Roving frames

Roving frame F 15 / F 35
The solution for your spinning preparation

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

RIETER SPUN YARN SYSTEMS

SUMMARY

Systems for your success

Ideal spinning preparation

RIETER YOUR SYSTEMS SUPPLIER

OPTIMUM PREPARATION FOR QUALITY YARNS

Integrated installations from Rieter oer more than just spinning machinery from ber to yarn. Perfect coordination of the machines throughout the process chain ensures economical manufacturing of the required yarn quality. In addition to machine expertise, Rieter oers its customers support from the original business idea right through to the achievement of market success through yarn innovations.
RIETER YOUR PARTNER FOR THE FUTURE

High yarn quality presupposes good preparation. The roving plays a crucial role in this context. The F 15 and F 35 roving frames fulll this requirement with consistently high-quality rovings.
YOUR BENEFITS WITH THE F 15 AND F 35

With Rieter as your partner you benet from the following supplementary services: complete mill planning, spinning schedule computation and cost calculation automation options tailored exactly to customers needs process optimization and technical recommendations derived from broad-based technological expertise covering all spinning process stages right through to downstream processing worldwide service network and intensive customer training on-site or at the Rieter Training Center spare parts deliveries, a wide range of innovative and technically superb solutions in the sphere of conversions SPIDERweb data collection system for online monitoring of the entire spinning mill You can have condence in solutions from Rieter!

up to 160 spindle positions low space requirements with a spindle gauge of 110 mm bobbin format 616 and 716 energy saving package for reduced energy consumption touchscreen with 10 control panel direct input of important working parameters at the control panel electronic monitoring and control of roving tension throughout package buildup (ROJ) monitoring of roving ends down with photocell or optionally with optical sensors at each spinning position (ROJ) separate servomotors for yers and spindles pneumatically loaded guide arms for constant pressure and maximum roving uniformity throughout the machine geared roller drive on the feed creel for slip-free sliver takeo without drafting errors reduced maintenance due to electronic solutions for all important machine functions
ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES OF THE F 35

roving frame with automatic doer very short dong time (less than 2 minutes) due to improved doer concept ready access to and operation of the spinning positions due to the open doer design optimum combination with Rieter SERVOtrail automated roving bobbin transport to and from the ring spinning machine

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

PRODUCTIVITY, ECONOMY

Ecient operation

THE LONGEST ROVING FRAME FOR MAXIMUM PRODUCTIVITY

The productivity of the machine increases with the number of spindles. The F 15 and F 35 roving frames are designed for up to 160 spinning positions at a spindle gauge of 110 mm.
DRIVE SYSTEM FOR HIGH OUTPUT AND REDUCED MAINTENANCE
4

The proven multi-motor drive system has been optimized further. The dierential gear has been eliminated. Spindles and yers are driven directly by individual servomotors. The control system ensures synchronized running throughout package buildup. The main features are reduced maintenance, lower energy consumption and speeds of up to 1 500 rpm (mechanical). The drives are controlled by frequency converters and thus especially gentle in their treatment of the material. Controlled machine stop is assured in the event of power failure.
IMPROVED RUNNING BEHAVIOR WITH INDIVIDUAL ROVING MONITOR

Servomotors: 1 Flyer 2 Spindle 3 Bobbin rail 4 Drafting system

Optimized drive concept for greater eciency and exibility

It is advisable to equip the roving frame with the ROJ individual roving monitor (optional), especially in the case of manmade bers, blends, dark-colored raw material and long machines. Its main features are: no incorrect stoppages due to ber y individual, automatic control and logging of roving ends down prevention of lap formation statistical analysis for systematic improvement of running behavior This results in a considerable increase in roving frame eciency.

Individual roving monitor for maximum eciency

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

ECONOMY

Energy saving package

SIGNIFICANT ENERGY SAVINGS

TECHNICAL APPROACH

The energy saving package reduces energy consumption on the roving frame by at least 3 kWh, thus reducing manufacturing costs per kg of yarn produced.
FURTHER ADVANTAGES

The energy saving package oers further advantages. The installation of the roving frame itself is simplied. Installation costs are lower, since no holes have to be made in the oor and the number of parts to be installed is reduced. Operation of the roving frame during production is also simplied. Filter cleaning is eliminated and accessibility of the drafting system is visibly improved.

