DOMOTEX 2023 POST REPORT
DOMOTEX,World’sleadingtradefairfor CarpetsandFloorCoveringsopens successfully
DOMOTEX once again proved to be the industry's international trend show from 12 to 15 January 2023. At the world's leading trade fair for carpets and floor coverings, exhibitors and visitors met to discuss product innovations and industry trends. During the four-day world's leading trade fair for carpets and floor coverings, trade visitors, around 69% of them from abroad, were able to discover new innovations and trends and make new business contacts with more than 730 exhibitors in eight halls.
"We are overwhelmed by the positive response as well as the energetic spirit of this year's DOMOTEX. The atmosphere in the halls is so super – exhibitors and visitors alike are delighted to finally come together again at their industry trade show to meet face-to-face, exchange ideas, make new contacts and close deals," says Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director DOMOTEX. "What also pleases me is that the quality of visitors at the show is outstanding. After all, the decision-maker share is 80%. Those who come to DOMOTEX come with very specific intentions."
Sonia Wedell-Castellano, GD DOMOTEX
The theme "FLOORED BY NATURE" referred to the trend of sustainability and focused on green topics such as the sustainable use of resources, recycling management, natural and recycled materials as well as healthy living and work environments. The main theme was divided into the areas "Connecting Markets", "Conscious Living" and "Colourful Nature".
At DOMOTEX 2023, the special show THE GREEN COLLECTION and the conference program DOMOTEX on Stage under the guiding theme FLOORED BY NATURE formed the heart of the event - this is where the megatrend of sustainability was staged and discussed.
THE GREEN COLLECTION in Hall 23 became the main attraction for visitors because of their creative, inspiring & attractive design.
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Exhibitors in the "RUGS" segment, which combines handmade and machine-made carpets, also responded well to the central theme of sustainability.
Wool, silk, fine artisanship: Handmade carpets, such as those on display at DOMOTEX, are unique gems that create a special atmosphere in a room. Thanks to the use of natural materials and their long lifespan, handmade carpets are a sustainable component of furnishings. Made of high-quality sheep's wool or fine silk, they have a heat-insulating effect, feel pleasantly soft and can even absorb dust and pollen from the air and contribute to a comfortable room climate.
Beyond positive material qualities and fine craftsmanship, manufacturers such as Jaipur Rugs, S.U. RUGS or Theo Keller ensure a positive experience when buying carpets, as these manufacturers are dedicated to fair trade and the fight against child labour. The NGO GoodWeave International is particularly committed to fight child labour. The corresponding seal of quality is therefore one of the best assurances that a carpet was produced without child labour.
The trend towards increased environmental awareness is accompanied by rising demands on quality, durability and production of machine-made carpets. Oriental Weavers from Egypt presented several sustainable carpet collections at this year's DOMOTEX: "Puro", "Baduhi" and
"Mojave". The company won the GREEN COLLECTION AWARD for the "Puro" collection, which is made of 100% recycled cotton fibres. With its viscose carpets, Verbatex proved that it does not have to be classic materials like wool and cotton. The Belgian manufacturer uses viscose produced by SFC from rapidly regenerating wood as a contribution to the circular economy. In addition, Verbatex uses dope-dyed fibres, which reduces water and energy consumption during production. McThree, on the other hand, is increasingly using synthetic yarns. To ensure that production meets the strictest environmental standards, the company cooperates with external specialists. At DOMOTEX, McThree showed two new collections at once: "Mundo", an outdoor collection that also cuts a fine figure indoors, and "Boho Culture" in cheerful colours and a handcrafted Berber look.
Highlights of an exciting day, DOMOTEX 2023
Exciting Flooring ideas focusing sustainability.
Creativity is the limit, design your own unique mats
Application & installation highlighting sustainability
Mood Spaces, a featured event at DOMOTEX
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OrientalWeaversbags“TheGreenCollection Award”atDOMOTEX2023
Oriental Weavers Group (OW), the world’s largest carpets, rugs, and related raw materials producer, has proudly been awarded the ‘Green Collection Award’ for its unprecedented sustainable collection showcased at DOMOTEX fair, the world leading trade show for carpets and floor coverings, taking place in Hannover, Germany from 12 to 15 January 2023.
