#Nonwovens / Technical Textiles

2011-11-23

Keynote Speaker announced for Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas 2012

Miguel Caballero, the Armani of Bullet Proof Clothing, Announced as the Keynote Speaker for Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas 2012 Designer, Miguel Caballero known as the ‘Armani of Bullet Proof Clothing’ founded his label in 1992 in Colombia's capital, Bogota.

[p ] The Miguel Caballero bulletproof clothing line was especially created for those who need protection in their lives. His innovative designs consist of hybrid materials that are integrated into the manufacturing process of the armored product. The result is a design that offers his clients a clothing option that can still be worn with a sense of comfort, style and added security. From executive bulletproof fashion apparel,vests, and motorcycle wear to security, military, rescue and structural requirement the highest protection standards are provided.Customers can choose from low, medium and high protection levels. The low level protects from short range weaponry such as hand-guns and revolvers. The medium level protects against sub machine guns such as mini Uzis. And the high level protects against high powered assault rifles and machine guns like the MP5. Señor Caballero will talk about where the idea for his company came from, how it grew to become recognized as a "specialized brand name" and leader in personal protection solutions using high technology innovation, where he sees the industry heading, who his clients are and why they are attracted to his company. Techtextil North America / Texprocess Americas USA, November 22, 2011 The keynote address will take place Tuesday, April 24th from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. as the kickoff to the 2012 Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas events. The keynote address is open and complimentary to all registered 2012 attendees and exhibitors. Techtextil North America The ninth edition of Techtextil North America (now incorporating ATME-I), the only trade show in the Americas dedicated to technical textiles and nonwovens, will be held April 24 – 26, 2012 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The 2012 show will be co-located with the first edition of Texprocess Americas. For more information, please visit www.techtextilNA.com Texprocess Americas The first edition of Texprocess Americas (incorporating SPESA EXPO), the only trade show in the Americas dedicated to equipment and technology for the development, sourcing, and production of sewn products, will be held April 24 – 26, 2012 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The 2012 show will be co-located with the ninth edition of Techtextil North America. For more information, please visit www.TexprocessAmericas.com

KARL MAYER presents a textile TEXTRONIC® innovation at ITM 2026

With highly efficient machines and continuous textile innovations, KARL MAYER underscores its role as a reliable partner for discerning top-tier customers. Just in time for ITM 2026 in Istanbul, the industry leader is introducing a true innovation: an eyelash lace with its characteristic fringed look – combined with a previously unattainable 4-way stretch. While the established fabric could until now only be produced as rigid version or with one-dimensional stretch, the new elasticity in both dimensions expands the possibilities for cross-band panel fabrics.

DYNEEMA® and NP Aerospace advance personal protection for military servicewomen

Dyneema®, owned by Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, is supplying its high-performance unidirectional (UD) materials to world-leading armor manufacturer NP Aerospace, enabling the production of armor systems designed specifically to fit the female body. With 2,000 new armor systems, including 4,000 plates, made in the United Kingdom (UK) and delivered in June 2026, this collaboration addresses a long-standing lack of high-quality personal protection specially built for female defense and security personnel.

Textile Exchange publishes comprehensive polyester LCA study

Textile Exchange has released a new Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study on polyester, providing detailed data on the environmental impacts of both virgin and recycled polyester production. The study aims to strengthen understanding across the fashion, textile and apparel industries and support more informed decision-making regarding polyester sourcing and production.

ANDRITZ sets focus on textile recycling and durable nonwoven production technologies at ITMA Asia 2025

International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production and textile solutions at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore, from October 28 to 31, 2025 (Hall 2, D106). ANDRITZ will showcase its MMCF production plants, textile sorting and recycling, bast fiber processing, needlepunch, airlay, and life-cycle service technologies, with a focus on sustainable solutions. Discover how these innovations can grow your business opportunities and support a greener future.

OUTLOOK™ 2025: Charting a sustainable and innovative future for the Nonwovens Industry

EDANA concluded its flagship event, OUTLOOK™ 2025, last week, marking it as a major success and addressing the biggest questions facing the industry. The three-day conference highlighted the urgent need for a unified approach to sustainability, regulation, and innovation in the absorbent hygiene and wipes sectors.

Global Nonwovens Alliance unveils Inaugural Board, advancing collaboration and growth worldwide

The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), a tax-exempt federation jointly founded by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, announces the appointment of its founding Board of Directors. This group of leaders represents some of the most influential executives across the nonwovens value chain and reflects GNA’s mission to foster global collaboration, innovation, and growth in the industry.

Keeping products moving with Swedish automation at FILTECH 2026

At FILTECH 2026, taking place in Cologne from June 30th to July 2nd, members of TMAS – the Swedish textile machinery association – will highlight how the country’s engineering expertise is enabling filtration manufacturers to increase productivity, improve traceability and reduce dependence on labour-intensive manual processes.

Global Mmeeting of textile technologies, ITM 2026, attracts great interest

ITM 2026, one of the world's most prestigious organizations in the field of textile technologies, opened its doors with the participation of over 1,000 companies and company representatives from 59 countries, as well as thousands of professional visitors from nearly 100 country. Attracting thousands of international visitors on its first day, ITM 2026 once again demonstrated its status as a global meeting point for the textile industry with its advanced technologies on display, newly established business connections, and record-breaking international participation.

Countdown to Textiles Recycling Expo 2026: Brussels prepares for Europe’s textile recycling gathering

With only two weeks remaining until the start of the second edition of the Textiles Recycling Expo 2026, preparations are entering the final phase. The exhibition and conference, dedicated exclusively to textile recycling and circularity, will take place on 24–25 June 2026 at Brussels Expo and is expected to attract stakeholders from across the textile recycling value chain.