Industrial laundries wash and dry textiles in a highly automated environment to cope with the large quantities of dirty linen, however they still require manual work for a few gaps in the automation chain. Most notably, each folding machine requires an employee who feeds the laundry and spreads it out without any wrinkles. 

Human labor involves high costs, with 30% of the personnel costs in laundries being accounted for by equipping folding machines. At the same time, labor shortages are one of the most pressing issues of our time and they are especially prevalent in tasks that involve repetitive manual work.

Our VELUM system steps in to provide a solution. sewts VELUM feeds towels and other terrycloth into folding machines, closing this significant gap in automation of industrial laundries. Our inhouse developed AI analyzes the textile and translates these findings into robotic commands. VELUM is optimized for adaptability and handles all sorts of towels up to sizes of 1x2m – without restrictions regarding color or texture.

While establishing VELUM for your laundry entails an up-front investment into high-quality hardware, the subsequent cost for our software license is significantly less than that of manual labour. After just 1,5 to 2,5 years, VELUM will reduce your operating expenses while offering exceptional flexibility and reliability. It’s not just an automation solution, but also an optimization.

All components of VELUM are proven to have a long lifespan. Our robots are without need of manufacturer maintenance for up to 7 years, while the cameras, motors and further components are free of maintenance for life. Your software will be updated and new features will be implemented regularly, providing increasing value to you and your business.