Hansae Acquires US Textile Manufacturer Texollini To Vertically Integrate And Strengthen Its Portfolio In Central America

SEOUL, South Korea — October 16, 2024 — Hansae Co. Ltd., a global fashion ODM company, has acquired U.S. textile manufacturing company Texollini. This acquisition is part of the company’s vertical integration project in Central America.

Founded in 1989, Texollini is a U.S. textile manufacturer with expertise in synthetic fibers, offering capabilities from fabric production to dyeing, printing, finishing, design, and research and development. Its major clients include New Balance, Champion, Patagonia, and Alo Yoga.

The company expects that the acquisition will strengthen its synthetic fiber production technology and enable it to the growing near-shoring trend in the Central American region. Equipped with fully automated production lines, Texollini’s factory can handle the entire process, from fabric production to dyeing and printing, around the clock. Texollini’s product range encompasses more than 4,000 unique fabrics. Its monthly production capacity is also substantial, with 85 knitting machines capable of producing 1 million pounds of fabric and a dye house that processes 1.2 million yards of fabric each month. Texollini’s factory in Long Beach, Calif., is well-positioned with easy access to major transportation networks, including highways, sea, air, and rail, making logistics within the United States more convenient.

Hansae will leverage Texollini’s synthetic fiber development technology and expertise to expand its product categories and portfolio, including activewear, underwear and swimwear. In particular, to increase orders and profitability, it aims to expand high-value product lines like activewear.

Kim Ik-Whan, CEO of Hansae, said that Texollini is a company with outstanding technology and production capability, adding the acquisition is expected to further strengthen Hansae’s global competitiveness. He also expressed his commitment to ensuring that the company continues to invest and innovate to maintain its edge in the global fashion industry.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Hansae Co. Ltd.

Advanced Textiles Expo 2024 Brings More Than 4,200 Attendees, Showcasing Innovation And Collaboration

ANAHEIM, Calif. — October 17, 2024 — Advanced Textiles Expo® 2024, the largest event of Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA), concluded with resounding success September 24–26 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Once again held in conjunction with Sun Shading Expo North America — organized by Messe Stuttgart, founders of R + T and the world’s largest trade fair for roller shutters, doors/gates and sun shading systems–the combined events brought 4,295 attendees from across the globe.

This year’s event served as a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration and business opportunities in the textiles industry, with a bustling show floor of roughly 380 exhibitors between both expos. Exhibitors showcased the latest technological advancements and products, including space for exhibitors to hold meetings with colleagues and customers.

Steve Schiffman, president and CEO of ATA, expressed his excitement about the continued growth and impact of the expo. “Advanced Textiles Expo continues to evolve and this year set in motion a variety of changes designed to create greater engagement and continuous improvement while keeping people on the show floor,” he said. “Our community values networking opportunities that introduce them to new people and new ideas, and we’re delighted that expo is the platform where that happens. Whether that was at the Textiles Challenge, Industry Night or the Women’s Networking Walk, Advanced Textiles Expo keeps bringing the textiles industry together every year.”

The expo also included more than 25 educational “campfire” sessions, with education spanning 15 markets. Educational sessions included textiles in the new space age, how to be more environmentally conscious in fields such as medical textiles and fabrics, updates on the Awnings Safety Act and other federal law changes, and general topics such as climate change, succession planning and supply chain updates.

The final day featured a Marine Fabricators Association Roadshow, which presented a new topic every hour: From how to build a U-Zip with a built-in rain flap, to selecting the best project materials and general tips and tools in marine fabrication.

Exhibitor demonstrations included everything from welding technology to no-weld canopy system demonstrations, new generation cutting, piece cutting machines and more.

Attendees and exhibitors alike competed in the highly anticipated Textiles Challenge, a fun gameshow-like activity that put contestants to the test both in their knowledge and skill regarding all things textiles. Dan King of Davey Textile Solutions took home first place, while Felix Arwen from NASA Johnson Space Center came in second place, and Justin Wagner from Applied Research Associates Inc. (ARA) placed third.

A series of networking events brought together fabricators, manufacturers, suppliers and thought leaders. Attendees and exhibitors alike met to unwind after the closure of the show floor on day one at the opening reception. Later that night, the fun continued at Industry Night, hosted at the iconic House of Blues. Attendees enjoyed live music and a delicious catered barbecue dinner, making it a night of celebration and networking in a lively atmosphere.

