August

Mayer & Cie to launch Spinit knitting machine in China

Mayer & Cie's Spinit 3.0 E technology, which combines three operations - spinning, cleaning and knitting - will be officially launched into the Chinese market in October.

Dogi

Dogi moves for Spanish knitwear firm

Warp knitted stretch fabric manufacturer Dogi has acquired women's knitwear manufacturer Knitwear Treiss.

Invista headlines at London show

Invista, one of the world's largest integrated producers of polymers and fibres and owner of the Lycra brand, demonstrated its latest concept collection in London this month.

CoolVisions

Dyeable polypropylene for high performance knits

Functional fabrics featuring CoolVisions' dyeable polypropylene filament have now been developed with additional benefits provided by creora eco-soft, a low-heat settable spandex from global synthetic fibre manufacturer, Hyosung.

Jakob Muller

Jakob Müller AG acquires dyeing & finishing specialist

JMBT Beteiligungen, part of the Jakob Müller Group, has acquired 100 per cent of the share capital of Benninger AG from Benninger Holding AG, a move that adds dyeing and finishing expertise to the Swiss company's current knitted and woven narrow fabric capability.

AEC Narrow Fabrics

AEC Narrow Fabrics awarded Oeko-Tex certification

Asheboro Elastics (AEC), the US-based manufacturer of knitted narrow fabrics has been awarded the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, which ensures that AEC narrow fabrics have been tested to be free of harmful levels of more than 300 potentially harmful substances.

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Knitting Trade Journal

LATEST ISSUE: The July-August printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

The July-August 2016 printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

This issue includes a round up of the latest news from the warp knitting sector including new developments as well as interviews, market trends and analysis.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at
key exhibitions and some of the latest developments from the fabrics
and fashion sectors.

The July-August issue of Knitting Trade Journal also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight and new patent developments.

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Lenzing to ramp up speciality fibre production

Austrian fibre manufacturer Lenzing says it is responding to an increase in demand for its speciality fibres by expanding its production capacity by 35,000 tons by 2018.

Luxury yarns

Luxury yarns in abundance for coming season

Luxury yarns such as extra fine merino wool and cashmere along with speciality fibres ranging from yak to alpaca will characterise the next Fall/Winter season.

A&E partners with Gerber to supply knitting industry

American & Efird (A&E) has announced that its threads and colours, widely used in the knitting industry, are now integrated within Gerber Technology's YuniquePLM software.

Groz Beckert

Groz Beckert knitting solutions at ITMA Asia

Groz Beckert will exhibit at October's ITMA Asia + CITME exhibition where its new generation of Litespeed needles and 'transparent' knitting machines will underpin the theme of 'productivity and profitability'

Terrot

Terrot takes Corizon to US market

Circular knitting machine builder Terrot has been demonstrating its latest technology, capable of combining spinning and knitting in a single machine, in the US.

BTSR Ultrafeeder 2

BTSR to launch latest yarn feeding technology

Visitors to October's ITMA Asia + CITME exhibition will be able to see BTSR's latest yarn feeding solution for hosiery and knitwear production.

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Knitting Trade Journal

LATEST ISSUE: The July-August printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

The July-August 2016 printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

This issue includes a round up of the latest news from the warp knitting sector including new developments as well as interviews, market trends and analysis.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at
key exhibitions and some of the latest developments from the fabrics
and fashion sectors.

The July-August issue of Knitting Trade Journal also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight and new patent developments.

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Karl Mayer to offer twin-demonstration at ITMA Asia

Karl Mayer will have a double presence in Shanghai later this year with a stand at the upcoming ITMA Asia + CITME exhibition and an in-house exhibition at Karl Mayer (China) in Wujin.

Invista

Invista launches next generation Lycra Sport

Invista has launched the latest version of its popular Lycra Sport technology. Unveiled at the recent Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City, Utah, Lycra Sport technology is said to be scientifically engineered to deliver exceptional comfort, fit and support to stretch activewear.

Shima Seiki private show in Sri Lanka

Japanese computerised knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki, together with its Sri Lankan representative Tajima Colombo Ltd., will hold a private exhibition in Sri Lanka this month.

Yarn Expo

Yarn Expo reaches record exhibitor levels

Describing itself as one of the most influential trade platform for yarn and fibre industry players in Asia, Yarn Expo Autumn is renowned for its comprehensive range of exhibitors. As such, the show keeps gaining in popularity, with the number of exhibitors increasing from 258 to more than 270 this year.

HanesBrands

HanesBrands shares Q2 results

Net sales at apparel marketer HanesBrands whose brands include Playtex, Maidenform, Wonderbra and Gear for Sports, have decreased 3 per cent to US$1.47 billion for the quarter ended 2 July 2016.

Karl Mayer

Karl Mayer enhances technical support package for warp knitters

The Karl Mayer Connect app, which provides fast and efficient communication between the machine operators and the technical support specialists is now available to download.

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Knitting Trade Journal

NEW ISSUE: The July-August printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

The July-August 2016 printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

This issue includes a round up of the latest news from the warp knitting sector including new developments as well as interviews, market trends and analysis.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at
key exhibitions and some of the latest developments from the fabrics
and fashion sectors.

The July-August issue of Knitting Trade Journal also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight and new patent developments.

