Methods and devices for controlling the tension of yarn in a tufting machine
US8256364B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 29, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD05C15/18
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tufting machine for forming tufted carpet having means for inserting loops of at least two different yarns into a backing material moving through the tufting machine and means for controlling the deviation of the ratio of different yarns projecting from a top surface of the backing material. It is contemplated that the tufting machine can be used to maintain the color of the tufted carpet at a desired color during the operation of the tufting machine.
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