Oriental Weavers’ green collection for this year’s edition features the Baduhi Machine-Woven Collection which is made from natural wool fiber to last for many years, the Mojave Machine-Woven Collection is made using durable recycled polyester yarn to provide an extremely safe and eco-friendly product for modern homes, as well as Puro Machine-Woven Collection that is made of 100% recycled cotton fiber which works to help reduce the impact on earth.
For over 30 years, OW has been keen on participating in the DOMOTEX event, bringing a coordinated roomscape of products for floor, seating, and wall coverings. By launching the Group’s Green Collection, Oriental Weavers reaffirms its unwavering support for sustainability and the environment. In line with this year’s theme, entitled ‘Floored by Nature’, the Group has developed and introduced rugs and carpets that are made from eco-friendly material. Thus, utilizing clean energy sources throughout Oriental Weavers’ operations and product offerings.
View of Oriental Weavers’ booth, DOMOTEX
ExhibitorsFromAroundTheWorld
Savio Textile Machinery
Savio Textile Machinery, for the first time exhibited at Domotex. According to Savio 35 percent of worldwide spun yarn is controlled and processed by Savio Textile Machines and various solutions for winding, Two-forone Twisting, shrinking, and bulking of yarns.
The Vandewiele NV group highlighted winding solutions, Volufil heat-setting &shrinking solution and Sirius TFO twisting solutions.
Volufil Multicone with continuous shrinkage, bulking and heat setting guarantees the complete shrinking throughout the yarn, which acquires a highly regular geometrical structure with excellent volume and roundness values. Furthermore, the Multicone technology allows the tailoring of package for different end use (dyeing, knitting) with simple settings on PC. Bulkiness is given to a thread or a yarn taking advantage of the hot deformability of the fibers, especially acrylics. The operation is obtained with a heat treatment on the moving thread, free to retract. The effect of the Volufil process gives fibres dimensional stability, higher volume, wrinkle resistance or temperature resistance. The packages produced by Savio’s VOLUFIL
Paolo Venier, Regional sales VP, Savio macchine tessili.have optimum application in the dyeing, knitting and home-furnishing sector thanks to their ability to absorb dyes and their wool-like aesthetics.
SIRIUS caters to high-end TFO segment. The machine responds to the demands of customers looking for a significant reduction in labor and energy. Twisting is of great importance not only in the context of manufacturing costs, but also as a real completion of a production cycle, therefore very interesting in terms of yarn quality. Sirius has been realized to support the entire Savio spindle range. You can choose the best spindle according to dimension, weight and density of feeding package.
Stäubli Carpet Weaving solutions
Stäubli offers carpet weaving solutions at Domotex 2023. One of their latest products is the ALPHA 560 UNIVERSAL carpet weaving machine, which was showcased at a recent event. This machine is designed to meet the needs of carpet manufacturers who require a versatile weaving system that can produce a wide variety of carpet qualities and sizes, up to 5.3 meters in weaving width.
The ALPHA 560 UNIVERSAL machine is Stäubli's response to the market's demand for rapid design changes and sophisticated weave structures. It boasts convenient yarn handling, compactness, and high operational reliability, combined with a long service life. These features make it an ideal choice for carpet manufacturers who require an efficient and reliable weaving system.
One of the key advantages of the ALPHA 560 UNIVERSAL is its unequalled flexibility, which allows it to produce carpets in low, mid-range, and high-density applications. Additionally, the machine is very compact and easy to use, making it an excellent choice for manufacturers with limited space in their production facilities. The machine also features smooth yarn handling, which ensures that the carpets produced have a high-quality finish.
Alpha 560 universal carpet weaving machine by Savio.Overall, the ALPHA 560 UNIVERSAL carpet weaving machine is an innovative solution that offers a range of benefits to carpet manufacturers. With its advanced features and versatile capabilities, it provides an efficient and reliable way to produce high-quality carpets for a wide range of applications.
Nadine Darian said:” It feels good to be back again and we have received a very positive support. So first, it is great to be back after three years’ time. It is important for us to be here we have been long term exhibitor at Domotex and its great to be here after a long time. The credit goes to our team who prepared for this year and our customers here, who were quite interested in latest trends and technology. ‘’
Eltex of Sweden
Eltex of Sweden is a prominent manufacturer of stop motion equipment for textile machines. Established in 1964, the company has been developing and producing high-quality electronic yarn break detection sensors and electronic yarn tension monitors for various textile machines such as weaving looms, warping creels, tufting machines, winders, sewing machines, and more.
