The renowned company based in Shijiazhuang in north-eastern China specializes in the processing of recycled staple fibres and focuses on high efficiency and low water consumption. An ISOSIZE and an earlier generation KARL MAYER sizing machine are already in production in its warp preparation department. Pinhua Garments has now invested in another innovative warp preparation solution, a PROSIZE with VSB Size Box. With the signing of the contract, the state-of-the-art sizing equipment celebrates its premiere on the Chinese market.

At the trade fair, the experts from Pinhua Garments first learned about the possibilities of the Smart Size Box HSB and expressed great interest in this latest development for the sizing sector. The advantages of the advanced solution include less unplanned downtime and maintenance costs, and therefore more efficient, but also quality-assured production processes.  Like all PROSIZE Size Boxes, the Smart Size Box enables a cover factor of up to 100% at a maximum sizing speed of 160 m/min, with 200 m/min also possible as an option.

In addition to the Smart Size Box feature, the Size Box VSB was the subject of the exchange with Pinhua Garments Co. The innovative sizing equipment works with a highly efficient application technology that uses up to 10% fewer sizing additives compared to the immersion bath process. This saves costs, energy during desizing and waste water. In addition, the ability to control the yarn tension by the sizing system is an important advantage in view of the demanding processing of cotton. This performance convinced Pinhua Garments: The company ordered a PROSIZE with VSB Size Box.

“This investment is a reinforcing vote of confidence and I’m pleased to see our customer willing to grow with KARL MAYER through different generations and developments of machines,” says Gabriel Chiu, Regional Sales Manager at Warp Preparation Business Unit.

Posted: October 18, 2024

Source: KARL MAYER GROUP

Most of the guests were interested in the innovations in the fields of warp knitting, warp preparation and flat knitting and engaged in in-depth technical discussions. One of the topics of the exchange was the question: How to compete in the strong competition under the current difficult economic conditions? The KARL MAYER GROUP provides an answer, primarily through its products. The global player’s machines stand out from comparable products on the Chinese market thanks to their excellent price-performance ratio.

The warp knitting customers are particularly impressed by the performance and products of the exhibited HKS 2-S in the new gauge E 44. The highly efficient two-bar tricot machine – its output is 200 kg of textile per day – produces a wide variety of fabrics, from top layers for thick down jackets to articles for comfortable outerwear. Their E44 items are also setting trends, particularly in the hot topic of sun protection clothing. With their dense surface, they offer a high UVP factor, are also light and silky, feel cool against the skin and do not wrinkle – a performance that is of particular interest to manufacturers in the outdoor sector. Elastic 4-way stretch articles for outdoor clothing are a focus of many discussions.

Visitors generally show a great willingness to innovate. They are looking for promising applications for their products, for new fabric developments and opportunities to expand their business fields and for machines to realize their ideas. They will find what they are looking for at KARL MAYER, for example in the presentation of warp-knitted apparel fabrics for typical woven applications, comfortable sportswear articles for the growing yoga trend, delicate TEXTRONIC® articles with a uniquely contrasting interplay of transparency and plasticity and spacer fabrics for shoes and clothing.

A highlight for visitors from the flat knitting sector is the CMS 503Ki L E18. At the trade fair, the innovative machine will be producing a chic ladies’ scarf with a lace-like look that is sure to attract attention and is representative of the design potential available. With a working width of 50”, the STOLL machine produces items with an unlimited variety of patterns for a wide range of full fashion applications and with an extended size range. It also offers high productivity. The CMS 503Ki L thus offers everything that manufacturers need in their volatile, price-driven volume markets: a fast response to rapidly changing trends and an excellent price-performance ratio. The CMS 703 ki knit and wear in gauge E10.2 and the ADF 530-32 ki FLEX E7.2, which are likewise on show, are also closely surrounded by trade fair visitors. Both machines also focus on speed in volatile markets.

Customers from the warp preparation sector are impressed by the WARPDIRECT. The universal beam warping machine of the latest generation scores with an excellent price-performance ratio, quality of its products and speed. The warping speed reaches a unique 1,200 m/min. The high-quality warp beams produced enable less yarn waste in the sizing processes, lower costs in warp preparation and maximum efficiency during processing in the weaving mill. Other advantages include high operational reliability and less maintenance work.

