Recycling
Researchers separate cotton from polyester in blended fabric
In a new study, North Carolina State University researchers found they could separate blended cotton and polyester fabric using enzymes – nature’s tools for speeding chemical reactions. Ultimately, they hope their findings will lead to a more efficient way to recycle the fabric’s component materials, thereby reducing textile waste.
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Delivery of "Thermofix TFE" Flatbelt Laminator
Company Horda Stans AB, based in Horda / Sweden recently installed a “Thermofix TFE” flatbed-laminator from Schott & Meissner Maschinen- und Anlagenbau GmbH.
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EU’s proposed crackdown on greenwashing takes aim at bogus certification, falls short of banning climate-washing claims
The European Commission took a swipe at greenwashing in the name of consumer protection today with the proposal for a Directive on Green Claims. The proposal means that any companies making green claims will need to provide much more information to consumers to justify their claims, including not hiding any important environmental impacts.
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Haelixa added to the Denim Deal
The steering committee for the Denim Deal has announced that Haelixa, the Swiss standard in physical traceability, is approved as a new signature. The Denim Deal is an international collaboration of more than 50 private and public sector companies united in the commitment to produce denim more circularly.
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Global melt blown nonwovens market size & analysis
According to a recently revamped/updated market research report published by Global Market Estimates, the Global Melt Blown Nonwovens Market is projected to grow from USD 9.5 Billion in 2023 to USD 17.8 Billion in 2028 at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2023 to 2028.
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ACCELERATING CIRCULARITY launches cellulosic textile-to-textile trials in Europe
Accelerating Circularity’s mission is to catalyze new supply chains and business models to turn spent textiles into mainstream raw materials. The vision is a world in which textiles are no longer wasted and millions of tons of waste are diverted from landfill and incineration.
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75 years of Trützschler in Mönchengladbach: On its birthday, the long-established company wishes for young talent
It’s time to celebrate for Trützschler: 75 years ago, the family business founded its headquarters in Mönchengladbach-Odenkirchen. Now, it looks back on a long tradition of training young people. The site in Mönchengladbach is officially three-quarters of a century old – and is still a dynamic place to work. To keep it that way, Trützschler is looking for motivated young employees.
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One of the most common misconceptions about cotton is that it is a ‘thirsty crop’, a plant that requires a large amount of water to grow when compared to other crops. In reality, cotton is an inherently heat and drought-tolerant crop, and not a proportionately high consumer of irrigation water when compared to many other crops such as rice, wheat, maize, soybeans and fodder crops.
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ITI’s ExtendSim line of multi-purpose, dynamic modeling and analysis products complements the ANDRITZ Metris Digital Solution portfolio and differentiates ANDRITZ's approach towards lifecycle modeling and autonomous operation significantly.
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Next Level Apparel (“NLA” or “the company”) today announced an exciting new partnership with Grupo M, a leading textile manufacturer, to provide nearshore production while supporting NLA’s move to 100% U.S. cotton for its entire apparel line.
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The HKTDC Export Index grew 9.3 points to 39.0 in January-March this year, indicating a significant improvement in business sentiment among Hong Kong exporters after borders between Hong Kong and Mainland China reopened in early February. Full benefits are expected to materialise in coming months.
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ExxonMobil showcases model baby diaper incorporating its portfolio of products for innovative hygiene solutions at INDEX™23
ExxonMobil will demonstrate its industry leadership by presenting its broad portfolio of products that enable innovative solutions with sustainability benefits for hygiene and personal care applications at INDEX™23 (booth 2115). This extensive portfolio includes ExxonMobil™ PP, Achieve™ Advanced PP (polypropylene) and Vistamaxx™ performance polymers that can be used to create differentiated hygiene and personal care products.
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Six materials nominated for the Innovation Award “Renewable Material of the Year 2023”
New materials will enable sustainable products in areas such as textiles, cosmetics, packaging, as well as elastic and biodegradable materials for a variety of applications. Participants at the “Renewable Materials Conference” will vote for the winners.
