Winding Machine Classification and Faults

Classification of winding machines broadly based on package, winding, drive, and type of yarn used.Also, the various faults of the winding are specified. Some common causes of the faulty winding are also discussed.

Classification of Winding Machines

Classification of winding machines based on package, winding, drive, and type of yarn used which are listed below:

1. According to package:
   • Flanged bobbin winding m/c.
   • Cone winding m/c.
   • Cheese winding m/c.
   • Pirn winding m/c.
   • Cop winding m/c.
2. According to winding:
   • Precision winding m/c.
   • Non-precision winding m/c.
3. According to Drive:
   • Direct Drive winding m/c.
   • Indirect Drive winding m/c.
4. According to the type of yarn used:

For warp yarn:

• Upright spindle winding m/c.
• Drum/Cylinder winding m/c.
  • Warp winding m/c
  • cheese winding m/c
  • Spool winding m/c
  • Cone winding m/c

For weft yarn:

• Pirn winding m/c
  • Ordinary pirn winding m/c
  • Automatic pirn winding m/c
• Cop winding m/c.

Faults in Winding

Some of the common winding faults and their causes are as follows:-