Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Tools and Equipment (hierarchy name)
5. equipment
6. [equipment by material processed]
7. textile working equipment
8. [textile fabricating tools and equipment]
9. textile machines

Anotations

Scope note:

Mechanized devices designed to facilitate maximum shrink-resistance in woolen cloth by exposing the material to a steam atmosphere under controlled pressure. These devices are comprised of hot cylindrical drums around which the woolen cloth is continuously wound with minimum tension while being rotated and sprayed with atomized steam or hot water. Through this process, these devices ensure that the woolen materials experience maximum shrinkage thus preventing further shrinkage during subsequent processing and wearing.