Board of Abhishek Ind OKs expansion projects

Abhishek Industries Ltd has informed that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company was held on September 25, 2010. The Board of the company has approved following projects & matters in its meeting held on September 25.1. The Strategy Committee of the Board in its meeting held on September 25, 2010 has approved the following expansion projects:i) Yarn Expansion Project for setting up 275904 spindles & 2040 Rotors including other balancing equipment at a total capital outlay of Rs. 1117 crores as appraised by SBI Capital Markets Ltd.ii) Expansion cum Modernization Project in Terry Towel Division by installing 14 new Air Jet Dobby...

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Demo of next generation of Kornit DTG printers at SGIA

Kornit Digital, a leading-edge company that develops, manufactures and markets high-speed industrial digital inkjet printers, superior pigmented ink and unique chemistry solutions for the textile decorating industry, will demonstrate the next generation of the Kornit Direct-On-Garment printers at the 2010 SGIA expo in Las Vegas, featuring unprecedented printing speeds with the new Kornit Avalanche 951 Digital printer for high-volume production businesses.Kornit Avalanche 951 is a dual-pallet industrial digital inkjet printer for the high-volume production of light & dark garments. With an extremely innovative and robust industrial platform,...

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Launch of USTER QUANTUM 3 with Smart Clearing Technology

Uster Technologies Ltd, the leading high technology instrument manufacturer of products for quality measurement and certification for the textile industry, announced today the market introduction of the ground-breaking third generation of its best-selling USTER QUANTUM clearer system.This latest state-of-the-art quality assurance technology allows textile manufacturers optimize production efficiency and reduce costs, making the device to an indispensable quality management tool in spinning plants. The pioneering system offers significant benefits that allow textile manufacturers to work with yarn of highest quality and thereby avoid any disturbing...

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Original Sewing & Quilt Expo to start on Nov 11

After 15 years of steady innovation and growth, Original Sewing & Quilt Expo has become known as the place to go for everything related to sewing machine, quilting machine, machine and hand embroidery machine, fiber and needle arts. The Expo, a public event attended by thousands of treasure and inspiration-seekers, returns to Kansas City, Missouri (Oct. 21-23) and Minneapolis, Minnesota (Nov 11-13) this autumn, with more for enthusiasts than ever before.Yes indeed sewing is alive and well, and for annual visitors to Original Sewing & Quilt Expo there's much to do and see that's new.For instance, the "For Rookies" workshop series, shares...

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Orders of textile machinery grows - ACIMIT

Orders for Italian textile machinery grew over the second quarter of 2010, which closed with an overall index of 159.5 points for the period from April/June, amounting to a 35% increase compared to the previous quarter.In market terms, the orders index processed by ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, indicates a 40% increase abroad and a 5% increase in Italy.Commenting on the data, Sandro Salmoiraghi, President of ACIMIT, stated that “the growth in orders is a satisfying element, but the recovery has more or less equally rewarded other machinery manufacturing Countries as well, so that competition on international...

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The first veteran spinning machines on the Rieter website

Some months ago Rieter launched a search for the oldest Rieter spinning machine. Rieter is offering the owner of the oldest spinning machine still in operation a trip to the ITMA in Barcelona including the flight and a two-night stay. A prize draw will award Swiss quality watches to two further owners of veteran Rieter spinning machines.This campaign has met with considerable interest, and Rieter is now presenting the first candidates on its website.Rieter is looking for the machine with the most years of service which is still currently in daily use in a spinning mill to produce yarn from fiber, from bale opening to spinning machine, manufactured...

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GlobalTex to offer high-end resources from 25 countries

Market Center Management Company (MCMC), the management company of GlobalTex: LA International Textile & Sourcing Fair, announced that the upcoming show will offer more resources than ever before, inspiring and fresh trend displays, and relevant and timely seminars. The show will be held September 28-30, 2010 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) in West Hall, Hall A.“The fourth edition of GlobalTex will offer high-end resources from 25 countries,” said Cindy Morris, COO, MCMC. “The show continues to expand with key growth in denim and sublimation printing, innovative trend displays, and new matchmaking services.”The growing list of...