Attendees took advantage of other educational sessions and networking opportunities, like a morning fun run/walk Sept. 25, Speed Networking, NextGen Networking and a live recording of the podcast, Talking Textiles.

Advanced Textiles Expo devoted its last day to women in the textiles industry, beginning the morning with a Women’s Networking Walk, and continuing with women’s leadership sessions that were both educational and empowering. Connie Huffa, CEO of Fabdesigns Inc., and Michelle Lea, chief marketing and sustainability officer at NILIT Ltd., shared both their experiences and the latest from their industries, and answered audience questions about being a woman in the textiles industry. A development session about setting boundaries and prioritizing a work-life balance followed the forum.

Camari Henderson-Zenon, a fabricator and owner of Camari’s Custom Canvas, agreed on the importance of coming together with others in textiles at her first expo.

“As a woman in textiles, attending Advanced Textiles Expo provides me the opportunity to stay current on all aspects of the textile market by networking with other men and women in the trade,” she said. “Along with a platform to share hands-on experiences, both good and bad, with vendor reps to positively shape the trajectory of the industry.”

Emerging Technologies Conference also returned this year September 23–24, following its successful debut last year. Exhibitors learned about topics such as technology transfer in textiles, smart clothing innovations and the use of AI in advanced fabrics. They also participated in the highly anticipated LEGO® networking session and a biomaterials workshop that explored sustainable textile innovations. The conference included its own opening reception, another opportunity for attendees to network.

David Fezer, an exhibitor from Alpha Tubular Motors, said being in his company’s “hometown” made Advanced Textiles Expo extra special this year.

“We had an incredible experience at Advanced Textiles Expo in Anaheim this September. We’re already looking forward to the next year in Indianapolis and can’t wait to see everyone again,” Fezer said. “Thank you to everyone who made this event such a success!”

As the premier event for the textiles industry, Advanced Textiles Expo 2024 continues to prove itself as the top-tier opportunity for professionals to discover new trends, forge partnerships and explore the future of textile technologies.

The next Advanced Textiles Expo will be held November 5–7, 2025, in Indianapolis. For more information, please visit AdvancedTextilesExpo.com.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA)

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris Will Take Place At Paris-Le-Bourget Exhibition Centre From February 10 To 12, 2025

PARIS — October 17, 2024 — Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will take place at Paris-Le-Bourget exhibition center, February 10-12, 2025. For three days, buyers will have access to the best in global sourcing to design and build fashion brands’ Spring-Summer 2026 collections.

International suppliers to the global apparel and fashion industry will gather for three days of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris in Halls 3 and 4 of Paris-Le- Bourget exhibition center, whose Hall 3 has been completely rebuilt for the recent Olympic Games. Encouraging booking levels already suggest a particularly active session, in line with Messe Frankfurt France’s forecasts.

Offering synergies between materials and finished products

The return of Texworld and Apparel Sourcing to the Paris-Le Bourget exhibition center will provide an opportunity to develop the layout of sectors and services.

Some of the sectors from the two shows will be brought together to create new synergies and to offer a women’s wardrobe in Hall 4, and a large area devoted to outdoor-sportswear-casualwear in Hall 3. All the services, the trends forum, the restaurants and the Agora, where conferences and round tables are held, will all be regrouped in Hall 2. This new organization will enhance the coherence of the offer and provide new solutions for buyers’ sourcing work.

Presence of major suppliers and national pavilions

This dynamism of this edition is a reminder of the central role played by European markets for the fashion sector, from ready-to-wear to luxury. Like every edition, the major sourcing nations for fabrics, materials, accessories and finished garments products will be represented: first and foremost, China, with the largest number of exhibitors, Türkiye — the national pavilion supported by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO) will be present — India, Korea, but also Indonesia, Pakistan, Thailand and Bangladesh, which should be at Le Bourget despite the difficult political context the country is going through. Texworld is also renewing the experiment launched in July on yarn sourcing with the Yarn Expo pavilion, valorizing the upstream sector and the know-how of leading spinning companies.

