Embroidery and Direct To Garment Extravaganza by SWF

Whether you are starting a business or want to improve your existing business, the Embroidery and Direct To Garment Extravaganza 2010 hosted by SWF East is a two-day education and workshop conference devoted to apparel decorating. This 2-day event June 18 -19 in Louisville, Kentucky at the Hilton Garden Inn is an opportunity to take advantage of in-depth education from top industry suppliers; learn about the latest in apparel decorating equipment and new technology. Demonstrations on machines and techniques will be shown providing an opportunity to have any questions answered about embroidery machines, software, hooping, screen printing presses and direct-to-garment digital printing.

Some of the free seminars include “The Business of Apparel Decorating”, “DTG A To Z” and “How to Sell to Sports Teams”.There are also four formal advanced classes available “Advanced DTG Machine Maintenance”, Advanced SWF Machine Maintenance” and “Advanced Getting Your Business Found on the Web” on Friday and “How to Profit from Rhinestones” on Saturday, each for a small additional fee.

Attendees can walk the floor on a come-and-go basis to see hands-on demonstrations conducted in the exhibitor’s area. Participating suppliers include SWF East, Topsail Sportswear, Ideal Image, Sierra, and Dakota Collectibles among others. Included in the admission price all attendees receive a buffet deli style lunch that will be available from noon to 1 p.m. each day. This is the perfect opportunity to network with peers in your area.

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CLOTHING MACHINERY 2010 Fair coming soon

CLOTHING MACHINERY 2010, 22nd International Clothing Machines, Embroidery Machines and Accessories Fair will be organized by TÜYAP Fairs and Exhibitions Organization Inc. between the dates April 22-25, 2010 at Tuyap Fair, Convention and Congress Center - Istanbul, Turkey. 

The scope of the CLOTHING MACHINERY 2010 Fair includes; Clothing Sewing Machines, Embroidery Machines, Quilting Machines, Spreading and Cutting Machines, Laser Cutting Machines, Folding and Packing Machines, Cleaning Machines, Quality Control and Measuring Machines, Ironing Machines and Presses, Storage and Shelf Systems, Labelling and Design Printing Systems, Sewing and Embroidery Yarns, Machinery Side Industry, Clothing Side Industry and Accessories (Label, Elastic Bands, Ribbon, Interlining, Fiber, Pad, Button, Snap, Rivet, Zipper, Spangle, Sequin, Bead, Hanger), Display Equipment, Plotter Papers, Consultancy Project Engineering, Installation and Services, Software Institutions, CAD-CAM, Logistics Services, Leasing Companies, Publications.

CLOTHING MACHINERY 2007 Fair was successfully performed with the participation of 545 leading companies including representatives from 29 countries (Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, P.R. China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, The Netherlands, Pakistan, Poland, Rumania, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA) 

31.278 visitors from 43 countries (Albania, Algeria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bulgaria, P.R. China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Georgia, Germany, Greece, India, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Macedonia, Mongolia, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, Poland, Rumania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, U.A.E., Ukraine, United Kingdom, USA, Uzbekstan) have visited the CLOTHING MACHINERY 2007 Fair. 

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Tamil Nadu accounts for 28.50% of TUF disbursals

The Government of India under the aegis of the Ministry of Textiles had introduced the Technology Up-gradation Fund Scheme (TUFS) to help the beleaguered textile sector modernise its technology and equipment and which turned out to be one of the highly successful schemes implemented by the Government of India.

In the third part of this series, Fibre2fashion brings to you; our valued reader, state-wise data, with regards to actual number of applications received, amount sanctioned and disbursed to the entire value chain of the textile sector across India.

In the first part of the series, we had delved on disbursals done by 122 banks to the textile and its allied sector from the inception of the scheme in 1999 and in the second part we covered year-wise statistical data related to applications received, amount sanctioned and disbursed, from the time the TUF scheme was conceived.

From the day of inception of the scheme in April 1999 till June 2009 till which date, data has been collated, textile industries from 24 states across India have availed benefits of TUFs. The combined applications received from the entire 24 states total to 26,087 for a project cost of Rs 182,269.91 Crores against which the requirement of loan stood at Rs 84,747.01 Crores.

