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The louder a noise is, the more people perceive it as an unpleasant noise. © weyo- stock.adobe.com

 
16/07/2020 – What is noise?

What is noise?

Pssst… Nonwovens for acoustic applications

How noises can be effectively counteracted with nonwovens – an article by Groz-Beckert. By  Editorial staff
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The ZDHC Programme (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) is the industry’s response to Greenpeace’s Detox my Fashion Campaign. The programme provides companies with a set of guidelines for implementing a sustainable chemicals management system. The programme is so successful that Greenpeace has announced it is scaling down its campaign. © UL

 
20/07/2020 – UL testing and certification body

UL testing and certification body

Five steps to detox fashion: Chemical management for a more sustainable textiles industry

In the production of textiles and footwear, innovative paths are increasingly leading away from the use and release of hazardous chemical substances into ... By  Editorial staff
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Clean luxury at the Andreas Murkudis Concept store in Berlin © Thomas Meyer/Ostkreuz

 
20/07/2020 – Part 1: The market of luxury, street- & sportswear

Part 1: The market of luxury, street- & sportswear

The Future of Fashion: New partnerships between design and technology

In our three-part summer interview with Joachim Schirrmacher, a true expert on the fashion scene, we take a look at the future of the industry. By  Editorial staff
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Claire Greidanus – Model: Clair e Greidanus; Coat by Claire Greidanus, Scarf by Hannes R oether; Location: Eiffel Tower, Paris. © Jakob Tillmann, Award Winner FASH 2019

 
20/07/2020 – Part 2: Structures matter!

Part 2: Structures matter!

The Future of Fashion: Research and development in fashion

“We’ve been trying for more than 20 years to tackle problems. Bringing together design, communication and distribution.” Joachim Schirrmacher ... By  Editorial staff
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Boasting 107 knitting machines, Marc Cain has among the most modern and innovative 3-D knitting technology in the world. This has allowed the company to produce “100% Made in Germany”, from smooth rib to cable stitch in a handknitted look. © Marc Cain

 
20/07/2020 – Part 3: Pulling together

Part 3: Pulling together

The Future of Fashion: How can we give Fair Fashion a different value?

"We need to pulling together. It’s really important for everyone to take many small steps." Joachim Schirrmacher By  Editorial staff
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Yarn Expo Shenzhen is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; China Cotton Textile Association; China Chemical Fibers Association; and China Knitting Industrial Association. Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2020 will be held concurrently with Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics, as well as CHIC and PH Value. © Messe Frankfurt (HK)

 
14/07/2020 – Messe Frankfurt HK

Messe Frankfurt HK

First Yarn Expo Shenzhen welcomes 115 exhibitors

The debut Yarn Expo Shenzhen, from 15 to 17 July, will take place in hall 10 of the brand new Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center. By  Editorial staff
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Secure fastening of face shields and face masks – with elastic narrow textiles from Jumbo-Textil. © Jumbo-Textil

 
14/07/2020 – Elastics for health protection

Elastics for health protection

Jumbo-Textil: Premium narrow textiles for protective masks and face shields

A good part of the orders lost due to the pandemic was compensated by elastic tapes for respiratory protection articles. By  Editorial staff