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Supporting high-quality flat knitting simulations.
SHIMA SEIKI's SDS-ONE APEX3 can be used to design flat knitting patterns including structure patterns, intarsia patterns and jacquard patterns. It can also perform realistic simulation of yarn such as mohair yarn, slub yarn and shiny yarn, taking into account plating, number of thread take-ups and counts. It also improves production efficiency with a database of more than 1,000 structure patterns, which are linked with the KnitCAD software for SHIMA SEIKI knitting machines. SDS-ONE APEX3 offers comprehensive support for each stage in the flat knitting supply chain, from knit planning, pattern design and colorway evaluation to production and even sales promotion. It is an optimal design system for all types of knit production, for knit manufacturers, planning companies, OEM and ODM manufacturers, trade firms, yarn traders, interior designers and sundry manufacturers.
User-Friendly Interface
SDS-ONE APEX3’s interface consists of a pressure-sensitive cordless pen and digitizer tablet as well as a trackball unit with duplicate keys for often-used functions. This user-friendly setup allows the simultaneous use of both hands for maximum productivity.
Work Menu / Assistant Menu
Easy-to-understand guidelines with photos and illustrations, Customizable workflow sequences and detailed help menu allow beginners and professionals alike to take full advantage of SDS-ONE APEX3.
Color Management System (CMS) (Optional)
An on-board color management system provides uniform color space environment from scanner input to display monitor and printer output. Color management is possible for Adobe RGB and sRGB color space.
Output Format
BMP/GIF/JPG/PCT/PDF/PNG/PSD/TIF, etc. Some attributes may not be output correctly.
Users' Site
SHIMA SEIKI users are privy to the latest information available on the SHIMA SEIKI Users' Site via the Internet. The knit sample archive featuring years of accumulated SHIMA SEIKI know-how, maintenance videos and training material are all available online.
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Networking
As a communication tool, SDS-ONE APEX3 ties together various areas of the apparel industry for real-time communication throughout the supply chain. What used to take days for presentations can now be confirmed in minutes. Quick-response production is also possible, even at remote factory locations around the globe.
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After-Sales Support
As market trends and customer needs vary on a daily basis, SHIMA SEIKI likewise updates its software continuously. SDS-ONE APEX3 also contains a foolproof system which provides automatic backup of work data just in case. Should more serious trouble occur, our worldwide technical support network provides professional service and parts inventory for hassle-free repairs.
