ISO 28239:2008

Textile machinery - Opener and cleaner for staple fibres preparation - Vocabulary and principles of construction

ISO 28239:2008 establishes a vocabulary of terms related to, and the principles of construction of, openers and cleaners used in the textile industry in the preparation for spinning of cotton and other staple fibres.

Matériel pour l'industrie textile — Ouvreuse et nettoyeuse pour la préparation des fibres discontinues — Vocabulaire et principes de construction

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 06-May-2008
• ICS: 01.040.59 - Textile and leather technology (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 59.120.10 - Spinning, twisting and texturing machines
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 72/SC 1 - Spinning preparatory, spinning, twisting and winding machinery and accessories
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 72/SC 1 - Spinning preparatory, spinning, twisting and winding machinery and accessories
• Current Stage: 9599 - Withdrawal of International Standard
• Start Date: 16-Oct-2024
• Completion Date: 13-Dec-2025

Overview

ISO 28239:2008 is an international standard developed by ISO (International Organization for Standardization) that defines the vocabulary and principles of construction for openers and cleaners used in the preparation of staple fibres in textile machinery. Specifically, this standard applies to equipment preparing cotton and other staple fibres for spinning. By establishing a consistent terminology and design guidelines, ISO 28239:2008 supports clear communication, quality assurance, and interoperability within the textile industry worldwide.

This standard is essential for manufacturers, engineers, and operators involved in the design, production, and operation of fibre opening and cleaning machines. It clarifies the definitions of machine components, operational directions, and construction variations, thus promoting efficient processes in fibre preparation.

Key Topics

• Vocabulary of Terms
  ISO 28239:2008 provides precise definitions for key components in openers and cleaners, such as:

  • Opener: machine with a horizontally positioned opening roll that disengages fibre tufts.
  • Cleaner: machine with multiple opening rolls designed for both opening and cleaning fibres.
  • Machine sides and dimensions: right side, left side, drive side, with reference to fibre flow direction.

• Machine Component Identification
  The standard identifies parts like feed lattice, precondensing roll, feed roll, multiple opening rolls (1, 2, and 3), mote knife, carding elements, deflector blade, and suction devices designed for fibre and waste removal.

• Principles of Construction
  Annex A of ISO 28239:2008 addresses variations in construction principles, detailing:

  • Working widths for machines.
  • Different types of openers and cleaners, including single-roll and multi-roll varieties, universal openers, pre-cleaners, and waste cleaners.

• Directional Conventions
  Clear instructions on machine orientation (right side, left side) as viewed in the fibre flow direction, synchronizing with ISO 92 standards, which establish consistent machine side definitions.

Applications

ISO 28239:2008 applies primarily to the textile manufacturing sector, particularly in the stages prior to spinning where fibres are prepared for processing. Practical applications include:

• Design and development of new opener and cleaner machines, ensuring clarity in component naming and construction principles.
• Educating equipment operators and maintenance staff with standard terminology to reduce errors and improve communication.
• Supporting quality management systems by standardizing machine components and their functions for consistent production outputs.
• Facilitating communication between international suppliers, manufacturers, and end-users by using a universally accepted vocabulary and design framework.
• Aiding researchers and industry professionals in improving fibre preparation machinery, thereby enhancing efficiency and fibre quality in cotton and staple fibre spinning mills.

Related Standards

ISO 28239:2008 is closely linked to other standards in textile machinery and fibre processing, including:

• ISO 92 – Textile machinery and accessories – Spinning machinery – Definition of machine sides (left or right). This standard complements ISO 28239:2008 by defining terms related to machine orientation and sides for uniformity.
• ISO standards covering broader textile machinery categories, such as spinning preparatory equipment, cleaning, and waste extraction processes.
• Industry-specific guidelines and best practices for fibre opening and cleaning machinery design and operation.

Summary

ISO 28239:2008 is a key standard that promotes clarity and uniformity in the terminology and construction principles of openers and cleaners used in staple fibre preparation. By standardizing the definitions of machine parts and operational guidelines, it helps ensure high-quality textile machinery manufacturing and efficient fibre processing. This standard is invaluable for engineers, manufacturers, and textile production professionals aiming to optimize spinning preparation processes for cotton and other staple fibres.

Keywords: ISO 28239, textile machinery standard, staple fibres preparation, opener and cleaner, fibre opening machine, textile spinning preparation, machine vocabulary, machine construction principles, cotton fibre processing, textile equipment terminology.

Standards Content (Sample)

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 28239
First edition
2008-05-15
Textile machinery — Opener and cleaner
for staple fibres preparation —
Vocabulary and principles of
construction
Matériel pour l'industrie textile — Ouvreuse et nettoyeuse pour la
préparation des fibres discontinues — Vocabulaire et principes de
construction
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ISO 2008
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 28239:2008(E)

Textile machinery — Opener and cleaner for staple fibres
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