Ateks, which focuses on the importance of trust, quality, and continuity in the business world, lays the foundations for a successful business strategy through its contributions to the industry and future goals. Ayşe Tohumcu, the founder of Ateks, who started her career at Groz Beckert, shares the company’s founding story. She explains that while doing an internship at a company, she rented an office to a foreign company and received an offer to collaborate with them, which led her to begin her professional career at Groz Beckert. In 2003, she founded Ateks, and she has since become known within the industry as “İnce Ayşe.”
Ateks company and the services it offers to the industry
Ateks was established on March 17, 2003. The company supplies machines and consumables to the knitting and weaving industries, with a particular focus on the knitwear sector. Ateks offers needle and platinum products under the THM and CNG brands in knitting and hosiery. Additionally, since 2013, the company has been the distributor for PTC in Turkey and the Middle East in the weaving sector. The firm also contributes to the industry with wall-to-wall carpet machines and spare parts.
What sets Ateks apart in the industry
Ateks’ distinction in the industry comes from its long-standing experience and reliable products. Their recognition, particularly in the areas of needles, platinum, and tufting, stands out. Ayşe Tohumcu emphasizes that their company operates on a business approach grounded in stability, quality, and trust.
Product range and areas of use
Ateks contributes to the production of products that people use throughout their lives, from birth to death. The company answers various needs in the textile sector with its wide product range. Their products are involved in the production of textile materials used in all areas of daily life.
Short, medium, and Long-Term Goals
Tohumcu says that Ateks’ goals are to further promote their brands and serve more companies. The company’s strategy is to strengthen its position in the industry and reach a broader customer base.
2025 goals and expectations
Ateks’ goal for 2025 is to build closer relationships with the companies they already work with and to stay ahead of the curve by following innovative solutions, thus contributing to the development of those companies. Ayşe Tohumcu emphasizes the importance of keeping up with innovations in the sector and continuous development.
The future of the textile ındustry and the company strategy
Tohumcu predicts that the textile industry will face a challenging period worldwide. However, she believes that the importance of quality products and meeting deadlines will be recognized once again. The company will continue to prioritize quality while adapting to the changes in the industry.
Message to young people: knowledge, effort, and experience are ımportant
Ayşe Tohumcu encourages young people to be eager to learn about work and to reinforce the knowledge they gain in school with real-world experience. “Knowledge comes first, money follows,” she says, stressing that it is important for young people to put in continuous effort and gain experience. She acknowledges that difficult times are ahead for the industry but assures that the textile sector will never disappear.
