textile network

In apparel applications, the possibilities of recombinant spider silks are particularly exciting, realizing unprecedented combinations of physical properties such as luxurious feel and breathable comfort with top durability. © 2015 Christopher Payne

13/06/2019 – Polartec

Polartec

Spiderman sends greetings

Polartec und Kraig Biocraft Laboratories plan to bring first spider silk fabrics to the performance apparel market. By Editorial staff

04/06/2019 – Bieglo

Bieglo

PI-Fibers in the Portfolio

Bieglo High Performance Polymers expands their range of products with Polyimidefibres. By Editorial staff

Couch of a CAT-Scan including carbon fibre nonwovens © Schmuhl Faserverbundtechnik

23/05/2019 – RecyCarb

RecyCarb

From waste back into component

In the research project RecyCarb, a team of two institutes and four industrial partners has established a qualified value chain for recycled carbon fibers ... By Editorial staff

The big moment has come: starting the line! From left: Dr. Michael Schürenkrämer (family member), Bodo Heetderks (Director Technology), Dr. Georg Reinhold (Managing Director CEO), Marc Wolpers (Managing Director Sales), Heinrich Trützschler © Trützschler

16/05/2019 – Trützschler Group

Trützschler Group

New customer and technology center for nonwovens

Truetzschler is opening its new customer and technology center for nonwovens in Egelsbach (near Frankfurt/Main). By Sibylle Michel

This year, the congress is entirely dedicated to the topics of sustainability and digitalization. © shutterstock

07/05/2019 – 58th Dornbirn-GFC

58th Dornbirn-GFC

Communicating Fiber Innovations

Over 100 international speakers will present the latest innovations of the fiber and textile industry from September 11 to 13, 2019. By Editorial staff

TSA Softness Analyzer © emtec Electronic

25/04/2019 – Techtextil: Emtec Electronic

Techtextil: Emtec Electronic

The softness of fabrics

An innovative softness testing instrument for textiles and nonwovens: the TSA Softness Analyzer. By Editorial staff

The luminous textile materials by FLT can be used in yachts, buses, trains, aircrafts, and in the areas of home and living, and nonautomotive. © FLT

18/04/2019 – Techtextil: FLT

Techtextil: FLT

Innovative heating fleece

Light, heating, switching, and textile materials – FLT presents fascinating innovations and extraordinary design. By Editorial staff