Semi Automatic Coir Loom

Abstract

Coconut consists of water and copra contained in a hard shell covered with fibrous husk protecting it from damages. Fibre is extracted from coconut husk mechanically and is used in making several products with wide applications. One of the products is 2-ply yarn used in the manufacture of mats and mattings. The coir mats are used in households and other establishments as corridor mats, door mats, etc. Some of the other applications are latex backed mats, rubber edged mats, decorative mats, etc. The mattings are used as wall to wall door coverings in play grounds as carpets, etc.