The BD 8 enables spinning mills to succeed in competitive markets worldwide. Available in a standard version as well as in an energy-saving model with the innovative Twinsuction technology, the BD 8 offers an outstanding performance with a measurable increase in efficiency (Fig. 1).

Designed to optimise energy use, the BD 8 significantly reduces power consumption for the technology and impurity channels - without compromising yarn quality, even at extended machine lengths. Compared to previous models, the BD 8 achieves up to 10% lower energy consumption, setting a new benchmark for sustainable, high-quality yarn production (Fig. 2).

Two independent suction units at each end of the machine allow the technology vacuum and the impurity vacuum to be controlled separately, thus reducing the vacuum level by approx. 40%. The continuous, undivided suction channels of the BD 8 are the key to a uniform vacuum along the entire length of the machine. Another feature of the BD 8's outstanding energy concept is the highly efficient drive.

Impurities can be blown directly into the exhaust air duct of the spinning mill. Manual cleaning of the sieves is no longer necessary. The new three-chamber filter system enables efficient waste separation. Good fibres, yarn and impurities are collected separately. This is an ideal prerequisite for the individual further processing of materials and the reduction of fibre waste during spinning. A larger waste chamber reduces operator intervention by 50%, as fewer cleaning cycles are required.

With fast take-up speeds of up to 230 m/min (Fig. 3) and rotor speeds of up to 120 000 rpm, the BD 8 produces with process reliability and excellent quality in all machine lengths, even with package diameters of 320 mm.
The proven Digipiecing digital piecing technology ensures high piecing reliability even with large packages and thus guarantees outstanding productivity. Digipiecing produces piecings of are outstanding strength and appearance (Fig. 4). The digital Corolab Q2 yarn clearer reliably clears the yarn of thick and thin places and checks whether the piecings meet the required standard. In addition, the Corolab F2 clearer eliminates foreign fibres.

The BD 8 can be equipped with the unique Digital Joint Spinning In (DigiJSI) Technology. Reduced energy availability is a major challenge for many countries today. Limited energy resources often lead to power cuts and interruptions in production. Digital Joint Spinning In Technology enables fast, fully automatic machine start-up for up to 600 spinning positions (Fig. 5). After a power failure, the machine is back in production within 10 minutes. The precise digital control system ensures consistent piecing quality. High production losses due to power failures are a thing of the past.

Thanks to its ergonomic and user-friendly operating concept, the BD 8 minimises the effort required for personnel to support production. Preventive inspection rounds are hardly necessary, as multi-coloured LED light strips on all sides of the machine and a three-colour LED signal system at all spinning positions clearly indicate the operating status from a distance. This saves operators a considerable amount of time, especially with long machines. They can also intervene more quickly and in a more targeted manner. Consistent production efficiency is guaranteed.

The BD 8 is very easy to set up. The machine can be intuitively operated via a touchscreen interface (Fig. 6). This saves time and reduces operating errors. All the important settings, including those for the Corolab yarn clearer, can be configured centrally on the screen. Operators do not require any special tools to change the spinning components, which makes the process more ergonomic and faster. The important machine components are easily accessible.

Starting in 2024, BD spinning mills can certify their yarns with the new Belleo yarn brand from Saurer. The Belleo brand is a new member of Saurer's yarn brand portfolio. Belleo represents top yarn quality produced in an efficient and sustainable way on BD machines. The brand supports Saurer customers in successfully marketing of their yarns and fabrics (Fig. 10). Weaving and knitting mills benefit from the Belleo quality philosophy, as Belleo yarns are easy to process and offer a reliable, excellent quality. Belleo yarns can be characterised as "fashionable, innovative and top quality". 

The various customer reviews of the Belleo certification speak for themselves.

Eco Spin Yarns Pvt. Ltd., India
“The Belleo certification will add value to our products and enable us to market our yarns more effectively. We are sure that the Belleo label will open the door to new markets for Eco Spin.” Ashish Jain, Executive Director. 

Bepa Geri Donusum Tekstil Deri San. Ve Tic. Ltd. Sti., Türkiye
“We are very satisfied with our BD machines and the yarn quality they produce. We also receive positive feedback from our customers regarding the further processing of the yarns in the knitting mills.” Bekir Pamukçu, Owner and Onur Pamukçu, General Manager.

Usha Yarns Ltd., India
“High productivity, high take-up speeds and exceptional spinning stability prove the outstanding performance of Saurer BD.” Anurag Gupta, Managing Director.