From universal sewing threads to special high-tech threads, Amann offers a wide range of threads for all sewing and embroidery applications. As a technological leader, Amann counts on intelligent products, individual solutions and innovative concepts. This year’s Texprocess Americas in Atlanta (22th-24th May 2018), Amann is going to present the following innovations:

PFC-free WRe finish

Within its “Road to Zero”, Amann has launched a new eco-friendly water-repellent finish that is completely free of PFC (perfluorocarbons). All Amann sewing threads with WR finish are certified according to Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex. Amann is the first sewing & embroidery thread producer worldwide participating in Greenpeace Detox Campaign: As Amann Group takes environmental and consumer protection seriously, Amann participates in the Detox campaign by Greenpeace, and will certify almost all of its products according to the strict criteria of Appendix 6 in the future. As a certified pre-supplier, Amann facilitates the Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex certification.

50 years of sabaC

In 2018, one of Amann’s most famous brands turns 50: sabaC. Just in time with the anniversary, sabaC is reaching the next quality level: sabaC Next Generation. Using highest quality filaments, sabaC now offers latest sewing thread technology for even better performance. sabaC Next Generation is PRO Label certified according to DIN EN ISO 30023.

Serabond’s suitability for outdoor applications

Hohenstein Laboratories have confirmed Serabond’s suitability for outdoor applications. The testing happened according to DIN EN ISO 12402-7 and included an artificial weathering test according to ISO 4892-1 and ISO 4892-2. The testing lasted for around 300 hours and contained a simulation of the impact of different weathering conditions (solar irradiation, rain, cloud) as well as day and night simulation.

Enhancement of Silver-tech range with tickets 30 and 50

Silver-tech is a special sewing and embroidery thread made from a combination of silver coated continuous polyamide filaments and polyester filaments. Silver-tech can be used for conductive seams and surfaces, but also for seam positions that require antimicrobial characteristics. Cytotoxicity test according to DIN EN ISO 10993-5 has proven that there is no cell damaging effect with Silver-tech.