Against this 25,893 applications were sanctioned for a project cost of Rs 179,856.38 Crores and the sanctioned amount stood at Rs 78,306.20 Crores, of which Rs 66,283 Crores was disbursed covering 25,777 applications.

Textile and its allied units from Tamil Nadu took the majority share from among all applications sanctioned and disbursed under TUFs. TUF received 5,714 applications from the state with a project cost of Rs 36,816 Crores and the loan requirement was Rs 21,369 Crores.

Against this, Rs 18,850 Crores was disbursed during the entire period from the time TUFs was conceived. The amount disbursed in Tamil Nadu accounts for 28.50 percent of the total disbursed across all the 24 states.

Maharashtra, Punjab, Gujarat and Rajasthan stand at second, third, fourth and fifth ranking, respectively with regards to disbursals of TUFs.

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Igmatex exhibition draws visitors in hordes

A three day extravaganza ended at the B. M. Birla Institute of Scientific Research ground near Vidhan Sabha, Jaipur on November 8, 2009. Igmatex exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. GM Ambore, Director MSME, Jaipur along Mr. Rajaram Kandoi Secretary GEAR.

Mr. Ambore visited all the stalls at the exhibition and discussed with each and every manufacturers and importers of machines and accessories. He was impressed with the technology displayed here by the premier companies of India. According to him this is a great show in Jaipur for all the exporters in different categories.

Multi-head embroidery machines dominated the 4th Igmatex exhibition. There were six companies, which displayed their multi-head embroidery machines with a range of styles and designs and which also attracted most of the visitors, at the exhibition.

Fashion accessories and tunics evoked positive response with several buyers discussing changes in suitable design. “There is a great variety of sewing, embroidery machines as well as accessories here, and the balance of modern and traditional applications, makes this category interesting”, Mr Rajaram Kandoi, secretary GEAR.

The scale of this fourth edition is larger than the previous three held in previous years, in tune with changing times and needs. Igmatex conducted a survey and prepared a market analyses and came to the conclusion that the development of garment industries in smaller towns is much stronger than the bigger cities.

High speed embroidery machines, industrial sewing machines, Finishing equipments, Testing machines, Knitting machines, Digital printers, CAD/CAM, Lazer cutting machines and all kind of fashion accessories was displayed at the exhibition.

Companies from sewing machines categories have exhibited their machines with environmentally responsive features of every sort. The models on exhibition have been configured with energy-saving servomotors along with automatic sewing machines, which stitch higher-quality seams, in shorter man-hours.

Fabcare, Sunrise, Ramsons and Sunrise introduced a unique array of highly efficient ironing equipments and washing techniques for all kind of units. Knitwear production lines consisted entirely of dry-head sewing machines. This section showcased a knitwear production line consisting entirely of sewing machines integrating dry-head technology.

The theme of Igmatex was Up-gradation this year, with the aim to display innovative and new equipments at the fair. Igmatex exhibition brought together India’s top companies such as Mehala machines Ltd., , Studio next, Inside, Capital Apparels, Allianze embroidery, Dayu, Texsoco, Sunrise Technical services, Sunrise garment Finishing equipments, Rajasthan international, Better home, Coated Interlining P. Ltd., Alp sewing machines, Fabcare garment finishing machines, Rainbow, Simir India, Diamond threads, Madhur Threads, Surya threads, Ramsons, Somaya machines, S. Tex, etc.

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Foremost inorganic nanofiber production line launches

ELMARCO s.r.o., a world player in the production of machines for the industrial scale production of nanofibers has successfully launched a new type of production line for the production of nanofibres. This so-called inorganic line is the first of its type in the world. The material which the line will manufacture had its world premiere in March 2009, when it was introduced by ELMARCO at it’s “Nano for the 3rd Millennium” conference.

The first contract, enabling the implementation in practice of this entirely new technology, has just been signed with the Czech company Kertak Nanotechnology, based in Prague. „This unique equipment will now be used in the Czech Republic, thus confirming its position as leader in the field of the production and use of nanofiber materials” stated Mr. Ladislav Mareš, ELMARCO executive.

The NS 18S1000i inorganic line, manufactured by ELMARCO, produces a variety of inorganic nanofiber materials. Inorganic nanofibers most often find applications in cosmetics, solar cells, lithium-ion batteries, catalytic converters as well as a range of other applications. Ladislav Mareš added that this new type of NanospiderTM line enables the production and utilization of new materials for the production of, for instance, photovoltaic cells, an alternative source of energy, and the enhanced quality of products for the cosmetic industry, for example skin protection creams.

