Top Benefits of Using a Double Raschel Machine Today

September 22, 2025

Double Raschel Machine technology is changing how warp knitting teams hit deadlines and quality targets. Lead times shrink. Fabric options expand. Energy and waste drop. Yet most factories still treat setup, tension, and pattern control as separate battles. In this series, we show how one platform turns those pain points into daily wins. You will see where productivity really comes from, and why spacer, mesh, and elastic structures now scale with less risk. The biggest surprise isn’t speed. It’s control. Ready to find the levers that matter – and the one upgrade most plants overlook? Here’s how our vantage point as a manufacturer turns those demands into measurable wins.

Scale Output And Range With A Double Raschel Machine

Capacity only matters when it flexes with your plan. Our Double Raschel Machine platform is built for scale and agility, so you can run short trials in the morning and high-volume production by afternoon – without tearing up your schedule.

You select working widths of 3505 mm (138″), 5334 mm (210″), or 7112 mm (280″) to fit your floor and finishing flow. Then match your product goals with gauges E18, E22, or E24. Need loft and airflow? Aim for spacer constructions. Need crisp apertures for mesh? Dial in a finer gauge. With Double Raschel 7 bars for spacer, you can engineer cushioning, ventilation, and compression recovery in one pass, keeping laminations and secondary processes to a minimum.

This breadth simplifies operations. One platform covers pile, spacer, elastic, and mesh structures, so operator training is consistent and spare parts are streamlined. That translates into quicker quotes and fewer bottlenecks when your mix shifts.

✅  Applications you can unlock now

•  Pile Fabrics: Uniform pile for upholstery, carpet faces, and plush goods.
•  Technical Textiles: Reinforced fabrics for industrial, automotive, and construction uses.
•  Home Textiles: Durable curtains, bed linens, and decorative substrates.
•  Elastic & Functional: Stretch fabrics for sportswear, medical bandages, and lingerie.
•  Netting & Mesh: Lightweight yet strong meshes for sports, agriculture, and filtration.

Engineering That Safeguards Quality And Margin

Micro-instabilities create macro-losses in warp knitting. A small drift in tension, a mis-set knock-over height, or inconsistent take-up can snowball into scrap. We address the root causes with precise mechanics and integrated control.

• Needle And Comb Architecture

At the core are two needle bars with latch needle units, supported by two knock-over comb bars and two movable stitch comb bars. You can fine-tune formation via an adjustable knock-over comb bar distance from 2–12 mm, stabilized by a central trick plate. This adjustment window helps you hit thickness targets, manage pile formation, and protect spacer integrity – without chasing settings all shift. The outcome is consistent stitch geometry, fewer defects, and less time on rework.

• Yarn Tension And Take-Up Stability

Tension is quality. Our electronically controlled yarn let-off device maintains precise tension across long runs and variable deniers. That steadiness reduces striping and avoids hard-to-explain changes in hand. Downstream, the fabric take-up system, driven by a geared motor with four rollers, delivers uniform draw-off and even winding. Edge distortions fade, roll-core compaction decreases, and finishing sees cleaner, flatter input.

• Operator Control And Pattern Freedom

Setup speed and repeatability matter every day. The GrandStar® Command System gives operators a clear interface to configure and monitor electronic functions. Our EN-drive powers seven electronic guide bar drives for accurate motion. When you need larger shogs for advanced patterns or spacer channels, the optional EL-drive extends guide bar shog distances up to 150 mm. Fewer manual interventions mean shorter setup, quicker restarts, and a smoother learning curve for new operators. Pair the mechanics with these electronics and you get lower downtime, steadier KPIs, and a margin profile that holds up under pressure.

Faster Payback Through Training, Local Service, And Real-World Use

A machine reaches full value only when your team is confident. That’s why we treat installation & training as a structured program – not a hand-off. We cover patterning basics, routine maintenance, safety checks, and fault diagnostics in formats that fit your roster and shift plan. The aim is simple: ship saleable fabric quickly, then sustain that pace with standard work and clear playbooks.

Support stays close to production. Our after-sales network operates on the ground in Turkey, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the USA, with expansion underway. Local specialists understand regional yarns, finishing partners, and typical environmental conditions. That context shortens diagnostics, improves communication, and reduces repeat visits.

✅  Why manufacturers choose Grand Star Technology

•  Local expertise for faster problem-solving and stable uptime.
•  Training that turns control features into daily best practices.
•  A growth path for working width, gauge, and guide bar motion as your portfolio expands.

Just as important, the platform reduces hidden costs you feel but rarely see on a quote sheet: spare-part complexity, onboarding time for new operators, and trial-to-approval delays. When a Double Raschel Machine combines precise mechanics with modern controls, you protect both schedule and cash flow. You also gain the freedom to target higher-value programs – thicker spacers with tuned compression, elastic composites with consistent stretch, or technical meshes with tight aperture tolerances – without adding risk.

Final Words

Ready to translate these benefits to your floor? Speak with Grand Star Technology about a Double Raschel Machine configuration aligned to your width, gauge, and application goals. We’ll map the machine setup, operator training, and local service plan that accelerates first-article approval and keeps you competitive through each release. Contact us today to start your Double Raschel roadmap.