Sonobond offers 10 ultrasonic bonders for textile applications

Sonobond Ultrasonics announced that it now has 10 machines,plus several modules for original equipment manufacturers(OEMs),that provide fast, reliable, and cost-effective ultrasonic bonding of woven and nonwoven textile products.

According to Sonobond’s Vice President, Melissa Alleman, “Manufacturers and assemblers can confidently use Sonobond units to bond textiles that are 100% synthetic, as well as blends that have up to 40% natural fibers. Felted filter media are among the nonwoven materials that our machines handle effectively.”

The following is an overview of the ultrasonic bonding equipment for oven textiles and nonwovens currently available from Sonobond Ultrasonics.

The SeamMaster - for General-Purpose Ultrasonic Bonding
The Sonobond SeamMaster seals, “sews,” and trims nonwoven and synthetic fabrics in one quick, reliable step. The unit is similar in appearance and operation to traditional sewing machines, but uses no thread, glue, or other consumables. The SeamMaster fuses and seals seams so effectively that it can be used in the assembly of medical disposables that must comply with OSHA regulations for barrier seams. This makes it ideal for use in the production of gowns, face masks, and mattress covers. The unit—which is up to four times faster than conventional sewing machines and up to 10 times faster than adhesive machines—is also frequently used in the assembly of filters and protective products.

The SeamMaster - High Profile Bonder
The SeamMaster High Profile Bonder has a larger pattern wheel and a higher clearance above the bench than the generalpurpose SeamMaster. This makes it the ideal choice for applications involving bulky materials, hand-guided operations with tight tolerances, and for working around curves. Like the generalpurpose SeamMaster, the High Profile Bonder has fast production speeds and virtually eliminates fraying or unraveling of bonded edges and seams. The SeamMaster High Profile Bonder is especially popular with body armor manufacturers. They use this unit to seal the outer nylon shell of ballistic vests with the ballistic-resistant materials inside. The reliability of the bond helps the body armor comply with the latest National Institute of Justice(NIJ) submersion test standards (NIJ 0101.06) that require protection from submersion for 30 minutes, rather than protection from a spray shower. The unit’s dependability and performance also make it ideal for manufacturers who must satisfy OSHA regulations for barrier seams in medical apparel. In addition, a special fixture is available for sewing pleated filters. It is also available as a modular unit for easy integration into the production process.

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KARL MAYER’s HKS 4 F terry machine makes a comeback

The Germans are well-known for their cuckoo clocks, garden gnomes and their craftiness in getting the best places on the beach at holiday destinations all over the world.

At the crack of dawn, they sneak down to the beach to stake their claim on their little bit of sand – using that indispensable item of beach kit – a large beach towel. This soft, loop-pile fabric can do much more than simply act as a textile demarcation line. We use it to dry off and keep warm, it brightens up the bathroom and beach alike, and pampers our skin. Fleecy terry bathrobes and towels, which are soft and colour-coordinated, also make the spa experience even more enjoyable. And, of course, terry fabrics are indispensable for all those cleaning jobs.

These exquisite, high-end textiles can be produced efficiently on KARL MAYER’s HKS 4 F machine. This terry machine processes filaments to produce all the usual terry fabrics with loops on one side only or on both sides, and was refined and improved at the end of 2006, beginning of 2007. The technical improvements have boosted performance by up to 74% and reduced the cost by 25% compared to the previous model. This upgrade sold very well for a time, but was subsequently removed from the range through lack of demand.

Since the middle of this year, however, the wind of change has been blowing on the market for warp-knitted bath/beach textiles and there has been an obvious increase in demand – which was a good enough reason for KARL MAYER to incorporate this tried-and-tested, four-bar, high-speed tricot machine into its range again. The HKS 4 F will be available again as of May 2010. Its impressive technical features include: maximum machine speeds of up to 1,400 min-1, gauges of E 24 and E 28 as standard, and a working width of 136".

Basically, the terry machine is available in two different versions, the HKS 4 FB(Z) and HKS 4 F. The HKS 4 FB(Z) is particularly suitable for producing cotton goods, but can also produce fabrics from filament yarns without any problems. On the other hand, the HKS 4 F can only process filament yarns – but at a much higher speed than the HKS 4 FB(Z).

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KARL MAYER’s RSE 4-1 to set new speed standards

KARL MAYER’s RSE 4-1 is definitely the fastest four-bar raschel machine in the world, and will soon have even more accolades heaped upon it. It will be launched onto the market in April 2010 as the most reliable machine in its series. It will set new speed standards and operate with precision accuracy - completely independently of the climatic conditions.

The speed has been increased by integrating innovative CFRP components into the machine construction, which has been specially adapted to handle these components. This is a technological quantum leap forward, which has already enabled some of the other high-speed warp knitting machines produced by KARL MAYER to be operated extremely successfully by the company’s clients.

The RSE 4-1 is the first raschel machine to be equipped with the CFRP components. All the bars on this highly efficient machine for processing stretch fabrics have been manufactured from this lightweight, stable material. The entire machine, from the needles to the basic machine design, has been modified to cope with the resulting increase in speed.

The changes that have been made to the needles have focused on increasing the resistance to lateral distortion, whereas aspects of the basic machine design were optimised specifically in terms of the machine dynamics. The modifications that were made to improve the stability, both of the bars as well as the basic machine, were made by carrying out detailed and extensive calculations using tried-and-tested procedures, such as the finite element method and multi-body simulation systems. Nothing was left to chance and this can be seen quite clearly from the results of these technical improvements.

The weight of the CFRP bars has been decreased by as much as 25% compared with the conventional type, whilst the rigidity has been increased. This has opened up more scope for setting the maximum achievable speed. Above all, however, the use of CFRP materials results in an exceptional temperature stability during production. The temperature window for problem-free machine running has been extended from +/- 2ºC to +/- 7ºC.

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Sawgrass offers Cap Cleaning Kit for Brother GT-541 DTG printer

Sawgrass Technologies Consumer Division, a world leader in consumer product printing solutions, announced the immediate availability of a Cap Cleaning Kit for the Brother GT-541 direct-to-garment printer. The kit is included with the back ink cartridge at no extra cost for NaturaLink B customers.

It is recommended by the manufacturer that the Wiper Cleaner be replaced with every black ink cartridge. The Cap Cleaning Kit is individually packaged and contains not only the Wiper Cleaner, but also cleaning solution, swabs and latex gloves to facilitate the replacement of the Wiper Cleaner.

NaturaLink B is color-matched with OEM Brother Inks, so a customer can change out one color at a time, or all colors at the same time. Sawgrass’ plug-and-print compatibility makes changeover a breeze.

“NaturaLink B offers better wash fastness and a 25% savings over OEM Brother ink. We are very pleased with the positive reports from Brother GT-541 owners who have switched to NaturaLink B,” said Mike McEvoy, Vice President of Marketing for Sawgrass Technologies. “It’s a win-win for customers looking for high performance and economy.” 

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2nd Knit+tex Bangladesh 2009 International Expo begins

“2nd Knit+tex Bangladesh 2009 International Expo” organized by CEMS in association with BKMEA has started at Bangabandhu International Conference Center, Dhaka.

