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Italian Textile Machinery Orders Drop 17% In Q2 2024

Textile Insights July 25, 2024

In the second quarter of 2024, the order index for Italian textile machinery experienced a 17% decline compared to the same period in 2023, according to ACIMIT (the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers). The index, measured at 49.8 points (base 2021=100), reflects a

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Max Glass Eco: Karl Mayer’s New Bestseller In Composite Machines

July 14, 2024

The Karl Mayer Technical Textiles Business Unit has introduced the Max Glass Eco, a reliable and economical machine for producing standard reinforcement textiles from glass fibres, especially non-crimp fabrics for the wind power industry. This versatile newcomer, with optional functions, ensures short amortization times and high efficiency. Operating at a maximum speed of

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Italian Textile Machinery Industry Prepares for Green Transition Challenges

July 11, 2024

The General Assembly of ACIMIT, the Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association, held in Milan on July 9, emphasized the industry’s commitment to innovation amidst current global uncertainties. Marco Salvadè, ACIMIT’s president, highlighted key data from the Italian textile machinery sector: in 2023, production and exports both declined by 16%, reaching

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Saurer: The Perfect Polo Shirt With Autoairo 11 Air-spinning

July 10, 2024

The ideal solution for the production of classic polo shirts is Belairo air-spun yarn, produced on the Autoairo 11 air-spinning machine. It fulfils all customer requirements in terms of durability and environmental compatibility and significantly reduces the costs of spinning mills. Polo shirts, the stylish combination of casual and business, are celebrating a comeback,

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Plevatec Pro Makes Complex Processes Transparent And Efficient

July 10, 2024

Enhancing cost-effectiveness, sustainability, transparency and efficiency in textile processes is the primary goal of utilizing sensors and controls. These technologies enable textile producers to conserve significant energy, enhance product quality and achieve traceability and reproducibility in complex processes. Pleva’s Plevatec pro facilitates this by integrating

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Osthoff Offers Sustainable Technology For Producing Superior Quality Knits

July 10, 2024

Osthoff-Senge has specially developed a new singeing machine for processing open-width knit goods with a working width of up to 2600 mm. A.T.E., the complete solution provider in textile machinery, represents Osthoff-Senge GmbH, Germany, the market leader in open width singeing technology. Open-width knit singeing offers many significant advantages, such as: Improved

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YarnMaster PRISMA Launches Compactness Feature For Precision Yarn Monitoring

June 23, 2024

YarnMaster PRISMA has unveiled its new compactness feature, set to transform the compact yarn spinning industry. This advanced tool offers unparalleled precision in detecting long faults, twist deviations, hairiness and compactness differences in yarn. By focusing on minimizing waste and optimizing raw material utilization, the compactness feature significantly reduces

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Innovative Knitting Solutions By Mayer & Cie., Stole The Show At ITM 2024

June 22, 2024

Mayer & Cie., showcased its latest circular knitting portfolio at the ITM in Istanbul, highlighting the SF4 3.2 III, Relanit 3.2 HS II, and innovative solutions for efficiency. Tools like knithawk, for detecting knitting defects, and knitlink, Mayer & Cie’s digital hub, garnered significant interest. Despite a subdued industry presence at ITM, feedback on these

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Rieter To Install World’s First Complete Air-Jet Spinning System With J 70 Technology

June 17, 2024

Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. has signed an agreement with Rieter to implement the world’s first complete spinning process using Rieter’s latest air-jet spinning technology, J 70. This project will elevate automation levels and reduce conversion costs at Baisheng’s operations, setting a new benchmark in air-jet spinning in terms of quality and productivity. Guangxi

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Sedo Treepoint Upgrades Kudu Knit’s Ludhiana Plant With Digital Solutions

June 16, 2024

Sedo Treepoint has announced the successful completion of a significant project for Kudu Knit Process Pvt. Ltd., at their fabric dyeing plant in Ludhiana, India. Kudu Knit, renowned in India’s textile industry for its advanced technological infrastructure and operational excellence, partnered with Sedo to enhance their manufacturing capabilities and digital