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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

Ocean Safe/CHT

Next-gen biodegradable polyester

The partnership between Ocean Safe and CHT highlights a shared dedication to promote sustainable practices in the textile industry. This collaboration assists companies in meeting their sustainability objectives and drives positive change by providing innovative solutions ... By Christine Heywood

A paper published in ACS Applied Materials Interfaces details the effectiveness and describes the protocol for future testing. © Ascend Performance Materials

26/10/2021

SARS-CoV-2 inactivated by nylon fabric

Scientists have found that a nylon fabric embedded with zinc ions successfully inactivates 99% of the viruses that cause Covid-19 and the common flu. By Editorial staff

The exhibition floor was busting with activity and anticipation at the prospect of new business. © Index

26/10/2021 – Optimism for the future

Optimism for the future

Index20 closes with a clear message

Index20 opened its doors after an 18 month’ wait from 19 to 22 October 2021, delighted to welcome the nonwoven industry back to Geneva with open arms. By Editorial staff

Kornit Digital commits to saving 4.3 trillion liters of water, 17.2 billion kilograms of greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing overproduction in the fashion industry by 1.1 billion items by 2026. © Kornit

21/10/2021 – ESG goals

ESG goals

Kornit Digital commits to saving 4.3 Trillion Liters of Water by 2026

Kornit Digital Ltd., a worldwide market leader in digital textile production technologies, released its 2020 Impact and Environmental, Social, and Governance ... By Editorial staff

Feraru Dynamics has integrated a vibration measurement system into a glove for protection against damage such as HAVS. © Feraru Dynamics

19/10/2021 – Project Bionic

Project Bionic

Sensor technology and AI for smart workwear

With the EU research project “Bionic”, concepts for a lightweight, wearable system for daily work routines are being devised and tested. By Editorial staff

H.B. Fuller, one of the world’s leading adhesives suppliers, is showcasing at Index in Geneva, 19-22 October 2021, how its next generation technologies and solutions can reduce the overall ecological footprint and support manufacturer’s overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and regulatory goals. © H.B. Fuller

18/10/2021 – Imagine Greener, Discover Cleaner, Deliver Leaner

Imagine Greener, Discover Cleaner, Deliver Leaner

H.B. Fuller at Index 2021

H.B. Fuller presents new adhesives at Index 2021, 19-22 October 2022, to support hygiene manufacturers’ efforts in driving sustainability. By Sibylle Michel

Mindd Bra has developped a forming and supporting bra without an irritating underwire. © Mindd Bra

15/10/2021 – Inclusive and eco-friendly

Inclusive and eco-friendly

High Tech Shapewear by Cifra

Italy based knitter Cifra has developed a new generation of shapewear that offers unique solutions in terms of performance, fit and comfort. By Editorial staff

Launched in April 2021, the Kornit Atlas MAX printer is breaking new grounds for print production facilities around the world. © Kornit Digital

12/10/2020 – Advertisement

Five Good Reasons to Expand into DTG Printing

No matter if your business is screen printing, dye sublimation, or even commercial print, you’ve surely been impacted by commerce migrating to the internet, ... By Editorial staff