Fashion
From Fiber to Fashion Icon
High durability, vibrant colors, and long-lasting quality.
The Experts in Custom Fashion Solutions
Your product is unique – so is our yarn.
No standard goods – just textile precision: from luxurious natural fiber blends to high-tech yarns with specialized functions.
Fashion thrives on innovation – and it all starts with yarn. ZKS develops tailor-made yarn solutions, precisely aligned with your designs and technical requirements.
Our specialty? Turning fibers into statement pieces. Whether it's a soft touch, extreme durability, or smart functionality – we don’t spin fairy tales, we spin yarns that seamlessly merge design and technology.
Yarn Connects. Quality Convinces.
The ZKS Quality Promise
Quality isn’t just a promise – it’s our standard. Six principles ensure consistently superior yarn quality, reliable deliveries, and personalized service that truly delivers.
Production Processes & Raw Materials
Fashion Starts with the Fiber
From fiber to yarn – at ZKS, the entire value chain is in our hands. We combine precise spinning technologies with state-of-the-art dyeing techniques to deliver yarn solutions that excel both technically and visually.
With traditional worsted spinning processes and our patented TRIWITEX® and SLEEWITEX® technologies, we optimize fiber properties for maximum performance. Premium natural fibers like wool and silk meet functional synthetics and, if desired, sustainable recycled materials – processed on state-of-the-art machinery operated by highly skilled specialists with years of experience.
Because precision isn’t just about technology – it’s about the expertise of the people who operate it.
Dyeing, Finishing, Enhancing? We Do It Ourselves!
Comprehensive process control ensures top quality, color accuracy, and textile precision—with no fluctuations, no compromises. This guarantees that every yarn meets the exact standards that define a premium product.
Weaving Yarns
Technology
- Single yarns
- Double-twist yarns – stable and elastic
- Siro yarns – stable and elastic
- Core-spun yarns – stable and elastic
- Traditional and compact spinning
Weaving Yarns
Yarn Counts
- Nm 15/2 to Nm 120/2
Examples
- Nm 70/2 and 80/2 52PES/43WV/5EL Siro
- Nm 80/2 55PES/45WV Siro
- Nm 80/2 100WV
- Nm 72/2 76WV/19PA/5EL Siro
- Nm 72/2 87WV/8PA/5EL Core
Weaving Yarns
Raw Materials
- Wool
- Polyester
- Recycled Polyester
- PTT
- Polyamide
- Biodegradable Polyamide
- Viscose
- Elastane
Weaving Yarns
Finishing
Pretreatment
Dyeing
Nearly all fiber types using all common dyeing processes for tops and yarn.
Finishing for Tops and Yarn
Antibacterial, antistatic, soft touch, etc.
Knitting Yarns
Technology
- Single yarns and double-twist yarns
- Stable and elastic core-spun yarns
- Traditional and compact spinning
Knitting Yarns
Yarn Counts
Flat Knitting
- Nm 12/2 to Nm 70/2
Examples
- Nm 28/2, 32/2, 44/2, and 48/2 100WV
Circular Knitting
- Nm 20/1 to Nm 100/1
Examples
- Nm 40/1, 48/1, and Nm 70/1 100WV
- Nm 40/1 and 48/1 80WV/20PA
Knitting Yarns
Raw Materials
- Wool
- Acrylic
- Polyester
- Recycled Polyester
- Polyamide
- Biodegradable Polyamide
- Viscose
Knitting Yarns
Finishing
Pretreatment
Superwash, Total Easy Care, chlorine-free treatment for wool components.
Dyeing
Nearly all fiber types using all common dyeing processes for tops and yarns.
Finishing for Tops and Yarns
Antibacterial, antistatic, soft touch, etc.
Patented Innovation That Connects
With our TRIWITEX® and SLEEWITEX® technologies, we bring the best of both worlds together: breathable like wool, durable like synthetics. High-performance yarns that redefine textile boundaries – and make your collections truly unique.
Custom Product Development
Perfection from Fiber to Yarn
At ZKS, innovation doesn’t happen by chance – it’s the result of expertise, experience, and technical precision. That’s why we don’t just produce your yarn; we work alongside you from material selection and product development to industrial manufacturing.
Together, we define the ideal fiber properties for your requirements, test innovative material combinations, and bring your vision to life with perfection.
Whether it’s specialty fibers, groundbreaking blends, or extreme performance demands – we spin the yarn that matches your vision.
From the first idea to full-scale production – textile innovation starts here.
Safety & Quality
Trust Is Good. Control Is Better.
Consistent quality doesn’t start with the final inspection – it begins with precise planning. At ZKS, every production order is carefully prepared by experienced specialists: test runs, production approvals, and precise machine settings ensure that the yarn meets the desired specifications from the very start.
Our experts know every machine inside and out, adjusting them with precision to guarantee that fineness, strength, and uniformity align perfectly with your requirements. This wealth of experience makes all the difference – because premium quality isn’t a coincidence, but the result of well-planned processes.
In addition to ongoing production monitoring, we rely on cutting-edge testing technologies to ensure every yarn meets the highest technical and visual standards. Our comprehensive quality management system oversees the entire manufacturing process – from raw material inspection to final approval.
Our certifications, including GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and RWS (Responsible Wool Standard), ensure the highest safety, environmental, and material standards. For our customers, this means: reliable material properties, verified sustainability, and consistent quality that directly enhances the value of the final products.
A Partnership That Pays Off
More Value. More Quality. More Success.
With our European production sites and premium raw materials, we provide the foundation for high-quality fashion with a clear proof of origin – a crucial advantage in a market that increasingly prioritizes transparency and sustainability.
Product Enhancement
Certified raw materials and production facilities in Germany and the Czech Republic increase the selling prices and margins of end products.
Access to ZKS Innovation Experts
Customers and partners gain access to our innovations, patents, and experts in research, product development, and manufacturing.
Transparency & Traceability
The entire value chain is transparently traceable and backed by certifications.
Process Reliability
Consistent quality and availability thanks to established processes, state-of-the-art machinery, and experienced personnel.
Maximum Compliance
All suppliers and process steps are monitored and controlled under strict compliance guidelines. We are ISO 9001 certified.
Future Security
ZKS is part of Berlin-based Peppermint Holding, with over 700 employees and approximately €95 million in revenue.
Our Team
Where All Threads Come Together.
Our team of textile experts is dedicated to making your project a success. Your success is our motivation.
Matthias Schulz
Head of Sales
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