Rabatex expects to expand its global presence in ITME 2022

Rabatex Group was incepted in the year 1962 and the company offers advanced computerised Sectional warping machines, Single end sample warping machines, Single end sizing machines, Speciality warping creels with electronic controls, Precision tensioner, Material handling – Storage equipment for various industry, Customised tailor made machinery for technical textile. Haresh Panchal, Director, Rabatex Industries, discusses about the existing offerings and what Rabatex will be exhibiting at ITME 2022 in India.

How is the Indian market growth in 2022-23? Which are the product segments which did well for the company?

Current Indian Market scenario, the textile industry had a upward surge. The investment opportunities were quite high as compared to the previous financial year – thanks to GOI’s Made in INDIA initiative and different state and central incentive schemes. The year 2022-23 was a great year for Fabric Sampling Solution Equipment having domestic and overseas remarkable installations.

As a prelude to ITME, a glimpse into the RABATEX ’s growth Journey, when did you start exporting and how has been the growth over the decades? Some important milestones over the decades in your export journey? Currently what percentage of sales comes from domestic and exports?

It is a good sign that the percentage of exports is growing YOY and the customers worldwide are accepting RABATEX  as a brand to look upon for their Warp Preparatory Machinery needs. The first overseas export commenced in the year 1992 and the company has no looking back and come a long way from there to establish its presence in more than 36 countries. 

Recently in USA, Turkey, Indonesia supplied a complete turnkey project for fabric solution machinery and in Canada has supplied warp preparatory solution. Currently exports sales contribute to more than 28% of total revenue.

What is the purpose of your participation at ITME 2022 and what are your expectations from the show?

The main purpose for RABATEX to participate in ITME is to showcase our R & D capabilities and our new products        and innovations on the global platform. Not to mention, our expectations from ITME is to reach out and expand our presence in the global market as a Indian – Global player.

What is the product range you will showcase at ITME 2022 at Noida?

At RABATEX the theme for the year 2022-2023 is Innovation in all warp preparatory, fabric sampling solution and material handling & storage equipment combined with Automation & Digitalisation. Industry 4.0 is the core of the all the technologies we offer. We would be showcasing the latest developments from RABATEX which are the result of exclusive research and development works. RABATEX has expanded its product portfolio and will continue to do so in the years to come too. The new products to be displayed will go a long way to take the textile industry to the next level .

ITME is normally a platform to showcase the next level of manufacturing technology, setting the trend for the future. What can we expect from RABATEX in terms of the next level of Warp Preparation & Fabric Sample Solution technology?

Undoubtedly yes. RABATEX is working towards becoming the technology leader and is more focused towards R&D in recent times. This is evident from the products we deliver. Industry 4.0 is the core of all the technologies we are offering to take the textile industry to next level. RABATEX will cater to the advanced technology requirements for all the segments of the warp preparation.

Industry 4.0 has become the most discussed topic in recent times. What does Industry 4.0 mean for the Warp Preparation & Fabric Sample Solution segment? Are RABATEX machinesis ready for ‘Industry 4.0?

At RABATEX Industry 4.0 is the core of all our developments.  All our latest model machines are Industry 4.0 compliance.

 With over 6 decades of leadership in Warp Preparation and an established global presence, what is RABATEX’s vision for the future? What would you like RABATEX to be in 2030?

Customer satisfaction is our core mission and our products and services will be built around. Like today, we look forward to stay abreast in technology by delivering quality deliverable to our customers. Maintaining the leadership position in domestic market being the key focus, RABATEX would emerge a global player of greater volume in the years to come and capture a considerable share of the global market too.

What Kind of new opportunity are you looking to tap in the market?

To emerge as a global player who can fit best with its quality and economical features.

How is your company preparing to tap sustainability and digitalisation

Having  valuable feedback from end user, Rabatex with its continuous R & D activity always excels for user friendly product with maximum product life span makes it most sustainable and that is  a reason of success since last 60 years.Digitalization / modernization of products eliminates chances of manual error and make error free product.