Abstract: Method and apparatus for starting a running length of yarn to wind at a given point on a rotating bobbin during yarn stringup of a bobbin winder with a thrustable tail forming stringup aid are provided. The method features actuating a sensor to sense the presence of a moving yarn guide to operate a solenoid for thrusting a stringup aid to an operative, tail forming position, thereby causing the yarn to start winding on the bobbin at the desired given point. The apparatus comprises a sensor, actuated by the moving yarn guide, and a solenoid, operated by the actuated sensor to thrust a stringup aid into operative position. The method and apparatus ensure consistent formation of good transfer tails.

Abstract: A dolly is provided for transporting and storing textile tubes. The dolly comprises a split shallow-walled platform mounted on a plurality of casters. The two halves of the platform are hinged so that they can be pivoted to an open or closed position. One half of the platform is mounted on at least two stationary casters to inhibit lateral movement of the dolly when in the open position.