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Packaging Sacks - A very modern sack factory in Romania
PACKAGING SACKS - A VERY MODERN SACK FACTORY IN ROMANIA
The Conterra company in Focsani, Romania, recently has taken up the full-time production of circular-woven packaging sacks. Th
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“We clearly see that reliability, flexibility, service and total cost of ownership are becoming increasingly important again.”
The nonwovens industry continues to face a challenging market environment. Nevertheless, AUTEFA Solutions reports successful projects, new line sales and growing demand for energy-efficient and flexible solutions. In this interview, André Imhof of AUTEFA Solutions talks about competitiveness against Chinese suppliers, new service and recycling concepts, the growing importance of application development and the opportunities created by countercyclical investments.
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“Needle punching technology is more universal and sustainable than ever!”
Needle punching technology was long regarded as a rather traditional and comparatively slow technology within the nonwovens industry. In this interview, Johann Philipp Dilo explains why needle punching is more relevant than ever today – ranging from energy efficiency and resource conservation to hygiene applications, new machine concepts and design-oriented nonwoven solutions.
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Textile climate control system in workwear – exhibition at the 2026 SME Innovation Day!
Conventional protective workwear often reaches its limits during strenuous physical activity. In particular, the transport of sweat and excess body heat poses a problem. The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF) conducted research on flow-optimized, air-conducting textile structures that enable targeted climate control directly on the body. These structures can be integrated straight into protective work garments. The textile climate control system supports the body’s natural thermoregulation. This contributes to improved workplace safety and comfort.
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PET spunbond from China – EDANA welcomes imposition of provisional anti-dumping measures
On 13 May 2026, after eight months of investigation, the European Commission imposed provisional anti-dumping duties of 45.6-50.0% on imports of PET spunbond from China. EDANA welcomes this expression of the Commission’s clear determination to protect EU industries from the unfair trade practices of Chinese producers.
