Technical Textiles

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Tencel’s refreshed branding theme of “Nature. Future. Us”. © Lenzing/Tencel

 
27/08/2024 – Rebranding

Rebranding

Lenzing Tencel refreshes brand identity

Embracing the “Nature. Future. Us.” theme, Tencel’s refreshed brand identity bolsters its dedication to inspiring and empowering value chain partnerships ... By  Sibylle Michel
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The innovative clothing has a wide range of potential applications, from activewear, winter jackets, healthcare apparel and outdoor gear, to sustainable textile-based insulation for construction and buildings, contributing to energy-saving efforts. © PolyU

 
26/08/2024 – Protective clothing

Protective clothing

Intelligent robotic clothing for automatic thermal adaptation

PolyU researchers have developed first-of-its-kind thermally-insulated and breathable soft robotic clothing that can automatically adapt to changing ambient ... By  Editorial staff
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The three-end BCF S+ system impresses with its cost-effectiveness. © Oerlikon Neumag

 
23/08/2024 – Inhouse carpet yarn production

Inhouse carpet yarn production

Sailuda integrates backwards in BCF yarn production

Chinese automotive supplier Sailuda is expanding its process chain with the commissioning of a Oerlikon Neumag BCF plant. In future, the specialist for ... By  Sibylle Michel
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At Techtextil 2026, the focus will be even more on natural fibres, yarns and materials. © Messe Frankfurt / Jean-Luc Valentin

 
21/08/2024 – Techtextil

Techtextil

Functional natural materials in high demand

At Techtextil 2024, international exhibitors showed future-proof developments for numerous industries in the ‘Nature Performance’ area. For Techtextil ... By  Sibylle Michel
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Oerlikon Barmag supplies its industrial yarn systems individually configured; the system concept for High Tenacity (HT) yarns and its unique properties on the market ensure the production of high-quality yarn for the manufacture of seat belts. © Oerlikon

 
19/08/2024 – India

India

Technical textiles on the rise

India has now become the second largest polyester yarn manufacturer in the world. The technical textiles sector in particular is regarded as a future ... By  Editorial staff
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Implementation of Research 4.0 to improve the washing section in a wet spinning pilot line. © Dienes

 
16/08/2024 – Research 4.0 solution

Research 4.0 solution

A flexible platform to create sustainable textiles

Research 4.0 applies Industry 4.0 principles to research facilities, enhancing transparency and traceability. Dienes’ MultiMode approach meets these demands. By  Sibylle Michel
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Sheet mask functionalised with graviola microcapsules and textile coating systems. © STFI, Fraunhofer IAP

 
07/08/2024 – Wellness and health

Wellness and health

Active ingredient of graviola embedded in textiles

Together with international partners, researchers at the Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI) have succeeded in processing the active ingredient ... By  Jasmin Deschner