Bring Your Machines Into the Future
SITM-developed electronics replace legacy Karl Mayer & LIBA controls, with modern HMI, full connectivity and significant productivity gains.
Made in FranceA universal electronic retrofit platform for warp knitting machines.
SITM NEXT is our proprietary retrofit platform developed for LIBA and Karl Mayer machines. It replaces obsolete electronics with a modern, scalable architecture built around Schneider Electric components and SITM software. From let-off systems to full machine control, SITM NEXT extends the life of your machines while improving reliability, productivity and ease of maintenance.
Extend your Karl Mayer & Liba machine lifetime by 15 years or more.
Replacing a textile machine is a major investment. Retrofitting its electronics delivers most of the benefits — at a fraction of the cost — while preserving the robust mechanics you already trust.
Keep the mechanics. Upgrade the intelligence.
One universal platform.
SITM NEXT adapts to your machines — from standard configurations to the most complex special applications.
What we retrofit.
Let-off system
Precise yarn control with electronic let-off technology.
Take-down system
Adjust the stitch density of your fabric
Electronic guide bar control
High-precision movements and programmable patterns.
Weft insertion features
EMS, ERS, weft carriers, chains, we have solutions for each machines
Touchscreen HMI
User-friendly interface, multilingual support, and scalable architecture.
Schneider Electric
Modern motors and drives for higher efficiency.
Remote support
Worldwide diagnostics and fast technical assistance.
Custom integrations
Tailor-made adaptations for special machine layouts.
Built in-house. Supported for the long run.
Our retrofit kits are engineered, manufactured and supported by SITM — guaranteeing spare parts availability and software updates for decades to come.
We accompany our customers from installation to production.
Our commitment doesn't end with delivery. SITM teams handle installation, operator training, and commissioning to ensure your machine is back in production quickly and reliably.
Ready to modernize your machines?
Contact our engineering team for a technical evaluation of your machines and discover the best retrofit solution for your production.