The exhibition was inaugurated by Honb’l chief guest Mr.Mohammad Faruk Khan, Minister for Commerce, Government of the Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh. BGMEA President Mr. Anisul Haque were present as special guest. BKMEA President Mr. Fazlul Hoque and President & Group Managing Director of CEMS Global Ms. Meherun N. Islam were also present there. After the successful holding of the 1st edition last year, BKMEA – Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers & Exporters Association and CEMS - Conference & Exhibition Management Services Ltd., are again jointly organized the 3-day “2nd Knit+tex Bangladesh 2009 International Expo” – A Comprehensive International Exhibition on Knitting Technology and Machinery for the entire Knitwear sector of Bangladesh will continue up to December 12, 2009.

Bangladesh Knitwear is exported to over 100 countries of the world and has surpassed the US$ 5.2 billion in its exports in the first 10 months of the Fiscal Year 2008-09 which is 18.13% higher than the same period of last fiscal year. Now Bangladesh is the third largest supplier of Knitwear in the world after China and Turkey. The knitwear sector of Bangladesh is almost self sufficient and has acquired the confidence of the investors and is the most potential export earning sector of the country.

With the ever growing exports of Knitwear of Bangladesh reaching new heights, the "2nd KNIT+TEX Bangladesh 2009 International Expo” organized jointly by BKMEA & CEMS, is placed in a perfect timing where total investments in the sector crosses US$ 2 billion, hence this show will be a unique opportunity for exhibiting machinery manufacturers to interact with the Knitting sector to further promote their machinery / services in Bangladesh.

The Knitwear Industry of Bangladesh has the Key position in the export sector. Keeping in mind the potential of this sector and to further boost the exports, such an exhibition is essential which displays the latest technology that our Knitwear industry can obtain to update with the quality of the competitors in the world Market. With the ever increasing competition in the world market, the Knitwear Industry of Bangladesh can expand their share in the market abroad and at the same time could attract more foreign investment in our highly potential Industry, specially the Knitwear Industry.

Nearly 75 Exhibitors from over 15 countries are participating in `2nd Knit+tex Bangladesh 2009’. This exhibition, focused on the entire Knitting Industry will play an important role by assembling Worldwide Technology, Machinery and Material manufacturers at the doorsteps of the Knitwear Manufacturers of Bangladesh under one roof to apprise them of the latest developments and technology available for them.

Media partners are Channel-i, Daily Shamokal, New Age and Radio Amaar, Technology Partner is ACER.

The Exhibition will be open for Trade visitors only everyday from 10.30 am to 7.30 pm upon registration at the Expo venue.

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Textiles Committee releases census of textile engineering secto

The Census of Textile Engineering Industry (TEI) Units has been initiated by Textiles Committee mainly to fill up the data gap required for policy decision pertaining to textile machinery industry in India.

The absence of data on the machinery sector is an impediment in policy decision-making and its growth plans. The TEI produces virtually the entire range of textile machinery for cotton, blended and manmade fibre textiles. The major share of global production of textile machinery is concentrated in the developed countries like Germany, Switzerland, Italy, USA, Japan and the UK. Competition from high tech machinery of European and South-East Asian countries is a real challenge to the very existence of this industry.

The TEI in India is fully capable of serving the domestic textile industry and well as exports. The entire range of equipments required for forming lint and manmade fibres upto finished fabrics are produced in India. Side by side, the ancillary and textile testing and monitoring equipment sectors too developed appreciably.

The main objective of the paper is to delineate the present status of the textile engineering industry in India and then to compare its position vis--vis the global exports of textile machinery. Two sections are exclusively devoted; the first on the textile engineering industry status and the second the position of the industry in global trade.

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Unique tangalia weaving art receives GI ta

Recently, the Tangaliya Hastkala Association, located in Wadhwan, Gujarat has recieved the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) assisted the association in procuring the GI registration. The products for which the GI registrations were sought are Shawls, Sarees and handkerchiefs. 

Tangalia craft has a distinction of its own. It consists of knotting a contrast color thread, along the warp and pushing them together to create the effect of raised dots. This unique art is done using wool, cotton, silk, acrylic and viscose. The tangaliya products are made up of natural and synthetic material or a combination of both. 

Since ages, weavers have designed motifs inspired by nature and their surroundings. Tangaliya motifs have a very geometric and graphic feel. The emphasis is on basic shapes like squares, rectangles, triangles and circles. The placement of ach dana is done precisely by calculating the distance between the warp and the weft yarns. Lots of contrasting colors are used in dana work. Commonly used colors are Blue, Green, red, pink, black, grey, maroon, purple and orange. White is used most prominently along with other colors.

The most basic motif of Tangaliya is the Ladwa - it refers to a ladoo, an Indian sweet. The other predominant motifs are peacock, felt of peacock, Ambo tree (Mango tree), Khajuri (Date palm tree), peacock on bush, peacock with diamond shape motif and peacock sitting on bungalows and airplanes. Tangaliya is produced in Surendranagar district of Gujarat and is spread over around 26 villages, practiced by a particular community called "Dangasia" (earlier a part of the Shepherd community). 

Tangaliya Weavers Association established under the Societies Registration Act 1860 is responsible for the production and marketing of Tangaliya. Tangaliya (also spelled as Tangalia) is a very unique craft and has its origin and history in the roots of early settlement of life in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, unfortunately, this craft either remained unnoticed or beyond the reach of the craft historians. Moreover, the craft was basically produced for the use of the community, which also created self-sufficiency and sustainability in supporting the entire community with clothing.

Tangalia craft which is distinctive from others consists of knotting a contrast color thread, along the warp and pushing them together to create the effect of raised dots. The effect is created without the use of any mechanical device and is manufactured using pit loom, which is installed in their homes, as the craft is basically a household activity. The pit looms do not have a warp beam; instead, the yarn hank is knotted to a pole from which the yarns are connected through the heald shafts to the cloth roll at the weavers end.

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Wipe to clean both water and oil-based grime

KB Seiren Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan textile producer Seiren Co., has launched a wipe, which has dual applications. It can eliminate both water and oil-based grime.

The new wipe has been produced from industrial-grade Belima yarn with fibers just one-five microns in diameter and the yarn has 12 times the surface area of typical industrial yarns.

The filament produced from these fibers is just 0.1 decitex in diameter and is so fine that just, 453 grams or just one pound is enough to encircle the globe.

This enables it to wipe away even the finest dust without using any detergent. A blend of hydrophilic nylon and polyester, which has a high affinity for oil, it can remove water and oil based dirt.

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‘Master the Art of Innovation’ is the slogan of ITMA 2011

CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, has announced that ITMA 2011, to be held in Barcelona (Spain) from 22 to 29 September 2011, will be the world’s most comprehensive, one-stop platform for textile and garment makers. 

Showcasing the entire value chain from spinning to garment making, textile processing, technical textiles, logistics and distribution, the exhibition marks the 60th anniversary of the ITMA brand. The slogan of the 2011 show, ‘Master the Art of Innovation’, underscores CEMATEX’s commitment to help the world’s textile industry innovate and face up to the challenges of globalisation and sustainability, and the event offers manufacturers a vital solutions platform that will keep the industry focused and competitive.