Meeting the evolving needs of fashion and apparel markets

Once again, this year, the Messe Frankfurt France team has designed the trade show offering to meet new market demands: “Buyers, brand managers and designers come to Paris looking for players who are able to export and meet the sustainable development objectives that consumers are imposing on the fashion world today,” explained Julien Schmoll, Marketing and Communications director at Messe Frankfurt France. Our expertise is to bring solutions and to select reliable industrial and commercial partners aligned with these expectations, capable of offering creative, quality products in large or small quantities, at attractive prices to meet the margin challenges, particularly in the mid-range.

Texpertise Econogy: spotlight on sustainable fashion

Driven by the Econogy principle, promoted worldwide by the Texpertise Network, Messe Frankfurt’s expertise in sustainability-related initiatives in the textile sector will be showcased through the Econogy Finder, which will enable buyers to identify online or on the mobile app all suppliers of sustainably produced textiles. In addition, the Econogy Talks will make it easier to find conferences dealing with these issues among the many round tables scheduled

in the Agora in Hall 2. Finally, the Econogy Tours, launched last July, will be renewed on Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 February, with a specialist on the subject covering a significant part of this specific offer.

Next edition in September 2025

Last but not least, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris has changed the date of its Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 edition, to be held from 15 to 17 September 2025 at Paris-Le-Bourget exhibition centre, with the leading sectors Avantex and Leatherworld. This calendar repositioning of the show enables its offer to be aligned with the creative cycles and meets the shared desire of buyers and manufacturers to ensure that sourcing and orders coincide more closely with the development of collections.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Messe Frankfurt France

Envalior Announces Sustainability Ambitions To Decrease Carbon Emissions

DÜSSELDORF, Germany — October 17, 2024 — To fulfill Envalior’s sustainability aim, to be a global leader in sustainable high-performance engineering materials, the company announces its new Sustainability Ambitions and that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative.

Envalior’s sustainability ambitions focus on reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and extending its circular portfolio by:

  • Achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2030.
  • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030*.
  • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 100% by 2040*.
  • Offering an entire portfolio of bio-based and/or recycled based alternatives by 2030.

“Sustainability is a key priority in our strategy, and we want to make that visible to the world,” said Günter Margraf, Director of Sustainability for Envalior. “Meeting these ambitions will enable us to realize the huge transformation that is ahead of us and help our customers on their sustainability journey.”

The United Nations Global Compact

Another commitment Envalior has taken towards sustainability is becoming a participant of the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. Based on 10 universal principles, the UN Global Compact pursues the vision of an inclusive and sustainable global economy and focuses on topics such as human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. As a signatory Envalior commits to operating in accordance with these fundamental rights and will report annually on its progress.

CEO of Envalior Calum McLean stated: “It is exciting to confirm that Envalior supports the United Nations Global Compact and its principles. Making it part of the strategy, culture and day-to-day operations of our company, and to engage in collaborative projects, which advance the broader development goals of the United Nations.”

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development provides a vision for peace and prosperity for the people and the planet. At its core are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that address global challenges, such as inequality and climate change and that provide guidance for businesses. Envalior is committed to supporting the implementation of the SDGs and has evaluated where Envalior’s business activities have the greatest direct impact on:

  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13: Climate Action
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Envalior’s goal to achieve 100-percent renewable electricity by 2030 has a positive impact on SDG 7. Envalior has implemented various initiatives, including renewable power purchase agreement and solar panel installations that make electricity consumption cleaner. At the same time these measures relate to SDG 13 “Climate Action” as also greenhouse gas emissions are decreasing. Other measure that enhances Envalior’s emissions consumption is its nitrous oxide reduction plant in Antwerp, Belgium, that saves roughly 450,000 t CO2eq on a yearly basis. These are only some of several steps that Envalior is taking to become a frontrunner in sustainability.

Envalior was established in 2023 through the merger of Lanxess Performance Materials and DSM Engineering Materials

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Envalior

Rieter Ring Spinning System Powers Italian Textile Company Beste’s Fully Traceable Supply Chain

WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — October 17, 2024 — The Italy-based textile company Beste S.p.A. has placed an order for a complete Rieter ring spinning system. The latest Rieter technology, in conjunction with digitization and automation solutions, will support Beste in setting up the entire textile production process locally in Italy, centered around producing the highest quality for luxury brands. This investment is a key component of the ITACO project, which focuses on creating a 100 percent organic and fully traceable Italian cotton supply chain.

With the fully electronic ring spinning machine G 38 equipped with the piecing
robot ROBOspin, Beste Spa produces yarns of highest quality.

