Technical Textiles

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The AirPro Air Permeability Tester can be used to measure the resistance of the flow of air trough products. © James Heal

 
09/03/2022 – Quality control

Quality control

James Heal goes direct in Germany

James Heal, who are celebrating their 150th anniversary in 2022, will bring two new products in their Performance Testing range to the German market. By  Sibylle Michel
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With SwapKnit, Karl Mayer offers their costumers a new, fast and flexible way to purchase lappings for the HKS 3-M ON online in order to then be able to change them at the machine directly in a few seconds only. © Karl Mayer

 
08/03/2022 – Warp knitting

Warp knitting

Patterning from the cloud

Karl Mayer’s first Smart Machine function revolutionizes the way of guide bar control. Pattern changes are possible in a matter of seconds trough online ... By  Sibylle Michel
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EnkaGrid MAX C is part of the Enka Solutions range for civil engineering applications. © Freudenberg

 
02/03/2022 – Textile construction

Textile construction

New geogrid composite saves up installation time

Freudenberg Performance Materials presents a new geogrid composite. Aimed at increasing the efficiency of construction projects, the product consists ... By  Sibylle Michel
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Ecodown Fibers are setting a new standard in their category and are designed to provide superior loft, warmth and recovery, thanks to the unique multi-shape structure. © Thermore

 
24/02/2022 – Outdoor clothing

Outdoor clothing

Fiber fillings for insulation in clothing

Thermore’s Ecodown Fibers Genius fiber solution is the next step towards a true down alternative. By  Sibylle Michel
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Soon, mart textiles could become part of everyday life during sports: Fitness wristbands can be supplied with power via the body’s own heat. © Jo Panuwat D/stock.adobe.com

 
21/02/2022 – Smart textiles

Smart textiles

Power generation via body warmth

Researchers at Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology in Jena, Germany, are developing a self-sufficient energy supply based on textiles. By  Sibylle Michel
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The 57th edition of Filo will take place from 23 to 24 February 2022 in MiCo – Milan, via Gattamelata 5. © Filo

 
16/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Preview on the 57th edition of Filo

The 57th edition of Filo will take place next week at MiCo – Milano Convention Center from February 23–24, 2022. What is in store for the visitors? By  Editorial staff
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Bringing customers, partners, and industry peers together for yet another inspiring networking and educational experience, the second installment of Mimaki’s popular event will feature 3-days of webinars and interactive virtual sessions under the theme ‘Technology Innovations’. © Mimaki

 
16/02/2022 – Printing industry

Printing industry

Mimaki’s ‘Global Innovation Days’ to unveil new products

Mimaki will host its second ‘Global Innovation Days’ from March 2 to 4, 2022, a virtual event featuring webinars and interactive virtual sessions. By  Sibylle Michel