textile network

Only 1% of textiles are recycled into new fabrics. © HalynaRom/stock.adobe.com

25/08/2022 – Recycling

Recycling

Manufacturers turn to mono material fabrics

As pressure mounts to improve the recyclability of textile products textile manufacturers turn to mono material fabrics and cellulosic fibres. By Sibylle Michel

C.F. Weber expands its range of sustainable performance textiles for workwear with Cordura re/cor RN66. © Cordura

16/06/2022 – Techtextil: Cordura

Techtextil: Cordura

C.F. Weber launches Cordura re/cor RN66 at Techtextil

At Techtextil, C.F. Weber, now the first German company and long-standing authorized mill partner of the Cordura brand, will present the first fabric ... By Sibylle Michel

From outdoor clothing to fabrics for high-visibility areas – Getzner Technics is the perfect partner in the field of technical textiles. © Marcel Hagen/Studio 22

09/06/2022 – Techtextil: Getzner Textil

Techtextil: Getzner Textil

Innovative water-repellent and waterproof fabrics

Water-repellent, flame-retardant, slash-resistant or with infrared remission: The spectrum of Getzner Textil’s optional functional properties and finishes ... By Sibylle Michel

The ORW technique is especially suitable to produce multi-axial fabrics for technical textiles. © Iprotex

20/05/2022 – Techtextil: Iprotex

Techtextil: Iprotex

ORW technology to produce multi-axial fabrics

The Open Reed Weave (ORW) technology makes it possible to feed additional threads into the weaving process using special thread guides. By Sibylle Michel

Rivercyclon is up to 40% lighter than PVC coated alternatives. © Rivertex

16/05/2022 – Techtextil: Rivertex

Techtextil: Rivertex

Sustainable alternative to PVC coated fabrics

Rivertex Technical fabrics Group has developed Rivercyclon, a non-toxic, recyclable, lightweight and cost effective alternative to PVC coated fabrics. By Sibylle Michel

ESS2-13490: 90% rec PES 10% Roica EF. The item presents a “fishbone” structure in the front-side, while keeping a smooth surface on the back. The polyester is recycled and GRS certified, adding sustainable credentials to the fabric. © Asahi Kasei

11/05/2022 – Fabrics

Fabrics

Econsensor launched its new SS 2023 fabric collection

The SS 2023 collection of Ecosensor by Asahi Kasei Advance is made of high-tech fabrics implementing new-generation values, with the aim of keeping nature, ... By Editorial staff

A total of 3,600 companies visited the 34th edition of the Trade Show of Italian Textiles and Accessories. © Milano Unica

08/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Increased number of visitors at Milano Unica

Compared to the past edition 2,850 (+10%) Italien companies and 750 (+35%) foreign companies visited the 34th edition of Milano Unica at Fiera Milano. By Editorial staff