Xetma Vollenweider GmbH

Manufacturer

Saxony / Germany

Textile Finishing Machinery Manufacturer Germany | Surface

Finishing Solutions

Xetma Vollenweider GmbH is a German-Swiss textile machinery manufacturer specializing in raising machines, shearing machines, emerizing equipment, brushing systems, fabric cleaning machines, and carpet finishing technologies. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in Aue-Bad Schlema, Germany, the company is recognized as the world's oldest manufacturer of textile surface finishing machinery.

With more than 175 years of engineering expertise, Xetma Vollenweider combines German engineering and Swiss precision to deliver advanced mechanical finishing solutions for apparel textiles, home textiles, technical textiles, and carpet manufacturers worldwide. The company operates under the concept of "Swiss Made in Germany", integrating German manufacturing quality with Swiss textile engineering traditions.

Unlike general textile machinery manufacturers, Xetma focuses exclusively on mechanical surface finishing technologies, making it one of the world's leading specialists in textile surface modification and value-added finishing processes.

Textile Machinery Portfolio

Its core machinery categories include:

Raising machines
Shearing machines
Emerizing machines
Brushing machines
Sueding systems
Fabric cleaning machines
Carpet shearing machines
Carpet finishing equipment
Embroidery thread cutting machines
Surface finishing systems

The company also provides:

Customized finishing solutions
Process optimization
Machine modernization
Technical support
Pilot testing services
Automation integration

Surface Finishing Expertise

Xetma is internationally recognized for its expertise in textile surface finishing technologies.

Its machinery supports processing of:

Knitted fabrics
Woven fabrics
Fleece fabrics
Denim fabrics
Wool fabrics
Upholstery fabrics
Technical textiles
Carpets and floor coverings

Its technologies are designed for:

Surface softening
Fleece generation
Surface leveling
Pile control
Surface cleaning
Texture enhancement

These technologies enable textile manufacturers to achieve premium fabric hand feel, improved appearance, and enhanced product value.

Technology Portfolio

Xetma organizes its technologies into several specialized product platforms:

Soft Touch® — Emerizing and brushing technologies
Plush Touch® — Raising technologies
Even Touch® — Shearing technologies
Clean Touch® — Fabric cleaning technologies
Level Touch® — Carpet shearing and finishing technologies

These technologies are widely used in premium apparel fabrics, fleece products, home textiles, and technical textile applications.

Sustainability and Resource Efficiency

Sustainability is a core component of Xetma's engineering philosophy.

Its technologies focus on:

Lower energy consumption
Reduced fiber loss
Higher productivity
Longer machine service life
Process optimization
Improved material utilization

Modern drive systems and energy recovery technologies further improve production efficiency while reducing operational costs.

Global Market Presence

Xetma Vollenweider supplies textile finishing machinery to manufacturers across Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East through a global sales and service network. Its machinery is widely used by apparel manufacturers, home textile producers, and carpet manufacturers worldwide.