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TEXtalks: Which latest technological developments performances even at the highest speeds. principles are constantly introduced to ensure the the Itema A95002 is the iRTC, the Itema patented
is Itema showcasing at ITMA 2019? highest quality standards. software – now in a new and advanced version – that
Christian Straubhaar: We rolled out at ITMA 2019 a Moreover, the A9500-2 features the brand-new enables the ideal monitoring of the weft insertion
series of brand-new weaving innovations that took Bi-Power stretch nozzle which ensures perfect weft Moreover, Industry 4.0 significantly impacted on cycle guaranteeing reduced air consumption and
central stage during the exhibition. catching pick by pick. Compact, powerful and Itema weaving machines development. overruling of incorrect settings.
cordless, the Bi-Power stretch nozzle allows air
We exhibited for the first time the Loom of the Future consumption reduction and increased fabric quality As an example, treasuring digitalization and Industry TEXtalks: How has Itema Discovery developed by
in a move to demonstrate its full dedication to by keeping the weft perfectly straight in the fabric. 4.0 principles, we exhibited never-before-seen Itemalab™ redefined weaving foundations?
innovate the weaving industry. The Itema Discovery - preventive maintenance solutions, such as Christian Straubhaar: The Itema Discovery relies on
developed by Itemalab™ - was the real star of the The user-experience has been further optimized iBOOSTER and iCARE. completely new logics and concepts. The main
show. Introduced at ITMA as a concept, Discovery thanks to a new machine ergonomy with a lowered machine platform is here fully based on mechatronic
gathered the attention of worldwide weavers thanks front frame to improve machine accessibility. Featuring an innovative sensors system coupled with functioning and not anymore on mechanical
to its completely new operations based on Moreover, the new layout of the fabric formation area an extensive material study – made in cooperation principles. Mechatronic is potentially the technology
mechatronic principles and not anymore, as it reduces style change downtime and enables easier with Lamiflex – iBOOSTER and iCARE allow to run of the future since it is basically maintenance free
happens on current weaving machines, on maintenance operations. extremely fast in complete safety. In fact, iBOOSTER and opens the doors to endless preventive
mechanical drives. guarantees extended key components lifetime and maintenance possibilities. Itema is the first company
Last, but not least, we exhibited for the first time the iCARE provides a real-time tapes and sprocket in the weaving industry to introducing mechatronic
Moreover, two brand-new airjet weaving machines brand-new Itema SKYFRAME heald frames that wheels state of health monitoring, leading to principles on its weaving machines and now, with
have been presented, the A9500-2 and the ensure the highest machine speeds whilst machine’s self-diagnostic and to productivity Discovery, developing a weaving machine completely
A9500-2bedsheeting. guaranteeing maximum reliability. optimization. based on this technology.

On the rapier side, the R9500-2 – the Second TEXtalks: During ITMA, Itema launched the TEXtalks: Energy being a major cost component in TEXtalks: In terms of technological advancements,
Generation of the Itema rapier best-seller - made its A9500-2bedsheeting, which are the main benefits the textile industry what steps has Itema taken in what is the customers demand in the current
world debut, demonstrating once again its ensured to bed sheeting weavers by this machine? terms of power savings? market?
