November 13, 2026
Picanol to present its new AirOne airjet weaving machine on the Indian subcontinent
INDIA ITME 2026, which will take place from December 4 to 9, 2026, at the India Exposition Mart Ltd (IEML) in Greater Noida (Delhi), is the largest textile exhibition of its kind in India. As India is one of the most prominent textile hubs in in the world, this event represents the ideal platform for Picanol to showcase its latest breakthrough innovations. Picanol will be exhibiting at Booth E10 in Hall 15, where three high-tech airjet weaving machines will be on display. The spotlight will undoubtedly be on the two AirOne weaving machines, one of which will be equipped with SmartShed, marking the world premiere of this innovative solution.
"Together with my team, I'm particularly excited and proud that we have the opportunity to bring two of the new AirOne airjet machines to the stage here in India. This once again reflects Picanol's recognition of India's growing importance and the key role it is playing in shaping the future of the textile industry, both in the region and globally. We are convinced that AirOne successfully responds to the latest trends we are observing in the industry. Following several months of extensive testing at customer sites, AirOne has already proven its ability to deliver high performance, outstanding energy efficiency, and the lowest total cost of ownership on the market," explains Mr. Kasiviswanathan Palanisamy, Director of Picanol India.
Whether your focus is on airjet or rapier weaving, or are looking to accelerate your digital transformation, Picanol's wide range of solutions is designed to help you stay ahead. Visitors to the exhibition will also get a first look at AI-powered applications within the PicConnect platform, which is Picanol's centralized digital ecosystem that integrates all digital tools and services into one intuitive interface.
Details regarding the Picanol weaving machines that will be on display at INDIA ITMA 2026:
AirOne-4-E 190 Poplin
The AirOne Crank execution delivers high performance, outstanding energy efficiency, and the most competitive pick on the market.
Warp:
- Cv Ne 30/1
- Density: 68 ends/inch
- Drawing in width: 65.5 inches
Weft:
- Cv Ne 30/1
- Density: 56 picks/inch
Highlighted features: • Crank shed angle adjustment system • AirStream • Prewinder Switch-Off (PSO) • Crank automatic central lubrication system • WeavePilot • EcoBoost • EcoWeft
Standard: • AirStream • EcoBoost • EcoWeft • WeavePilot • SUMO drive concept • Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus) • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • Climate monitoring • PicConnect-enabled
AirOne-4-D 190 Poplin
The AirOne SmartShed Pro execution combines the highest production speed, low energy consumption, and the freedom to weave more than just plain weave fabrics.
Warp:
- Cv Ne 40/1
- Density: 108 ends/inch
- Drawing in width: 74 inches
Weft:
- Pes/El 220 den
- Density: 58 picks/inch
Highlighted features: • SmartShed Pro • EcoBoost • EcoWeft • Twinjet • BlueTouch display • WeavePilot • Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus)
Standard: • AirStream • EcoBoost • EcoWeft • WeavePilot • SUMO drive concept • Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus) • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • Climate monitoring • PicConnect-enabled
OmniPlus-i Connect-4-R 230 Denim
Performance, sustainability, and digitalization are integrated into one machine. Ready to weave denim with confidence.
Warp:
- Cv Ne 40/2
- Density: 96 ends/inch
- Drawing in width: 86.4 inches
Weft:
- Co Ne 20 + Pes/El 150/40 den
- Density: 100 picks/inch
Highlighted features: • SUMO drive concept • BlueBox electronic platform • Elsy Pro • Pick Repair Automation (PRA II Plus) • AirMaster • Blue prewinders • Fully electronic pressure settings
Standard: • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • SUMO drive concept
• Climate monitoring • PicConnect-enabled
Monitor package: • Access control • OptiStyle • Raw material use
Smart savings package: • Power monitoring • AirMaster with integrated air consumption meter
• Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus)
Automation package: • Pick Repair Automation (PRA II Plus) • Prewinder Switch-Off (PSO)
• AutoSpeed • Harness frame stroke measurement & Shed simulation
Live demonstrations of PicConnect’s unique functionalities
PicConnect is Picanol's digital platform, which offers a wide range of features, from industrial IoT to service-related applications to optimize your machines and help you efficiently manage your weave room.
