Needle Punching Technology- Needle Looms

Needle punching machines, also known as needle looms, are essential in the production of nonwovens. During the needling process, nonwovens are mechanically bonded as the needles punch vertically into and out of the material, interlocking the fibers through the barbs on the needles. The felt is transported through the needle zone by driven feed rollers.

The product range of AUTEFA Solutions includes single- and double-board needle looms, tandem needle looms, as well as velour, structuring, and patterning needle looms based on the Needleloom Stylus NL drive concept series and the Needleloom Stylus VARILIPTIC drive concept. Combining proven Fehrer technology and decades of Fehrer expertise from Linz with the latest engineering innovations, needle looms from AUTEFA Solutions provide optimum solutions for every kind of needling application — either as stand-alone machines or integrated into complete production lines.

Needleloom Stylus NL

AUTEFA Solutions Stylus NL needlelooms are highly versatile and offer medium needle densities for pre-needling and improved performance through increased penetration density for final needling. All single, double and four board needlelooms are based on a highly rigid welded steel frame in proven Fehrer quality. The machines are suitable for all types of natural, synthetic and recycled fiber batts and are in operation around the world to produce first class needlepunched nonwovens. Combined with one of Fehrer's proven and tested feeding systems, the Stylus NL is the perfect needling solution wherever light or heavy needling with or without elliptical needling is required.     

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Needleloom Stylus VARILIPTIC

The design of the Needle Loom Stylus is tailored to customers’ requirements in terms of working width, maximum machine load and machine speeds achievable. A pneumatic needle board clamping is fitted as standard, with the added option of integrating a quick-exchange system for stripper and bed plate. The Needle Loom Stylus can work with conventional needling zone arrangements, with one or two boards from top (downstroke) or bottom (upstroke), one from top and one from bottom or two from top and two from bottom, or even in a tandem arrangement. The whole series uses exactly the same parts. Spare parts can therefore be used without any problems in all Stylus needle loom configurations and not as many needs to be kept in stock. The slim design of the Needle Loom Stylus allows existing nonwoven installations to be upgraded with Variliptic drive technology.

 

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Needleloom Stylus ONE

AUTEFA Solutions' needle punching machines are designed with advanced technology and extensive expertise, providing optimal solutions for various needling requirements, whether as standalone machines or integrated into complete lines. The Needle Loom StylusONE meets market demands for a reliable and cost-effective machine, suitable for all needling applications up to 1,800 gsm. With a maximum performance of 1,500 strokes per minute, the StylusONE stands out for its productivity, durability, and maintenance-free gearboxes.         

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Needle Loom Stylus NL 21/SRV

The needle loom NL 21/SRV is a high-speed machine specially designed for the production of random velour with outstanding precision and efficiency. Based on proven Fehrer technology, the machine combines decades of expertise in velour production with modern engineering solutions to ensure reliable operation and consistently high product quality.

Its closed drive system provides excellent dust protection and reduced noise emissions, creating a clean and comfortable working environment. Thanks to its robust and highly rigid design, the NL 21/SRV is perfectly suited for demanding production conditions and guarantees maximum stability throughout the entire production process.

The machine also offers considerable economic advantages through extended service intervals of several thousand operating hours, minimizing maintenance requirements and maximizing uptime. For the production of ribbed velour, the NL 21/SRV can be equipped with a specialized needle pattern tailored to individual production needs. Combining high productivity, durability, and premium product quality, the NL 21/SRV is the ideal solution for advanced random velour production.

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i-POINT Simulation tool for needle board pattern

An improved and even surface quality has been set as key target by our customers. Therefore, AUTEFA Solutions offers the service of a customized needle board pattern. The i-Point needling simulation tool increases the capacity and the quality of needlepunched fabrics. The development of new needle patterns and the evaluation of surface quality is much more effective and economic with the i- Point software technology. It creates a layout of stripper and bed plate including the elliptic needling (Variliptic). This customized design of needle pattern, which takes also draft and shrinkage into consideration, reduces the process optimization time on customer site. AUTEFA Solutions needlepunch lines produce an even and homogenous fabric with outstanding technical performance in terms of tensile strength and evenness (MD/CD ratio).  

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