#Carpets

2023-01-12

Eltex of Sweden presents new G3s yarn break sensor at Domotex

The new G3s yarn break sensor (c) 2023 Eltex of Sweden

With its sensors, the Scandinavian company Eltex of Sweden has been ensuring the smoothest possible processes when weaving, tufting, winding or sewing for more than 50 years. The new G3s yarn break sensor, first presented at DOMOTEX 2023, is now set to continue this success story.

Eltex of Sweden from Osby in the historic province of Skåne is essentially dedicated to the development of yarn sensors and yarn tension monitors, as well as the associated data acquisition. Eltex's original product, the weft stop motion for weaving machines, has been continuously developed and perfected since its presentation in 1964. The various sensors are suitable for weaving machines, warping creels, tufting machines, winders, sewing machines and a wide range of other production machines. The Swedes are now presenting the new G3s yarn break sensor for the first time at DOMOTEX 2023 in Hanover.

The G3s yarn break sensor uses piezoelectric technology to detect the movement of all types of yarns in many different applications. As it does not rely on a central control unit, control can be very cost effective. The G3s is designed to detect yarn breaks on textile machines with up to 120 yarns. Available with eight, ten or twelve eyelets, individual sensors can also be linked together. Then they are connected to a machine control system (PLC) or other electronic devices such as relays or I/O modules. And should it not be possible to connect the G3s or other Eltex sensors such as EVG-s or UPG directly to the PLC, an Eltex FlexiHub can be used instead.

Object Carpet tests production of rPET BCF yarn on Neumag BCF line

In a joint project with Object Carpet GmbH, Denkendorf; the Institute for Textile Technology (ITA), Augsburg; and Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR), Feldkirchen, Austria, Barmag investigated the processing of recycled polyester for BCF yarn. The goal was to evaluate the fundamental suitability of 100% recycled carpet material for reuse in carpet yarn production to create a closed-loop system in carpet manufacturing. To date, commercial rPET BCF processes have been based solely on rPET from bottle pellets.

Vandewiele Group presents integrated textile innovations at ITM 2026

At ITM 2026 in Istanbul, the Vandewiele Group will showcase a broad portfolio of weaving, carpet and textile machinery technologies under the theme “Textile Innovations Together”. From 9 to 13 June 2026, the Group will present solutions from its brands Vandewiele, Savio, IRO and BMSvision in Hall 7 / Booth 710A.

Tradition and Innovation – Phoenox Textiles Ltd. relies on state-of-the-art carpet back-coating line from Brückner

For more than 70 years, Phoenox Textiles Ltd. has been synonymous with quality, reliability, and inno-vation in the textile industry. Founded in 1954 in Huddersfield (Yorkshire, UK), a region with a long tradition in textiles, this family-owned business has continued to evolve without losing sight of its roots. Today, in its fourth generation under the leadership of the Mosley family, Phoenox successfully combines decades of experience with a clear, forward-looking corporate strategy.

SHIMA SEIKI brings new flat knitting technologies to FEBRATEX 2026

Leading flat knitting solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Brazilian representative BRASTEMA TECNOLOGIA TEXTIL LTDA., will exhibit at the Brazilian Textile Industry Fair (FEBRATEX 2026) this month. On display will be a roundup of SHIMA SEIKI computerized flat knitting technology, represented by WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machines, computerized flat knitting machines featuring a brand-new model with high productivity and excellent cost performance, a glove knitting machine and the latest digital solutions.

Lenzing reports improved half-year results and advances strategic transformation

Despite a persistently challenging market environment in the first half of 2026, characterized by volatile energy and raw material prices, subdued global consumer demand and intensified competition from Asia, the Lenzing Group significantly improved its financial performance. Net result after tax more than doubled to EUR 35.6 million, compared with EUR 15.2 million in the first half of 2025. Free cash flow increased to EUR 45.8 million, while EBITDA amounted to EUR 239.2 million. Revenue totaled EUR 1.27 billion, compared with EUR 1.34 billion in the previous year.

Trützschler’s latest spinning and card clothing innovations at CAITME 2026

From September 8 to 10, 2026, Trützschler will present its latest innovations in spinning and card clothing for state-of-the-art fiber processing at CAITME in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Visitors are invited to meet the experts at Pavilion 2, Booth D50 and explore solutions designed to increase productivity, streamline processes, and ensure consistently high yarn quality. Key topics include the next-generation card TC 30i, the integrated draw frame IDF 3, the high-performance comber TCO 21XL as well as Trützschler Card Clothing’s new flat top series STEELTOP®.