In line with this value proposition, the ITMA 2011 Index of Products has been revised to include the very latest technologies. The garment making and textile processing sector has been expanded to sharpen its focus, and embroidery and braiding equipment now have their own separate sectors.

Highlights to draw global community

To encourage the global textile and garment making community to the event, CEMATEX, together with their organiser MP International, are planning a series of highlights, some of which will be launched as part of ITMA’s 60th anniversary celebrations. 

Among these are special ITMA awards which will pay tribute to top industry achievers, an enhanced Research & Education Pavilion, an ITMA Forum and targeted workshops for knowledge sharing and networking. Detailed information will be released in due course. 

Said Ms Sylvia Phua, Chief Executive Officer of MP International, “Moving forward, ITMA as the driver for industry innovation will be transformed into the international business hub of the textile and garment industry." 

“We are supporting the vision with a range of initiatives that will bring both buyers and sellers to this leading-edge platform. For a start, we are working very closely with our industry partners, especially trade associations worldwide.”

Besides the nine member associations of CEMATEX, based in Belgium(Symatex), France(UCMTF), Germany(VDMA), Italy(ACIMIT), Netherlands(GTM), Spain(AMEC AMTEX), Sweden(TMAS), Switzerland (Swissmem) and the United Kingdom(BTMA), MP International is collaborating with a number of textile machinery associations in key exhibitor markets to garner participation at ITMA 2011, including the American Textile Machinery Association (ATMA),China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA), Japan Textile Machinery Association (JTMA), Korea Textile Machinery Association(KOTMA) and Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI).

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DTG K3 printer designed to meet needs of garment decorators

Impression Technology recently launched its latest machine the DTG K3 at the SGIA exhibition in New Orleans with great success. Designed to meet the printing needs of all garment decorators, the DTG K3 boasts an array of new technologies and is the fastest in the A3 class machine category. The DTG K3 is equipped with intelligent print head collision protection system, encoder protection and pressurized ink system.

“Our aim has always been to develop a machine that is a dedicated white ink garment printer, naturally the K3 comes standard with WIMS” says Managing Director Mr. Stephen Richardson. “The culmination of market research, smart design and enhanced engineering methods has allowed us to build and deliver a solution that is far removed from the original basic machine conversions”.

The design concept of the DTG K3 was finished in February of 2009 and selected Beta test sites were established in the later part of the year. The DTG K3 technology is based on its larger sibling the DTG Viper, “we looked at the positive feedback and success of the DTG Viper and decided to make a smaller version of it and implement the option of printing 2 x A3 images in a single pass through the machine”.

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Hosiery, Knitting, Dyeing & Finishing Machinery Fair opens

The ideal sourcing platform for the world's best hosiery cum seamless underwear machineries, parts and accessories - The 10th China (Yiwu) International Exhibition on Hosiery,Knitting,Dyeing & Finishing Machinery (Yiwu H&G 2009) opens (November 18, 2009) at Yiwu International Expo Centre, Zhejiang Province, PR China. The 3-day fair gathers 130 exhibitors from 11 countries / regions bringing along over 200 sets of machinery to showcase the new products and latest technology onsite.

Gathering of Renowned Exhibitors and Wide-array of Exhibits
Since its inception in 2000, Yiwu H&G holds annually in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province. Developing along with the textile industry, Yiwu H&G is now regarded as the most professional and international exhibition of its kind in China. The fair is listed as the must-attend fair and ideal sourcing platform for many enterprises, particularly for those from knitting industry around the world.

Yiwu H&G 2009 reaches 7,600sqm exhibition area, attracting 130 worldwide renowned exhibitors to participate, including seamless underwear, hosiery and knitting machinery makers such as Best Yield, Chemtax and Macpi Group from Hong Kong, Yamagen from Japan, Groz-beckert and Sinotech from Germany, Sangiacomo and LGL from Italy, Dakong and Wellknit from Taiwan, Aurora, Cixi, Runyuan, Huichen and Jinhao from China, and more. In the dyeing & finishing machineries sector, there are Cortese Eologna and Cubotex from Italy, Zhuji Samduk from Korea, Xingya and Mingguang from China, etc. Also, there are braiding and zipper making machinery experts, e.g. Jakob Mueller from Switzerland, Kyang Yhe and Huichen from China, and more.

Apart form the loyal exhibitors, Yiwu H&G 2009 also attracted numerous first time exhibitors, including Macpi Group and Chung-Me from Hong Kong, Heliot from Turkey, Comoli from Italy, Will Corporation from Japan, Samsung Knitting Needle from Korea, Numrung Rayon from Thailand, Zhuji Shuanghang, Zhuji Yuxiang, Huadong Machinery, Bateng, Beita, King Tanso and Mingguang from China, etc, to display their latest products and technology.

Fabulous Concurrent Events to Enrich the Show Content
Every year, organizers will bring in different technology related events to the show to enrich the show content, as well as to provide visitors the latest market and technology trend. In Yiwu H&G 2009, a concurrent event on "How to Upgrade Your Knitting Products – From Quantity to Quality" will be held on 2nd show date (November 19, 2009) at Yiwu International Trade Centre (District 4, South Entrance) from 1:30pm-3:30pm. The training aims at strengthening the awareness of product standard and quality control on knitting products.

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Igmatex exhibition draws visitors in hordes

A three day extravaganza ended at the B. M. Birla Institute of Scientific Research ground near Vidhan Sabha, Jaipur on November 8, 2009. Igmatex exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. GM Ambore, Director MSME, Jaipur along Mr. Rajaram Kandoi Secretary GEAR.

Mr. Ambore visited all the stalls at the exhibition and discussed with each and every manufacturers and importers of machines and accessories. He was impressed with the technology displayed here by the premier companies of India. According to him this is a great show in Jaipur for all the exporters in different categories.

Multi-head embroidery machines dominated the 4th Igmatex exhibition. There were six companies, which displayed their multi-head embroidery machines with a range of styles and designs and which also attracted most of the visitors, at the exhibition.

Fashion accessories and tunics evoked positive response with several buyers discussing changes in suitable design. “There is a great variety of sewing, embroidery machines as well as accessories here, and the balance of modern and traditional applications, makes this category interesting”, Mr Rajaram Kandoi, secretary GEAR.

The scale of this fourth edition is larger than the previous three held in previous years, in tune with changing times and needs. Igmatex conducted a survey and prepared a market analyses and came to the conclusion that the development of garment industries in smaller towns is much stronger than the bigger cities.

High speed embroidery machines, industrial sewing machines, Finishing equipments, Testing machines, Knitting machines, Digital printers, CAD/CAM, Lazer cutting machines and all kind of fashion accessories was displayed at the exhibition.

Companies from sewing machines categories have exhibited their machines with environmentally responsive features of every sort. The models on exhibition have been configured with energy-saving servomotors along with automatic sewing machines, which stitch higher-quality seams, in shorter man-hours.

Fabcare, Sunrise, Ramsons and Sunrise introduced a unique array of highly efficient ironing equipments and washing techniques for all kind of units. Knitwear production lines consisted entirely of dry-head sewing machines. This section showcased a knitwear production line consisting entirely of sewing machines integrating dry-head technology.

