Turkey’s textile technology show, ITM 2018 ended in Turkey yesterday, the four-day exhibition from April 14 to 17 got a huge response. It hosted companies that operate in various sub-sectors of the industry, ranging from weaving to knitting, digital printing, dyeing and finishing.

This edition hosted 1,050 exhibitors and representatives from 45 countries and around 50,000 visitors. Many Turkish textiles companies were eager to invest in new equipment and learn about new technologies.

Groz- Beckert, a leading supplier of industrial machine needles, showcased its products and services covering knitting, weaving, carding and nonwovens. The company emphasised on the interaction of needles and system parts in the field of knitted products. Transparent knitting and flat knitting machines provided visitors with unique information about the interaction of all components. Four acrylic glass machines were exhibited at the stand.

Karl Mayer exhibited warp knitting and warp preparation technologies. The HKS 3-M model became a focus of attention with its tulle curtain and embroidery ability. In addition, examples of high-speed tricot, jacquard and Raschel machines, made from outerwear fabrics and shoe-faced fabrics, were exhibited.

German circular knitting machine builder Terrot exhibited a number of new circular knitting machines, including a new addition to its fine rib and interlock family.