Fabrics

Expanding opportunities for knitted, woven and laminated fabrics

Innovation by manufacturers of knitted, woven and laminated fabrics continues to flourish. Nick Butler provides some examples to look for during Techtextil.

Lenzing and Hyosung to unveil fabric collection at ISPO Munich 2019

3 January 2019

A range of soft, comfortable and stretchable fabrics made from cellulosic and elastane fibres are to be launched for use in sports- and underwear through a partnership between Lenzing and Hyosung.

Roofing membrane fabric with edge made of low-melt yarn

2 January 2019

A highly stable fabric for waterproof roofing membranes has been developed by Booyoung Textile of Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.

Combination of synthetic fibres for natural-looking fabrics

4 December 2018

A synthetic fabric for sports-, fashion- and workwear that has an appearance similar to fabrics produced from natural fibres has been developed by Teijin Frontier of Osaka, Japan.

Thermal insulation for apparel is designed to shed few fibres

30 November 2018

A thermally insulating fabric has been launched that sheds five-times fewer fibres than its competitors, according to its developer Polartec of Andover, Massachusetts, USA.

Fabrics for enhancing sleep quality

24 October 2018

Sleepdeep of London, UK, is promoting its range of sleepwear of the same name as having been physiologically and psychologically proven to improve its wearer's quality of sleep.

Microfilament fabric approved by allergy research foundation

10 September 2018

Evolon New Generation fabric from Freudenberg Performance Materials has been awarded a European seal of quality for anti-mite bedding items.

Anti-radar composite fabric

2 July 2018

A fabric reinforcement that enables composites made with it to avoid detection with radar has been developed by Richard Chi-Hsueh of San Diego, California, USA.

More than just a manufacturer—Glen Raven embraces change

John McCurry interviewed Leib Oehmig, Glen Raven’s new Chief Executive Officer, and Harold Hill, the President of its Technical Fabrics division, to learn about a company determined to remain one of North America’s foremost manufacturers of specialist fabrics.

Fabric tests aboard the International Space Station

8 June 2018

European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Alexander Gerst is currently conducting physiology experiments aimed at improving the performance of functional cooling fabrics on board the International Spac

Strong, stretchable denim keeps its colour

25 April 2018

A durable, stretchable and colour-fast black denim has been developed by Invista's Cordura brand, Lenzing and Artistic Milliners.

Thin, lightweight and breathable knitted fabric

8 December 2017

By optimizing conventional dyeing and lamination technologies, Teijin Frontier has been able to use non-crimped threads to produce a high-gauge polyester (PES) knitted fabric for the manufacture of

Honeywell targets technical textiles with Spectra

21 November 2017

Spectra ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWE) fibre might be best known for its use in body armour, but at the homeland security event Milipol its developer Honeywell will revea

High-visibility flame-retardant fabrics in a variety of colours

20 September 2017

Carrington Textiles is to launch a flame-retardant (FR) fabric (Flametech 300AS) in multiple high-visibility colours at this year’s A+A in Düsseldorf, Germany, on 17–20 October.

Multimillion-pound project to develop multiaxials for aerospace and automotive

12 September 2017

Hexcel is launching a UK Government-backed £7.4-million research and development project on multiaxial fabrics for composites and is expanding its manufacturing facility in Narborough, UK.

New prospects for superabsorbent fibres as washable fabrics

The development of a superabsorbent fibre has already created many market opportunities for Technical Absorbents Ltd, but the company continues to innovate and, at a recent conference, Product Development Specialist James Docherty revealed the latest innovation—washable fabrics.

US companies race to commercialize technologies for cooling fabrics

John McCurry reports that demand for fabrics providing cooling effects has led to the foundation of a great many companies in the USA eager to fulfil the market’s needs. Together with some longer-term players, they have an abundance of new technologies to choose from and commercialize in order to provide such functionality.

