Apparatus for logistical operations with textile machinery
US4573856A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 1983 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S414/124
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An overhead apparatus is provided for conveying elements to and from each weaving machine of rows of weaving machines. The apparatus includes a movable rack which is adjustable width-wise and which carries depending actuators with gripping elements at the lower ends for engaging warp beams and cloth beams. A transverse beam is also provided with depending actuators which carry clamping jaws for engaging the heddles for raising and lowering of the heddles. Additional actuators may also be provided to carry nozzles for pneumatic cleaning or lubrication of the weaving machines.
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