Innovation that makes the difference

In the global textile industry landscape, few innovations revolutionized production processes as profoundly as Biancalani's AIRO®24. This is not simply a machine, but a vision that has transformed air from an invisible element into the absolute protagonist of textile finishing.

The principle that marked a turning point

The AIRO® principle, introduced and patented in 1985 by Biancalani, is based on the combination of an air-only fabric transport system and high-speed impact of the material against a special stainless-steel grid. But the AIRO®24 represents the most sophisticated evolution of this revolutionary technology.

Imagine a fabric traveling at speeds of up to 1,000 or even 2,800 meters per minute, equivalent to 168 km/h, through air flows designed with extreme precision. This isn't science fiction, it's the daily reality in over 2,000 AIRO® installations worldwide, where every day fabrics of all types acquire that unmistakable softness that the market recognizes as "AIRO® HAND".

Mastery of the invisible: how the magic works

The beating heart of the AIRO®24 is a treatment channel with forms studied with extreme precision. Here, air flows convey the fabric at very high speed in alternating directions, against stainless steel grids designed after years of experience and thousands of installations. It is at this moment that the magic happens: the fabric releases all its kinetic energy, acquiring volume, body, drape, and stability.

The genius lies in the apparent simplicity: no moving mechanical parts in the channel, no resistance to air or fabric. A melody of perfectly orchestrated air flows that makes every fiber dance, enriching the fabric.

Record-breaking sustainability: when excellence meets environmental responsibility

In an era when sustainability is no longer an option but an imperative necessity, the AIRO®24 positions itself at the forefront with certified and measurable environmental performance. With a process efficiency that reaches 95%, the AIRO®24 has obtained the prestigious "CLIMA" (Committed to Low Impact MAchinery) certification for sustainable machinery, certified by RINA and ACIMIT.

This extraordinary performance stems from the intelligent combination of temperature and mechanical action, from the wise concentration of air flows, and from a fabric-to-air heat exchange of surprising efficiency. But the sustainability of the AIRO®24 goes beyond numbers: it represents a holistic approach that combines reduction of environmental impact, optimization of energy consumption, and maximization of productivity.

Thanks to the combination of high efficiency and incredible flexibility, which pairs high drying capacity with low consumption without any compromise on mechanical action, the AIRO®24 represents the textile industry's answer to future environmental challenges. The "CLIMA" certification is not just recognition, but tangible proof of Biancalani's commitment to a more responsible and sustainable textile industry.

Applied intelligence: SMART-SWITCH 2.0 technology

Innovation never stops at Biancalani. The patented SMART-SWITCH 2.0 technology allows fine modulation of mechanical action intensity, independent of drying power. Intelligent control of air flow direction brings a notable increase in drying capacity and productivity, demonstrating how intelligent application of experience can bring concrete results in industrial processes.

Limitless versatility: one system for every fabric

From the diaphanous pride of silk, to the refined honesty of denim, to the humble majesty of terry cloth, AIRO® 24 is capable of handling the personality of every textile surface, bringing out the best in each fabric. Natural, artificial, synthetic fibers, woven fabrics, knitwear, non-wovens, coated or laminated: there are no limits in terms of weight, width, or application.

The available configurations, SINGLE, DUETTO, TANDEM, TRIPLEX, allow meeting every production need, from small specialized productions to large industrial capacities, offering up to 1,400 kg/h of evaporation.

Results that redefine textile excellence

The AIRO®24 doesn't just dry: it transforms every fiber into a superior tactile experience. The complete range of achievable results demonstrates the revolutionary versatility of this technology:

Softness and volume effects:

• • The characteristic AIRO® Hand softness, recognized and certified by the homonymous label
• • Volume and natural drape that enhances every type of fabric
• • Perfect swelling and verticalization of loops in terry cloth for a "cloud-soft" effect
  
  

Special treatments:

• • Controlled hand breaking on particularly rigid fabrics and laminated materials
• • "Peach skin" effect on sanded and brushed fabrics for a unique tactile sensation
• • Opening of chenille and three-dimensionality on jacquards for extraordinary visual effects
  
  

Advanced technical performance:

• • Dimensional stability, relaxation, and increased elasticity, resilience, and sewability
• • Softening and homogenization of surfaces on printed fabrics
• • Total uniformity and absence of directionality on pile fabrics
  
  

Aesthetic and style effects:

• • Wrinkled effect and casual look for contemporary collections
• • Depth and richness of color tones on yarn-dyed fabrics
• • Grain-enhancement and natural/aged appearance on synthetic leather
  
  

Specialized technical applications:

• • Increased adhesion capacity and surface conductivity of non-woven bases before coating
• • Increased breathability and/or hygroscopicity for special applications
• • Compaction, stabilization, and relaxation for optimal technical performance
  
  

Every treatment is a declaration of quality that the most prestigious brands immediately recognize, certified by the unmistakable AIRO® HAND label.

Digitalization and Industry 5.0: intelligent control of the future

Digitalization represents the technological DNA of the AIRO®24. The advanced control system with main and auxiliary touch screens offers complete and intuitive management of all operational parameters, with intelligent storage in personalized recipes and continuous monitoring of process data and energy consumption.

Seamless integration with existing monitoring systems through standard Industry 5.0 protocols (OPC-UA, Open Platform Communications-Unified Architecture) guarantees direct and secure access to all operational parameters. The integrated diagnostic system provides immediate information for rapid and effective interventions, while automatic reporting and data visualization, both local and remote, create a complete digital ecosystem.

This revolutionary approach transforms quality control from a reactive to a predictive one, allowing for the anticipation of process needs and the continuous optimization of production performance.

The future is already here

AIRO®24, a continuous open-width tumble dryer designed around an efficient heat exchange process, enables customers to combine low consumption figures with high productivity, representing not only technological evolution but a true cultural revolution in the world of textile finishing.

When air becomes intelligence, when sustainability meets productivity, when innovation marries Italian manufacturing tradition, AIRO®24 is born: Biancalani's answer to the present and future challenges of the global textile industry.

The AIRO® HAND label certifies the original AIRO® effect obtainable only in a Biancalani machine.

To discover how AIRO®24 can revolutionize your textile production: technologist@biancalani.com