A perfect finish with spread-tow fabrics

7 June 2017

A standard (PDESP21) for highly aesthetic spread-tow carbon fibre fabrics has been developed by Oxeon of Boras, Sweden.

Multilayer fabric developed as an alternative to cotton

2 June 2017

A new multifunctional fabric principally for sportswear will be available from Teijin Frontier Co Ltd in time for the Autumn/Winter 2018 collections of its customers.

Frankfurt remains the destination for textile innovations

Textile developments for all kinds of applications will fill the halls of Messe Frankfurt, according to Editor Nick Butler.

Hexcel to supply noncrimp fabrics for supercar programme

4 April 2017

Hexcel is to supply automotive composites part manufacturer Mubea Carbo Tech with its HiMax noncrimp fabrics (NCFs) for the manufacture of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoques.

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 preview: technical fabrics

Increasingly Asian manufacturers are turning to technical textiles and, while the principal focus of many attending ITMA Asia remains the traditional sectors of the industry, Nick Butler has still found plenty to interest those operating in performance markets.

Stretchable warp-knitted lyocell fabrics

17 June 2016

A German company has developed the first-ever collection of stretchable warp-knitted fabrics using a blend containing a lyocell yarn (Tencel), according to the machinery builder Karl Mayer Textilma

Antimicrobial performance with nano-mineral modifier

21 July 2015

Egis NanoTech presented its latest Dunamis antimicrobial fabrics at the Techtextil exhibition held in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, in May 2015.

DSM Dyneema acquisition signals intent to broaden portfolio and enter new markets

13 May 2015

Signalling its intention to broaden its portfolio to include high-performance fabrics, DSM Dyneema of Urmond, The Netherlands, has completed the acquisition of one of its customers, Cubic Tech Corp

Fabric developments abound at record-breaking Techtextil

The extension of Techtextil to four days gives visitors more opportunities to see the plentiful innovations exhibited; Editor Nick Butler picks his highlights of those that involving developments with fabrics.

Sioen acquires specialist in reinforced trailer fabrics

25 April 2015

Sioen Industries NV of Ardooie, Belgium, has acquired a compatriot company, Mouscron-based Dynatex, which specializes in multi-axial aramid fabrics.

Vestagen obtains worldwide rights to Schoeller technologies

1 April 2014

Vestagen Technical Technologies has obtained worldwide rights from Schoeller Technologies to certain technologies that are integral to the properties of Vestex, a range of active barrier protective fa

Wool/polyester bicomponent knit for the best of both worlds

1 February 2014

Polartec LLC of Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA, has developed a fabric collection (Polartec Power Wool) that seeks to combine the properties of high-quality merino wool and synthetic fibres.

Bio-based bicomponent spunbond for hygiene end-uses

1 November 2013

Fitesa, a manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics for hygiene applications, has partnered with thermoplastic resins producer Braskem and Ingeo lactides and biopolymers developer NatureWorks to commercialize

Fitted decubitus sheet wins Techtextil Innovation Prize

1 August 2013

Schoeller Medical has developed a bedsheet that helps prevent bedsores (decubitus) that particularly affect bed-ridden and elderly patients.

Lightweight laminate reacts to athlete's microclimate

1 August 2013

A lightweight laminate fabric, called Phaseable, designed to increase the comfort of athletes was revealed by Sympatex Technologies of Unterfohring, Germany, during the Outdoor exhibition in Friedrich

Performance fabrics for outdoor apparel from Advansa

1 August 2013

Two Germany companies, Advansa of Hamm and Schwaig-based Sudwolle Group, one of the largest manufacturers of worsted yarn in the world, have cooperated to create a high-performance fabric containing m

Knitted fleece offers lightweight thermal insulation

1 August 2013

A novel, patented knitting technology has allowed Toray International Europe of Munich, Germany, to make a performance fleece that weighs significantly less than rival products while offering the same

Radiation-shielding aramid material

1 June 2013

Teijin has announced the development of aramid fibre fabric that is said to protect users against X-ray and gamma-ray radiation.