The theme of Igmatex was Up-gradation this year, with the aim to display innovative and new equipments at the fair. Igmatex exhibition brought together India’s top companies such as Mehala machines Ltd., , Studio next, Inside, Capital Apparels, Allianze embroidery, Dayu, Texsoco, Sunrise Technical services, Sunrise garment Finishing equipments, Rajasthan international, Better home, Coated Interlining P. Ltd., Alp sewing machines, Fabcare garment finishing machines, Rainbow, Simir India, Diamond threads, Madhur Threads, Surya threads, Ramsons, Somaya machines, S. Tex, etc.

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‘Subtle signs of recovery’ – German Garment and Leather Technology

The German Garment and Leather Technology has felt subtle signs of recovery over the last few weeks. Between January and August 2009, the real drop in incoming orders was -26 %. "This places our sector slightly above the VDMA average and most other mechanical engineering sectors", says Tilo Ullmer, the association's chairman on this year's member meeting of the VDMA German Garment and Leather Technology Association, held in Baden-Baden.

The VDMA brings together the following sectors of garment and leather technology: sewing and garment machinery, machines for shoe and leather production, laundry and textile cleaning equipment and machines for the processing and finishing of technical textiles. The production volume in year 2008 was 1.005 Million Euro.

China and Turkey as leading markets drop significantly
The German garment and leather technology was affected in 2008 by a global crisis amongst its customers. "For almost two years, the leading markets for the garment and footwear industry, such as China and Turkey, have seen their income drop by 30% or more. Structural problems in the key markets of our customers were then compounded by the global financial crisis", added Ullmer. The managing director of the association, Elgar Straub, added, "All our competitors face the same problems, but we believe that German suppliers will come out of the crisis stronger." He isn't just pinning his faith on Germany's good access to advanced technology but also its market leadership in the area of environmentally friendly and energy-efficient products, for which there is increasing demand. But German manufacturers are also benefiting from increasingly stringent environmental legislation, in China for example, which has impacted positively on German manufacturers of laundry and cleaning machines over the last few years.

Germany as the fourth world exporter
Germany defended fourth place in the rankings of the most important supplier countries for garment and leather technology in 2008, with an export volume of Euro 773 million. The industry recorded a drop compared to 2007 of 13.2 per cent (Euro 891 million). The largest export volume in 2008 was achieved with sewing and garment technology (Euro 394 million).

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Foremost inorganic nanofiber production line launches

ELMARCO s.r.o., a world player in the production of machines for the industrial scale production of nanofibers has successfully launched a new type of production line for the production of nanofibres. This so-called inorganic line is the first of its type in the world. The material which the line will manufacture had its world premiere in March 2009, when it was introduced by ELMARCO at it’s “Nano for the 3rd Millennium” conference.

The first contract, enabling the implementation in practice of this entirely new technology, has just been signed with the Czech company Kertak Nanotechnology, based in Prague. „This unique equipment will now be used in the Czech Republic, thus confirming its position as leader in the field of the production and use of nanofiber materials” stated Mr. Ladislav Mareš, ELMARCO executive.

The NS 18S1000i inorganic line, manufactured by ELMARCO, produces a variety of inorganic nanofiber materials. Inorganic nanofibers most often find applications in cosmetics, solar cells, lithium-ion batteries, catalytic converters as well as a range of other applications. Ladislav Mareš added that this new type of NanospiderTM line enables the production and utilization of new materials for the production of, for instance, photovoltaic cells, an alternative source of energy, and the enhanced quality of products for the cosmetic industry, for example skin protection creams.

Ladislav Jandácek, Kertak Nanotechnology executive, said „Our company is the first in the world to commence industrial production of inorganic nanofibers such as TiO2 – titanic dioxide or Li4Ti5O2 – lithium titanate. These fibres are used both in the cosmetic industry and in the transformation of solar heat into electrical energy in photovoltaic panels. Other areas in which they are used include the storage of electrical energy, the improvement of catalytic converters, chemical equipment, power solutions in hybrid vehicles and energy sources for state of the art electronic equipment.

“Inorganic nanofibers and their application in end products is a pre-requisite for so called ‘green products’ – products which are sparing on the environment and which use alternative energy sources. The acquisition of this new line strengthens our company on the market, and allows it to develop its own applications for nanofiber materials. We believe that in cooperation with scientific institutions and with ELMARCO we will continue to be a supplier of leading products in the field of nanofibers on an international scale” noted Ladislav Jandácek.

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Foremost inorganic nanofiber production line launches

ELMARCO s.r.o., a world player in the production of machines for the industrial scale production of nanofibers has successfully launched a new type of production line for the production of nanofibres. This so-called inorganic line is the first of its type in the world. The material which the line will manufacture had its world premiere in March 2009, when it was introduced by ELMARCO at it’s “Nano for the 3rd Millennium” conference. 

The first contract, enabling the implementation in practice of this entirely new technology, has just been signed with the Czech company Kertak Nanotechnology, based in Prague. „This unique equipment will now be used in the Czech Republic, thus confirming its position as leader in the field of the production and use of nanofiber materials” stated Mr. Ladislav Mareš, ELMARCO executive.

The NS 18S1000i inorganic line, manufactured by ELMARCO, produces a variety of inorganic nanofiber materials. Inorganic nanofibers most often find applications in cosmetics, solar cells, lithium-ion batteries, catalytic converters as well as a range of other applications. Ladislav Mareš added that this new type of NanospiderTM line enables the production and utilization of new materials for the production of, for instance, photovoltaic cells, an alternative source of energy, and the enhanced quality of products for the cosmetic industry, for example skin protection creams.

Ladislav Jandácek, Kertak Nanotechnology executive, said „Our company is the first in the world to commence industrial production of inorganic nanofibers such as TiO2 – titanic dioxide or Li4Ti5O2 – lithium titanate. These fibres are used both in the cosmetic industry and in the transformation of solar heat into electrical energy in photovoltaic panels. Other areas in which they are used include the storage of electrical energy, the improvement of catalytic converters, chemical equipment, power solutions in hybrid vehicles and energy sources for state of the art electronic equipment.

“Inorganic nanofibers and their application in end products is a pre-requisite for so called ‘green products’ – products which are sparing on the environment and which use alternative energy sources. The acquisition of this new line strengthens our company on the market, and allows it to develop its own applications for nanofiber materials. We believe that in cooperation with scientific institutions and with ELMARCO we will continue to be a supplier of leading products in the field of nanofibers on an international scale” noted Ladislav Jandácek.

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EFI declares victory over L&P in important patent litigation

Electronics For Imaging, Inc., a world leader in customer-focused digital printing innovation, and its superwide format printer unit VUTEk announced total victory in patent litigation with Leggett & Platt involving EFI’s ultra-violet ink curing technology.

After a string of successful summary judgment motions, one of which was affirmed by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, EFI has reached a non-confidential settlement with L&P that does not require any payment from EFI to L&P. L&P dismissed all of its claims against EFI and promised not to sue EFI or any of its customers based on a claim that EFI products infringe any of the patents-in-suit or any related patent.

