Weaving
Picanol introduces PicConnect: the new online platform for intuitive weaving
Picanol is proud to be “Driven by data”, and as such it has set itself the goal of tackling the next industrial revolution for its customers with the launch of PicConnect. With PicConnect, a new fully digital platform, Picanol is offering a wide range of features, from industrial IoT to service-related applications. PicConnect is a web-based application that can be accessed through a web browser on any device and it functions as the gateway to all Picanol’s digital services. The platform is cloud-based and it allows connecting the Picanol weaving machines to the platform in order to leverage its full extent of possibilities.
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Sustainable Denim: Itema brings its iSAVER® to the Denim Premiere Vision
Itema, worldwide leading manufacturer of advanced weaving solutions, exhibits at Denim Première Vision (Milan, Superstudio Più, 13 and 14 October 2021, booth F6) the mechatronic device iSAVER® that, unique in the sector, allows to denim weavers to save up tp 1.000 Kg of cotton per loom per year thus avoiding to waste circa 20 million of liters of water. An innovation 100% made-in-Italy, iSAVER® is already present in the biggest denim weaving mills in China, Vietnam, Turkey, Egypt, Italy and South America.
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Christo's last work of art: a connection between Germany and France
Christo planned to cover the Arc de Triomphe in Paris in 2020. But COVID-19 intervened and shortly afterwards the internationally renowned artist died. His nephew now has accomplished posthumously Christo's last work. The woven fabric for this oeuvre was provided by a German customer of Lindauer DORNIER GmbH.
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Paris Arc de Triomphe to be wrapped: Fabric is made in Germany by SETEX
It all started in the mid-1990s in the reunified Berlin: SETEX-Textil GmbH supplied the fabric for the wrapping of the German Reichstag. For what was probably the last project of the artist couple Christo and Jeanne-Claude, the weaving machines were running at full speed again. For the wrapping of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the world-famous artists relied on the expertise of the textile specialist for the fifth time. Blue and grey polypropylene fabrics were produced at the Greven production site, which will completely cover the Arc de Triomphe in Paris from 18 September.
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On 1 September 2021, 16 young people (industrial mechanics, mechatronics technicians, cutting machine operators, construction mechanics, electricians for industrial engineering, machine and plant operators and industrial clerks) began their training at DORNIER. Two of them are studying technical subjects at the University of Cooperative Education in Ravensburg.
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Speed by name and speed in performance…the brand new 2FAST rapier weaving machine from SMIT is built for ultimate productivity. Its compact design combines maximum output rates with quality and versatility. Made in Italy, it echoes the country’s traditions of speed in motor sports, with competitive performance that is also environmentally kind.
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In reference to the press release issued by Rieter Holding AG (SWX: RIEN) on Monday, August 16, 2021, Picanol Group (Picanol nv) would like to respond as follows.
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What do weavers need? In a word, it’s security – for both fabric quality and profit margins. And for this double security, there’s only one solution: the Uster Q-Bar 2 formation monitoring system. It’s like having an extra operator dedicated to a single weaving machine…
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How the TIEPRO warp tying machine delights weavers worldwide
Stäubli unveiled the revolutionary TIEPRO tying machine in 2019. In the short time since then, this machine has become a standard workhorse in renowned weaving mills around the world. Offering unique, easy-handling properties and efficient warp-sheet processing, it has thoroughly convinced operators and managers alike. TIEPRO has become a must-have for forward-looking weaving mills. What makes it so special?
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Process optimization and flexibility
The weaving mill “Tessitura Nesi Fausto & Nesi Silvano,” in Montale, Italy mill invested in a fully equipped SAFIR S60 drawing-in machine with all Active Warp Control options, including the yarn sorting feature. With impeccable drawing in for a high-quality weaving process, this mill enjoys excellent agility in the organization of its weaving hall and supports its position as leading supplier to premium brands that market four or more seasonal collections per year. www.tessituranesi.it
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Change in commercial management of Lindauer DORNIER
After more than 16 years as commercial managing director, Dipl.-Oec. Hans-Jürgen Schmidt will retire by 31 December 2021 and hand over his function as CFO of Lindauer DORNIER GmbH to his successor Dipl.-Ing. Franz-Peter Matheis as of 01 July 2021.
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Lindauer DORNIER presents new solutions for the production of filter fabrics and fiber composites at ITMA Asia
For the first time in years, ITMA Asia (12. - 16.6., Shanghai) takes place again this spring. Lindauer DORNIER is looking forward to the trade fair, which – due to the pandemic – will be held both on-site and in a virtual format. The machine and plant manufacturer from Lindau will present its latest developments in the production of high-quality filter fabrics and future-oriented fiber composite components.
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ITEMA GROUP exhibiting innovative weaving solutions at ITMA Asia 2021
Itema, the global leading provider of advanced weaving solutions, participates at ITMA Asia 2021 (Hall 3 – D32) in Shanghai showcasing dedicated weaving machines for denim and technical fabrics and, for the first time, in a unique booth for all the Group’s companies.
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