Ladislav Jandácek, Kertak Nanotechnology executive, said „Our company is the first in the world to commence industrial production of inorganic nanofibers such as TiO2 – titanic dioxide or Li4Ti5O2 – lithium titanate. These fibres are used both in the cosmetic industry and in the transformation of solar heat into electrical energy in photovoltaic panels. Other areas in which they are used include the storage of electrical energy, the improvement of catalytic converters, chemical equipment, power solutions in hybrid vehicles and energy sources for state of the art electronic equipment.

“Inorganic nanofibers and their application in end products is a pre-requisite for so called ‘green products’ – products which are sparing on the environment and which use alternative energy sources. The acquisition of this new line strengthens our company on the market, and allows it to develop its own applications for nanofiber materials. We believe that in cooperation with scientific institutions and with ELMARCO we will continue to be a supplier of leading products in the field of nanofibers on an international scale” noted Ladislav Jandácek.

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Foremost inorganic nanofiber production line launches

ELMARCO s.r.o., a world player in the production of machines for the industrial scale production of nanofibers has successfully launched a new type of production line for the production of nanofibres. This so-called inorganic line is the first of its type in the world. The material which the line will manufacture had its world premiere in March 2009, when it was introduced by ELMARCO at it’s “Nano for the 3rd Millennium” conference. 

The first contract, enabling the implementation in practice of this entirely new technology, has just been signed with the Czech company Kertak Nanotechnology, based in Prague. „This unique equipment will now be used in the Czech Republic, thus confirming its position as leader in the field of the production and use of nanofiber materials” stated Mr. Ladislav Mareš, ELMARCO executive.

The NS 18S1000i inorganic line, manufactured by ELMARCO, produces a variety of inorganic nanofiber materials. Inorganic nanofibers most often find applications in cosmetics, solar cells, lithium-ion batteries, catalytic converters as well as a range of other applications. Ladislav Mareš added that this new type of NanospiderTM line enables the production and utilization of new materials for the production of, for instance, photovoltaic cells, an alternative source of energy, and the enhanced quality of products for the cosmetic industry, for example skin protection creams.

Ladislav Jandácek, Kertak Nanotechnology executive, said „Our company is the first in the world to commence industrial production of inorganic nanofibers such as TiO2 – titanic dioxide or Li4Ti5O2 – lithium titanate. These fibres are used both in the cosmetic industry and in the transformation of solar heat into electrical energy in photovoltaic panels. Other areas in which they are used include the storage of electrical energy, the improvement of catalytic converters, chemical equipment, power solutions in hybrid vehicles and energy sources for state of the art electronic equipment.

“Inorganic nanofibers and their application in end products is a pre-requisite for so called ‘green products’ – products which are sparing on the environment and which use alternative energy sources. The acquisition of this new line strengthens our company on the market, and allows it to develop its own applications for nanofiber materials. We believe that in cooperation with scientific institutions and with ELMARCO we will continue to be a supplier of leading products in the field of nanofibers on an international scale” noted Ladislav Jandácek.

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Pai Lung acquires Vanguard Supreme

Pai Lung Machinery Mill Co., Ltd. officially acquired Vanguard Supreme Knitting Machine Company based in Monroe, North Carolina, USA.

A new company was established under the name Vanguard Pai Lung, LLC which will continue to produce and supply Vanguard Supreme’s well-known high speed circular knitting machines as well as to offer Pai Lung’s fashion and home textile circular knitting machines. Vanguard Pai Lung, LLC has aimed to broaden product range in order to satisfy different needs from various customers in the American markets.

Internally, this acquisition will allow Vanguard Supreme and Pai Lung to effectively integrate resources of R & D, production, sales and marketing from both sizes. The synergy created will also enhance future product performance and result in better products and services to increase customers’ competitiveness!

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AAMA-Tex: Textile & garment machinery fair concludes

‘AAMA-Tex Vietnam 2009’, an international apparel, garment machinery and accessories exhibition had been organized recently at the HCM City International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Tan Binh District.

