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Fi-Tech is also pleased to announce our association with MOVEngineering Srl of Parre, Italy. We added the MOVE product line in April and are very excited about Hypox® cleaning technology, as we have already seen some of the great benefits this cleaning technology can bring to our customers. Please refer to the article in this issue for more details. Fi-Tech continues to grow and we have added three new members to our staff so that we may continue to provide the high caliber of service our customers have come to expect. Please join us in welcoming Julie Bassett Thompson, Stacie Amos and Theresa DeNoon.
Jeffrey G. Bassett
Nuova Protex "C 20" Series Winders
Nuova Protex developed the "C20" winder series in response to requests for winders with the ability to dramatically increase the amount of filament wound on a single package. Extended wind times between doffing and longer downstream processing times were also important. When Nuova Protex saw the cost savings realized by the economics of producing large packages, the company developed the "C20" for commercial use.
MOVEngineering Srl joins The Fi-Tech Roster Polymers such as polyester and polyamides tend to reticulate (cross link) as they reach higher temperatures, making them difficult to remove. The HYPOX® system uses superheated steam to break down the molecular chains in the polymer, allowing for vaporization of the polymer in an oxygen free environment, effectively eliminating the risk of combustion or explosion. The system also eliminates any build up of gels or carbon residue on the pieces being cleaned. They hydrolysis action also guarantees homogenous heating of the parts erasing the possibility of distortions or deformations. The cleaning process is also equally effective on polyolefins. The HYPOX® system does not produce any toxic fumes or solids to be disposed of, and in most cases, waste water can be disposed through a sanitary sewer. There are no added remediation costs. MOVEngineering Srl will clean your spinnerets free of charge to demonstrate the effectiveness and advantages of HYPOX® over standard cleaning processes. For more information or to arrange your free demonstration, call Fi-Tech at 804-794-9615.
Managing The Century Transition "That which does not kill us makes us stronger." I could not think of a more appropriate quote for the Year 2000 problem. We began our Year 2000 project in late 1996 with the goal of maintaining the continuity of our high standards of customer service, before, during and after the turn of the century. After conducting a thorough inventory of hardware, office software, communication software, accounting & finance software, telecommunications systems, security systems, EDI status and U.S. Customs software, etc., we recognized the challenges being driven by the turn of the century. And rather than merely trying to fix a programming bug, we decided to approach this task as a unique opportunity to improve our systems and service. We have now replaced all of our workstation computers, our main and subsidiary file servers and upgraded all of our software applications. At the same time, we also upgraded our internal wiring and cabling. Through extensive investments in technology and our infrastructure, we have successfully completed the necessary steps to ensure that our ability to provide the high level of service we strive for will not be interrupted by the turn of the century. Our post millennium goals are now possible because of the efforts of this project and since this did not "kill us," we are "stronger." |
Lurgi Zimmer Technical Consulting Service In today's polymer and fiber markets, developing cutting edge technology is essential to staying competitive. New products and better quality are key in enlarging market share. Savings in raw materials and energy lead to advantages in production through cost reduction. There's good news for all polymer and synthetic fiber producers…Lurgi Zimmer, known in the industry for developing new technologies and hardware, will offer consulting services to anyone in the industry in need of assistance. The company has provided leading edge technology and know-how in the areas of plant design, operation, and performance evaluation to their customers for many years. Now, the company is enhancing its After Sales Service Group to offer technical service to virtually any producer, whether present or future customers. Support After Plant Commissioning- Help to ensure the continuation of optimum process parameters and production procedures, in order to ensure superior quality. Technology Consultation- Move ahead of the competition and position your company for new business opportunities with the latest data on technological innovations and tailor-made recommendations for technological improvements. Advantages in technology can lead to better quality and higher production output. For example, the company has developed modified polyester to increase the throughput in production plants, which ultimately increases the processability of fibers in downstream units. Debottlenecking, Upgrading and Modification of Equipment- Identifies bottlenecks in existing production lines and assesses optimum measures toward their elimination. Recommendations may range from optimizing process parameters, to modification existing equipment and/or delivery of new equipment. Maintenance Consultation- Minimize downtime and maximize operation upon re-start with the proper techniques and procedures for shutting down and overhauling production lines. Ensure maximum run times for wear and tear parts with Lurgi Zimmer's concepts for preventative and predictive maintenance. Data for evaluation can be collected through on-line monitoring and relayed to Frankfurt via Internet for analysis. Personnel Training Programs- Training is a key ingredient in successful operation of a plant. Lurgi Zimmer offers training for engineers, technicians and operators on-site or in its Research Center. This service is offered for existing plants as well as for new start-ups. Original Equipment Spare Parts- Ensure the efficiency and operation of your production line with Lurgi Zimmer spare parts from Fi-Tech. Guaranteed to be correct, all Lurgi Zimmer spares from Fi-Tech are offered FOB, Richmond, VA, eliminating the hassles of importation and shipping from overseas. Research and Development of New Products- Be the first to bring new products to the market…let Lurgi Zimmer's experts help you with the development of new and better processes in a cost and time efficient manner at its pilot plant facilities. The company will also help to up-scale the results to a production plant application. For more information about Lurgi's Zimmer's Technical Consulting Services, please call Fi-Tech, Inc. at 804-794-9615.
