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Technician Roberto Köhler from TITK Rudolstadt shows two bobbins with yarns of different fineness, produced from the hemp-based cellulose regenerated fiber Lyohemp. © TITK_ Steffen Beikirch

21/04/2021 – Research

Research

TITK: First lyocell fibre made from non-wood-based pulp

An article by Dr. Frank Meister, Department Head Native Polymers and Chemical Research at TITK. By Editorial staff

14/04/2021 – STFI: R&D-project

STFI: R&D-project

Biogenic Heavy Tows based on hemp bast bark

An article by Elke Thiele, Corinna Falck, STFI e.V and Maik Wonneberger, Invent GmbH. By Editorial staff

Fiber cross section: In the conjuagte spinning process Nanodesign, a fiber cross-section is formed by splitting the polymer flow into many individual parts. This makes it possible to design cross-sections of multi-component fibers far more precisely than with conventional processes. © Toray

07/04/2021 – Nanodesign by Toray

Nanodesign by Toray

Camifu: A textile inspired by Japanese paper

A newly developed fabric from materials technology company Toray combines the feel and texture of handmade Japanese paper with modern functionality. By Editorial staff

Meryl Sublime Skinlife Force, winner of the ISPO Textrends Zero Pollution fabric with HeiQ Viroblock Permanent technology. © Nylstar

26/03/2021 – ISPO Textrends Award

ISPO Textrends Award

HeiQ and Nylstar: sustainable, antimicrobial and durable synthetic fiber

HeiQ and Nylstar launched HeiQ Viroblock Permanent on Meryl Zero Microfiber Pollution High Performance Fabric. By Editorial staff

Pakistan textile and clothing exports. Latest trade performance is demonstrated in the chart. © The Fiber Year

15/03/2021 – Corona pandemic

Corona pandemic

The Fiber Year: Pakistan

When it comes to pandemic, Pakistan continues to fare better than other parts of the world as the situation remained under control. by Andreas Engelhardt By Editorial staff

The hybrid showcase increases opportunities for both exhibitors and buyers. © Messe Frankfurt

12/03/2021 – Dedicated to the latest industry trends

Dedicated to the latest industry trends

Exhibitors ready to open Yarn Expo

Opening its doors next Wednesday, Yarn Expo Spring will gather the yarn and fibre industry for three days of networking, sourcing and business exchange. ... By Sibylle Michel

The fair Yarn Expo will now take place from 17 – 19 March 2021, a week later than originally scheduled. © Messe Frankfurt

09/03/2021 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Yarn Expo Spring presents innovation in fibers and yarns

International and domestic suppliers will present their sustainable products at Yarn Expo Spring, running from 17–19 March. By Editorial staff

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