Loom Setup and Warp Tension Verification Log

Inspection log for loom start-up to verify warp tension, reed and heddle setup, and pick density before production weaving begins.

Inspection Details

• Loom identification recorded
  Record the loom ID, machine number, or asset tag used for this start-up verification.
• Date and time of start-up verification
  Capture when the loom setup verification was completed.
• Operator or inspector name recorded
  Enter the name or employee ID of the person completing the verification.

Warp Tension Verification

• Warp tension is uniform across the width of the loom
  Verify that warp tension is even from selvedge to selvedge and suitable for the intended fabric construction.
• Warp tension measurement recorded
  Record the measured warp tension at start-up.
• Warp tension within target specification
  Confirm the measured tension falls within the job or SOP target range for the fabric being woven.

Reed and Heddle Setup

• Reed installed correctly and secured
  Verify the reed is the correct specification for the job and is seated and secured properly in the beater/frame.
• Heddles threaded according to draft
  Confirm heddle threading matches the approved weave draft and no mis-threaded ends are visible.
• Warp ends are evenly distributed through reed dents
  Check that ends per dent match the draft and there are no crowding, skips, or unintended doubles.

Pick Density and Fabric Formation

• Initial pick density measured
  Record the pick density at loom start-up or after the first sample section.
• Pick density within target specification
  Confirm the measured pick density matches the approved construction requirement for the fabric style.
• Fabric formation is consistent at start-up
  Verify the first woven section shows stable shed formation, even beat-up, and no obvious distortion or barre.

Loom Readiness and Release

• No visible defects or obstructions affecting operation
  Confirm there are no loose parts, obstructions, or setup issues that could affect safe and consistent weaving.
• Corrective actions documented for any deficiencies
  Describe any non-conformance found during setup verification and the action taken to correct it.
• Loom released for production
  Final authorization that the loom is ready to run after all required checks are complete.