Monday, January 31, 2011

EnerStar technology to extend economic life of forming fabrics

Xerium Technologies Inc, a leading global manufacturer of industrial textiles and rolls used primarily in the paper production process, announced full global availability of EnerStar, an exclusive energy-saving paper machine clothing (PMC) technology designed to both reduce energy consumption and extend the economic life of forming fabrics that are vital to the manufacturing of paper.

With EnerStar, Xerium continues to take the lead in advancing the technology of PMC, which is critical to the quality of paper as it is produced. PMC products are highly engineered synthetic textile belts that are used to transport raw paper along the length of the paper-making process, as it is formed, pressed, and dried, keeping in constant contact with the paper as it is formed.

"This latest technological advancement in PMC further supports our strategy of innovation in the marketplace," said Stephen R. Light, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman. "We are especially pleased with the excellent results already reported by our launch customers applying EnerStar on their machines, who have documented with energy savings of up to 15%. We continue to partner with our customers to help enhance their operating efficiencies and quality, while significantly lowering their cost of operation and inventories."

Developed by Xerium and its research partners, EnerStar is an exclusive technology produced with the highest-grade, modified polymers and is available as an optional feature for selected fabric designs from Xerium's Huyck.Wangner and Weavexx PMC companies.

Contact Xerium's Huyck.Wangner or Weavexx for more information on EnerStar.


Friday, January 28, 2011

MEGATECH 2011 with Knowledge Village – Pavilion

9th Edition of the International Machinery Exhibition of Garment & Textile TechnologyMEGATECH Pakistan 2011, is scheduled from 3-5 March, 2011 at the Expo Centre Lahore, which is known as the heart of textile hub.

The show will be held with the support of Ministry of Textiles and major trade associations related to the industry. Last edition showcased machinery and technology of more than 300 companies represented by 29 countries and was attended by more than 9,000 business professionals affiliated with the textile and garment industry.

A high profile 4th International Technical Textiles Conference is being held in partnership with Textile Institute of Pakistan on 4th and 5th of March, 2011. The Conference is receiving an overwhelming response and will feature a unique portfolio of leading textile industry players as well as research institutions and academia professors.

These eminent speakers will disseminate new knowledge about innovative use of Technical Textiles in various applications; particularly the materials that can provide easy to deploy emergency shelters, clothing, construction, safety/protection, medical, filtration, transport and agriculture.

MEGATECH 2011 will also organise a ‘Knowledge Village – Pavilion’ for leading local textile research and development universities/institutes to display their research projects.


Thursday, January 27, 2011

Gujarat the Investment Hub for Technical Textiles

Gujarat – The Global investment hub for Technical TextilesThe Gujarat textile sector attracted investments amounting to around Rs 252 billion at the recently concluded Vibrant Gujarat Summit - 2011. In all 139 MoUs were inked at the 2011 summit out of which 34 MOU's are from the emerging Technical Textiles sector. The total investment in Textiles sector is expected to create employment opportunities for around 140,448 people.

The major portions of the investments were made in the Spinning sector, followed by Technical Textiles and rest was accounted for by textile parks, fabric processing and apparel sector. The total investment in technical textiles sector totaling to Rs 45.50 billion (USD 1 billion), which in turn will generate employment for around 12,340 people.

Among the major overseas investors is Finland-based Ahlstrom Fiber composites, a leader in medical textiles and which already has an operational Nonwovens plant in Mundra and is now planning to invest another Rs 400 million. Another Austrian investor is TenCate Geosynthetics Austria Gmbh, which is investing Rs 1 billion and will generate employment for around 100 people.

From amongst the domestic textile investors are Welspun India which is investing Rs 7 billion, Chiripal Poly Films Ltd is investing Rs 10 billion to produce BOPP and BOPET and similar expansion in both (film/yarn for application in technical textile) and Alok Industries is investing Rs 6 billion in expansion of existing capacities and processing for technical textiles.

Others include Narmada Thermal Power Ltd in a Polyester Film (BOPET) plant at a cost of Rs 4 billion; Sumilon Polyester Ltd is investing Rs 2.5 billion in a Pet Film and Metalised Polyester Film unit and GIT Textiles Manufacturing Limited is setting up a technical textiles weaving unit by investing Rs 1 billion.

Shubh Polyfilms Pvt Ltd is investing Rs 2.09 billion to produce BOPET Films, Modern Denim Ltd is investing Rs 1.98 billion to produce protective and sportswear fabrics and a technical textiles park is being setup by Hi Tech Technical Textile Park India at a cost of Rs 1 billion.



