German textile machinery manufacturer Karl Mayer will showcase its latest developments in warp knitting, warp preparation and technical textiles at INDIA ITME 2026, scheduled from December 4 to 9 in Greater Noida, India.
At Booth 15G19 in Hall 15, the company will present machinery technologies and textile applications designed to help Indian manufacturers improve productivity and expand into higher-value segments.
The showcase will include two- and three-bar tricot machines and jacquard double needle bar raschel machines for apparel and footwear applications. Tricot machines are among Karl Mayer’s best-selling models in India, particularly for producing functional fabrics for athleisure apparel.
“We’re seeing a great deal of interest in our technology from circular knitters. They recognise the advantages in terms of output and consistent quality and want to expand their product range to include warp knitted fabrics,” said Mark Smith, Deputy Vice President of Sales, Business Unit Warp Knitting at Karl Mayer.
The company will also present technologies for producing patterned shoe uppers, alongside four-way stretch materials, woven-like warp knitted fabrics and seamless body-mapping applications.
In warp preparation, Karl Mayer will highlight its Prosize sizing machine and Warpdirect warping machine, combined with a V-shaped creel. The solution is designed for processing staple fibre yarns widely used in India’s weaving industry.
According to the company, Prosize can reduce sizing agent consumption by up to 10%, while Warpdirect offers controlled winding density and reduced yarn waste.
Technical textiles will form another focus, with applications including geogrids for civil engineering, composite reinforcement fabrics for transport and industrial uses, and materials for wind turbine rotor blades.
The company sees opportunities arising from India’s infrastructure development, railway expansion and renewable energy investments.
Smith will participate in the Textile Horizons conference, where industry representatives will discuss robotics and automation in yarn and fabric formation.
Karl Mayer will also introduce an expanded Spare Parts Webshop in India, adding commonly required knitting machine wear parts to improve access to replacement components and support maintenance.
Through its participation, the company aims to strengthen its engagement with Indian manufacturers seeking advanced machinery and diversified textile production.
