The Balloon Squeezing Machine, engineered and manufactured entirely by IDES MAKINA, is a high-performance system developed specifically to squeeze and fold (plait) wet, tubular knitted fabrics. Its full stainless steel construction guarantees maximum corrosion resistance and a long operational lifespan.
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The entire structural body, frame, and wet-contact elements are manufactured from high-grade stainless steel (AISI 304/316). This delivers maximum protection against corrosive bleaching or processing chemicals.
Features a specialized puller roller and castamid de-twister system that automatically detects and resolves fabric twists. Combined with entry scroll rollers, it ensures wrinkle-free processing.
Applies air injection to inflate tubular fabric into a balloon shape, opening it up uniformly. It is then passed through heavy-duty squeezing rollers to extract moisture evenly without stretching the fabric.
Equipped with an exit conveyor belt and folders (plaiter) to fold the squeezed fabric neatly into trolley boxes, keeping processing fast and highly organized.
Special maintenance design allows the main squeezing rollers to be fully disassembled and re-assembled in just 30 minutes, minimizing production stops and maintenance costs.
| Specification | Value | Description / Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Roller Width | 1500 mm | Suitable for wide fabric lines |
| Working Width | 1300 mm | Effective squeezing area for tubular fabrics |
| Machine Speed | 0 – 60 m/min | High processing capacity |
| Working Speed | 0 – 50 m/min | Recommended speed range for optimum squeezing quality |
| Electrical Power | 15.5 kW | Total motor and balloon unit drive power |
| Body Material | Stainless Steel | AISI 304/316 grade construction |
| De-twister Roller | Castamid Roller | Anti-twisting, heavy-duty build |
| Maintenance Time | ~30 Minutes | Fast roller replacement / cleaning speed |
