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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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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

From left: Mr. Zixin ZHANG, CCFA; Mr. Dinesh J. Dhankani, Liberty Group; Ms. Shan HUA, Director, Chinese Textiles Economy Research Center, CNTAC; Mr. Changjin SHAO, Xinxiang Chemical Fiber; Mr. Xinwei CHEN, CCFA; Mr. Yudong JI, Xinxiang Chemical Fiber; Mr. Yueting XIE, Xinxiang Chemical Fiber and President of the Bailu New Materials Institute. © Canopy/Bailu

16/05/2025 – Sustainable Textile Production

Sustainable Textile Production

Bailu to explore new pathways for circular production

Bailu Group (Xinxiang Chemical Fiber Co.) has launched a small-scale pilot production line for Next Gen viscose fibre at its new BylurRecel facility. ... By Editorial staff

The natural nonwoven wall panelling ensures a good and healthy indoor climate. © Norafin

16/05/2025 – Sustainable nonwovens

Sustainable nonwovens

Biological printing material shimmers in brilliant colours

Products made from sustainable materials are in vogue. The German nonwovens manufacturer Norafin recognised the signs of the times more than 20 years ... By Sibylle Michel

Fibres are spread into thin tapes using the “UD 700” fibre spreading machine, fed to the “COP MAX 5” multiaxial warp knitting machine at constant tension in a two-stage process and consolidated into high-quality fabrics by means of stitch-bonding. © Karl Mayer

15/05/2025 – Textile protection applications

Textile protection applications

Lightweight material for a difficult task

In view of the many different conflict situations worldwide, the need for personal protective equipment for security forces is increasing. By Jasmin Deschner

Caviscreen shows innovative hotmelt screen printing technology. © Cavitec

15/05/2025 – Innovative screen coating system

Innovative screen coating system

High precision in coating and laminating

Cavitec stands for high-end machines for coating, laminating, impregnation. The Swiss firm, part of Santex Rimar Group, redesigned Caviscreen, now featuring ... By Editorial staff

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