Technical Textile Production Equipment Market

Technical Textile Production Equipment Market Size

The global technical textile production equipment market was estimated at USD 9.6 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 17 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2025 to 2034. The market is witnessing robust growth due to growing applications in various industries and adoption of novel & high-performance textile materials. The advancements in fiber technology such as aramid fiber, carbon fiber, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber has increased the scope of utilization of technical textiles in various applications.

The increasing demand for high-performance textiles for use in automotive, construction, healthcare, defense, and agriculture sectors are a key factor driving the demand for technical textile production equipment. These industries require textiles that offer durability, flame resistance, high tensile strength, and biocompatibility. This necessitates an elevated level of investment in machinery that can fabricate such materials. The automation of processes, and implementation of digital control systems are reforming textile manufacturing, increasing automation, efficiency, accuracy, and customization.

There is a rise in the production of eco-friendly and recyclable textiles due to sustainability concerns, which demand advanced equipment. Increased need for geotextiles and construction-related fabrics due to global infrastructure development, especially in emerging economies, is also fostering the equipment demand. Additionally, government policies promoting investment in innovation in the textile sectors are accelerating investment in technical textiles equipment thus having a positive impact on their production.

High initial investment cost is a significant challenge in the market due to increased cost of advanced technologies, requirement of maintenance and skilled labor, as well as specialized needs and customization. The technical textiles manufacturing requires advanced machinery equipped with sophisticated technologies such as automation, precision control systems, and other intricate functionalities, that further add to its investment. Moreover, several applications such as automotive, medical, and defense industries require devices tailored to specific material attributes or engineered products. As a result, many manufacturers find it difficult to adapt to technological advancements, thus limiting the market growth.

Technical Textile Production Equipment Market Trends

• The market for production equipment for technical textiles is shifting rapidly due to advancement in technology, Industry 4.0, an emphasis on sustainability, and evolving market requirements. The use of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and automation in textile machinery further enhance the product performance. Innovations in smart textiles support real time monitoring, predictive and preventative maintenance, and streamlined production, all of which cut costs and errors. Moreover, the increased production of smart textiles, integrated sensors and conductive fibers creates demand for specialized production equipment.
  
• The development in the automotive industry creates demand for technical textiles, which require lightweight components made from advanced plastics for interiors, safety systems, and athletic components. Moreover, other industrial uses such as geotextiles and construction also fuel market growth.
  

Technical Textile Production Equipment Market Analysis

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Based on machine type, the market is segmented into extrusion machine, spinning machine, knitting machine, weaving machine, nonwoven machinery, coating machine, laminating machine, composite and bonding equipment, and others. The spinning machine segment reached USD 2.4 billion in 2024.

• The technical textile production equipment market is dominated by spinning machines, as they play a significant role in transforming raw fibers into sophisticated yarns for various technical textile applications. These technical textiles used in automotive, medical, construction, and defense industries require specialized yarns that possess high strength, fire, and moisture resistance, and durability. Spinning machines can provide these characteristics by managing the blending of fibers, twisting, and superseding specific fineness levels with precision.
  
• There is a growing need for advanced fibers such as aramid, carbon, glass, and high tenacity polyester, requiring specialized spinning machines. Manufacturers often prioritize investment in spinning machinery as quality of the yarn directly impacts the quality of the final textile. Thus, the growing demand for spinning machine is driven by innovation, versatility and foundational role in textile production.

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Based on the process type, the technical textile production equipment market is segmented into woven, knitted, nonwoven, composite and others. The woven segment dominated 61.2% of the market share in 2024, due to various characteristics of woven fabrics such as mechanical strength, structural integrity and versatility in high-performance applications.

• Woven textiles feature various properties such as high tensile strength, durability, and dimensional stability, that enable them to be used in high-performance applications such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and defense. For instance, manufacturing seatbelts, airbags, geotextiles, industrial filters, and ballistic protection gear require woven technical textiles.
  
• Woven textiles are highly customizable, that include weave patterns and fiber orientation, which helps engineers to design fabric properties for various tailored uses. The material strength, broad application range, and adaptability to several applications, drives the woven segment growth in the market.

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Asia Pacific emerged as the dominant region, generating a substantial revenue of USD 3.6 billion, accounting for more than 37% market share in 2024.

• The technical textile production equipment market in the Asia Pacific region is experiencing significant development due to the expanding industrial landscape, technological advancements and strategic government initiatives. China contributes to the market growth due to the improved infrastructure, cost-effective labor, and investments in automation and digitalization in the textile industry.
  
• The market expansion in India is driven by government initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme and the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) focused on innovation and production expansion in technical textiles. Moreover, other countries such as Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and Bangladesh are also contributing to the region’s technological advancement and export growth, fueling the market growth.
  

Technical Textile Production Equipment Market Shares

• The top companies in the technical textile production equipment industry include, and they collectively hold a share of 25-30% in the market. These prominent players are proactively involved in strategic endeavors, such as mergers & acquisitions, facility expansions & collaborations, to expand their product portfolios, extend their reach to a broader customer base, and strengthen their market position.
  

Technical Textile Production Equipment Market Companies

Major players operating in the technical textile production equipment industry are:

• Andritz
• BRÜCKNER
• Dilo Group
• Graute GmbH
• Itema SpA
• KARL MAYER
• Kawanoe Zoki Co Ltd
• Kusters Calico
• Reifenhäuser Reicofil
• Santex Rimar Group
• SINCILON
• Stäubli International AG
• Trützschler Group SE
• UMPESL
• Voith GmbH & Co. KGaA

Stäubli focuses on weaving preparation technologies, including drawing-in systems, dobby and Jacquard weaving machines. The company serves the fashion and technical textile industries. Stäubli’s business operations are divided into four divisions: textile, robotics, fluid connectors, and electrical connectors. It operates in 28 countries and is known for precision engineering and innovative solutions.

Dilo Group is a leading manufacturer of complete production lines for nonwoven fabrics. With installations in over 50 countries, Dilo Group has expanded its operations globally. The company offers a full range of nonwoven equipment and provides fiber preparation systems, carding lines, crosslappers, needlelooms, and drafting units. The company is known for providing integrated systems for various markets including automotive, hygiene, medical, and industrial textiles.

 Technical Textile Production Equipment Industry News

• In April 2025, KARL MAYER announced the exhibition of its innovative solutions for warp knitting and warp preparation for the technical textiles industry at Techtextil North America.
  
• In October 2024, Itema acquired Schoch, a producer and supplier of accessories for textile machines, such as reeds, drop wires and other components.
  
• In July 2024, Stäubli launched its TF30 weaving machine at Techtextil-Frankfurt. The TF30 machine enables weaving mills to produce technical fabrics in various industries such as medical, transportation, aerospace, and other industries.
  

The technical textile production equipment market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Billion) (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Machine Type

• Extrusion machine
• Spinning machine
• Knitting machine
• Weaving machine
• Nonwoven machinery
• Coating machine
• Laminating machine
• Composite and bonding equipment
• Others

Market, By Process Type

• Woven
• Knitted
• Nonwoven
• Composite
• Others

Market, By Application

• Automotive Textiles
• Construction Textiles
• Medical Textiles
• Sports Textiles
• Industrial Textiles
• Agro Textiles
• Protective Textiles
• Others

Market, By Distribution Channel

• Direct sales
• Indirect sales

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico 
• MEA
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa