Tufting of fabrics with three-dimensional patterning, comprises controlled variation of base fabric speed between inserting successive tufts

摘要

The movement of the base fabric (6) between successive stitches of the tufting needles (2) is varied in a controlled manner. Preferably several types of tufting yarns (3, 4) are used, yarn selection and base fabric movement being controlled electrically by a computer (26). An independent claim is also included for a tufting machine with an electrically controlled drive (19, 21) for the base fabric (6).