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U N PA R A L L E L E D SUPE RIOR OUTSTANDING
COST SAVINGS FABRIC QUALITY USER-EXPERIENCE
AND PERFORMANCES
5 QRP
2 Year Warranty
R9500² Rapier Weaving Machine
The Itema absolute best-seller, the rapier R9500, comes Weaving has never been so easy,
to the market in its Second Generation. The most suc- and now with the peace of mind
cessful rapier machine in recent history has been further of our QRP seal of Quality, Reli-
optimized to guarantee superior performances and top ability and Performance.
textile quality. Itema’s R9500² rapier proudly
Launched on the market in 2012, the Itema R9500 quickly estab- carries the prestigious QRP seal.
lished a new reference point in speed, versatility and user-friend- We strongly believe in our weaving
liness. Market success has been outstanding, with an impressive machines, therefore, every QRP-
number of machines installed in more than 60 countries on all five certified Itema machine is guaran-
continents. Designed to guarantee best-in-class machine perfor- teed for a period of two years.
mances, the Itema rapier R9500 leveraged the well-known and
Itema is the only producer in the
worldwide recognized Itema know-how in developing in-house
world to extend the warranty.
its rapiers to ensure unbeatable fabric quality when weaving the
widest range of yarns and patterns. The best-in-class electronic Our unyielding commitment to R&D,
platform—ensuring maximum reliability—and the sturdy machine to innovation, and to our Customers
structure—guaranteeing no vibrations—, are other success fac- inspires us to excel in our extensive
tors that made the R9500 one of the most highly reputed and product testing.
successful rapier looms in the history of weaving. We are tireless in our search for
Now in its second generation, the R9500² is ready to establish ways to enable our Customers to
a new technological benchmark in rapier weaving by further im- meet and exceed their stringent ex-
proving key machine’s functionalities. pectations of product performance
and solid investment return.
Always working on improving our Customers’ benefits and to
make weavers’ life easier, we focused in implementing on the Itema Look for the QRP mark—our
R9500² key advancements that now make this machine the most testament to how we design,
energy efficient rapier weaving machine on the m arket while en- develop, lean manufacture and
suring best-in-class textile performances and fabric quality. More- deliver our product, our unwa-
over, the R9500²—already renowned for its user-friendliness—has vering confidence in our prod-
been further optimized to ensure the best user-experience ever. uct and our guarantee to our
Customers.
Itema R9500²: no limit to the best.
Sturdy, High Precision Machine Frame
Considerable Energy Saving The motor is based on an electronic drive Sturdy, High Precision Machine
and brushless motor technology which Frame
The lubrication system and the main
provides easy machine speed adjustment The R9500² heavy-duty frames and
mechanical components, thanks to an
through the machine console. Traditional global structure promote practically no
extensive engineering study and to ad-
gearing and mechanical parts are mini- vibrations even at the highest speeds.
vanced machining equipment in our pro-
mized ensuring reduced maintenance. The solid drive, positioned in main lat-
duction plants, have been optimized to
Furthermore, thanks to a dedicated soft- eral frames, is engineered for extensive
guarantee a significantly reduced power
ware, no tools are required to change control of moving masses to significantly
consumption, thus leading to substantial
harness crossing, it works simply by set- process heavy patterns or unbalanced
cost savings for the weaver.
ting the desired parameters through the styles with minimal investment and main-
Direct Drive Motor user interface. tenance costs.
with Oil Cooling
Effective Centralized The sley and back rest modules repre-
Simple, reliable, maintenance free Lubrication sent key machine’s parts. The unique
and energy efficient. sley design ensures speed and versatility
Machine components are lubricated by
The R9500² features—as standard—a whilst the back rest module enables less
a Centralized Lubrication System—now
direct drive motor with oil cooling warp tension and a cleaner shed.
optimized to ensure reduced power con-
which ensures a double valuable advan- sumption, which provides oil from a main The R9500² flexible structure is prepared
tage: reduced maintenance and energy reservoir with double filter. Thanks to a to be equipped with fancy warp beam or
saving. The oil cooling system helps the special design and extensive testing of jacquardette.
heat recovery by dissipating and reduc- gearing and mechanical parts, the lubri-
ing the motor temperature, thus leading cation system promotes low oil tempera-
to an extended component lifetime and tures leading to an extended mechanical
to higher machine performances, includ- components lifetime.
ing a reduced energy consumption.
