#Cinte Techtextil China 2018

2018-08-13

ANDRITZ highlights its state-of-the-art technologies at CINTE 2018

International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production processes and textile finishing technologies at CINTE 2018, to be held in the Shanghai New International Expo Center, China, from September 4-6, 2018 (Hall N1 – booth C02).

As one of the global market leaders in advanced technologies for drylaid, spunjet, thermobonding, wetlaid, and converting processes for absorbent hygiene products, ANDRITZ offers reliable and unique solutions tailored to each customer’s individual needs.

ANDRITZ (CHINA) LTD. WUXI BRANCH – THE RIGHT PARTNER FOR THE ASIAN NONWOVENS INDUSTRY

The Chinese nonwoven market is on the rise in terms of capacity and excellent roll good quality, serving both local and international markets. ANDRITZ (China) Ltd. Wuxi Branch, China, is an experienced competence center for production, service, and R&D especially geared to fit the Asian nonwovens industry. It designs and manufactures cutting-edge nonwoven machines to complement the ANDRITZ aXcess product range, designed with focus on the Asian markets.

ANDRITZ has built up the Wuxi facility on a par with European standards to better serve nonwovens producers and respond to customers’ requests promptly with top-end quality products. The ANDRITZ Wuxi branch is now optimally structured to focus on increasing efficiency and decreasing delivery time. Trained by European experts, the local project management team benefits from top-level expertise and the design department can make use of the most advanced software. A new service organization has been set up to enhance prompt delivery and provide excellent customer support.

The facility’s proximity to customers ensures a full range of services, including a roll service center with state-of-the-art grinding equipment and a test stand for various kinds of rolls. This is why all roll types can be repaired, reconditioned, and upgraded there on the spot.

ANDRITZ neXline needlepunch aXcess. (c) 2018 ANDRITZ

ANDRITZ AXCESS PRODUCT RANGE FOR MEDIUM-CAPACITY PRODUCTION

As an all-round partner for the nonwovens industry, ANDRITZ has developed the nonwoven aXcess range especially suited to the demands of producers with medium-capacity requirements, particularly in the emerging markets. The ANDRITZ aXcess portfolio includes lines and individual machines for air-through bonding, needlepunch, spunlace, wetlaid, and calendering processes, making it the ideal product for entering the nonwoven market with medium-capacity production.

The latest development in this segment, the neXline wetlaid aXcess devised for low to medium-capacity production, offers added value for producers. Compact lines make shipment easy, and they also fit perfectly into containers so that transport is fast. An operator-friendly configuration and versatile design ensures efficient and on-the-spot production at affordable investment costs.

A Penteadora starts up ANDRITZ textile recycling and needlepunch nonwoven lines in Portugal

A Penteadora SA has successfully started up a complete mechanical textile recycling line and a needlepunch nonwoven line supplied by ANDRITZ at its production site in Unhais da Serra, Portugal. This investment enables A Penteadora to expand its industrial capabilities and develop a new generation of solutions based on pre- and post-consumer recycled textiles. The input materials originate from its own production waste and other textile waste streams. Both lines are fully operational, and the first products are expected to reach the market in July.

ATCO Hygienics, Uzbekistan, orders baby diaper production line from ANDRITZ

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from ATCO Hygienics to supply a new baby diaper production line for its plant in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The order is included in ANDRITZ’s order intake for the first quarter of 2026. Commissioning of the production line is scheduled for the end of 2026.

Kruger, Canada, orders first nonwovens line for sustainable wipes from ANDRITZ

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from newly established Kruger Nonwovens to deliver a complete WetlaceTM hybrid line for the Wayagamack mill in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada. With this investment, pulp and paper producer Kruger is preparing to enter the nonwovens market with a new generation of plastic-free, chemical-free materials for sustainable wipes. The line is the first of its kind in Canada and is scheduled to start production in 2028.

YKK subsidiary Golden Hill Tower Limited marks 25 years of operations in Myanmar

Golden Hill Tower Limited, a subsidiary of YKK Corporation, celebrated its 25th anniversary with a ceremony in Myanmar on September 21, 2026. The event brought together approximately 230 guests, including senior executives from the YKK Group, to commemorate the company's development since the launch of its serviced apartment business in November 2000.

SHIMA SEIKI to showcase digital product creation at Apparel Sourcing Week

Leading digital textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan will exhibit at Apparel Sourcing Week 2026 in Bengaluru, India next month. The exhibition provides a platform for the entire apparel value chain, bringing together manufacturers, brands, suppliers and solution providers in one location.

SNA GZ accelerates its on-demand production strategy with Kornit Digital

SNA GZ is leveraging the Kornit Atlas MAX PLUS to expand its music merchandise production, streamline e-commerce order fulfillment, and grow its print-on-demand business across Europe. This investment increases SNA GZ's textile production capacity by 150% (2.5×), enabling the company to meet growing demand and support its continued expansion.

NEUMÜHLE launches mono-material hoodie designed for textile recycling

With the Circular Mono Hoodie, Zurich-based label NEUMÜHLE introduces a new essential designed around a single-material principle. The textile construction is cotton throughout, right down to the sewing thread. Entirely free from elastane, the hoodie launches as a Limited Drop for CHF 139. Take-back, collection and existing recycling partnerships complement its circular design.