Beste and Rieter have signed an order to exclusively equip the newly founded spinning mill, FILUM S.r.l., in Bergamo, Italy, with the latest Rieter technology, including a complete ring spinning system. This is a pivotal step in the ITACO project, which encompasses every phase of cotton production — from the cultivation of organic cotton in southern Italy to spinning in Bergamo and garment manufacturing in the Prato region. Everything is done within a few hundred kilometers, providing unparalleled control over quality and sustainability, making Beste’s supply chain fully transparent.

From fiber preparation to winding, the new spinning mill will be exclusively equipped with the latest Rieter technology. With the fully electronic ring spinning machine G 38, equipped with the compacting device COMPACTapron, Beste produces combed compacted yarn that meets the highest standards required for its ITACO collection.

The Rieter Digital Spinning Suite ESSENTIAL connects the data in Beste
Spa’s new spinning mill.

The all-in-one digital mill management system ESSENTIAL connects data throughout Beste’s new spinning mill, giving the company a comprehensive view of all relevant performance indicators from bale to package. The fully automated piecing robot ROBOspin ensures consistent performance of the ring spinning machines and minimizes personnel deployment. The fully automated roving bobbin transport system SERVOtrail Direct further reduces personnel requirements as no manual bobbin transport is needed.

Giovanni Santi, CEO of Beste, stated: “We engage with partners who share our philosophy and standards. Rieter machines meet our demand for the highest quality and enable us to produce yarns for our garments that embody the design and quality hallmarks of ITACO, our unique, fully traceable Italian cotton project.”

Roger Albrecht, head of the Rieter Business Group Machines & Systems, adds: “We are proud that Beste has chosen our technology to accelerate their growth momentum. Our ring spinning system perfectly fits into this complete Italian production chain, supporting the ITACO project’s vision of high-quality, sustainable garments.”

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Rieter Ltd.

New PLEVA Sensors And Controls Representation In North America

EMPFINGEN, Germany — October 17, 2024 — As of August 2024 WEKO is the official sales & service partner in North America for PLEVA Sensors and Controls. Terence McGee, general manager WEKO North America, and his team represent PLEVA in the United States and Canada.

Terence McGee (center), General Manager at WEKO NA represents PLEVA in USA and Canada

After successful technology training at PLEVA headquarters Empfingen in Germany, McGee and Service Technician Daniel Forbes are ready to support and advise the customers in the U.S. and Canada.

WEKO is worldwide known for high quality minimal spray dyeing and finishing technology. This in combination with PLEVA high precision sensors and controls will give many advantages in terms of improving efficiency and sustainability in industrial production. Significant reduction in water, energy and chemical consumption can be achieved. In addition, new functional effects can be created for technical textiles, paper, nonwovens and more.

“WEKO is a great partner for us. We are looking forward to the co-operation in North America and are ready to start new, exciting projects. Together we make the industry more sustainable,” states Kathrin Pleva, member of Management.

As a starting point, PLEVA and WEKO presented themselves together on a common exhibition booth at Techtextil North America, which took place August 20-22 in Raleigh, N.C.

Learn more about sustainability with PLEVA Sensors and Controls on www.pleva.org or on LinkedIn.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: PLEVA GmbH

 

INDA, The Association Of The Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, Announces The Finalists For The 2024 Hygienix Innovation Award™

CARY, N.C. — October 17, 2024 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, proudly announces the three finalists competing for the 2024 Hygienix Innovation Award™.

Harper Hygienics, Hello Hazel, and HIRO Technologies will present their groundbreaking absorbent hygiene products at Hygienix™, taking place November 18-21 at The Renaissance Nashville Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee.

