First SANTACOMPACT RD PLUS Installation in India
At the recent exhibition, Santex Rimar AG reaffirmed its global leadership in dry finishing technology through strong visitor engagement, new innovations, and a landmark installation in India. Speaking about the company’s experience and the future outlook, Mr. Stephan Waldispuehl, Sales Director, highlighted the company’s commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and technology-driven finishing solutions—an approach that continues to resonate strongly in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Strong Market Response and Growing Demand Across Asia
Reflecting on the show, Mr. Waldispuehl expressed satisfaction with the diverse and high-quality interactions. “We had very good talks, very good visits from all over Southeast Asia, and we are very confident for all of these discussions,” he said. The exhibition validated Santex’s expectations, confirming the region’s growing appetite for advanced dry finishing systems and sustainable processing technologies.
Santex’s strong presence in Asia is supported by a robust network, including Santex Rimar India, service teams in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia. “This is a clear sign of the importance of the Indian market,” he noted. The company’s investment in local service infrastructure ensures timely customer support and seamless operations—key differentiators in today’s competitive textile landscape.
Technology Leadership in Dry Finishing
Santex Rimar AG remains the undisputed leader in dry finishing machinery, offering the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of dewatering, drying, and compacting solutions. Its dryers are renowned for their efficiency, supported by the company’s pioneering energy-saving chambers, introduced several years ago. These patented chambers deliver significant energy reductions while simultaneously increasing production capacity.
“Our focus at the booth is sustainability,” Mr. Waldispuehl emphasized. “Energy consumption is very important—the energy input required to get dried fabric at the output. And here, we are the leading company.” As energy concerns rise globally, Santex’s innovations provide mills with measurable operational benefits and long-term cost savings.
Introducing the SANTACOMPACT RD PLUS: A New Benchmark in Compacting
Among the company’s most anticipated developments is the SANTACOMPACT RD, its three-felt belt compacting machine designed for superior finishing quality and maximum efficiency. Continuing this advancement, Santex introduced the SANTACOMPACT RD PLUS, positioned as a high-performance compacting solution for modern textile mills.
The RD PLUS is engineered with an innovative design and precision componentry that offers:
- Higher productivity
- Reliable, consistent performance
- Energy-efficient operation
- Outstanding compacting results
The first installation of the SANTACOMPACT RD PLUS has been successfully completed at Khanna Industries in India, marking a major milestone for Santex in one of its most strategic markets.
This installation demonstrates the RD PLUS’s capability to redefine efficiency and streamline finishing processes, underscoring the trust leading Indian mills place in Santex’s technology.
A Complete Dry Finishing Portfolio—All from One Source
One of Santex’s greatest strengths is its ability to deliver the entire dry finishing range. “To have all the solutions out of one hand is always an advantage,” Mr. Waldispuehl pointed out. Beyond the machines themselves, Santex provides complete process technology and technical service expertise, ensuring customers receive integrated and optimised finishing solutions.
The company’s focus on high performance, sustainability, and ease of operation has earned it a reputation for reliability—particularly important following two challenging years for the global textile industry. Despite the uncertainties, Santex remains optimistic. “We are confident for the future,” he said.
With a strong market presence, committed regional service teams, and a powerful new generation of compacting technology, Santex Rimar AG continues to shape the future of textile dry finishing. The installation of the SANTACOMPACT RD PLUS at Khanna Industries sets a new standard for efficiency and performance in India, reaffirming Santex’s role as a trusted partner for mills seeking sustainable and technologically advanced solutions.
As global demand for energy-efficient finishing grows, Santex’s innovation-led approach positions it at the forefront of the industry—delivering value, reliability, and performance to textile manufacturers worldwide.