Read More about Gujarat the Investment Hub for Technical Textiles @ Technicaltextile.net

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

CMYUK’s new Berger range makes digital textile selection fast & accurate

Following its appointment as the sole UK distributor for Berger wide-format textiles for the soft sign and display markets, CMYUK Digital has launched an innovative and foolproof method for helping users choose compatible materials. A complementary micro-site to the company’s main web presence, makes it a simple four-step process to select printer model, ink formulation, application type and specific requirements, such as levels of fire retardance.

The idea of producing a dedicated site for print companies wanting to select textile products came about because of the complexities faced by many display producers who were confused about which fabrics could be used with their existing engines. Berger’s vast and comprehensive catalogue of materials covers all ink types, including dye sublimation, solvent-based, UV-curable, latex and aqueous-based but never before has there been such a simple method of matching media to machine.

CMYUK Digital’s appointment by Berger immediately saw a rapid uptake in orders for the German manufacturer’s high quality range of textiles, made available from a leading distributor for the first time in the UK. However, many users of new and older machine technologies quickly proved that they needed a quick and easy way to determine which fabric could be used with their existing technologies for different applications.


Monday, January 24, 2011

Visitors appreciate Rieter’s presentation at Texfair

The Southern India Mills Association (SIMA) organized Texfair 2010 the international exhibition for textile machinery, spares, accessories, and other supporting services from December 17 – 20, 2010 at CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore. The main objective of the event was to create awareness of the latest developments in textile machinery, accessories and equipment.

The Minister for Rural Industries and Animal Husbandry, Pongalur N. Palanisamy, inaugurated the event where 180 exhibitors showcased their products and services with 220 stands and more than 35 000 visitors attended.

Rieter India displayed Rieter SYS parts related to OE spinning, Compact spinning, Drawframe and Comber along with information booths from Jossi and Xorella. All the visitors conveyed their appreciation to the Rieter India team for their booth presentation and hospitality.

Overall, Texfair 2010 turned out to be a success in bringing together the industry stakeholders and increasing their understanding of individual requirements.


Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Suppliers Connect with your buyers on Technical Textile B2B Marketplace

Technical Textiles
Today’s dawn brings forth an exciting, spanking new, innovative and full of freshness B2B portal for the globally vibrant technical textiles sector. Fibre2fashion the worlds largest B2B textile, apparel and fashion website has unveiled www.technicaltextile.net which will introduce and provide an entire gamut of services to the initiated as well as the uninitiated into the fascinating world of technical textiles.

Technicaltextile.net would provide knowledge based information on a global perspective of an emerging sector, which is expected to dominate future trends and technologies in textiles. It will also deliver value-added global business services and in the process facilitate sourcing and marketing requirements.

A 24x7 platform, technicaltextile.net carries key information for suppliers, buyers, consultants, institutes and associations through news, articles, white papers, trade fairs & conferences happening around world. The portal would strive to disseminate quality and authentic information for the sustainable development of the technical textiles sector by providing information about key policy changes affecting domestic as well as international business.

Among the key services provided by the portal to the global technical textiles sector are -
• Sourcing help desk.
• A complete knowledge bank for the entire supply chain in technical textiles.
• Assistance in inking strategic alliances with companies.
• Connecting with Ministry of Textiles in India. .
• Branding & promotion solutions through online as well as print media in the target markets.
• In-house creation of product specific project reports.
• Online trade fairs.
• Strategic alliance with Textiles Intelligence to deliver key market reports for the industry.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Exclusive Brother Gt-782 launch party by GJS team

Brother GT-782GJS Machinery is very proud to announce the immediate availability of the Brother GT-782, the industry´s most cost effective, industrial dual platen, white ink capable direct to garment printer.

The Brother GT-782 white ink capable direct to garment printer is perfect for medium to high volume shops. Thanks to its unique ability to print multiple prints simultaneously, production can increase as a result of reduced cycle times and fast flexible downloading of new images.

Inkjet garment printing is more economical, faster, and cleaner than traditional screen printing methods, plus it requires significantly less operating space and business start-up costs.

With the Brother GT-782, decorators and t-shirt designers can create one of a kind creations or mass production runs - regardless of the number of colours - without having to create film positives, stretching screens, and using chemicals to reclaim these screens. There is virtually no limit to the number of colours you can print, and the colours remain crisp and vibrant even after repeated washes.


Thursday, January 13, 2011

M&R introduces Diamondback XL Automatic Textile Press

M&R introduces Diamondback XL Automatic Textile PressM&R is pleased to announce the addition of the new Diamondback XL to M&R’s extensive line of automatic textile presses.

