answers solutions for every knit- ckages for programming knitting patterns and ting mill. offer customised answers solutions for process monitoring and data recording du- for every knitting mill. ring knitting.

Electronic control system Controls and monitors all functions and processes in sock and hosiery knitting ­machines.

Textile 11 TEXTILE Systems and solutions for the most ­demanding applications Fashion and socks Home interiors Carpeting Technical fabrics, airbags

Fashion Automotive The extensive range of Stäubli’s machines Certain auto body parts as well as the inte- and automation solutions for the textile in- riors of practically all motor vehicles – from dustry supports the production of early every floor mats to seat covers to headliner pa­nels type of woven fashion application, including – ­feature textile applications. Increased atten- elegant designer suits, plain or fancy shirting, tion to safety has led to the introduction of denim trousers, and outdoor sportswear. airbags mounted in the sides of seats and in Stäubli even offers accessories for lingerie the headliner above the doors. Stäubli offers and seamless socks that offer a delicate wea- weaving solutions that make it possible to ring experience. meet such complex requirements.

Home textiles Protection / Manufacturing industry Using Stäubli systems and automation so- Stäubli machinery is used in the production lutions, weavers can create fabrics for cosy of personal protective equipment as well as and trendy interiors: from quality mattresses, belts for hoisting heavy payloads, parachu- bed linen and fluffy terry towels that enhance te straps, seatbelts, slings and harnesses for well-being to modern curtains, tablecloths free climbers; and conveyor belts for trans- and upholstery for an elegant lifestyles. porting goods.

Flooring Innovative technical textiles With its Schönherr carpet systems, Stäubli Stäubli machinery for specific textiles allows provides weaving systems for the creation of combining a wide variety of yarn materials into loop or pile wall-to-wall carpeting for high- a fabric and producing multi-layer fabrics with wear areas such as hotels or offices, and variable thickness or new types of spacer fa- also for transportation applications (trains brics. This allows product designers in many and airplanes) or rugs of any size up to 5.3 sectors – such as building, energy, medical, m in width. agricultural, geotechnical or automotive – to create new, applications integrating textiles.

Textile 13 CUSTOMER SUCCESS STORY 8,400 hours per year at top speed

Who is GETZNER? What requirements must weaving machines We are an Austrian family-run business since for African damask fulfil? 1818. We are one of the world’s largest wea- We have been using Stäubli Jacquard ma- vers of fancy fabrics and we are the clear lea- chines and dobbies to weave these sophis- der in the field of African damask – thanks in ticated textiles since 1996. These modern part to Stäubli Jacquard machines. weaving machines must deliver the high- est speeds and handle constant maximum What is special about your African damask? loads – while offering low energy consumpti- It makes up the largest portion of our pro- on. Additional key advantages are ­reliability, duction. The very high quality of workman- easy access, and minimum maintenance ship and the innovative designs make these ­requirements. fabrics unique. The requirements for appea- rance and lustre are significant, along with Werner Egger, Plant Manager, good dyeing properties, which are also very Getzner Textil AG important. Turkish delight

Leading global carpet producer, Kartal, re- duct quality & value, customer orientation and the R&D, sales, service and ­administration lies on ALPHA carpet weaving systems to employee ­development. departments. Working continually with the expand production. Staubli teams, the weavers, technicians­ and Kartal Halı is the one of the three largest car- Kartal installed their first Schönherr 5-­metre managers at Kartal know they can fully rely on pet producers in Turkey. With over 1,200 em- ALPHA series carpet-weaving system at the know-how and services of Stäubli. ployees and a 100,000 m2 factory in Gazian- their factory in Gaziantep in June 2016. tep, the company produces around 16 million Thanks to the efficient installation and inten- square meters of rugs and carpets every year. sive training, the system has proven efficient They are also among the leading carpet sup- in everyday use. Kartal managers say that pliers worldwide, selling their Turkish carpets “the machine is 10% more productive than in over 62 countries, mainly under the brand the competitor’s machine”. That’s a key re- name Sanat Halı. ason why Kartal have ordered several more machines. Established just over 30 years ago, the com- pany rapidly moved to the forefront, which Kartal‘s strategic investment shows their can be attributed to doing the key things right. confidence in Schönherr weaving technology Sadık Salman Sayın, Carpet Factory Manager The management is firmly committed to pro- and in the teams of Stäubli ­Turkey, including Abdullah Kızılyer, Weaving Chief, Kartal Halı

Capability and agility for premium fabric processing

A warming story about long-term partner- ­changes to produce a diversified range of as long as winters are cold and people want ship with Fraas weaves during non-peak months. to bundle up in beautiful scarves. V. Fraas GmbH is a family-owned global fabric producer founded in 1880. Its main business To achieve both high productivity and agili- is scarfs and accessories, and its 600 em- ty, Fraas has been counting on Stäubli shed ployees around the world produce some 12 motions such as electronic rotary dobbies million scarves a year, including the premium and Jacquard machines since the 1980s, and brand Cashmink the company recently decided to invest in a new SAFIR S60 automatic drawing-in machi- The main challenge in the scarf industry is that ne. With its unique yarn separation system, it is a seasonal business. To ensure profitable this machine supports perfect preparation operation, Fraas needs reliable, precise, high- of the warp and quality of the final product. speed machinery for continuous weaving of Because Stäubli also provides reliable and very high volumes during the peak months prompt service and always continues to lis- – and these machines must also offer the tens to customers about their needs and re- Alexander Schmidt, Board Member, the 5th flexibility and easy handling for quick style quirements, this success story will continue generation of the founder Valentin Fraas

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