Niruma Textile Machinery · Since 1980

Tubular Fabric Opening and Plaiting Machine

Automatic tubular fabric opening and plaiting machine with high speed cutter, SS hard chrome triangle opening, variable speed drive and 5 HP, 3 phase power.

Machine Type: Automatic tubular fabric opening and plaiting machine
Automation Grade: Automatic
Product Type: Industrial type
Function: Slit tubular fabric, open flat, plait into folds
Opening System: SS / hard chrome triangle system

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Slits tubular fabric and opens it to flat width in one pass
High speed cutter for clean, straight tube slitting
SS / hard chrome triangle system for smooth fabric opening
Roll opening system and plaiting system in variable size

The Tubular Fabric Opening and Plaiting Machine from Niruma Textile Machinery takes knitted fabric straight from the roll in tubular form, slits it open, spreads it flat and lays it down in even plaited folds — all in one continuous pass. It replaces the slow, uneven job of opening tube fabric by hand before inspection, cutting or finishing.

The fabric path is built around three systems that work together. A high speed cutter slits the tube, an SS / hard chrome triangle system spreads it open flat without curling the edges, and the roll opening and plaiting system lays the opened fabric down in variable fold sizes ready for the next process. The whole line runs on a variable speed drive system with two motors with gear boxes, so speed can be matched to the fabric weight.

Mechanically it is built for plant duty: an MS channel heavy structure, multiple guide rolls, a fabric roll trolley with movable MS rolls for easy loading, and a complete powder coated finish. The suitable panel board provides start/stop, emergency switch, variable speed port and synchronize port. We supply this fabric opening machine as a textile machinery manufacturer based in Odhav, Ahmedabad since 1980.

Salient Features

Slits tubular fabric and opens it to flat width in one pass

High speed cutter for clean, straight tube slitting

SS / hard chrome triangle system for smooth fabric opening

Roll opening system and plaiting system in variable size

Variable speed drive system with two motors and gear boxes

MS channel heavy structure for stable, vibration-free running

Fabric roll trolley with movable MS rolls for easy loading

Multiple guide rolls keep fabric aligned through the machine

Panel board with start/stop, emergency switch and variable speed port

Synchronize port for line integration; complete powder coated finish

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Why Choose This Machine

One-pass handling: Slitting, opening and plaiting happen in a single continuous pass, removing an entire manual stage between knitting and inspection or cutting.

Flat, tension-free fabric: The SS / hard chrome triangle spreads the tube evenly without curling the selvages, so the opened fabric lies flat and true for the next process.

Adjustable plaiting: Roll opening and plaiting are available in variable sizes, so fold length can be set to suit your inspection table, cutting lay or storage bins.

Speed you can match to the fabric: A variable speed drive with two motors and gear boxes handles light single jersey through to heavier interlock without straining the fabric.

Built for plant duty: Heavy MS channel construction, multiple guide rolls and a powder coated finish stand up to continuous operation in a knitting or processing unit.

Trusted excellence: Built, assembled and trial-tested in our own workshop, and backed by installation, commissioning and service support from Niruma Textile Machinery.

Technical Specifications

Machine Specification
Machine Type	Automatic tubular fabric opening and plaiting machine
Automation Grade	Automatic
Product Type	Industrial type
Function	Slit tubular fabric, open flat, plait into folds
Opening System	SS / hard chrome triangle system
Cutter	High speed cutter
Plaiting	Roll opening and plaiting system, variable size
Drive	Variable speed drive system with 2 motors and gear boxes
Power	5 HP, 3 phase
Frame	MS channel heavy structure, powder coated
Roll Handling	Fabric roll trolley with movable MS rolls
Guide Rolls	Multiple guide rolls
Panel Board	Start/stop, emergency switch, variable speed port, synchronize port
Size / Dimension	12 ft x 9 ft x 9 ft
Country of Origin	India
Manufacturer	Niruma Textile Machinery, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Specifications may be customised to your requirement. Final configuration is confirmed on the order acknowledgement.

Applications & Industries Served

This tubular fabric opening and plaiting machine is used across the following textile processes and industries:

How It Works — Operator Notes

Load the fabric roll onto the trolley and roll it into position so the tube feeds straight onto the triangle. Off-centre feeding is the usual cause of one opened edge being tighter than the other.

Set the cutter against the tube seam position and confirm the slit runs centrally before starting the run. Check the first opened length on a flat table for straightness and edge curl.

Match line speed to the fabric weight using the variable speed control, and set the plaiting size to suit the next station — inspection table height, cutting lay or storage bin. Use the emergency switch within reach of the operating position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions buyers ask most often about this machine.

What does a tubular fabric opening machine do?

It slits knitted tubular fabric open, spreads it flat and lays it down in even plaited folds, converting tube fabric to open width in one continuous pass instead of manually opening and stacking it.

How is the fabric opened without curling?

An SS / hard chrome triangle system spreads the slit tube evenly across its width. The hard chrome surface lets the fabric slide without dragging, which is what prevents the edges from curling.

What fabric types can it handle?

It is suitable for all types of fabric, with particular strength in knitted tubular fabric such as single jersey and interlock. Variable speed lets you match the drive to lighter or heavier constructions.

Can the plait length be changed?

Yes. The roll opening and plaiting system is available in variable sizes, and the fold length can be set to suit your inspection tables, cutting lays or storage bins.

What are the power and space requirements?

The machine runs on 5 HP, 3 phase power and occupies a footprint of approximately 12 ft x 9 ft x 9 ft. Allow clear working space at the loading and delivery ends.

Does it integrate with other machines in the line?

Yes. The panel board includes a synchronize port alongside the variable speed port, so the machine can be coordinated with connected equipment in a continuous line.