There are also many discussions about KM.ON’s digital solutions, in particular Digital Production Management (DPM) as a pioneering solution for the shopfloor organization of warp knitting mills, the Quality Monitoring System (QMS) for AI-based quality management on warp knitting machines and the STOLL PPS powered by KM.ON tool for controlling, planning and optimizing flat knitting production. The design software of the CREATE family is also the subject of many meetings. The exchange focuses on the realization of the designed patterns in the production phase and the exploitation of the various potentials. The virtual modeling of the yarns is particularly well received.

Posted: October 16, 2024

Source: KARL MAYER GROUP

ITMA ASIA + CITME show has always been the main showcase for textile machinery manufacturers in Asia, that absorbs more than 50 percent of global exports. Moreover China is the world’s largest market in the sector (the value of imported textile machinery in 2023 was around 2.6 billion euros).

For Italian manufacturers as well, the Chinese market is the top foreign destination. In 2023, Italian sales to China amounted to 222 million euros. In the first six months of this year, exports to China increased by 38 percent, while the performance of total Italian exports declined slightly in the same period.

“We hope that the recovery of the Chinese market, observed in this first half of the year, may be an early indication of a more general upturn in global demand for machinery,” said ACIMIT President Marco Salvadè.

Over the past few years, demand from Chinese companies has turned to technologies that combine savings in production costs and environmental friendliness, as also demanded by brands and end consumers.

“Today, Italian manufacturers can offer highly customized solutions that are particularly suited to making textile production more sustainable,” Salvadè confirmed. “The Chinese textile machinery market is rapidly evolving, and the level of innovation in the technology requested has risen due to the growing international competition that even Chinese companies face. In Shanghai, Italian manufacturers will display their latest innovations, essential for making textile production more efficient and sustainable.”

ACIMIT (Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers) represents an industrial sector that comprises roughly 300 manufacturers (employing around 13,000 people), which produce machinery for a turnover worth of around 2.3 billion euro, of which 86% are exported. Creativity, sustainable technology, reliability and quality are the hallmarks that have made Italian textile machinery worldwide leaders.

Posted: October 15, 2024

Source: ACIMIT — Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers

In total, the German participation at the fair is the largest from outside China.

China is aiming at a green and low CO2 development of its textile industry. At a press conference on the first day of ITMA ASIA + CITME, Georg Stausberg, member of the board of VDMA Textile Machinery and CEO of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division said: “Topics, such as energy efficiency and the careful use of resources have become increasingly important for Asian customers in recent years, not least due to stricter legal framework conditions. VDMA members and their technologies are the right partners on the road to a greener and low CO2 textile production.”

Export performance
Already in 2023, the global textile machinery exports decreased by 18.6 percent compared to 2022. This was a challenge all major textile machinery producing countries had to face. However, the German exports remained relatively strong and only declined by 3.4 percent in 2023. 2024 did not see a change in the global textile industry and thus the German exports have now also dropped significantly. Between January and July 2024, German exports of textile machinery and accessories summed up to 1.2 billion euros (2023: 1.6 billion euros). The shipping to almost all major markets decreased between January and July: China: 242 million euros (2023: 384 million euros), Turkey: 140 million euros (2023: 180 million euros), USA: 118 million euros (2023: 152 million euros), India: 100 million euros (2023: 153 million euros).

Sales opportunities in Asia

An economic survey of VDMA in September, to which 20 textile machinery companies replied, reflects the global challenging situation. Around 36 percent assessed their current business situation as satisfactory, 54 percent said it was bad. Only very few companies expect the global situation to improve in the next six months.

However, looking at the sales opportunities by regions/countries in Asia, most of the responding companies expect a better business situation in the Asian markets except China in six months. The business situation is expected to be on a satisfactory level then. With regard to this, a presence at ITMA ASIA in Shanghai and next year in Singapore is important for VDMA members to continuously show their innovations and to keep contact with the customers in Asia.

The contribution of leading VDMA members and their technologies to a green textile production:

The presence of VDMA at this year’s ITMA ASIA + CITME is themed Smart technologies for green textile production.