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No-heat, extra power carpet cleaning machines for upholstery

Daimer Industries, a trans-national supplier of 50 Hz industrial cleaning equipment, has shipped a 17.2 bar unheated series of carpet cleaning machines. The new XPC-9250U integrates an upgraded 17.2 bar pump, two oversized storage tanks and a highly portable cleaning head."We upgraded the 50 Hz pumps on our base model XPC-9250U to offer maximum power to non-U.S. customers who need an unheated machine," explained 50 Hz systems spokesman Matthew Baratta. "These carpet cleaning machines provide maximum versatility for cleaning both standard and delicate rugs."No-Heat, Extra Power Carpet Cleaning Machines for UpholsteryEach 17.2 bar XPC-9250U starts...

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Creditors of Mayer & Cie in Albstadt bankruptcy plan

The creditors of the manufacturer of circular knitting machines, Mayer & Cie. GmbH & Co. KG in Albstadt-Tailfingen, overwhelmingly approved of the insolvency plan submitted by Insolvency Administrator Wolfgang Bilgery. 720 creditors with claims in the amount of 82.497.893,76 € were represented during the creditors’ meeting this present Thursday at the local district court in Hechingen. Among these, 709 creditors with claims in the amount of 82.282.996,00 € agreed to it. This corresponds to an approval by heads and by claim sum of 99 %. Therewith the insolvency plan is accepted.Insolvency Administrator Wolfgang Bilgery expressed himself...

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ROJ upgrades production with SIPLACE SX machines

Italy’s ROJ Srl, a manufacturer of weft feelers, sensors and control units for modern weaving machines, has selected the new SIPLACE SX platform to streamline its production of electronic modules. The company, which is known for its lean manufacturing concepts, manufactures lot sizes ranging from 50 to 10,000 units.ROJ uses the SMT capacities at its Biella location for the build-to-order production of its world-famous weft feeders with their highly sensitive sensor technology as well as for the contract manufacture of industrial automation electronics. In a systematic selection process, SIPLACE prevailed against competitive equipment in all...

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QITMF inaugurates its 11th edition today

The 11th China (Qingdao) International Textile Machinery Fair (QITMF) opens (September 15, 2010) at Qingdao International Convention Center, Shandong Province, PR China. Authoritative symposium on Yarn and Fabric organized by China Textile Engineering Society will be held concurrently (on September 16, 2nd show day) to enhance the show professionalism.Being the most developed and leading textile machinery show in Northern China, QITMF is the significant platform for the industry to showcase the latest textile machineries and exchange technological information, which also serves as a bridge for industry players to explore Northern China market,...

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ShanghaiTex to start in June 2011

The International Exhibition on Textile Industry (ShanghaiTex) is the most historical and professional exhibition of the kind in China and possesses its unique national brand. With the resources of international buyers accumulated many years, high quality supplier and also the great publicity and promotion, ShanghaiTex has always been concerned by the textile industry and participated by textile machinery exhibitors.The Organizers will fully utilize 8 halls in Shanghai New International Expo Center in ShanghaiTex 2011 during June 14-17, expecting an exhibition area of over 100,000sqm and the participation of 1,000 exhibitors. Theme zones will...

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Textile machinery prices move up

The new series of Wholesale Price Index has been launched by shifting base year from 1993-94 to 2004-05. WPI for the month of August 2010 has been released with base year 2004-05.The official Wholesale Price Index for 'All Commodities' (Base: 2004-05 = 100) for the month of August 2010 remained unchanged at its previous month’s level of 140.3 (Provisional).InflationThe annual rate of inflation, based on monthly WPI, stood at 8.51% (Provisional) for the month of August, 2010 (over August, 2009) as compared to 9.78 % (Provisional) for the previous month. Build up inflation in the financial year so far was 3.31% compared to a build up of 4.95% in the corresponding period of the previous year.Inflation for important commodities / commodity groups is indicated below.The movement of the index for...

