#Knitting & Hosiery

2019-11-19

STOLL successful at China International Import Expo with knitelligence

CHEMTAX INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. which is STOLL’s sales & service agency in China area, participated in the 2nd China International Import Expo (Nov.5th-10th, 2019) at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai).

STOLL`s agency presented in the equipment exhibition area the latest STOLL knitelligence® tools:

STOLL-artwork®, M1plus®, STOLL-autocreate®, GKS (Grading For Knitting System), SIN (Sintral Crypto Infrastructure), PPS (Production Planning System), APM (Auto Production Mode) and EKC (Extended Knit Control). With STOLL knitelligence®, you could enjoy the automated sweater knittingdevelopment and production to have your personalized sweaters and knitted products.

At the same time the agency showed the latest CMS 530 ki in gauge E7.2. at the booth, which attracteda lot of visitors. The visitors had the opportunity to knit their personalized scarf at the booth by sending an own picture via the official WeChat account of STOLL. This is possible thanks to knitelligence®.

The 2nd China International Import Expo not only provides easier access for global companies to the Chinese market but also function as a platform for economies to be more involved in free trade and global governance.

High visitor interest at the STOLL booth (c) 2019 STOLL

TM WEFT, 270" – More width, more design freedom for the fashion world

KARL MAYER is expanding its successful TM WEFT series with an innovative model that opens up new possibilities, particularly in the fashion & apparel sectors. With a working width of 270", this new machine with weft-insertion not only offers significantly higher output than its narrower counterparts but is also specifically tailored to the demands of dynamic clothing market – particularly in China and Türkiye. A well-thought-out upgrade also ensures even greater design versatility.

“We need to move away from the price trap and return to a value-driven mindset.”

With its new Textile Innovation Center, KARL MAYER is sending a strong signal for innovation, collaboration, and the future of textile applications. In this interview, Karl Josef Mayer discusses new opportunities in warp knitting, the processing of staple fibres, recycling, the changing role of machinery manufacturers, and why the textile industry must once again focus more strongly on the value of textiles. by Oliver Schmidt

SHIMA SEIKI to show complete knitting and cutting workflow at ITM 2026

Leading computerized flat knitting technology provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Turkish representative TETAS IC VE DIS TICARET A.S., will participate in the ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition in Istanbul, Türkiye this month with a full product lineup. In addition to flat knitting machines and design software, visitors will also have the opportunity to experience the full range of SHIMA SEIKI textile machinery with its automatic cutting machine exhibit, all geared toward the fashion apparel market as well as non-apparel related businesses.

The future of textiles, the power of trade, and the summit of technology come together at ITM 2026

ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, one of the most prestigious organizations in the textile technologies sector, opens its doors to visitors between June 9-13. Expected to break records in terms of both exhibitor and visitor numbers, as well as the technological vision it presents, ITM 2026 will transform into a global trade hub with machine sales, and new business collaborations.

ATCO Hygienics, Uzbekistan, orders baby diaper production line from ANDRITZ

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from ATCO Hygienics to supply a new baby diaper production line for its plant in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The order is included in ANDRITZ’s order intake for the first quarter of 2026. Commissioning of the production line is scheduled for the end of 2026.

Nico Pedretti appointed as Managing Director Graf Group

As of June 1, 2026, Nico Pedretti has assumed the role of Managing Director Graf Group. With more than 20 years of international industrial experience and extensive expertise in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Finance and Controlling, he brings a broad range of leadership and business experience to support Graf’s continued success.