Here are examples of exhibitors that stand for the entire industry:
Georg Stausberg, CEO of Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division stated:
“China continues to have enormous potential for us, even if it has not been able to match the previous times in terms of large new installations of manmade fiber plants and the associated expansion of production capacity for good two years. However, there is still a great need for renewal, especially in terms of sustainability. Shutting down old plants and replacing them with new and energy-efficient technologies is the path to a better and lower-emission future for us all. We have been contributing to sustainability with our technology solutions for decades. Be it by increasing energy efficiency with each new generation of machines or by processing new materials. Oerlikon is proud of the fact that we have been offering innovative solutions under the e-save sustainability label for 20 years and has saved over 15 million tons of CO2 thanks to the machines and systems developed and installed on the market during this time.”

Hailin Xu, CEO Saurer Group said: “Processing recycled and regenerated fibres is becoming increasingly important worldwide. Saurer is a key enabler of the transformation towards a more circular textile business. The product portfolio today includes energy efficient machinery for spinning and twisting yarns from recycled fibres. To enable customers to process extremely short fibres, we continue to develop special solutions, which are also available as retrofits for older machines. In addition, our machines have been developed to reduce energy consumption and maximise raw material utilisation. It’s all about saving resources”.

Dr. Axel Hannemann, head of business unit fiber and pellets, Gneuss Kunststofftechnik explained: “As sustainability becomes more important, fibre producers are shifting towards recycled PET materials, including post-consumer PET bottle flakes and manufacturing waste. However, the increasing demand for PET bottle flakes has led to a scarcity of affordable, high-quality flakes. One challenge in recycling polyester is moisture absorption, which can weaken the polymer during extrusion. Recycling PET fibres, particularly industrial waste, is also difficult due to low bulk density, residual moisture, and spin finish oils. Gneuss offers tailored solutions to address these challenges efficiently.”

On behalf of Karl Mayer Group, Christine Wolters, vice president corporate communications said: “At ITMA ASIA, we are showcasing solutions that support both sustainability and the profitability of our customers. A key focus is on energy consumption: In the warp knitting sector, we present an energy efficiency solution that reduces the power usage of our machines. In warp preparation, we have optimized drying processes for more efficient energy use. Energy, cost, and CO2 savings can be monitored live. Another highlight: Our digital products improve processes with positive impacts on both sustainability and costs”.

“Groz-Beckert’s innovative textile tools enhance energy efficiency in textile manufacturing, driving down production costs. A key development is the introduction of a ‘pay-per-use’ pricing model for tools, which allows companies to align expenses with actual tool usage. This enables manufacturers to better handle demand fluctuations, reduce investment risks, and improve resource management. By focusing not only on product innovation but also on service offerings, Groz-Beckert is advancing both efficiency and sustainability in textile production” stated Eric Schöller, member of the executive board, Groz-Beckert.

Dennis Behnken, managing director of the company Herzog, the most innovative developer and manufacturer of braiding and winding machinery noted: “At Herzog GmbH, we rely on smart technologies to make textile production more sustainable. By using digital solutions, intelligent automation and high production quality, we reduce resource consumption and minimize waste. In this way, we make our contribution to a greener future without compromising on the quality of our products.“

“Customer requirements are rising and skilled staff is becoming scarce. Technologies like sensors and control systems are increasingly important for efficient operation and quality assurance”, Kathrin Pleva, member of management of Pleva GmbH said and continued: “Our process control system PLEVATEC smart is designed to meet exactly those needs. It improves operation at stenters and other drying processes with sensor modules. It enables our customers easy operation to produce faster, save resources and improve product quality and reproducibility. Similarly, our weft-straightener SL smart is easy to operate and maintain while delivering perfect straightening results.”

Tallen Yang, Sales Director Erhardt + Leimer China stated: “Currently, many textile companies are facing challenging times. The lack of turnover, however, is giving room for improvements. How much money can be saved by a proper fabric guiding, that avoids stoppages due to insufficient pinning? How many tons of fabric can be saved by an intelligent, AI-based edge cutting? How much energy can be saved by an optimized stenter management? The time for all these questions is now. And the place for answers is the booth of E+L, leading in process optimization for more than 100 years.”

