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Knitted 3D-Products

Interior

SPACE DIVISION & ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS

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POINTS / Bene

Knitting enables the creation of perfectly crafted products for an almost limitless range of interior applications. Acoustic panels and room dividers combine aesthetic appeal with functionality in a unique way. High-quality knitted surfaces offer design options in individual colors and textures, creating an engaging tactile and visual experience that enhances spaces both visually and acoustically.

They improve room acoustics, offer privacy and sun protection, and adapt flexibly to a variety of applications – from offices with a residential feel to showrooms and hotels. Integrated manufacturing ensures efficient production, while cushioning without additional foam reduces material usage and offers sustainable benefits. In this way, these solutions unite design, functionality, and efficiency at the highest level.

Office lounge with sound-absorbing 3D knitted wall panels creating a quiet retreat zone – POINTS system by BeneOffice lounge with sound-absorbing 3D knitted wall panels creating a quiet retreat zone – POINTS system by BeneClose-up of a green 3D knitted textile surface with integrated filling structure for acoustic interior elements

Mobility

AUTOMOTIVE SOLUTIONS

Knitted solutions redefine mobility across a wide range of applications, from strollers to aviation seating. High-performance textiles combine strength, breathability, and adjustable elasticity, enabling lightweight and adaptive structures. Function is integrated directly into the knit, delivering load-bearing capacity, comfort, and targeted cushioning without additional components.

Advanced 3D-knitting allows seamless production with minimal waste, supporting efficient and sustainable manufacturing. Material and structural variations create new possibilities for ergonomic design and acoustic performance, while offering extensive freedom in color and texture.

In automotive applications, these capabilities enable next-generation seating and interior components. Freestanding knitted structures replace conventional foam systems, significantly reducing weight while improving comfort and adaptability. From seat covers to interior elements, solutions are tailored to meet demanding performance, safety, and design requirements, supporting innovation across the mobility sector.

Visualisation of a complete car interior with 3D knitted seat covers, door trims and armrests with embedded functionsClose-up of a shape-knitted automotive textile: one yarn, varied patterns and breathable structures for function and designDriver seat and centre console with seamless 3D knitted surfaces and targeted cushioning without additional componentsCar seat with a 3D knitted cover as foam substitute, tailored to demanding performance, safety and design requirementsClose-up of a shape-knitted ventilation structure with functional zones knitted directly into the fabric

Contract

OFFICE CHAIRS

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IN / Wilkhahn

Knitted textiles for furniture deliver creativity, durability, and precision with minimal waste. Kobleder partners with leading designers and brands to develop innovative seating, lounge, and contract solutions. Functionality is embedded in the fabric: structural integrity, flexibility, and load-adapted performance are achieved through knit construction and careful material selection.

Seamless covers in virtually any shape, ready for assembly, reduce production steps and additional components. Combined with metal frames, molded elements, or wooden shells, the textiles create lightweight, resilient, and highly adaptable furniture. Solutions work equally well in residential and contract interiors, with enhanced performance and durability prioritized for professional environments.

Wilkhahn IN office chair with a seamless red knitted cover, ready for installation without additional componentsRolled seamless knitted polyester seat covers with load-adapted zones – structural integrity and flexibility in the fabricTask chair backrest with a foam-free shape-knitted cover on a lightweight frame – sustainable contract furnitureEdge detail of a shape-knitted cover: one yarn, contrasting colours and structures, also available in flame-retardant PES

Consumer Goods

EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS

With seamless shape knitting, entire components are produced in a single piece. This eliminates weak points such as seams or stitches, while flexible zones provide ergonomic support and adaptability, resulting in robust, durable, and high-quality products suitable for a variety of everyday uses.

The environmentally friendly knitting process generates minimal waste and removes the need for cutting or sewing, ensuring consistent quality across the product range. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified materials offer elasticity, tear and abrasion resistance, low moisture absorption, and easy care, making these products ideal for bags, accessories, wearable items, and lifestyle products.

