A prominent Indian apparel manufacturer, Active Clothing Co has entered into a landmark agreement with a China-based global leader in computerized flat knitting machines, Ningbo Cixing Co to launch India's first ‘Knit To Shape’ Smart Knitting Factory, marking a significant leap forward in the nation's textile innovation.
This futuristic facility aims to revolutionize sweater and knitwear manufacturing in India by integrating cutting-edge technologies. Key features of the ‘Knit To Shape’ factory include advanced 3D seamless knitting, which allows for enhanced design flexibility and garment durability, eliminating the need for traditional cutting and sewing. The factory will also incorporate automation driven by artificial intelligence and precision engineering, leading to high-precision, productivity-boosting production lines.
A core focus of this initiative is sustainability, with a commitment to zero-waste manufacturing processes. By utilizing Cixing's state-of-the-art flat knitting equipment and intelligent design systems, Active Clothing Co will be able to produce high-quality knitwear with minimal material wastage, aligning with global environmental objectives.
Rajesh Kumar Mehra, Managing Director , Active Clothing Co, emphasizes, this collaboration signifies a major milestone for both Active Clothing and the broader Indian apparel industry. The ‘Knit to Shape’ factory represents a shift towards intelligent, sustainable, and future-ready manufacturing, bringing advanced knitting technology to India to reduce waste and enhance design precision, he adds.
The establishment of this smart factory is expected to generate employment, foster skill development, and accelerate India's transition into a global smart garment manufacturing hub. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the Indian government's ‘Make in India’ and sustainability visions, positioning Active Clothing as a trailblazer in smart manufacturing for both domestic and export markets, promising flexibility, faster turnaround times, and sustainable operations.
