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Insight23 Nov 2021

Capitalising on flat knitting technology

An engineered knitting (E-Knit) technique for multiple applications has been developed by the knitting subsidiary of MAS Holdings. Jessica Owen talks to the team to find out more.

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Insight23 Nov 2021

Mutoh and STS collaborate on DTF printer

Mutoh Europe and STS Europe have joined forces to launch the new STS Modular direct-to-film (DTF) printer. The machine was showcased at October’s FESPA Global Print Expo in Amsterdam.

Digital PrintingResearch & Development

Prices23 Nov 2021

Executive Market Report - 23 November 2021

The European Union Commission has proposed new legislation on the export of waste, to overhaul current restrictions and introduce new digital reporting obligations on both intra- and extra-EU waste shipments.

FibresYarnsMarkets & Prices

Intelligence23 Nov 2021

Cannabis liberalisation easing controls on hemp fibre production

The increasing decriminalisation and legalisation of cannabis as a recreational and medicinal substance has encouraged the rebirth of hemp as a fibre crop. To what extent can the textile & apparel industry invest in this opportunity?

ApparelNaturalResearch & Development

Insight23 Nov 2021

Can digitalisation support water conservation?

Otis Robinson speaks with specialty chemicals company Officina+39 about its water circularity efforts and how digitalisation could support water conservation.

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Innovation Briefing22 Nov 2021

Developments in algae-based photosynthetic materials

WTiN investigates regenerative photosynthetic materials, observing academic and commercial developments from Delft University of Technology and Post Carbon Lab respectively.

DyeingFinishingResearch & Development

Intelligence22 Nov 2021

The digitalisation of flat knitting

*WTiN Textile 4.0* explores the history of knitting technologies and how new automation and Industry 4.0 technologies have enhanced the efficiency and sustainability of the process.

YarnsFabricsManufacturing Technology

Insight22 Nov 2021

WT Medica 2021: Five companies to watch

The Wearable Technologies Show 2021 at Medica took place between 15 and 18 November 2021. Jessica Owen recognises five companies and their textile-related innovations to keep an eye on.

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Presentation22 Nov 2021

Textile recycling: Misconceptions, innovations and outlook

The widescale, everyday adoption of sportwear and athleisure has been catalysed by the Covid-19 pandemic, as shoppers seek dawn to dusk comfort and functionality.

ApparelManufacturing Technology

Prices19 Nov 2021

Wool Market Report - 19 November 2021

A comprehensive weekly round-up and analysis of price developments at the major wool auctions around the world.

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Intelligence19 Nov 2021

Can ionic liquids offer next-gen man-made cellulosics?

As the industry increasingly craves solutions to sustainable and responsible sourcing, WTiN reports on the research avenues surrounding ionic liquid solvents, which may unlock revolutionised man-made cellulosic fibre production.

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Insight19 Nov 2021

Exploring sustainable in-store garment colouring

Ralph Lauren could be implementing sustainable, zero waste-water cotton dyeing in its stores as soon as Q2 2022.

DyeingCoatingManufacturing Technology

Insight19 Nov 2021

Exploring hemp insulation’s carbon footprint

Mattie Mead, CEO and founder of Hempitecture, talks to Jessica Owen about the company’s hemp-based insulation and its new US manufacturing facility.

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Insight19 Nov 2021

A positive Q3 for Italian machinery orders

The index of orders for Italian textile machinery grew by 66% between July and September 2021 (Q3), compared to the same time in 2020.

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Insight19 Nov 2021

Polyprint establishes Iberian DTG division

The digital print original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Polyprint has expanded its operations by establishing a work division for its customer base in Spain.

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Prices19 Nov 2021

NCWSBA Australian Wool Market Report - 19 November 2021

Weekly analysis of the Australian Wool Market by Paul Deane, executive director of the National Council of Wool Selling Brokers of Australia.

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Podcast19 Nov 2021

Ep. 78: Digitising safety workwear

This week’s guest on The WTiN Podcast is David Dillon, smart apparel business lead at W L Gore.

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Insightfree18 Nov 2021

Successful 2021 leaves knit industry in good stead

Brenda Dionisi, Liz Newmark, Barbara Barkhausen, Barbara Bierach, Sarah Gibbons and Keith Nuthall round up some of the most interesting knit-related developments from the past year.

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Insight18 Nov 2021

Accommodating Brazil’s growing digital print market

Harry McMullen speaks with Dailton Teruel, director at Weave Design, a São Paulo-based digital print house, on the benefits of digital solutions and how Brazilian social mobility is beneficial for the digital print business.

FinishingDigital PrintingManufacturing Technology

Intelligence18 Nov 2021

Digital textile industry review H1 2021

Joseph Link reviews the digital textile printing market in the first half of 2021, providing industry forecasts and analysing a raft of the themes and trends that are set to transform the industry post-pandemic.

Digital PrintingManufacturing Technology

Review17 Nov 2021

Building e-textiles for commercialisation and scale

IFAI explores ways of building e-textiles and wearables for full commercialisation and scale. Marie O’Mahony reports.

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Insight16 Nov 2021

Tunisian textiles target growth despite political turmoil

The leaders of the Tunisian textile industry argue that their independent development plans will help them weather Tunisia’s ongoing political storms, staying on track in growing export and internal markets.

DyeingManufacturing Technology

Prices16 Nov 2021

Executive Market Report - 15 November 2021

Chemicals production in Europe largely increased in September compared to the previous month, according to the latest data released from the EU’s statistical agency, Eurostat, this week.

FibresYarnsMarkets & Prices

Sector Analysis16 Nov 2021

Inkjet market continues V shaped recovery

In Q3 2021, the digital textile printing market enjoyed another promising three months despite a traditionally quiet August.

Digital PrintingManufacturing Technology

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