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The textile network issue 2/2025 has been published!

In our latest issue, we use practical examples to show how AI, CAD and smart software are changing the textile industry. Also in focus: modern textile finishing – from innovative textile printing and new coatings to personalised design. Get your copy now and stay informed ... By Sibylle Michel

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We are currently conducting a reader survey in order to further develop our range of services and tailor our content even better to your interests. We are looking forward to your participation! By Editorial staff

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Review of the industry - week 18/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Daniel Keienburg

Picture gallery

Our highlights from Fespa 2025

textile network was at the Fespa Global Print Expo in Berlin and captured exciting impressions of the trade fair in pictures. Discover our highlights from Fespa in our picture gallery. By Sibylle Michel

Volker Schuster, Director of Research and Development at Outlast. © Outlast

14/05/2025 – Thermoregulation

Thermoregulation

Outlast improves effusivity for enhanced cooling

With its innovative technology, Outlast Technologies GmbH achieves impressive values for the so-called effusivity value of textiles. By Sibylle Michel

In today’s fast-moving markets, durability, comfort and sustainability aren’t trade-offs: each is essential and all must work hand-in-hand. © Archroma

14/05/2025 – Textile finishing for functional apparel

Textile finishing for functional apparel

Engineered for every active pursuit

Rising consumer expectations are driving global demand for performance and outdoor wear, pushing mills and brands to adopt new strategies to stay competitive. ... By Editorial staff

The Board of Directors of Inda and Edana met to continue progress toward a vision of broad collaboration. © Edana

14/05/2025 – Alliance

Alliance

Inda and Edana propose the Global Nonwovens Alliance

The Board of Directors of Inda and Edana met to continue progress toward a vision of broad collaboration for the benefit of the industry detailed in a ... By Editorial staff

A proactive approach to biocompatibility and microbial testing can support product development and innovation and improve product safety and efficacy. © Hohenstein

13/05/2025 – Regulatory challenges and biocompatibility tests

Regulatory challenges and biocompatibility tests

Medical textiles in the global market

Technological advances and increasing demand for specialised textile applications are driving the growth of the medical textile industry and manufacturers ... Dr. Timo Hammer

13/05/2025 – Nonwovens

Nonwovens

Freudenberg unveils innovative fine denier spunbond nonwovens

The unique fine filament nonwoven technology from Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is made from a wide variety of polymers and blends using ... By Jasmin Deschner

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold stand for environmental friendliness and sustainability. © Gunold

12/05/2025 – Certified sustainability

Certified sustainability

Embroidery backings without microplastics

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold are made from biodegradable or recycled materials and offer the right stabilizer for every embroidery ... By Sibylle Michel

International market leaders and rising start-ups will showcase the latest products and developments in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), that impressively merge safety and efficiency with sustainability. © A+A

12/05/2025 – A+A 2025

A+A 2025

Experiencing innovations, sharing knowledge, shaping the future!

Under the leading theme “People Matter” Düsseldorf will again become the meeting point for the international expert community for the future of work from ... By Sibylle Michel