M&R’s new Diamondback XL just set a new standard in affordable larger-format entry-level automatic textile printing. With its huge 51 x 53 cm (20” x 21”) print area and the ability to print up to 9 colors, Diamondback XL offers more versatility for the price than any other automatic press on the market. Its servo-driven indexing system provides outstanding performance, while its pneumatic print heads can accept screens up to 66 x 91 cm (26” x 36”). Also included is M&R’s patented Revolver Print Program, which automatically operates individual printheads in programmed sequence and allows multiple flashing without losing a printing position.

Diamondback XL is available in either base or enhanced configuration. Both models feature a touch-screen control panel, side screen holders with micro-registration, calibrated squeegee and floodbar pressure adjustment, M&R’s three-point pallet leveling bracket with quick release, calibrated rear stroke length adjustment, and 41 x 56 cm (16” x 22”) pallets. Enhanced Diamondback XL models add pneumatic screen frame locks, pneumatic squeegee/floodbar locks with no-tools angle adjustment, and pneumatic squeegee pressure regulators.

M&R is the world’s largest manufacturer of screen printing equipment, with production facilities in Glen Ellyn & Niles, Illinois, USA, and in Wojnicz, Poland. With distributors and skilled technicians in over 40 countries on six continents, we’re able to provide the finest service and support in the industry.


Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Investments in Gujarat textile sector set to treble

Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2011Investments in the high employment generator; textile sector is expected to receive a boost from the Vibrant Gujarat Summit beginning tomorrow. Investment proposals already received and for the which Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) have crossed the Rs 200 billion mark, up from Rs 84 billion in the previous summit in 2009.

The Gujarat government is mainly trying to attract investments in the technical textiles sector, which is still in its nascent stage in India. Two major multinational technical textile companies seem to have shown keen interest in setting up manufacturing operations in the state.

The other sector which is evincing interest is the spinning sector, in which the government has received around 40 proposals of the 125 odd investment proposals received. The technical textiles sector has attracted around 15 investors, with the rest accounted for by those in weaving, fabric processing and apparel manufacturing.

Amongst the major investors are big textile houses like, Alok Tex¬tiles, Welspun Group, S Kumar's Nationwide, SEL India, Chiripal group, Bhilwa¬ra Group, Jaydeep textiles, Nagarika Group, Mangal Textiles, Lux Hosiery, Filatex Group and many others. Amongst the global companies who are investing in the vertical of technical textiles are TenCate Geosynthetics and American Hygienics Corporation.


Saturday, January 8, 2011

CIRCOT showcases cotton technologies at fibre2fashion co-hosted meet

CIRCOT showcases cotton technologies at fibre2fashion co-hosted meetWhen a Government research institution, joins hand with the private sector to start playing the role of incubator of entrepreneurial projects, then businesses are definitely bound to go places and in the process benefiting all. Zonal Technology Management and Business Planning & Development unit at Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai in association with fiber2fashion organised a Business Development Programme for “Cotton Technologies” on January 7 at Ahmedabad.

The august gathering was made up from those from the cotton value chain as well as the packaging and particle board manufacturing sector and eminent speakers included experts and scientists from CIRCOT, CICR – Nagpur and CIAE – Bhopal.

In welcoming the delegates, Dr P R Roy, Director, fibre2fashion.com said, “In India, CIRCOT is a premier cotton research organization. Their pioneering research is indeed commendable and needs to be taken to the market place. During my visit to CIRCOT a few months ago, we discussed about the areas of research in cotton technology and products developed by the organisation and the ways and means to commercialize the same.

“Since Gujarat is perhaps one of the leading cotton producers in the country, the entrepreneurs in Gujarat could be interested in testing, incubating and commercializing the various cotton technologies developed by CIRCOT. Normally there is very little interest by the people in the R&D activities undertaken by premier institutes. However, that is now changing and now even the Gujarat government is taking interest in the Ahmedabad Textile Research Association (ATIRA), to ensure that there is an improvement in its functioning.


Friday, January 7, 2011

Kornit launches new Direct-To-Garment printer

Kornit Digital, a leading-edge company that develops, manufactures and markets high-speed industrial and commercial digital inkjet printers, superior pigmented ink and unique chemistry solutions for the textile industry, announced the release of its new Kornit Avalanche 951 industrial Direct-To-Garment printer at ISS Long Beach 2011, Long Beach, CA. January 21-23, 2011.

The Kornit Avalanche 951 is a dual-pallet industrial digital inkjet printers for mass production of light and dark garments. With an extremely innovative and robust industrial platform, designed for printing vast quantities in a high-level production environment, the Kornit Avalanche 951 is capable of printing at an impressive rate which ultimately reduces costs by shorter turnaround times and production schedules.

As a part of its dual-bridge platform technology, specifically designed for industrial production of extremely large quantities, the Kornit Avalanche 951 includes 12 print heads (8 CMYK + 4 White) and demonstrates an unparalleled ability to generate four-color process prints at lightening speed.