The technical approach of the energy saving package is based on a basic machine without an extraction system. The traveling cleaner and the ROJ individual roving monitor in combination with the cleaning device and the xed strippers for the bottom rollers ensure trouble-free running and adequate cleanliness in the drafting zone. The smooth surface under the drafting system helps to maintain cleanliness. Installed power is reduced by 4 kWh, since the extraction motor is dispensed with.

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

PRODUCTIVITY, ECONOMY

Specifying the roving end

F 15 Dong with dong aid

F 15 MANUAL DOFFING WITH DOFFING AID

SPECIFYING THE ROVING END

Manual dong is facilitated by a dong aid. For this purpose the bobbin rail with the full roving bobbins is lowered and tilted. This enables the bobbins be removed easily.

The F 15 roving frame is supplied with the roving end in the middle of the roving bobbin function as standard equipment. On request, the roving end can also be specied as top bunch. Top bunch is ideal for combining the manual roving frame with automated roving bobbin transport systems. In this case the roving bobbins are transferred manually to the transport system, thus handling the material especially gently. The end of the roving is xed in position by the top bunch and cannot detach itself spontaneously.

Manual dong with tilted bobbin rail for easy bobbin removal

F 15 roving frame with manual doer

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

PRODUCTIVITY, ECONOMY

F 35 Shortest dong time

DOFFING TIME OF LESS THAN 2 MINUTES WITH THE FULLY AUTOMATED F 35 ROVING FRAME

Development of the fully automated F 35 roving frame has resulted in a signicant reduction in dong time. Separate actuation of bobbin rail and doer rail is the basis for the shortest dong time compared with other products. Both processes are controlled by frequency converters and can therefore be performed synchronously and independently of each other. While the bobbin rail with the full bobbins is lowered and placed on the slide, the doer rail leaves its idle position and is lowered slowly. The slide with the bobbin rail moves forward out of the machine.

The ability to control the sequences of motion separately enables the dong process to be shortened considerably and dong times of less than 2 minutes are realistic. Dong time is independent of machine length, i.e. minimum dong times are also applicable to long machines. The operation of the doer is also assured during maintenance and other transport system downtimes. The doer rail with the full bobbins can be lowered to a convenient working height so that the bobbins can be removed manually.

Fig. 1 Bobbin rail moves out, doer rail with empty tubes is lowered Fig. 2 Removal of full bobbins. Doer rail with bobbins and tubes is raised; shifting, lowering and creeling of the empty tubes

Fig. 3 Doer rail with full bobbins rises into the idle position Fig. 4 Bobbin rail moves into the working position, machine starts, bobbins are transferred to the transport system

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

Identical delivery angle for all spinning positions

Gentle, reliable sliver guidance

QUALITY

Proven roving quality

GENTLE INFEED SLIVER GUIDANCE

The slivers are drawn out of the cans by hexagonal rollers with geared drives and fed to the drafting systems. This prevents drafting errors, splitting or damage, and increased hairiness of the sliver.
HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS

The pneumatically loaded drafting system is an important technological component. Constant pressure, monitored by a sensor, ensures maximum roving uniformity along the entire length of the machine. Pressure is centrally adjustable and innitely variable. Automatic relief of loading on the guide arms is also centralized. This prevents permanent deformation of the top rollers.
UNIFORMITY THROUGH ROVING TENSION CONTROL

Roving tension is monitored and controlled without contact. The proven ROJ system is used for this purpose. Roving tension is controlled and kept constant throughout bobbin buildup by means of two sensors and a microprocessor. This ensures high yarn uniformity and prevents prevents false drafting.
Non-contact monitoring and control of roving tension for superior quality throughout bobbin buildup

48 mm

58 mm

74 mm

Dierent cradle lengths depending on raw material and staple length

Drafting system with 3-over-3 cylinders

Drafting system with 4-over-4 cylinders

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

FLEXIBILITY

Graphic operator interface

Specication tailored to customers requirements

ONE SYSTEM 4 MODELS

With the launch of the new generation of roving frames the range has been expanded to 4 models: the F 15 model with manual doer and the F 35 with fully automated doer. Both models are available with gauges of 110 mm and 130 mm. With a gauge of 110 mm the maximum number of spindles is 160. With a gauge of 130 mm the maximum number of spinning positions is 144. A machine with 160 spindles at 110 mm gauge is shorter than a machine with 144 spindles and 130 mm gauge. This opens up interesting possibilities with regard to layout and exibility.
SIMPLE, SELF-EXPLANATORY OPERATOR INTERFACE

the production process. The control system enables 10 dierent settings to be stored and available at any time. This is very ecient, especially when batch changes are frequent, makes a major contribution to quality consistency and considerably simplies the operators work. The cause of machine stoppages is displayed graphically on the screen. In the event of error messages the graphic display assists in locating and eliminating the fault.
PANEL IN THE ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR CABINET