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Flexible Bend Control: The game-changer for perfect carding gap settings
The new Trützschler Flexible Bend Control (FBC) service device ensures the perfect flat setting for all Trützschler cards within just a few seconds.
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BRÜCKNER presents new trends of the machinery technology on INDEX Geneva
On the occasion of this year's nonwovens exhibition INDEX in Geneva from 18 to 21 April 2023, the world's leading manufacturer of textile machinery BRÜCKNER will not only inform about its well-known delivery program which includes almost all types of dryers, thermofusion and heat-setting ovens with mainly convective heat transfer, but also about the latest trends in machinery technology and the related process technology.
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Registration for the 38th World Fashion Convention now open!
IAF and SPESA are proud to announce that the registration for the 38th World Fashion Convention to be held October 22-25 in Philadelphia is now open. We are hosting this 2023 edition of our annual Convention together with our US member association SPESA, the Sewn Products Equipment Suppliers of the Americas and with the support of AAFA, the American Apparel and Footwear Association.
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SGL Carbon reports best operating result in more than ten years - transformation successfully completed
SGL Carbon demonstrated the resilience of its business model in a challenging market environment and was again able to improve sales and earnings in fiscal year 2022 following 2021. All four business units contributed to this success.
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The Board of Directors of SABIC, a global leader in the chemicals industry, confirmed the appointment of Mr. Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Member of the Board, effective March 21, 2023. Al-Fageeh has served as acting CEO of SABIC since September 28, 2022, succeeding H.E. Mr Yousef Al-Benyan who was appointed Minister of Education for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Royal Decree.
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The ISPO Award is to receive a new sustainable check: All applications for an ISPO Award will now be subject to an anti-greenwashing evaluation conducted by the highly respected textile and industry expert Louisa Smith. She will check such things as information about sustainability, finishing, manufacturing processes, circularity and recyclability.
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Inditex, the fashion retail group behind Zara, Pull&Bear, Massimo Dutti, Bershka, Stradivarius, Oysho and Zara Home has signed a significant €15 million agreement with Conservation International, the global nonprofit environmental organization. The purpose of Inditex’s contribution is to expand and scale the work of the Regenerative Fund for Nature – launched in 2021 by Conservation International and Kering with the goal of transforming 1,000,000 hectares of crop and rangelands into regenerative agricultural systems by 2026.
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A handover at Lenze SE: on May 1, 2023, Dr.-Ing. Claus Bischoff (49) will become the new CTO of the global automation specialist. He succeeds Dipl.-Ing. Frank Maier (60), who is leaving the company on April 30 after 14 years on the Executive Board and 18 years with the company to devote more time to his family and personal interests. As Chief Technology Officer, Bischoff will be responsible for Research & Development and Innovation. In this role, he will continue to drive the digital transformation of the company and the technological development of Lenze's range of services.
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Birla Cellulose retains the highest 'Dark Green Shirt' category for three consecutive years in the Canopy Hot Button report
Birla Cellulose, the pulp and fibre business of the Aditya Birla Group, has secured the highest category in Canopy's Hot Button report, 2022 for the third consecutive year.
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Consumer protection: enabling sustainable choices and ending greenwashing
Today, the Commission is proposing common criteria against greenwashing and misleading environmental claims. Under today's proposal, consumers will have more clarity, stronger reassurance that when something is sold as green, it actually is green, and better quality information to choose environment-friendly products and services.
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Right to repair: Commission introduces new consumer rights for easy and attractive repairs
Today, the European Commission adopted a new proposal on common rules promoting the repair of goods, which will result in savings for consumers and support the objectives of the European Green Deal by reducing waste, among others. Over the last decades, replacement has often been prioritised over repair whenever products become defective and insufficient incentives have been given to consumers to repair their goods when the legal guarantee expires.
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Net-Zero Industry Act: Making the EU the home of clean technologies manufacturing and green jobs
Today, the Commission proposed the Net-Zero Industry Act to scale up manufacturing of clean technologies in the EU and make sure the Union is well-equipped for the clean-energy transition. This initiative was announced by President von der Leyen as a part of the Green Deal Industrial Plan.
