leathers news

28th Sep 2023

India's technical textile sector is growing, with a 57 per cent increase in agrotech imports to ₹159 crore and a 24 per cent decrease in hometech imports to ₹82 crore from April to June 2023. Mobiltech imports remained stable. The ITTA reported agrotech and hometech imports at ₹102 crore and ₹108 crore, respectively, in the same period in 2022.

27th Sep 2023

Dimension-Polyant, a leading sailcloth producer, will unveil its eco-friendly fabric at Performance Days Munich. Collaborating with Hyosung, it has developed a sustainable version of X-Pac VX21 laminate using 100 per cent recycled regen Ocean nylon from discarded fishing nets. The fabric carries the cleenTEC seal, ensuring it's climate-neutral with ...

26th Sep 2023

Carrington Textiles will reveal innovative flame-resistant blends at the NSC Congress, featuring a blend with 50 per cent Lenzing FR fibres for superior protection and sustainability. It is a sustainable, inherently flame-resistant cellulosic fibre made from responsibly sourced wood. Carrington Textiles is also introducing an inherent FR fabric...

26th Sep 2023

Andritz has delivered and started up a new carding machine and opening/blending line for Albis in Italy. This investment enables Albis to meet new demands and produce innovative nonwoven products for hygiene and medical applications. The machine has a large working width of 5.10 mtr, allowing tailored nonwoven fabric production while maintaining...

25th Sep 2023

Toray Industries and Honda have partnered to develop chemical recycling technology for glass-fibre reinforced nylon 6 parts from end-of-life vehicles. They use subcritical water to depolymerise the nylon 6, regenerating it as caprolactam, a raw monomer. The technology was adopted by the ministry of environment for a decarbonised circular economy...

25th Sep 2023

Kolon Industries has achieved International EPD certificates for its nonwoven textile products 'Finon' and 'Finon Eco,' becoming the first in the global primary backing for the carpet and filtration media industry to do so. These certifications enhance the company's sustainability efforts and competitive advantage in response to growing environmental ...

23rd Sep 2023

Ahlstrom has commenced production of new calendered and embossed synthetic filter media at its Huyn-Poong plant in South Korea. These materials offer extended filter life and reduced flow restriction due to a larger surface area, making them a sustainable alternative. Longer-lasting filters save costs, reduce energy consumption, and lower emissions.

22nd Sep 2023

Sandler has undergone a comprehensive rebranding. The updated corporate and employer branding reflects the company's values and commitment, with a new purpose highlighting Sandler as a partner for enhancing everyday comfort. It has launched a revamped website offering insights into the Sandler Group, career opportunities, and industry-specific...

19th Sep 2023

India will enforce QCO from October 7 this year to standardise 12 categories of protective textiles, including those offering fire, water, and industrial protection. The order aims to maintain a standard quality for both domestically produced and imported products in the domestic market. However, the guidelines will not affect the export market.