Smartwatch with a green shape-knitted strap, produced seamlessly in a single pieceTwo seamless knitted watch straps without weak points, with flexible zones for an ergonomic fit3D knitted watch straps in custom colours – robust, durable, OEKO-TEX® certified products for everyday useBlue and purple bottle sling, net-shape 3D knitted – stretchy, no cutting or sewing, minimal wasteRib detail of a 3D knitted bottle sling: tear and abrasion resistant, low moisture absorption, easy careCrossbody bottle carrier, 3D knitted in one piece for comfort and long-lasting durability in everyday useQuinny stroller with a lightweight 3D knitted cover in recycled polyester on a carbon fibre frame, made for outdoor useDetail of a red 3D knitted stroller mesh with embedded straps and hooks for reduced mounting effortStroller frame with a tensioned 3D knitted seat cover – integrated function and colourfast yarnsNido baby cradle in a bedroom with a seamless 3D knitted cover – free choice of shape, colour and materialRocking cradle combining a metal frame with a 3D knitted cover – minimal material, sustainable product designTop view of a ready-made 3D knitted cradle liner with full shape and embedded functions – fewer assembly stepsDetail of a coral 3D knitted cradle shell, shaped in the knit – full range of materials available

Lights + Lighting

3D KNITTED Light Objects

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FLYING / Made by Hand

Products for light and illumination open up new design possibilities through transparency, refraction, and color. Knitted surfaces become self-illuminating or allow light to pass subtly through the structure. Function is integrated directly into the textile: stability, flexibility, and load-bearing capacity are optimally combined.

3D-knitting enables both individual and serial production without additional sewing or assembly steps. Material and structural combinations create innovative design spaces where light refraction, color, and sound absorption merge. Technical yarns, self-lighting threads, or light-absorbing materials offer creative freedom, while efficient production reduces material use and waste. In this way, our solutions unite precision, functionality, and aesthetics in a sustainable and flexible concept.

FLYING pendant lamp by Made by Hand with a wave-shaped 3D knitted lampshade, frame and function combinedUnderside of a 3D knitted lampshade: light passes subtly through the striped knit structureFLYING pendant lamps with 3D knitted shades – free design in shape and colour, low-waste productionEdge of a 3D knitted lampshade in striped knit, produced without additional sewing or assembly stepsLampshade rim against a dark background – a solution from detail to design performanceHand sketch of a lamp design – Kobleder supports development from first idea to 3D knitted product

Furniture

RESIDENTIAL SEATING

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KATA / Arper

Knitted textiles for home furniture bring warmth, comfort, and individuality to interior living. Kobleder applies its knitting expertise to create seating and lounge solutions that prioritize tactile pleasure, ergonomic support, and an inviting atmosphere. Soft spacer knits and innovative knit constructions adapt seamlessly to metal or wooden frames, achieving softness and comfort entirely without foam padding.

The versatility of fashion-inspired yarns, colors, patterns, and textures allows endless opportunities for personal expression and decorative appeal. Lightweight yet resilient, these textiles integrate directly into the furniture, providing seamless upholstery designed for well-being rather than heavy-duty performance. Ideal for living rooms, private lounges, and intimate seating areas, these solutions transform furniture into cozy, expressive elements of daily life.

KATA lounge chair by Arper with a light 3D knitted cover – warmth, comfort and individuality for interior livingClose-up of dark herringbone 3D knitted upholstery – embedded, foam-free and seamlessArmchair with black 3D knitted upholstery in a living room – fashion-inspired yarns, colours and texturesTwo Arper KATA lounge chairs with seamless 3D knitted upholstery, designed for well-being and relaxed living3D knitted cover pulled over a frame – Soft Spacer knits deliver comfort without foam paddingFitting a 3D knitted backrest cover – fast and easy assembly with no additional sewing stepsFinal fitting of a 3D knitted furniture cover – full support from design and development to ready-made furniture

Safety + Health

KNITTING SAFETY POWER

Spacer fabrics open new possibilities for three-dimensional knitted solutions with impact-absorbing and supportive performance. Through advanced flat knitting, structures can be pre-shaped according to ergonomic requirements, ensuring precise fit and seamless integration. Function is engineered directly into the textile, enabling controlled cushioning, stability, and flexibility tailored to specific applications.

Varying yarns, densities, and pile connections define compression resistance and energy absorption, allowing performance to be precisely adjusted. Knitted components with integrated protection elements offer high levels of comfort, safety, and adaptability. Efficient production reduces additional components and material usage. These solutions address both medical and technical needs, combining protection, wearability, and design flexibility in a highly specialized and evolving field.

Protective helmets with a 3D knitted mesh liner of defined elasticity to absorb impactDetail of a black seamless 3D knitted mesh – no waste, efficient production, ready for assemblyAward-winning ski jackets with an embedded 3D knitted loop spacer absorber for breathable shock absorptionBlue 3D knitted padded spacer for Flybaby with cushioning zones knitted to shapeBlack 3D knitted loop spacer with wave structure for energy absorption – dimension and shape defined by design