Around 60 exhibitors from 14 different countries including Japan, the US, China, Germany, Italy, Thailand, the UK and Vietnam took part in the exhibition displaying the latest technologies, machinery, equipments and accessories used in garments and textiles production.

AAMA-Tex is an opportunity for the visitors to evaluate innovative solutions to perk up cost efficiency, product quality and delivery commitments, said Project Director of AAMA-Tex Vietnam, Mr. Cheah Wai Hong.

Textile and garment industry of the country remains one of the most important sectors for local exports even during the ongoing economic slowdown, said Mr. Cheah.

Adopting latest technologies and manufacturing solutions should be the points of focus of industry people in order to offer a competitive stand to the sector and to develop the value chain as well, he stated.
 
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'We offer excellent quality-price solutions' - Picanol

The Belgium based, Picanol NV develops, produces and markets high-tech weaving machines. Picanol weaving machines are a synthesis of technological know-how and experience built up over more than half a century. Today, about 2,600 weaving mills around the world use Picanol machinery, totaling to around 110,000 weaving machines.

Picanol recently presented its latest weaving solutions for technical textile fabrics at Techtextil in Mumbai, from 10-12 October 2009. In 1999 Picanol re-entered the specialty markets with a tire cord airjet weaving machine. This development came after a 10-year period of redefining Picanol's strategy based on two new technologies: airjet and fast rapier.

In an established market dominated by a small number of players, a new entrant has to formulate its own strategy. Picanol decided to use its proven strengths to be successful in the demanding field of technical textiles. Techtextil Mumbai proved to be a good opportunity for weavers to discover what Picanol has to offer specifically for this niche market.

Fibre2fashion spoke exclusively to Erwin Devloo, Marketing Communications Manager, Picanol NV, to share their experiences about Techtextil, who said, “Picanol participated for the second time in Techtextil. Our overall experience is very good when it comes to facilities and efficiencies.”

“The facilities are according to international standards and the price is also OK. We had a good mix of competitors, fellow OEM's customers and prospective customers having stalls at the exhibition. There cannot be a comparison with Techtextil in Frankfurt, but this Mumbai edition compares well with other initiatives in Shanghai or Atlanta”.

Commenting on the visitation and interest shown by industry towards the show, he said, “The major response came from India and some Turkish, Pakistan and Bangladesh visitors as well and the best day was Sunday, with a more than normal attendance and organising this event during the week-end is definitely to stay.”

Picanol, with 70 years of experience, is well established in traditional textiles market. How was the response from buyers from the emerging field technical textile products, was our next question, to which he replied by saying, “Picanol re-entered in to the business of Technical Textiles in 1999, after being absent for 20 years.”

“The main reason for this move was because of overwhelming demand from existing customers who are entering themselves into this field of application and also due to the fact that, our existing and prospective customers did not find the same excellent quality-price solutions they where used to with Picanol, when working with the existing suppliers in this emerging sector”.

To conclude the interview, we asked him about the current trends in technical textile machinery, to which he said, “When it comes to India, the following segments in woven technical textiles are gaining importance; Sunscreens, outdoor furniture, coated fabrics, geotextiles, packaging , tyre-reinforcement ( Tyrecord ) and conveyorbelts.”

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PALLETMASTE, textile pallet assembly from WELKER

In case of dispatching textile goods with pallets, the assembly with bobbins represents a relatively difficult task. First, because the pallets with 13 or 14 rows are too high to be assembled on the floor, and second, because their structure without a wrapping film is quite unstable.

With the new PALLETMASTE, WELKER has designed an exclusive textile solution, amalgamating an assembly table with a wrapping machine that moves the platform adjusted to bobbin sizes.

The AUTOSTEP device adjusts the platform height safely step by step. PALLETMASTER can be equipped with integrated state- of the art weighing and ticketing systems, so that the pallet leaves the place completely assembled, identified and weighed.

Therefore, the equipment offer following functions:
- Assembly of pallets
- Wrap packing of pallets
- Weighing and ticketing

WELKER was founded in 1856. In 1941, the first and innovative vacuum steaming equipment was developed and successfully introduced to the market. Since then, WELKER became the most specialised company in the Textile Industry in the vacuum technology. Today, WELKER enjoys world wide reputation as manufacturer of reliable, safe, extremely robust and innovative machines. WELKER machines are manufactured in Germany.

