Read
Explore ideas, evidence and developments across the textile value chain.
Explore the archive
23,367 articles · latest first · 20,113–20,136
News16 Jun 2014Teijin launches high performance outerwear fabric
Teijin Frontier Co Ltd, the Teijin Group's fibre-products converting company, has developed an advanced, high-comfort, high-density fabric for outerwear, called Delta 2000.
EDANA holds hygiene products training course in Russia
EDANA, the Europe-based association representing the nonwovens and related industries, held a training course on Absorbent Hygiene Products (AHP) last week in Moscow, Russia.
Review13 Jun 2014Dornbirn MFC to examine new challenges facing European man-made fibre industry
The 53rd edition of the Dornbirn Man-Made Fibers Congress is aiming to provide a platform for discussion on new challenges in finance and economy that are impacting the European man-made fibre industry. The speakers and presentations will offer insight into their influences on innovation, efficiency and the competitiveness, when it takes place from September 10-12 in Dornbirn, Austria.
Profile13 Jun 2014Chainsaw specialists take comfort in breakthrough HyFlex protective gloves
Chainsaw manufacturer Stihl is relying on HyFlex gloves, based on Dyneema Diamond Technology, to protect its workers from cut hazards. The safety gloves are said to be the world’s first to meet the requirements of EN 388 cut level 3 in 18-gauge thinness.
Americhem offers solution dyed performance in Shanghai
Americhem Inc , which provides custom colour and additive solutions for synthetic fibres, is showcasing its solution-dye technology at this week’s ITMA ASIA + CITME exhibition in Shanghai.
News13 Jun 2014AWTA to launch Wool ComfortMeter in Shanghai
New technology to measure the comfort of wool will go on sale at ITMA Asia + CITME next week in Shanghai, China.
EPA recommends substitutes for hazardous flame retardants
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its recommendation of safer alternatives to the flame retardants now used in consumer and commercial products. Although the agency’s focus is on building insulation and flexible polyurethane foam, the chemicals it seeks to replace also have a history of application in textiles.
News13 Jun 2014Nike launches 3D printed sports bag and shin guard
Nike has launched its first 3D printed sports bags made from laser-sintered nylon with leather upper and straps.
News13 Jun 2014Prince digs deep in support of wool campaign
The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles, joined in yesterday’s celebrations of the 5th anniversary of The Campaign For Wool, with a series of activities at his official residence of Clarence House.
News13 Jun 2014Players to debut new Adidas pre-cooling concept at World Cup in Brazil
The new AdiPower pre-cooling vest and sleeves from Adidas will be worn by players from nine of the sports brand’s federations at the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, including Germany, Spain, Argentina and Colombia.
News13 Jun 2014Lectra appoints MD for French market
Textile CAD/CAM company Lectra has named Karen Elalouf as managing director for its home market, France. Ms Elalouf has more than 25 years’ experience in management and development projects. Before joining Lectra, she was sales director at Microsoft. Previously, she contributed to the expansion of SAP’s retail activity after having spent 10 years at the Galeries Lafayette Group, where she carried out several projects in the field of distribution. She has a Master’s Degree in information systems applied to business management (MIAGE) from the University of Paris-Sud.
CmiA illustration to raise child labour awareness
Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) has collaborated on a set of illustrations aiming to raise awareness of child labour issues in cotton growing regions.
Limited ‘quality’ cashmere takes its toll
The main problem currently plaguing the Chinese cashmere market is a limited quantity of quality fibre, say analysts at the Schneider Group.
Insight13 Jun 2014Aussie wool market retreats further
A relatively static wool market saw the Australian Wool Exchange’s (AWEX) Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) fall by 8 cents on the previous week’s sale (June 5).
SA mohair market up 51% on 2013
The South African mohair season closed 51% higher than 2013 and up 34% on the opening sale of the summer season.
Strong selling breeds confidence in British wool market
The final British wool sale of the 2013/14 season achieved a 99% clearance of the 1,086,960kgs on offer.
Reduced wool supply strengthens demand in New Zealand
Recent poor weather and reduced wool supplies combined to strengthen demand on the New Zealand market this week.
Edana announces renewed Board of Governors 2014-16
Edana has announced today its renewed Board of Governors for 2014-16, with Patricia Featherstone (RKW) re-elected as chair of the Board of Governors. She will be supported by vice chairs Krzysztof Malowaniec (Paul Hartmann) and Pieter Meijer (McAirlaid’s Vliesstoffe). Treasurer Paul Eevers (Unilever) will continue to serve for another term.
Optitex and Alvanon create virtual prototyping
Optitex, the CAD and virtual prototyping software provider, and Alvanon, the fit products manufacturer for the apparel industry, have joined forces to provide a digital version of the custom-designed Alvanon body forms in Optitex’s 3D Suite. The companies believe this will be a useful tool for manufacturers in the fashion and apparel sectors.
PGI acquires Providência
Polymer Group Inc (PGI) has acquired a controlling interest in Brazillian-based manufacturer of nonwovens, Companhia Providência Indústria e Comércio. The acquisition will aid PGI in reaching a broader range of customers in the Americas and globally.
News12 Jun 2014Lightweight focus for Johnstons of Elgin s/s 2015
Johnstons of Elgin is focusing on lightweight cashmere and silk blends for its spring/summer 2015 men’s and womenswear collections.
News12 Jun 2014EU dyestuffs prices up 80%
Small-business weavers and finishers in the EU are facing a difficult crisis due to price hikes of up to 80% in the dyestuffs market, said Euratex president, Alberto Paccanelli, at the Euratex General Assembly at the start of June.
