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New technology offers a window into the lungs
Freudenberg and Swisstom AG have developed an innovative system that combines electrical impedance tomography (EIT) with an electrode belt for the real-time monitoring of the human lungs.
News11 Dec 2014New York cotton futures ease
New York cotton futures were under renewed pressure on Wednesday following an estimate from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) that the global cotton stocks have hit a record high and cotton consumption is lower than production.
News11 Dec 2014Indian cotton values recover
Supported by procurement by Cotton Corporation of India, local cotton prices inched up marginally this week.
News11 Dec 2014Pakistan cotton prices stable
The Pakistan cotton market was still anaemic this week as most buyers carried on a hand-to-mouth buying strategy.
Domtar invests US$160m in fluff pulp line
Domtar Corporation is investing U$160 million in a project to convert a paper machine at its Ashdown, Arkansas mill into a high quality fluff pulp line used in absorbent applications such as baby diapers, feminine hygiene and adult incontinence products.
Shima to exhibit in Ludhiana
Japanese computerised flat knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki is to exhibit at the forthcoming Knit World 2015 21st International Exhibition in Ludhiana, India in January.
Insight11 Dec 2014Geo-knits help harvest water in arid regions
While only 5% of all geotextiles are crocheted or knitted, these goods are being used increasingly in bionic projects – which take their inspiration from processes in nature.
AVA to debut new software at Heimtextil 2015
AVA is set to unveil new software at Heimtextil 2015, in Frankfurt, Germany, marking AVA's 10th Anniversary as an exhibitor.
Native North American cultures inspire Stoll a/w 2015/16 collection
Stoll’s autumn/winter 2015/16 collection is inspired by the native cultures of North America, as well as current sportswear and fashion trends.
Inherent ‘smart’ garments developed
Optical technology from product design and development firm Cambridge Consultants has led to creation of a new generation of wearable technology. XelfleX is a novel type of ‘smart’ textile that turns garments into active motion sensors.
News10 Dec 2014Thermore’s sustainable down alternative enters the sportswear sector
Thermore, the Italian-based producer and marketer of thermal insulation fibres for apparel and sleeping bags, has released its EVOdown concept into the sportswear and outdoor market.
SDC appoints new Trustees
The Society Dyers and Colourists (SDC) today announced a number of changes to its’ Board of Trustees following an Extraordinary General Meeting on November 8, and a subsequent Board meeting.
BASF gets to work on new Innovation Campus
Global chemical giant BASF held a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday for its new Innovation Campus in Navi Mumbai, India.
News10 Dec 2014Your Print Partner invests in new Mimaki
As a result of increased demand and an ever expanding product range, Your Print Partner has invested in a new Mimaki JV5-320DS dye sublimation printer, capable of printing on 3.2m wide rolls of fabric. As well as improving efficiency, decreasing set up times and reducing fabric wastage, the new printer optimises the potential for new product development and brings the company’s annual print capacity up to 250,000m².
Web Industries brings “Big Roll Converting” to CPG market
Web Industries, Inc, a provider of contract converting and manufacturing services, has expanded the range of converting options it offers the consumer packaged goods (CPG) market by acquiring additional high-speed, wide-width capabilities.
Lidl commits to toxic-free textiles by 2020
The world's second largest discounter Lidl has announced it is committed to eliminating all hazardous chemicals from its textile production by 1 January, 2020.
News10 Dec 2014China polyester filament yarn production rises moderately during October
Data from China National Bureau of Statistics shows that polyester filament yarn production continued to recover in October, climbing to 2.29 million tonnes, up 4.24% on the previous month.
News10 Dec 2014China apparel exports grow during 2014
According to China Customs, garment exports during October tumbled 10.69% from the previous month to US$ 16.79 billion, extending its declining trend from August when the shipments hit the record high.
News10 Dec 2014Orla McCarthy wins SDC International Design Competition 2014
Orla McCarthy, a Textiles and Surface Design graduate from the National College of Art and Design in Dublin, Ireland, has been announced as the winner of the SDC International Design Competition 2014 at an awards event held at Huizhou University in China.
News10 Dec 2014China cotton fabric production loses steam during 2014
Data from China National Bureau of Statistics indicates that cotton fabric production in October continued its recovery from the deep correction during July and August.
News10 Dec 2014China yarn exports continue to rise
According to China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Textile and Apparel (CCCT), yarn exports during October reached 327,000 tonnes, up 4.14% on September, bucking the shrinking trend of last two months.
Reliance enters joint venture for new global textile business
Reliance Industries Limited India (RIL) is forming a new joint venture in textiles with Shandong Ruyi Science and Technology Group.
Bayer wraps up major investment
Bayer MaterialScience has concluded a major capital expenditure project with the launch of a world-scale TDI chemical plant at its Dormagen site in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Review9 Dec 2014Mimaki to showcase digital textile solutions at Heimtextil 2015
Mimaki is set to showcase its latest textile printing technology at Heimtextil 2015, the international trade fair for home and contract textiles. The event will take place at Messe Frankfurt, Germany, from January 14th to 17th, 2015 and Mimaki will be on stand G15 in Hall 4.0.