Wide choice of novel fabrics awaits visitors to Techtextil

Fabric manufacturers will reveal their latest innovations in Frankfurt. Nick Butler picks his highlights.

Eliminating the spread of pathogens on hospital privacy curtains

1 September 2012

In a new study, Shield fabrics are claimed to reduce 99.9% of bacteria within one hour, eliminating almost all the microorganisms that contaminate hospital privacy curtains.

Keeping wearers cool under heavy outer layers

1 August 2012

A fabric intended for the undergarments of workers requiring heavy outer clothing, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), is designed to rapidly absorb sweat and contain it, keeping the wearer c

Three-layer polyester for sportswear for Autumn/Winter 2013

1 July 2012

A polyester fabric for sportswear that helps keep the wearer comfortable even when they are perspiring has been launched by Teijin Fibers Ltd of Tokyo, Japan.

Thermoplastic polyurethane-coated nylon fabrics for inflatable products

1 April 2012

Eastex Products has introduced a new range of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)-coated nylon fabrics for making inflatable products and gel packs using various technologies.

High-density weave with low-crimp warp for sailcloth

1 November 2011

A high-density woven fabric in which the crimp is largely imparted to the weft yarns, leaving the warp yarns relatively crimp-free, is suitable for the manufacture of sailcloth and architectural fabri

Processing spread carbon tapes

1 September 2011

The technical textiles business unit of Karl Mayer, located in Chemnitz, Germany, will be showing a machine from its Malitronic Multiaxial series that it has developed specifically for processing spre

Redesigned air-jet and positivegripper action for rapiers

1 September 2011

Picanol of Ypres, Belgium, specializes in weaving machinery and will launch two technologies at ITMA 2011: an air-jet loom (OMNIplus Summum) and a guided, positive-gripper action for its rapier looms,

Weaving medical textiles

1 September 2011

Mageba Textilmaschinen GmbH & Co KG from Bernkastel-Kues, Germany, says its new one-station SL MT 1/180 shuttle loom can weave flat, tubular and multi-dimensional fabrics up to 150 mm in width for

Rapiers and air-jet looms for technical fabrics from Lindauer Dornier

1 September 2011

Lindauer Dornier GmbH has developed a rapier loom (PTS 4/S2 C) with a nominal width of 220 cm for weaving a heavy fabric for filters.

Weaving and tying technical textiles

1 September 2011

Staubli has developed new configurations of its Unival 100 jacquard loom for weaving technical fabrics.

Concordia Textiles showcases medical uses for Recuptex range

1 July 2011

Concordia Textiles of Waregem, Belgium, presented a number of developments of its fabrics for workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) at this year's Techtextil exhibition in Frankfurt, German

Knits for operating theatre apparel

1 July 2011

At Techtextil held in May 2011 in Frankfurt, Germany, Christian Eschler of Buhler, Switzerland, showed its latest developments in knitted fabrics for clothing for the medical and nursing care sector.

Thermal insulator that regulates temperature and is breathable

1 May 2011

Spanish textile manufacturer MITSA is to launch a four-layered, three-dimensional (3D) product called HB-3D at Techtextil (Frankfurt, Germany, 24-26 May 2011; Hall 3.0 F39).

Activated carbon cloths kill viruses

1 May 2011

UK-based Chemviron Carbon Cloth Division has developed two new products from its existing range of 100% activated carbon cloths (Zorflex).

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Expanding opportunities for knitted, woven and laminated fabrics

More than just a manufacturer—Glen Raven embraces change

New prospects for superabsorbent fibres as washable fabrics

US companies race to commercialize technologies for cooling fabrics

Frankfurt remains the destination for textile innovations

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 preview: technical fabrics

Fabric developments abound at record-breaking Techtextil

Wide choice of novel fabrics awaits visitors to Techtextil