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Company profile	KSL is the innovative solution provider for processing technical and non-technical textiles, leather and composites. At its sites in Kaiserslautern and Bensheim, the company develops, produces and markets high-tech industrial sewing machines, CNC sewing machines, sewing robots (2D/3D), welding machines, docu-seam systems, multi-needle sewing units and fully automated production solutions. Key markets (beyond the traditional areas clothing, shoes and upholstery) are the sectors automotive & aircraft, safety technology (e.g. airbags).
Products & Services	Counting on more than 60 years of experience in the field of technical textiles, KSL has developed functional heads which when combined with robotic systems allow 3D-processing. KSL’s specialty is the development and construction of special sewing heads in combination with the synchronization of the robot movement with the sewing drive. This way a reproducibly consistent stitch length is achieved. In addition to one-side sewing heads, lockstitch or 2-thread chain stitch machine technology is also integrated into such systems. The integration of ultrasonic cutting heads for dry fabrics or prepreg-materials as well as functional heads for measuring and handling jobs are established. Laying heads and Z-pinning heads were developed to precisely introduce or apply reinforcements. The systems are future-oriented and equipped with tool changers so a subsequent extension is possible at any time.
References and export activities	Space: KSL is a special solution provider for several big space companies / Civil Aircrafts: Airbus A380 Pressure Bulk Head; Boeing 787 Test Door & Landing Gear Braces; R&D Center at OEMs; Universities: MSU / Sheffield
Target group	Aerospace Industry, Automotive, Wind Blade Manufacturers,
Competitive advantages	Our highly motivated employees have the necessary experience in process engineering, electronic engineering, automation technology and robotics to master the future challenges of the markets with regard to automation and networking (Industry 4.0). PFAFF INDUSTRIAL and KSL are synonymous for reliable, high-performance and sustainable sewing and welding solutions.
Ideal Business Partners	Tier1 Supplier of structural parts for Automotive, Space and Aerospace Industry/ Universities / R&D Centers / Wind Blade Manufacturers