Modern joining of technical textiles
Segment Brochures "Welding"
On the continuously growing market of innovative textiles joining methods are constantly being scrutinized. For quite some time needle and thread have been losing their claim to exclusivity in this field. During the sewing process the needle penetrates the textile fabric and pulls a thread behind it.
In “regular” textiles this does not leave behind any major damage. In technical textiles it could, however, destroy the surface and thus compromise the textile properties. Welding machines on the other hand join thermoplastic materials using hot air, contact heat (hot wedge), ultrasound or high frequency without affecting material properties. Moreover, welding offers additional advantages e. g. high impermeability (watertight, gastight, airtight), no disruptive resp. bulky seam, no use of consumables such as needle, thread or glue.
Without a doubt, PFAFF INDUSTRIAL has for decades been the leader in innovation and technology for the welding techniques hot wedge, hot air and ultrasound. Among others, PFAFF INDUSTRIAL launched milestones like the first ultrasound machine featuring a rolling sonotrode, the first programmable welding machine or the first welding machine featuring edge trimming. The spectrum ranges from standard machines to fully automatic customized systems, some of which are manufactured at PFAFF INDUSTRIAL’s KSL-site in Lorsch. Since 2013 Dürkopp Adler and PFAFF INDUSTRIAL (featuring the KSL-brand) have been united under the umbrella of Shanggong (Europe) Holding and can rely on a sales network that is unparalleled in the world.
This segment brochure outlines all current welding solutions within the group. Of course, we would be happy to plan and realize your very own solution together with you. We are looking forward to your feedback.