Meet the 2024 Hygienix Innovation Award Finalists:

  • Harper Hygienics S.A.: Cleanic Naturals Hemp – Sanitary Pads (Day & Night), Pantyliners
    Cleanic Naturals Hemp by Harper Hygienics S.A. is an innovative femcare line, crafted with sero™ regenerative hemp fibers produced by Bast Fibre Technologies and processed on our unique Hemplace™ technology platform. These sanitary pads and pantyliners are designed for women’s comfort throughout their cycle. Hemp’s antibacterial and hypoallergenic properties make it a natural solution for sensitive skin, ensuring all-day safety and comfort. Plus, sero™ hemp fibers are 100% natural, offering an eco-conscious approach to personal care.
  • Hello Hazel, Inc.: Hazel High & Dry Briefs – Hazel’s High & Dry Briefs – the first and only disposable briefs for leaks designed to look, fit, and feel like real underwear. Engineered with a novel, ultra-thin, highly absorbent core seamlessly integrated beneath a unique elasticated cover that moves naturally with her body, offering unparalleled comfort, discretion, and reliable protection. Purposefully developed to reduce stigma and address both physical and emotional needs, the Briefs successfully attracted many new consumers who previously opted out of the category.
  • HIRO Technologies, Inc.: World’s First MycoDigestable™ Diapers – Introducing the world’s first MycoDigestible™ diapers, powered by HIRO’s frontier fungal technology. HIRO’s MycoDigestible™ solution introduces plastic-eating mushrooms in a safe, user-friendly way that seamlessly integrates into everyday life. The HIRO Diaper combines exceptional absorbency with natural materials like unbleached TruCotton™ and Kraft softwood fluff pulp, offering 12-hour protection while being gentle on both baby and planet.

The 2024 winner will be revealed on Thursday, November 21 at 11:00 am.

The 2023 Hygienix Innovation Award went to Sequel Spiral™ Tampon, which features a unique spiral design engineered for enhanced fluid absorption and leak prevention. This breakthrough product received FDA clearance as a medical device and is available online and in a growing number of retail outlets.

Hygienix 2024 Conference Highlights:

  • Three workshops on Monday (Absorption Systems including recent innovations for Adult Incontinence, Menstrual Care, and Baby and Infant Care Markets)
  • Tabletop exhibit displays
  • Networking receptions
  • Two “Lunch Arounds” featuring boutique and small brand owners
  • Engaging lightning talks from tabletop exhibitors
  • Premium content on key industry topics, including market data and trends, circularity, sustainability innovations, FemTech, treatment advancements, mobile applications for absorbent hygiene products, and bio-based SAP innovations

For more information or to secure sponsorship opportunities, visit hygienix.org.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Jeanologia Celebrates 25 Years Of Laser Revolution: A Journey Through The Past, Present, And Future Of Denim At Kingpins Amsterdam

VALENCIA, Spain — October 17, 2024 — Jeanologia celebrates the 25th anniversary of its laser technology at Kingpins Amsterdam, with a unique capsule collection that blends the nostalgia of traditional denim with technological advances that have revolutionized the industry. This joint celebration with Kingpins — commemorating its 10th anniversary in Amsterdam and 20th globally — highlights the global impact of laser technology through a visual installation that traces a quarter century of innovation, with a focus on the future.

In a special collaboration with Kingpins, Jeanologia will offer a visual journey through a quarter century of innovation, with an eye toward the future.

The launch of Jeanologia’s first laser in 1999 marked the beginning of a new era for the textile industry, improving sustainability, quality, and efficiency. By eliminating hazardous practices like sandblasting, this disruptive technology enhanced processes and redefined the concepts of innovation and sustainability in an industry rooted in craftsmanship. Today, this technology is used in 50% of global jean production, solidifying its position as an essential tool for top manufacturers and fashion brands.

Jeanologia has successfully integrated laser technology into the DNA of denim without losing sight of its classic heritage. This balance between tradition and modernity has cemented its significant impact on the industry. “Laser has enabled more sustainable production and opened up creative possibilities that were once unimaginable,” said Fernando Cardona, Head of Jeanologia’s Brainbox.

25 LASER YEARS capsule collection of ‘old new designs’

To commemorate this milestone at Kingpins Amsterdam, Jeanologia will offer an interactive visual journey through the history of their laser technology and present a specially designed capsule collection to celebrate this anniversary.

This installation will showcase a special collection that captures the magic of laser by merging the classic with the modern. Patches, embroidery, and natural wear effects evoke the nostalgia of traditional denim, while the technology plays the silent protagonist behind each finish. The garments illustrate how laser allows iconic vintage effects such as stone washing, worn-out looks, washing marks, rips, and marbling effects using tools like the “Light Ripper” or “Light Scrapper.” The collection also explores the numerous creative possibilities these tools enable, including hyper realistic laser details, denim elements and bleach-like stains. This nostalgic approach invites the reinterpretation of the past through updated historical models that encapsulate the idea of continuous evolution and improvement in laser design.

