Thursday, June 21, 2012

ParAid Textile invests in latest hi-tech machinery

Telford-based ParAid Textile Services, which specialises in the design and assembly of straps, harnesses and other sewn products, has significantly boosted its infrastructure and expanded its workforce, following its investment in the latest hi-tech machinery. The new Genesis 2300 conveyorised textile cutting machine is manufactured by Blackman & White Ltd and is known for its speed and cut accuracy. One specific feature of the machine is its optical recognition camera which allows it to cut individual pattern graphics precisely and quickly. The purchase will allow ParAid Textile Services to bring all its fabric cutting and preparation...

Friday, June 15, 2012

Indonesia trims budget for textile machinery upgrade

Indonesian Ministry of Industry has announced a reduction in the budget allocated for machine upgradation programme, which ams at enhancing the competitiveness of textile, leather and footwear industries. Industry Ministry’s Textiles and Miscellaneous Industries Chief, Ramon Bangun, said the Ministry would cut the budget allocation for the programme by 4.6 percent from last year’s Rp 152.5 billion to Rp 145.5 billion this year. The reduction in budget allocation followed a need for budget efficiency required to balance the delay in fuel price rise. Mr. Ramon informed that a sum of Rp 34 billion, which is equal to 23.37 percent...