Technical Textiles

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

A proactive approach to biocompatibility and microbial testing can support product development and innovation and improve product safety and efficacy. © Hohenstein

13/05/2025 – Regulatory challenges and biocompatibility tests

Regulatory challenges and biocompatibility tests

Medical textiles in the global market

Technological advances and increasing demand for specialised textile applications are driving the growth of the medical textile industry and manufacturers ... Dr. Timo Hammer

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold stand for environmental friendliness and sustainability. © Gunold

12/05/2025 – Certified sustainability

Certified sustainability

Embroidery backings without microplastics

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold are made from biodegradable or recycled materials and offer the right stabilizer for every embroidery ... By Sibylle Michel

The “SL smart” weft straightener is adapted to the toughest working conditions and requires only minimal maintenance. © Pleva

09/05/2025 – Quality assurance of refined fabrics

Quality assurance of refined fabrics

Precise weft straightener sought - and found

High-quality fabric is essential for any finisher who wants to ensure consistent quality and resource efficiency. A particularly important quality criterion ... By Sibylle Michel

The Schneider Group has worked side by side with local communities, teaching them how to manage vicunas in a sustainable way. © Schneider Group

07/05/2025 – Fine Fibre Sector

Fine Fibre Sector

Schneider Group’s Superfine Argentinian Vicuna sets a world record

The Schneider Group announces a significant development in the fine fibre sector: 18 years of patience, research and dedication have given life to the ... By Jasmin Deschner

Kevin Devlin in front of the new Brückner stenter frame. © Brückner

02/05/2025 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

William Clark & Sons invests in finishing plant from Brückner

William Clark & Sons, the world’s last remaining producer of beetled linen fabric, has relocated its production to a new site and invested in a modern ... By Sibylle Michel

An exceptionally large number of new exhibitors have already registered for Techtextil and Texprocess 2026. © Jean-Luc Valentin / Messe Frankfurt

30/04/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Strong response: Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 are well booked

High registration numbers with many new exhibitors herald a strong Techtextil and Texprocess 2026. From 21 to 24 April 2026, international suppliers present ... By Sibylle Michel