30 April 2012, Greensboro, NC
Südwolle Group, a leading producer in the field of worsted wool spinning has obtained Oeko-Tex certification to ensure that its yarns are tested to be free from harmful levels of more than 300 substances that are suspected of being dangerous to humans.
27 April 2012, Shanghai
According to Germany’s VDMA Textile Machinery Association, the forthcoming ITMA ASIA + CITME in Shanghai is an excellent platform for German technology suppliers who will play a key role in the technological upgrading of the Chinese textiles industry.
26 April 2012, Muttenz
Specialty chemicals supplier Clariant and Swiss textiles innovator Schoeller have worked with USA based sports performance brand Under Armour to develop its latest coldblack sportswear collection which offers advanced UV protection and reflection. The new collection was launched in March 2012 and is said to be creating a sensation in the US sports market.
25 April 2012, Leicester
Leicestershire, UK based carbon fibre and speciality composite reinforcements manufacturer Formax has announced that it’s new glass Malitronic Multiaxial machine is now operational and working at full capacity.
24 April 2012, Paris
French warp knitting machine engineering company Schinasi International Textile Machines (SITM) has developed what is thought to be the world’s finest weft insertion device for a tricot warp knitting machine in gauge E40 (40 needles per inch).
24 April 2012, Wakayama
In 1962, flat knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki began developing products to benefit the knitting industry under the corporate motto Ever Onward. 50 years later the leading Japanese company continues to supply cutting-edge flat knitting technology and ITMA Asia + CITME 2012, which is being held in Shanghai from 12-16 June, presents an excellent opportunity for Shima to showcase its current offering during its anniversary year.
