Technical Textiles

MeshUP is used for the structure generation of weaving patterns and looping diagrams that transform them to structural meshes, on which mechanical properties can be computed. © Fraunhofer ITWM

30/04/2021 – Series: Realistic simulation of technical textiles – Part 1

Series: Realistic simulation of technical textiles – Part 1

Fraunhofer ITWM: Generating structures with MeshUp

Simulation methods for efficient prediction of textile behavior under stretching, shear, bending, torsion, or compression. by Annika Dreßler By Editorial staff

When it comes to the whole process, traditional systems use about 52 liters of water for a pair of pants, while Officina+39’s cutting-edge technology employs only 12.5 liters, resulting in Aqualess Mission reducing 75 per cent of the water use in denim and garment laundry processes. © Officina+39

27/04/2021 – Sustainability – SDG 6

Sustainability – SDG 6

Officina+39: Aqualess Mission – on a mission to reduce the use of water

Innovative technology by Officina+39 significantly reduces water consumption in denim and garment washing. By Editorial staff

Goals 12, 13 – “Responsible consumption and production” and “Climate action” from the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) © CHT

27/04/2021 – Sustainability – Circular Economy

Sustainability – Circular Economy

CHT: The first fabric softener based on recycled silicone

With Tubingal Rise the CHT Group is supporting the SDGs of the UN and underlining its own commitment to sustainability. by Annabel Edel, CHT Group By Editorial staff

Streetart on the beach! © Karl Mayer Gruppe

26/04/2021 – Bathing fun – yay!

Bathing fun – yay!

Karl Mayer: Warp knitted terry fabric with digital prints

The terry cloth product creates vibrant accents with lively motifs in bright colours at the swimming pool, at the beach or in the bathroom. By Editorial staff

Monforts Vice-President Klaus Heinrichs is to retire at the end of May 2021. © Monforts

23/04/2021 – Almost 30 years with the company

Almost 30 years with the company

Monforts says goodbye to Klaus Heinrichs

After almost 30 years with the company, Monforts Vice-President Klaus Heinrichs is to retire at the end of May. By Editorial staff

Despite the pandemic, there is every reason to be cheerful as technical textiles are bearers of hope and drivers of innovation and sales. Pictured: Smart Textiles, Techtextil 2019. © Messe Frankfurt/Pietro Sutera

23/04/2021 – Techtextil/Texprocess

Techtextil/Texprocess

More light than darkness

The textile industry is one of the most innovative sectors. Techtextil/Texprocess in May would have shown this once again. by Michael Jänecke By Editorial staff

The implementation of higher added value, well-paid job opportunities and the associated socio-cultural upswing will create a huge market for European services and products on the African continent. © Jeanette Dietl/stock.adobe.com

22/04/2021 – Special: Africa

Special: Africa

Ethiopia – A great opportunity for Germany’s textile industry

Despite its many challenges, Ethiopia offers a wealth of opportunity. An article by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Markus Michael and Franziska Lehmann, Texulting. ... By Editorial staff