technological superiority in terms of performances, Christian Straubhaar: We developed a bed sheeting Christian Straubhaar: All the Second Generation of Christian Straubhaar: Our Customers operate in a
versatility and fabric quality, and now also providing a dedicated airjet machine with the target to meet the the Itema machines features innovative highly competitive environment and are forced to
significant energy consumption reduction compared highest requirements of the most demanding bed improvements and devices to ensure reduced power invest in weaving technology that guarantees to them
to previous machine model. linen weavers. With the new A9500-2bedsheeting, we consumption. more competitive advantage. Our Customers are
are now in the position to ensure to weavers the mainly looking for weaving machines capable to
Last but not least, our denim dedicated rapier highest performances and unparalleled fabric quality. The main mechanical components and lubrication ensure superior performances, the highest textile
machine R9500-2denim was in ITMA equipped with In fact, we designed key machine components - such system of the rapier R9500-2 have been revised and quality and maximum user-friendliness. Superior
the one-of-a-kind iSAVER™ that represents the as main and tandem nozzles along with the whole optimized to ensure a significant energy saving. performances guarantee cost savings and maximum
unique real sustainable innovation tool in the weaving pneumatic platform to ensure superior performances Moreover, the machine is fitted with a main motor productivity, fabric quality and machine versatility
industry and with a further enhanced weft transfer in terms of speed coupled with superior fabric quality with oil cooling thus leading to heat recovery and allow them to get a competitive advantage and to
system and innovative IOT solutions. In fact, the and textile efficiency. temperature control. These characteristics together quickly adapt to new market trends, and
brand-new iBOOSTER package and iCARE system allow us to reduce the power consumption up to user-friendliness is mandatory for the weavers who
Mr Christian Straubhaar, Group Sales & Marketing With the clear target to build a stronger Group, the implement the most modern principles to provide Absolute new launch and core advancement featured -15% compared to previous model. On the airjet side, have to perform in a demanding environment
Director, Itema S.p.A., Italy at ITMA held from June Company recently carried out a series of strategic unparalleled performances and predictive on the A9500-2bedsheeting are the brand-new heald we ensure an optimal air flow on the A9500-2 and on ensuring to their company the highest quality and
20-26, 2019 in Barcelona at Fira De Barcelona, Gran operations aimed at broadening its spectrum of maintenance. frames SKYFRAME - Itema exclusive proprietary the A9500-2bedsheeting, thus generating significant production results.
Via discussed with TEXtalks about Itema Discovery – activities, both through vertical and horizontal technology - made of aluminium and carbon and air consumption reduction. The new main machine
defined as the “Loom of the Future” combining the integrations and diversifications. TEXtalks: What user benefits does Second designed by Itemalab in cooperation with Lamiflex. structure and the new pneumatic platform provide At Itema we develop our weaving machines with
best of rapier, projectile and airjet technologies. Generation of the Itema Airjet machine the A9500-2 We invested on the development of our own airjet optimal insertion cycle both from textile and these targets clear in mind. Innovation, customer
We acquired Lamiflex, leading producer of advanced offer in terms of optimization? heald frames to answer its Customers specific performances point of view. In fact, the constant centricity, tangible concrete solutions. These are the
TEXtalks: Looking back at Itema’s rich heritage as a composites materials, allowing us to create high Christian Straubhaar: Summing up all the best needs. In fact, heald frames represent key control of air load and pressure put the machine in core added values that we will never stop to provide
well-known manufacturer of textile technology, how added value synergies to further enhance innovative features of its predecessors, the A9500-2 further components on airjet technology and the Itema condition to weave perfectly whilst reducing energy to our Customers.
far has it come and what are the future prospects? in-house solutions for the Itema core business: enhances speed and machine performances. SKYFRAME, thanks to its superior lightness and consumption.
Christian Straubhaar: We rely on strong heritage and weaving machines manufacturing. sturdiness, allows to run at the highest speeds TEXtalks: How has the visitor response been at ITMA
long tradition in the weaving industry and today Thanks to a new and optimized pneumatic platform, without compromising reliability and resistance. Saving is also guaranteed by iREED®, the Itema 2019?
represents a leading provider of best-in-class On the other side, the recent agreement reached with we significantly improved the weft insertion cycle, patented reed tunnel shape and position of the relay Christian Straubhaar: The results have been
weaving technology. With a consolidated market Panter that led to the launch of Itematech, aimed to leading to a quicker system response when handling TEXtalks: With the increased digitalization demand, nozzle which optimize the air flow in the reed channel excellent for Itema, since we could meet a very high
positioning and delivering its rapier, airjet and air load and pressure guaranteeing minimized what is the significance of Industry 4.0 for Itema? for a higher efficiency weft insertion. number of visitors. Pakistan was one of the Country
projectile weaving machines to more than 50 increase the competitive advantage in specific vibrations and higher structural reliability. Christian Straubhaar: Industry 4.0 is crosswise with more representatives and as Itema we could
have interesting and inspiring discussions with a
countries per year, Itema constantly renews its market segments though technological leadership important for Itema. In fact, we implemented Industry Major contributor of the reduced air consumption of significant number of Pakistani companies.
dedication to continuous innovation by developing established by merging top field expertise and We revised the whole machine structure to increase 4.0 concepts starting from its manufacturing sites,
brand-new weaving innovations. know-how. the air tank capacity ensuring superior textile where the latest lean manufacturing and digitalization

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