According to Clemens Kaplan, product manager at Mahlo, a German manufacturer of measuring, control and automation systems for the textile and finishing industry, today’s increasing quality standards require intelligent, AI-supported process and quality management systems. Kaplan said: “As always, Mahlo is ahead of the curve and has reinvented the concept of weft straightening for the second time. The latest straightening technology, Orthopac RXVMC-20, with an AI-supported feed-forward algorithm, paired with a modular process control system, Optipac, revolutionizes straightening from the ground up. Residual distortions and fluctuations in key parameters such as residual moisture, exhaust air humidity, thread density, fabric weight, fixation dwell time, fabric width, liquor pick-up, etc., are now definitively a thing of the past thanks to this new technology.”

For the company SETEX, provider of MES production management software and control systems for textile machines, CEO Oliver Schermuly stated: “Manufacturers need a single source of truth for production data. By integrating all KPIs — from costs to carbon footprint — we provide clarity and enable optimization of production processes. Our SETEX controllers ensure seamless machine communication, capturing robust real-time KPIs. This interaction allows fine-tuning, maximizing machine potential beyond standard MES functions into advanced manufacturing excellence. AI-powered smart recipes reduce waste and boost efficiency. Unified data enhances productivity, supports digital product passports, and drives digitalisation for smarter, more sustainable production. Together, we’re creating a single source of truth to build a better, greener world.”

Tobias Schurr, member of the management board of Weitmann & Konrad explained: “Textile producers getting more and more pressure from brands and retailers to optimize CO2 footprint and water consumption on their products without increasing their price level. From technology standpoint it could be mostly achieved only by integrating cost intensive, completely new machines with new, sometimes unknown technology. The total investment and running costs have to lead to a price increase which is not accepted in the actual market conditions. What if there is a possibility to upgrade your existing continuous dyeing or finishing line to reduce strongly your CO2 footprint, your water consumption and raise your productivity with a much smaller invest?“

No shortage of chances in China and other Asian markets

The VDMA team in Shanghai is staffed again with colleagues from the VDMA headquarters in Germany as well as from VDMA China. With these joined forces, the team is well prepared to support the exhibiting member companies on site.

Dr. Harald Weber, Managing Director VDMA Textile Machinery Association, summarised: “Although facing a difficult market situation, this year’s ITMA ASIA is an essential showcase for the member companies of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association. There is definitely no shortage of chances and opportunities in China and other Asian markets. The exhibiting members will demonstrate their smart technologies that can pave the way to a green textile production and are looking forward to welcoming numerous visitors from various countries to their booths in Shanghai.”

Posted: October 14, 2024

Source: The German Textile Machinery Association (VDMA)

Jean-Pierre Inchauspe, Jeanologia’s Business Director for Asia, highlights the significance of this showcase: “ITMA Asia is the perfect stage to demonstrate how our technologies are revolutionizing the textile industry by seamlessly integrating sustainability and efficiency into every step of the production process. As the world’s leading textile producer, China plays a pivotal role in advancing eco-efficiency in the industry, and we are proud to contribute to that change.”

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Jeanologia’s laser technology, which has transformed denim production and design. Since its introduction in 1999, the technology has eliminated harmful practices like sandblasting and has evolved to boost productivity through automation and resource optimization, all while delivering consistent, high-quality results. It has also revolutionized the industry by enabling precise, natural-looking reproduction, raising the standard for garment aesthetics. Committed to sustainability, the latest laser technology eliminates the need for PP spray and sandpaper, promoting a more ethical and responsible denim production process that reduces both water and hazardous chemicals usage.

A new era of waterless stone washing

Jeanologia’s dedicaton to sustainability extends to other innovations, including the G2+ INDRA system for garment washing, which will be featured at ITMA Asia. This revolutionary system ages jeans using only atmospheric elements, eliminating the need for water and pumice stones. As a groundbreaking alternative to traditional stone-washing, it reducing water consumption by up to 96 percent.