Maximum system reliability is further as-
Field measurements confirm that the sured by the Electronic NCP—New Com-
R9500² provides a considerable reduc- mon Platform—which maintains pressure
tion in energy consumption compared and temperature constantly monitored.
to previous machine model, thus making
the R9500² the most energy efficient ra-
pier weaving machine on the market.
Improved and Optimized Ergonomy
The Turboprop: a Unique Rapier Drive System FPA Ergonomic Rapier Opener
Best-in-class Weft Insertion System
The Best Shed Geometry ensuring a longer life span even at the coupling high resistance of the rapier
of its Category machine highest speeds with an easier weft release.
The unique Itema shed geometry has • Standard direct lubrication of all slid-
The Versatile FPA Weft Transfer
been designed to guarantee a smaller ing parts as well as dynamic lubrica-
shed for maximum speed and superior tion are provided The FPA—Free Positive Approach—weft
textile quality. The Itema shed geometry, transfer combines the versatility of a
Customary to the design, the Turboprop
the smallest on the market, features two positive rapier system with higher perfor-
settings do not “drift” over time, eliminat-
main fundamental aspects: mances and efficiency, allowing our Cus-
ing the need for continuous settings and
tomers to weave with endless creative
• Positioning of the first frame closer to adjustments by maintenance personnel.
possibilities even the most sophisticated
the reed which allows a shorter stroke With reliable, low cost, sizeable perfor-
and complex fabrics.
providing higher speeds and longer life mances, the Turboprop embodies the
cycles for heddles and harness frames true essence of the Itema R9500² Rapier With the FPA System, thanks also to the
Weaving Machine. combination with the motorized weft
• The beating stroke is maximized to
cutter, it is possible to weave the widest
guarantee the highest beating force and
The Innovative SK Weft Transfer range of fancy, multifilament, metallic and
the capacity to weave heavy fabrics
The SK Transfer System with guided monofilament yarns.
All elements have been studied and ap-
hooks is engineered for high speed and Moreover, the FPA Weft Transfer System,
plied to guarantee a perfect fabric quality.
versatility. While providing for a wide array featuring a race board with no guiding ele-
The Turboprop: of weft yarns, the SK System is the most ments in the shed, ensures a gentle treat-
a Unique Rapier Drive System advanced transfer system on the market ment even of the most delicate warp yarns.
today. With an ultra-light, ceramic coated, The FPA Transfer is the perfect solution
The R9500² leverages the prowess of the
one piece design rapier, the SK System also in case of technical textiles with the
renowned Itema propeller drive system.
provides consistent, high speed perfor- finest yarn or with high tenacity, multiple
Thanks to the Itema Turboprop, the drive
mance and less wear. pick insertion fabric.
remains compact with minimal mov-
ing parts for top reliability and reduced Other key points:
maintenance.
FPA Ergonomic Rapier Opener
• The insertion gripper is positioned very
close to the reed promoting increased The R9500² is equipped with an ergo-
Additional device design features are:
efficiency and dependable quality nomic rapier opener which allows the
• The mechanism is secured into the side weaver to carry out the necessary set-up
frame to ensure stability and precision • The receiving gripper features a
operations in just a few, quick moves and
unique, patented opening system
• Carriage and swinging sliders are de- without the need of additional tools thus
based on a permanent magnet in-
signed with aeronautical grade alloys, leading to easy set-up and adjustments.
tegrated within the gripper, thus
Multiple Choice of Weft Cutters:
MiCut Motorized Weft Cutter
The Leno and Auxiliary Selvedge Device—ISD Superior Fabric Quality: Intuitive Menu
When Quality Goes Hand in Hand with User-friendliness
The R9500² is born to be versatile. The Superior Fabric Quality Quick Style Change
machine offers a comprehensive range of
The Itema unique shed geometry clearly R9500² has been designed and intended
configurations for numerous applications,
facilitates maximum weaving speeds and to drastically reduce downtime for style
ensuring the perfect solution to penetrate
superior fabric quality. changing. All machine’s parts involved in
new markets while maximizing quality,
Worldwide weavers recognize to the the process have been developed spe-
speed and efficiency.
