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40 brands – 18 locations – 7 countries

Cotton Classics Roadshow in the anniversary year 2025

Textile wholesaler Cotton Classics is launching its 16th roadshow in January 2025. The mobile trade fair will stop at 18 locations in seven countries and present around 300 new products and three new brands. By Sibylle Michel

Season’s greetings

textile network wishes you a Merry Christmas!

The year 2024 is drawing to a close, and it has been a year that has presented us in the textile industry with many challenges. Global changes, economic pressures and adapting to new conditions have put us all to the test. But despite these difficulties, it also shows what ... By Sibylle Michel

Final report

Filtech 2024: Growing number of visitors and exhibitors

The Filtech 2024 show was the largest event ever with 591+ exhibitors and will set a strong signal for further growth of the world-wide filtration and separation sector. By Editorial staff

Picture gallery

textile network at Filtech 2024

textile network visited the international trade fair for filtration and separation technology in Cologne, Germany, and was able to gather many positive impressions. We have captured these for you in our picture gallery. By Editorial staff

Emtec Electronic’s enhanced “TSA” device and “Virtual Haptic Library” represent significant advancements in the textile industry. © emtec Electronic

02/08/2024 – Upgraded “TSA” device

Upgraded “TSA” device

Driving sustainability in the textile chain with “TSA”

Emtec Electronic, a leading German manufacturer of specialized testing equipment for the paper, textile, and nonwoven industries, has launched an upgraded ... By Sibylle Michel

Olaf Schmidt, Shirley Tale, Valentina Ciuffi und Joseph Grima (f. l. t. r.). © Pietro Sutera/Messe Frankfurt

02/08/2024 – Heimtextil trends 25/26

Heimtextil trends 25/26

“Future Continuous”

Heimtextil trends 25/26, curated by Alcova Milano, was unveiled on August 1st, 2024, in Frankfurt am Main. This collaboration introduces innovative and ... By Editorial staff

01/08/2024 – Sustainable, flexible, space-saving

Sustainable, flexible, space-saving

Graywater treatment with 3D textiles

The demand for water in Germany is increasing, and used water is not being utilized sufficiently. Graywater in particular, i. e. wastewater from showers, ... By Sibylle Michel

Bale of mixed textile before sorting. © Andritz

31/07/2024 – Textile recycling with Andritz

Textile recycling with Andritz

Entering a new era

In response to urgent environmental concerns and stringent new government regulations, Andritz Textile Recycling in Europe is advancing through a strategic ... By Editorial staff

31/07/2024 – Mahlo

Mahlo

High-end straightening and process control system

Mahlo has developed an innovative straightening concept based on optimized straightening mechanics and advanced scanning evaluation electronics. By Sibylle Michel

More than 30,000 visitors from over 100 countries are expected at the IFCO. © Ekrem Serif Egeli

31/07/2024 – IFCO Istanbul Fashion Connection

IFCO Istanbul Fashion Connection

“Indispensabel part of the international fashion industry“

The IFCO, Istanbul Fashion Connection, will take place at the Istanbul Expo Center. For its sixth edition, from August 7th to 9th, 2024, more than 30,000 ... By Editorial staff

Products bearing the Oeko-Tex Organic Cotton label have been manufactured without the use of GMOs and tested for pesticides and other harmful substances. © Oeko-Tex

30/07/2024 – Oeko-Tex certification

Oeko-Tex certification

Organic cotton verification within global regulation

In a context of growing concerns over the effects of climate change and socio-environmental considerations by brands and consumers, consumption of more ... By Sibylle Michel