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ChromaBlast-R/Ricoh GX7000 for producing customized wearables

Condé Systems is now offering the ChromaBlast-R Professional Cotton Decorating System for the Ricoh GX7000 ink jet printer - a very fast, low cost, and reliable desktop system for producing customized wearables with extreme color, an incredibly soft image feel, and unmatched washability.

With a print speed of forty-five seconds per tabloid print, low image costs, and reliable gel-based ink output on 8.5"x11" or 11"x17" ChromaBlast Transfer Media, the ChromaBlast-R/Ricoh GX7000 system is a terrific alternative to direct-to-garment printing or screen printing. "We thoroughly tested this solution," stated David Gross, President of Condé Systems. "We believe the quality of the Sawgrass ChromaBlast product and the realibility of the Ricoh GX-7000 printers will create a consistent, profit-generating system for digital decorators." The features of the powerful ChromaBlast-R Driver enable users to easily optimize color output for photographs, vector graphics or spot colors. Users are no longer limited to OEM driver capabilities or a single ICC profile.

The introduction of ChromaBlast-R Cotton Decorating System for the Ricoh GX7000 printer comes on the heels of the incredible success of the Ricoh GX7000 as a sublimation printer. Introduced in November 2008, the GX7000 was the first non-Epson desktop ink jet sublimation transfer printer supported by Condé Systems. This dramatically fast desktop printer (CMYK cartridges) can print an 8.5"x11" page in 25 seconds (compared to 1:51 for an Epson 1400, 1:48 for an Epson 4800, and 1:45 for an Epson 4880) and an 11"x17" page in 44 seconds (compared to 3:10 for an Epson 1400, 2:55 for an Epson 4800, and 2:48 for an Epson 4880). For maximum user convenience and productivity, the GX7000 provides up to three paper sources - a standard 250-sheet paper tray (up to 11"x17"), an optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (up to 11"x17"), and an optional 100-sheet Multi-Bypass Tray (up to 13"x19"). Visit www.conde.com for additional information and pricing.

With an emphasis on dye sublimation technology and the sublimation printing process, Condé Systems has become the recognized leader in the personalized products market by offering everything needed to get into the photo gift business including transfer systems, production software, blank imprintables, transfer paper and supplies, instructional videos, and workshops

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Shri Lakshmi Cotsyn aims to double production

Shri Lakshmi Cotsyn, a textile major based at Kanpur intends to expand its existing verticals. The company, aims to double the production of its denim, terry-towel, bed-linen and cotton products in coming 12 months and has allocated Rs. 27 billion for this expansion.

This project expansion will assist the textile major to achieve a turnover of Rs. 14 billion, by June 2010, against Rs 9.37 million at present. The required funds will be raised through a combination of equity capital, internal accruals, FI funding and a public offering (FPO).

Under this expansion plan, the company will earmark Rs. 3.78 billion for terry-towels to raise its capacity from 3,000 tons to 15,000 tons per year. It will also establish a 12 MW co-generation agro-based power plant for 100 per cent captive consumption and will invest Rs. 0.75 billion for it.

In addition to this, it will invest Rs 1.6 billion in fabric manufacturing, Rs 1 billion in black-out curtains, while and Rs 3.5-4 billion in backward integration of its existing facilities. The company aims to have strategic alliances with domestic as well as foreign buyers to expand its dealer network.

Revenue of the company has been increasing at a CAGR of 46 percent since last four years. It aims to lead the market in all its operating verticals and to expand the business in most of the foreign countries, while domestic market is its initial target. For this, it will expand its retail outlets in India by June 2010.

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Textiles Minister announces new initiatives for textiles sector

The Ministry of Textiles has taken several initiatives within a short time frame to substantially redeem the commitments made in the ‘Agenda for 100 Days’, to strengthen textiles industry, provide funds for modernization and Technology Up gradation and operationalize Textiles Parks. Several initiatives were also taken for skill development and welfare of persons engaged in Handicrafts, Handlooms, Power looms and Sericulture sectors.

Thiru. Dayanidhi Maran, Union Textiles Minister said this, while outlining details of the initiatives taken during 100 days.hiru. Maran said that these initiatives are just the beginning, we have a huge task cut-out before us to maximize the productivity and welfare of stakeholders and tackle the issue affecting the holistic growth and development of textiles industry and employment generation.

