SensitivEcosystem – warp knitter leads way at Premiere Vision

September 2008, Paris – Leading Italian warp knitter Eurojersey, a pioneer in eco-sustainability showcased its Sensitive fabrics at PV and confirmed its green commitment by highlighting its SensitivEcosystem programme.

Official opening of new Karl Mayer China facility

Lavish celebrations to mark the opening of Karl Mayer (CHINA) Ltd's new premises in Wujin

26 September 2008, Wujin, China – Karl Mayer, one of the world's leading companies in the textile machine building sector, has the future securely in its sights and the present firmly in hand. The specialist in warp knitting machines and warp preparation equipment proved this once again when it opened new premises for its Chinese subsidiary, Karl Mayer (CHINA) Ltd, in Wujin.

New Terrot developments on show at India ITME

29 September 2008, Chemnitz – German circular knitting machine builder Terrot is to take part in India ITME which takes place in Bangalore from 15-22 November this year and will show newly  designed and developed machines in hall 1, stall B 102.

New additions to Karl Mayer JL series

The JL 73/1 and JL 83/1 extends the successful range of Jacquardtronic lace machines

1 October 2008. Obertshausen – The ITMA ASIA trade fair took place at the end of July in Shanghai and was the perfect opportunity for Karl Mayer to announce that it was extending its existing portfolio of lace machines. Two new models have been added to the JL machine series to complement the existing models, the JL 42/1,  JL 65/1 and JL 95/1. The new machines are designated the JL 73/1 as the basic version with 68 pattern bars, and the JL 83/1, which can be extended to a maximum of 78 pattern bars, if required

Hilly upgrades popular marathon fresh sock

30 September 2008, Manchester, UK – Specialist performance running socks brand Hilly has recently improved its popular Marathon Fresh with the introduction of Merino wool. The cushioned sock provides shock absorption and is suitable for both training and racing. The sock is antimicrobial and incorporates all the key features required in a technical sock, including a seamless toe construction, arch grip support and ‘y' heel. The sock retails at highly competitive price and offers excellent value for money.

Wearable health monitoring technology to boost sales by 49.3%

30 September 2008, Dublin – Research & Markets has announced the addition of its "New Uses for Wearable Textile-Based Health Monitoring Technology" report to their offering.

Wearable health monitoring systems employ sensors to read vital signs from the human body – such as the heart rate, body temperature and blood pressure. Textile-based sensors can be woven or knitted into an item of clothing and worn next to the skin. Information picked up can be sent to an electronic device where it can be recorded or displayed and used to provide the wearer with bio-feedback.