The world’s greatest denim mills already know how to save money, produce quality fabrics, achieve the highest weaving efficiency like never before.

The Itema R9500EVOdenim features breakthrough devices and enhanced skills that put Itema one step ahead in the field of denim, guaranteeing an unrivalled competitive advantage in the market to denim mills running the Itema denim-dedicated machine thanks to tangible benefits ensured by advanced innovations.

ECO-EFFICIENCY
1 iSaver by Itemalab®

The one-of-a-kind mechatronic device capable to completely eliminate the waste selvedge on the left-hand side of the fabric. Significant costs savings, reduced raw materials and resources waste, contributing to a sustainable denim weaving

2 ENERGY SAVING

The optimization of the machine main mechanical components and lubrication system allows a considerable energy consumption reduction. Substantial Cost Savings

3 UNIQUE TAPE HOOK SYSTEM

The optimized tape-hook system provides the remarkable benefit of significantly extending components’ lifetime. The new Itema tapes developed by Lamiflex, an Itema Group company specializing in composite materials, feature an innovative configuration with a triple layer of carbon fiber. Maximum Components Reliability

TEXTILE MASTERY
4 SK EVO ULTRALIGHT RAPIERS

Specially designed to meet specific indigo fabric needs, the SK EVO UltraLight rapiers’ revolutionary design ensures their reduced dimensions and maximum lightness. Streamlined and lightweight, the SK EVO UltraLight Rapiers provide high-precision grip and guarantee superior textile performances. The SK EVO UltraLight left-hand rapier has been further optimized to ensure an optimal weft clamping and an ideal treatment of the warp yarns thus leading to no warp stops. Furthermore, some core parts have been optimized to ensure maximum reliability. Superior Textile Performances Maximum Fabric Quality Excellent Textile Versatility

5 ITEMA SHED GEOMETRY

The worldwide recognized as best-in-class Itema Shed Geometry takes here a further step towards perfect fabric quality. In fact, the smallest shed opening in the market ensures unsurpassed denim quality, hand-feel and appearance. Unmatched Fabric Quality and Textile Versatility

PERFORMANCE
6 iCARE® by Itemalab®

iCARE® is a future oriented system which - thanks to an advanced sensors mechanism - monitors in real-time the state of health of the Itema tapes and sprocket wheels suggesting possible interventions through the machine latest generation console. iCARE® provides the valuable advantage to fully control machine’s operations even when running at the highest speeds. Extended Components Lifetime Preventive Maintenance Solution

7 EVOConsole

The latest generation EVOConsole features a 15.6” wide touch, full glass, capacitive display. The EVOConsole offers wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and is prepared for data analysys and IoT functionalities. Full Machine Control Enhanced User-Experience

8 helloItema Customer Portal

HelloItema, the new Itema customer portal allows you to:

  • quickly open a new ticket for any service request you may have
  • access data and updated documents related to the installed machineries through multiple devices, including the EVOConsole
  • navigate in a completely redesigned marketplace to easily, quickly, and effectively purchase OEM spare parts
.. And much more! Direct Communication Channel with Itema Effective Management of the Weaving Machines during the Full Life Cycle

EASY WEAVING
9 NEW FRONT COVER WITH INTEGRATED PUSHBUTTONS PANELS

The front cover has been completely redesigned to enhance ergonomics for weavers. Pushbuttons panels are now integrated into the cover and are easy to reach from different parts of the machine’s front frame. Total control of the machine functioning Optimized user-experience

10 ERGONOMIC RAPIER OPENER

Allowing the weaver to carry out the necessary set-up operations in just a few, quick moves and without the need of additional tools. Easy Set-Up Operations