October

New viscose melange yarn offers shorter dyeing process

A three-way collaboration between a fibre manufacturer, a dyes specialist and a yarn spinner has resulted in the development of a new viscose melange yarn.

Triumph

Triumph continues with brand divestment

Triumph International has offloaded a second lingerie brand as it continues to focus in its core Triumph and Sloggi brands.

Santoni to demonstrate seamless knits supply chain at Yiwu

Seamless knitting machine specialist Santoni will be part of a unique collaboration at November's Yiwu exhibition aimed at demonstrating the effectiveness of the seamless knitwear supply chain.

Unifi

Unifi expands Repreve global availability and product range

Unifi is to to widen the global availability of its Repreve recycled fibre with the assistance of Korteks, now a licensed manufacturer of Repreve in Turkey, and Sun Chemical, now a distributor of Repreve in Taiwan.

Interfilière

Interfiliere to open in Shanghai

Interfilière Shanghai opens this week at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre with a complete offer of intimates and swimwear.

Planet Textiles

Countdown on for Planet Textiles

There is now less than one week to go until the Planet Textiles conference.

High profile speakers from adidas, the ZHDC Group, VF Corp, bluesign and IPE China are all lined-up for what promises to be a thought-provoking, timely show, particularly given the seismic changes currently taking place in China's textile industry where new laws are finally cracking down on textile polluters.

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Careers in Textiles

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At Careers in Textiles we've got employers and recruiters actively searching for the latest talent through the textiles and apparel industry.

Our audience includes major retailers and companies seeking textile professionals in the design, R&D, sourcing, manufacturing, buying, retail, sales and technical sectors.

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Knitting Trade Journal

NEW ISSUE: The September-October 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.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at key exhibitions as well a look at some of the latest innovations from the circular knitting sector.

This issue also celebrates the 20th anniversary of Shima Seiki's WHOLEGARMENT technology and includes a visit to a high-end knitwear manufacturer to see the production processes in action.

This issue also includes a comprehensive preview of this November's ITMA exhibition, which takes place in Milan.

In the preview we focus on the new knitting technology and ancillary equipment that is likely to be on display from some of the industry's leading manufacturers.

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

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New tricot machine with low energy option

Among the new warp knitting machines on the Karl Mayer stand at next month's ITMA exhibition will be a brand new, high-speed version of the company's best-selling tricot technology equipped with a low energy usage option.

Shima Seiki

Shima Seiki to present latest WHOLEGARMENT technology

Twenty years after the last ITMA Milan, computerized flat knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki returns to Italy's fashion capital to mark the 20th anniversary of its revolutionary WHOLEGARMENT technology.

Nagata Seiki ceases production of sock knitting machines

Nagata Seiki, Japan's sole surviving major manufacturer of sock-knitting technology, is to exit the textile machinery business.

Lycra

New Lycra type for shapewear sector

Invista has officially launched the latest platform for its Lycra brand - Lycra Beauty Cooling technology, which has been designed in response to consumer needs for increased sophistication and comfort performance in the shapewear category.

Premiere Vision

Premiere Vision postpones Brazil show

This autumn's edition of Premiere Vision São Paul has been postponed amid concerns over the economic problems currently being experienced by textile sector across Brazil. Originally scheduled for November 4-5, 2015 , no alternative date for the show has been put forward.

Planet Textiles

Countdown on for Planet Textiles

There are now less than two weeks to go until this year's Planet Textiles conference.

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Knitting Trade Journal

NEW ISSUE: The September-October 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.

There are also reports from some of the latest trade shows from our correspondents at key exhibitions as well a look at some of the latest innovations from the circular knitting sector.

This issue also celebrates the 20th anniversary of Shima Seiki's WHOLEGARMENT technology and includes a visit to a high-end knitwear manufacturer to see the production processes in action.

This issue also includes a comprehensive preview of this November's ITMA exhibition, which takes place in Milan.

In the preview we focus on the new knitting technology and ancillary equipment that is likely to be on display from some of the industry's leading manufacturers.

The September-October issue 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.

	French knitter to close A French circular knitter, which serves the luxury apparel market across Europe, ?is to close after administrators failed to find a buyer for the 70-year old company. Read More

	Heliot offers greener sock boarding option Heliot International has developed a new hosiery finishing machine which requires less maintenance, has a new, highly-improved drying area and offers a noticeable reduction in steam and electricity consumption. Read More

	London exhibition for Shima Seiki Leading flatbed knitting machinery manufacturer Shima Seiki has shared details of a private exhibition to be held in London next month. Read More

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	Technical warp knits with zero waste Karl Mayer Liba has developed a new warp-knitting machine that is said to produce high quality technical textiles with zero waste leading to lower costs and a reduced environmental impact. Read More

	Acquisition costs slow Hanesbrands growth Hanesbrands has reported a dip in profits for its third quarter, due mainly to the the acquisition costs related to deals for Maidenform and more recently, DBApparel. Read More?

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NEW ISSUE - KNITTING TRADE JOURNAL - SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER

The new September-October printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, includes a summary of Pitti Filati, Florence.

The September-October issue also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight, new patent developments as well as show reports from our correspondents at key exhibitions.

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	Unifi to increase texturing capacity Specialist yarn supplier Unifi is planning to increase its texturing capacity in the US and Central America in 2015. Read More

	Memminger develops new electronic yarn feeder Memminger IRO has developed a new electronic yarn feeder, which is designed to feed elastic and non-elastic yarns while ensuring constant yarn tension. Read More

	German knitting technology suppliers keen to support Ethiopia growth Representatives from Mayer & Cie, Terrot, Karl Mayer and Groz Beckert were among a high-ranking delegation of 15 well-known German textile machinery and accessories manufacturers visiting key Ethiopian textile producers in October. Read More

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	Shima Seiki to exhibit at Los Angeles exhibition Shima Seiki USA , the US subsidiary of Japanese flat knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki is to hold a private exhibition at the LA Mart creative show space in Los Angeles, California, in November. Read More

	Nilit to buy Invista nylon plant Nilit, the manufacturer of nylon 6.6 for apparel applications, is to acquire Invista?s production facility in Americana, Brazil in a move that will improve the former?s ability to serve its circular and warp knit customers in the region. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Read More

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The September-October issue also features all the latest, and original, industry news, insight, new patent developments as well as show reports from our correspondents at key exhibitions.

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	Culp mattress business expansion on track Culp Inc. the US-based manufacturer of premium quality mattress ticking fabrics says that its current US$9.5 million expansion plan to increase its production capacity and finishing capabilities is currently on track and should be completed by the second half of fiscal 2015. Read More

	Knitwear Innovation section at Yarn Expo Yarn Expo Autumn 2014, which will open its doors to nearly 150 overseas and domestic yarn suppliers next week, will feature a debut showcase section from the Hong Kong-based Knitwear Innovation and Design Society. Read More

	Hong Kong firm opens knitting mill in Myanmar A Hong Kong-based knitwear manufacturer has opened a new plant in Myanmar, which will be used to supply sweaters to brands and retailers in the UK, Italy and North America. Read More

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	Messe Frankfurt takes over three Argentinean textile fairs With the Argentinean textile and garment industries witnessing growth of over 70 per cent over the last 12 years, Messe Frankfurt Argentina has moved to acquire the international Emitted, Simatex and Confemaq trade fairs, which cover the fields of textiles and garment machinery, as well as the textile and garment industry. Read More

	Whitening agent for knits Huntsman Textile Effects has launched a new whitening agent to help mills meet brands? high white standards for knitted apparel, t-shirts, underwear and other articles made from cellulosic fabrics. Read More

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