Gerber to show automation solutions for technical textiles

Gerber’s manufacturing solutions will be on display at Techtextil in Hall 4.1, Booth H41. Here Gerber will demonstrate its portfolio of solutions to precisely spread and cut a wide variety of flexible and rigid materials, from the most delicate fabrics for the apparel industry, to all types of technical textiles and composite materials for a variety of other industries.

Computer-controlled cutting systems include Gerber’s medium-ply cutting system, the GERBERcutter GTxL, which cuts  material  up to 2.2 meters wide and is designed to operate around the clock with precision and without interruption. And, the GERBERcutter Z1, the optimal solution for single- and low-ply cutting of all types of challenging materials. The system’s powerful Axis software delivers comprehensive reports and simplifies re-cutting of parts.

The GERBERspreader 250s spreads material rolls weighing up to 250 kgs. at speeds up to 100 meters per minute without tension. In addition, precision selvage and end alignment technology maximizes material utilization.

Gerber’s newest cutting system, the fourth generation GERBERcutter M3000 with optional router will be on hand to cut a variety of materials including challenging composites, soft and hard foam, corrugated cardboard, plastics and other rigid materials. The highly accurate cutting system is equipped with the T3 Head, a plug-and-play tooling system that enables rapid tool changes.

Available tools include an oscillating knife, drag knife, 45-degree bevel knife and scoring tool. It includes an optional registration system that enables the operator to quickly align pre-printed materials for accurate cutting. The M3000 is designed using an open architecture compatible with all industry CAD systems and is available in lengths up to five meters and widths up to 2.26 meters.

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