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HeiQ expands application of HeiQ Allergen tech to upholstery fabric through collaboration with CULP
HeiQ partners with Culp to apply HeiQ Allergen Tech, a 100% biobased* solution that reduces allergens on textiles, onto interior upholstery fabric. HeiQ announces the extended application of HeiQ Allergen Tech to bring the benefits of this biobased textile technology to the interior upholstered furniture market, marking a unique launch into this segment.
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EMPA introduces friendly fibers for textiles without PFAS
Rain jackets, swimming trunks or upholstery fabrics: Textiles with water-repellent properties require chemical impregnation. Although fluorine-containing PFAS chemicals are effective, they are also harmful to human health and accumulate in the environment. Empa researchers are now developing a process with alternative substances that can be used to produce environmentally friendly water-repellent textile fibers. Initial analyses show: The "good" fibers repel water more effectively and dry faster than those of conventional products.
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HEIQ unveils anti-odor technology for feather and down products
HeiQ introduces an innovative anti-odor product addition to its HeiQ Fresh range to eliminate persistent malodor on feather and down products, effectively addressing a problem that no one has solved so far.
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Archroma introduces highly sustainable durable water repellent for outerwear and apparel fabrics that is softer and more durable
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has introduced a new bio-based durable water repellent (DWR) finish that helps mills and brands produce apparel that is soft to the touch and yet offers robust rain and stain protection and an improved sustainability profile.
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BASF now offering polyamides for the textile industry according to Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)
Ultramid® Ccycled®, BASF's sustainable polyamide PA6 and PA6.6 product range, is now also certified as Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)* for textile applications. This label enables manufacturers to market certified textiles that have been produced using recycled raw materials.
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Eva Baumann becomes the new CEO of the CHT Group
As of April 1, 2024, Eva Baumann takes over the position of CEO in our company. Together with Prof. Dr. Klaus Müller, who acts as CFO, she forms the management of the internationally active CHT Group.
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Archroma, G-Star RAW and Advance Denim promote cleaner denim production
With the aim to help the denim industry reduce the environmental impact of its wastewater and move towards circularity, three leaders from across the denim supply chain have renewed their joint commitment to the production of aniline-free denim apparel based on Archroma’s DENISOL® PURE INDIGO 30.
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Covestro advocates its environmentally friendly Waterborne PU Coatings at the International Technical Textiles Symposium (ITTS)
In recent years, many downstream sports and fashion brands have set ambitious carbon-neutral targets, thereby driving the transformation of upstream processing industries. In response to this trend, Covestro, as an expert in waterborne polyurethane (PU) coatings, presented a technical topic titled “Circular Textile Coatings Solutions with INSQIN®” at the 16th International Technical Textiles Symposium 2024 on March 20th.
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Sparxell raises $3.2m to advance development of sustainable pigments
Sparxell, the UK-based developer of high-performance, sustainable, plant-based pigments, has completed a $3.2m funding round (comprising seed investments, grants, and awards) to accelerate development and commercialisation of products which will eliminate synthetic chemicals from colourants in multi-billion dollar markets including in cosmetics, fashion, paint, and packaging.
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CHT presents tailor-made and modern product and process solutions at Techtextil
From 23 to 26 April 2024 CHT's coating and finishing experts will be presenting tailor-made and modern product and process solutions for optimized performance and functionality of technical textiles at stand B11 in Hall 11.0 at the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and functional apparel textiles.
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New! Introducing the Supplier to Zero Reviewer Application
A new application is now available in the Solution Provider Platform: Supplier to Zero Reviewer.
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Archroma introduces ALBAFIX® ECO PLUS
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has developed a new wet-fastness improver that helps brands and mills produce durable clothing, towels, linens and other textile products with long-lasting colors without compromising on quality or introducing hazardous chemicals.
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Archroma and Pointcarre collaborate to bring more color to the textile industry’s digital workflow
Archroma Textile Effects, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, is bringing its entire portfolio of 5,760 colors to enrich the Pointcarre digital textile design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system.
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Julien Born appointed CEO of HEIQ AEONIQ Holding to lead global expansion
HeiQ, a leader in textile innovation, proudly announces the appointment of Julien Born as Chief Executive Officer of HeiQ AeoniQ Holding, where he will champion the growth of HeiQ AeoniQ™, a game-changing cellulosic filament fiber.
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