#Techtextil 2017

2017-04-12

FIBER-LINE® with synthetic wire rope products at Techtextil

FIBER-LINE® will be exhibiting at the 2017 Techtextil International Trade Fair. The FIBER-LINE® team will be promoting our newest product line of synthetic wire and high-performance ropes.

FIBER-LINE® is now able to transform traditional wire rope constructions by utilizing high performance fibers such as:

Kevlar®
Vectran®
Zylon®
Technora®
UHMWPE
Carbon fiber

Synthetic wire rope products provide a host of improvements over its metal predecessor including reduced weight, higher strength, prolonged life, improved flex, and corrosion resistance amongst many others.

At 2017 JEC World International Composite Event in March the FIBER-LINE® team introduced the market to Advanced Carbon Fiber processing. Carbon fiber offers many excellent inherent properties, but is often difficult to process compared to other high-performance fibers. FIBER-LINE® R&D teams have studied, investigated, and tested several intricate processing enhancements to better handle the fragile filaments within the carbon tow.

Sales manager Ingmar Otter concluded that “JEC was yet again a very busy and productive show. There were several companies from around the globe that attended the event and booth traffic was quite high. I spoke to many individuals about the benefits of FIBER-LINE® Bondcoat™ on carbon for adhesion promotion and FIBER-LINE® Wearcoat™ as a processing aid in braiding, knitting, and weaving processes.”

And US based Sales manager Bryan Arnold stated that “Twisted carbon fiber was one of topics I discussed most with our current customer and prospective customers who stopped by the booth. Most of the customers were interested in FIBER-LINE®’s ability to optimize the carbon tow for increased break strength or improve flex fatigue.”

Pic: The FIBER-LINE Team at the JEC 2017

FIBER-LINE® looks forward to welcoming visitors at the booth A36 in Hall 4, Level 1, to discuss their newest technologies in processing, coatings, and product development.

textile.4U publishes special edition “Top 100 Textile Recycling Companies 2025”

With a comprehensive 176-page special edition, textile.4U is dedicating its latest issue entirely to one of the most dynamic and influential topics in today’s textile industry: textile recycling. The new issue, published exclusively in high-quality print, presents the Top 100 textile recycling companies researched and selected by TexData – organizations that already play a key role in the transition to circular textiles or are expected to have a significant impact in the near future.

Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 signed by Governor

Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) is proud to announce that Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, has been signed into law by the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom. This groundbreaking legislation establishes the country’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) textile recycling program, marking a significant step forward in the state’s efforts to combat waste and promote sustainability.

Modtissimo promotes sustainability with 28 coordinates in the Green Circle

Modtissimo is proving more and more to be a textile and clothing show that delivers the latest innovations in the area of sustainability, with the iTechStyle Green Circle being the main showcase for companies' creations. In this 60+4 edition, taking place on 12 and 13 September, 28 coordinates will be exhibited in a section organised by CITEVE and curated by Paulo Gomes.

The EU and Egypt team up to mobilise private sector investments at Investment Conference and sign a Memorandum of Understanding underpinning €1 billion in macro-financial assistance for Egypt

At the EU-Egypt Investment Conference, co-organised by the EU and the Government of Egypt on 29-30 June, the EU and Egypt are teaming up to intensify private sector investments in Egypt. They are also signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the disbursement to Egypt of up to €1 billion in Macro-Financial Assistance.

Sustainable, lightweight, and sound absorbing: Polyester-based front trunk solution for BEVs

As car manufacturers look to further reduce their carbon footprint, Autoneum has developed an innovative front trunk solution for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), made entirely from polyester-based textile. The Ultra-Silent Frunk offers significant weight reduction, improved acoustic and thermal insulation, and uses up to 70 percent recycled material, supporting sustainable and efficient vehicle design. Autoneum, global technology leader in acoustic and thermal management for vehicles, has already received orders for the new frunk from three major OEMs in Asia and Europe to be built in three BEV models. Series production for two BEVs has been underway in China and Germany since last year.

Modern testing methods for raw cotton

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen will take place from 25 to 27 March 2026 at the Bremen Parliament. This conference has traditionally stood for in-depth expertise and international exchange. The program will focus on technical innovations, market trends, and regulatory frameworks across the entire value chain – from agriculture to the circular economy. With high-profile speakers, the conference is regarded as the key meeting point for the global cotton industry. Today’s focus: Cotton quality and testing methods.

Rieter responds to higher raw material prices

Global political and economic developments have been leading to rising raw material and energy costs for some time. The textile machinery industry is also affected by this trend. Rieter machines and components consist to a large extent of steel, copper, aluminum and electronics. These materials in particular have seen higher demand and higher prices in recent months.