Costume Dyeing Machine DM 120 / DM 220

The DM 120 and DM 220 are costume dyeing machines for theatre and opera costume departments. The machine was developed together with theatre and opera costume experts and is sized for the small batches and limited space of a wardrobe department. Ten standard programs make dyeing easy, and the process can be adjusted manually when needed. The DM 120 takes 8 metres of medium-weight fabric.

Technical Data

Size: DM 120 / DM 220
Capacity: DM 120 9 m² | DM 220 12 m² of 170 g/m2 fabric
Water volume: DM 120 25 -160 | DM 220 35-220 liter, steplessly adjustable
Temperature: minimal and maximal limit display of set and actual temperature
Stepless rotational speed: 5 –45 rpm stepless speed control display of set value
Motor power: 0,75 kW
Water connection: input: 2 –5 bar, 25 l/min output: drain valve easy to use
Exhaust vapor ventilation: 100 mm, connected to room ventilation
Electric connection: 400V/20A
Remote connection: LAN connection (Ethernet cable) to the customer’s existing network or 4G/5G mobile connection with a separate SIM card
Controlling: programmable logic controller (PLC) 7” touch screen display
Alarm data: Minimal and maximal water limits minimal and maximal temperature limits motor safety limit of the cover
Total weight: DM 120 250 kg | DM 220 280 kg
Material: stainless steel (exept operating unit)

Technical Description

A dyeing machine for theatre costume departments Theatre and opera wardrobes dye fabrics and finished costumes in small batches, and the shade has to be right. The design draws on ideas and suggestions from experienced costume specialists, so the practical details are made for wardrobe work. It is a small-batch textile dyeing machine, not an industrial textile mill machine. Programs and adjustments The dyeing machine has 10 standard programs, and the process can also be changed manually. The operator can check and adjust water temperature, rotation speed, time and water volume to reach the desired result. The process can be paused and continued with a push of a button. The machine is controlled by a programmable logic controller and a clear 7-inch touch screen. It can also be used for manual dip dyeing. Practical details Wide, far-opening lid Dyeing chamber at slight negative pressure, which reduces steam, moist air and odours spreading into the workroom Water heating stays on even when the lid is opened Hanger for dyeing, for example, the hems of skirts Remote connection by LAN cable to your network or by 4G/5G mobile connection DM 120 and DM 220 The models differ in capacity, and the model is chosen by batch size. The DM 120 takes 8 metres of medium-weight fabric, which is big enough for quick work but still fits smaller rooms. In technical terms the DM 120 takes 9 m² and the DM 220 12 m² of fabric weighing 170 g/m². Both models are stainless steel except for the operating unit. The control monitors minimum and maximum water and temperature limits and the lid safety limit, and raises an alarm on any deviation. Frequently asked questions Is this an industrial textile dyeing machine? No. The DM series was developed for theatre and opera costume departments, which dye small batches. Dyeing machines for continuous textile mill production are a different size class. How much fabric does the machine take? The DM 120 takes 8 metres of medium-weight fabric. In the technical data, the DM 120 takes 9 m² and the DM 220 12 m² of fabric (170 g/m²). Can dyeing be adjusted manually? Yes. Besides the standard programs, temperature, rotation speed, time and water volume can be adjusted, and the machine can be used for manual dip dyeing.