#Spinning

2025-12-11

Saurer Technologies Twisting Solutions at ICFE 2026

Saurer Technologies Twisting Solutions, a global leader in textile machinery innovation, will be present at the International Carpet and Flooring Expo ICFE 2026. Join us January 6–9 at the Istanbul Expo Center, Türkiye, as industry leaders, manufacturers, and innovators gather to explore the latest breakthroughs in carpet and flooring technology. Let’s meet at the new established global Center of the Carpet Sector in hall 3, booth 300!

Our team of experts will be on site to discuss the latest market trends, technological advances, and new developments designed specifically for the carpet industry. Our intelligent solutions deliver efficiency, and innovation with every twist.

FilamentTwister FilamentCabler life in action

Participate in the event while we’ll unveil our latest machine, the FilamentCabler FilamentTwister, life in action at the trade show. Visit us in hall 3, booth 300 to experience its compelling performance and market-tailored solutions firsthand.

Innovation, efficiency, and market expansion for filament yarns

We have developed the FilamentTwister FilamentCabler to process FDY, DTY and ATY, enabling customers to unlock market opportunities. This machine combines superior refining technology, high productivity, and low energy consumption, helping you to rapidly realize innovative and economical filament yarn solutions for carpets and apparel. Fine filament yarns are the key driver for innovative textile products. Yarns, made from FDY, DTY, and ATY, unlock a wealth of possibilities across carpets and apparel textiles. They pair exceptional technical performance with aesthetic appeal and near-limitless application potential. These yarns blend strength, flexibility, and a pleasant texture, enabling products that are both functional and stylish.

Furthermore, the new machine also opens processing possibilities for synthetic staple fibre articles. Our FilamentTwister FilamentCabler impresses with its big gauge, available in 345 or 414 mm, and feeding and take-up options for 6, 8, or 10 inches – these capabilities let you instantly unlock the filament yarn market.

Leading the way in innovation

At Saurer, we are proud to set the standards for twisting and cabling machines across various industries, including tire cord, carpet, staple fibre, glass filament, and industrial yarns. With our advanced machinery and decades of experience, we provide intelligent and cost-effective solutions that enable our customers to navigate the dynamic market with confidence. Our commitment to continuous innovation drives our pioneering spirit ensuring our customers remain at the forefront of technology in the textile sector.

Saurer at ITM 2026: Answering markets needs for flexibility

The textile industry is facing unprecedented challenges: geopolitical tensions, natural disasters and pandemics and are changing market conditions overnight. Today, flexibility is no longer an option, but a survival strategy. At the ITM 2026 in Istanbul, Saurer will be demonstrating how modern machine technology delivers flexibility – from bale to yarn – in hall 7 at booth 709 A.

Saurer’s leading technology for the yarns of tomorrow at ITMA Asia 2025

Saurer, is looking forward to presenting the latest innovation highlights at the ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore on booth C 301 in hall 3. The spinning, twisting, and automation solutions are underlining the commitment to driving efficiency, sustain-ability, and digitalisation in the textile industry, paving the way for the yarns of tomorrow.

Barmag and Hitech Automation enter into partnership for an auto-doff system for texturing machines

Barmag (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and Hitech Automation Solutions PVT LTD. of Surat, India, have agreed to an exclusive partnership to jointly market Hitech’s Doffmatic automation solution for Barmag’s proven manual eFK texturing machines. In many texturing facilities, manual doffing processes remain heavily operator-dependent – resulting in issues such as increased scrap, inconsistent quality, and limited productivity.

Uster’s new Recycling Opening Index guides spinners to the perfect blend

Uster AFIS 6 now offers the key data for better decisions when blending recycled fibers. Process control is decisive in determining the quality and economic outcome. The new R Recycling Module of AFIS 6 introduces the Recycling Opening Index (ROI), so spinners can optimize their circularity credentials. It was officially launched at ITM 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye.

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.

DYNEEMA® and NP Aerospace advance personal protection for military servicewomen

Dyneema®, owned by Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, is supplying its high-performance unidirectional (UD) materials to world-leading armor manufacturer NP Aerospace, enabling the production of armor systems designed specifically to fit the female body. With 2,000 new armor systems, including 4,000 plates, made in the United Kingdom (UK) and delivered in June 2026, this collaboration addresses a long-standing lack of high-quality personal protection specially built for female defense and security personnel.

Textile Exchange publishes comprehensive polyester LCA study

Textile Exchange has released a new Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study on polyester, providing detailed data on the environmental impacts of both virgin and recycled polyester production. The study aims to strengthen understanding across the fashion, textile and apparel industries and support more informed decision-making regarding polyester sourcing and production.