System and method for pre-tensioning backing material

Details System and method for pre-tensioning backing material System and method for pre-tensioning backing material

2007-05-15

2007-05-15

Worrell, Danny (Department: 3765)

Sewing

Method of sewing

Stitch forming

Reexamination Certificate

active

11231195

ABSTRACT:
A tufting machine control system for controlling the tension applied to a backing material as it enters the tufting zone of the tufting machine, including a pair of driven backing feed rolls for feeding the backing material. The drive motors for the backing feed rolls are monitored by the control system and are adjusted to control the amount of tension applied to the backing material as it enters the tufting zone of the tufting machine.

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