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	Shima Seiki to present its Total Fashion System Visitors to the Shima Seiki booth at this month?s ITM Texpo Eurasia will be able to gain a greater understanding of the flat knitting machine builder?s Total Fashion System which unifies the apparel supply chain from planning and design, yarn selection, evaluation and production to sales promotion. Read More

	Warp knitted advances for the construction industry With an increasing use of fibres such as carbon and aramid for reinforcement applications, Knitting Trade Journal explores the growing levels of warp knitted technical textiles currently being used in the construction industry. Read More

	China still dominating global knitting machinery sales Global shipments of large diameter circular knitting machines increased by 27 per cent to a record 36,650 in 2012 with Turkey registering as the second single investor behind China. Read More

	New challenges for Tunisian knitters Despite political problems over the last couple of years, Tunisia?s knitwear manufacturing capability is still recognised in some parts of Europe, and in France in particular, as a prime sourcing destination for many of the continent?s leading knitwear buyers. Read more

	Karl Mayer upgrades tricot machine The latest versions of Karl Mayer?s HKS 3-M and HKS 3-S tricot machines are now available with several completely new features including a wider range of working widths. Read more

	Planet Textiles date confirmed This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for?enquiries?please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

NEW ISSUE: sign up to see a sample of the contents of the most recent magazine.
Now six issues per year, the May-June issue of Knitting Trade Journal includes the latest news, features and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries.

The timing of this issue is particularly interesting and has given us the opportunity to publish previews of three major exhibitions coming up over the next month.

Inside you?ll find details of just some of the latest knitting technology that will be on show at ITM Texpo Eurasia, Techtextil and Shanghaitex.

There are also knitting mill profiles including one of Germany?s most forward thinking producers of technical textiles as well as well the latest industry news, exhibition news, patents and more.

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

	New applications for shapewear technology Invista is extending its Lycra Beauty shapewear fabric platform to synthetic-based fabrics for lingerie and delicate lace, as well as fabrics made with natural/cellulosic fibres. Read More

	Single jersey focus for Orizio After its success of the last two editions of the ITM exhibition, Italian circular knitting machine builder Orizio has told Knitting Trade Journal that it is once again looking forward to participating at this summer's show and meeting the demands of visitors keen to explore new fabric possibilities and the latest available technology. Read More


	Woolmark to launch online sourcing guide Companies involved in the wool production pipeline are being invited to promote their wool-rich products, such as knitted fabrics and yarns, in a new, free-of-charge initiative created by The Woolmark Company. Read More

	Invista confirms new Lycra Moves dates Invista has confirmed that its Lycra Fiber Moves forum, the two-day event that offers a valuable insight into the latest technological developments and future legwear industry trends, will be returning to Verona later this year for its third edition. Read more

	Clariant launches yarn colour and trend forecasting tool Clariant has developed a colour and trend forecasting tool aimed at providing designers and producers of textile yarn and filaments with an insight into what consumers will respond to in 2014 and beyond. Read more

	Planet Textiles date confirmed This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for?enquiries?please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

NEW ISSUE: sign up to see a sample of the contents of the most recent magazine.
Now six issues per year, the March April issue of Knitting Trade Journal includes the latest news, features and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries.

The March-April edition examines some of the latest developments from the circular knitting industry including a detailed look at the latest labour saving devices for knitting mill owners to invest in.

There are also several knitting mill profiles including visit to one of Columbia?s leading circular knitters as well as the reports from some of the most recent exhibitions such as ISPO, Expofil and Premiere Vision.

Also included is a feature exploring the latest innovations from the hosiery machine sector as well the latest industry news, exhibition news,? patents and more.

