#Digital Printing

2024-09-17

Textile Printing & Sustainability announces final event programme

With four weeks to go, the second edition of Textile Printing & Sustain- ability (TPS) conference unveils an agenda full of inspiring and engaging content. Presentations held by experts from industry and research centres focus on technology choices, automation practices and envi- ronmentally conscious business models. The event takes place on 15-16 October 2024 at Radisson Blue Conference Hotel Düsseldorf and welcomes audiences from all stages of a textile value chain.

“We all feel the necessity and pressure of the EU Green Deal. Can it turn into advantage for European industry which will then lead by example?”, asks Peter Buttiens from the European Specialist Printing Manufacturers Association, organiser of TPS. “While decoration is only part of the textile market, we too want to work and exchange know how on the next steps toward a healthier and more sustainable environment.”

Each conference session opens with a keynote address. Daniel Waterkamp from bluesign updates on the impact of Digital Product Passport requirements, while Andreas Bayer from the German Textile Chemistry Associa- tion (TEGEWA) analyses the recently launched Eco-design for Sustainable Product Regulation. Stefan Schmidt from the Association for Finishing, Yarns and Technical Textiles (IVGT) discusses future-proof textile training programmes. Dr Judith Deriu from University of Innsbruck introduces her research on plant-based screen printing inks. Debbie McKeegan from Texintel explores the shift in vendor chain from design to production, and David Sweetnam from Keypoint Intelligence presents findings from a comprehensive direct-to-film (DTF) market study. Finally, designer Samira Lafkioui from Polygonal looks into the future of garment quality.

Two-day conference programme is complemented by technology-and-solutions talks offered by industry’s leading suppliers of print systems, workflow software, inks and other consumables. All of them reconnect with the audience in the networking area, including tabletops by Armor, Avient, Balta-Captiqs, Brenntag, Brother, Centexbel, CHT, Digital Serigraphic Technologies, Fiery, Fujifilm Ink Solutions, Hohenstein, Kornit, Kronos, Marabu, Meteor Inkjet, Mimaki, Neenah Coldenhove, Norafin and Orion.

On the 14th of October, delegates to TPS 2024 are invited to a tour through the nearby Kornit Experience Center. There, they will witness Kornit’s various solutions for markets such as fashion, home décor, sportswear, and customised design. All interested will be picked up at the Radisson hotel and brought back afterwards.

More info: tps-conference.com

Last tabletop spaces are available and all interested in booking should contact info@esma.com.

IPI 2025 keynotes unveiled: Robotics, human-machine interfaces, and the future of industrial printing

The Industrial Print Integration (IPI) Conference 2025, the leading event for functional and industrial printing, has announced its keynote programme. Taking place 12–13 November 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Düsseldorf-Neuss, IPI 2025 will deliver insights from global research institutes, technology users, and analysts on the disruptive trends shaping tomorrow’s manufacturing.

EFI and Fiery, LLC, reach agreement on Fiery acquisition of Inèdit software

Electronics For Imaging, Inc. (EFI™) today announced that it has signed an agreement for Fiery, LLC, to acquire all interests in Inèdit Software, the leading RIP and color management software company serving all brands of digital textile printers worldwide. Inèdit’s software products, including neoStampa, neoTextil and neoCatalog, serve the digital textile and specialty printing markets, and will enable Fiery to broaden its suite of solutions targeted at those markets. EFI Reggiani will continue its strong working relationship with Inèdit as an OEM partner.

Kornit Digital launches breakthrough footwear solution at ITMA Asia + CITME Singapore 2025

Kornit Digital Ltd. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit” or the “Company”), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, today announced a major industry milestone: the commercial launch of its groundbreaking digital footwear solution for sports and athleisure markets.

Flying Colours meets Kornit: A new era for garment printing

The print industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by demands for speed, sustainability, and limitless creativity. For more than 30 years, Flying Colours, a specialist in artwork and colour separation services for printers worldwide, has been at the forefront of this evolution. Now, partnering with Kornit Digital, the company is demonstrating how decades of screen-printing expertise can unlock the full potential of Mass Digital Production.

EFI Reggiani showcases next-generation digital textile printing solutions at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025

Textile companies can take full advantage of expanded print opportunities with the ground-breaking new EFI™ Reggiani textile solutions presented at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025, taking place October 28-31 at the Singapore Expo, Hall 6 – Booth C113. ITMA Asia will be the occasion to announce the enhanced version of EFI™ Reggiani HYPER series. Building on the proven success of its predecessor, the upgraded HYPER delivers higher printing speeds, enhanced connectivity, and outstanding image quality, pushing the limits of productivity and precision even further.

Knitex Industries Ltd. (Mondol Group) invests in advanced Mahlo technology

Bangladesh’s Knittex Industries Ltd. is known for its commitment to top-quality knitwear and responsible produc-tion. To further enhance fabric quality, the company has invested in a Mahlo Orthopac RVMC-15 weft straightener. Installed by Tootal Quality Resources, the system ensures perfect fabric alignment and supports Knittex’s goal of continuous improvement.

Room for more: experience brand diversity at Heimtextil 2026

Interior designers are planners, craftspeople, consultants and designers all at once. Many of them work alone or in small teams - under high time pressure, with a clear goal: to design rooms that are harmonious down to the last detail. This makes it all the more important to have offerings that provide guidance, open up new perspectives and support the development of holistic solutions. Heimtextil 2026, taking place from 13 to 16 January in Frankfurt, offers exactly that: a newly structured hall concept that enables targeted comparisons, saves time and provides valuable inspiration for consulting practice.

Nike becomes anchor customer for Loop Industries’ Infinite Loop™ India facility

Loop Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq:LOOP) (“Loop”), a clean technology company accelerating the circular economy, today announced a multi-year offtake agreement with NIKE, Inc. (“Nike”), the global leader in athletic footwear and apparel. Under the agreement, Loop will supply Twist™, its virgin-quality circular polyester resin made exclusively from textile waste, establishing Nike as the anchor customer for the Infinite Loop™ India manufacturing facility which is being constructed in partnership with Ester Industries.