This “old new designs” capsule collection symbolizes the connection between Jeanologia’s legacy and its vision of a greener, more responsible textile industry, celebrating its history while inviting both the industry and consumers to be part of a more sustainable future in denim.

As part of the 25th-anniversary celebration, Jeanologia will offer a digital version of this capsule collection, with 25 digital designs that pay homage to the evolution of laser technology and its transformative impact. Visitors can also experience the unique digital design process with eDesigner software, taking home their digital garment to produce it sustainably anywhere in the world.

Jeanologia invites brands, designers, and consumers to be part of a new era of denim, where tradition and technology merge to create a greener, more innovative, and sustainable future.

A tribute to the ‘Denim Tribe’

Jeanologia does not commemorate this anniversary alone. The collections and the accompanying narrative are a shared tribute to the global community of brands, designers, and manufacturers who have embraced laser technology and contributed to its progress. “More than a celebration for Jeanologia, this is recognition of the entire industry, the ‘denim tribe’ that has courageously and responsibly adopted this technology, advancing towards a more sustainable future in fashion. Without their collaboration, we wouldn’t have achieved this impact,” emphasizes the Head of Technological Development at Jeanologia.

Jeanologia: over 25 years transforming the textile industry

Since 1994, Jeanologia’s mission has been to create an ethical, sustainable, and eco-efficient textile industry. The company works closely with brands, retailers, and their suppliers on their transformative journey, offering disruptive technologies, innovative software, and a new operational model. Its revolutionary solutions, such as laser technology, G2 ozone, Dancing Box, e-flow, and H2Zero, have revolutionized the textile sector, offering unlimited design and finishing possibilities. These advances not only reduce costs but also save water, energy, and chemicals, ensuring zero pollution.

In 2024, Jeanologia celebrates the 25th anniversary of its pioneering laser technology, launched in 1999, which revolutionized denim finishing by replacing harmful practices and eliminating the use of harmful substances. With the same purpose, Jeanologia now faces the dual challenge of reducing the environmental impact of garment dyeing processes—one of the most polluting in the industry—through its revolutionary ColorBox technology and implementing its ATMOS ozone washing process as the reference technique for eco-efficient denim aging.

Posted: October 17, 2024

Source: Jeanologia

ITMA ASIA + CITME Kick-Off Of The KARL MAYER GROUP With High Visitor Response

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — October 16, 2024 — The KARL MAYER GROUP is delighted with the successful start to the ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 exhibition. Stand C27 in Hall 4 of the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center is a real crowd-puller with its modern, inviting design, its competent, welcoming staff and, above all, the wide range of innovations from all areas of the Group’s technology. “We have already recorded 200 registered visitors,” says Kong Zhen, General Manager of KARL MAYER (CHINA), after one and a half days at the trade fair. The professionals came mainly from China, but also traveled from Southeast Asia, Turkey and Pakistan.

Most of the guests were interested in the innovations in the fields of warp knitting, warp preparation and flat knitting and engaged in in-depth technical discussions. One of the topics of the exchange was the question: How to compete in the strong competition under the current difficult economic conditions? The KARL MAYER GROUP provides an answer, primarily through its products. The global player’s machines stand out from comparable products on the Chinese market thanks to their excellent price-performance ratio.

The warp knitting customers are particularly impressed by the performance and products of the exhibited HKS 2-S in the new gauge E 44. The highly efficient two-bar tricot machine – its output is 200 kg of textile per day – produces a wide variety of fabrics, from top layers for thick down jackets to articles for comfortable outerwear. Their E44 items are also setting trends, particularly in the hot topic of sun protection clothing. With their dense surface, they offer a high UVP factor, are also light and silky, feel cool against the skin and do not wrinkle – a performance that is of particular interest to manufacturers in the outdoor sector. Elastic 4-way stretch articles for outdoor clothing are a focus of many discussions.

Visitors generally show a great willingness to innovate. They are looking for promising applications for their products, for new fabric developments and opportunities to expand their business fields and for machines to realize their ideas. They will find what they are looking for at KARL MAYER, for example in the presentation of warp-knitted apparel fabrics for typical woven applications, comfortable sportswear articles for the growing yoga trend, delicate TEXTRONIC® articles with a uniquely contrasting interplay of transparency and plasticity and spacer fabrics for shoes and clothing.

