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FastSewn at Fespa and Texprocess Americas

On track to disrupt textile-processing

With starting signal on May 6 for Fespa Print Expo in Berlin and Texprocess Americas in Atlanta at the same time, the Danish tech brand FastSewn presented its trend-setting innovations. By Yvonne Heinen-Foudeh

Machine control system

Mayer & Cie.'s new machine control system

The new machine control system “Control 5.0” from Mayer & Cie. makes the company’s circular knitting machines Internet- and knitlink-ready, preparing them for the digital future of textile production. By Jasmin Deschner

Personnel Matter

New leadership for Swiss Textile Machinery Association

The Swiss Textile Machinery Association is the representative body for Switzerland’s providers of textile equipment, systems and services. Its general assembly on May 8 elected experienced industry leaders as president and board members. By Editorial staff

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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 Sibylle Michel

The “FabricMaster” is a robust and reliable system. © Benninger

21/05/2025 – Modern dyeing technology

Modern dyeing technology

How Swiss engineering is redefining textile dyeing

Benninger aims to set new standards for efficiency, quality and precision to textile dyeing processes. The machine manufacturer improves the entire value-added ... By Sibylle Michel

The goal of the collaboration is to develop a new generation of high-quality yarns made from recycled cotton. © RE&UP

20/05/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 20/2025

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

According to the EU, the DPP is intended to promote the circular economy and therefore more sustainable consumption. Philippe Ribera, Vice President Innovation at Lectra, explains the other advantages of the DPP. © Lectra/Canva

20/05/2025 – From design to consumption

From design to consumption

The role of the DPP in the circular economy

From next year, manufacturers of clothing and textiles will have to provide all sustainability-related information on each of their products in the form ... Philippe Ribera, VP Innovation bei Lectra

The newly developed machine park represents a crucial step in B.I.G. Yarns’ growth strategy, ensuring a more energy-efficient, faster, and more flexible production system. © Beaulieu International Group

20/05/2025 – Expansion

Expansion

B.I.G. Yarns strengthens European market position

B.I.G. Yarns, a leading designer and manufacturer of carpet yarns for commercial, automotive, residential, and technical applications, announces a significant ... By Jasmin Deschner

Marie Weedermann (left) and Janine Weigele founded Faibrics at the end of 2024 with the aim of transforming quality control in the textile industry through innovative technologies. © Faibrics

19/05/2025 – AI and Automation

AI and Automation

Intelligent quality assurance for textile seams

With its AI-supported “seamguard” system, Faibrics offers an innovative solution for digitising seam quality in textile production. The Faibrics “seamguard” ... By Sibylle Michel

19/05/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

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 ... 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