Finishing

A wash-durable antimicrobial finish based on silane quaternary ammonium compounds (Si-quats) has been proven in independent testing to reduce the presence of SARS-Cov-2, which causes covid

An alternative to chromium dyes for the finishing of wool is safe, reliable and delivers consistent results according to its developer, Huntsman Textile Effects of Singapore.

A recently unveiled jacket features numerous elements treated with an antiviral and antimicrobial finish proven effective against the strain of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) responsible for the COVID-19

An antiviral and antimicrobial treatment proven effective against the strain of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic is to be incorporated into yarns and threads by Coats.

Technology that imparts a cooling function to textile- and foam-based consumer products, such as bedding, has been launched by Alexium International Group.

A Finnish company claims to have developed a long-lasting surface treatment capable of killing the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.

A multivitamin blend has been added to Devan Chemicals' range of microencapsulated active ingredients for application to fabrics (R-Vital).

An antiviral and antibacterial treatment for textiles proven effective against the strain of

The supplier of a textile treatment that tests have shown is effective against the strain of coro

A hybrid binder for the formulation of waterborne inks that imparts durability, colour-intensity and opacity to screen-printed designs on fabrics made from synthetic and natural fibres has been lau

A treatment for textiles developed by Livinguard AG of Zug, Switzerland, has been shown to deactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the human coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Biotechnology company Proneem of Marseilles, France, has developed a textile treatment that it claims is capable of neutralising SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, on textile surfaces.

An antiviral and antimicrobial treatment for textiles has been proven effective against the strain of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, according to its developer.

Prototype foam mattresses that feature cotton socks treated with a halogen-free, phosphorus-based finish (Alexiflam NF) have met the requirements of the flammability standards required for their sa

The developer of an antimicrobial textile treatment shown to be effective against one of the seven known human coronaviruses has given free licences for the formulation to three of its competitors.

In response to the human coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Alchemie Technology has brought forward the launch of its precise, high-throughput digital finishing technology (called Novara) for technic

An ozone-based technology typically used for the finishing of denim is being re-purposed for the sanitisation and disinfection of face masks.

An antiviral and antimicrobial treatment for textiles that is proven effective against the 229E strain of human coronavirus has been launched by HeiQ of Zurich, Switzerland.

Researchers at Empa in St Gallen, Switzerland, are developing novel ways to embed liquids in spun fibres that are then able to release fragrances in a controlled manner, an effect that persists aft

A special nanocoating and advanced colour pigments are being used by ContiTech North America of Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, to improve the comfort of seating for stadiums.

A pair of bio-based finishes – one featuring an odour-controlling antimicrobial and the other cooling phase-change materials (PCMs) – is to be launched at Heimtextil by Devan Chemicals of

A mineral-based additive infused into curtain fabrics can help purify indoor air, according to its Swiss developer, adding that the Sw

Two Swedish machine builders who have each developed an innovative technology are the latest members of the Stockholm-based Textile Machinery Association of Sweden (TMAS).

Two upholstery manufacturers in Bursa, Turkey, have installed the latest version of Baldwin Technology’s spray applicator for fabric finishing (TexCoat G4).

A flame-retardant (FR) compound that forms high levels of non-combustible char bodies on its surface rapidly when exposed to flames has been launched by Dynamic Modifiers LLC of Atlanta, Georgia, U

Flame-retardant (FR) polyamide (PA)–cotton fabrics are being developed by Alexium and Pine Belt Processing for use by the US Military.

Sonovia of Ramat Gan, Israel, was one of the three winners of the first Dornbirn Startup Days event, held as part of the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference (GFC) in Austria on 11–13

The Lycra Co of Wilmington, Delaware, USA, is launching a printable, water-based dispersion containing the Lycra (elastane) polymer.

A method that uses nanofibre webs and light for the removal of toxic dyes from wastewater is safer, cheaper and easier than traditional methods, according to its developers in the USA.

The first sportswear to be infused with cannabidiol (CBD), an active ingredient in cannabis, has been launched by Acabada of Roslyn, New York, USA.

An anti-fray formulation for treating woven fabrics made from meta-aramid filament yarns has been developed by US researchers Torsten Quinlan and Patrick Hawks.

A range of perfluorochemical (PFC)-free durable water-repellent (DWR) treatments for textiles that are resistant to dry cleaning has been launched by HeiQ.

A range of disperse dyes for the colouration of polyester (PES) fibres and microfibres, and PES/elastane blends, has been launched by Archroma of Reinach, Switzerland.

Archroma has inaugurated its Global Competence Center for Automotive & Synthetic Dyeing in Korschenbroich, Germany.

A bio-based flame-retardant (FR) and a wash-durable, non-biocidal odour-control technology have been launched by Devan Chemicals of Ronse, Belgium.

Alexium International Group Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding that could see its flame-retardant for cotton and cellulose-based textiles (Alexiflam NF) being marketed, sold and manufactu

A perfluorocarbon (PFC)-free, water-repellent finish for leather has been launched by HeiQ of Bad Zurzach, Switzerland, and DuPont Consumer Solutions of Wilmington, Delaware, USA.

Two odour-control treatments (Scentry and Scentry Revive) from Microban International have been declared safe for humans and the environment by the independent testing body Oeko-Tex of Zuirch, Swit

Advanced textile dyes that are also of great interest for organic electronics have been prepared using just water – albeit under highly unusual conditions – at TU Wien in Vienna, Austria.

Lanxess of Leverkusen, Germany, is to open an applications development and technical services (AD & TS) laboratory for polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) in Latina, Italy.

A short-chain fluorocarbon-based coating that can be used to make natural and synthetic fabrics waterproof is being developed by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Ca

A multi-functional polymer finish that absorbs heat and improves the moisture management properties of fabrics has been launched by Devan Chemicals of Ronse, Belgium.

A German company claims its latest textile finish offers an effective water- and oil-repellent treatment while eliminating the use of undesirable

The suitability of Lewis acids for the manufacture of antimicrobial textiles is being investigated by researchers at the Hohenstein Group in Boennigheim, Germany.

Textile odour control and prevention specialist Microban International Ltd of Huntersville, North Carolina, USA, has appointed textile chemical manufacturer Texchem of Rochdale as a UK distributor.

HeiQ will use the occasion of Techtextil in Frankfurt, Germany, on 9–12 May 2017 to launch its latest odou