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With textile finishing emerging as a critical lever for value addition, sustainability, and product differentiation, machinery makers are increasingly focusing on process-driven innovation. In this interview, Rossano Biancalani, Board Member, Biancalani Textile Machinery, <\/strong>shares how Biancalani is strengthening its global footprint through technical expertise, customer-centric support, and advanced finishing solutions tailored to diverse fabric applications. The discussion also highlights the company\u2019s latest Industry 5.0-ready technologies, its long-standing presence in India, and its roadmap for growth in premium finishing and technical textiles, with insights from.<\/p>\n How is Biancalani serving the global textile industry and meeting the needs of diverse markets?<\/strong><\/p>\n Biancalani has been designing and manufacturing textile finishing machinery in Prato, Italy, since 1957. We are a family-owned company, and that identity defines everything we do – from the way we develop our technology to the way we build long-term relationships with our customers worldwide.<\/p>\n Our global presence is built on a network of experienced agents and distributors who combine local market knowledge with deep technical expertise. Area Managers from our headquarters make regular visits to key markets to ensure that our customers receive direct support, not just commercial follow-up. We complement this with active participation in the most important international trade fairs and a consistent presence on digital platforms, where we share technical content and application updates with our audience.<\/p>\n What differentiates us is not simply the machines we make, but the process knowledge we bring with every installation. Our TClab – a dedicated technology division – works directly with customers to develop and validate finishing solutions for specific fabrics and applications, supporting them from the first trial through to full-scale production.<\/p>\n What recent innovations or new technologies has Biancalani developed to stay ahead in the textile machinery sector?<\/strong><\/p>\n Our two flagship innovations represent the two main families of finishing technology we offer.<\/p>\n AIRO\u00ae<\/sup>24 is our continuous open-width tumbler, designed to dry and soften any woven or knitted fabric in a single pass. Its air-based system treats fabric without mechanical tension, delivering the distinctive AIRO Hand – soft, full, and permanent – across a very wide range of fibers and constructions, with high productivity and low energy consumption per meter. AIRO\u00ae<\/sup>24 has obtained the CLIMA Certification and meets the requirements of Industry 5.0, with full PLM system integration for seamless connectivity with the customer’s production management environment.<\/p>\n AQUARIA\u00ae<\/sup> is our continuous open-width system combining preparation, washing, and tumbling in a single machine. It treats any woven or knitted fabric at high speed and in open width, significantly reducing water and energy consumption compared to conventional continuous washing ranges, while delivering a clearly perceptible improvement in the handle and appearance of the finished fabric. Like AIRO\u00ae<\/sup>24, AQUARIA\u00ae<\/sup> has obtained the CLIMA Certification and is fully compliant with Industry 5.0 standards, with PLM system integration available as standard.<\/p>\n Both machines reflect Biancalani’s philosophy: technology that adds measurable value to the fabric, with responsible use of resources.<\/p>\n Can you describe Biancalani’s current operations, presence, and support structure in the Indian market?<\/strong><\/p>\n India is one of our most important and long-standing markets. Our partnership with Bakubhai Ambalal spans over 31 years – a relationship built on trust, technical depth, and shared commitment to the Indian textile industry. Their team combines experienced sales professionals with skilled service technicians who are trained directly by Biancalani and regularly updated on the latest generations of our machines.<\/p>\n A stock of critical spare parts is maintained locally, allowing us to respond quickly to operational needs and minimise downtime for our customers. This is something we consider essential – a machine is only as valuable as the support behind it.<\/p>\n What initiatives is Biancalani taking to strengthen and expand its relationship with Indian textile manufacturers?<\/strong><\/p>\n We invest continuously in the development of our local team through structured on-the-job training programs and regular online technical sessions. These meetings are not simply commercial updates – they address specific operational challenges, share process knowledge, and ensure that our team in India is always equipped to provide the best possible advice to our customers.<\/p>\n We are also actively working to reach new segments of the Indian market. The Indian textile industry covers an extraordinary range of products and processes, and we believe there are many applications – in woven fabrics such as terry towel, in knitted fabrics, technical textiles, and sustainable finishing – where AIRO\u00ae<\/sup>24 and AQUARIA\u00ae<\/sup> can offer real competitive advantages that are not yet fully explored.<\/p>\n What are Biancalani’s key strategic priorities and growth plans globally and specifically in India over the next few years?<\/strong><\/p>\n Globally, our priority is to consolidate our position in the premium finishing segment while expanding into new product categories and markets. We are particularly focused on solutions for both woven and knitted fabrics, sustainable finishing processes, and technical textiles – areas where demand for quality and performance is growing and where our technology has clear advantages.<\/p>\n In India specifically, we see significant potential in the expansion of our installed base in both woven and knitted sectors, and in accompanying Indian manufacturers as they move toward higher value-added production. India’s scale, technical sophistication, and export ambition make it a strategic market for us in the medium and long term.<\/p>\n How is Biancalani incorporating sustainability and digital solutions into its product offerings for global customers?<\/strong><\/p>\n Sustainability is not a feature we add to our machines – it is built into the core design logic. AIRO\u00ae<\/sup>24 and AQUARIA\u00ae<\/sup> both hold the CLIMA Certification, which independently validates their performance in terms of energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. Both machines are also certified for Industry 5.0 compliance, with PLM system integration that allows full connectivity with the customer’s production management infrastructure.<\/p>\n On the process side, our machines are designed to optimise resource consumption at every stage: inverter-controlled motors adjust energy absorption proportionally to actual production needs, while AQUARIA\u00ae<\/sup> achieves high washing efficiency at reduced water volumes through a specifically designed hydraulic circuit.<\/p>\n We see sustainability and digitalisation not as separate agendas but as two aspects of the same goal: helping our customers produce better fabrics more efficiently, with less impact on resources.<\/p>\n The post Rossano Biancalani: We are actively working to reach new segments of the Indian market<\/a> appeared first on Indian Textile Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" With textile finishing emerging as a critical lever for value addition, 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