IMPROVING PRODUCT QUALITY BY ENHANCING THE PROCESS OF REMOVING LARGE IMPURITIES FROM RAW COTTON

Abstract

The presence of large impurities in raw cotton has a significant negative impact on product quality and the efficiency of cotton processing enterprises. Large impurities such as stems, burs, sticks, and leaf clusters reduce lint quality, increase machine wear, and cause processing interruptions. This paper investigates methods for improving the process of removing large impurities from raw cotton in order to enhance overall product quality. The study focuses on optimizing technological parameters, improving cleaning equipment design, and enhancing the integration of cleaning stages within the processing line. Experimental and analytical results show that improving large-impurity removal efficiency leads to higher lint cleanliness, reduced fiber damage, and improved economic performance.