In continuation to the circular no. 1 (2000-2001 series) dated 17th April, 2000 on TUFS, in respect of decentralised powerloom sector (Para 9), the Ministry has approved the bench-mark quality parameters of semi-automatic looms for the decentralised SSI powerloom sector by way of new entry 3B at Annexure-D1 of G.R. dtd. 31/01/1999 on TUFS as follows :

   '3B, Semi-automatic loom of 165 cm width and above with features, i.e. weft exhaust stop motion, warp stop motion, warp protector attachment, let off motion (positive/ semi-positive), under-picking motion, take-up motion together with anti-clock motion, efficient braking device to stop the loom within a pick, individual motor drive with clutch system and push button with inching arrangement for starting and stopping and inching, preferably, with the following additional features :

1. lubricating nylon parts/accessories, auxiliary buffer for picking stick;
2. all metallic parts of casting and mild steel should conform to relevant BIS standards, and
3. in case of velvet looms, the ordinary cam motion should be replaced by modern cam motion which reduces the multiple lever or by positive dobby'.