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A spun fibre that can autonomously absorb and release heat is being developed by researchers at Shaanxi University of Science and Technology in Xi’an, China.

An efficient vertical dryer for use in combination with coating machines and padders for the finishing of technical textiles will be unveiled at ITMA Asia + CITME by Monforts.

A device that enables the haptic properties of textiles to be measured objectively is to be shown by emtec Electronic GmbH, of Leipzig, Germany, at ITMA Asia + CITME. 

Companies interested in exhibiting at ITMA 2027 can now apply for stands at the show, which takes place in Hanover, Germany, on 16–22 September 2027.

Milliken & Co, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA, has acquired the assets of its compatriot and manufacturer of technical textiles, Highland Industries Inc of Cheraw, also in South Carolina.

A sewing thread that is resistant to the heat generated by the lasers used to finish denim has been launched by Durak Tekstil, of Bursa, Turkey.

Swiss textile chemical specialist Textilcolor has acquired the application patents for a halogen-free textile flame-retardant (FR) treatment from Schoeller Textil AG.

A thermoregulating T-shirt that helps to prevent heat-stress when worn under body armour has been launched by Ace Link Armor of Santa Ana, California, USA.

A range of lightweight polyester (PES) veils (Optiveil) from James Cropper Advanced Materials has passed  medical testing that confirms the safety of the nonwovens for human contact and their suita

An updated machine for testing the resistance of textiles to wear and abrasion has been launched by SDL Atlas, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA. 

Indian Manufacturer of woven mesh and filter materials, BVK Group, has bought the share of its partner, GKD - Gebr. Kufferath AG, in their joint-venture company, GKD India Ltd.

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published an updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the European Union (EU)’s registration, evaluation, authorisation

End-of life warp-knitted tulip nets are now being used in Ukraine to protect soldiers and civilians against drone attacks, according to supplier of machinery for the production of the nets, Karl Ma

Bark from the paper mulberry tree is being converted into hydrophobic and antimicrobial fibres using a simple and scalable process by researchers at Northeast Forestry University in Harbin, China.

Spunweb India Pvt Ltd (SIPL) is to increase its capacity for the production of spunbond nonwovens by over 50% with the purchase of two nonwovens lines.

Andritz is to supply a complete needlepunch line to Mistra-Autex AS, which will use the equipment to produce nonwovens for the automotive industry.

A polyester (PES) yarn treated with peppermint to inhibit the development of odours has been launched by Unifi of Greensboro, North Carolina, USA.

A range of laminated polyamide (PA) fabrics for the production of military rucksacks, load-carrying systems, vests and pouches has been launched by Carrington Textiles and Haartz GmbH. 

Cottonseed oil could be used in place of toxic formaldehyde and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to render cotton fabrics hydrophobic, soft and resistant to wrinkling, according to resear

A braiding machine (MR-15) with 48 carriers has been delivered by Mayer & Cie, of Albstadt, Germany, to one of its key customers.