Karl Mayer has been equipping customers with warp knitting expertise since 1960, and its training programs remain highly sought after. In 2024, the company conducted 104 courses for 432 learners across academies in Germany, China, India, Japan, and Turkey. Its online training platform, launched in 2022, is also gaining traction, with 564 active accounts from 50 countries by December 2024.
“We’re seeing a shift from on-site training to digital formats,” says Sophia Krinner, Product Owner Academy at Karl Mayer. Many professionals now find online courses sufficient, reducing the need for travel. The 2025 program opens for enrollment in January, with a 25 per cent discount on the ‘Introduction to Warp Knitting’ e-learning course in February.
While over half of last year’s courses followed the standard program, demand for specialized training is rising, particularly in fishing net production, process optimization, and quality improvement. These sessions often take place at customers’ facilities, ensuring practical relevance.
Trainees praise the courses for enhancing their technical skills. “I now understand the connection between machine parts and product properties,” says Fang of Shawmut Corp., USA. Others highlight the impact on their daily work and design innovations.
Karl Mayer continues expanding its digital offerings, adding courses on energy efficiency and textile analysis in 2024. A new warp knitting knowledge check, launched in January 2025, helps customers assess their skills and choose the right courses.