The sensors and monitors produced by Eltex of Sweden are known for their reliability and accuracy, ensuring that textile manufacturers can produce high-quality products consistently. These products are suitable for a wide range of textile applications, including the production of fabrics, carpets, and garments.
The Eltex Group has a global presence, with representatives located worldwide. Eltex of Sweden is responsible for the research and development, as well as the final production, of Eltex products at its own factory. The company offers a range of products, including electronic sensors for textile machinery, data loggers for temperature and humidity, and electric heating controllers.
Overall, Eltex of Sweden's stop motion equipment plays an important role in the textile industry, helping manufacturers to improve their productivity, reduce waste, and maintain consistent product quality. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Eltex of Sweden continues to be a leading supplier of electronic yarn break detection sensors and electronic yarn tension monitors for textile machines.
At the Domotex 2023 edition, Eltex highlighted compact EYE -Yarn fault detection for tufting machines. The EYE-system is designed for yarn break detection and yarn tension monitoring on textile machines. It is a flexible system that can be used on machines ranging from a few yarns to thousands. EYE for tufting uses the Compact Yarn sensors. The Sensors are normally fitted between the feed rollers and the needles. 100% of yarn breaks and end outs are detected. The sensors use the well proven piezoelectric principle. The special compact design enables the sensors to be installed on machines as dense as 1/10” gauge per side, thus offers 100 percent detection of Tufting Yarn Breaks and End Outs.
Eltex’s booth at Domotex 2023XETMA VOLLENWEIDER Carpet Finishing for woven velours.
Xetma Vollenweider is a well-known brand in the carpet finishing industry, offering quality, reliability, and durability in shearing worldwide. The company's expertise extends to all kinds of woven and tufted carpets, needle felts, and artificial turf, and they offer individual finishing solutions optimized for both performance and quality.
One of the latest products from Xetma Vollenweider is the X-CEED XG, a versatile carpet finishing machine suitable for a wide range of products, including carpet velour made of acrylic, viscose, and other synthetic fibres. The machine imparts a unique shine and finish to the carpet, ensuring it looks its best for customers.
Another new product is the X-TRACT XCP, a compact carpet pile cleaning machine suitable for all kinds of woven and tufted carpets. The machine efficiently and reliably removes loose fibre material that remains in the carpet pile during production, ensuring the carpet is clean and ready for sale.
The X-PLORE XCS is a newly developed shearing machine that achieves the best shearing results for all kinds of woven and tufted carpets, needle felts, and artificial turf. The machine is available in a nominal width of up to 6,000 mm and is equipped with precise Heavy Duty Shearing Units®, a hydraulic pressure and lift-up system, and an integrated dust removal system. Special pile preparation systems prior to shearing ensure an optimal finishing of textile floor coverings in wide widths.
ELTEKSMAK
Elteksmak Machinery established in 1994 by Mr. Mehmet Poslu offers textile finishing and drying technologies. The company highlighted its Steamer/Polymerization machine After Printing technology. The VAPORESSO Steaming Machine and FIX Series Loop Polymerization Machines provide efficient processing of the fabrics after printing, maximum color vitality and proper fixation of the printing. In addition to their Steamer/Polymerization machines, Elteksmak Machinery offers other finishing machines, including Relax Dryer (AIRELAX) and continuous Tumbler Dryer machines. The Relax Dryer (AIRELAX) is a finishing machine that provides a gentle, even drying process that reduces the risk of damage to the fabric. The continuous Tumbler Dryer machines are designed to dry and soften fabrics in a continuous, energy-efficient process.
Elteksmak Machinery is committed to providing highquality textile finishing and drying solutions that meet the needs of their customers. With their focus on innovation, efficiency, and quality, they have become a trusted partner for textile manufacturers around the world.
Karsten Heinz, Director Sales & Marketing, Xetma.
Metin Zorlu, Area Sales Manager, Elteksmak.
