#ITM 2018

2018-04-09

SANTEX RIMAR GROUP and HAS GROUP at ITM 2018

SANTEX RIMAR GROUP and HAS GROUP (Hall 12 / Booth 1206) are looking forward to meeting a lot of customers at ITM 2018. Considering the whole complementary processes and specific customers’ needs, both companies are committed to innovation and machinery improvement. During the trade-show it will be possible to meet their staff at the booth and see some of their best-seller textile finishing products.

CSM6

New generation vertical Brushing Machine with brand new technologies applied: Moving parts and Free action.

Thanks to these two features customers will solve the wing-gap problem and be able to obtain different brush effects on the same fabric.

DECOFAST 3.5

The evolution of the continuous decatizing process under pressure for finishing Polyester-Viscose, Polyester-Cotton, Wool & Wool Blend and Synthetics Blends, knitted and woven fabrics adds value to the whole finishing process. Sperotto Rimar Decofast 3.5, with already almost 140 units installed worldwide, is the answer to the actual market demand of growth through value.

HEAT RECOVERY SYSTEM

Another product to be exhibited at the fair is Electrostatic Filter and Heat Recovery System. The unit is produced to heat the environment in the cabins and to save energy taking advantage of the hot air coming from exhaust shafts of Ram machines working at very high temperature. RAM-

RAM-X series stenter frames offers maximum operating efficiency for the best possible quality results with minimum energy consumption for treatment of textile products. The new reinforced chain and rail system is the benchmark for heavy weight fabrics such as knitted, woven, nonwovens, denim and technical textiles applications.

Thanks to the modular and compact machine design, RAM-X is easy to ship and needs less maintenance. RCM-D

Suitable for all kinds of natural and synthetic woven and knitted fabrics, RCM-D guarantees raising flexibility.

Drums and working rollers can be operated in different rotation directions and pile and counter pile raising rollers work at independently adjustable speed. Double drum raising machine alternatively consists of 24 or 28 working rollers.

STM-X

New STM-X stainless steel improved in terms of corrosion-oxidation resistance and makes the machine lifetime longer. Less maintenance is required.

Patented storage chain automatically reduces the number of sticks and adjustable stick distance solves the rubbing issue with sensitive fabrics, especially digitally printed fabrics.

High precision in coating and laminating // Cavitec introduces new technology achieving unmatched performance of activewear fabrics

Cavitec stands for high-end machines for coating, laminating, impregnation and is the first choice of prepreg suppliers. The Swiss firm, part of Santex Rimar Group, presents – first time to the public – the redesigned Caviscreen at Techtextil Frankfurt. Caviscreen features latest technology attaining unparalleled results for breathable laminates and offering an interesting cost bonus.

Asia's fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE returns in September

Asia’s premier annual fashion event CENTRESTAGE--organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 2 to 5 September. One of the flagship programmes of the third "Hong Kong Fashion Fest", CENTRESTAGE will bring together some 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and will feature more than 40 spectacular events, including over 30 fashion shows.

SAITEX reports efficiency gains and greater transparency in 2025 Impact Report

Vietnam-based denim manufacturer SAITEX has published its 2025 Impact Report, documenting progress in resource efficiency, chemical management, digital traceability and knowledge sharing across its manufacturing operations in Vietnam and the United States. Rather than focusing on sustainability ambitions, the report presents operational data, manufacturing developments and lessons learned from the past year.

Aid by Trade Foundation presents annual report for 2025: Market position and impact of sustainably verified natural fibres strengthened

Despite global supply chain challenges, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) was able to further expand its international role in promoting sustainably verified natural fibres in 2025. In doing so, the foundation remains true to its fundamental approach of leveraging market forces. Last year, it generated total revenues of EUR 7.8 million; this included EUR 6.7 million collected through the successful marketing of four standards: Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), CmiA Organic, The Good Cashmere Standard (GCS), and the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS). AbTF invested the resulting income in projects aiming to protect biodiversity, support women, increase transparency in the textile supply chain, and implement its verification system.

Barmag presents metering pump solutions at ASE China

From September 15 to 17, 2026, Barmag’s Pumps Division will present its solutions for the precise delivery and metering of adhesives, sealants, and other high-viscosity media at ASE China at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The focus of the exhibition will be on high-precision gear metering pumps that help plant managers sustainably optimize material usage, process stability, and product quality. (Booth E4235).