Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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New equipment includes fiber handling systems PMS Tuft-A-Feed fiber handling systems Three PMS Tuft-a-Feed fiber handling systems have been installed in Plant No. 2 to replace the existing bale-o-matics which have been moved to the second floor blend room. The bale-o-matic system feeds polyester stock to the Plant No. 1 and No. 2 Card Rooms, and the PMS equipment supplies cotton fibers to the respective Card Rooms. With the addition of the PMS machines and relocation of the bale-o-matic, 100% of the fibers for Plant No. 1 and No. 2 are fed by fiber handling equipment. The PMS equipment is expected to improve the work environment and expand the cotton blending. The cleaning equipment in No.2 Carding has been relocated to the second floor blend room. The fiber handling systems have been installed in pre-existing work areas and required minimum plant construction and modification. When the installation is fully completed, the quality of the fiber mix will be im proved, thus contributing to efficiency of yam preparation. PMS fiber handling system expands cotton blending Danny Deadwyler operates new warper Joe Shockley assembles filling accumulator I ClothMaker