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FAQs
FeltLOOM Details
How to use the FeltLOOM®?
Create Your Design Feed your design through the rollers. Let the Needles Tangle the Fibers for you Continue to feed your design until it reaches the desired density. It’s really that easy!
What are the advantages of FeltLOOM?
Our machine is safe to operate, while other machines can be quite dangerous. Ours has a guard system on its needles that prevents the operator from getting a finger in the machine.
Our front roller system is very efficient and does not require putting on & off a heavy bar while using it.
The rollers are designed to easily feed the fibers through.
Our machine is quiet; the front roller does not jump around and make clanging noises.
Our machine actually felt the fibers instead of just making prefelt, and using wet felt is not necessary with our machine.
Our machine felt thin fabrics.
Our machine accommodates 2 or more users/items to be processed at once.
What maintenance is required for the FeltLOOM®?
You dust periodically; however, the motors are sealed and require no maintenance. You must also check for any loose screws or bolts periodically, as the density or thickness of your felt will affect stress on the machine.
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How many times do you put the needles through?
You put fibers through on both sides (up and down) as many times as it needs to create the fabric you desire. The number of times is determined by the felt or fabric density desired.
Are the needles easy to change?
Yes, they are very easy to change. See video:
Do the needles break often?
Needle breakage can occur, but this is usually caused by foreign objects in the fiber. By ensuring that the material running through the machine is clean and fed properly, you can minimize the risk of breaking needles.