Rieter Autoconer X6: Flexible Automation, Intelligent Data Analysis And Improved Ergonomics

The winding machine Autoconer X6 Type V delivers on every front. Equipping it with the Cop Exchanger, which automatically removes defective cops, means yarn quality is safeguarded, production is seamless and operator workload is reduced. The all-new compact design combines ergonomic comfort with enhanced safety features. Additionally, the Ring-Winder-Connect module enables targeted operator guidance to faulty spindles. It improves quality, reduces waste, lowers energy use and enables preventive maintenance.

Customers with a high degree of automation rely on the Autoconer X6 type V with its direct connection to the ring spinning machine. The integration of Cop Exchanger and Ring-Winder-Connect increases process reliability and performance, while simplifying operation and data analysis.

Automated cop handling
The Cop Exchanger works based on the results of the spindle identification system SPID. This detects alarm cops with faulty yarn, as well as off-standard cops with below-average yarn quality. Additionally, sensors in the automation aggregates monitor processing status of the cops and detect those that cannot be processed, for example. Smarttrays and RFID technology enable an intelligent cop material flow. Based on collected data, the Cop Exchanger removes affected cops from the Smarttrays and replaces them with empty tubes. Cops are sorted into two boxes: one for cops that cannot be processed, one for lower yarn quality cops.

Maximum process reliability
The Cop Exchanger offers user-friendly operation and high flexibility. It has a large empty tube capacity and can process two lots (with identical tube lengths) in parallel. Its boxes are easy to change. The unique decentralized material flow enables flexible combination with the spinning tube stripper and the Color Check, ensuring correct tube assignment via tube colour monitoring.

Space-saving design and improved ergonomics
The machine’s length has been reduced by 350 to 818 mm, improving space efficiency – even in 96-spindle machines. This is especially beneficial for integration into existing buildings. The compact design is based on sections with six or ten winding units and a newly designed, space-saving energy unit.

Rieter engineers have also optimized the machine’s ergonomics: the operating height at the winding unit is now 80 mm lower, thus increasing operator’s safety and comfort. The new colour scheme aligns the Autoconer X6 with Rieter ring and compact-spinning systems.

Intelligent data analysis with Ring-Winder-Connect module
The new Autoconer X6, Type V, is ready for advanced data analysis and management with the Ring-Winder-Connect module. It analyzes SPID quality data from the Autoconer X6 and data from individual spindle monitoring system ISM on the ring spinning machine. This enables targeted operator guidance to faulty spindles. Ring-Winder-Connect improves quality, reduces waste, lowers energy use and enables preventive maintenance.