#Techtextil 2024

2024-04-18

Multi-directional sewing at Texprocess 2024

In the realm of advanced sewing technology, PFAFF INDUSTRIAL and KSL stand out for their expertise in multi-directional sewing, backed by reliable CNC technology. Their expansive CNC modular system, boasting a sewing area of up to 6,000 x 8,000 mm, offers tailored solutions for a wide array of applications.

A highlight of their offerings is the unique CNC solutions provided by KSL, incorporating both single and double-needle technology for lockstitch and chainstitch applications. Their CNC technology boasts a maximum sewing speed of up to 2,800 stitches/min and can achieve stitch lengths of up to 12 mm, depending on material and application.

At the TEXPROCESS 2024 exhibition, PFAFF INDUSTRIAL and KSL are set to showcase their cutting-edge CNC systems, featuring the latest AI-based ONLINE VISION SYSTEM for guided sewing. The KL 311 system utilizes this technology to control and optimize seam patterns in real-time, stitch by stitch, particularly beneficial when sewing partially perforated leather. Positional inaccuracies are swiftly detected and corrected, ensuring top-notch quality while minimizing waste. Similarly, the KL 301 system leverages the intelligent VISION SYSTEM to aid in the precise positioning of small parts, enhancing productivity and relieving operators.

In collaboration with Sonotronic, PFAFF INDUSTRIAL presents a dynamic duo for small leather goods production at the Frankfurt exhibition. Utilizing the PFAFF 3690 CNC machine for sewing and the Sonotronic iSONIC ECO TM machine for embossing, visitors can witness the live production of small leather key rings, showcasing the seamless integration of sewing and finishing processes.

These innovative solutions, spanning the Garment, Industrial, and Welding sectors, will be on display at Hall 9.0, Stand no. B22, B26, B30, C11 in Frankfurt. Visitors are encouraged to explore the AI-based ONLINE VISION SYSTEM for Guided Sewing firsthand and take advantage of a complimentary day ticket to the fair by contacting PFAFF INDUSTRIAL and KSL.

Pfaff Industrial announces new managing director

Since February 2, 2026, Michael Kilian has been the new managing director (speaker for the management board) of PFAFF Industriesysteme und Maschinen GmbH. He succeeds Dr. Frank Meyer, who will remain Managing Director at KSL Joining Technology GmbH in Bensheim. Together with Ms. Jing Fan (Managing Director for finance & controlling, human resources, IT, and quality), Michael Kilian will take over responsibility for the long-established Kaiserslautern-based company.

Successful trade fair appearance of the IVGT members

With a total of 38,000 visitors from 102 countries and 1,700 exhibitors, the 20th Techtextil 2024 from 23 to 26 April in Frankfurt am Main once again maintained its position as the world's largest trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. The Industry Association for Finishing – Yarns – Fabrics – Technical Textiles also draws a positive conclusion about the course of the trade fair for its members.

SA Dynamics receives Innovation Award

Making buildings and clothing completely sustainable in the future and thus protecting the climate - SA-Dynamics is making this a reality. Dr Sascha Schriever and Maximilian Mohr were honoured with the a Techtextil Innovation Award in the "New Technologies on Sustainability & Recycling" category on behalf of the SA-Dynamics team at Techtextil in Frankfurt am Main.

Circular economy, sustainable and regional: Gebr. Otto has answers to the topics of Techtextil 2024

Techtextil, the most important trade fair of the year for Dietenheim-based yarn spinning mill Gebr Otto, came to an end last Friday, April 26. The company presented its products and reported on its latest developments at the BW-i joint stand: These include a concept for sustainable period underwear developed together with Kelheim Fibres, a yarn blend of cotton and native hemp and the collaboration with the recycling studio at ITA Augsburg. The Gebr. Otto trade fair team can draw a positive conclusion: numerous visitors on all days of the fair as well as orders for samples and new project inquiries to take home.

DiloGroup’s In-house Exhibition on the occasion of Techtextil

Techtextil in Frankfurt is traditionally one of the most important show events worldwide for DiloGroup as a specialist for complete nonwoven manufacturing lines with a long-term speciality as provider of state-of-the-art needling lines. Also this year, Dilo and group members TEMAFA and Spinnbau were situated in hall 12, booth B81, their traditional location, adjacent to needle specialist Groz-Beckert as well as partners and competitors.

Cotton made in Africa partners receive top marks in independent verifications

Cotton made in Africa® (CmiA) and CmiA Organic are two internationally recognised standards that aim to promote sustainable development in the African cotton sector south of the Sahara. To ensure the standards’ credibility among brands, retailers, and consumers, independent verifiers evaluate compliance on the ground. The verification results for 2025, now published in the Aggregated Verification & Implementation Report, were very strong: The verifiers awarded consistently very good remarks regarding management, people, prosperity, and the environment.

Bangladesh: Italian textile machinery mission stops in Dhaka and Chittagong

Technological upgrading and the transition toward higher value-added production are driving the new Italian industrial mission to Bangladesh. This year, the mission will split between the country’s two main manufacturing hubs, where Italian manufacturers will meet the leaders of the local textile supply chain in two strategic stages: July 7th in Dhaka and July 9th in Chittagong.

Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 closes doors, advancing sustainable and innovative sourcing in South China

Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 served as a strategically positioned mid-year sourcing platform for the Greater Bay Area, highlighting Shenzhen’s role in connecting regional demand, supply and innovation exchange across the textile value chain. During the three-day fair, over 20,000 visits were drawn from 74 countries and regions[1], as exhibitors and buyers engaged with new developments in greener, performance-led, and value-added yarn and fibre solutions. Held in conjunction with Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics and PH Value, the fair underscored the benefits of closer synergy and new materials across yarn, fabric and apparel platforms for the South China market.