Technical Textiles

06/08/2021 – Self-healing with bioceramic

Self-healing with bioceramic

Implants for bone defects

In this research project, scientists look at the use of ceramic hollow filaments as a filling and build-up substance for bone defects. By Sibylle Michel

Industrially produced pineapple fibre is a new, sustainable material for the global fashion industry. © CSI

03/08/2021 – Sustainable feedstock from Bangladesh

Sustainable feedstock from Bangladesh

Industrial pineapple fibre production

Pineapple fibers are a by-product of pineapple farming and have so far ended up in waste. Yet they have enormous potential for use in sustainable fashion. By Sibylle Michel

A new scientific finding now concludes: Cotton is much more climate-friendly than thought. © Cotonea/Klaus Mellenthin

28/07/2021 – Positive carbon footprint

Positive carbon footprint

Cotton better than its reputation

A new finding suggests that cotton could be the path to a climate-friendly textile industry cause cotton binds CO2 more effectively than other crops. By Sibylle Michel

Round woven tubular filters and tapes by Vombaur for demanding filtration processes are used in the chemical industry. © Vombaur

26/07/2021 – Filtration in the chemical industry

Filtration in the chemical industry

Vombaur: Textiles for filtration processes

The tubular filters from Vombaur ensure an even filtration process, a homogeneous filter cake and an optimal filtration result. By Sibylle Michel

Truetzschler presents its broad range of CP products optimized for specific requirements. © Trützschler

23/07/2021 – Latest technologies for disinfectant and wipe applications

Latest technologies for disinfectant and wipe applications

Truetzschler at Anex-Since

At Anex-Since, July 22-24, 2021, in Shanghai, Truetzschler Nonwovens and Truetzschler Card Clothing will present their latest equipment at booth 1J20. By Sibylle Michel

The Oerlikon Nonwoven Meltblown technology offers a cost-efficient solution for the production of high-quality meltblown nonwovens. © Oerlikon

20/07/2021 – Efficient systems for spunbond technology

Efficient systems for spunbond technology

Oerlikon Nonwoven at the Anex-Since

At Anex-Since, July 22–24, 2021, Oerlikon Nonwoven will be showcasing customer-oriented solutions for hygiene, medical and filtration applications. By Sibylle Michel

The current annual report of the Bremen Cotton Exchange is now available in German. The English version will be available from the end of August 2021. © Cotton Australia/Paul Beiboer

19/07/2021 – Exceptional Year 2020

Exceptional Year 2020

Annual Report of the Bremen Cotton Exchange

The annual report 2020 of the Bremen Cotton Exchange is now available in German. The report focuses on the production, trade and processing of cotton. By Sibylle Michel