#Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

2017-12-30

Santex Rimar Group invited by IBM to talk about Industry 4.0

During the convention Industry 4.0. The time is now organized in Turin by IBM Italy, Santex Rimar Group CEO, Stefano Gallucci was invited as keynote speaker to present his view of the revolution of the artificial intelligence with regards to the textile industry.

“Santex Rimar Group machines are learning how to improve production processes using big data: we are offering cognitive systems that enable our customers to achieve and maintain quality production standards and implement predictive maintenance. Our new technologies are understanding the processes avoiding waste of energy as well as materials and quality errors” said Stefano Gallucci, CEO of Santex Rimar Group

“Our customers produce textiles and technical textiles used in many different fields: from mobile microphones to haute-couture, from curtains to military garments, including aerospace and automotive components. Textile companies are already asking for state-of-the-art technology and we are looking forward to providing the best solutions."

And he adds: "Santex Rimar Group machines will be able to suggest how to produce high quality fabrics and solve problems autonomously, assuring 100% traceability of a green and eco-friendly production”.

“We can no longer face the market just as a mechanical company, we have to be part of the new digital era” concluded Stefano Gallucci “Santex Rimar Group machines must help solve the challenges of such a competitive fast-paced textile industry: for this reason, we are studying big data, clouds and deep learning tools”.

Stefano Gallucci, CEO of Santex Rimar Group (c) 2018 Santex Rimar Group

High precision in coating and laminating // Cavitec introduces new technology achieving unmatched performance of activewear fabrics

Cavitec stands for high-end machines for coating, laminating, impregnation and is the first choice of prepreg suppliers. The Swiss firm, part of Santex Rimar Group, presents – first time to the public – the redesigned Caviscreen at Techtextil Frankfurt. Caviscreen features latest technology attaining unparalleled results for breathable laminates and offering an interesting cost bonus.

New Gravimax MMX-R X-ray sensor platform opens up new application fields

The demands placed on quality control in web-based production processes are increasing: materials are becoming more complex, basis weights are varying more widely, and at the same time, pressure is growing to make processes more efficient and transparent. Precise measurement data across the entire web width has therefore become a key factor in ensuring stable production processes. With its new Gravimax MMX-R sensor platform, Mahlo introduces a radiometric measurement solution designed to set new standards in determining basis weight and material composition. The platform combines advanced X-ray technology with newly developed signal processing, enabling measurement tasks that previously often required multiple sensor technologies.

BW Converting to present its Baldwin TexCoat® G4 at Techtextil 2026

BW Converting will present its Baldwin TexCoat® G4 precision spray finishing system at Techtextil Frankfurt 2026, taking place April 21-24 at Messe Frankfurt. Visitors to Hall 12, Booth C56B, will have the opportunity to explore how this advanced spray technology helps textile manufacturers improve finishing quality, increase efficiency and reduce resource consumption across a wide range of applications.

Smart sensors, smart savings - Reducing energy and cost in textile finishing

As energy prices, sustainability requirements and quality expectations continue to rise, manufacturers of technical textiles face increasing pressure to optimize efficiency while ensuring process reliability. At the same time, skilled labor shortages require production systems that are intuitive, automated and easy to manage. PLEVA addresses these challenges with robust, maintenance-friendly sensor technologies combined with intelligent process control.

New study shows low environmental impact by Cotton made in Africa Organic Cotton from Tanzania

Today, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) is announcing the results of a comprehensive life-cycle analysis (LCA) for cotton produced in Tanzania under the Cotton made in Africa Organic (CmiA Organic) standard. The study emphasises the small ecological footprint of CmiA Organic verified cotton. This can largely be traced back to the absence of synthetic pesticides, artificial fertilisers, and artificial irrigation. Consequently, CmiA Organic cotton can help the textile industry meet regulatory requirements as well as science-based targets. The results also show that the consequences of climate change threaten the livelihoods of these cotton farmers, even though the type of agriculture they practise barely contributes to climate change.

PERFORMANCE DAYS proves its relevance as the industry’s key meeting point

Held on March 18–19, 2026, PERFORMANCE DAYS once again confirmed its position as a leading international platform for functional textiles. A total of 3.366 trade visitors and around 560 exhibitors gathered in Munich, with the event already kicking off successfully on DAY 0, which received highly positive feedback for its interactive format. Despite challenging conditions caused by the public transport strike in Munich, the event saw strong attendance and a consistently high level of activity across both exhibition days.