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Nov72023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

French Textile Equipment: Mireille Jautzy, New Secretary General

Beginning of October, the French Textile Machinery MAnufacturers' Assocation (UCMTF) announced the appointment of Mireille Jautzy as Secretary General. She took over from Christian Guinet who had decided retire. Hugues Schellenberg, the President, would like to underline " it is a great opportunutiy for us to wellcome Mireille. She will bring a new approach regards her experience has been on top positions, taking part to piloting strategies and significant projects. We chose her bringing new ideas and transition with christian Guinet has been smooth and as they had been working together from July this year. Hugues Schellenberg adds it was a significant period while working with Christain Guinet. He had to face the Covid crisis and particular situation over fairs and internati...

Aug292023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

28 SEPTEMBER — 1 OCTOBER 2023 IBIA EXPO— 2nd MATTRESS SUPPLY INDUSTRY AND TECHNOLOGIES FAIR

Fairs, Industry 4.0

PROFESSIONALS OF THE BED INDUSTRY WILL MEET AT IBIA EXPO Contributing to the mattress production sector, which has a potential of 40 billion dollars, with a huge employment of 25 thousand people, the Turkish mattress sector ranks 14th in the world production and export rankings. In the bed sub-industry sector in Turkey; By the end of 2023, its production is expected to reach 4 billion dollars and its exports to 3 billion dollars. IBIA EXPO, which will be held for the second time this year by BİFAŞ in cooperation with IBIA- International Mattress Industry Association, within the scope of its contribution to exports and trade volume, will open its doors to industry professionals with thousands of visitors at Istanbul Expo Center between September 28 and October 1, 2023. Being the only

Aug162023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Trützschler and Balkan join forces

Spinning - Yarn, Sustainability & Recycling

Textile Recycling: Trützschler and Balkan join forces The cooperation with Balkan Textile Machinery. INC.CO completes our product portfolio for recycling by cutting and pulling solutions, making us the first full-liner in spinning preparation for recycling! Thanks to our combined machinery expertise and technological know-how our customers can produce yarns at the highest possible quality level – and literally turn waste into value. We are happy to introduce Balkan Textile Machinery. INC.CO, a partner that not only complements our product line but also shares our values. Both Balkan and Trützschler are family-owned companies for whom sustainability in the textile chain is a major concern. Balkan is well established in Turkey, one of the most important markets for textile recycling.

Aug42023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Meeting the need for tomorrow’s textile technicians

Associations, General

West Yorkshire is to have a first-of-its-kind apprenticeship training course for textile engineering technicians, reflecting a resurgence in the industry locally, and more generally in the UK. Calderdale College has partnered with the Textile Centre of Excellence (TCoE) and the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) to develop the bespoke Level 3 apprenticeship course which will start in September 2023. Engineering Technician apprentices at Calderdale College will receive training from the TCoE, helping them to develop the engineering maintenance skills required to close the skills gap in West Yorkshire’s textile industry. While the region has been a flourishing hub for textile excellence since the 19th century and is being revitalised through digitalization and the localisa

Aug32023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Kollmorgen expands its line of certified explosion proof products with new ATEX and IECEx/cETLus status for Goldline high-voltage servo motors

Dyeing – Finishing, General

For hazardous locations that require use of an explosion proof motor, Kollmorgen’s Goldline EB series of ATEX Certified and IECEx/cETLus Listed servo motors now includes the 480 Vac Goldline EBH. RADFORD, VA., 8/1/2023 — Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, today announced ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo motor. These new explosion proof approvals for the high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor exemplify Kollmorgen’s commitment to advancing the state of the art in motion control and meeting the most demanding application requirements. The high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor joins a broad selection of Kollmorgen explosion proof motors certified and listed according to UL, ATEX, IECEx and/or CSA standards. Ex

Aug22023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

THE MOST EFFICIENT BASIC YARN CLEARING

Spinning - Yarn

PRISMA SIMULTANEOUS DUAL MEASUREMENT PRISMA’s simultaneous dual measurement is the most effective way to detect basic faults in yarn quality control. Providing spinning mills with the best yarn quality while reducing waste, splice cycles and energy consumption. PRISMA's optical infrared and mass sensors work in harmony, combining the two outputs into one signal. This ensures the most accurate fault detection and the most precise cut execution. The sensor takes into account factors like raw material, type of fault, length of the fault, and even hairiness, which results in the best recognition and classification of faults by length and intensity. Spinning mills that rely on PRISMA can be sure of the highest profitability at all times. Why invest in dual measurement technology? Every s

Aug22023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

The 62nd Fiber Congress will be held in Dornbirn, Austria

Fairs, Fibers

The worldwide unique innovation congress, where the entire industry is represented to generate new innovations, offers 125 lectures and will take place from September 13 - 15, 2023 at the Kulturhaus, Dornbirn, Austria. The international speakers will explain how innovations from research and development can be put into practice. Connecting the textile value chain, from fiber to end user, succeeds with the participation of visitors from 34 countries, from fiber, textile industry to brands and retail. Plenary lectures on the opening day How do we succeed in generating a new business model with circular economy? The presentation by Stephan Sielaff, CEO of Lenzing AG, will provide insight into this cutting-edge issue in the fiber industry and will highlight this topic from the perspective of...

Jul312023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Here to Transform

Fairs, Spinning - Yarn

Rimtex Group Redefines Spinning Innovations at ITMA 2023 with Transformative Technologies The highly anticipated ITMA 2023 event in Milan witnessed a remarkable display of innovation and excellence by Rimtex Group, a leading manufacturer of spinning cans, rings & travellers, castors & wheels and more. With a legacy built on quality and innovation, Rimtex showcased their latest international line-up, leaving industry stalwarts in awe and garnering appreciation from spinners worldwide. Under the captivating theme 'Here to Transform', Rimtex Group showcased their visionary spinning solutions. The Rimtex stand became a hub of excitement and engagement as visitors witnessed the unveiling of Rimtex's transformative technologies. At the core of Rimtex's participation in ITMA 2023 was th...

Jul272023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

SASA places customer service order with Oerlikon Neumag

Fibers, Spinning - Yarn, Technical Textiles, Textile

SASA Polyester Sanayi A.Ş. and Oerlikon Neumag reinforced their partnership at the ITMA 2023 trade fair in Milan. SASA placed a customer service order with Oerlikon Neumag for its staple fiber systems. The order comprises both original parts and two secure remote service agreements. Original parts are designed explicitly for the demanding deployment of the systems for which they are intended. Due to their superlative quality standards, they are considerably more durable than other spare parts, hence preventing unplanned production stoppages and saving money in the longer term. Mustafa Kemal Öz, Executive Board Member & General Manager of SASA confirms this: “Cutting costs when it comes to original parts makes no sense. Poor quality in wear parts used for staple fiber systems always h

Jul262023 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Itma 2023 was an Influential Exhibition for KARL MAYER.

Dyeing – Finishing, Spinning - Yarn, Sustainability & Recycling

CEO Arno Gärtner shares his thoughts on the highlights of the KARL MAYER GROUP stand at ITMA 2023 The KARL MAYER GROUP was among the companies involved in the recent ITMA trade show in Milan, with a large, inviting stand full of innovations that quickly became the place to be. Visitor feedback confirmed that the global market leader really hit the nail on the head with its selection of machines, new textile developments and digital solutions. Without exception and throughout the entire duration of the trade show, the guests’ response to the products showcased by each of the Group’s business units exceeded all expectations. KARL MAYER GROUP CEO Arno Gärtner was interviewed by Ulrike Schlenker from the global player’s Corporate Communications team, revealing which products impressed and i