Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1992
Title: Thomas E. Holshouser: Innovator in Fabric Cutting Technology
Introduction
Thomas E. Holshouser is an accomplished inventor based in Granite Falls, NC (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of fabric cutting technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique method and system for cutting patterned fabrics.
Latest Patents
Holshouser holds a patent for a "Patterned web cutting method and system for operation manipulation." This invention provides a method and system for cutting a web, such as a patterned fabric. It displays a nested template pattern for the fabric along with a superimposed image of the fabric on a display screen. This allows the nested template pattern to be moved relative to the fabric image under operator control. The nested template pattern can be moved as a whole, and individual templates can be moved, rotated, or warped. This results in a new template pattern that aligns with the fabric image, despite defects such as skew, bow, or uneven repeat in the fabric. Once produced, the new template pattern is converted into customized cutting instructions for the fabric. These instructions are used to control a cutting station, such as a laser cutting station, to cut each section of fabric according to its customized cutting instructions. High-speed cutting of patterned fabric is achieved by simultaneously capturing the image of a first section of fabric, generating a customized template pattern for a second section of fabric, and cutting a third section of fabric.
Career Highlights
Holshouser is currently associated with Forcam, Incorporated, where he continues to innovate in the field of fabric cutting technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and precision of fabric cutting processes.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Holshouser has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert L. Campbell and Harry S. Hickman, II. These collaborations have further enhanced the development of innovative solutions in the industry.
Conclusion
Thomas E. Holshouser is a pioneering inventor whose work in fabric cutting technology has made a significant impact. His patented methods and systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and efficiency in the textile industry.