L&P first filed the lawsuit in May 2005 against VUTEk during EFI’s acquisition of the innovative superwide format printer business. L&P claimed that its patent (U.S. Patent No. 6,755,518) covered VUTEk’s technology. From the outset EFI maintained that VUTEk invented and patented the technologies first (U.S. Patent Nos. 6,457,823 and 6,616,355). The US District Court in St. Louis agreed with EFI, invalidating all of L&P’s asserted patent claims and ordering L&P to pay EFI’s costs to defend the lawsuit. The US Federal Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed that conclusion in its entirety. In July 2009, the US District Court held that a second L&P patent (U.S. Patent No. 7,290,874) is also invalid in light of EFI’s patents and printer design technology.

On April 21, 2009, L&P sued EFI again, alleging infringement of a third L&P patent (U.S. Patent No. 7,520,602). As with the two other patents, EFI moved for summary judgment to invalidate this third patent using the same prior art previously relied upon by the court. Faced with the very real possibility of losing a third patent, L&P approached EFI to settle the dispute. Under the settlement, EFI will pay nothing, agreeing to dismiss its claims that the ‘602 patent is invalid and to not oppose L&P’s motion to vacate the July 2009 decision invalidating the ‘874 patent. L&P dismissed all claims against EFI and promised not to sue EFI or its customers under these patents or any related patent.

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India less affected by downturn – VP, Dornier Machinery

2008-09 turned out as a tough year for Indian textile industry. Textile machinery companies faced either slowdown in demand or negative demand scenario due to the adversely affected global economy, which trapped the textile industry too. Sales of almost all companies registered slump and some experienced almost 40-50 percent reduction in demand which led to a 30 percent drop in machinery production in India.

Fibre2fashion took the opportunity to speak to Mr. Nitin Bavkar, Vice-President, Dornier Machinery India Pvt. Ltd. In turn he shared his views on recessionary scenario in Indian textile industry and possible recovery from this downturn. Dornier Machinery is a manufacturer of different types of textile machines like weaving machine, rapier weaving machine, air-jet weaving machine, film stretching machines, dryers and textile finishing machines.

According to Mr. Bavkar, India was comparatively less affected by downturn in demand than its counterparts in other countries and due to that Dornier India branch was comparatively less affected by recession, since they are not so much dependant on exports, although, during the tough period, exports from the Indian branch were a bit low, but domestic demand was not affected much.

Mr. Bavkar is quite optimistic about recovery in Indian market and said, “Things are certainly improving in domestic market and especially in weaving segment as the industry has started showing positive signs in investment from terry towel and denim manufactures and this may in turn bring encouraging scenario for weaving sector and weaving machinery manufacturers”.

While trying to elucidate his views on competitiveness of Indian made weaving machinery to its foreign equivalent and willingness of Indian market to invest in comparatively high priced machines Mr. Bavkar said, “Undoubtedly foreign weaving machine manufactures are better placed technologically.

Speed provided by foreign machines is still not offered by our manufacturers as the foreign companies invest a good amount in R&D, which is still not a trend in Indian manufacturing firms. Secondly Indian manufactures have limited manufacturing capacities and they don't manufacture in bulk”, he said.

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German Soft Coating provides differences for Berto SPA

Italian flair and German innovation make a happy marriage as integrated designer-denim producer Berto SpA installs the country’s first Monforts stenter line with integrated Soft Coating technology.

Variety is considered the ‘spice of life’, but it is also something of a survival strategy for Berto Industria Tessile SpA, - shortly to celebrate its 120th anniversary and headquartered in the beautiful village of Bovolenta, in Padua, Italy.

Established in 1889 and originally producing sail cloth for Venetian sailing ships, it expanded its range to include woven fabrics for work garments, table linen,shirtings and, in the 1980’s, denim.

A strategy of continuous investment has been a key to the company’s continued success – for example in the early 1960’s it began spinning its own open end yarns and adding ring spinning in 2004.

As denim output intensified the company installed an indigo dyeing plant. Today, as part of a major modernisation and expansion programme, Berto has just taken delivery of a new Monforts eight-chamber Montex stenter – the country’s first to feature the latest Soft Coating technology installed in-line. This,explains Berto’s Finishing Division Manager Sebastiano Antico, will enable the company to increase even further the wide range of differentiated fabrics – primarily denims – it is manufacturing each season. The sensor-controlled Soft Coating unit is a very efficient new method for applying dyes and coatings via a sophisticated roller system.

“It allows very precise applications of moistures (proofing, hydrophobic, functionality) on just one side of the material, or on both, or even to have separate treatments on each side, as required,” explained Monforts Area Sales Manager Henning Frank. “The sensors automatically adjust the moisture application rollers to the speed of the fabric and can move with or against the line, depending on the desired objective.”

“Not only does this open up the potential for a wide range of new treatments and effects to be achieved,” adds Ariodante Corna, of Monforts Italian representative Sacconaghi Monaco, “It can also lead to big savings as a result of the amount of reduced drying energy for the fabric being used.

As a supplier of denim to the leading European designer brands – including Armani, Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino in Italy alone – Berto has been quick to see the potential of this new technology.

Obvious initial results have centred on the ability to instantly produce denims that are tough and resilient on the outside, with a softer and more comfortable inner, or in colours that are applied to certain areas of the fabric, but the company has many other new ideas in the pipeline, which it believes are giving it a vital innovation edge over the competition.

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Pai Lung acquires Vanguard Supreme

Pai Lung Machinery Mill Co., Ltd. officially acquired Vanguard Supreme Knitting Machine Company based in Monroe, North Carolina, USA.

A new company was established under the name Vanguard Pai Lung, LLC which will continue to produce and supply Vanguard Supreme’s well-known high speed circular knitting machines as well as to offer Pai Lung’s fashion and home textile circular knitting machines. Vanguard Pai Lung, LLC has aimed to broaden product range in order to satisfy different needs from various customers in the American markets.

Internally, this acquisition will allow Vanguard Supreme and Pai Lung to effectively integrate resources of R & D, production, sales and marketing from both sizes. The synergy created will also enhance future product performance and result in better products and services to increase customers’ competitiveness!

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QITMF 2009 – a great success

With the strong support from exhibitors and buyers, The 10th China (Qingdao) International Fair on Textile Machinery, Dyes, Auxiliaries and Textile Chemicals (QITMF 2009) closed with success on September 17, 2009 at Qingdao International Convention Center, Shandong Province, PR China. Recognition by industry players has reinforced the fair's professionalism and internationalism as the premier platform for business and technology exchange.

Leaders from textile associations and honorable guests showed their support and attended the show on the first day, including Mr. Xu Guangning, General Secretary of Shandong Province Textile Industry Association and Ms. Zheng Mingmei, General Secretary of Qingdao Textile & Garment Association, etc. They had given their appreciation and recognition to QITMF 2009.

112 exhibitors from Japan, PR China and Taiwan Province, etc, have participated in QITMF 2009 and occupied 5,000sqm exhibition area. Under the economic downturn, the 3-day show still recorded 4,000 visitor flow of buyers and professionals from the industry attending. Among them, some were repeated visitors, and some come with concrete purchasing requirements. As advised by Nan Sing Machinery Limited and Jakob Mueller Machinery (China) Co. Ltd, they are able to confirm deals onsite. According to onsite visitor survey, most visitors are from industry of yarn, knitting, underwear, glove knitting, hosiery, dyeing and finishing, printing and garment, etc, quality of visitors is highly recognized.