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Xennia establishes Global Distribution Network

Xennia Technology Ltd, the world’s leading industrial inkjet solutions provider, announces its first distribution agreements for its products. Xennia’s distributors will supply Xennia systems and inks to key markets worldwide, strengthening Xennia’s global presence.Distribution agreements for the Indian subcontinent, Spain, Singapore and South East Asia mark the first step in Xennia’s strategy of using distributors to widen its geographical reach and maximise growth by targeting key global markets.“Xennia’s range of robust printing systems offer complete production solutions ready for use in key industrial applications. Our new system distributor...

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Mohit Industries orders two DTY machines for Rs 21 million

Mohit Industries Ltd has informed that the Company has placed orders of two DTY machines for Rs 21 million. Out of these machines, one is already installed and the second one will be installed in next 15 days. These machines will increase the Company's yarn production by 3000 MT per annum amounting to Rs. 270 million approx.Also, the Company has started exporting DTY yarn to various countries like South Africa, Thailand, Peru, Algeria, Vietnam etc. The Company has already exported yarn worth Rs. 13 million in the month of August and has further orders for similar amount.Since1991,Mohit Industries Ltd. is fruitfully engaged in manufacturing &...

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PFAFF introduces SMARTER BY PFAFF C1100 Pro

The experts at PFAFF, the leading global brand of premier sewing machines and embroidery machines, announced the introduction of the SMARTER BY PFAFF C1100 Pro sewing and quilting machine, the first in the SMARTER BY PFAFF series of machines.This new high-performance machine features an extra large sewing area, an extensive variety of stitch options, large LCD screen and intuitive controls – all at mid-range price - to help sewers and quilters explore their imaginations and achieve more professional results.“State-of-the-art technology and premium craftsmanship, have made PFAFF the brand of choice for passionate sewers and quilters looking to...

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Oerlikon Neumag realizes much success in Europe & Asian markets

2010 is moving right along and while things have started looking up in the local markets, our company has realized several nice projects in European and Asian markets. While our customers request confidentiality as to the details, we are proud to share the following select information.Oerlikon Neumag got orders for 3 Spunlace projects in China. The scope will include high performance Cards and Crosslappers, and the end product of the lines is mainly Wipes. Oerlikon Neumag Italy was able to sell 2 Injection Cards for an ultra-high performance Spunlace application in Europe. This project will enable our customer to reach production speeds so far...

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New machineries & technologies debut in QITMF

The figures of Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the PRC indicated that international and local economic performance on textile industry is encouraging in the first half of 2010. With the favorable factors of stock replenishment along with market demand recovery, China's textile industry recorded a significant growth in 2010.According to the statistics of National Bureau of Statistics of China & General Administration of Customs, in the first half of 2010, industrial added value of textile industry grew by 12.2%, equivalent to 4% increase over the same period of last year. Export amount accounted for 16.3% growth, which is 2.4% more compared to the first quarter of 2010.From January - May 2010, realized profit of garment, textile and manufacturing industry rose by 58.7%...

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NSL to inaugurate State-of-the-Art Textiles Process House

NSL Textiles, part of Rs 1500 Crore NSL Group, has brought to light the inauguration of its State-of-the-Art textiles process house at Chandolu near Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. The facility will be inaugurated by the Honorable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Dr. K. Rosaiah on the 6th of September 2010. Honorable Minister of State for Textiles, Govt. of India, Smt. Panabaka Lakshmi and Ministers of Government of AP will attend the event.The output of the plant is projected at 1,20,000 Meters per day initially, which is proposed to be doubled in the next two years. It also houses 100 looms for weaving dyed yarn. Investment to the tune...

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