Barmag, a supplier of machinery for man-made fiber production, plans to strengthen its engagement with Bangladesh's textile industry and will show a range of energy-efficient spinning, texturing and digital production systems at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026 in Shanghai. The company's intentions and product lineup were set out by André Wissenberg, Vice President and Head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at Barmag GmbH & Co. KG.
Barmag's portfolio spans filament spinning, texturing, BCF and staple fiber systems, nonwovens solutions, polycondensation and extrusion systems with their key components, automation and digital solutions, and high-precision gear metering pumps for the textile industry and other sectors including automotive, chemical and paint.
Global machinery sector under pressure
Wissenberg said the global textile machinery industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with manufacturers facing rising energy costs, sustainability requirements, labor shortages and the need to stay competitive in highly dynamic markets. At the same time, demand for high-quality man-made fibers continues to create opportunities, he said, particularly in advanced polyester and polyamide production, recycled materials, technical textiles and increasingly automated manufacturing.
He added that Barmag's focus is not simply on supplying individual machines but on helping customers optimize entire production processes, combining advanced machinery, automation, digitalization and process expertise to improve productivity, product quality and overall operating economics.
Energy efficiency against supply reality
Addressing Bangladesh's energy challenges, Wissenberg said Barmag develops solutions that reduce specific energy consumption, raise production efficiency and minimize waste. The eFK EvoSmart texturing machine, he said, combines advanced heater technology with intelligent godet control to cut specific energy consumption by up to 25%, depending on configuration and operating conditions. The new POY 2.0 spinning concept, whose redesigned spinning beam can reduce energy consumption by up to 10%, addresses resource efficiency across the production process, while improvements in process control and yarn quality help reduce waste, he noted.
Wissenberg said the atmos.io platform provides production data and process transparency, helping manufacturers identify inefficiencies and make better-informed operational decisions. He cautioned, however, that energy-efficient machinery cannot compensate for an interrupted gas supply or an unreliable electricity grid; its value lies in using available energy more efficiently and lowering energy costs per kilogram of yarn when production conditions allow.
Shanghai showcase
At ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026, scheduled for November 20 to 24, 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, Barmag will present its portfolio across filament spinning, texturing, staple fibers, nonwovens and digital production solutions. Highlights cited by Wissenberg include:
- POY 2.0, a new spinning concept built around the WINGS POY 2.0 winder with a fully automatic string-up function designed to reduce operator intervention, shorten start-up times and minimize waste, alongside a redesigned spinning beam and the EvoQuench 2.0 system.
- eFK EvoSmart, the energy-efficient texturing machine with optimized process control, EvoHeater technology and Smart Godets.
- WINGS FDY FLEX, a flexible winding concept intended for a broad range of yarn types and rapid product changes, including the processing of recycled polyester.
- atmos.io, a platform for connected and transparent yarn production, supporting process control, traceability and operational efficiency.
- The Neumag portfolio, including EvoSteam for staple fiber production, FiberGuard BCF for intelligent monitoring and process control in BCF yarn production, and hycuTEC for advanced nonwoven applications.
Barmag will exhibit at booth D45 in Hall 6.1, Wissenberg said.
Bangladesh market plans
Wissenberg described Bangladesh as an important textile manufacturing country with a strong export-oriented industry and an established position in global textile and apparel supply chains, saying Barmag sees opportunities for advanced man-made fiber technologies as manufacturers seek to improve quality, efficiency and competitiveness. He said the company looks at the entire value chain, from continuous polycondensation, spinning and texturing to final bobbin handling, supporting producers of polyester and polyamide filament yarns as well as relevant staple fiber and technical textile applications.
Acknowledging a challenging market environment of energy supply uncertainty, cost pressures and investment constraints, he said Barmag aims to work closely with customers to identify suitable technological solutions spanning energy efficiency, productivity improvements, automation, digital process optimization and, where appropriate, modernization of existing facilities. Looking ahead, the company wants to strengthen its engagement with Bangladesh's textile industry through closer customer relationships, technical consultation and cooperation with local partners, with the objective of building long-term partnerships rather than simply selling machinery, he added.