Techtextil North America assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry: from research and development, through raw materials and production processes and finally ending in conversion, further treatment, and recycling. Techtextil North America covers all stages of the technical textile industry, from R&D to production and recycling. Through partnerships with academia and industry, it fosters innovation and collaboration among leaders. Techtextil North America assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry. From research and development, through raw materials and production processes and finally ending in conversion, further treatment and recycling. Held in conjunction with the exhibit hall, is the Techtextil North America Symposium which will address market developments, technological information, new technical processes and products, as well as international industry trends.