A highlight for visitors from the flat knitting sector is the CMS 503Ki L E18. At the trade fair, the innovative machine will be producing a chic ladies’ scarf with a lace-like look that is sure to attract attention and is representative of the design potential available. With a working width of 50”, the STOLL machine produces items with an unlimited variety of patterns for a wide range of full fashion applications and with an extended size range. It also offers high productivity. The CMS 503Ki L thus offers everything that manufacturers need in their volatile, price-driven volume markets: a fast response to rapidly changing trends and an excellent price-performance ratio. The CMS 703 ki knit and wear in gauge E10.2 and the ADF 530-32 ki FLEX E7.2, which are likewise on show, are also closely surrounded by trade fair visitors. Both machines also focus on speed in volatile markets.

Customers from the warp preparation sector are impressed by the WARPDIRECT. The universal beam warping machine of the latest generation scores with an excellent price-performance ratio, quality of its products and speed. The warping speed reaches a unique 1,200 m/min. The high-quality warp beams produced enable less yarn waste in the sizing processes, lower costs in warp preparation and maximum efficiency during processing in the weaving mill. Other advantages include high operational reliability and less maintenance work.

There are also many discussions about KM.ON’s digital solutions, in particular Digital Production Management (DPM) as a pioneering solution for the shopfloor organization of warp knitting mills, the Quality Monitoring System (QMS) for AI-based quality management on warp knitting machines and the STOLL PPS powered by KM.ON tool for controlling, planning and optimizing flat knitting production. The design software of the CREATE family is also the subject of many meetings. The exchange focuses on the realization of the designed patterns in the production phase and the exploitation of the various potentials. The virtual modeling of the yarns is particularly well received.

Posted: October 16, 2024

Source: KARL MAYER GROUP

Cone Denim X Kingpins X Tonello Collaborate To Create One Denim Collection

GREENSBORO, N.C. — October 16, 2024 — Cone Denim® is excited to join with Kingpins and Italian wash innovators Tonello® to create the newest One Denim design collaboration at Kingpins Amsterdam, October 23-24. Coordinated by Kingpins designer Piero Turk, this collection marks the fourth edition of Kingpins Show’s “One Denim” feature, which will also be displayed at Kingpins Hong Kong on November 21, and Kingpins New York on January 22-23, 2025.

“Cone Denim is honored to be part of the Kingpins’ One Denim project with Kingpins, Piero, and Tonello,” stated Cone Denim Design Director Pierette Scavuzzo. “We feel that this project aligns with our forward vision and strategy as we develop our collections. This concept also aligns with our sustainability goals of reducing complexity.”

Each season, Kingpins, Turk, and Tonello create a new One Denim collection with a different denim fabric mill. Rather than feature multiple fabrics throughout the collection, One Denim features ten different silhouettes in one fabric to help inspire designers and brands. The newest One Denim collaboration tells the story of versatility using Cone Denim’s Stout fabric. The collection embodies the idea of sustainable design that avoids over development.

“Brands are using a lot of different denims for different styles and different washes. This also means a lot of waste,” stated Kingpins and One Denim Designer Piero Turk. “So, One Denim should show to everybody, mills and brands, that with just one quality you can make [almost] everything. You do not need to use many different denims to develop new ideas and have variety in a collection.”

Marketing and R&D Director Alice Tonello added, “A single fabric can be transformed and reimagined in countless ways, unlocking endless creative potential through innovative washes and finishes made with responsible technologies. It’s fascinating to see how these technologies expand, rather than limit, creative possibilities. We continually show how one fabric can produce a diverse range of results offering a sustainable approach that reduces waste while sparking imagination.”

One Denim silhouettes include five-pocket jeans and trucker jackets, alongside newer fashion forward looks such as vests, t-shirts and dresses. Each silhouette was curated and co-designed by Turk and Cone and sent to Tonello for their industry leading sustainable wash to complete the final look. This collection sets the bar for sustainable development and collaboration across the supply chain.

“We hope this collaboration gives you a visual story of how one fabric can transform into many interpretations, without constraints,” added Scavuzzo. “One Denim serves as inspiration and a model for brands; The bigger the vision, the better, with using only one fabric.”

Posted: October 16, 2024

Source: Cone Denim

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