QITMF 2009 has successfully acted as the bridge between exhibitors and visitors for business and information exchange. Most exhibitors expressed that they are satisfied with visitors' quality, many visitors were serious buyers, onsite orders were confirmed and enquiries were received. Representatives from renowned local enterprises, including Luthai Textile, Yantai Spandex, Shandong Demain Group, Shandong Dashing Cashmere Products, etc, have visited the exhibition. According to onsite survey, over 80% visitors satisfied with the overall show performance. It was agreed that QITMF is the most professional textile machinery fair in Northern China providing the professional platform for business and information exchange.

The 10th China (Qingdao) International Fair on Textile Machinery, Dyes, Auxiliaries and Textile Chemicals is jointly organized by China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shandong Sub-council, Shandong Province Textile Industry Association, China Chamber of International Commerce Shandong Chamber of Commerce, Shandong Province Textile & Garment Association, Qingdao Textile & Garment Association, Qingdao Haiming International Exhibition Co. Ltd and Hong Kong Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd, and co-organized by Qingdao Haiming International Exhibition Co. Ltd and Beijing Yazhan Exhibition Services Ltd. 

 

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AAMA-Tex: Textile & garment machinery fair concludes

‘AAMA-Tex Vietnam 2009’, an international apparel, garment machinery and accessories exhibition had been organized recently at the HCM City International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Tan Binh District.

Around 60 exhibitors from 14 different countries including Japan, the US, China, Germany, Italy, Thailand, the UK and Vietnam took part in the exhibition displaying the latest technologies, machinery, equipments and accessories used in garments and textiles production.

AAMA-Tex is an opportunity for the visitors to evaluate innovative solutions to perk up cost efficiency, product quality and delivery commitments, said Project Director of AAMA-Tex Vietnam, Mr. Cheah Wai Hong.

Textile and garment industry of the country remains one of the most important sectors for local exports even during the ongoing economic slowdown, said Mr. Cheah.

Adopting latest technologies and manufacturing solutions should be the points of focus of industry people in order to offer a competitive stand to the sector and to develop the value chain as well, he stated.
 
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KARL MAYER MALIMO to exhibit at Asia Wind Power

KARL MAYER MALIMO Textilmaschinenfabrik GmbH has made quite a name for itself as a first-class supplier to the wind power industry worldwide. As such, this company, which is a subsidiary of the traditional German manufacturer, KARL MAYER, will be exhibiting at the Asia Wind Power 2009 exhibition from 12 to 13 November in Shanghai.

KARL MAYER MALIMO builds extremely successful machines for producing a wide range of textile structures, develops textiles with a broad spectrum of characteristics, and is opening up new areas of application for these textiles.The products manufactured on the multiaxial machine are no longer new, but they are highly sophisticated technically and have become firmly established on the market. They can be produced from high-performance fibres, such as carbon, glass and aramid, and there is an extremely high demand for multiaxial constructions bonded by thermosetting or thermoplastic agents in the light engineering sector.

Manufacturers of rotor blades in particular have been profiting from using these reinforcing textiles, which are extremely reliable and economical to produce. In order to meet the growing demand, KARL MAYER has recently optimised its machine technology by developing the Malitronic MULTIAXIAL machine.The main emphasis in developing this new, high-tech machine was to further increase efficiency and improve the accuracy of all the operating sequences, the user friendliness and the flexibility.

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Silver Bullet can make things like electronic clothing

With the development of a new silver ink, Xerox scientists have paved the way for commercialization and low-cost manufacturing of printable electronics. Printable electronics offers manufacturers a very low-cost way to add "intelligence" or computing power to a wide range of surfaces such as plastic or fabric. This development will aid the commercialization of new applications such as "smart" pill boxes that track how much medication a patient has taken or display screens that roll up to fit into a briefcase.

"For years, there's been a global race to find a low-cost way to manufacture plastic circuits," said Paul Smith, laboratory manager, Xerox Research Centre of Canada. "We've found the silver bullet that could make things like electronic clothing and inexpensive games a reality today. This breakthrough means the industry now has the capability to print electronics on a wider range of materials and at a lower cost."

Until now, bringing low-cost electronics to the masses has been hindered by the logistics and costs associated with silicon chip manufacturing; the breakthrough low-temperature silver ink overcomes the cost hurdle, printing reliably on a wide range of surfaces such as plastic or fabric. As part of its commercialization initiatives, Xerox plans to aggressively seek interested manufacturers and developers by providing sample materials to allow them to test and evaluate potential applications.

Integrated circuits are made up of three components - a semiconductor, a conductor and a dielectric element - and currently are manufactured in costly silicon chip fabricating factories. By creating a breakthrough silver ink to print the conductor, Xerox has developed all three of the materials necessary for printing plastic circuits.

Using Xerox's new technology, circuits can be printed just like a continuous feed document without the extensive clean room facilities required in current chip manufacturing. In addition, scientists have improved their previously developed semiconductor ink, increasing its reliability by formulating the ink so that the molecules precisely align themselves in the best configuration to conduct electricity.

The printed electronics materials, developed at the Xerox Research Centre of Canada, enable product manufacturers to put electronic circuits on plastics, film, and textiles. Printable circuits could be used in a broad range of products, including low-cost radio frequency identification tags, light and flexible e-readers and signage, sensors, solar cells and novelty applications including wearable electronics.

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'We offer excellent quality-price solutions' - Picanol

The Belgium based, Picanol NV develops, produces and markets high-tech weaving machines. Picanol weaving machines are a synthesis of technological know-how and experience built up over more than half a century. Today, about 2,600 weaving mills around the world use Picanol machinery, totaling to around 110,000 weaving machines.

Picanol recently presented its latest weaving solutions for technical textile fabrics at Techtextil in Mumbai, from 10-12 October 2009. In 1999 Picanol re-entered the specialty markets with a tire cord airjet weaving machine. This development came after a 10-year period of redefining Picanol's strategy based on two new technologies: airjet and fast rapier.

In an established market dominated by a small number of players, a new entrant has to formulate its own strategy. Picanol decided to use its proven strengths to be successful in the demanding field of technical textiles. Techtextil Mumbai proved to be a good opportunity for weavers to discover what Picanol has to offer specifically for this niche market.

Fibre2fashion spoke exclusively to Erwin Devloo, Marketing Communications Manager, Picanol NV, to share their experiences about Techtextil, who said, “Picanol participated for the second time in Techtextil. Our overall experience is very good when it comes to facilities and efficiencies.”

“The facilities are according to international standards and the price is also OK. We had a good mix of competitors, fellow OEM's customers and prospective customers having stalls at the exhibition. There cannot be a comparison with Techtextil in Frankfurt, but this Mumbai edition compares well with other initiatives in Shanghai or Atlanta”.

Commenting on the visitation and interest shown by industry towards the show, he said, “The major response came from India and some Turkish, Pakistan and Bangladesh visitors as well and the best day was Sunday, with a more than normal attendance and organising this event during the week-end is definitely to stay.”