RUGSUTRA
Manoj Kulria from Jaipur, India said,” Trade shows provide a fantastic opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services, network with other industry professionals, and discover new trends and innovations in their field. The return of trade shows after the pandemic is a positive sign for industry and the global economy. Let's hope that trade shows will continue to play an important role in business development and growth in the future. ”
Mr. Kulria has collaborated with well-known European interior designers to give the rugs a unique touch, look, and feel. Rugsutra also offers their customers the option to customize their own rugs as per their desired designs, quality, sizes and color's. Through this, the customer gets a first-hand experience of the rug-making process, which is a unique experience. Making Rugs is an art, and without its artists and artisans who are natural at design and creativity, and marketing Rugsutra has crafted a fine collection of rugs for Europe, the USA, Canada, CIS countries, Russia, and many more. Every artisan has the freedom to bring their own creativity to this traditional method. Every rug has its own story, emotions of artisans from rural of India are so attached to every rug weaved by these skilful artisans, and it is not just about selling a rug, their beautiful story (or emotion) is going to travel with every rug to the buyers.
Mr. Manoj Kulria and team at Rugsutra’s booth, DOMOTEX 2023
ExhibitorsfromPakistan
SBR Enterprises
SBR Enterprises' flatweave Kilim collection and Vintage Overdye Rugs are unique offerings in the hand-knotted carpet industry. The flatweave Kilim rugs are known for their lightweight and easy-to-manage qualities, while the Vintage Overdye Rugs are created through a special process of color removal and dyeing to enhance their beauty. SBR Enterprises also specializes in custom design rugs, catering to the specific demands and needs of their customers. With over three decades of experience in the industry, SBR Enterprises is a reliable and trusted manufacturer of high-quality hand-knotted carpets in Pakistan.
JOONAID CO.
Joonaid Co. is a family-owned business that has been involved in manufacturing and exporting hand-knotted rugs for over four decades. The use of top-quality hand-spun Gazni wool in their Khorjeen/Shaal/Aaina Afghanistan and Chaubi/Ziegler (Afghanistan) rugs is impressive. The company caters to a wide range of clients, from large wholesale clients to small retailers, with a variety of competitive-priced rugs. The Super Kazak Hand-spun wool rug made with Afghan wool sounds like a beautiful addition to their collection.
Khyber Weavers International
Mr. Mohibullah, said: It's inspiring to see how traditional methods and skilled artisans are being incorporated into modern business practices. It's important to recognize and appreciate the cultural and emotional value that each rug holds, and to support businesses that prioritize sustainability and ethical practices. Trade shows provide a great platform for showcasing these values and building connections with like-minded professionals in the industry.
VisitorsComments
I think there is just lot of excitement. And it is so good to get on an aeroplane and come see colleagues again. Domotex is the place where everyone comes together: customers, suppliers, and competitors. Everything about the show is very important especially the human element and visual display during the exhibition, which I believe is not the same thing as Zoom meetings and virtual display of carpets or hard flooring on the computer screen.
This year’s Domotex is really very nice experience especially after the Covid. It is really a pleasure to see everybody gathering again in person.
I can see that the theme is very clear about sustainability, which is very informative as well as fascinating. There are people from many nationalities and a diversity of the material on display.
I would just say like that its good that everything is working in a similar manner that it used to before pandemic and I hope that trade shows will never go out of fashion. A pleasure to see everybody is gathering again and the ambience and atmosphere is great.
We are happy to meet our suppliers in person and do business. The sustainability theme especially THE GREEN COLLECTION in Hall 23 was interesting as one can touch and learn everything about natural and ecological material. The textile materials and wooden floors on display for the visitors at Domotex 2023, where they can actually stop by and literally touch and feel various materials and scan the code to get more information.
Many leading companies have already confirmed their participation in the next DOMOTEX, which is scheduled to take place from 11 to 14 January 2024 at Messe Hannover, Germany. It The event will continue to showcase the latest trends, products, and innovations in the carpet and hard flooring industry, and it will provide an excellent opportunity for businesses to connect and network with potential partners and customers. It will be interesting to see what new sustainable developments and technologies will be showcased at next exhibition in 2024, and how they will shape the future of the industry.
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Exhibitors from Pakistan.
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A majestic artwork on rug Khyber Weavers at Domotex