Equipment manufacturer emtec Electronic will present its latest innovation at ITMA, which aims to take haptic testing of textiles and nonwovens to the ...
11/05/2023 – Spinning & textile finishing
Spinning & textile finishing
High cost pressure due to dramatically rising energy costs and the steadily increasing importance of in-house environmental and climate protection are ...

The dangers of PFAS have long been known. Now the issue has moved into broader public focus. © Ralf Gantzhorn
02/05/2023 – Sustainability
Sustainability
PFAS, or per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, were once considered miraculous for their ability to make products water-repellent, non-stick, and ...
19/04/2023 – Textile finishing
Textile finishing
Formaldehyde, an organic chemical compound that makes fabrics crease-resistant and durable, is often used in the textile industry. However, the substance ...

“We are excited to offer our personal care customers these innovative products by BTSR and Mesdan,” said Werner Hopstaken, global director, personal care at The Lycra Company. © The Lycra Company
17/04/2023 – Index 23
Index 23
The Lycra Company is showcasing its latest fiber advancements for personal care and hygiene products at Index 23. This event is recognized as the foremost ...

A wafer-thin, flexible polymer film is making spontaneous communication between humans and computers possible. PhD students Sipontina Croce and Sebastian Gratz-Kelly are conducting research into textiles that incorporate these smart elastomeric films. © Oliver Dietze
12/04/2023 – Research
Research
When we want to communicate with a computer, we usually press buttons or keys. That restricts how we communicate in virtual environments.