The mechatronic device iSAVER® that, unique in the sector, allows to denim weavers to save up tp 1,000 Kg of cotton per loom per year thus avoiding to waste circa 20 million of liters of water. An innovation 100% made-in-Italy, iSAVER® is already present in the biggest denim weaving mills in China, Vietnam, Turkey, Egipt, Italy and South America.
Denim is one of the most popular fabrics in the world, with 3.5 billion garments produced every year. The denim manufacturing process, which absorbs about 35% of world cotton production and moves a global market that reached 21.8 billion dollars in 2020, has a strong environmental impact.
“The entire textile supply chain is constantly looking for ideas and solutions, to improve the sustainability of production processes, by innovating technologies and processing systems to reduce waste, water and electricity consumption “, stated Ugo Ghilardi, CEO Itema Group. “With iSAVER® we have brought an excellent solution to the market, which makes the difference because it allows denim weavers and fashion brands to offer a finished product with a much lower ecological footprint.”
R9500²denim
The new era of denim weaving starts now with the Itema R9500²denim. The Itema R9500²denim features breakthrough devices and enhanced skills that put Itema—once again—one step ahead in the field of denim, guaranteeing an unrivalled following competitive advantage in the market to denim mills running the Itema machine:
iSAVER™ by ItemaLab: Breakthrough mechatronic innovation to eliminate the waste selvedge on the left side of the fabric.
Energy Saving: The optimization of the machine main mechanical components and lubrication system allows a considerable energy consumption reduction.
New Tape-Hook System: Redesigned and optimized, the tape-hook system provides the remarkable benefit of significantly extending components’ lifetime. The new Itema tapes developed by Lamiflex, an Itema Group company specializing in composite materials, feature an innovative configuration with a triple layer of carbon fiber.
SK UltraLight Rapiers: Specially designed to meet specific indigo fabric needs. The rapiers’ revolutionary design ensures their reduced dimensions and maximum lightness. Streamlined and lightweight, the SK UltraLight Rapiers provide a high-precision grip and guarantee superior textile performances.
Enhanced Itema Shed Geometry: The worldwide recognized as best-in-class Itema Shed Geometry takes here a further step towards perfect fabric quality. In fact, the smallest shed opening in the market ensures unsurpassed denim quality, hand-feel and appearance.
Optimized Ergonomy: The R9500²denim features a lowered front frame to facilitate machine accessibility for the weaver when carrying out daily textile operations.
Itema Textile Help: The NCP—New Common Electronic Platform features a new important tool for the weaver: the Itema Textile Help customized for denim fabrics. New Ergonomic Rapier Opener: Allowing the weaver to carry out the necessary set-up operations in just a few, quick moves and without the need of additional tools.
ISD-Independent Selvedge Device: The new design ensures reduced maintenance due to minimized dust accumulation.
