Fashion

The 3D printing process was used to produce printed sock and glove samples that were equipped with several functional modifications in a single process step. © STFI

16/11/2022 – Several functional modifications in a single process step

Several functional modifications in a single process step

Multifunction 3D printing on textiles

A 3D printing process for textiles has been developed at STFI in which different functions can be set within one print pattern by software. By Editorial staff

258 exhibitors from 15 countries and 15,257 visitors from 72 countries, mainly Bangladesh, China, India, Korea, Taiwan, Sri Lanka and Vietnam, attended the previous edition of JIAM Osaka in 2016. © JASMA

14/11/2022 – Trade fair

Trade fair

JIAM 2022 Osaka will open this month

JIAM 2022 Osaka will be held at Intex Osaka in Japan from 30 November to 3 December 2022, presenting the latest innovations in industrial sewing after ... By Sibylle Michel

With the EcoTrac app, companies can trace their supply chain back to its origin. © Maxim Korte

14/11/2022 – Supply chain transparency

Supply chain transparency

Tracking the supply chain with EcoTrac app

Maxim Korte has developped an App, which provides information about the production status of the product and/or about the materials used. By Sibylle Michel

With the new tool and certification, Oeko-Tex aims to prevent and mitigate existing and potential negative impacts of companies’ own business operations, their supply chains and in their wider business relationships. © Oeko-Tex

14/11/2022 – Tangible support for due diligence

Tangible support for due diligence

Oeko-Tex launches Responsible Business tool and certification

The Oeko-Tex Responsible Business tool and certification supports brands, retailers and traders in the textile and leather sector with due diligence compliance. By Sibylle Michel

The delivery situation is constantly improving. © joyfotoliakid/stock.adobe.com

10/11/2022 – Logistics

Logistics

Delivery chaos continues to decline

Importers of fast-moving consumer goods don’t need to be on high alert when it comes to mega retail events – at least in regards of sea freight rates and ... By Sibylle Michel

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09/11/2022 – Results of the project “Sorting For Circularity Europe”

Results of the project “Sorting For Circularity Europe”

An immense opportunity to accelerate textile recycling

The results of the Sorting for Circularity Europe project point to promising opportunities for recapturing value while diverting textiles from downcycling ... By Sibylle Michel

For increased transparency, FTC decided to acquire the traceable label Made in Green by Oeko-Tex. © FTC

04/11/2022 – Certification

Certification

FTC receives Made in Green by Oeko-Tex label

By achieving the “Made in Green by Oeko-Tex” label, FTC is one of the first vertical cashmere fashion brand with such a high sustainability standard. By Sibylle Michel