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RDJ 6/2 in E 32: Finesse in Motion

More drive for design and performance: filigree mesh looks and maximum comfort for high-performance sports footwear

Shoes from the fabric (ai generated) © 2026 KARL MAYER
The appearance of sports and casual shoes is as diverse as their applications, ranging from sporty to stylish and from functional to fashionably practical. In particular, spacer fabrics produced on highly flexible KARL MAYER double needle bar raschel machines with Jacquard technology are in high demand for manufacturing these trendy shoes. These efficient production machines enable attractive designs with integrated multifunctional zones on one or both fabric surfaces, such as breathable mesh structures. Flexible in size and positioning, these features enhance both aesthetics and wearing comfort.

The extensive range of design possibilities has now been expanded by another member of KARL MAYER's RDJ family: the RDJ 6/2 in the new E 32 gauge.

More pattern effects and exceptionally uniform surfaces

Thanks to its fine gauge, spacer textiles can be produced with an unprecedentedly soft hand feel, fine and dense structures, and particularly smooth surfaces. Pattern designs appear exceptionally delicate and clean, as the smaller loop heads provide sharper contours and more clearly defined motifs. The resulting overall appearance is uniquely uniform and refined.

Another advantage is that the RDJ 6/2 operates with two Jacquard guide bars controlled wirelessly. This enables more complex patterning, additional design effects, two-color designs, and both equal-lap and counter-lap patterning. Counter-lap patterning, for example, can be used to create breathable pore zones with nearly round openings, as well as surfaces offering greater structural variety. Everything is possible, from lightweight and thin constructions to bold designs featuring pronounced pattern effects achieved with thicker materials.

An EL pattern drive ensures quick pattern changes.

Shoe upper © 2026 KARL MAYER
Shoe upper © 2026 KARL MAYER


Maximum productivity, durability and operating efficiency

In addition to its flexibility, the RDJ 6/2 also excels in economic efficiency. It impresses with very high production speeds while maintaining outstanding fabric quality and unique operational reliability. This makes it a dependable machine for high-volume production.

The RDJ 6/2 also stands out in terms of durability and ease of operation. Handling is extremely simple, requires minimal personnel resources, and is supported by intelligent features, including the wireless Jacquard control system. This not only expands patterning capabilities but also simplifies yarn threading and improves overall accessibility and clarity.

Furthermore, specially designed trick plates tailored to the fine gauge make the adjustment of fabric thickness particularly convenient. The fabric spacing can be flexibly adjusted between 2 and 5 mm.

The RDJ 6/2 in E 32 is available with a working width of 138".

KARL MAYER will present its latest innovations at ITMA ASIA in Shanghai: for warp knitting in Hall 4.1/C18 and warp preparation in Hall 3/A24.

RDJ 6 1 EN © 2026 KARL MAYER
RDJ 6 1 EN © 2026 KARL MAYER




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