Fasern/Garne

Amanns new product innovation Basalt-tech is the first sewing thread made from 100% basalt stone fibers. © Amann

28/03/2022 – Yarns

Yarns

Basalt-tech: sewing thread made from stone

The international sewing thread producer Amann Group launched a sewing thread that is entirely made from basalt stone fibers. By Editorial staff

Dr Frank Wendler from TITK tests the Cell Solution Bioactive staple fiber. © TITK/Steffen Beikirch

24/03/2022 – Cellulose fibers

Cellulose fibers

Lyocell fiber with permanent antiviral protection

The research institute TITK has succeeded in modifying the cellulose fiber Cell Solution Bioactive, which now also has a very reliable antiviral effect. By Editorial staff

USCTP wants to set a new standard for more sustainable cotton production. © Pixel-Shot/stock.adobe.com

22/03/2022 – Annual Report of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

Annual Report of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

On the road to more sustainable cotton production

The Trust Protocol highlights that significant progress has already been made compared to the last surveys conducted by the US Department of Agriculture ... By Editorial staff

The user navigates through the textile production stages and individually accesses provided location information, images and content. © Remei

18/03/2022 – Traceability

Traceability

Cotton fibres traceable back to the origin

With the digital traceability tool my-trace by Remei, the organic cotton textile trader Remei is fully disclosing the manufacturing process of textiles. By Editorial staff

The 57th edition of Filo has closed positively registering great results. © Filo

11/03/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

57th Filo closed with positive results

Young people, education, and sustainability were at the centre of the 57th Filo edition, the International Exhibition of Yarns and Fibres, February 23–24, ... By Editorial staff

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 Editorial staff

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