Leading computerized knitting machine manufacturer SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan will participate at the 17th edition of the INDO INTERTEX exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia later this month together with its Indonesian representative BROTHERSINDO MACHINERY at the representative’s booth.
On display will be the state­of­the­art SVR123SP computerized knitting machine that features a special loop presserbed, capable of producing hybrid inlay fabrics with both knit and weave characteristics. Demand for such novel fabricsare very high across a wide range of applications, from fashion apparel to sportswear, innerwear, outerwear, uniformsand other functional clothing, as well as home furnishing and technical textiles. Focusing on the sportswear manufac­turing market in Indonesia and neighboring South East Asian industries, SVR123SP at INDO INTERTEX furthermore fea­tures the new i­PlatingTM option, capable of alternating yarn colors in any pattern, producing jacquard­like designs usingplain jersey stitch. With i­PlatingTM, plating can be performed within the same course and for individual needles foreven greater diversity in knit design. The latest sportswear samples produced on SVR123SP will be on display, as well asrevolutionary seam­free WHOLEGARMENT® knitwear that feature superior fit, comfort and style that are ideal forsportswear.
The latest version of SHIMA SEIKI’s 3D design system SDS­ONE APEX3 will also be exhibited. At the core of the compa­ny’s “Total Fashion System” concept, APEX3 provides comprehensive support throughout the product supply chain,integrating production into one smooth and efficient workflow from yarn development, product planning and design toproduction and even sales promotion.
Especially effective is the way APEX3 improves on the design evaluation processwith its ultra­realistic simulation capability, whereby virtual samples minimize the need for actual sample­making. Thisrealizes significant savings in time, cost and material, contributing to sustainable manufacturing.