TS 6348

TS 6348 is a terminology standard prepared for the classification of weaving machines and for defining the basic terms used for them. In the textile industry, it supports a common technical language for machines used to produce fabric by the weaving process.

What the classification of weaving machines means

Weaving machines are the core textile machines that form fabric by interlacing warp and weft yarns in a controlled pattern. In general technical context, these machines can be grouped by their operating principle, mechanical arrangement, control method, and role in the production line. A clear classification helps engineers, manufacturers, and technical staff refer to the same machine type with consistent meaning across languages and workplaces.

The scope of this standard covers the classification of weaving machines and the vocabulary associated with them. In practical terms, it provides a framework for naming and distinguishing machine types used in weaving technology; it does not, from the supplied scope, prescribe performance ratings, production limits, or detailed test procedures for individual machines.

Why terminology matters in textile machinery

• Terminology provides a shared technical vocabulary for describing machine structure and function without ambiguity.
• Classification clarifies structural and functional differences between weaving machine types.
• Consistent terms support maintenance records, procurement, training, and technical documentation.

Because the document focuses on the general vocabulary of weaving looms and weaving machines, it is particularly useful for identifying and recording textile machine categories in a consistent way. TS 6348 is based on ISO 5247:1983 and represents an equivalent Turkish adoption of that international content.