The Textiles Minister said that to provide professional education covering the entire spectrum of textiles an Indian School of Textiles will be set up by upgrading the Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Institute of Textile Management (SVPITM), Coimbatore. The school will engage itself in research and consultancy to impart learning, create and disseminate knowledge about textiles in addition to focus upon technology support systems on entire textile chain. It would also undertake comprehensive consultancy services for the industry.

For compliance of Environmental and Social regulatory requirements, the Government will help the Textiles industry to build capacities for environment and social compliance with a view to capture overseas markets and meet global environmental standards like Oeko-Tech, Blue sign, EU Flower and Eco-Level, said Thiru. Maran. As the Government recognizes that innovation is the key to survival in the globalized world, upgradation in technology, machinery, products and processes is necessary for the industry to fully exploit the opportunities available globally. To achieve these objectives, Thiru Maran said that the Ministry will promote Research & Development in Textiles Sector including Handlooms and Handicrafts to provide a ‘Common Technology Platform’ on commercial basis for promotion of new technologies towards value addition and product diversification.

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Brahmaputra Cracker to invest Rs 8.96 bn in new projects

Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited (BCPL) will spend Rs. 896 crore on project activities during FY 2009-10. This was shared by Mr. B. C. Tripathi, Chairman BCPL and Chairman and Managing Director, GAIL (India) Ltd. while addressing the shareholders of the Company during its second Annual General Meeting here.Orders for critical equipment are being progressively placed from end August 2009 to January 2010.

Shri Tripathi also said that the financial closure for the project would be achieved by next month. The Job of Lead arranger for financial closure has already been awarded. GAIL will make an equity contribution to the extent of Rs. 188 crore. Along with the capital subsidy of around Rs. 316 crore; OIDB loan of Rs. 267 crore and current balance of around Rs. 124 crore, this would be sufficient for the requirements.

Over Dimension Consignment is a major issue in taking the project forward. Logistical arrangements for the project are difficult in the northeast region. This is particularly true of heavy engineering equipment as well as requirement of qualified and skilled manpower to implement the project. At present the manpower for the project is being met through drawing from the parent company GAIL (India) Ltd. Reviews of the project implementation are being taken in a regular manner at the highest level in the Company i.e. by Chairman BCPL and these constraints are being dealt with effectively to expedite the project. Shri B.C.Tripathi, Chairman, BCPL took stock of the current status of the project activities and advised the officials to keep a close monitoring and review of the critical project areas.

BCPL has so far made a total financial commitment of around Rs. 1720 crore for the project. Final Basic design and Engineering packages for all units have been received and accordingly material requisition and ordering of equipment are in progress. The Company has placed orders of over Rs.990 crore and tendering for other items to the tune of Rs.1400 crore is in process. Site delivery will progressively start from May 2010 and is likely to be completed by September, 2011. Similarly, orders for critical works are being placed progressively from November 2009 to May 2010.

The Company has achieved several significant milestones including completion of barbed wire fencing, topographical and geotechnical surveys, pipeline and hydrological route survey, infrastructure for construction power and construction of site office. Various site activities such as administrative block building, site grading, plant building and non-plant building works, product warehouse, piling works and boundary wall for

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Sirikçioglu to use KARL DEEP COLOR to produce denim apparel

In July 2009 the DENIM centre of excellence of KARL MAYER’s Warp Preparation section received an order for a new open-width dyeing and sizing machine with ‘DEEP COLOR’ technology.

With an investment of about 2 million euros, the Turkish manufacturer Sirikçioglu wants to extend his market competence for fashionable DENIM clothing, thus, being able to produce economically and ecologically both deep indigo-dyed (more than 5%) and sulphur-dyed product ranges.

The newly developed ‘Vario Double’ application system guarantees the so-called “DEEP COLOR“ effect thanks to an optimum utilization of the mechanical substance exchange harmonized with a completely uniform liquor flow at the textile material.

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Indian Textiles - A Rare Combination Of Tradition & Modernity

Abstract

India claims 1st position in terms of the installed weaving capacity in the world, but it does not have much importance in terms of quality weaving as the share of shuttleless looms to the total shuttle looms in India is just 1.62%, which is very meager in comparison to the other countries. So the sector requires modernization by way of replacing the old/ordinary looms with modern looms. This is the need of the hour in order to sustain / expand market share and in meeting the requirement of apparel industry for quality fabrics.


