New brand partnership with Fepatex!
We are delighted to announce our brand-new collaboration with Fepatex! We are now the exclusive UK agents for their range of semi-automated and automated eyelet machines. This post gives a quick overview of what Fepatex have to offer; we look forward to introducing their machines to our customers!
Who are Fepatex?
Fepatex Nederland BV are located in Kaatsheuvel (Waalwijk) in Central-South of the Netherlands. The company was originally founded as a Dutch-Italian partnership to supply eyelets to local markets across Northern Europe, but they have since branched out into the production of specialist eyelet machines. They truly are the eyelet experts, producing nearly every existing eyelet and supplying them to more than 35 countries worldwide. With their extensive international experience, know-how and passion for the business, they always strive to give their customers the best possible performance from their machines. Fepatex adapt with the changing times to produce dynamic new developments and we have teamed up with them to provide a specialized range of eyelet machines which adapt in line with our customer’s needs. Eyelet machines are popular in many textile processing industries, and this partnership means we can deliver excellent quality machines at reasonable prices. Setting eyelets can be a slow and laborious part of the production process, and their custom eyelet placing solutions reduce this as much as possible. As a company they are flexible, reliable, and with them we will offer a wide range of specialist solutions based on years of expertise!
The machines:
Fepatex offer a wide range of eyelet machinery! We will mainly be supplying the semi-automated and automated systems which offer the highest possible efficiency. The machines are available in different sizes according to your eyelet requirements and the weight of the material you are using. They have electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic options available. All machines are CE certified and have a finger safety system to protect the operator!
Semi-Automatic:
Pneumatic Machine No.21 (semi-automatic)
A fast and compact pneumatic machine for metal eyelets 8 – 10 – 12 - 14 – 16mm (6cm insertion depth). It is foot-operated but is available as a manually operated version upon request. The machine is mounded on lockable rolling wheels for convenience and has an adjustable air pressure of 4-5 BAR. It pierces and sets the eyelets in one operation and is reliable for professional use, with a capacity of 200-250 eyelets per hour.
Pneumatic Machine No.42 (easy press)
A light model of pneumatic machine for metal eyelets 10mm or 12mm (11cm insertion depth). It is manually operated as standard but is available in a foot-operated version upon request. It pierces and sets the eyelets in one operation, with no air pressure regulation. This model has a capacity of around 50 eyelets per hour.
Pneumatic Machine No.25 (semi-automatic heavy)
A professional-standard eyelet machine for metal eyelets up to 40mm (15cm insertion depth). It is foot-operated as standard but on request is available as a manually operated or wheel-mounted option. The standard version is mounted on a table with position and distance aid for eyelet placement max. 40mm and has an adjustable air pressure of 6-8 BAR. It has a capacity of 200-250 eyelets per hour.
Fully automatic:
Fully-Automatic Eyelet Machine No. 269
A fully automatic eyelet machine for metal eyelets 10mm or 12mm (5cm insertion depth). This model is foot-operated and table-mounted as standard but is also available with an additional laser pointer (220V) or on wheels. It is light and reliable, with an adjustable air pressure of 4-5 BAR and automatic feeding of the eyelets and washers to save on production times. It has a capacity of around 500-600 eyelets per hour, with an attaching speed of around 5 seconds per eyelet.
Fully-Automatic Eyelet Machine No. 279
A fully automated pneumatic eyelet machine for metal eyelets 10mm to 20mm (5cm insertion depth). This model is a strong, powerful and reliable machine for professional use. It automatically feeds the eyelets and washers and has a laser pointer (220V) and positioning aid for added accuracy. The maximum capacity of this machine is around 800 – 1000 eyelets per hour and the attaching speed is approximately 4 seconds per eyelet. The adjustable air pressure is 6-8 Bar.
Fully-Automatic Eyelet Machine No. 239
A fully automated foot-operated electric eyelet machine for metal eyelets 10mm to 18mm (5cm insertion depth). This model is fast, strong and high-attaching machine with automatic feeding of the eyelets and washers. It features a laser pointer and positioning aid for added accuracy. The maximum capacity of this machine is around 1800 eyelets per hour with an attaching speed of approximately 2 seconds per eyelet.
Applications:
Eyelet machines are used for a wide range of applications, these are just a few examples!
Fashion, shoes, accessories, and workwear
In this industry small eyelets are usually used, either for decorative purposes or as a more functional aspect. Uses include shoes, bags, accessories such as belts, and even clothing items like jackets and skirts.
Tarpaulin and cover industry
These applications use eyelets of various sizes and strengths. Uses include covers, container tarps, tents and canvases, truck and trailer covers, boat covers, indoor playgrounds, sun protections, blinds, awnings, and many more!
Home decoration
Eyelet machines are used for many household items, including curtains, mattresses, blinds, sample collection folders, garden furniture, and even decorative eyelets on furnishings.
Signage and print industry
In this industry strong eyelets are often used to ensure that banners can be hung securely without damaging the main bulk of the material. Applications include banners, flags, and outdoor signage.
For more information about eyelet machines and how they can benefit your business, please contact our team directly on info@ae-sewingmachines.co.uk and we’ll be happy to help!