Weaving machine with an insertion system for a plurality of generally different weft threads
AssigneeSulzer Textil AG
InventorsKarl Meier, Dietmar Markward
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Abstract
The weaving machine contains an insertion system for a plurality of generally different weft threads, which comprises for each weft thread a thread supply (2), a thread store (3) and a color selector (4) for the selective serving of the weft threads as well as a rapier (10) for inserting the served weft thread. At least one common thread brake (7) is provided for all weft threads (1) in order to brake the respective served weft thread (1) during the insertion as required. In addition to the simple mechanical construction, the simple handling and controlling are seen as advantageous.
Claims10
A weaving machine comprising an insertion system for a plurality of different weft threads, the insertion system comprising, for each weft thread, a thread supply, a thread store and a color selector for selective serving of the weft threads, the weaving machine further comprising a rapier for inserting a served weft thread, a first common thread brake for all weft threads in order to brake a respective served weft thread during insertion, and a second thread brake in order to achieve an increased braking action.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.