Are your tube knitted fabrics suffering from unpredictable shrinkage, dimensional instability, or a less-than-ideal hand-feel? Unlock the full potential of your textiles with our state-of-the-art Heat Setting Machine, specifically engineered for tube knitted fabrics. This robust and precise system ensures unparalleled dimensional stability, superior softness, and enhanced performance for a wide range of tubular knit materials.
Why Heat Setting is Crucial for Tube Knits
Tube knitted fabrics, common in garments like T-shirts, hosiery, and athletic wear, often present challenges such as:
Curling at edges
Uneven shrinkage after washing
Poor shape retention
Inconsistent fabric width
Pilling tendencies
Our Heat Setting Machine addresses these issues head-on, permanently stabilizing the fabric structure, relaxing internal stresses, and preventing future distortion.
Key Features & Technology
Our Heat Setting Machine integrates cutting-edge technology to deliver precise and consistent results:
Precision PID Temperature Control: Advanced proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers maintain an accurate and stable temperature profile throughout the heating chamber, ensuring uniform treatment.
Uniform Heat Distribution: Specially designed heating elements and air circulation systems guarantee even heat penetration across the entire fabric width and length, preventing hot spots or under-treated areas.
Automatic Fabric Feeding & Guiding System: Features a sensitive tension control system and precision guiders to ensure smooth, wrinkle-free fabric entry and exit, preventing distortion during processing.
Adjustable Fabric Width & Tension: Electronically controlled width adjustment allows for processing a diverse range of tubular fabric diameters, while adjustable tension ensures the fabric is treated under optimal conditions.
High-Efficiency Heating Elements: Designed for rapid heat-up and energy efficiency, significantly reducing operational costs while maintaining high productivity.
Intuitive HMI Touchscreen Control: User-friendly interface allows for easy programming of temperature, speed, and other parameters, with recipe storage for repeatable production.
Integrated Cooling Zone: An essential component that rapidly cools the fabric after heat setting, locking in the new stable dimensions and improving fabric hand.
Robust & Durable Construction: Manufactured with high-grade stainless steel and industrial-grade components for long-lasting performance in demanding textile environments.
Comprehensive Safety Features: Equipped with emergency stop buttons, overheat protection, and interlocked guards to ensure operator safety.
Transformative Benefits for Your Production
Investing in our Heat Setting Machine brings a multitude of advantages to your textile manufacturing process:
Exceptional Dimensional Stability: Drastically reduces shrinkage rates and prevents fabric distortion, leading to consistent garment sizing and improved product quality.
Superior Hand-Feel & Drape: Imparts a softer, smoother feel to the fabric, enhancing comfort and aesthetic appeal.
Eliminate Edge Curling: Permanently sets the fabric, preventing frustrating edge curling during cutting and sewing operations.
Improved Dyeing & Finishing Outcomes: Fabrics treated are less prone to barre marks and take up dyes more uniformly, resulting in vibrant and consistent colors.
Enhanced Fabric Performance: Increases resistance to pilling and abrasion, extending the lifespan and wearability of finished products.
Increased Production Efficiency: High-speed operation combined with automated controls minimizes manual intervention and maximizes throughput.
Reduced Rework & Waste: Consistent quality from the start minimizes rejects and the need for costly reprocessing.
Versatility: Capable of handling a wide array of tubular knitted fabrics, from delicate synthetics to heavy cottons and elastane blends.
Ideal Applications
Our Heat Setting Machine is an indispensable asset for manufacturers producing:
Garments: T-shirts, polo shirts, underwear, sportswear, activewear, baby clothes.
Hosiery: Socks, tights.
Technical Textiles: Any application requiring precise dimensional control of tubular knitted structures.
Suitable for a wide range of fibers including:
Cotton and Cotton Blends
Polyester and Polyester Blends
Nylon and Nylon Blends
Viscose / Rayon
Elastane / Spandex (Lycra®) rich fabrics
Wool Blends
Technical Specifications (Example Configuration)
Parameter
Value / Range
Operating Temperature
120°C – 220°C (Adjustable)
Working Speed
5 – 50 meters/minute (Variable)
Fabric Width Range
200 mm – 1200 mm (Customizable)
Heating Method
Advanced Electric Heating System
Control System
PLC with HMI Touchscreen
Installed Power
30 kW – 60 kW (Varies by size)
Power Supply
3-Phase, 380V/415V/480V, 50/60Hz
Cooling Method
Forced Air Cooling
Machine Dimensions
Customizable based on capacity
Why Choose Our Heat Setting Machine?
We are committed to providing innovative and reliable textile machinery. Our Heat Setting Machine for Tube Knitted Fabrics is backed by:
Years of Industry Expertise: Designed by engineers with deep understanding of textile processing.
Exceptional Build Quality: Manufactured to the highest standards for durability and longevity.
Comprehensive After-Sales Support: Dedicated technical assistance, spare parts, and service to keep your operations running smoothly.
Customization Options: We can tailor machine specifications to meet your specific production requirements.
Ready to revolutionize your tubular fabric production and deliver products of unmatched quality?
Contact us today for a personalized consultation or to request a detailed quote! Let us help you achieve superior fabric performance and maximize your operational efficiency.
