technical textiles news

18th Apr 2024

Metsa Group partners with Andritz to explore the commercial viability of producing Kuura textile fibre from Finnish wood. The collaboration aims to develop pulp pre-treatment methods, integrate fibre production into bioproduct mills, and automate Kuura production. The Kuura concept aligns with Metsa's strategy for renewable energy and closed cycles.

18th Apr 2024

Rick Toll joins Davlyn Group as director of operations, Norfab-Amatex, bringing extensive textile industry experience from roles at SSM Industries and various plant management positions. With expertise in safety, military, aerospace, and medical textiles, Toll aims to enhance Norfab-Amatex's operational efficiency and innovation in thermal protection.

17th Apr 2024

Andritz will showcase its nonwovens and textile solutions at ANEX in Taipei, emphasising hygiene, wipes, and durable applications. Highlights include a bio-based diaper concept and a recycling process for absorbent hygiene products. Spunjet technology offers soft, bulky spunlaid nonwovens, while the neXline wetlace aXcess line caters to the Asian...

16th Apr 2024

Price Hanna Consultants has released a report on spunbonded polyester nonwovens, detailing global and regional capacities, demand, costs, and profitability from 2024 to 2029. Major regions include Greater Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and China. Coarse denier fibre dominates, while fine denier serves specialty uses like filtration.

16th Apr 2024

Teijin Aramid has earned the EcoVadis Gold rating, placing it among the top 5 per cent of companies worldwide in sustainability. The company's efforts in reducing emissions, recycling aramid fibre, and upholding strict labour standards have been recognised. Moving forward, Teijin Aramid plans significant investments in sustainable production.

15th Apr 2024

Glatfelter Corporation has announced key leadership appointments for the anticipated merger with Berry Global's HHNF business. Curt Begle will be CEO, Kevin M Fogarty non-executive chair, Jim Till CFO, and Tarun Manroa COO of the new company. Ramesh Shettigar and Boris Illetschko will continue in their roles until the merger's completion.

15th Apr 2024

Jan Karnath, fourth-generation member of the Reifenhauser family, becomes the chief digital officer (CDO), marking a shift to digital solutions. With more than 15years of digital experience, including roles at SAP and as a founder, Karnath will lead digital transformation. His goal is to enhance efficiency, transparency, and quality for customers.

12th Apr 2024

BitePRO launches Strongtex, an advanced anti-ligature clothing range for healthcare and custodial settings, aiming to reduce self-harm risks. This fabric inhibits ligature formation, promoting safety. It is washable at 71C, fire-retardant, and tested to international standards. Personalisation options and anti-ligature bedding expected in future...

12th Apr 2024

In 2023, nonwovens production in Greater Europe decreased by 5.7 per cent in volume and 5.5 per cent in surface area compared to 2022, according to EDANA report. While overall production declined, specific processes like drylaid-hydroentangled and short-fibres airlaid remained steady. Surface area data remains crucial for understanding product...