Shima Seiki, a leading computerised knitting machine manufacturer will be showcasing its latest seam free ‘wholegarment knitting technology’ in the ‘Meet the Manufacturer’ exhibition beginning in London on May 25.

On display will be Shima Seiki’s flagship MACH2XS WholeGarment knitting machine that features the company’s original SlideNeedle on four needle beds as well as its patented spring loaded full time sinker system. It can knit high quality knitwear with very high efficiency while minimising dependence upon labour intensive sewing and linking.

Also on display will be the latest version of Shima Seiki’s SDS-ONE APEX3 3D design system. APEX3 provides comprehensive support throughout the apparel supply chain, integrating production into efficient workflow from yarn development, product planning, design, production and sales promotion. Photo-realistic simulation capability allows virtual sampling to minimise costly time and resource consuming sample making while enhancing presentation quality.

The two-day ‘Meet the Manufacturer’ is a trade show and sourcing event displaying British manufacturing of clothing, textiles and leather goods. It features clothing manufacturers, textile mills, makers of leather goods and suppliers to the UK apparel and textile industries.