Swedish Textile Automation at ITMA Asia 2025

TMAS Secretary General Therese Premler-Andersson.

Members of TMAS – the Swedish Textile Machinery Association – will present a series of new developments at ITMA Asia + CITME in Singapore from October 28-31, with a strong focus on sensor-driven automation and resource efficiency.

“The demand for automation, AI-enabled production, and digitalisation continues to accelerate as manufacturers aim to boost efficiency and reduce reliance on repetitive manual tasks,” noted TMAS Secretary General Therese Premler-Andersson. “Advanced automation allows predictive maintenance and real-time quality monitoring within fully integrated production systems. Our members are already applying these technologies to minimize downtime, enhance efficiency, and support more sustainable manufacturing.”

ACG Kinna Automatic will introduce the new Hector industrial sewing machine in Singapore.

Complete Process – One Supplier
Under the banner ‘Complete Process – One Supplier’, ACG Kinna Automatic (Hall 6, Stand D106) has pioneered fully robotic production lines for pillows and duvets. These lines cover everything from filling material handling and fabric feeding to sewing, digital quality checks, and packaging.

“Automation is now a necessity,” stated Tomas Aspenskog, Marketing and Sales Manager at ACG Kinna. “Drivers such as product traceability, flexibility, local production, and new trade regulations, combined with labor shortages and rising costs, are pushing manufacturers to seek simpler, resource-saving systems that raise productivity. Our modular solutions enable adaptability, expansion, and streamlined project handling from a single source.”

At Singapore, ACG Kinna will also debut the Hector industrial sewing machine, designed for heavy-duty stitching of filled textile components like outdoor cushions and mattresses. Already adopted by major retailers including IKEA and JYSK, Hector’s adjustable sewing arm accommodates thicker materials and comes in three arm lengths—60, 100, and 120 cm.

Eltex EyETM
Eltex (Hall 2, Stand C203) has advanced its EyETM tension monitoring system by integrating electromagnetic brakes with sensors for real-time automatic tension adjustment, replacing manual intervention. Its ACT-R unit further reduces selvedge yarn waste in rapier weaving machines while maintaining uniform tension—benefiting even older weaving machines without upgrades.

The Eltex ACT-R significantly reduces the selvedge yarn waste from the weft insertion systems of rapier weaving machines.

“Our plug-and-play ACT-R system delivers instant quality improvements, particularly for recycled yarns,” explained Michél Gamhov, Eltex Sales Engineer. “Less waste means savings in materials, labor, runtime, and quality. We can even give older textile machines a second life with our sensor-based systems.”

Svegea Tubular Components
Svegea (Hall 6, Stand D109) will highlight its collarette machines for producing tubular garment components such as cuffs and collars. Models EC 50 and EC 200 with E-Drive II and linked cutting systems will be demonstrated.

“Our machines combine durability, energy efficiency, and high-quality binding while reducing waste,” said Håkan Steene, Svegea Managing Director. “Automation helps our customers in Asia achieve cost savings and efficiency with adaptable, user-friendly machines.”

Vandewiele Sweden AB
Vandewiele Sweden (Hall 2, Stand D301e) will showcase its X4 yarn feeders, available in versions with integrated tension displays, active tension control, or quick-release systems for faster restarts. Its IRO Gaugepart modules, applied in tufting looms, allow precise carpet appearance control.

“Our flexibility enables us to provide tailored solutions that larger firms often cannot match,” remarked Tobias Sternfeldt, Division Manager.

Spray Technology by BW Converting
Finally, BW Converting (Hall 8, Stand B201) will highlight its successful TexCoat G4 finishing system. Built on Swedish offset printing technology, TexCoat G4 has seen rapid adoption worldwide, especially in Asia, where 35 units have been sold. The company will announce a related new technology just before the Singapore exhibition.