Nonwovens / Technical Textiles
Redefining nonwovens carding with the X-Series
Trützschler Nonwovens proudly introduces the X-Series: a new generation of nonwoven cards that delivers significant improvements in efficiency, quality, uptime and sustainability to meet industry challenges such as rising production costs.
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Dyeing, Drying, Finishing
“Made in Germany” unites
For over 100 years, the traditional German company Trigema W. Grupp KG has been producing high-quality sports and leisurewear in Burladingen in the Swabian Alb. The family-run company stands like no other for Germany as a production location, for social and economic responsibility, top quality and state-of-the-art technology. Since 2024, trigema has been managed by Wolfgang and Bonita Grupp in the 4th generation. From the yarn to the finished product, trigema produces the entire range in-house: from knitting, washing and dyeing to finishing, printing and making up.
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Spinning
Trusted by experts and driven by innovation – Autocoro 11
Saurer's Autocoro 11 revolutionises rotor spinning with pioneering innovation and automation. This state-of-the-art, fully automated rotor spinning machine sets new industry benchmarks by significantly reducing energy consumption, maximising efficiency and ensuring unparalleled operational independence. In the Recycling Xtreme edition, the machine is capable of processing the shortest mechanically recycled fibres with an extremely high raw material efficiency. Since its launch in 2023 and first installations in 2024, customers worldwide have experienced the transformative power of the Autocoro 11. Hear directly from industry experts as they share their insights and success with this game-changing technology.
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A great future for recycled yarns…but what about the costs?
Uster Technologies brought textile industry leaders together to discuss the current issues in using recycled raw material. A delegation of spinners from India met experts from Rieter, Säntis-Textiles, Otto Yarns, Gherzi Textile Organization and TVU at Uster headquarters in Switzerland. This article summarizes the challenges and opportunities of recycled yarns from both sustainability and business aspects.
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Sustainable insulation: ANDRITZ tearing line to enhance recycling capabilities at Buitex
International technology group ANDRITZ has supplied and commissioned a reXline tearing system for Buitex, Semin Group, located in Cours, France.
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JEC World 2025: a record-breaking 60th edition driven by innovation and circularity
After 3 dynamic days of intense business interactions, expertise sharing, and knowledge exchange, the 60th edition of JEC World 2025 has reaffirmed the pivotal role of the composites industry in building a more sustainable future. Under the unifying theme “Pushing the Limits,” the event showcased the extraordinary versatility and innovation of composite materials that continue to redefine lightweighting, performance, and design possibilities for an increasing number of applications.
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Eastman showcased Naia™ Renew full product application Matrix at Intertextile 2025 Spring/Summer Expo
Eastman, global specialty materials company and manufacturer of Naia™ Renew cellulosic fibers, unveiled the most comprehensive product application matrix of its Naia™ fiber brand at the China International Tex>le Fabrics and Accessories (Spring/Summer) Expo. Making its debut, the innovative “Naia™ On The Move” new blending solution concept offers a fresh take on active urban fashion, redefining comfort and versatility, and reinforcing Eastman’s commitment to driving sustainable innovation in the fashion industry.
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Archroma and Gradiant partner to advance water circularity with innovative ZLD technology in Thailand
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has successfully implemented a state-of-the-art Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) technology at its Mahachai plant in Thailand. The ZLD solution was designed and built by Gradiant, a global leader in advanced water and wastewater treatment. This milestone project marks a major leap forward in water circularity, enabling the recovery of 90-95% of wastewater for reuse and the extraction of valuable minerals for industrial applications.
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Driving fashion, innovation and sustainability: VIATT 2025 solidifies its role as ASEAN’s premier international textile platform
At its second edition, the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles, and Textile Technologies (VIATT) has once again proven a vital trade platform for the global textile value chain. Taking place from 26 – 28 February 2025, the show concluded with resounding success, after attracting over 19,000 visits (more than 10% increase) from over 70 countries and regions (2024: 55 countries and regions).
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AUTEFA Solutions to showcase advanced nonwoven technologies at IDEA 2025
AUTEFA Solutions, a leading provider of machinery and equipment for the nonwoven industry, will present its latest innovations at IDEA 2025 in Miami, USA. As a global leader in needle punch lines, thermobonding lines, and spunlace solutions, AUTEFA Solutions delivers cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving challenges of the industry.
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ITA researchers win two JEC Innovation Awards for sustainable textile-based composites
Researchers from the Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University have been honored with two JEC Innovation Awards at JEC World 2025 in Paris, recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to sustainable construction and sports equipment.
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PFAS: TÜV Rheinland expands global testing capabilities
TÜV Rheinland is expanding its testing capacity worldwide to meet the growing global demand for testing services for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The testing services provider has seen demand increase by more than 30 per cent year-on-year. PFAS, a group of more than 10,000 known substances, are used in many industries for their functional properties, including textiles, food packaging, furniture and carpet fabrics, as well as mechanical and automotive engineering. However, their potential risk to the environment and human health is increasingly the focus of regulatory and public attention.
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Technologies shaping the future of technical textiles at HIGHTEX 2026 exhibition
The HIGHTEX 2026 International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition, the first and only exhibition in Turkiye on its subject, will open its doors at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center between June 9-13, 2026. The exhibition will bring together leading technical textile and nonwoven technology manufacturers from all over the world and will host revolutionary innovations, especially in the fields of nonwoven fabrics and smart textiles, shaping the future of the industry.