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

	Evolution continues for seamlesswear Santoni?s latest EVO 4J machine is described as an ideal option for those knitting mills that as well as wanting to serve the market for seamless, fashionable and sophisticated knitwear, are also conscious of the need for high levels of output. Read More

	Calzedonia eyes further growth The Italian hosiery and swimwear chain Calzedonia, which also operates the Intimissimi lingerie chain, has reported net profit growth for the year and reiterated its plans to further expand overseas. Read More

	China buying more Italian knits The latest figures from the Italian Foreign Trade Institute in Shanghai show consistent growth for imports of Italian fabrics into China over the last few years, cementing its position behind Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. Read More

	Indorama to ramp up spandex production India?s knitting and hosiery sectors are likely to welcome Indorama?s decision to double production capacity of its spandex fibre in the country to 10,000 tonnes per year by the end of 2014. Read more

	Anvil Knitwear drives Gildan sales As it continues to upgrading its circular knitting equipment at the former Anvil Knitwear facility in Honduras to support its growth in more specialized performance products, Gildan has announced record results for it second quarter, boosted by the recently acquired organic cotton specialist. Read more

	Planet Textiles date confirmed This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for?enquiries?please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

	Tricot machine offers greater flexibility One of Karl Mayer?s best-selling tricot machines from the last 12 years has been developed further to make it faster, more compact and increasingly versatile. Read More

	Circular knitter commits to sustainable production One European circular knitting mill is now significantly ahead of many of its competitors both in terms of ultra-fine fabrics and a clear dedication to sustainable textile production. Read More

	Seminars to address new knit developments A series of seminars held during July?s Texworld USA exhibition will feature several presentations covering the latest trends and developments for knitted fabrics as well as insights into the changing global landscape for brands and retailers looking to source knitwear. Read More

	Knitwear apprentice success triggers national roll-out The success of a modern apprenticeship scheme in the Borders region of Scotland has prompted the country?s textile manufacturers to launch the scheme on a nationwide basis. Read More

	New dimensions for seamless knitwear Old myths about seamless knitwear being associated only with synthetic yarns have been well and truly quashed by the latest seamless knitting technology from Santoni. Read More

	Insider's Guide to Sustainable Cotton: NOW PUBLISHED Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News, Sustainable Nonwovens and Knitting Trade Journal, this invaluable, 136 page A5 hndbook covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents going forward. Read More

NEW ISSUE: sign up to see a sample of the contents of the most recent magazine.
Out now, the latest issue of Knitting Trade Journal includes the latest news, features and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries. As well of details of all the latest knitting technology currently available on the market, this issue includes a detailed preview of this summer's ITMA Asia + CITME exhibition. It also includes a close look at two European knitting mills currently blazing an innovative trail through the knitwear sector and the latest flat knitting technology developments aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing energy usage.

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Karl Mayer strengthens lace machine service

	New dimensions for seamless knitwear Old myths about seamless knitwear being associated only with synthetic yarns have been well and truly quashed by the latest seamless knitting technology from Santoni. Read More

	China?s demand for new technology suggests a buoyant Yiwu The 13th China (Yiwu) International Exhibition on Hosiery, Knitting, Dyeing & Finishing Machinery will take place on 27-30 November 2012 at Yiwu International Exhibition Centre, Yiwu, Zhejiang, China. Read More

	Mixed fortunes for global knitting machine sales There were mixed fortunes for global shipments of new electronic knitting machinery in 2011 with flat knitting machines recording an increase in sales of 37% while sales of large diameter circular knitting m Read More

	Lectra launches new knit design software ?Lectra has released a new version of its KaledoR textile design suite for knits. Read More

	Emerging markets and to drives the global textile market, report A new report suggests that the global market for textile fibres is forecast to reach 101 million tons, while the spun yarn market could reach 51 million tons by the year 2017, driven by rising consumer confidence, increasing demand for textiles, globalization of textile trade, and surge in demand from key end-use markets. Read More

	Insider's Guide to Sustainable Cotton: NOW PUBLISHED Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News, Sustainable Nonwovens and Knitting Trade Journal, this invaluable, 136 page A5 hndbook covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents going forward. Read More

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Karl Mayer strengthens lace machine service

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- Pioneering the future with smart knits
  
  Wakefield - Smart textile applications and the integration of robotics are driving research and innovation in the knitting industry.
  
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