All machines are equipped with touchscreen control. All important working parameters are entered directly at the control panel. Graphic displays facilitate operation at input and during

The control panel is now located in the electrical switchgear cabinet. The climatic conditions are favorable here, exerting a positive inuence on the panels service life.

10

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

AUTOMATION

Open, maintenance-free rail system

Roving bobbin transport system

RIETER ADVANTAGES OF A SYSTEMS SUPPLIER

ADVANTAGES WITH BOBBIN TRANSPORT

As a systems supplier, Rieter plans and supplies the ideal bobbin transport system between roving frame and ring spinning machine for dierent levels of automation. Rieter supplies economical systems ranging from simple manual transport to fully automated solutions. Integrated roving bobbin cleaning stations complement the product oering.
SERVOtrail FLEXIBLE ROVING BOBBIN TRANSPORT SYSTEM

Transporting individual roving bobbins manually from the roving frame to the ring spinning machine is labor-intensive and often results in damage to the roving. The answer to this problem is Rieter SERVOtrail the exible roving bobbin transport system.

SERVOtrail ensures a high degree of exibility, a substantial increase in quality and productivity, and reduced labor costs. SERVOtrail systems are individually tailored solutions ranging from simple handline systems to ingenious multi-train systems. The exible system enables linked solutions to be provided for dierent heights and several oor levels. Various models are oered for integrated cleaning of roving bobbins ranging from simple unwinding of the remaining roving to an integrated opening unit for roving residues. The result well organized, space-saving production processes and ready access to the machines.

Customized solutions for dierent heights and oor levels

Flexible roving bobbin transport system for ecient production processes and ready access to the machines

Rieter . Roving frame F 15 / F 35

11

HIGHER QUALITY AND LOWER COSTS

LOWER COSTS WITH SERVOtrail

Roving bobbins are a delicate intermediate product. The outermost layer of roving is completely unprotected and is thus exposed to considerable risk of damage. Furthermore, all defects in the roving are transferred to the yarn and are often also visible in the end product. Ensuring roving quality as such, as well as the calculable labor cost savings, are good reasons for investing in automated transport systems.
HIGHER QUALITY

space saving quality assurance and enhancement labor savings of up to 25% compared to manual bobbin transport by: reducing physical eort reducing the distances covered by operating personnel improved access to the machines improved industrial health and ergonomics Refer to the separate leaet for detailed information on Rieter SERVOtrail, the exible, modular roving bobbin transport system.

Manual or automated roving bobbin transport systems enhance roving quality by: eliminating manual bobbin handling, i.e. touching the roving eliminating intermediate storage, which can result in damage, soiling and aging of the roving eliminating the likelihood of confusion between dierent roving bobbins ensuring the application of the rst-in, rst-out principle

100 80
Personnel input [%]

60 40 20 0
Manual roving bobbin transport SERVOtrail automated roving bobbin transport

Signicant labor savings with the automated F 35 roving frame and the SERVOtrail automated roving bobbin transport system. Example: spinning mill project for 400 kg/h, Ne 20

Non-contact material transport and doubled utilization of space

Rieter Machine Works Ltd. Klosterstrasse 20 CH-8406 Winterthur T +41 52 208 71 71 F +41 52 208 83 20 sales.sys@rieter.com

Rieter Ingolstadt GmbH Friedrich-Ebert-Strasse 84 DE-85055 Ingolstadt T +49 841 95 36 01 F +49 841 95 36 895

Rieter CZ s.r.o. s. armdy 1181 CZ-56215 st nad Orlic T +420 465 557 232 F +420 465 557 226

The data and illustrations in this brochure and on the corresponding data carrier refer to the date of printing. Rieter reserves the right to make any necessary changes at any time and without special notice. Rieter systems and Rieter innovations are protected by patents in most industrialized countries. 1904en-v2 0-0906-42 Printed in CZ

www.rieter.com