TF weaving systems – High performance and precision for technical textiles

The new Stäubli TF weaving system series for technical textiles features modular design and allows individual configuration that meets any required specifications. Thanks to the combination of advanced technologies like servo-controlled shedding and parallel reed movements, weavers enjoy unlimited design freedom to produce innovative fabrics with any required characteristics.

Advantages

Free selection of system components in terms of warp thread supply, shed formation, weft insertion and fabric take-off
Absolute freedom in design
Gentle yarn treatment
Reliable and durable Stäubli system components
Service and support by highly-qualified specialists worldwide

MAIN CHARACTERISTICS

Modular weaving system concept
Application-based shed set up options
Wide yarn count range for weft an warp
Vertical beat-up motion for high fabric thickness

Application examples

High performance and high temperature fabrics for composites

Autonomous Jacquard drive
Single-end control
Free move rapier
Warp and weft system adapted for abrasive roving yarn material (e.g. carbon, aramid, glass-fibre)
Carbon dust proof encapsulated electronics

Heavy industrial fabrics

Positive controlled shed opening
High warp and beat-up tensions
Equal force distribution over full weaving width
Great flexibility in yarn material choice and material combinations
Precise take-up control
High weaving width

system set up examples

MODULE	FOR COMPOSITE FABRICS	FOR HEAVY INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
Warp thread supply	Bobbin creel and or warp beam	Warp beam
Shed formation	Jacquard and/or dobby	Dobby (alternatively with Jacquard machine)
Weft Selector	Up to 12 colors with Multi Weft Selector
Weft insertion	Single or double rigid rapier
Weaving width	Up to 1.8 m or on demand	Up to 5.3 m
Take-up	Linear	Roller
Control	Pic-à-pic control for main fabric parameters