Leading flat knitting solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Brazilian representative BRASTEMA TECNOLOGIA TEXTIL LTDA., will exhibit at the Brazilian Textile Industry Fair (FEBRATEX 2026) this month. On display will be a roundup of SHIMA SEIKI computerized flat knitting technology, represented by WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machines, computerized flat knitting machines featuring a brand-new model with high productivity and excellent cost performance, a glove knitting machine and the latest digital solutions. In addition, visitors will be able to explore a wide range of knit samples demonstrating the potential of advanced knitting technology for industries beyond fashion apparel, including technical textiles and industrial applications.
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. N.SVR®183 is a conventional V-bed machine capable of WHOLEGARMENT® knitting in every other needle. In addition, the SWG®091N2 “Mini” machine provides opportunities in WHOLEGARMENT® knitting across a wide range of items in a compact, economical package. The N.SSR® series, SHIMA SEIKI’s global standard in shaped knitting, features a brand-new model, which will be shown for the first time in Brazil at FEBRATEX. The N.SSR®132 features a 52-inch (132 cm) knitting width to accommodate larger sizes, offering the flexibility required for responding to diverse customer and market needs at an economical pricerange, all while maintaining Made-in-Japan SHIMA SEIKI quality and reliability. N.SSR®072 is the new global standard machine that specializes in knitting of jacquard collars. Made-in-Japan quality, reliability, productivity, user-friendliness and cost-performance combine to satisfy high expectations placed by the world’s fashion industry. N.SIR®123SP features a special loop presser bed with inlay capability and is capable of producing unique knit-weave hybrid fabrics as well as technical textiles. The SVR®202 features tandem knitting capability whose twin carriages can be used together for double-system knitting, or used separately for single-system knitting of two identical pieces in tandem. The SFG®-I glove knitting machine rounds out SHIMA SEIKI’s comprehensive knitting machine exhibit.
In addition to machine technology, presentations will be made on SDS® KnitPaint-Online knit software, the proven software used by knitting companies across the globe to create knitting data for programming SHIMA SEIKI computerized flat knitting machines. Also demonstrated will be APEXFiz® subscription design software that supports the creative side of knitting from planning and design to realistic textile simulation and 3D virtual sampling of products. Virtual samples are a digitized version of sample making that are accurate enough to be used effectively as prototypes, replacing physical sampling and consequently reducing time, cost and material that otherwise go to waste. When a design is approved for production, knitting data which is automatically generated can be easily transferred to SDS® KnitPaint-Online for converting into machine data, digitally bridging the gap between design and production. APEXFiz® and SDS® KnitPaint-Online therefore help to realize sustainability while digitally transforming the supply chain.
Exhibition Details
Name: FEBRATEX 2026
Date: Tuesday, 18th – Friday, 21st August 2026
Hours: 2:00PM – 9:00PM
Location: Parque Vila Germanica Rua Alberto Stein, 199 Bairro Velha Blumenau, Santa Catarina, BRAZIL
Organizer: Febratex Group
Booth No.: Sector 01, Booth No. 100, 101, 102, 103
Exhibited Technology
SWG®-XR154 15L WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machine
N.SVR®183 V21G WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machine
SWG®091N2 15G WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machine
N.SIR®123SP V14G Computerized flat knitting machine
N.SSR®132 V7G Computerized flat knitting machine
N.SSR®072 C16G Computerized flat knitting machine
SVR®202 SC12G Computerized flat knitting machine
SFG®-I 10G Automatic seamless glove knitting machine
APEXFiz® 3D design software SDS® KnitPaint-Online Knit software
For more information please contact: BRASTEMA TECNOLOGIA TEXTIL LTDA. Tel: +55-54-3022-7400 Email: luis@brastema.com.br