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Comfort meets eco-consciousness and innovation: Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition concludes amid strong demand
Fuelled by robust demand, the fair wrapped up successfully on 13 March at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Over 370 exhibitors engaged with more than 25,000 visitors from 85 countries and regions, with total visitor numbers up by 8%, and the number of international visitors more than double that of the previous Spring Edition. As consumer preferences continue to evolve, buyers increasingly sought home products that harmoniously blend style, comfort and sustainability.
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First division knitters in Europe and Asia choose the Monforts MONTEX
From Portugal to Pakistan, market-leading knitted fabric manufacturers rely on Monforts MONTEX stenters for accurate and highly automated handling during essential drying after dyeing and other processes.
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INDA unveils conference program for IDEA®25 focused on driving sustainability in nonwovens
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has announced the program for IDEA®25, a two-day Sustainability in Nonwovens Conference. IDEA25 will take place April 29-May 1, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida.
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Finalists announced for the 2025 FiltXPO™ awards
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, in partnership with International Filtration News magazine, proudly announces the finalists for the inaugural FiltXPO™ Awards. Recognizing outstanding achievements across the entire filtration value chain, the awards celebrate groundbreaking advancements that utilize nonwoven fabrics and technology.
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ANDRITZ airlay line for sustainable nonwovens production starts up at Carolina Nonwovens
International technology group ANDRITZ has supplied and commissioned a neXline airlay system at the Carolina Nonwovens plant in Ohio. This marks the first installation of the new generation airlay line in the United States. The state-of-the-art system processes recycled fibers into nonwovens for automotive and industrial sectors, helping to reduce waste and enhance resource efficiency.
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Advanced Recycling Conference 2025 – Shaping the future of the circular economy
Closing the loop by setting the stage for recycling innovation at Europe’s largest event on advanced recycling technologies. Call for abstracts is now open.
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Raw Materials
Aid by Trade Foundation, International Cotton Advisory Committee and bizpando start cooperation
bizpando AG, operator of a compliance platform, has joined forces with the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) and the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) to launch a project to promote carbon credits in cotton production. The aim is to empower African smallholder farmers through effective agricultural techniques and digital solutions to improve soil quality, sequester CO? and create additional sources of income.
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Good discussions, many familiar faces at JEC World
KARL MAYER Technical Textiles once again showed its colours as a competent partner to the composites industry at JEC World from 4 to 6 March 2025 in Paris. The manufacturer of multiaxial warp knitting machines and warp knitting machines with weft insertion was able to welcome many of its regular customers and hold profitable technical discussions with them.
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ICAC to hold its 83rd plenary meeting in Mwanza, Tanzania
The International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) is pleased and grateful to accept an invitation from Tanzania to host the ICAC’s 83rd Plenary Meeting from November 17-20, 2025, at the Malaika Beach Resort in Mwanza.
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Kraig Biocraft Laboratories meets its target with largest ever product batch of bam-1 spider silk
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc., a global leader in engineered spider silk technologies, is thrilled to announce that it has begun production of the largest single batch of BAM-1 recombinant spider silk in the Company’s history. Last year, the Company publicly set a goal of exceeding all of 2024’s production with a single production batch in 2025. Today, Kraig Labs announces it has far exceeded that goal and kept that promise.
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Fulgar highlighted Q-CYCLE® yarn at Performance Days
Fulgar, a global leader in producing innovative man-made yarns, reaffirms its commitment to a responsible textile supply chain. At Performance Days in Munich, Fulgar’s innovative products went beyond fabrics thanks to its collaboration with NYGUARD, a cutting-edge company in zipper manufacturing, which has chosen Q-CYCLE® technology to offer a more circular solution in the apparel accessories sector.
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Köksan invests in China relying on Oerlikon Barmag Continuous Polycondensation Technology
Oerlikon Barmag Huitong Engineering (OBHE), has signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement with Köksan Group, one of the leading PET producers in Türkiye, for a Continuous Polycondensation (CP) production capacity of 400,000 tons per year. This will accelerate the global expansion of the Köksan Group's production capacity.
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Rieter closes the financial year 2024 with a solid operating result
Order intake was significantly higher than in the previous year at CHF 725.5 million (2023: CHF 541.8 million), representing an increase of 34%. This was the fourth consecutive quarter of year-on-year growth. As expected, the Rieter Group closed financial year 2024 with lower sales of CHF 859.1 million (2023: CHF 1 418.6 million) and thus remained 39% below the prior year. Despite significantly lower sales, an operating result (EBIT) of CHF 28.0 million (2023: CHF 104.8 million) and thus a solid EBIT margin of 3.3% (2023: 7.4%) was achieved.
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PERFORMANCE DAYS spring edition sets strong impulses
Once again, PERFORMANCE DAYS has proven to be the most important gathering for the functional textile industry. The Spring 2025 edition, held from March 5–6 at Messe München, attracted numerous industry experts and trade visitors, offering a unique platform for networking, business, and knowledge exchange. With 588 booths and 3,367 visitors, the event significantly surpassed previous years’ numbers. In comparison, the previous spring edition had fewer than 500 booths and 2,999 visitors.
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Kordsa showcases sustainability and innovation-driven solutions at Tire Technology Expo 2025
Kordsa, a global player in advanced material technologies, participated in Tire Technology Expo 2025, one of the leading trade fairs for the tire industry, held in Hannover, Germany. At the event, Kordsa highlighted its advancements in tire reinforcement technologies while sharing its vision of providing solutions to the global tire industry with the advantage of local production.
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