Spinning – Yarn

Jun122018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Loepfe Displays Yarn Control System FALCON-i in US

The market for technical textiles is steadily growing since several years. Typical applications include the production of fabrics for airbags, tire cords, filtration materials, architectural fabrics, sailcloth, and many others. The quality requirements for many of these fields – especially for safety- critical applications – are very high. The challenge for weaving mills is the production with zero-defects. During the Techtextil show, which has been held in Atlanta/Georgia, USA, end of May, Loepfe experienced very strong demands for their yarn control solution Weft-Master FALCON-i. “Today, technical textiles are included in nearly every aspect of human lives covering a variety of different needs. Especially producers from the US are keen to find simple solutions, which contribute to

Jun72018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Vein-Like Patterns Produce a Vibrant Design

Spinning - Yarn, Weaving

The LACE.EXPRESS models are the latest technical innovations in jacquard multibar raschel machines from KARL MAYER, a company that is developing its lace products all the time. A pattern was developed in time for the ITM exhibition in April 2018 in Istanbul, which allowed the LACE.EXPRESS to demonstrate all its special features when processing bourdon cord. The non-stretch, all-over lace is intended for use in apparel. Its decorative, scalloped edges can be used directly for the hems of dresses, skirts and tops. The scalloped design is continued into the lace fabric to create decorative, floral motifs in a striped arrangement. The flowers and leaves are interpreted graphically and arranged on a ground that is patterned with different designs. Narrow net patterns, organic structures

Jun62018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

ITEMA Group Showed a Very Significant Growth Rate in The First Quarter of 2018

Spinning - Yarn, Weaving

Itema Group, the leading global provider of advanced weaving solutions, including best-in-class weaving machines, spare parts and integrated services, announced its results for the first quarter of 2018, once again confirming the Group constant growth over the past few years. The turnover amounted to €80.5 million in the first quarter of 2018, increasing by +15% compared to same period last year. A special mention goes to the Company’s core business, manufacturing and marketing of best-in-class weaving machines, which registered unprecedented sales results over the same period of 2017. An exceptional leap for Itema weaving machines which increasingly represent the preferred choice and continue to gather the appreciation of weavers in the main textile markets such as China, Turkey and In

May302018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Fabric and Accessory Manufacturers Meet in TEXHUB with a Variety of Colors and Patterns

Fairs, Fibers, Spinning - Yarn, Textile

Duty Fairs Ltd. and Texstar Co. , Limited will be held for the first time this year at the Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Convention and Exhibition Center on 7-9 November 2018. This fair, where the world's brands will meet in the field of textile, yarn and accessories, will also host the participants from the Turkish textile and garment sector. Texhub Istanbul is preparing to welcome industrial yarn producers with the Yarnhub division, which will be realized simultaneously in addition to being a platform for exhibiting fabrics, accessories, yarns, fibers and patterns. Turkey's commercial and financial center (in Istanbul) Istanbul Fair held Texhub, will meet Turkish textile producers with quality and affordable products of Far Eastern textile suppliers especially in China. In addition ...

May282018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Two Major Brands with Innovation Spirit and Traditional Values : Inman Mills and USTER®

Spinning - Yarn, Weaving

Textile manufacturers and their technology suppliers face many challenges in common, in an increasingly competitive and quality-conscious business. That’s why it’s important that they share a vision of excellence, which fosters both individual success and technological progress. Well-known North American textile producer Inman Mills is a prime example, in its relationship with USTER®. Both companies have a proud heritage, founded on ‘traditional’ values – and a strong commitment to innovation. Inman Mills produces some of the world’s most advanced fabrics for a wide range of applications. Its spinning and weaving plants are well established throughout the Southeast portion of the United States. The mill founded in 1901 near Spartanburg, South Carolina, is one of the oldest and most tra

May282018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Starlinger Acquires Barmag Spinnzwirn from Oerlikon

Genel, Spinning - Yarn

The Austrian Starlinger Group takes over the business unit Barmag Spinnzwirn based in Chemnitz (Germany) from Oerlikon. The integration of the related technologies for spinning lines for the production of tapes, monofilaments, yarns, and twisted yarns as well as texturing machines into the existing product portfolio holds significant potential for synergy effects in service, engineering, and sales. The business unit known as Barmag Spinnzwirn is a part of the Oerlikon segment Manmade Fibers that specializes in turnkey extrusion plants for the production of tapes and monofilaments such as artificial grass, baler twine, carpet backing, or geotextiles as well as in high speed winders and precision winding machines for textile and technical yarns and twisted yarns as well as texturing machi...

May222018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Global Textile Industry Gathering at Yarn Expo

Dyeing – Finishing, Fairs, Spinning - Yarn

The 27 – 29 September event is expected to attract over 500 exhibitors to Shanghai’s National Exhibition and Convention Center. Yarn Expo is a leading sourcing platform to both exhibitors and visitors. Suppliers from Asian and European countries showcase their latest collection of natural and blended yarns including cotton, wool, flax / regenerated flax, and man-made fibres and yarns, as well as specialty products including elastic, fancy and blended yarns. The show is also an ideal opportunity for overseas buyers to gain access to some of the leading domestic suppliers in the industry. With both spring and autumn editions in Shanghai, the show provides an excellent opportunity for overseas suppliers to build stronger relationships in the region and increase their presence in the mar

May212018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

SSM Launched Its Biggest Show at ITM Fair in Istanbul

Spinning - Yarn

In the first four month SSM (Schärer Schweiter Mettler) AG attended eight exhibitions around the world. In Colombia, Bangladesh, Japan, Russia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Turkey and Pakistan SSM could convince the interested visitors about their solutions for yarn processing and winding. The exhibitions in Colombia, Bangladesh, Russia, Indonesia and Pakistan took place on joint booths of the SSM representatives. During the shows, SSM met many existing, and also potential new customers that showed interest in their products. Thanks to the great effort and support of the SSM agents the exhibitions have been a great success. For Japan Yarn Fair and Saigontex, SSM had their own booth with the kind support of their local representatives. There, the main focus was given to the high range of possi

May92018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Rimtex Displayed its Solutions at ITM Istanbul

Spinning - Yarn

Rimtex, which was established in India, exhibited its latest innovations at ITM 2018, the world’s largest textile event. Today, the consumers are demanding better fabric all over the world, and Rimtex, which has a 50-year experience in the production of spinning rings, manufactures the required equipmentdemanded by designers, boutiques and big brands in order to manufacture high quality yarns. With its sliver handling system developed for obtaining high quality fabrics, Rimtex that meets the increasing needs of the sector totally adapts to the developing yarn machines. Rimtex, which offers complete solutions with its new sliver handling system, provides significant advantages for optimized spinning process by adapting to changing production conditions. Tango Series - Mot

May92018 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

The Premium Class Of Chrome-Plated Spinning Rings From Reiners + Fürst

Spinning - Yarn

R+F will present the latest generation of TURBO rings and enhanced ring travellers at ITM 2018 Turbo rings and enhanced ring travellers manufactured from first-class hardened 100Cr6 steel, the ring is hard chrome-plated at our own ultra modern coating company using the latest technology, and additionally receives a final finish. The Turbo ring is flexible in use and stands for maximum productivity, the highest yarn quality and a long life cycle. The special feature lies in the precision, the absolutely low tolerance of the ring profile and the coating. The special characteristic of the R+F hard chrome surface combines optimal lubrication with extremely low wear. This results in extremely long service lives at maximum spindle speeds. The Turbo high-speed ring sets new standards in...