“With G2+ INDRA, we’ve introduces a disruptive shift in denim production. Not only do we optimize resources, but we also deliver a sustainable and authentic finish­–setting the standard for the future of fashion,” Inchauspe said. With the capacity to process up to 50 million jeans annually, Jeanologia anticipates rapid adoption of this technology in the coming years, accelerating the fashion industry’s shift toward sustainable practices.

In Shanghai, the company will also showcase its solutions for knitwear, including the ColorBox equipment line for garment dyeing, and the application of the G2 + Indra system for color aging.

ColorBox offers a sustainable dyeing alternative, reducing water, chemicals, salts, and energy usage–cutting water and chemical use by 60 percent, energy by 45 percent, and salt by 76 percent compared to conventional dyeing methods. This solution not only minimizes environmental impact but also ensures precise color reproduction, allowing rapid responds to demand and trends by applying the dyeing process directly onto garments.

Jeanologia will further demonstrate how its G2 Ozone technology, powered by the patented Indra system, enables natural color aging and creates tie-dye and iced effects without hazardous chemicals, while significantly conserving water.

A strong commitment to China and global sustainability

Jeanologia has been active in China for over 18 years, installing more than 400 machines and establishing a team of local laser designers and product reengineering experts. This commitment underscores China’s vital role as a global textile producer and a key player in the adoption of sustainable practices.

Jeanologia’s “China for China” strategy supports the country’s leadership by providing cutting-edge technological solutions that align economic growth with environmental protection. Currently, over 20 percent of all jeans produced in China are made using Jeanologia’s technologies, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for major brands.

At ITMA Asia, Jeanologia will invite industry professionals to explore how its technologies can help transform the textile industry into a more circular model, free of water and waste. “We are leading the way to a new era in fashion — one that is digital, automated, and truly sustainable, benefiting both people and the planet,” Inchauspe concluded.

Jeanologia continues to prove that technological innovation can go hand in hand with sustainability and efficiency. At ITMA Asia, it will further cement its role as a leader in the global transformation of the textile industry.

Posted: October 14, 2024

Source: Jeanologia

Held October 14-18 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre Shanghai, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 grosses 160,000 square meters, occupying six halls of the venue. It brings together some 1,700 leading textile machinery manufacturers from 22 countries and regions to promote their latest technological offerings.

The exhibition is owned by CEMATEX and its Chinese partners – the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT TEX), China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA) and China Exhibition Centre Group Corporation (CIEC).

Alex Zucchi, president of CEMATEX, said: “It is heartening to note that the combined exhibition in Shanghai has continued to grow in size. Recognized as the largest textile machinery showcase in Asia, it has expanded by 9 percent compared with the 2022 edition in terms of exhibition space. Besides the wide array of automation and digital technologies, the exhibition will also feature an interesting range of environmentally-friendly solutions that will help us build a more sustainable textile industry.”

Gu Ping, president of China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA), remarked: “The exhibition is a much-awaited technological showcase as China’s textile industry is in a critical period of transition to a more advanced form. This year’s exhibition will support our country’s current ‘new quality productivity’ drive, which places strong emphasis on high-end manufacturing and the development of intelligent technology and sustainable practices.”

Quality technological showcase

Encompassing the complete textile and garment manufacturing value chain, the exhibits are classified into product sectors, ranging from spinning, weaving, knitting, printing, dyeing and finishing to nonwovens, embroidery, garment making, recycling, testing and other areas. Among the highlights are automated production lines, digital solutions for enhanced productivity, and the latest technologies that reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 features exhibits from 17 product sectors. Based on product categories, the dyeing and finishing sector occupies the largest area, accounting for 22 percent of the total exhibition space booked by exhibitors. It is followed by spinning and the man-made fiber production (19 percent), knitting (16 percent), weaving (14 percent) and printing and inks (10 percent) sectors.

These technologies and solutions are offered by established textile machinery manufacturers. The number of exhibitors has increased by about 12 percent compared to the 2022 edition. Exhibitors from mainland China rank first, taking up more than 80 percent of the total space. They are followed by exhibitors from Germany; Japan; Italy; Taiwan, China; and Belgium.

The combined exhibition features a curated, quality showcase; only manufacturers of textile machinery and owners of intellectual property (IP) rights are qualified to exhibit. An onsite IP office has been set up with legal and technical experts present to supervise and handle any IP related disputes during the exhibition.