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Joint Statement on online sales loophole
EURATEX and 30 other European NGOs and industry organisations signed a joint statement on products sold online entering the European market.
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Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas spotlight education, training and innovation for the 2023 edition
As a leading business platform, Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas aim to bring decision makers from all of the major industries that touch technical textiles, nonwovens, sewn products, equipment and technology together in one place to experience the latest innovations.
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Knitting & Hosiery
Package with digital innovations
Optimizations, further developments and innovations are an integral part of STOLL's activities. For a fast, flexible transfer of detailed demand-oriented innovations into the production workflow of its customers, STOLL develops targeted solutions for more benefits of its machines (Fig. 1) and combines them into bundles. The first innovation packages were launched in spring 2022 and were very well received on the market. Now there is another upgrade package that focuses on the software of the machines.
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Fully booked: strong showing of exhibitors at next week’s Yarn Expo Spring 2023
After some time away, international and domestic industry players have proved their eagerness to congregate once again at one of Asia’s leading yarn and fibre trading platforms, with the fair at maximum capacity. Covering 27,000 sqm gross in hall 8.2 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), major zones include Fancy Yarn, Cashmere Yarn, Wool Yarn, Linen Yarn, Cotton Yarn, Chemical Fibre, and Overseas Yarn.
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Iconic fashion producer Motty Reif and Kornit Digital CEO Ronen Samuel opened ‘Kornit 2023 Tel Aviv FAC Fashion Week’ with meaningful and exciting gala
Initiated by entrepreneur and iconic fashion producer Motty Reif, and being held for the 12th time, Kornit 2023 Tel Aviv FAC (Fashion Agenda Community) Fashion Week presented the new and comprehensive FAC – Fashion Agenda Community – concept by Reif highlighting the importance of sustainability, diversity, equality, and inclusion in fashion.
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Radici EcoMaterials means 360-degree sustainability
A little over three years have passed since RadiciGroup announced the acquisition of Zeta Polimeri, an Italian company headquartered in Buronzo (VC) with over 30 years' experience in the recovery of pre- and post-consumer synthetic fibres and thermoplastic materials. Today, the company has become a full member of the Group with its new name Radici EcoMaterials Srl.
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Mahlo presents a wide range of sensors at INDEX23
When the nonwoven industry meets at the leading trade fair INDEX in Geneva from 18 to 21 April, the expert team of Mahlo GmbH + Co KG awaits trade visitors from all over the world at stand 4112. They can find out how the right measurement technology enables more efficient and high-quality production of nonwovens. Thanks to a broad sensor portfolio, Mahlo offers the right solution for virtually any application.
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Purecare launches premium Celliant® viscose bedding offering
Purecare, the wellness-focused bedding essentials manufacturer and category leader, has launched sheets and pillowcases with CELLIANT® Viscose, the first time the fiber has used been in luxury bedding products in a new offering aptly named the “Recovery Collection.” CELLIANT Viscose, which converts body heat into infrared energy, promotes local circulation and helps regulate body temperature so you sleep more comfortably and wake up refreshed and rejuvenated. It is also a unique combination of nature and performance, as the CELLIANT bio-responsive minerals are embedded into plant-based fibers.
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HAKRO en route to a circular economy
The global Cradle to Cradle Certified® standard is awarded by the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute (C2CPII), a non-profit organisation which works to advance the circular economy and guarantee safe products. In its certification process the Institute assesses materials and products in reference to five categories: material health, material cycle, renewable energies, water management and social responsibility.
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Innovative nonwovens production by ANDRITZ at INDEX23
ANDRITZ will participate with 195 sqm and will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production and textile solutions at INDEX23 in Geneva, Switzerland, from April 18-21 (booth 2114).
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BTMA welcomes digital dyeing and finishing pioneer Alchemie
Alchemie Technology is the latest fast-rising company to join the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA), as all of the organisation’s members gear up to showcase an array of new innovations at ITMA 2023 in Milan from June 8-14 this year.
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