Kornit continues to explore how to improve its solutions and make them friendlier to the environment adapting to the green environmental policies. The Kornit Avalanche 951 uses Kornit's new V323 ink series, which is the first digital textile ink that is formaldehyde- free.


Thursday, January 6, 2011

ShanghaiTex 2011 to be held from June 14 – 17

The 15th International Exhibition on Textile Industry (ShanghaiTex 2011) will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong, Shanghai during June 14 – 17, 2011. Being the long-standing textile machinery exhibition, ShanghaiTex is praised as the business barometer of the textile industry, which serves as an arena for new product launch, information exchange and networking with industry players.

Unveiled by the organizers, the exhibition halls are being filled up at a good pace. Apart from overwhelming response from individual brands and companies, country pavilion recruitment is on quick move too, especially for the German and Korean pavilions.

German Companies Eye on Strong Growth in Domestic Demand in China
After the financial turmoil in 2008, the global economy has begun to recover, especially for the China market which recorded continual booming trade figures. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, in Jan – Aug 2010, the total import -export value of textile machinery was USD3.726 billion, showing year-on-year rise of 59.84% while the import value was USD2.642 billion, witnessing a year-on year rise of 63.13% and with a growth rate of 108.08%.

The huge increase in growth rate proves that China has become one of the prominent markets for foreign enterprises. In fact, Germany, as the 2nd largest textile machinery importing country to China during Jan – Aug 2010, has prepared to further expand its market share in China.

Eyeing on the strong domestic demand for textile machinery, German machinery makers, which have good reputation on durability of their products, are eager to explore the China market and join the German Pavilion for a big-scale showcase. Exhibitors, including Karl Mayer, Terrot, Mayer & Cie, Erhardt Leimer, Rauschert, Andritz Kuesters, Bobotex, Osthoff-Senge, Sedo Treepoint, Rosink, Brueckner, etc., will display leading warp-knitting, knitting, spinning, dyeing and finishing machineries.


Tuesday, January 4, 2011

YIWU H&G 2010 concludes successfully

The 11th China (Yiwu) International Exhibition on Hosiery, Knitting, Dyeing & Finishing Machinery, successfully concluded at Yiwu International Expo Centre on Nov 26, 2010. YIWU H&G 2010, with the tenet of "showcase, communication, trade, innovation, win-win, development", aimed to construct a business-matching platform for exhibitors and buyers. The quantity of machineries displayed onsite, buyers and professional visitors were recorded high, the professionalism and branded exhibition of YIWU H&G have been further proven.

YIWU H&G 2010 occupied an exhibiting area of 7,600 sqm.150 high quality exhibitors from 9 countries and regions including Germany, France, Korea, China, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, Hong Kong, Italy participated, showcasing 299 machineries. The 3-day show attracted 7,506 visitor flow to source onsite.

In addition, it was the first time for Hong Kong Productivity Council to organize more than 20 textile-related enterprises to visit the show, while it was the second visit of Zhuji Hosiery Industry Association, Haining Hosiery Industry Association and Pujiang County Knitting, Printing and Dyeing Industry Association to the show, bringing more than 100 members to discuss and source for machineries onsite.


Monday, January 3, 2011

750 exhibitors to partake at India ITME expo

In a spectacular event on 17th December 2010 at Taj Palace, Mumbai, India ITME Society announced the 9th International Textile Machinery Exhibition, the largest textile machinery exhibition in India. The India ITME Society also signed an MOU with Gujarat International Finance Tec-City Co. Ltd. to construct a World Class Exhibition cum Convention Centre in India.

9th INDIA ITME 2012
With 750 exhibitors, 100,000 visitors, 40 countries, INDIA ITME is the largest textile machinery exhibition in India.

The exhibition will be held from 2nd December 2012 to 7th December 2012 at Bombay Exhibition Centre Mumbai. Spread over 55,000 sq. mtrs., with expected participation of about 750 exhibitors and 100,000 business visitors from 40 countries are expected to participate in the exhibition. ITME society, sponsored by 5 major Indian textile and textile engineering associations, organises this mega event once in four years. It is most sought after event for textile Technology and machinery and is Gateway event to Indian market which is the 2nd largest in the world in this sector.

Mr. Kishore Biyani, MD, M/s. Pantaloon Retail (India) Limited; Chief Guest launched the exhibition in the presence of Consul Generals/officials from various countries.

Mr. Biyani said, “India is self reliant in textile sector, from growing raw material to spinning and creating value added products in textile sector, India is second to none. Our textile products have earned the accolades from international markets and are respected for quality across the globe this is an excellent initiative from India ITME to boost the business in textile sector, I am honoured to be part of India ITME-2012 launch”.