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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESHIMA SEIKI to Exhibit at FEBRATEX 2024
Leading flat knitting solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan will exhibit at theBrazilian Textile Industry Fair (FEBRATEX 2024) this month. On display will be a roundup of SHIMA SEIKI
computerized flat knitting technology, represented by the latest WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machines,
conventional shaped knitting machines, glove knitting machine and design software.
The flagship SWG-XR® WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machine features the company's original SlideNeedle™
on four needle beds supporting a wide range of high-quality WHOLEGARMENT® knitting in all needles.
MACH2®VS and N.SVR®183 are conventional V-bed machines capable of WHOLEGARMENT® knitting inevery other needle. N.SIR®123SP features a special loop presser bed and is capable of producing uniquewoven-like hybrid fabrics as well as technical textiles. The SVR® and N.SSR® workhorse machines set theindustry benchmark for shaping machines, with SVR®202 featuring tandem knitting capability for flexible
operation. N.SSR®072 is a new machine that specializes in knitting of collars, shown for the first time inBrazil. The SFG® fully automatic glove knitting machine rounds out the comprehensive lineup.
APEXFiz® subscription-based design software supports the creative side of fashion from planning anddesign to colorway evaluation, realistic fabric simulation and 3D virtual sampling. Virtual sampling is adigitized version of sample making, accurate enough to be used effectively as prototypes. By replacing
physical samples, virtual samples reduce time, cost and material that otherwise go to waste. APEXFiz®
thereby helps to realize sustainability and digitally transform the fashion supply chain.
Exhibition Details
Date:
Hours:
Location:

Organizer:
Booth No.:

Tuesday, 20th - Friday, 23rd August 2024
2:00PM - 9:00PMParque Vila Germanica
Rua Alberto Stein, 199
Bairro Velha Blumenau, Santa Catarina, BRAZIL
Tel: +55-47-3381-7700
FCEM Feiras e Congressos
Sector 01, Booth No. 57, 58, 59, 60

Exhibited Technology
SWG-XR®154 15L
MACH2®VS183 18G
N.SVR®183 V21G
N.SIR®123SP V14G
SVR®202-SC 16G
N.SSR®112 V7G
N.SSR®072 C14G
SFG® 7G
APEXFiz®

WHOLEGARMENT® Knitting Machine
WHOLEGARMENT® Knitting Machine
WHOLEGARMENT® Knitting Machine
Computerized Flat Knitting Machine
Computerized Flat Knitting Machine
Computerized Flat Knitting Machine
Computerized Flat Knitting Machine
Fully Automatic Glove Knitting Machine
3D Design System

For more information please contact:
BRASTEMA TECNOLOGIA TEXTIL LTDA.
Tel: +55-54-3022-7400
Email: brastema@brastema.com.brSHIMA SEIKI Press Information

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
About SHIMA SEIKI
Company Name:SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD.

Established:

1962

President:

Mitsuhiro Shima

No. of Employees: 1,381Headquarters:

Address: 85 Sakata Wakayama 641-8511 JAPAN
Telephone: +81-(0)73-474-8210 (Joint Sales Division)
Facsimile: +81-(0)73-474-8270 (Joint Sales Division)
URL: http://www.shimaseiki.com

Core Business:

Development, manufacture, sales and service of WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machines,
computerized flat knitting machines, glove and sock knitting machines, computer graphic
apparel design systems, apparel CAD systems, computerized fabric cutting machines(CAM), textile printing machines and other related peripherals.

Company Profile: SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan is a leading manufacturer in thecomputerized flatbed knitting machine industry. With complete systems integration fromplanning, production to sales promotion and retail sales, SHIMA SEIKI has been
dedicating its products and services to the knitting industry worldwide through the latest incomputerized knitting technology.
SHIMA SEIKI is also the pioneer in complete garment manufacturing technology—calledWHOLEGARMENT®—wherein an entire knitted garment is produced on the knitting
machine without the need for linking or sewing afterward. Since its commercial
introduction in 1995, SHIMA SEIKI has been the undisputed leader in WHOLEGARMENT®
knitting technology with nearly 30 years of field experience and know-how, not to mention
over 2,500 related patents and patents pending worldwide.
Meanwhile SHIMA SEIKI’s SDS®-ONE APEX series 3D design system and APEXFiz®
design soft- ware feature ultra-realistic knit simulation for creating virtual samples. Virtualsamples minimize time, cost and material associated with the sample-making phase.
Virtual samples can also be used to gauge consumer response to items before going tomarket, effectively realizing production based on demand forecasting. Inventory cantherefore be optimized to minimize leftover stock, realizing smart, speedy and sustainableproduction.
Press Contact:(Mr.) Masaki Karasuno, Media Relations
karasuno@shimaseiki.co.jp

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SHIMA SEIKI, SWG-XR, MACH2, SWG, SVR, SIR, SSR, SFG, SDS, SDS-ONE, SDS-ONE APEX, APEXFiz, SlideNeedle and WHOLEGARMENT areregistered trademarks or trademarks of SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. in Japan and/or other countries.