1. Recent developments in blowroom machinery aim to improve fiber opening, cleaning, and preparation for downstream processes. Automatic bale openers, mote knives with suction, and optical/acoustic sorters help remove contaminants.
2. Modern carding achieves a high degree of cleaning, around 90-95%. Developments include improved feeding, multiple taker-ins, post-carding cleaning, and auto-leveling for more consistent sliver quality.
3. Drawframe developments enhance sliver evenness and blending through automatic break draft setting, tension measuring, and short-term auto-leveling. Cameras also monitor sliver quality.
4. Simplex/speed frame innovations