leather footwear technology news

28th Mar 2023

A team at ETH Zurich led by Professor Carlo Menon has developed a smart textile sensor that can measure physical exhaustion. Integrated into athletic leggings, the sensor uses a unique fibre structure to capture body movements precisely. The sensor’s potential applications could extend to preventing exhaustion-related injuries in the workplace and more.

27th Mar 2023

Noble Biomaterials' latest antimicrobial technology is called Ionic+ Botanical, which uses a bio-based registered citric acid formula to inhibit the growth of microbes and reduce odour on fabric and other soft surfaces. The technology has received EPA registration, which allows Noble's licensed partners to claim antimicrobial benefits such as odour...

27th Mar 2023

ExxonMobil will showcase its sustainable hygiene product portfolio, including polypropylene and Vistamaxx performance polymers, at Index23 in Geneva. The company will present a model baby diaper and nonwoven solution made of its products. The company hopes to help customers unlock business opportunities and meet their circularity goals with its...

25th Mar 2023

RadiciGroup has announced that Zeta Polimeri has become a full member of the group under the new name of Radici EcoMaterials. The company specialises in recovering worn-out materials and processing them into raw materials for other production cycles using cutting-edge technology to optimise high value-added sorting and recovery processes.

24th Mar 2023

Packaging manufacturer Berry Global Group has achieved a 21 per cent reduction in operational GHG emissions in 2022. The company has also increased its purchase of post-consumer recycled plastic by 28 per cent and circular plastic by 21 per cent. Additionally, 79 per cent of its fast-moving consumer products are now reusable, recyclable, and/or...

21st Mar 2023

Emtec will show its data-driven approach to measuring the feel and comfort of textile and nonwoven products at Techtextil NA. The TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer is an innovative tool that allows manufacturers to scientifically measure the subjective haptic parameters that define perception and consistently reproduce the desired haptic qualities from...

21st Mar 2023

Sandler will be exhibiting at BAU 2023, which is a trade fair for architecture, materials, and systems. The firm’s focus will be on its new brand, Bluefiber, which offers efficient sound insulation for various acoustics applications. Bluefiber combines a range of acoustically efficient materials, which are polyester-based and made in Germany.

21st Mar 2023

NASA has selected Axiom Space to develop modern spacesuits for the first astronauts to explore near the lunar South Pole. Called the AxEMU, the spacesuit builds on NASA’s spacesuit prototype developments and incorporates the latest technology and added protection. Axiom Space will design and develop flight training spacesuits for the Artemis III...

21st Mar 2023

The Honest Company has reported a 2 per cent decline in revenue to $314 million in FY22. However, retail channel revenue grew 7 per cent due to distribution gains and price increases. Gross margin decreased by 480 basis points to 29.4 per cent, mainly due to inflationary pressures. The company's Q4 FY22 revenue was $81.9 million, up 2 per cent YoY.