The combined exhibition has been extensively promoted through local and overseas promotions to draw buyers. Overseas roadshows were conducted in some key textile producing hubs in Asia. At the same time, an intensive direct marketing programme, and collaboration with trade media partners were undertaken.

The combined exhibition ends on October 18, 2024. Opening hours are from 900 to 1700 hours except on October 18 when the exhibition closes at 1600 hours. Visitors can purchase their badges onsite at 50 yuan for a one-day badge and 100 yuan for a five-day badge.

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 is organised by Beijing Textile Machinery International Exhibition Co Ltd and co-organised by ITMA Services. The Japan Textile Machinery Association (JTMA) is a special partner of the show.

For more information, please visit www.itmaasia.com or www.citme.com.cn

Posted: October 14, 2024

Source: CEMATEX, CCPIT Tex, CTMA & CIEC

Given the current global economy’s cost sensitivity and the rising emphasis on sustainability from brands, consumers and regulatory bodies, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly textile production methods. Baldwin’s team will be on hand at ITMA Asia to discuss how its technology aligns with the sustainability and carbon footprint objectives of the textile supply chain, all while enhancing performance and reducing costs.

Baldwin’s TexCoat G4 non-contact spray technology presents multiple advantages over traditional finishing methods. It revolutionizes the traditional water- and energy-intensive pad-dry-cure finishing process by precisely applying chemistry including softeners, antimicrobials, durable water repellents, flame retardants, resins and most other water-based chemicals across the textile surface only where it is required, on one or both sides of the fabric. The system can therefore reduce water, chemistry and energy consumption by up to 50 percent compared to traditional pad application processes. It utilizes the same chemicals as conventional pad baths without needing special additives.

At ITMA Asia, visitors will have the opportunity to see the technology up-close and experience a diverse selection of fabric samples with finishes that were applied with TexCoat G4, sourced from textile mills worldwide.

“In 2024, Baldwin has enjoyed amazing success in Asia with the adoption of TexCoat G4 with multiple new installations in Bangladesh, China, India and Pakistan just to name a few,” said Rick Stanford, Vice President of Global Business Development, Textiles, BW Converting. “Factory owners are investing in TexCoat G4 because it is the right thing to do for the planet and it pays for itself in short order through water, chemical and energy savings.  Everybody wins with TexCoat G4.”

Baldwin’s recently announced collaboration with Monforts and Archroma further amplifies its commitment to sustainable textile finishing. This partnership merges Monforts’ state-of-the-art finishing equipment, Archroma’s leading-edge chemistries, and Baldwin’s TexCoat G4 spray technology to deliver next-generation sustainable solutions. Together, the three companies will support dyeing and finishing manufacturers, a critical part of the textile supply chain, in their development projects, boosting the quality and performance of their finished products, while at the same time maximizing the productivity and resource utilization of the finishing application process.

Posted: October 9, 2024

Source: BW Converting

Carbon fabrics for lucrative applications

The innovative global player’s exhibition in Shanghai clearly focuses on developments in the carbon market. In hall 4, at stand C27 of the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center, tailor-made reinforcement textiles will be presented, which can be used in a wide range of lightweight construction applications. “The demand for carbon composites has increased significantly in recent years, particularly in Asia. We are looking forward to talking to traditional warp knitting customers who want to expand their offering, as well as new customers who want to gather information on applications with these high-performance composite materials,” says Jan Stahr, sales manager for China at KARL MAYER’s Technical Textiles business unit.

At KARL MAYER, they will not only find the right multiaxial warp knitting machine to produce high-performance reinforcement fabrics for composite materials but will also receive useful know-how gained from years of experience.

Warp knitting machines with weft insertion and a convincing price-performance ratio

In addition to the textile and application show in Shanghai, there will be a machine presentation during an in-house show accompanying the trade fair at KARL MAYER (CHINA) in Changzhou. The event begins on October 13. Two innovative warp knitting machines with weft insertion aimed at the volume market will be on show: a second generation TM WEFT for the production of lightweight fabrics with weft insertion for outerwear fabrics and interlinings and the newly developed WEFT GRID ECO machine.

