Brescia in Italy and its surrounding area has always been one of the most important
manufacturing centres for hosiery and sock manufacturing machinery, as well as home to
many internationally renowned producers of socks and hosiery. FIMAST, a leading Italian
show for hosiery and knitting machinery, will welcome its visitors at the Brixia Forum, Fiera di
Brescia from 30 May to 2 June 2018.
The trade show will showcase the latest technological advancements of domestic and
international exhibitors, presenting buyers with ¡°the excellence in the production of socks
throughout the supply chain¡±, according to organisers.
Sandonini, an Italian company that reconditions and upgrades used socks, hosiery and
seamless machines for global markets, will be one of the participants at the show. The
company revealed its ShoeSocks earlier this year. The 3D knitted shoe uppers are made in
one piece and are ready to fit on a form and be attached on any type of sole. “They can be
made in jersey jacquard fabric, terry fabric, mesh knit, net knit, rib knit jacquard, with waist
single and double rib, and with a logo in a different colour,” said owner and CEO, Fiorenzo
Sandonini.
Another company presenting its latest innovations is Manifattura Cant¨´ Egizio, a leading
manufacturer of knitted and woven elastic bands and laces. The company produces silicone
top bands and laces for medical and compression stockings, bands and fabrics for
orthopaedic supports, compression garments and medical devices, and other items.
