DREF 2000 Friction spinning machines are utilized for the recycling of various    textile wastes as well as the spinning of technical and other yarns for the    following applications:    - Canvas and tarpaulins for the military and civil sector    - High-tenacity core-yarns for ropes, transport- and conveyor belts    - Asbestos substitution for heavy protective clothing    - Blankets    - Cleaning rags and mops    - Deco- and upholstery fabrics    - Outerwear and leisure wear    - Filter cartridges    - Secondary carpet backing The DREF 3000 Friction spinning machine is utilized especially for the    production of multi-component yarns (hybrid yarns) for the following    applications:    - High tenacity fire resistant protective clothing    - Cut protection    - Fire blockers    - Aircraft and contract carpeting    - Canvas fabrics    - Composites for the aviation, automotive and engineering industries.