Picanol, with 70 years of experience, is well established in traditional textiles market. How was the response from buyers from the emerging field technical textile products, was our next question, to which he replied by saying, “Picanol re-entered in to the business of Technical Textiles in 1999, after being absent for 20 years.”

“The main reason for this move was because of overwhelming demand from existing customers who are entering themselves into this field of application and also due to the fact that, our existing and prospective customers did not find the same excellent quality-price solutions they where used to with Picanol, when working with the existing suppliers in this emerging sector”.

To conclude the interview, we asked him about the current trends in technical textile machinery, to which he said, “When it comes to India, the following segments in woven technical textiles are gaining importance; Sunscreens, outdoor furniture, coated fabrics, geotextiles, packaging , tyre-reinforcement ( Tyrecord ) and conveyorbelts.”

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ACIMIT-ICE to organize technical workshop in Raleigh

The Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers (ACIMIT) and the Italian Trade Commission (ICE) organize, in partnership with the Nonwovens Institute of North Carolina State University, a technical workshop dedicated to Italian technology for the nonwovens and technical textile industries. The event will occurr in Raleigh (November 11th and 12th, 2009) at North Carolina State University.

At the technological meeting some Italian manufacturers of machinery for technical textiles and nonwovens industries will introduce their updated technologies, as well as exchanging views and ideas on technology with the main US companies involved in these sectors.

Technical textiles and nowovens are a reality which is gaining more and more importance in terms of size, thanks to the technological features of its products and to its continuous offer of new and promising market niches.

The sector of innovative textiles embraces several companies, which are leading in different application fields (apparel, geotextiles, etc.). The steady research and innovation activities in the production of technical textiles linked together textile producers and Italian technology suppliers into a success alliance.

ACIMIT estimates that about 100 of its member companies are involved in the production of machinery for technical textiles or nonwovens. This sector is observing a steadily growing turnover, accounting for 10% on the total turnover of Italian textile machinery industry.

The Italian participants at workshop in Raleigh are only part of the Italian supply for this sector. To find out ideal technological partner, textile operators might visit the ACIMIT website (www.acimit.it), where they can discover, in the section reserved to technical textiles, ACIMIT’s associate members operating in the sector.

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100 companies already registered for of ITMA ASIA + CITME

With 100 German companies already registered for ITMA ASIA + CITME 2010, “Made in Germany“ is going to be very well represented at next year’s major event of the textile machinery industry, taking place from June 22nd to 26th in Shanghai.

The timing of ITMA ASIA + CITME 2010 fits with improving business conditions in Asia. After the all time low in January and February this year, China’s textile industry has recovered gradually. India’s textile sector seems to be coming out of the crisis as well. Experts from India expect things to settle down by the next two quarters.

Although being back on track again, the cost pressure on textile producing enterprises will remain high and additional tasks are under way since governments in Asia are adopting stricter environmental standards. Sustainability has become an issue textile mills have to address for cost as well as for legal reasons. German textile machinery manufacturers are offering solutions for higher energy and material efficiency that can help Asian textile producers to realise substantial cost savings thus giving them a competitive edge. 

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PALLETMASTE, textile pallet assembly from WELKER

In case of dispatching textile goods with pallets, the assembly with bobbins represents a relatively difficult task. First, because the pallets with 13 or 14 rows are too high to be assembled on the floor, and second, because their structure without a wrapping film is quite unstable.

With the new PALLETMASTE, WELKER has designed an exclusive textile solution, amalgamating an assembly table with a wrapping machine that moves the platform adjusted to bobbin sizes.

The AUTOSTEP device adjusts the platform height safely step by step. PALLETMASTER can be equipped with integrated state- of the art weighing and ticketing systems, so that the pallet leaves the place completely assembled, identified and weighed.

Therefore, the equipment offer following functions:
- Assembly of pallets
- Wrap packing of pallets
- Weighing and ticketing

WELKER was founded in 1856. In 1941, the first and innovative vacuum steaming equipment was developed and successfully introduced to the market. Since then, WELKER became the most specialised company in the Textile Industry in the vacuum technology. Today, WELKER enjoys world wide reputation as manufacturer of reliable, safe, extremely robust and innovative machines. WELKER machines are manufactured in Germany.

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Spinning charkha records extraordinary growth in sales

Many of Gandhi charkhas from the outlet of Gujarat Khadi Gram Udyog near historic Sabarmati Ashram are witnessing an outstanding growth in sales. Around 700 spinning wheels were sold in the year 2008, while this year the figure has already crossed 1,000.

The Bardoli showpiece version is the largest selling spinning wheel among the available three types. Above 800 spinning wheels of this type have been sold this year. Jharkhand government is among the big clients of Bardoli showpiece versions, which has purchased over 350 of these charkhas, in the past two years and are showcased in government offices of the state.

Several departments of Gujarat Government also purchase charkhas regularly in order to gift them to guests and visitors. NRIs also purchase these as showpieces and it is the favorite gift item and keepsake of foreign tourists as well. 

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HP expands portfolio of HP Latex Printing Technology

HP unveiled an expanded portfolio of HP Latex Printing Technology solutions designed to broaden production capabilities for a greater number of customers and provide a viable alternative to eco-solvent technologies.

The offerings enable small and midsize digital print and sign shops, copy shops and photo labs to produce indoor and outdoor applications with ease while reducing their environmental impact.

Additions to the portfolio include:
- The HP Designjet L25500 Printer, which offers easy, low-maintenance printing of a wider range of applications – from indoor point-of-purchase displays, exhibition graphics and interior décor like wall murals and fabrics to outdoor banners, bus shelters and vehicle wraps – than is possible with eco-solvent or traditional water-based printing alone.
- Six Original HP printing materials compatible with HP Latex Ink printers, including two recyclable substrates and three polyvinyl chloride (PVC)-free alternatives.
- The expansion of the HP Planet Partners program to include the HP Large-format Media take-back program in the United States and select countries in Europe.

“Customers have been asking us for a versatile, cost-effective alternative to eco-solvent-based printing solutions for the production of a wider range of indoor and outdoor large-format applications, while reducing the impact of printing on the environment,” said Santiago Morera, vice president and general manager, Designjet Large-format Printing Solutions, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “The expanded HP Latex Printing Technology portfolio enables us to meet and exceed this demand for a variety of customers, allowing them to create a competitive advantage and seize new growth opportunities.”

The expanded HP Latex Printing Technology portfolio builds on the proven technology of the HP Designjet L65500 Printer. This printer has seen tremendous acceptance in the graphics market with more than 1.2 million m2 printed on installed machines since the printer’s general availability in August 2008.

Unrivaled versatility, ease of use and printing with the environment in mind
Available in 42- and 60-inch models, the HP Designjet L25500 Printer delivers unrivaled versatility for a broad range of high-quality and flexible, outdoor and indoor applications while meeting the needs of environmentally conscious customers.

Existing low-volume print service providers (PSPs), such as early customer Tot.rètol of Igualada, Spain, can benefit from the HP Designjet L25500 Printer because it delivers prints with quality and durability comparable to eco-solvent ink technologies. In addition, it prints a wider range of applications – from durable outdoor signage to high-resolution, close-view prints – than is possible with eco-solvent or traditional water-based printing alone.

