Cleckheaton-based international carding specialist Garnett Wire has launched a new service division offering support to the local textile industry.

It provides companies with the chance to buy in expertise to install and maintain their carding machinery.

The firm has more than 150 years' experience working in the carding industry.

Garnett Wire director Richard Goodall said: "We are delighted to be able to turn our resources and expertise to providing invaluable support for the local textile industry.

"Companies constantly working against the pressure of extremely tight production schedules need quality service they can rely on."