DITF Biopolymers from wood and chitin for sustainable textile solutions CO2 emissions can be reduced by replacing petroleum-based chemicals. » Tuesday, July 05, 2022
Recycling Atelier Augsburg Efficient approach to more successful textile recycling Only one in a hundred textiles – less than 1% - is recycled in a closed loop. » von Georg Stegschuster | Monday, June 20, 2022
ITA Yield potentials for cotton Climate change and the environmental impact of cotton cultivation have led to research projects on yield potentials. » von Justin Kühn, Felix Lorger und Thomas Gries | Thursday, June 02, 2022
TITK Sustainable textile fibers for clothing, lightweight construction and greening Textile processing can make an important contribution to climate protection. » Tuesday, April 26, 2022
ITA Current challenges and solutions for the recycling of (mixed) synthetic textiles Clothing production alone almost doubled in the period from 2000 to 2015. » von Amrei Becker, Jan Thiel, Carolin Schöpe und Thomas Gries | Monday, April 04, 2022
TWE Group Is there still a future for polymer-based fibers for textile applications post COP26? The latest full market info dating from 2019 confirms the global textile fiber production to have been a staggering 111 million-ton business. » von Hugo Christiaen | Monday, March 14, 2022
Natural Fiber Welding Polyester vs. natural fibers Moisture-wicking, quick-drying, ultra-lightweight – polyester and other synthetic fibers set the standards for high-performance clothing. » Monday, March 07, 2022
Man-Made Fiber Year Book 2021 New developments in fiber recycling One of the megatrends in the fiber year 2021 is fiber recycling. » Tuesday, December 21, 2021
DITF Novel hemp-based cellulose fibers from environmentally friendly production The very good technical properties of these fibers make them interesting for technical applications. » Thursday, September 16, 2021
Fashion for Good The Renewable Carbon Textiles Project There is an urgent need to find replacements for the predominantly fossil-based fibers in the fashion industry. » Thursday, September 02, 2021
Nilit Sustainable and biodegradable PA 66 fibers Nilit presents its sustainability report and shows achievements to improve its environmental footprint. » Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Fraunhofer IAP Melt spinning process for sc-PLA filament yarns A composite material made entirely of bio-based PLA and is significantly easier to recycle than conventional fiber composites. » Tuesday, July 20, 2021
IFC Meeting sustainability and performance demands for recycled fibers When Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams put on the denim outfit she’s wearing in the picture, she was wearing the future. » Tuesday, July 06, 2021
ITA Optical polymer fibers for today's design challenges In times of digitalization trends such as Industry 4.0, Big Data and the Internet of Things, fiber-optic systems play a decisive role. In addition to data transmission, optical fibers can not only conduct light axially » Wednesday, May 19, 2021
nova-Institute Nominations for the innovation award “Renewable Material of the Year 2021” Which renewable materials are solutions that meet the needs of future societies? As a response to this challenging question, nova-Institute has decided to unite all relevant industries in the new Renewable Materials Conference » Monday, May 03, 2021
Wendler Technical Textiles 3/2020 Release and transfer of agents from functional cellulosic fibers The emerging trend to support good looks through a healthier and more natural lifestyle is causing the market for functionalized textiles to grow rapidly. Both end consumers and the fashion industry are increasingly asking for properties such as sustainability, transparency in production and processing, and the biodegradability of the materials used. » Wednesday, September 30, 2020
melliand International 1/2020 DNA analytical testing of genetically modified cotton More than 75 % of the globally produced cotton is already genetically modified. Unintentional mixing of organic and GM cotton can now be avoided. » von Lothar Kruse | Friday, March 27, 2020
Empa Empa Auxetic membranes made of nanofibers for medical applications A material that thickens when you pull on it seems to contradict the laws of physics. However, the so-called auxetic effect, which also occurs in nature, is interesting for a number of applications. A new study by Empa shows how this amazing behavior can be improved – and even used to treat injuries and tissue damage. » Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Andritz Küsters Andritz Küsters Wetlaid forming technology for glass fiber nonwovens Glass fiber mats can be used for a very wide range of applications, and this is a growing market. Different types of lines are available – from small to large capacities. The following aspects are important for good web formation and lower consumption of expensive chemicals. » Wednesday, March 11, 2020
de Raeve Durable, bio-based fibers Revealing the potential of hemp-based textile materials Hemp fibers are receiving increasing interest as potential durable alternative for the widespread usage of cotton and flax fibers. » Friday, December 06, 2019