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Techtextil: Iprotex

ORW technology to produce multi-axial fabrics

The Open Reed Weave (ORW) technology makes it possible to feed additional threads into the weaving process using special thread guides. By Sibylle Michel

Textile finishing

Innovation in moisture management technologies accelerates

Innovation in moisture management technologies accelerates as consumers demand greater functionality from performance apparel. By Editorial staff

Sustainable Apparel Forum

Accelerate apparel sustainability in Post-Covid

Policy makers, industry leaders, brands’ representatives and fashion campaigners gathered in Dhaka to accelerate momentum of sustainability in Bangladesh’s ... By Editorial staff

Texprocess: Assyst

One step ahead with 3D simulation

At this year’s Texprocess, Assyst will be represented with a small communications stand so they can once again meet their costumers in person. By Sibylle Michel

Topics

Digital Issue 01/2022

Discover our new section in our first issue of the year: Under “Innovations” we will from now on present the latest products and technologies on the market! In addition, we cover where the trend in textile and digital printing is heading, what makes good and sustainable cotton and what new developments there are in medical textiles. Learn about the impact that Covid-19 and the supply chain disruptions are having on the U.S. textile sector, and what opportunities, as well as risks, Artificial Intelligence offers to the industry. textile network wishes you an enjoyable read!

Groz-Beckert develops, produces and sells machine needles, precision parts, fine tools and systems for the textile industry. © Groz-Beckert

25/03/2022 – Needle and sinker for staple fiber

Needle and sinker for staple fiber

Cost savings loop by loop

Knitting staple fibers comes with its own challenges. Groz-Beckert has the solution: needles and sinkers with the suffix SF. By Sibylle Michel

Dr Frank Wendler from TITK tests the Cell Solution Bioactive staple fiber. © TITK/Steffen Beikirch

24/03/2022 – Cellulose fibers

Cellulose fibers

Lyocell fiber with permanent antiviral protection

The research institute TITK has succeeded in modifying the cellulose fiber Cell Solution Bioactive, which now also has a very reliable antiviral effect. By Sibylle Michel

The Smart Touch display enables easy operation of the TCO 21. © Trützschler

24/03/2022 – Spinning

Spinning

The next-generation comber machine

With the state-of-the-art comber machine TCO 21, Trützschler further expands its position as a full-range supplier in spinning preparation. By Sibylle Michel

The Lycra Company is a global leader in developing innovative fiber and technology solutions for the textile and apparel industry. © The Lycra Company

24/03/2022 – Lawsuit

Lawsuit

Settlement in latest patent infringement cases

The Lycra Company announced a settlement related to its ongoing global efforts to protect its intellectual property (IP), including patents and trademarks, ... By Editorial staff

ITMA is on track to occupy 12 halls of the Fiera Milano Rho exhibition complex. © ITMA

24/03/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

ITMA 2023: application expectations greatly exceeded

More than 93% of the exhibition space at ITMA 2023, June 8–14, 2023, has been sold by the application deadline of 15 March 2022. By Editorial staff

Agricultural waste streams © Fashion for Good

23/03/2022 – Sustainability

Sustainability

The next generation of materials from waste

The latest project of Fashion for Good, a platform for sustainable fashion innovation, transforms agricultural waste into textile fibres. By Editorial staff

The organisers of the fairs have decided to adjust the spring shows by combining the Spring and Autumn Editions of Intertextile Apparel and Yarn Expo. © Messe Frankfurt/Gu Ji

23/03/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Intertextile and Yarn Expo spring show dates to be adjusted

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition and Yarn Expo Spring will be merged with the Autumn Editions of the shows: August 29 – 31, 2022. By Editorial staff