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Jacquard technology to feature at Mayer & Cie ITMA Asia booth

Albstadt - Germany’s Mayer & Cie will have two key machines on show at this year's ITMA Asia, both of which account for two different competence areas that the circular knitting machine manufacturer successfully serves in the Asian market.

fab

Specialist seminar on 3D knits

California - Textile engineering company Fabdesigns, Inc., which specialises in engineering knitted fabrics for apparel and footwear, is to hold a three-day event aimed at exploring the technical innovations and future potential of knitting technology.

Latest yarn and storage feeder technology from Memminger

Dornstetten - Germany's Memminger will have a range of its yarn feeding, control systems and lubrication technology for knitting machines on display at ITMA Asia. The company's latest storage feeder, the MSF 3 ATC, is based on the MSF 3 CAN with 57V DC and is fitted with the Active Tension Control (ATC) sensor for controlling yarn tension. Used together with the GTN controller unit it enables the central setting of the yarn tension on single units, groups of units or on all the units together.

TJL

Stronger sales drive Textured Jersey

Colombo – Textured Jersey, Sri Lanka's largest circular knitter, has posted a 63 per cent increase in profits after tax, boosted by increases in turnover from its recent acquisitions. Total profit after tax was 2.2 billion rupees in the year to March on the back of a 30 per cent increase in turnover to 17.8 billion rupees.

peds

Gildan to acquire Peds Legwear

Montreal – Gildan Activewear Inc. is to pay US$55 million to acquire 100 per cent of Peds Legwear. Peds is a Montreal-based marketer of high-end socks and legwear products, including ladies no-show liners, socks and sheer, and therapeutic hosiery sold mainly under the Peds and MediPeds brands to US and Canadian retailers.

texworld

Exhibitor offering grows at Texworld

Paris - Texworld Paris will be continuing its dynamic offering of materials and components for fashion professionals next month with exhibitor numbers up five per cent for its September edition. Registrations to date confirm the central role of Paris in the fashion industry, and Texworld Paris says it is perfectly positioned to be a leading player there. For its 39th edition, Texworld Paris is expected to be more attractive than ever, with a participation of nearly 950 exhibitors from 24 countries, an increase of 5% compared to September 2015.

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Knitting Trade Journal

NEW ISSUE: The July-August printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

The July-August 2016 printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

This issue includes a round up of the latest news from the warp knitting sector including new developments as well as interviews, market trends and analysis.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at
key exhibitions and some of the latest developments from the fabrics
and fashion sectors.

The July-August issue of Knitting Trade Journal also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight and new patent developments.

READ A PREVIOUS ISSUE OF KNITTING TRADE JOURNAL or SUBSCRIBE HERE TODAY.

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	New knit finishing technology from Santex Santex Textile Division has developed the Santasynpact, the latest addition to the Santex family of finishing machines for knitted fabrics. Read More

	Lenzing benefits from greater viscose demand Austrian fibre specialist Lenzing has announced a 6.2 per cent increase in revenue to €955.4 million for the first half of the year, helped by greater demand for viscose and the launch of a new strand of the Tencel for knitwear. Read More

	Interlock demand drives Taiwanese circular knitting machine builder Taiwanese machine builder Su Da is continuing to see a growing demand for its latest interlock circular knitting machines, technology that will feature widely at this autumn's ITMA exhibition. Read More

	Gore to invest $15M in water repellency solutions W.L. Gore & Associates, whose recent developments include the circular knitted, C-Knit Backer Technology, plans to invest more than US$15 million over the next five years, to explore alternative durable water repellent (DWR) solutions. Read More

	Sock knitters anticipate Da Kong's toe-closing technology Visitors to the Da Kong stand at this year's ITMA will be keen to see the sock knitting machine builder's new toe-closing technology. Read More

	Planet Textiles - Sponsorship opportunities available Sustainability conference Planet Textiles, to be held 14 October 2015 in Shanghai, China, will tackle crucial issues on sustainability in the global textile industry. Held alongside Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, confirmed speakers include Sean Cady, VP product stewardship and sustainability, VF Corporation, Nick Smith, head of textiles, Bayer Materials Science, and Phillip Courtenay, senior VP, apparel sourcing, adidas. Sponsorship opportunites include pre–show and on–site branding, as well as lead generation opportunities. Interested? Take a look at our media kit today.

Knitting Trade Journal

The July-August printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, is now available.

This issue includes a round up of the latest knitting technology and ancillary equipment, market trends and analysis.

This issue includes a feature on the current trend towards re-shoring in the United States, a detailed look at the latest warp knitting technology now available as well as profiles of leading knitting mills.

This issue also explores technical textiles with reports on the latest innovations and new products in this increasingly popular sector from both the European edition of Techtextil and Techtextil USA.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at key exhibitions, including the latest yarns trends from Pitti Filati as well as look at some of the latest news from the dyeing and finishing sector.

The July-August issue also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight, new patent developments.

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- Knitting machine market to hit $9b by 2032
  
  New York - The global knitting machine market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%, reaching US$9.03 billion by 2032, a new report suggests.

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March 2018

Editor's Pick
- Podcast: exploring Lenzing’s sustainability report
  
  York – Our sister publication Ecotextile News has published a new podcast in which we take a deep dive into Lenzing’s latest sustainability report and learn more about the environmental milestones reached by the manufacturer of Tencel and Modal fibres.
  
  Our host Philip Berman is joined by Lenzing’s Krishna Manda, VP corporate sustainability, and Thomas Matiz, global product sustainability lead, to discuss the company’s latest sustainability report.
  
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