_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ulster
Carpets
Poised to conclude by the end of June, Ulster Carpets’ current phase of investment will grant the company eight of the latest high-speed Axminster looms aimed at optimizing productivity. Jeremy delves
deeper into the series of investments leading to
this point.“ Back in 2017, we acquired Griffith Textile Machinery, which had developed a high-speed loom that, when paired with our innovative yarn supply technology, gives us a unique competitive edge. These looms can weave any design we desire at speeds up to three times faster than a conventional Axminster loom. This advancement not only enables us to lower unit labor costs but also minimizes yarn wastage due to the tighter tolerances at which it can operate.
Ulster Carpets enjoyed exponential growth in 2023
“ Four years ago, we trialed two new highspeed looms. Initially, as is often the case with new equipment, there were challenges in getting them to work properly. However, once we realized the extent of their potential, we decided to continue investing in them going forwards. Recognizing that the layouts of the original looms were not suitable for our needs, we opted to construct a bespoke shed to house them, complete with specially designed creels to hold all the necessary components at the back. By configuring them in a more efficient layout, we were able to operate them with fewer personnel. The first phase of this investment was finalized in April 2023, and since then, we have had four looms operational in our facility. At present, our focus is on completing the second phase
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