#Software

2024-11-20

Style3D Studio unveils groundbreaking V7.2 update

Style3D Studio has launched its highly anticipated version 7.2, introducing a suite of innovative features aimed at redefining workflows in 3D design and fashion technology. This latest update promises a transformative experience for users, with enhanced tools for real-time rendering, advanced grading, and industry-leading GPU-powered simulation capabilities.

Style3D Studio 7.2 version brings exciting improvements, including AI-enhanced real-time rendering, upgraded grading, and, most importantly, GPU-powered simulation improvements for cloth, trims, and softbody © 2024 Assyst

At the core of the V7.2 release is a commitment to providing unparalleled quality and efficiency. The integration of AI-enhanced real-time rendering delivers stunningly detailed visuals for products and avatars, enabling designers to create lifelike e-commerce imagery with ease. This allows businesses to start market testing and sales campaigns earlier, enhancing competitiveness in fast-paced markets.

The updated grading and fitting tools mark another leap forward, offering optimized precision and performance for pattern adjustments and accessory design. Seamlessly integrating with leading CAD systems such as Lectra, Gerber, Assyst, and Optitex, Style3D Studio ensures smooth workflows between CAD and 3D modeling environments, allowing creators to achieve exceptional accuracy with minimal effort.

A highlight of V7.2 is the introduction of GPU-powered simulation, delivering a remarkable 64% improvement in speed. Users can now enjoy superior stability and quality when simulating complex multi-layer garments, softbody avatars, and intricate accessories. This enhancement streamlines the modeling process while reducing waste, reinforcing Style3D Studio’s commitment to sustainability in design.

Additional updates in V7.2 include improved avatar customization, support for 4K output, enhanced garment pleat effects, and expanded tools for garment modeling and simulation. These features are complemented by enriched language support, including Portuguese and updates for German, Turkish, and Italian.

Transformative Features at a Glance

+. Visual Excellence: AI-powered real-time rendering with support for fur effects and depth-of-field visuals.

+ Advanced Grading: Seamless fitting for multiple sizes, graphic grading, and buttonhole adjustments.

+ Enhanced Simulation: GPU-accelerated speed for cloth and accessory modeling, ensuring precision and efficiency.

+ User-Friendly Interface: Updated UI interactions, customizable camera settings, and improved import/export functionality for CAD and 3D workflows.

To further explore these features, Style3D Studio is hosting a series of webinars led by industry experts. Participants will gain detailed insights into the new capabilities and their applications in professional workflows.

For more information on Style3D / Assyst and Style3D Studio V7.2 or to register for a webinar, visit the official website.

https://www.assyst.de/

Coats Digital appoints Himanshu Mehrotra as Managing Director to lead next phase of cloud and AI-driven innovation

Coats Digital is delighted to announce the appointment of Himanshu Mehrotra as Managing Director to lead the company’s strategic direction, innovation agenda, and global growth as it accelerates the development of its cloud-native, AI-powered software solutions for the global apparel and footwear supply chain.

Tunicotex Group boosts OTDP to 85%, cuts planning time by 25% & expands production capacity by 40%

Coats Digital is delighted to announce that following the implementation of FastReactPlan, leading Tunisian premium knitwear manufacturer, Tunicotex Group, has significantly improved its on-time delivery performance from 75% to 85%, reduced planning time by 25%, minimised delays and penalty costs, and unlocked 40% additional capacity to take on more customer orders and support sustained business growth.

Suzhou Tianyuan boosts costing accuracy to 98% with Coats Digital’s GSDCost

Coats Digital is delighted to announce that Suzhou Tianyuan Garments Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of high-quality sportswear and functional apparel for global brands such as Adidas, FILA, ANTA, and The North Face, has achieved remarkable productivity and cost management improvements following the implementation of Coats Digital’s award-winning method-time-cost optimisation solution, GSDCost.

Mango joins TextileGenesis pioneering traceability solution, a Lectra company, for a transparent value chain

Mango, one of the leading international fashion groups, has joined TextileGenesis, the pioneering traceability solution for the fashion and textile industries, to trace their natural and animal fibers, synthetics, man-made cellulosic fibers and leather. TextileGenesis, a Lectra company, offers a complete and secure cutting-edge technology with its six-dimensional (6D) offering and unique “fiber forwards” approach. Mango, has long been committed to maintaining a fully transparent supply chain, and TextileGenesis will reinforce this commitment.

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®.