#Weaving

2025-05-30

Stäubli group expands manufacturing footprint in India with renewable energy connectors

Stäubli, a global leader in industrial and mechatronic solutions, is proud to announce the signing of the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in Bangalore, India.

With the Bhoomi Puja ceremony, Stäubli officially begins the journey toward its new manufacturing facility in Bangalore, India. (Left to right: Krishnaswamy Aravind, Bhat Gurupad, Roy Rajiv, Kotyal Dayanand, Seetharamaiah Paneesha) © 2025 Stäubli

Stäubli has signed an agreement to establish a new manufacturing facility in Bangalore, India, dedicated to producing renewable energy connectors. This expansion marks Stäubli’s commitment to delivering high-value solutions tailored to the growing demands of the Indian renewable energy market.

This strategic initiative supports India’s ambitious target of achieving 280 GW of solar energy by 2030. With operations set to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025, this new facility will amplify Stäubli’s manufacturing capabilities, enhancing its capacity for rapid innovation and driving sustainable development throughout the region.

Stäubli is honored to celebrate with the landowner, whose support marks the foundation of this exciting new chapter © 2025 Stäubli

Gurupad Bhat, Managing Director of Stäubli Tech Systems India, stated, " This strategic initiative brings us closer to our customers and enhances our agility in delivering service excellence. We are excited about the prospects of contributing to the renewable landscape of India's dynamic industrial setting."

Gerald Vogt, group CEO, further emphasized, “The establishment of our manufacturing facility in Bengaluru is a testament to our long-term dedication to innovation. This expansion strengthens our presence in India and reinforces our commitment to driving sustainable growth in the region.”

A proud moment for the Stäubli team in Bangalore to celebrate this next step © 2025 Stäubli

From preparation to 3D weaving: Stäubli’s solutions at Techtextil 2026

Stäubli, a global leader in high performance weaving technologies, is pleased to announce its participation at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt, Germany, the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. As technical textiles continue their rapid expansion across demanding markets such as defense, mobility, aerospace, construction, energy… Stäubli will showcase innovative solutions designed to empower mills to produce the next generation of advanced fabrics. Stäubli will exhibit its trend-setting technologies at the Swiss Pavilion Booth B01.6 in Hall 12.0.

Stäubli demonstrates how innovation translates into real benefits for weaving mills at SITEX 2026

One of India’s most prominent textile industry events, SITEX 2026, is held from February 21 to 23 in Surat. Committed to empowering Indian weaving mills with state‑of‑the‑art solutions tailored to regional needs, Stäubli will present a selection of solutions designed for performance, reliability, and power efficiency. Through its weaving preparation, cam and dobby shedding solutions and Jacquard technologies, Stäubli highlights its global expertise tailored to the specific needs of the local market.

Stäubli showcases advanced weaving technologies at ITMA Asia Singapore 2025

At ITMA Asia 2025 in Singapore, Stäubli will showcase its latest innovations in weaving technology. After several years, the exhibition returns to Singapore — a strategic hub that provides easy access to key textile markets across Southeast Asia. Taking place from 28 to 31 October 2025, this year’s edition focuses on green technologies that promote sustainable development across the textile industry.

Itema America acquires Palmetto Loom Reed, strengthening local manufacturing and service in the U.S.

Itema America, the U.S. subsidiary of Italy-based Itema Group, has acquired – through an Assets Purchase Agreement – Palmetto Loom Reed, a Greenville, South Carolina-based manufacturer of weaving reeds and one of the last remaining domestic producers of these precision components in the United States.

Itema exhibits the two best-selling high-end rapier weaving machines of the Region, R9500EVO and Galileo-RX at SITEX 2026

Following the opening of its new Surat Service Center in November, Itema will exhibit at SITEX (Stand 286) from February 21st to 23rd at the Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC). Surat has long been one of Itema’s most strategic markets, a role further reinforced by the inauguration of the Surat Service Center last November. Equipped with an advanced electronic repair center, a weaving machine behavior simulator, and a local spare parts warehouse, the new facility strengthens Itema’s presence in the region while bringing the company even closer to its Customers.

YKK launches “YZiP® Light” aluminum alloy zipper for cotton pants

YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has launched YZiP® Light, a lightweight aluminum alloy zipper for cotton pants, with sales beginning in late March. The introduction of YZiP® Light expands YKK’s zipper portfolio—led by the flagship YZiP® copper alloy zipper—providing customers with greater flexibility to meet diverse garment needs.

Shima Seiki showcases WHOLEGARMENT® and 3D knitting solutions for technical textiles at Techtextil 2026

Leading textile technology solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, along with its Italian subsidiary SHIMA SEIKI ITALIA S.p.A., will be participating in the Techtextil 2026 exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany next month. On display will be WHOLEGARMENT® and other advanced three-dimensional knitting applications across a wide range of industries besides fashion apparel that are not typically associated with knitting, such as technical textiles using industrial materials and advanced three-dimensional knitting.