Karl Mayer's Technical Textiles Business Unit has launched the Max Glass Eco, a machine designed for the cost-effective production of glass fiber reinforcement textiles, particularly non-crimp fabrics used in the wind power sector. This new model offers remarkable efficiency with a maximum speed of 1,800 RPM and an impressive output of up to 410 meters per hour at a 101-inch working width.
Since its debut at JEC World in March, the Max Glass Eco has garnered substantial interest, leading to several purchase agreements. Machines are heading to India, with numerous units already ordered by Chinese clients. The demonstration models at Karl Mayer's customer centers in Changzhou and Chemnitz have been sold, though the machine at their Saxony facility remains available for processing trials and performance tests until September.
Eastern Europe has also shown strong interest. At Techtextil 2024 in Frankfurt, Karl Mayer's Sales Manager Ralf Schramm noted a flurry of discussions, including specific purchase requests from Rymatex, a Polish composite solutions manufacturer.
Beth Dufresne from Owens Corning praises the Max Glass Eco, highlighting its integration of proven solutions from Karl Mayer's multiaxial machines. As an early adopter, Owens Corning values the machine's advanced features, underscoring its appeal in the composites industry.
