Customer requirements are continuously rising while warps are becoming ever shorter.

VERSOMAT - the new warping machine from BENNINGER - brings a new dimension to the sectional warping of samples and short warps, whilst guaranteeing efficient production combined with the highest warp quality.

The VERSOMAT allows warps to be produced economically using the smallest quantities of yarn, at the same time as offering the ability to manufacture work in normal production lengths.

The newly developed machine with its reed headstock integrated into the machine superstructure allows production speeds never previously achieved, thanks to its innovative control system. The VERSOMAT has the following special technical features:

o Production of warp sections with a minimum width of 4 mm or (depending on yarn fineness) minimum 12 - 24 threads. With maximum end numbers of 480 -560 threads and a section width of up to 150 mm, the VERSOMAT can be fine-tuned for flexible production.

o The time for each thread separation at a lease or sizing split is 7 seconds per separation process.

o A maximum warping speed of 750 m/min allows production to be optimised to suit yarn properties.

o The perfect thread tension between creel and machine for the warping process ensured by the use of a proven section tension control and a controlled beaming tension system forms the basis for warp quality that meets the highest requirements.

o The VERSOMAT is available with a working width of 2.200 m for the traditional clothing sector and 3.600 mm for decorative fabrics and furniture coverings.

Highest warp quality:

With laser-aided feed determination and section tension control, the correct package build-up over the width of the warp and a constant thread tension over the warp length are ensured.

Optical monitoring of the thread separation at the warping reed during automatic insertion of the split cords (which are simply placed in the warping drum as part of the setting-up process) is extended in scope by the optical positional check of the separation slider. This ensures an even cylindrical package build-up and the correct placement of the split cords, both of which are essential for perfect warp quality.

Flexibility and high productivity

The new leasing device is not fixed to the floor but is part of the machine and is located in the machine superstructure. By separating the thread guidance from the leasing reeds this device provides the basis for optimised working when changing lots.

With a machine configuration based on VERSOMAT and creel with eg 480 bobbins the system can be operated in part-creel mode as a 2-creel warping machine with 240 threads each. In this way sectional warping from the first creel half is possible and at the same time the operator can prepare the second half.

The setting-up carriage carries the thread guidance elements, the leasing and warping reeds. This provides the basis for a new thread sequence, which can be prepared during the warping process and therefore reduces the downtime to a minimum. The Versomat allows the customer to produce with the smallest sectional warping widths (from 4 mm) and the very minimum number of bobbins in the creel. This reduced number of bobbins allows the creel to be set-up in the shortest possible time with its short pitch and section changing times and reduced yarn use, the VERSOMAT produces sample and short warps economically but without compromising on quality. At the same time it offers the flexibility to produce warps with a package diameter of up to 700 mm.

Practical experience with over 20 installed machines confirms a wide range of textile applications. The VERSOMAT is suitable for the preparation of silk yarns, multi- and monofilaments and staple fibre yarn from the finest cotton yarn to the coarsest woollen yarns.

The compact dimensions of the Versomat cannot fail to impress. Ergonomic operation is particularly enhanced by the excellent access to all input parameters necessary for use. The operating concept is simple, with a main operating data input console and function buttons for the warping and beaming components.

An innovative machine concept brings a new dimension to sectional warping of samples and short warps. The newly developed robot offers speeds much faster than those of present production. Sections down to a minimum of 4 mm can be warped and economic warp production achieved with greatly reduced bobbin numbers in the creel. The optimised yarn use and new part-creel mode offer shorter setting-up times compared with conventional warping machines.

The VERSOMAT has a range of application, which extends from the finest silk or cotton threads to the coarsest woollen yarn. The ergonomic design of the VERSOMAT warping machine ensures simplicity and speed of operation. In combination with process control this provides the basis for economic and high quality production of samples and short warps.