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New “Connect”

generation Airjet and

Rapier weaving machines

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Picanol has introduced its latest generation of airjet and TerryPlus-i Connect, while for the rapier weaving
and rapier weaving machines, which have been machines, this means: OptiMax-i Connect and
called the “Connect” generation. These new TerryMax-i Connect. These new machines are built
generation weaving machines focus on connectivity around Picanol’s four main design principles.
and an increased level of data availability. With this
new generation, Picanol is launching several new Smart Performance
functionalities such as a digitalized Gripper stroke On the OptiMax-i Connect, Picanol has introduced a
setting, Gripper tape monitoring, Climate control, lubrication monitoring sensor in combination with a
Shed angle measurement, and fully integrated Power temperature sensor. The combined data they provide
monitoring. allow the user to make sure the gripper tapes are in
optimal condition for maximum performance. As an
“Following the successful launch of our digital option, a gripper stroke measurement sensor is also
platform PicConnect earlier this month, we have now available. This not only dramatically simplifies the
released a new generation of weaving machines, setting of the gripper stroke, but also enables the
which are known as the Connect generation. Our user to realize higher machine speeds when weaving
Connect generation weaving machines can provide reduced widths – a pure extra output combined with
the correct data and are loaded with new and more user-friendliness: a double win!
never-before-seen functionalities. This is clear proof
that for Picanol “Driven by Data” is not just a slogan Sustainability Inside
but a commitment. Not only have these innovations Even though it was 25 years ago that the Sumo Drive
allowed us to make big improvements when it comes concept was launched, it remains the most powerful,
to our four design principles – Smart Performance, versatile and energy friendly machine drive available.
Sustainability Inside, Intuitive Control, and, of course, And it has been even further optimized. It features an
Driven by Data – but when combined with our new optimized sheet metal package for lower energy
digital platform they will allow you to amplify your own consumption, optimized oil cooling circuit for a better
intuition.” comments Johan Verstraete, Vice President performance and a built-in temperature monitoring.
Weaving Machines. Moreover, the Connect machines can be equipped
with a Power monitoring module, which allows the
From now on, the range of Picanol weaving user to keep track of the power consumption of each
machines will have the “Connect” suffix. For the airjet machine over time. Every Connect machine also has
weaving machines, this means: OmniPlus-i Connect a built-in ambient temperature and humidity sensor,

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