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May302020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Customer Proximity Despite Social Distancing from KARL MAYER

The KARL MAYER Academy goes online, in order to provide its customers with the necessary know-how, even in times of corona-caused travel restrictions. For the short-term start into the World Wide Web, the company’s own Qualification Center offers webinars lasting one hour and intended for not more than six to eight participants, because it relies on dialogue. „We don’t want any frontal teaching but interaction. In this way, we can better answer individual questions and support the development of new ideas“, explains Robert Kuna who develops KARL MAYER’s e-training concept. Moreover, the course instructor hopes to get fresh impetus for webinar topics thanks to the close cooperation of all parties involved. In addition to basic knowledge of warp knitting, divided into small units, the cl

May272020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

ANDRITZ Developed A High-Speed Converting Line For The Production of Face Masks

Nonwoven

ANDRITZ Diatec, part of international technology Group ANDRITZ, has developed a fully automatic, high-speed face mask converting line for the production of disposable face masks. ANDRITZ Diatec, part of international technology Group ANDRITZ, has developed a fully automatic, high-speed face mask converting line for the production of disposable face masks. In the first configuration, this new converting line will be able to produce masks for surgical/medical applications; other mask types – like N95/FFP2 – are currently being evaluated. Highest quality and hygiene standards The new ANDRITZ D-Tech Face Mask line produces and laminates three or more layers of fabrics (spunbond, meltblown, thermo-bonded nonwovens and others) and ensures highest quality and hygiene standards. It compr

May252020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

New Ideas for Sustainable and Affordable Wipes

Nonwoven

Truetzschler Nonwovens and Truetzschler Card Clothing introduces new line concepts and wires for efficiently making sustainable nonwovens for wipes or hygiene textiles. Consumers love textiles made from cotton fibers. They highly appreciate the soft and natural touch not only in garments but also in other products coming in contact with the skin. Fiber fineness – most fibers range between 3-5.5 Mic or 1.0-2.8 dtex – strength and absorbent capacity make cotton fibers an ideal material for single-use dry and wet wipes. There are just two reasons for the limited usage of cotton fibers in single-use nonwovens. Firstly, cotton is higher priced than less expensive viscose/polyester blends most times. And secondly, cotton fibers are natural products whose qualities vary both regionally and

May202020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Effective Tools for High Efficiency in the Automotive Industry

Technical Textiles

Groz-Beckert's gauge part system, which was specially developed for automotive needs, delivers high quality performance. The global automobile markets are very competitive. For manufacturers and brands, every detail is crucial in order to rise above the competition. For the buyer, both the design and interior of the car are important factors when making a decision to purchase or not. The car's carpeting might only have a secondary influence in the decision making process, but car buyers do greatly value a carpet that looks good, is easy to clean, holds up well, and is made from sustainable, environmentally friendly materials. Weight reduction In turn, aspects like malleability, dimensional stability, and sustainability are important for manufacturers of automotive carpets. The ...

May172020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Picanol Realizes Production Milestone With 100,000th Rapier Weaving Machine

Weaving

Picanol realized another impressive milestone when its 100,000th rapier weaving machine rolled off the production line at its plant in Ieper, Belgium. Picanol is also celebrating 45 years of manufacturing rapier weaving machines in 2020. Once again, this reaffirms the leading role Picanol plays in the rapier weaving machine segment worldwide. The 100,000th rapier weaving machine (an OptiMax-i) will be shipped to the company SAITEX Fabrics, which is based in Long Tho, Vietnam. Production center of high-tech rapier machines, Picanol Picanol has an extensive track record in the production of high-tech rapier machines. In 1975, it launched its very first weaving machine with a rapier insertion, which was named the PGW. Since the launch of the first rapier machine all that time ago, P...

May152020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

New Finishing Technology from Schoeller® : 3XDRY®

Dyeing – Finishing

3XDRY® finishing technology from Schoeller® allows the exterior of a textile to be water repellent, while the inside absorbs moisture and quickly distributes it over the surface. Today’s consumers demand versatility in their apparel, whether they’re shopping for work, sports or leisure wear. Work wear is no longer just about style, and sports and leisure wear is no longer just about stretch, while the demands for high-performance textiles in every category continue to increase. More and more consumer brands are looking to Schoeller’s established technologies to deliver not only beautiful fabrics that offer comfort and style but also breathability and the best in water and dirt repellence to their customers. Dry much faster in comparison to conventional textiles 3XDRY® finishing te

May132020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Mondi Adapts Its Production Line to Struggle COVID-19

Nonwoven

Mondi adapts production line in Germany to make much-needed face mask components. Mondi produces elastic, three-layer laminate straps using nonwoven material for one billion face masks. Plants in Gronau, Germany and Taicang, China increase production of this material. Mondi is committed to playing its part to produce important supplies and components during the COVID-19 outbreak. As a global leader in packaging and paper, Mondi's Personal Care Components team has found a way to convert a production line at its Gronau plant in Germany to manufacture soft, elastic straps which are now being used for face masks and used by medical professionals and consumers globally. Laminated straps Mondi’s plant in Gronau, Germany, typically focuses on making materials used in hygiene products suc

May112020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

INDA and EDANA Release Nonwovens Industry Report: Nonwoven Forecasts 2018-2023

Nonwoven

The new Worldwide Outlook for the Nonwovens Industry report forecasts strong market demand for nonwovens materials through the next five years. Strong market demand for nonwovens materials expected to continue. The new Worldwide Outlook for the Nonwovens Industry report forecasts strong market demand for nonwovens materials through the next five years. The sixth edition of the report is now available for purchase from both INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the International Association Serving the Nonwovens and Related Industries. Among the highlights of the report: In the historical period (2008–2018) production increased 5.7%, lead by growth in spunbond/spunmelt and drylaid hydroentanglement. China leads the growth in production, adding a

May62020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

New CEO Appointed at Loepfe

Spinning - Yarn, Textile, Weaving

Loepfe announced the appointment of Dr. Ralph Mennicke as Chief Executive Officer of Loepfe Brothers Ltd. Loepfe announced the appointment of Dr. Ralph Mennicke as Chief Executive Officer of Loepfe Brothers Ltd., effective from April 14, 2020. Ralph Mennicke takes over from Maurizio Wermelinger who, having joined Loepfe in 2007, became CEO in 2009 and is now retiring. The Loepfe Board of Directors appointed Ralph Mennicke as CEO to lead the company and its subsidiaries. Loepfe is the worldwide leading manufacturer and solution partner for online quality assurance systems in the textile sector. Machine manufacturers as well as spinning mills and weaving mills around the globe use and rely on Loepfe technology from Switzerland. Ralph Mennicke is a Graduate of Technical University o...

May42020 by Textile Planet MagazineNo Comments

Grant Support from EU to ‘Transformation to Technical Textiles in Denizli’ Project

Technical Textiles

The European Union (EU) provided a grant of 5 million Euros for the 'Transformation to Technical Textiles in Denizli' project. DTO President Uğur Erdoğan hosted Turkey Home Textile Industrialists’ and Businessmen’s Association (TETSİAD) President Hasan Hüseyin Bayram and the accompanying board members. Denizli Exporters Association (DENİB) and TETSİAD Vice President İbrahim Uzunoğlu and accompanying delegation exchanged views with Erdoğan about the textile sector. Denizli Chamber of Commerce (DTO) President Uğur Erdoğan stated that this project is a first in the history of the city, "Entrepreneurs who want will be able to work in this center and produce samples." said. Speaking during the visit, Uğur Erdoğan said that when Denizli is mentioned the textile and apparel industry fir