Karl Mayer showcases latest innovations at ShanghaiTex

KARL MAYER was also showing an innovative double-bar raschel machine in the shape of the RD 7/2-12 EL. This member of the RD series was producing a spacer textile with a zigzag pattern and the visitors were impressed by the high quality of the product. With its extensive design possibilities, the RD 7/2-12 EL can cater for the growing trend for producing spacer textiles with patterned surfaces. Many of the enquires came from manufacturers in the automotive sector.

Lace raschel machines

Lace manufacturers definitely got their money’s worth out of the fair in the shape of the new MJ 42/1 B. The technology of this new machine is based on the same principles at the ML machine series, and the range of products it produces is similar to those produced on the JL machines. The MJ 42/1 B was producing stretch lace bands in a gauge of E 24 in Shanghai.

With its speed of up to 900 min-1 and its high operating reliability, this solid machine, which features KARL MAYER’s tried-and-tested quality engineering, was definitely attracting attention. This machine, with its exceptional price:peformance ratio, is an attractive proposition for the low-bar segment.

In addition to the MJ 42/1 B being shown, the MJ 59/1 B also belongs to the new MJ series. The machine at the fair was partially equipped with KARL MAYER’s tried-and-test Positive Patternbeam Drive (PPD). This active pattern beam drive guarantees accurate feeding-in of different amounts of yarn, even at high operating speeds, and was thus one of the special features that attracted the attention of the visitors.

Warp preparation technology

The DSE 21/21 EC impressed the visitors at ShanghaiTex as a solid, functional machine with an excellent price:performance ratio. The open design of the roller unit went down particularly well with the visitors. This new design improves access to the machine components and simplifies handling when dealing with yarn breakages and pattern changes.

The size box on display and the Accutense yarn tensioner also attracted a large number of enquiries. Many of the visitors were particularly interested in processing technical yarns.

All in all, the feedback from ShanghaiTex was extremely positive for the Warp Preparation Business Unit. “We had many consultations. In some cases, people just wanted information but some conversations resulted in specific projects,” explained the sales manager, Oliver Posselt. “What is more, all our important clients from China and the neighbouring countries attended, so that we have been able to strengthen our existing contacts there. This was particularly important for our new colleagues.”