30 April 2012, Greensboro, NC
Südwolle Group, a leading producer in the field of worsted wool spinning has obtained Oeko-Tex certification to ensure that its yarns are tested to be free from harmful levels of more than 300 substances that are suspected of being dangerous to humans.
27 April 2012, Shanghai
According to Germany’s VDMA Textile Machinery Association, the forthcoming ITMA ASIA + CITME in Shanghai is an excellent platform for German technology suppliers who will play a key role in the technological upgrading of the Chinese textiles industry.
26 April 2012, Muttenz
Specialty chemicals supplier Clariant and Swiss textiles innovator Schoeller have worked with USA based sports performance brand Under Armour to develop its latest coldblack sportswear collection which offers advanced UV protection and reflection. The new collection was launched in March 2012 and is said to be creating a sensation in the US sports market.
25 April 2012, Leicester
Leicestershire, UK based carbon fibre and speciality composite reinforcements manufacturer Formax has announced that it’s new glass Malitronic Multiaxial machine is now operational and working at full capacity.
24 April 2012, Paris
French warp knitting machine engineering company Schinasi International Textile Machines (SITM) has developed what is thought to be the world’s finest weft insertion device for a tricot warp knitting machine in gauge E40 (40 needles per inch).
24 April 2012, Wakayama
In 1962, flat knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki began developing products to benefit the knitting industry under the corporate motto Ever Onward. 50 years later the leading Japanese company continues to supply cutting-edge flat knitting technology and ITMA Asia + CITME 2012, which is being held in Shanghai from 12-16 June, presents an excellent opportunity for Shima to showcase its current offering during its anniversary year.
Leading flat knitting machine manufacturer Stoll has launched its latest knitwear collection – Trend Collection S/S 2013 – Architectural Knits - which focuses on the influence of architecture in knits. The German company creates innovative knitwear collections twice yearly at its Fashion & Technology Center International facilities in Reutlingen, Germany and in New York.
19 April 2012, Reutlingen
Flat knitting machine builder Stoll will be sporting a revamped brand image and showing innovative new technology that it says will deliver greater flexibility, creativity and additional colours for knitters at this year’s ITMA ASIA + CITME show.
18 April 2012, Bologna
Italian company Tinarelli srl, a leader for many years in the construction and supply of boarding and packing machines to the hosiery sector, will be exhibiting at the ITM TEXPO EURASIA 2012 from the 21-24 April in Istanbul at the booth of its Turkish agent Teksel Tekstil.
18 April 2012 - Victoria, B.C. and Portland, OR
Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. (NAT), which produces and markets CRAiLAR, a natural fibre made from flax and other bast fibres, has earned the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label for its CRAiLAR Flax Fiber.
16 April 2012, Paris
Organisers of Interfilière have released details of exhibitors, trends and what designers and buyers can expect from this July’s show in Paris.
17 April 2012, Tokyo
Yeşim Tekstil’s presence with apparel products on display marked the Turkish Fair, an event held in Japan as a part of the Turkish Week.
16 April 2012, Milan
Leading Italian warp knitter Eurojersey has introduced a new range of ‘intelligent’ cosmetic textiles under its patented Sensitive Fabrics brand.
16 April 2012, Albstadt
Groz Beckert has reported strong interest in its CylinderMaster lifting system for the fitting and removal of cylinders on large diameter single jersey circular knitting machines.
12 April 2012, Jakarta
Circular knitting machine builder Terrot will be exhibiting the latest version of its S296-2 high speed single jersey machine for elastane plaiting at a forthcoming machinery showcase in Indonesia. The German company will be exhibiting at INDO inter TEX 2012 together with its local partner PT. Primatek Technologies and invites fabric producers to visit its booth to see the latest Terrot S296-2 machine in action.
Debra Cobb reports from New York
Walking along West 39th Street in New York’s garment district, one might be surprised to see a Stoll knitting machine through a street-level window. It’s a sign that knitwear development is alive and flourishing in New York, in spite of competition from Asia and other global centres of knitwear manufacturing.
Made in Manhattan: New York’s Knitters Enjoy Local Resources
6 April 2012, Brescia
“The metal floor shines with the glory of science and technology, and the roar of the machine shows the surge of industrial age. Under the simple appearance, the distinctive circular knitting technology is trying to bring new concepts and ideas to fairly mature textile industry of China.”
Santoni to offer comprehensive knitting solutions in Shanghai
5 April 2012, Hong Kong
China’s state owned cotton trader Chinatex Corp is set to take over top circular knitted fabric producer Fountain Set. Hong Kong based Fountain Set, formed in 1969 by the Ha Chung-fong family, is reported to be selling 409 million new shares totalling HK$511.3 million to Chinatex Corp, China’s largest cotton trader.
4 April 2012, Golden, Colorado
Phase change materials (PCM) developer and marketer Outlast Technologies has been acquired by Golden Equity Investments, (GEI), a Colorado private equity firm that invests in operating businesses.
4 April 2012, Obertshausen
According to warp knitted lace machinery manufacturer Karl Mayer, warp knitted net curtains are making a comeback and the vibrantly coloured latest interpretations are helping city dwellers in particular brighten up their homes.
3 April 2012, Chemnitz
German circular knitting machine builder Terrot is celebrating its 150th anniversary by launching a new look website - www.terrot.de which will extend the information available on its products whilst making it more accessible.
2 April 2012, New York
New York City based hosiery designer and marketer, Royce Too LLC, announced on Friday it is moving its headquarters to Winston-Salem in North Carolina from NYC in order to capitalize on the local industry talent pool and lower operating expenses there.
2 April 2012, Obertshausen
Leading manufacturer of warp knitting machines and warp preparation machines for both warp knitting and weaving, Karl Mayer, will once again be exhibiting at this year’s ITMA Asia + CITME show in China. The German company will be showcasing its latest technology in Shanghai from 12-16 June, including a new extra wide version of its Wefttronic weft insertion machine for technical fabrics.
