Karl Mayer has successfully defended its trademarks for Prowarp, Karl Mayer Prosize, and Prodye after a legal battle in Turkey. The company, known for its high-quality textile machinery, registered these trademarks between 2012 and 2018.
However, competitors Proteknik Tekstil San. ve Dıs Tic. A S and Prosmh Makina Pazarlama Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi attempted to exploit these names, leading to a court case.
Despite sending a cease-and-desist letter, infringement continued until a Turkish regional court ruled in Karl Mayer’s favor on 12 December 2024. The ruling prohibits the unauthorized use of these trademarks for manufacturing, sales, packaging, and online activities.
“We invested heavily and pursued this case for nearly seven years to protect our technology, customers, and reputation,” said Martin Fuhr, Head of Product Portfolio Management, Warp Preparation.
Karl Mayer continues to innovate, reinforcing its leadership in warp preparation technology. Recent advancements in Prosize include the Cascade system, which reduces steam consumption by 7 per cent, and the Smart Size Box, enhancing predictive maintenance while lowering size add-on by 10 per cent.
The Prowarp system integrates cloud-based Proactive Warping for superior warp quality, while Prodye’s specialized vat technology achieves deeper indigo shades with reduced chemical usage.
By safeguarding its intellectual property and driving innovation, KARL MAYER strengthens its market position and commitment to advancing textile technology.
