#Textile processing

2023-06-01

Coloreel reaches milestone with its 100th patent, strengthening its robust patent portfolio

Coloreel embroidery patent - Photographer: Fabian Bjornstjarna

Coloreel has obtained its 100th patent, adding to its already substantial portfolio of worldwide patents for its innovative digital thread dyeing technology.

Coloreel’s technology allows any embroidery machine to instantly customize thread color during production. Paired with Coloreel, embroidery machines can access millions of precise colors in real time.

The company has in total 14 patent families which are active in 45 key countries. This comprehensive range of patents currently in use covering all essential aspects of Coloreel’s technology and products. The patents cover the current embroidery application, as well as potential future business areas like industrial sewing, knitting, and more.

Coloreel started around the idea to reduce waste, enable design freedom, and make embroidery production more efficient. With this latest achievement, Coloreel can ensure its ability to safeguard its unique position within the embroidery industry whilst it develops and expands its business globally.

Michael Almroth, VP Research Development © 2023 Coloreel

"We are proud to have obtained worldwide patent protection for our Coloreel technology. These patents allow us to expand our presence, enter new markets, and shape the future of the embroidery industry. We look forward to the possibilities that lie ahead as we continue to innovate Coloreel’s technology and products." Says Michael Almroth, VP Research & Development at Coloreel.

Coloreel Group AB files for bankruptcy

Coloreel Group AB, a pioneering Swedish technology company known for its instant thread dyeing technology, today announced that it has filed for bankruptcy. The decision comes after the company's inability to develop its business volume quickly enough and, related to this, secure the necessary financing.

Groz-Beckert showcases textile innovation at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore

From October 28 to 31, 2025, the global textile industry will gather at ITMA Asia + CITME at the Singapore Expo, where Groz-Beckert will present its latest highlights and innovations across its six product areas – Knitting, Weaving, Nonwovens, Tufting, Sewing, and Spinning – at Hall 5, Booth B301.

Jeanologia shapes the denim of the future at Kingpins with ‘Mediterranean Soul’

Jeanologia, the global leader in sustainable technologies for the textile industry, returns to Kingpins Amsterdam with its new collection “Mediterranean Soul”, blending nature, creativity, and technology to prove that authentic denim can be designed and produced with efficiency and minimal environmental impact.

Toray develops recycling technology that retains carbon fiber strength and surface quality

Toray Industries, Inc., announced today that it has developed a recycling technology that can decompose diverse carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) made from thermosetting resins while retaining the strength and surface quality of those fibers. The company drew on this technology to create a nonwoven fabric employing recycled carbon fibers.

Panty liners prevent bacterial vaginosis

Worldwide, almost one third of women of childbearing age suffer from bacterial vaginosis. This is when the sensitive microbiome of the vagina becomes unbalanced. Such a disorder of the vaginal flora can cause urogenital infections, abscesses on the ovaries or fallopian tubes or premature births. This significantly increases the risk of infertility in women and of contracting a sexually transmitted disease or HIV.

PERFORMANCE DAYS sets benchmarks with record attendance & strong industry presence

With around 4,500 professional visitors and 515 exhibitors, PERFORMANCE DAYS closed its doors on October 30, 2025, after two highly successful days in Munich. Expanded show areas, an international audience, a top-class Expert Talks program, and an inspiring DAY 0 Conference with an innovative concept underlined one thing clearly: PERFORMANCE DAYS has become the leading business platform for the functional textile industry.