The TM WEFT was included in the exhibition program due to the high demand and positive feedback during the last in-house show. On display will be a model with a 247” working width, carbon bar equipment and functional optimization. Thanks to the advanced development of the crank box system, a 20-percent increase in performance has been achieved with the new release. The TM WEFT will be producing an outerwear article during the in-house show.

The new WEFT GRID ECO is specified for the efficient production of “light” glass grid structures from materials with gauges of up to 400 tex in the weft inlay and warp inlay thread area. These textiles are mainly used in the construction industry, for example as plaster grids or crack tape. When developing the machine, the focus was more than ever on the price-performance ratio.

“The working width is 245“, and the speed is 1,800 rpm, making the WEFT GRID ECO up to 12-percent faster and 20-percent cheaper than our all-purpose machine WEFTTRONIC II G,” explained Jan Stahr.

Thes sales manager is looking forward to the first participation in a major international trade fair in Asia since the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to Chinese customers, he is expecting a large international audience.

Posted: October 9, 2024

Source: The KARL MAYER GROUP

The FabJet Pro is designed to meet the demands of ultra-wide format direct-to-fabric printing, accommodating widths of up to 3.2 meters. It delivers high productivity without compromising precision or print quality, seamlessly blending cutting-edge digital technology with high-performance industrial capabilities. Equipped with 32 Kyocera or 48 Konica Minolta Print heads and a sticky belt system, the FabJet Pro ensures unparalleled accuracy and clarity with every print.

Available in configurations offering 8 color options, the FabJet Pro delivers print speeds of up to 654 square meters per hour, enabling quick turnaround times even for ultra-wide applications. Its versatility makes it ideal for producing large textiles such as bed sheets, curtains, and more. The FabJet Pro offers vibrant, high-definition prints on a wide range of materials including cotton, viscose, silk, and wool, and is mainly suitable for the customized home furnishing textile segment, particularly for producers of home décor products like curtains, bed covers, and sofa covers,” the company said.

The printer’s innovative Sticky Belt Technology provides a superior grip on low GSM fabrics, allowing for a diverse array of fabric applications. Moreover, the FabJet Pro is designed with sustainability at its core, reducing water and energy usage, and supporting eco-friendly textile production.

“We are excited to introduce the FabJet Pro to the market,” said Arun Varshney, vice president and business head. “This innovative solution represents a significant leap forward for the textile printing industry, addressing two crucial needs: increased production capacity and sustainability. By offering exceptional print quality and speed, the FabJet Pro allows manufacturers to meet the growing demands of the market while maintaining the high standards that customers aspire to.

Join ColorJet at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 in Shanghai, where the FabJet Pro will make its grand debut. Witness firsthand how this iconic solution is poised to redefine the future of digital fabric printing.

Posted October 8, 2024

Source: ColorJet

KARL MAYER has further differentiated its range of double raschel machines and thus better tailored them to market requirements. The DM 6/2-6 EN is a new addition to the family of high-performance machines for the production of spacer fabrics. With a speed of 850 rpm, this newcomer offers the same working speed as its range neighbours, the RD 6/1-12 EN and RD 7/2-12 EN. However, thanks to its special technical focus on the production of lightweight 3D warp-knitted fabrics, it is significantly lower in price. The configuration on offer includes a trick plate distance of 2 to 6 mm and a working width of 138″ making the DM 6/2-6 EN ideal for the highly efficient production of spacer fabrics for the luggage and furniture sector. The flexible RD 6/1-12 EN is still the machine of choice for the production of technical spacer fabrics for home textiles and plush applications, while the RD 7/2-12 EN sets standards in the production of 3D articles with a wide range of designs for shoes and automotive applications.

If you want to see the performance of the DM 6/2-6 EN for yourself, you should visit the in-house show during the upcoming ITMA ASIA + CITME at KARL MAYER (CHINA) in Changzhou. This is where the new double raschel machine will celebrate its premiere.

The event begins on 13 October with the opening of the KARL MAYER GROUP’s new showroom and, in addition to the new double raschel machine, has six other machine highlights and numerous textile innovations in store for visitors.

Posted October 8, 2024

Source: Karl Mayer