#ITM 2018

2018-03-27

Graf + Cie at ITM 2018

Graf will present the wide portfolio of solutions for clothings for short staple cards, roller cards and combs for combing machines at ITM 2018 in hall 3, booth 313A and together with the Turkish partner, Sarteks Makina Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş, in hall 3, booth 313B. The exhibition is held in Istanbul from April 14 to 17, 2018 at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress.

The company Graf is located in Rapperswil (Switzerland). As a complete system provider, Graf offers a comprehensive package from product and technical advice to service and service equipment. This full range of products and services is designed to deliver maximum value to customers. In addition, Graf supports its customers by developing custom-made solutions for all their application needs.

Graf’s new products and product systems have one goal: to strengthen the customers’ position in their markets. Graf + Cie AG will show its wide portfolio of solutions for the spinning and preparation process.

The wide range of clothing’s available for any type of card and especially designed for excellent carding quality to produce high-grade yarns.

Ri-Q-Comb flex, the new circular comb series with height adjustable geometry for up to 20% lower imperfections

The innovative Hipro clothing, suitable for all standard man-made fibers in the nonwoven sector and also for wool, standing for increased production compared to conventional clothing and reduced fiber fly

Besides the displayed applications, Graf provides a wide range solutions in carding-, combing- and nonwoven-processes. A detailed overview about Graf + Cie AG and supported applications can be found at www.graf-companies.com.

Nico Pedretti appointed as Managing Director Graf Group

As of June 1, 2026, Nico Pedretti has assumed the role of Managing Director Graf Group. With more than 20 years of international industrial experience and extensive expertise in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Finance and Controlling, he brings a broad range of leadership and business experience to support Graf’s continued success.

Asia's fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE returns in September

Asia’s premier annual fashion event CENTRESTAGE--organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 2 to 5 September. One of the flagship programmes of the third "Hong Kong Fashion Fest", CENTRESTAGE will bring together some 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and will feature more than 40 spectacular events, including over 30 fashion shows.

SAITEX reports efficiency gains and greater transparency in 2025 Impact Report

Vietnam-based denim manufacturer SAITEX has published its 2025 Impact Report, documenting progress in resource efficiency, chemical management, digital traceability and knowledge sharing across its manufacturing operations in Vietnam and the United States. Rather than focusing on sustainability ambitions, the report presents operational data, manufacturing developments and lessons learned from the past year.

Aid by Trade Foundation presents annual report for 2025: Market position and impact of sustainably verified natural fibres strengthened

Despite global supply chain challenges, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) was able to further expand its international role in promoting sustainably verified natural fibres in 2025. In doing so, the foundation remains true to its fundamental approach of leveraging market forces. Last year, it generated total revenues of EUR 7.8 million; this included EUR 6.7 million collected through the successful marketing of four standards: Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), CmiA Organic, The Good Cashmere Standard (GCS), and the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS). AbTF invested the resulting income in projects aiming to protect biodiversity, support women, increase transparency in the textile supply chain, and implement its verification system.

Barmag presents metering pump solutions at ASE China

From September 15 to 17, 2026, Barmag’s Pumps Division will present its solutions for the precise delivery and metering of adhesives, sealants, and other high-viscosity media at ASE China at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The focus of the exhibition will be on high-precision gear metering pumps that help plant managers sustainably optimize material usage, process stability, and product quality. (Booth E4235).