Technical Textiles

smartMelamine fleece as filling material: The nonflammable fibres produced on a patented basis in an overall for use under arctic conditions. © TITK

04/12/2019 – Closing the gap and avoiding the ‘valley of death’

Closing the gap and avoiding the ‘valley of death’

Focus on Rudolstadt: OMPG

Most of the sixteen German textile research institutes formed research and production companies some years ago. By Editorial staff

The automatic mounting of components on textiles is a crucial aspect: FSD technology is paving the way. © TITV Greiz

29/11/2019 – Closing the gap and avoiding the ‘valley of death’

Closing the gap and avoiding the ‘valley of death’

Imbut GmbH, Greiz

Most of the sixteen German textile research institutes formed research and production companies some years ago. This time, the focus is on Greiz. By Editorial staff

Participants in the Materials and Product development hands-on session had the opportunity to hold material samples (such as gloves etc.). © Wear It Berlin/Michael Wittig, Berlin

28/11/2019 – Top 10 – innovations 2019

Top 10 – innovations 2019

“We want to take you to Mars!”

Several new technotextile developments hit the headlines during this year of big trade fairs. One of our Top 10 developments is a spacesuit. By Editorial staff

Sports bra: Example for a new and efficient textile production © ITA

27/11/2019 – Top 10 – innovations 2019

Top 10 – innovations 2019

Efficient Textile Production

Several new technotextile developments hit the headlines during this year of big trade fairs. One of our Top 10 developments is from sportswear. By Editorial staff

Ambient Lighting – Demonstrator Light Textiles © ITA

26/11/2019 – Top 10 – innovations 2019

Top 10 – innovations 2019

High-“Lights”

Several new technotextile developments hit the headlines during this year of big trade fairs. One of our Top 10 developments is an illuminated textile. By Editorial staff

A removable textile joint helps to reduce material waste whilst improving draping quality. © ITA/RWTH

22/11/2019 – Top 10 – Innovations 2019

Top 10 – Innovations 2019

Force-controlled preform-draping

Several new technotextile developments hit the headlines during this year of big trade fairs. One of our Top 10 developments is a new technology. By Editorial staff

Like other Lenzing fibers, Veocel Specialty Viscose fibers are originated from wood and certified as clean and safe. They are ideal for nonwoven applications ranging from wipes to sanitary products and diapers. © Lenzing

22/11/2019 – Commitment to sustainable viscose

Commitment to sustainable viscose

Veocel introduces Eco Care technology

Veocel introduces Eco Care technology to reinforce commitment to sustainable viscose. By Editorial staff