Santoni China Group to Exhibit at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026

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Santoni China Group will participate in ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026, taking place from November 20–24 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. Under the theme “Machines Evolved · Intelligence Delivered,” the Group will showcase circular and seamless knitting technologies, innovative textile applications, the SWS 3D AI design platform and integrated digital solutions from its brands, including Santoni, Jingmei and Terrot, at Hall 4.1, Booth C39. Founded in Brescia, Italy, in 1919, Santoni has built a century-long legacy of innovation in knitting technology. Since establishing its manufacturing presence in China in 2005, Santoni China has remained at the forefront of the knitting industry, advancing both circular knitting machinery and the transformative potential of digitalization and artificial intelligence. Today, the Group brings together six distinctive equipment and component brands, four integrated engineering, R&D and manufacturing hubs, and a digital ecosystem designed for intelligent manufacturing. By uniting hardware with software, and specialist expertise with scalable capabilities, Santoni China Group goes beyond creating the machines and technologies that shape the fabrics of tomorrow—it is helping reimagine the future value chain of knitted products.

Built around the INNOTAS philosophy of simplicity, precision and efficiency, the INNOTAS-HS combines advanced knitting technology with the SJ7 intelligent platform and an electronically controlled fabric take-down system. The integrated system supports stable fabric tension, precise take-down control and coordinated machine operation at high production speeds, helping manufacturers increase productivity while maintaining consistent fabric quality. Its self-cleaning design also helps reduce maintenance requirements. The machine is suited to single jersey applications including T-shirts, underwear, sportswear and lightweight summer apparel.

The Terrot UCC 672-ME features electronic three-way needle selection in both cylinder and dial, enabling intricate double-sided jacquard patterns, three-dimensional textures and engineered ventilation zones, with a specialised mattress-fabric concept on display. Combining versatile patterning capabilities with production-oriented engineering, the UCC 672-ME allows manufacturers to create differentiated textile structures while supporting flexible applications and efficient machine setup.