textile network

Aluula/Michelin

Sustainable partnership to redefine material innovation

Aluula Composites, a textile manufacturer from the Canadian west coast, and Michelin Inflatable Solutions are at the forefront of a collaboration that will redefine sustainability in materials development. With Michelin´s commitment to a fully sustainable approach and Aluula´s ... By Christine Heywood

Polypropylene geotextile market

Engineering solutions for construction and landscaping

The polypropylene geotextile market plays a pivotal role in the construction and civil engineering sectors, providing essential materials for soil stabilization, erosion control, drainage management, and environmental protection. With the increasing focus on sustainable ... By Christine Heywood

Review of the industry - week 17/2024

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 Sven Ramer

Techtextil 2024

Our impressions from Frankfurt

Techtextil and Texprocess will take place in Frankfurt from 23 to 26 April 2024. The textile network team was on site for two days and had a look around the exhibiting companies. By Susanne Böhm

The patent-pending Lycra Anti-Slip fiber helps maintain garment appearance wash after wash and wear after wear. © Lycra

20/11/2020 – New denim innovation

New denim innovation

Lycra Anti-Slip fiber

A new denim seam slippage solution for applications in single-core spandex fabrics that require durable stretch and good recovery power. By Editorial staff

Today, agriculture accounts for 70 percent of global water use. Global cotton production makes up 3 percent of total agricultural water. © Kayros Studio / Korchmar Petro / stock.adobe.com

23/11/2020 – Irrigation of cotton

Irrigation of cotton

Extra water savings with progressive methods

Precisely adjusted irrigation supports the plant’s development and is able to improve quality and yield considerably. By Sibylle Michel

Autoneum uses only recycled PET bottles to manufacture the carpet yarns. © photka/stock.adobe.com

23/11/2020 – Sustainability in Automotive

Sustainability in Automotive

Autoneum: High-quality tufted carpets made of recycled PET

With Relive-1, Autoneum is launching an innovative tufted carpet that meets the highest requirements of sustainable mobility. By Editorial staff

The Rieter Group concluded a license agreement with WW Systems and will integrate the Brazilian company's promising product into its digital spinning suite Essential. © Rieter

23/11/2020 – Strategic partnership

Strategic partnership

Rieter and WW Systems cooperate

Rieter concluded a license agreement with WW Systems and will integrate the company's promising product into its digital spinning suite Essential. By Editorial staff

23/11/2020 – Transparency within the supply chain

Transparency within the supply chain

13th Hermes Barometer: The use of digital technologies has increased significantly

Communication problems and security concerns are delaying companies’ efforts to implement a transparent supply chain. By Editorial staff

23/11/2020 – How to recycle 5.5 tons of textiles?

How to recycle 5.5 tons of textiles?

Euratex unveils ReHubs

ReHubs is a joint initiative to upcycle textile waste and circular materials all over Europe. By Editorial staff

20/11/2020 – Vidya Award 2020

Vidya Award 2020

Assyst: a tribute to Karl Lagerfeld

“Karl Lagerfeld. A tribute to an icon of the fashion world” was the motto of the Vidya Award 2020. The prizes were awarded in a virtual awards ceremony. By Editorial staff