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Smart textile and e-textile solutions for indoor environments
September 1st, 2020
Technology and fabric advancements are fueling the development of smart textile and e-textile solutions for indoor environments. by Pamela Mills-Senn As the quest to add more functionality to interior spaces continues, smart fabrics and e-textiles are poised to make their own contributions, serving as platforms that can capture data, heat and cool, adjust lighting, entertain, […]
Recycled upholstery fabric
September 1st, 2020
Tessutica’s new Greencare fabric line is a collection of 100% recycled and recyclable upholstery fabrics created from pellets that come from marine plastic waste. The fabrics are engineered with recycled yarns from regular post-consumer PET bottles from the oceans, landfills and upcycled cotton from garments and are certified under the Global Recycle Standard (GRS) label. […]
Smarter, safer welding helmet
September 1st, 2020
The Vizor Connect welding helmet communicates with a power source via Bluetooth, allowing it to darken prior to ignition rather than waiting until the arc is lit. This protects the welder’s eyes from the abrupt flash of light that would previously appear before the helmet darkened and reduces tiredness. The helmet also eliminates the problem […]
Automated solutions for medical products
September 1st, 2020
JTE Machines’ new line of advanced automation equipment for the medical market allows companies to automate existing RF welding equipment or consider custom solutions. The equipment integrates robotics into an inline or turntable RF welder solution, along with integrating custom unwind and conveyor indexing systems for efficient but flexible production of plastic medical consumables. Features […]
Roland-Garros gets a retractable roof with Serge Ferrari fabric
September 1st, 2020
Built in 1928, the Philippe-Chatrier Court is the main stadium of the Roland-Garros complex. Construction teams for the new retractable roof were on-site within days of the 2019 championship matches. The 11 wings of the roof unfold independently, and each is 105 meters long and 3 meters high. Photos: Serge Ferrari. Like virtually every other […]
Hardware and accessory suppliers keep essential components moving through the supply chain during COVID-19
September 1st, 2020
by Jeff Moravec Shipping department staff members at Batz Corporation, Prattsville, Ark., have continued working with the addition of face masks since the beginning of the pandemic. The metal hardware manufacturer and supplier has experienced unusual shifts in the market, including an increase in demand for buckles for pet products. Photo: Batz Corporation. The COVID-19 […]
IFAI Expo 2020 goes virtual
September 1st, 2020
Get ready to experience IFAI Expo in an exciting virtual environment. The coronavirus pandemic has challenged the entire textile industry to pivot in 2020 and capitalize on emerging opportunities. In a similar fashion, IFAI has taken up the challenge to host its annual Expo in a digital environment that is safe, engaging and extremely relevant […]
Breakthroughs in advanced textiles: Interactive auto textile and more
September 1st, 2020
BMW unveils ByBorre-designed interactive textile interior Dutch custom textile manufacturer ByBorre developed the fabrics for BMW’s future interactive car interior presented at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nev. The concept car cabin module donned the BMW i Interaction EASE, the car company’s expression of the “mobility experience of the future” where […]
Lighter printable carpet
September 1st, 2020
Fisher Textiles’ GF1850 Rebound® Ultra Lite is a lightweight version of its GF2000 Rebound® printable carpet. This resilient, anti-skid, rubber-backed carpet consists of a nonwoven face and a basket weave backing that has been engineered for dye sublimation transfer printers. It weighs 35 oz/yd2 and is available 126 inches wide. This FR product meets 16 […]
Geography and climate drive Australia’s technical textiles industry
September 1st, 2020
Developments in geotextiles, renewable energy and recreation stem from Australia’s extreme environment. By Marie O’Mahony Australia’s geographic isolation puts the country and its technical textile industry in a novel position. The country is rich in natural resources, mining and exporting coal, iron ore, petroleum gas, zinc ore and other materials. The mining industry directly and […]