Nonwovens / Technical Textiles
ANDRITZ bast fiber lines for flax processing start up at Van Robaeys
International technology group ANDRITZ supplied and recently commissioned two new refining and cottonizing lines for Van Robaeys, France. These fully customized teXline bast fiber lines enable the company to increase its production of textile fibers from flax.
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Registration opens for FiltXPO™ 2025
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced that registration is open for FiltXPO™ 2025, the International Filtration Conference and Exhibition, on April 29-May 1, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida.
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Autoneum further optimizes environmental performance of sustainable Pure technologies for Renault Emblème
Autoneum has supported Renault Group in the development of Renault Emblème, a low-carbon demonstration car designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent over its entire life cycle. As a key partner of the project, Autoneum further optimized the environmental performance of its sustainable Pure technologies, which were used for numerous components in the vehicle interior and exterior.
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Cinte Techtextil China returns with debut zones in early September 2025, harnessing sub-sector market potential
From 3 to 5 September, Cinte Techtextil China will return to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, with new features capitalising on market growth. In addition to its regular European Zone, the upcoming edition will launch two product zones, namely the Medtech & Protech Zone and the Mobiltech Zone, alongside other precisely crafted features. With innovation and sustainability at its heart, the fair’s fringe programme will include events such as Econogy Talks, an innovative product showcase and other themed conferences and presentations, maximising promotion and information exchange between fairgoers.
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Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Austrian Fibers Institute announce collaboration to host Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference at Techtextil India Symposium 2025
As the global demand for technical textiles surges, India is emerging as a key hub for innovation and growth. Recognizing the vast potential of this evolving market, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India is proud to announce a ground-breaking collaboration for ‘Techtextil India - the country’s premier platform for the technical textiles industry with Austrian Fibers Institute.
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Milliken & Company becomes first textile manufacturer to offer Non-PFAS materials for every layer of firefighter turnout gear
Global diversified manufacturing leader Milliken & Company announced that it is the first textile manufacturer to offer non-PFAS materials for all three layers of firefighter turnout gear, including outer shell, thermal liner, and moisture barrier. Access to all three layers from a single U.S.-based supplier allows garment manufacturers to test the fabrics as a system while ensuring a complete chain of custody for the material — which can minimize delays and get gear into the hands of firefighters faster.
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INDA opens registration for IDEA®25: Conference & exhibition to focus on advancing sustainability in nonwovens
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, today announced that registration is open for the IDEA®25 International Conference and Exhibition on April 29-May 1, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida.
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Swedish automation keeps filter products moving
Members of TMAS – the Swedish textile machinery association – are providing crucial manufacturing and automation services to the filtration sector, which is an often invisible but very significant part of the global textile industry.
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ANDRITZ introduces new pilot line for dry molded fiber production
International technology group ANDRITZ has inaugurated a new technical center in Montbonnot, France, dedicated to advancing solutions for dry molded fiber production. Dry molded fiber (DMF) production uses a nearly waterless process to convert cellulose fibers into three-dimensional products for sustainable packaging. Based on its strategic partnership with the Swedish DMF pioneer PulPac, ANDRITZ is now able to offer complete dry molded fiber lines.
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EDANA’s Line-Up of Events and Trainings for 2025
EDANA, the leading global association serving the nonwovens and related industries, is proud to announce its comprehensive program of events and training courses for 2025. Designed to foster innovation, sustainability, and industry expertise, the calendar highlights EDANA’s ongoing commitment to supporting the growth and evolution of the sector.
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Mark Ushpol appointed EVP, Americas business area at Suominen
Mark Ushpol has been appointed Executive Vice President, Americas business area at Suominen. He will be a member of Suominen's Executive Management Team and report to President and CEO Tommi Björnman. Ushpol will start in his new position on January 6, 2025.
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EDANA announces FILTREX™ 2025: Premier filtration conference and exhibition in Vienna
EDANA, the leading global association serving the nonwovens and related industries, is pleased to announce the upcoming FILTREX™ 2025 conference and tabletop exhibition. This premier event for filtration professionals will take place on 25-26 March 2025 at the Hilton Waterfront Hotel in Vienna, Austria.
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EDANA and INDA release the Global Nonwoven Markets Report 2023-2028
EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, and INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, are pleased to announce the release of the Global Nonwoven Markets Report, A Comprehensive Survey and Outlook, 2023 - 2028, now available for purchase through both INDA’s and EDANA’s websites. EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, and INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, are pleased to announce the release of the Global Nonwoven Markets Report, A Comprehensive Survey and Outlook, 2023 - 2028, now available for purchase through both INDA’s and EDANA’s websites.
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President Biden announces limited trade actions on fine-denier polyester staple fiber in section 201 safeguard case
Last week, the White House announced that President Joe Biden would not implement a tariff rate quota on imports of fine-denier polyester staple fiber (PSF) in response to a section 201 safeguard case filed by U.S.-based fiber producers.
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Innovating for New Mobility: Autoneum expands global research and development capacities
In line with the new Level Up corporate strategy, which focuses on innovation and a future-fit product portfolio among other things, Autoneum has further expanded its research and development activities in 2024 with a particular focus on New Mobility. In addition to establishing a specialized team to accelerate the development and market readiness of novel products and technologies for electric vehicles, the Company has complemented its global innovation network with a new Research & Technology (R&T) Center in Shanghai, China.
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