A major industrial auction featuring equipment from Schoeller Textiles AG, a well-established Swiss textile manufacturer, is set to attract global attention as 75 lots of textile finishing, dyeing, and auxiliary machinery become available to international buyers.
The auction, taking place in Sevelen, Switzerland, presents a rare opportunity for textile manufacturers, investors, and machinery traders to acquire high-quality European equipment spanning more than four decades of production technology—from 1980 through 2023.
A Comprehensive Portfolio of Textile Processing Equipment
The auction catalogue includes a wide range of machinery covering key stages of textile finishing and dyeing operations. Among the headline items are:
- A 2012 Benninger / Kusters high-speed continuous pre-washing line, designed for wide fabric processing, with a starting price of €100,000
- Multiple Fong’s ECO series tubular dyeing machines, known for their energy-efficient and high-performance dyeing capabilities
- A 2019 Noseda autoclave dyeing system, offering advanced processing control
- Several Then AFT series rope dyeing installations, widely used in textile wet processing
These machines reflect proven European engineering and are suitable for both large-scale industrial production and specialized textile applications.
Strong Presence of Finishing and Stenter Technologies
In addition to dyeing systems, the auction features advanced finishing equipment, including:
- A 2004 Monforts Montex stenter line, recognized globally for precision fabric finishing
- A 2017 Monforts stenter system, representing more recent innovations in thermal processing
- A Santex continuous drying tunnel, supporting efficient post-dyeing operations
- A Sperotto Rimar complete washing line, designed for solvent-based processing
These assets highlight the auction’s relevance for manufacturers seeking to upgrade finishing capabilities or expand production lines.
Supporting Equipment and Auxiliary Systems
Beyond core machinery, the auction also includes a wide selection of auxiliary equipment essential for textile operations, such as:
- Chemical dosing systems and industrial pumps from brands like Yamada and Wilden
Fabric inspection, winding, and packaging machines - Conveyor systems and handling equipment
- Specialized processing machines including polishing and tumbling units
This comprehensive offering enables buyers to source not only primary production machinery but also the supporting infrastructure required for efficient plant operations.
A Strategic Opportunity for Textile Manufacturers
From an industry perspective, this auction comes at a time when many textile producers are seeking cost-effective ways to modernize operations while maintaining flexibility in investment.
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Acquiring second-hand European machinery—particularly from reputable manufacturers such as Monforts, Benninger, Fong’s, and Santex—offers a practical pathway to access advanced technology at significantly reduced capital expenditure.
For manufacturers in emerging markets across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, such opportunities can play a critical role in enhancing competitiveness and production efficiency.
Editorial Insight from Kohan Textile Journal
At Kohan Textile Journal, we view industrial auctions of this scale as more than asset sales—they represent a redistribution of technological capacity within the global textile industry.
As production dynamics shift and companies adapt to new market realities, access to reliable, high-performance machinery remains a key factor in sustaining growth.
The Schoeller Textiles auction stands out as a significant event, offering both immediate operational value and long-term strategic potential for buyers worldwide.
