Grabher Group inaugurates MJ 52/1-S from Karl Mayer for processing electrically conductive yarns

The combination of electrically conductive material with textiles opens up a wide range of new possibilities, especially in the sports sector. The analysis of mobility through sensors, for example, helps to avoid incorrect overload to the body and to increase the fun factor during physical activity. The work of a consortium consisting of component and […]

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Karl Mayer’s new 3D printing system for manufacturing customised products

The combination of new technologies such as additive manufacturing with the traditional procedures used in the textile industry offers numerous potentials for product development and hence new market opportunities. The KARL MAYER GROUP has recognised this and has developed a technological solution for combining warp knitted textile manufacturing with 3D printing. The innovation combines the […]

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Karl Mayer acquires yarn tensioner technology from Appalachian Electronic Instruments

Appalachian Electronic Instruments Inc. (AEI) and Karl Mayer Group agreed on August 2nd, 2022 that AEI will transfer their YTC yarn tensioner technology to Karl Mayer. Karl Mayer Group takes over the complete range of products YTC (YTC-2000 and YTC-2000 MAX) and the complete technology of yarn tensioners for weaving and warp knitting preparation from […]

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Karl Mayer’s HKS 2-SE PLUS twill stitch fabrics add power to lingerie and sportswear business

At the end of last year, KARL MAYER added the HKS 2-SE PLUS to its range of products for processing elastane; the first trials were completed shortly afterwards to test the new patterning possibilities it offered. Thanks to a modified knitting motion, the newcomer can not only implement conventional elastic locknit and 1 x 1 counter lappings, but twill […]

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