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04/04/2023 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

Textile industry under pressure to eliminate “forever chemicals”

Pressure is mounting on textile manufacturers to end the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFAS), commonly referred to as “forever ... John McCurry

17/02/2023 – Sustainable textile finishing

Sustainable textile finishing

Pincroft takes a step forward

British textile dyer, printer and finisher, Pincroft, has adopted a new environmentally friendly technology for the finishing of fabrics.

In addition to textile finishing technology, there are also new collections of corporate fashion as well as promotional wear and workwear on show. © Landesmesse Stuttgart

02/02/2023 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

TecStyle Visions: Special shows to look at, touch and take part in

From 30 March to 1 April, 2023, it’s that time again: TecStyle Visions is presenting as part of EXPO 4.0. at the Stuttgart trade fair centre in Germany. By Sibylle Michel

New Managing Director Gunnar Meyer will focus especially on challenges such as the current energy crisis, alternative heating systems and sustainable textile finishing. © Monforts

30/01/2023 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

New Managing Director for Monforts

Gunnar Meyer has been assigned the new Managing Director of A. Monforts Textilmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG in Mönchengladbach, Germany. By Sibylle Michel

Compas open-width compacting and finishing machine saves chemicals and water. © Sperotto Rimar

28/12/2022 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

Sperotto Rimar offers a range of sustainable technologies

Sperotto Rimar follows two energy-saving strategies in machine development for fabric finishing – solutions that respect valuable resources and the environment. By Sibylle Michel

Even after repeated washing and wearing, Lycra naturalFX technology helps knitwear retain its shape – to extend the garment’s lifespan and reduce its environmental impact. © The Lycra Company

12/12/2022 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

New Lycra Naturalfx technology for cotton knit garments

The Lycra company and Heiq introduce a textile finishing process for 100% cotton knit garments designed for mass market applications. By Sibylle Michel

With a well equipped R&D laboratory, responsive and innovative sampling and production processes, TAD is ISO 14001 certified to manage its environmental performance. © TAD

27/10/2022 – Acquisition

Acquisition

Coisne et Lambert acquires TAD

Coisne et Lambert, the group composed of the two companies TDV Industries and Klopman International, acquires TAD Teintures et Apprêts Danjoux. By Sibylle Michel