technology textiles

18th Apr 2023

The LYCRA Company is exhibiting its latest innovations at Index23 in Geneva, Switzerland. The company is launching LYCRA EnviroFit fibre, a sustainable product that reduces fibre weight while maintaining quality and performance. Additionally, it is showcasing the Trio Loop Technology by BTSR International as well as the Knotter Type 093E by Mesdan.

18th Apr 2023

Reifenhauser Reicofil is showcasing its new RF5 XHL production platform for nonwovens at the Index23 trade fair. The technology uses the patented BiCo process to create a bimetallic effect and optimally crimp the fibre, resulting in super soft and drapeable nonwovens for the hygiene industry. The platform is also equipped with energy-efficient...

16th Apr 2023

Finnish manufacturer Suominen Corporation has completed the consultation procedure concerning its plan to permanently close manufacturing at its Mozzate plant in Italy. The closure will result in the termination of employment for 54 employees, with an estimated one-off expense of €2.3 million to be recognised in the second quarter of 2023.

15th Apr 2023

NatureWorks has unveiled a new addition to its Ingeo biopolymer product line with the introduction of Ingeo 6500D. This innovation from NatureWorks promises enhanced performance attributes for hygiene applications, delivering increased softness, strength, and improved fluid management when combined with optimised hydrophilic surface finish technology.

14th Apr 2023

The partnership between Andritz, Pellenc ST, Nouvelles Fibres Textiles marks a significant step in establishing the first industrial-scale automatic textile sorting line in France. With their expertise in sorting technologies, textile machinery and processes, and post-consumer textile value chains, they are poised to revolutionise the recycling...

13th Apr 2023

Rivertex Technical Fabrics has founded Rivertex Australia Pty Ltd, with Gavin Hodgins as managing director, to strengthen its presence in the Australian and New Zealand markets. The company has also joined the Specialized Textiles Association and will attend the SuperExpo 2023. At the expo, Rivertex Australia will showcase its sustainable product...

13th Apr 2023

US-based company Hospeco Brands Group has announced a merger with Monarch Brands, expanding its wiping solutions and microfibre offerings. The move adds complementary product lines and creates opportunities for mutual growth, with no changes to existing customer relationships. Key management and sales staff will remain with Monarch Brands.

13th Apr 2023

Kelheim Fibres is developing biobased absorbent hygiene product concepts using functionalised specialty fibres. The fibres are made from 100 per cent wood pulp of sustainable forests. The company has partnered with Sandler and pelzGROUP to launch a bio-based panty liner shortly. Kelheim Fibres will showcase its products at booth 2415 of Index 2023...

12th Apr 2023

PFNonwovens has signed the order acceptance for the complete end-of-line provided for the new Reicofil R5 line at the company's Hazleton plant in Pennsylvania. This comes after the successful start-up of the line in early March. PFNonwovens, a leading global producer of nonwovens, has acquired six A. Celli lines over the years for its Hazleto.