It is conspicuous to every person engaged in the textile business that the textile industry occupies a unique place in the economy of the country by virtue of its contribution to the industry output, employment generation and foreign exchange earning. It commands respect as the largest employer, next to agriculture, providing employment to about 35.00 million people, directly. It accounts for 14% of industrial production and 17% of export.


The textiles of India bear the imprint of the fine craftsmanship of the Indian weaver. The skill of weaving with deft fingers, drawing patterns and creating designs, is an art, which has been handed down through generations from father to son, from time immemorial. These finest gossamer fabrics woven from yarns of superior finish are now being manufactured more and more on powerlooms. The emergence of powerloom has transformed an art into a modern industry, employing more than 7 million workers. The combination of traditional art and contemporary modern designs, have given an unique character to the Indian powerloom textiles. The modernization process undertaken by the powerloom industry has widened the scope of products such as grey, printed and dyed fabrics and cotton made-ups into a variety of sophisticated finished lines of a wide range of widths and sizes. Besides, the industry is now in a position to offer fabrics not only of cottons but also of rich blends of cotton, synthetics and other fibers. The process of economic liberalization has enabled the industry to become globally competitive, not only in terms of price, but also of quality. It is therefore not surprising that the total exports from the sector has grown from Rs.1917.66 crore in 1996 to Rs.8296.15 crore in the year 2005-06.


The top ten major importers of powerloom fabrics and made-ups of 100% cotton are USA, UK, Germany, Italy, Bangladesh, France, Greece, UAE, Sri Lanka, and Spain.





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Scope Of Collaborations And Joint Ventures In Indian Textile Machinery Industry

Technology is the key enabler for rapid growth of the textile engineering industry. Efforts should therefore be directed towards technical upgradation of the textile engineering industry, technology transfer, re-engineering, promotion of joint ventures, BPO and R&D efforts. Technology and brand play the most vital role in the decision of a customer to buy a machine. The other parameter, viz., productivity together with consistency of quality would be concomitant with technology. Factors like energy conservation, eco-friendliness, reduction in labour cost, facility of operation and services would influence demand.

Preamble


The willingness of foreign manufacturers to transfer technology, continuity of transfer, and cost of transfer are aspects to be considered while procuring new technology. In the regimented system prior to 1992, the Indian Textile Engineering Industry was abjectly dependent on borrowed technology. Consequently collaborations and joint ventures in India were largely influenced by the initiatives of the foreign companies. Very often the technology offered was one or two generations behind the latest technology available with the foreign collaborators. So long as the Indian textile industry was enjoying a protected domestic marked it could carry on with such second generation technology. With the opening up of the economy the situation has undergone a rapid change.

Technology transfer affected


The transfer of technology to the TEl after the dismantling of the control regime has been impacted adversely by the following factors:

In the first place, foreign collaborators have sought management control before technology transfer could be considered. Secondly, many Indian buyers found it difficult to infuse considerable fresh capital to absorb latest innovations and designs. Thirdly, because of the strident and sudden scaling down of customs tariff the foreign suppliers found it more lucrative to export machinery from their parent plant than to allow local producers to meet the domestic demand. Lastly, the volatile demand situation for textile machinery and accessories has come in the way of procuring new technology.

The foreign owners of new technology have therefore to be induced with fresh incentives. The primary bait for technology sellers would be royalty payment and large dissemination of technology on a continuous basis. Government has to be a prime mover of this initiative by offering tax breaks to the technology buyer to help royalty remittances. Tax relieves may also be offered on raw materials and other inputs which go into the manufacture of new technology machines by the domestic manufacturers.

How to obtain Technology


A combination of routes has to be vigorously pursued to obtain the latest technology for the rapid progress of the Indian Textile Engineering Industry. These include:

a) Joint Ventures with machinery manufacturers who may be interested in transfer of technology. In the quota free regime, the manufacturers proximity to user market would be advantageous and hence the machinery producers from abroad may be interested to expand their presence in India.

Since a large number of knitting machines of latest technology are being imported from Taiwan it would be advantageous to examine the feasibility of procuring such technology for the growing knitting industry. Access to new technology could also be explored with countries like the U.S.A., Italy, Japan, Korea and Taiwan.



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