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Cover Story Less twist, more Cover Story

cuddle feeling

New zero-twist towel from KARL MAYER

pushes the range for the premium segment

In June 2021, KARL MAYER launched its TM 4-TS EL the new development from KARL MAYER.
terry knitting machine with the new working width of
210” and in a gauge of E 28 in China, and shortly Soft, voluminous and durable - premium quality terry Processing without restrictions COTTON 21/40 and ISO COTTON 84/40 versions.
afterwards the textile experts at the Chinese towels There are many types of home textiles, and The larger machine produces warp beams with
Zero Twist Towel subsidiary developed a first new product on the The new article is based on the proven double face depending on the end use of the products, different dimensions that are also common in weaving.
newcomer. The work involved processing Solucell, a design for terry fabrics. The basic design here processes have to be combined in their manufacture.
twisted cotton yarn with low twist and environmental consists of a pillar stitch-weft lapping combination When it comes to the production of terry fabrics, the In addition, warp beams from warp preparation
benefits over conventional counterparts, into a snug implemented by the GB 2 and GB 3 ground guide TM 4-TS EL is an efficient and universal machine. The systems for weaving can also be used on the TM
zero-twist towel article. The innovative product is bars, which provides stability in the longitudinal and all-rounder processes spun yarn in gauges ranging 4-TS EL. KARL MAYER offers the appropriate warp
softer and more compact than previous terry fabrics, transverse directions. GB 1 and GB 4 are responsible from Ne 60 to Ne 12, and is suitable for the beam support and suitable technology for this
perfectly meeting the current market demand for for the terry loops on both sides. In combination with production of towels, bathrobes and other bathroom purpose: a modification kit for existing WARPDIRECT
high-quality offerings. the yarn selection, the loops form a uniformly articles. Equipped with four guide bars and electronic
voluminous, soft surface. GB 2 processes polyester. guide bar control, the TM 4-TS EL meets the most and BENDIRECT models. The modification option
Quality comes before price GB 1, GB 3 and GB 4 were threaded with a diverse market requirements. The machine also should be of particular interest to manufacturers of
For a long time, quality of life in China was associated combination of cotton and Solucell. The cotton impresses with its ease of operation, reliability and woven terry fabrics. Unlike weaving, no sizing and
with the purchase of high-priced, latest models of cell content of the finished product is just under 94%. The excellent price/performance ratio. During production desizing is required for warp knitting. This saves
phones, cameras, computers and the like, but now use of Solucell results in terry loops of pure cotton, of the new zero-twist towel, the intended maximum chemicals, water and energy. Moreover, warp knitting
people are rediscovering their love of details, such as with low twist and linear density. The yarn material is speed of 800 min-1 was achieved without any machines are more productive than their
cozy home textiles. Towels in particular are in daily fluffier than the previously used highly twisted cotton problems. technological counterparts, air-jet looms.
use and closely associated with a pleasant everyday yarns and enables an extremely soft, even surface as
life. On the domestic market, absorbent bathroom a quality predicate. To extend operating time without changing beams, Further work already planned
products were traded for years as low-price items. In the warp beam support can be modified to KARL MAYER's textile product developers have
the recent past, however, purchasing behavior The machine gauge used has further positive effects accommodate beams with larger flange diameters. gained extensive experience in the field of terry
changed. Consumers purchase new towels more on the quality. Due to a configuration in E 28, the TM For GB 1 to GB 3, 40” warp beams are possible. GB knitted fabrics, particularly with regard to the perfect
often and pay more attention to their quality. In 4-TS EL produces fabrics with a high loop density, 4 can be equipped with the yarn material of warp match between the gauge and the yarns used, and in
addition, the demands placed on the product are which ensures a full, compact handle. The terry loops beams with 50” flange diameter. terms of the design of the knitted structure. In their
increasing. It's no longer just the basic functions - are also firmly interlaced into the fabric ground. This work, they focus on the appearance as well as on the
cleaning and drying - that are in demand, but a soft, allows the towels to be used for a long time without Flexible warp preparation performance and practicability of the towel. In a next
full handle, a variety of colors and different styles. The any loss of quality. A sample of the new zero-twist For the production of warp beams, KARL MAYER has step, the textile experts want to process functional
trend shift away from price orientation towards quality towel can be found in the Pattern section of this issue the right direct warping machine on offer in the form antibacterial yarns on the terry knitting machine, thus,
and brand competition is being given new impetus by of „Kettenwirk-Praxis“. of the ISO COTTON. The model is available in ISO promoting the hygiene aspect.

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