Recycle Profits with the Sikoplast Edge Trim Recycling Extruder The Sikorex Edge Trim Recycling Extruder System is the perfect complement to Sikoplast's well-known line of polymer, fiber and nonwoven recycling equipment. With the Sikorex System, production waste can be directly reprocessed to the meltstream of your production extruder. Sikoplast's patented conical screw extruder design has been incorporated in the Sikorex System to allow for continuous reprocessing of nonwoven edge trim waste.
In a typical installation, the Sikorex System uses draw-in rollers to feed the nonwoven edge trim waste directly from the production line to the feed throat of the conical screw. The conical screw design allows for efficient feeding of low density, high bulk material. In addition to edge trim, the Sikorex System can be sized to feed material from slit rolls directly to the extruder. Output capacities for the Sikorex System range from 30kg/hr up to 200 kg/hr. The Sikorex System offers a fast return on investment due to the following advantages:
If you would like to register for the exciting Textile Supplies & Services Expo '99, please contact: Telephone: 864-233-2562
HSGM Thermcutters In response to the high volume of inquiries received after our last issue of INLINE with FI-TECH, we are pleased to include more information about the HSGM Thermcutter product line in this issue. The HSGM Thermcutter, considered the most dependable hot knife used in the Synthetic Fibers and Nonwovens Industries, is a hand-operated unit designed to cut fabric or yarns from tubes and godets or wraps from production equipment. The trigger-activated unit heats the blade to approximately 600 degrees Celsius in 6-8 seconds. Due to customer enthusiasm, the HSGM Thermcutter has become part of our spare parts stocking program. In addition to the HSGM Thermcutter, offered at the low price of $79.50 per unit, we also stock a complete line of Thermcutter replacement parts including an assortment of blade3s, durable housing covers and complete internal components. Blade pricing starts at $17.50 each for most commonly used blades. For additional information and specifications regarding HSGM Thermcutters and replacement parts please contact our Spare Parts Department at 804-794-9615 or e-mail us at kwise@fi-tech.com
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It was a pleasure to see so many of you at the ITMA and INDEX 99 shows. We are pleased to see reasonable attendance form the North American markets even though some segments of the industry are still straining from the pressure of our Asian competitors. We saw some positive signs from the show as well as indicators that some market segments will still need more time to recover. Although certain areas of the textile industry are still under strong pressure from cheap imported fibers and finished goods; and cheaper Asian products continue to put a squeeze on margins of U.S. producers (making investments more difficult), the tide is slowly hurting with help from an ongoing strong U.S. economy.
Julie Bassett Thompson, my younger sister, has joined our accounting group on a part-time basis. Theresa DeNoon has rejoined our company as a sales assistant, having worked with Fi-Tech for 3 years before leaving to help in a family business. We are glad to have her back. And lastly, Stacie Amos will provide support in import/export duties for our spare parts group. Stacie came to us highly recommended, and we’re sure that her skills will supplement our spare parts team. Please let us know how we can serve you better. We always appreciate customer feedback.
In response to the growing needs of its customers, Nuova Protex Srl of Sumirago, Italy has developed the "C20" Series of winders specifically for the precision cross winding of synthetic tapes, bundles of monofilaments, multifilaments, extruded nets and similar products in medium to very large cylindrical rolls. There are six models in the "C20" series that can wind a denier range of 5000 denier to 300,000 denier on packages ranging from 10 kilograms to 500 kilograms. Single ends or multiple ends can be wound on the same package. 
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