VDMA experts examined the energy saving effects over the entire production chain of three textile products. Major results of this in-depth analysis of German Technology will be summarized in a brochure that can be obtained at the VDMA booth and the booths of numerous VDMA member companies at ITMA ASIA. 

Energy-efficient processes – from fibre to the final textile product VDMA’s approach of the analysis is to cover the complete value chains from the raw material to the finished product, e.g. a functional T-Shirt. To manufacture this type of product, the process starts with spinning and texturizing of polyester yarn followed by the warp preparation. To produce the textile fabrics, warp-knitting technology is used, e.g. an automatic warp knitting machine. In the following process step of textile “finishing”, this material is washed, dyed black and finished (i.e. functionalized by applying special properties such as dirt repellent, waterproof and water vapor permeable layers), dried and finally completed by setting. For all these steps, from filament production to finishing not only the electrical energy consumed - including compressed air and air-conditioning - but also the thermal energies like gas, oil, or steam have been taken into account. From the beginning of June, trade professionals have the chance to read the full stories of three product specific examples and witness the huge energy saving potential that can be realised with the help of German textile machines on two Websites:

http://machines-for-textiles.com/blue-competence (in English)

http://china.vdma.org (in Chinese).

Competition featuring attractive prizes Visitors to the websites have the chance to prove their know-how in energy efficiency in a competition featuring attractive prizes. (from the beginning of June)