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15th Jun 2023

Teijin Aramid has achieved a significant milestone by successfully producing Twaron, a high-modulus filament yarn, using recycled feedstock. Twaron fibres exhibit the same exceptional strength and durability as the original fibres. This development demonstrates Teijin Aramid's commitment to sustainability and its progress towards a circular economy.

15th Jun 2023

The RISE conference, on September 26-27, 2023, at NC State University, will address key topics in the nonwoven fabric sector. Experts will discuss waste reduction, energy conservation, recycling, and business strategies. RISE 2023 will offer insight into the future of nonwovens and sustainable applications, alongside hosting awards for technical...

14th Jun 2023

Andritz, Pellenc ST and Nouvelles Fibres Textiles have partnered to launch an industrial-scale automatic textile sorting line in Amplepuis, France. The line ensures traceability throughout the supply chain, supporting circularity and environmental targets. Andritz acts as the integrator, facilitating project management and providing accessible...

14th Jun 2023

Aluula Composites has collaborated with Incidence Sails to introduce Aluula Durlyte, an ultra-light and strong composite material for sailmaking. With 10 times the abrasion resistance of competing materials, Aluula Durlyte is revolutionising sail design and performance. This partnership marks the beginning of Aluula's journey in sailmaking.

14th Jun 2023

Teijin Frontier has developed Solotex Liberte, a functional fabric for sportswear and casual wear. Utilising polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) fibre with low-shrinkage technology, the fabric achieves softness, smoothness, and quick drying properties. Teijin Frontier plans to promote Solotex Liberte globally for autumn and winter 2024 collections.

14th Jun 2023

Freudenberg is launching Evolon Ultra Smooth, a new product designed for the technical industry's packaging needs. This material, used in reusable textile containers, offers superior surface protection and mechanical properties. The containers, ideal for packing and transporting heavy, sensitive parts, prevent damage and reduce the reject rate.

14th Jun 2023

International firm Andritz has installed a new spunlace pilot line at its competence centre in Montbonnot, France. It allows trials for creating nonwovens from recycled or natural fibres like hemp, flax, and cotton. The line features optimised web forming, entanglement, an innovative card set-up, and the integrated Andritz Metris digitalisation...

13th Jun 2023

Healthcare company Essity is divesting its operations in Russia, with a deal approved by Russian authorities set to finalise in Q2 2023. The move follows Essity's 2022 decision to exit the Russian market, resulting in an asset impairment of around SEK 1.7 billion. Russian operations constituted around 2 per cent of Essity's total net sales in 2022.

13th Jun 2023

Autoliv has unveiled a passenger airbag module based on Bernoulli's principle. The module efficiently inflates larger airbags, reducing development time and cost. By utilising pressure differences, Autoliv leverages surrounding air to inflate airbags in electric vehicles. The airbag generates less heat, is lighter and reduces customer development...