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Yiwu H&G to feature best in knitting & braiding machinery

China (Yiwu) International Exhibition on Hosiery, Knitting, Dyeing & Finishing Machinery (also named as “Yiwu H&G”) is the first UFI (The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry) approved hosiery, knitting and braiding machinery exhibition in China. It has long been recognized as the ideal platform for showcasing the world's best hosiery cum seamless underwear machineries, parts and accessories.

Yiwu H&G 2009, to be staged from 18-20 November at Yiwu International Expo Centre, Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, PR China, will come to its 10th anniversary this year.Undoubtedly, Yiwu H&G 2009 will draw much attention from the industry, and create breakthroughs in terms of content and product zoning in 2009 edition to ensure a fabulous fair for visitors from around the world.

Since its inception in 2000, Yiwu H&G holds annually in Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, PR China. Developing along with the textile industry, Yiwu H&G is now regarded as the most professional and international exhibition of its kind in China. In the last fair, there were 130 exhibitors from 9 countries / regions including Bangladesh, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Italy, Japan, Korea, PR China, Switzerland and Taiwan Province, exhibition area reached 9,000sqm. Yiwu H&G is listed as the must-attend fair and ideal souring platform for many enterprises, in particularly for those from knitting industry.

As the renowned knitting machinery exhibition in China, Yiwu H&G exhibits a wide collection of knitting machineries, parts and accessories, including the knitting & hosiery machines, seamless underwear machines, crochet knitting machine, dyeing & finishing equipment, knitting yarns and related fibres. Apart from the knitting section, garment machinery is another highlight which include braiding machines, zipper making machines, label printing machines, sewing machines and related equipments. With explicit theme zones, Yiwu H&G serves as the one-stop sourcing platform to bridge the upper and lower stream of knitting industry. Stepping into its 10th anniversary this year, the organizers of Yiwu H&G will host related concurrent activities and invite international experts to join the event.

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ChromaBlast-R/Ricoh GX7000 for producing customized wearables

Condé Systems is now offering the ChromaBlast-R Professional Cotton Decorating System for the Ricoh GX7000 ink jet printer - a very fast, low cost, and reliable desktop system for producing customized wearables with extreme color, an incredibly soft image feel, and unmatched washability.

With a print speed of forty-five seconds per tabloid print, low image costs, and reliable gel-based ink output on 8.5"x11" or 11"x17" ChromaBlast Transfer Media, the ChromaBlast-R/Ricoh GX7000 system is a terrific alternative to direct-to-garment printing or screen printing. "We thoroughly tested this solution," stated David Gross, President of Condé Systems. "We believe the quality of the Sawgrass ChromaBlast product and the realibility of the Ricoh GX-7000 printers will create a consistent, profit-generating system for digital decorators." The features of the powerful ChromaBlast-R Driver enable users to easily optimize color output for photographs, vector graphics or spot colors. Users are no longer limited to OEM driver capabilities or a single ICC profile.

The introduction of ChromaBlast-R Cotton Decorating System for the Ricoh GX7000 printer comes on the heels of the incredible success of the Ricoh GX7000 as a sublimation printer. Introduced in November 2008, the GX7000 was the first non-Epson desktop ink jet sublimation transfer printer supported by Condé Systems. This dramatically fast desktop printer (CMYK cartridges) can print an 8.5"x11" page in 25 seconds (compared to 1:51 for an Epson 1400, 1:48 for an Epson 4800, and 1:45 for an Epson 4880) and an 11"x17" page in 44 seconds (compared to 3:10 for an Epson 1400, 2:55 for an Epson 4800, and 2:48 for an Epson 4880). For maximum user convenience and productivity, the GX7000 provides up to three paper sources - a standard 250-sheet paper tray (up to 11"x17"), an optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (up to 11"x17"), and an optional 100-sheet Multi-Bypass Tray (up to 13"x19"). Visit www.conde.com for additional information and pricing.

With an emphasis on dye sublimation technology and the sublimation printing process, Condé Systems has become the recognized leader in the personalized products market by offering everything needed to get into the photo gift business including transfer systems, production software, blank imprintables, transfer paper and supplies, instructional videos, and workshops

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Shri Lakshmi Cotsyn aims to double production

Shri Lakshmi Cotsyn, a textile major based at Kanpur intends to expand its existing verticals. The company, aims to double the production of its denim, terry-towel, bed-linen and cotton products in coming 12 months and has allocated Rs. 27 billion for this expansion.

This project expansion will assist the textile major to achieve a turnover of Rs. 14 billion, by June 2010, against Rs 9.37 million at present. The required funds will be raised through a combination of equity capital, internal accruals, FI funding and a public offering (FPO).

Under this expansion plan, the company will earmark Rs. 3.78 billion for terry-towels to raise its capacity from 3,000 tons to 15,000 tons per year. It will also establish a 12 MW co-generation agro-based power plant for 100 per cent captive consumption and will invest Rs. 0.75 billion for it.

In addition to this, it will invest Rs 1.6 billion in fabric manufacturing, Rs 1 billion in black-out curtains, while and Rs 3.5-4 billion in backward integration of its existing facilities. The company aims to have strategic alliances with domestic as well as foreign buyers to expand its dealer network.

Revenue of the company has been increasing at a CAGR of 46 percent since last four years. It aims to lead the market in all its operating verticals and to expand the business in most of the foreign countries, while domestic market is its initial target. For this, it will expand its retail outlets in India by June 2010.

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Textiles Minister announces new initiatives for textiles sector

The Ministry of Textiles has taken several initiatives within a short time frame to substantially redeem the commitments made in the ‘Agenda for 100 Days’, to strengthen textiles industry, provide funds for modernization and Technology Up gradation and operationalize Textiles Parks. Several initiatives were also taken for skill development and welfare of persons engaged in Handicrafts, Handlooms, Power looms and Sericulture sectors.

Thiru. Dayanidhi Maran, Union Textiles Minister said this, while outlining details of the initiatives taken during 100 days.hiru. Maran said that these initiatives are just the beginning, we have a huge task cut-out before us to maximize the productivity and welfare of stakeholders and tackle the issue affecting the holistic growth and development of textiles industry and employment generation.

The Textiles Minister said that to provide professional education covering the entire spectrum of textiles an Indian School of Textiles will be set up by upgrading the Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Institute of Textile Management (SVPITM), Coimbatore. The school will engage itself in research and consultancy to impart learning, create and disseminate knowledge about textiles in addition to focus upon technology support systems on entire textile chain. It would also undertake comprehensive consultancy services for the industry.

For compliance of Environmental and Social regulatory requirements, the Government will help the Textiles industry to build capacities for environment and social compliance with a view to capture overseas markets and meet global environmental standards like Oeko-Tech, Blue sign, EU Flower and Eco-Level, said Thiru. Maran. As the Government recognizes that innovation is the key to survival in the globalized world, upgradation in technology, machinery, products and processes is necessary for the industry to fully exploit the opportunities available globally. To achieve these objectives, Thiru Maran said that the Ministry will promote Research & Development in Textiles Sector including Handlooms and Handicrafts to provide a ‘Common Technology Platform’ on commercial basis for promotion of new technologies towards value addition and product diversification.

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