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Fibre traceability becomes bio-degradable with IFG Bio and integriTEX
IFG Asota and Tailorlux are planning to expand the current portfolio of tracer fibres that make cotton and cashmere traceable. The Polylactic Acid (PLA) is a bio-based solution that is the next level carrier of the optical fingerprint solution, a patented technology of Tailorlux.
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Hyosung: Newly transformative nylon, as core material for hydrogen energy
Nylon has evolved into the core material of the hydrogen energy industry.
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The LYCRA Company announces collaboration with Qore® to use QIRA® for next generation bio-derived LYCRA® Fiber at scale
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative fiber and technology solutions for the textile and apparel industry, today announced it has entered into an agreement with Qore® to enable the world’s first large-scale commercial production of bio-derived spandex using QIRA®, the next generation 1,4-butanediol (BDO), as one of its main ingredients. This will result in 70% of the LYCRA® fiber content being derived from annually renewable feedstock.
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Lenzing Group, a world-leading provider of sustainably produced specialty fibers, has been awarded platinum status in the CSR rating from EcoVadis. This comprehensive assessment covers the four key practices of corporate social responsibility: the environment, fair working conditions and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.
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Lenzing, the world’s leading supplier of sustainably produced specialty fibers, has been recognized in The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF)’s ITMF Awards 2022 for its unwavering commitment towards paving sustainable practices for the denim industry. Paving a clear path towards a more sustainable denim industry, TENCEL™ Modal fiber with Indigo Color technology was presented with the award for Sustainability and Innovation at the ITMF Annual Conference today in Davos, Switzerland.
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The Lenzing Group, the world’s leading supplier of wood-based specialty fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, suspended its guidance for the development of earnings in the 2022 financial year in view of the drastic deterioration of the market environment in the current quarter. The further course of the 2022 financial year can only be estimated to a limited extent due to the extremely low visibility on the demand side and the high volatility of energy and raw material costs.
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Originally scheduled to take place in October 2022, the two Autumn fairs will now be merged with next year’s spring editions, to be held from 8 – 10 March. The decision is in support of the ongoing pandemic control measures in Shanghai, while the move will also integrate industry resources more efficiently and provide more certainty to exhibitors in their planning.
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Teijin Introduces LCA for Carbon Fiber Intermediate Materials
Teijin Limited announced today that it has adopted lifecycle assessment (LCA) to calculate the environmental footprint of its carbon fiber intermediate materials. By calculating the environmental impacts of its production processes, Teijin expects to devise ways to reduce emissions in each production process as well as to expedite collaboration with partner companies throughout its supply chain, from manufacturing to disposal, and to implement LCA initiatives for the entire lifecycles of Teijin carbon fiber products.
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Toray to increase prices of automotive airbag yarn and fabrics
Toray Industries, Inc., announced today that it intends to lift the prices of nylon 66 yarn and fabric for automotive airbags by up to 35% for shipments from October 1 this year.
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Recoverâ„¢ fiber showcases at the REVOLVE Gallery 2022
The REVOLVE Gallery returned for the second installment of the immersive, multi-brand installation last week, featuring the Lovers and Friends x Recoverâ„¢ denim collection, amongst other exclusive brands and emerging fashion designers.
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The LYCRA Company promotes recent innovations at Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, today announced that two employees will be presenting at the 61st Annual Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC). The event takes place from September 14-16 at Kulturhaus in Dornbirn, Austria.
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Spinnova wins Engineer Invention of the Year
The Union of Professional Engineers in Finland was looking for inventions that advance global wellbeing and promote the industry’s societal impact. Spinnova was chosen as the winner of the Engineer Invention category from among seven finalists by public vote.
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At FILO fair Bembergâ„¢ launches a new t-shirt collection made from revolutionary staple fibre
Bembergâ„¢ by Asahi Kasei expands its journey and evolution in contemporary style with a brand-new Staple-fibre that unlocks creative paths towards mew aesthetics, touch and sustainability. At FILO fair, the company proves it by unveiling a collection of t-shirts developed in collaboration with the MagnoLab smart network of Italian companies.
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