textile technology

22nd May 2023

The launch of the world's largest nanofibrillated cellulose commercial production plant by Performance BioFilaments at Resolute's Forest Products in Quebec is a major development in the field of biomaterial production. With a daily production capacity of 21 metric tons, the plant is capable of supplying customers with orders in various applications.

19th May 2023

Andritz has accomplished the delivery, installation, and commissioning of a converting line for the production of baby diapers at Naturopera's new facility in Bully Les Mines, France. The converting line, called eXcelle, is provided by Andritz Diatec and incorporates advanced technology to manufacture both conventional and bio-based baby diapers.

19th May 2023

Henkel's new technology centre in the US, demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and collaboration. With a vast area of 70,000 square feet, the facility offers a dedicated space for Henkel's strategic partners and customers to engage with the company's wide range of adhesive, sealant, functional coating, and specialty material...

16th May 2023

Despite a forecasted annual sales decline of 27 per cent, the mask market is expected to reach $2.13 billion with 7.76 billion masks produced by 2027. Surplex is auctioning four Richpeace medical mask production lines until May 22, 2023, located in the Netherlands. The production lines for auction have a capacity of 2.4 million masks per week.

16th May 2023

India’s technical textiles sector can grow at a 50 per cent CAGR, according to Rajeev Saxena, Coordinator of the National Technical Textile Mission. Challenges facing the Indian technical textiles sector include export penetration, capacity, R&D and skilled labour. The Ministry of Textile plans to subsidise engineering colleges to broaden textile...

16th May 2023

The AFRL is developing synthetic muskox wool (qiviut) military uniforms, with partners including Cornell University and Alaska’s Palmer Muskox Farm. The project aims to create a lighter and more sustainable textile with superior thermal insulation to traditional merino wool. The team is also investigating synthetic biology to replicate muskox wool...

15th May 2023

A knowledge paper on India's role in the global technical textiles value chain was unveiled at the 'International Conference on Technical Textiles' today. The paper, produced by TexPro-Technical Textiles, addresses applications, key segments, and products of technical textiles, and provides a global market overview. It also examines the Indian market.

15th May 2023

Careismatic Brands has unveiled The Cherokee Collection by Cherokee Uniforms, a fresh line of top-notch medical garments aimed at ensuring the safety and style of healthcare professionals in their workplace. This announcement coincided with the celebration of National Nurses Week, an occasion dedicated to honouring nurses across the world.

15th May 2023

Nobel Hygiene has introduced Friends UltraThinz, India’s first 'slim' disposable absorbent underpant. Friends, their flagship brand, has developed this product to cater to the needs of younger individuals experiencing mild incontinence. The targeted group includes those affected by conditions such as obesity, prostate problems, and postpartum...