Technical Textiles

This year’s congress offers 125 specialist presentations over three days, covering a wide array of topics including Biopolymers, Biomaterials, High Performance, New Technologies, and Circular Economy and Recycling. © Österreichisches Faser Institut

04/09/2024 – Fiber conference

Fiber conference

Programme highlights of the 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024

The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 is characterized by the energy transition and presents innovative solutions for the textile industry. The presentations on ... By Sibylle Michel

Tencel’s refreshed branding theme of “Nature. Future. Us”. © Lenzing/Tencel

27/08/2024 – Rebranding

Rebranding

Lenzing Tencel refreshes brand identity

Embracing the “Nature. Future. Us.” theme, Tencel’s refreshed brand identity bolsters its dedication to inspiring and empowering value chain partnerships ... By Sibylle Michel

The innovative clothing has a wide range of potential applications, from activewear, winter jackets, healthcare apparel and outdoor gear, to sustainable textile-based insulation for construction and buildings, contributing to energy-saving efforts. © PolyU

26/08/2024 – Protective clothing

Protective clothing

Intelligent robotic clothing for automatic thermal adaptation

PolyU researchers have developed first-of-its-kind thermally-insulated and breathable soft robotic clothing that can automatically adapt to changing ambient ... By Editorial staff

The three-end BCF S+ system impresses with its cost-effectiveness. © Oerlikon Neumag

23/08/2024 – Inhouse carpet yarn production

Inhouse carpet yarn production

Sailuda integrates backwards in BCF yarn production

Chinese automotive supplier Sailuda is expanding its process chain with the commissioning of a Oerlikon Neumag BCF plant. In future, the specialist for ... By Sibylle Michel

21/08/2024 – Techtextil

Techtextil

Functional natural materials in high demand

At Techtextil 2024, international exhibitors showed future-proof developments for numerous industries in the ‘Nature Performance’ area. For Techtextil ... By Sibylle Michel

Oerlikon Barmag supplies its industrial yarn systems individually configured; the system concept for High Tenacity (HT) yarns and its unique properties on the market ensure the production of high-quality yarn for the manufacture of seat belts. © Oerlikon

19/08/2024 – India

India

Technical textiles on the rise

India has now become the second largest polyester yarn manufacturer in the world. The technical textiles sector in particular is regarded as a future ... By Editorial staff

Implementation of Research 4.0 to improve the washing section in a wet spinning pilot line. © Dienes

16/08/2024 – Research 4.0 solution

Research 4.0 solution

A flexible platform to create sustainable textiles

Research 4.0 applies Industry 4.0 principles to research facilities, enhancing transparency and traceability. Dienes’ MultiMode approach meets these demands. By Sibylle Michel