R9500² the valuable advantage to cifically to allow an easy and quick style
eliminate stop marks leading to first change and to reduce setting time:
Enhanced Warp Let Off and
Fabric Take Up quality fabric, benefit enabled by • quick warp beam release and warp
the exclusive Itema shed geometry. stop motion are standard on all ma-
R9500² is equipped with electronic warp
Moreover, Itema developed a dedicated chine’s configurations
let-off and fabric take up. The gearing
software to prevent stop marks that can • DRC4 or DRC10 quick frame connec-
system is in an oil bath providing maxi-
be easily modified to meet complex fabric tion systems
mum reliability. Pick density can be ad-
construction demands. Quick machine
justed directly through the machine con- • the temples—being mounted on a sin-
start and stop with reed correct position-
sole. Multiple beam applications are all gle support—can be easily moved on
ing is guaranteed, thanks to the direct
electronically controlled. both sides drastically reducing the time
drive motor.
required for style setting and width
The Leno and Auxiliary Working in combination with the continu- adjustments
Selvedge Device—ISD ous monitoring of the let off and take up
position done by the machine micropro- • the warp beam is driven by the elec-
The R9500² weaving machine features a
cessor, the shed geometry practically tronically controlled let-off system
standard motion both for selvedges and
eliminates start marks. Without question, guaranteeing an easy warp beam fit-
leno binding.
the R9500² is strategically designed to ting and cloth roll doffing
The ISD provides independent setting
minimize off-quality fabric.
of the auxiliary selvedges crossing and
basic shedding patterns through the
machine console. Other than routine
cleaning operations, the brushless
motors eliminate the need for main-
tenance and adjustments.
Selvedge Options: Pneumatic Tuck-In Device Itema ActiveBRK Electronic Weft Brake
Dimensions (mm)
R9500² 190 D 4 S08
Shedding
D Dobby
C Cam Motion
J Jacquard
Weft Colors
4, 8, 12
Beam Arrangement
S08 Single Beam 800 mm
S10 Single Beam 1000 mm
S11 Single Beam 1100 mm
D08 Twin Beam 800 mm
D10 Twin Beam 1000 mm
D11 Twin Beam 1100 mm
S8S Top Beam 800 mm (*)
S1S Top Beam 1000 mm (*)
(*) a
vailable in combination with
Single or Twin Beams above
The most successful rapier
weaving machine in recent
history now in its Second
Generation to further ensure
best-in-class energy
savings, fabric quality and
user-experience.
2 Year Warranty
RAPIER
We have 6
Itema Campus
Locations:
Italy – Colzate
China – Shanghai
Japan – Osaka
USA – Spartanburg
India – Coimbatore
Pakistan – Lahore
ITEMA CAMPUS
TRAINING CENTER
We believe in a trusted and reliable partnership with our Customers, supporting them
throughout the whole life cycle of the weaving machine. Our dedicated after sales
market qualified team promptly satisfy in real time every Customer’s request to ensure
a win-win, long-term relationship.
The Itema skilled technicians and engineers provide:
– real time textile, electronic and mechanical assistance
– tailor-made upgrade kits
– analysis and consulting regarding machines performances, including running
costs and fabric quality
We recently launched a brand-new training center concept designed to provide tai-
lored and accurate courses in a highly technological and user-friendly location. The
Itema Campus is a fully functional center equipped with the latest loom models to give
our Customers a warm welcome and the right learning environment. A team of skilled
Itema technicians is fully dedicated to train the most demanding technical staff on how
to maximize the performance of your Itema machines.
An intensive course to acquire all the necessary technical and textile knowledge to get
the most out of the Itema weaving machines.
To facilitate and make even easier our Customers’ access to the Itema Campus Train-
ing Centers a dedicated online portal is available to easily and quickly book the desired
technical trainings.
Discover more at www.itemagroup.com/training
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Phone +39 035 7282111
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