New, Completely Energy-Neutral Company Premises For Texo Trade Services (TTS), On Account Of Growth

WADDINXVEEN, The Netherlands — June 25, 2018 — TTS (Texo Trade Services), a specialist in transfer print media and large-format printable textiles, has started on the construction of its new company premises. A doubling of the number of employees, a strongly-growing international client base, a quadrupling of turnover in the space of ten years and the desire to lead in service provision and innovation comprise the reason for the move. The modern, completely energy-neutral building of 6,000 square meters (m2) in size will be erected in the Gouwe Park industrial estate in Moordrecht, right in the bustling heart of the Randstad, and strategically situated at the Dutch A20/A12 intersection. After ten successful years at the Coenecoop business park in Waddinxveen, the expectation is that TTS will move in March 2019.

New services, a step up in speed and efficiency


In recent decades, TTS has grown enormously in terms of digitally-printable textile media for visual communication, digital sublimation paper and silk-screen transfer paper. The new building gives TTS room to continue satisfying the demand and to grow still further in this. There will be room for bringing certain production stages in-house, such as the wrapping and cutting of paper and textiles in accordance with the client’s wishes. And thereby, clients will find that TTS is a one-stop-shop from now on. In the new sample production facility, clients will be provided with samples more quickly and easily, which will further benefit the service provision. New too is the demo room, with various Mimaki printers, Monti calendars and transfer presses. Here, TTS can test new products and bring them to market faster. Besides that, a loading dock ensures that containers and goods vehicles can be handled more quickly and efficiently.

Energy-neutral
TTS attaches great importance to sustainability, and is therefore making its new building completely energy-neutral. This is made possible through the application of underfloor heating, air circulation with heat exchangers and very good insulation in combination with solar panels. In total, the building has a surface area of 6,000 m2: 5,000 m2 of warehouse/commercial space twelve metres in height and 1,000 m2 of office space and demo space.

Anticipating future developments and demand 
With the new building, TTS will be ready for the future. Floris Jan van den Heuvel, director of TTS, said: “We expect that the market for digital textile printing will continue to grow worldwide. Particularly in segments like retail and stand construction, more and more textiles will be used for the decor. But companies which print textiles for the fashion or interior design segments are also moving over to digital production. Beyond that, the applications for digital sublimation printing are continuing to grow in the market for promotional items. Think in terms of mugs, hand towels, key cords and floor mats. Since we will have more storage capacity and an efficient warehouse in our new building, we can operate more quickly and at lower costs, and respond to the growing demand from the market.”

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Texo Trade Services (TTS)

Hyosung Features Lifestyle And Sustainable Fabrics With 2020 Textile Trends At Interfeliere Paris Mode City July 7-9, 2018

SEOUL, South Korea  — June 25, 2018 — Hyosung will showcase lifestyle and sustainable fabrics for swimwear, lingerie and activewear including:

  • New range of creora® Color+ dyeable spandex with higher power for deeper, darker colors with better compression in new shapewear, bras and activewear pants;
  • New 30/34 denier mipan® Aqua-X cooling, moisture management nylon with creora® fresh spandex for 24/7 performance in sports bras and shapewear;
  • New 20/68 denier MIPAN nylon for sensually soft,  featherweight fabrics for intimates;
  • Mipan® Regen recycled nylon with creora® highclo™ super chlorine resistant spandex, ideal for swim to gym longevity;
  • New collection of creora® eco-soft with dope dyed modal for loungewear and yoga inspired garments; and
  • New collection of creora® Fresh for multifunctional base layer and shapewear.

“As consumers seek multi-functional, comfortable apparel to support their active lifestyles, we continue to partner with global brands and retailers to provide customized innovation in fibers, fabrics and garments,” shared Mike Simko, Globlal  marketing director. “In addition, with sustainability and increased speed to market a minimum expectation, Hyosung helps customers integrate textile trends and fiber innovation through our new fabric development center to create prototype fabrics and garments.”

Intimate Apparel Trends 2020:

Majestic

Sensational touch comes to the forefront, delivering luxurious appeal with all-embracing applications using creora® spandex. Compact and precise, there is a sense of opulence from the hand feel, as fabrics with different levels of power caress the body. Color is injected to update delicate basics and to create engineered constructions for unrivaled appeal to the consumer. Ethereal knits are so fine, they effortlessly glide and embrace the skin, with powdery touch for a magical, cosmetic feel for all applications.

Next Gen

Today’s consumer wants an enhanced silhouette from shapewear with comfort and high levels performance plus an injection of decorative appeal and color. Shapewear is taking its traditional technology teamed with today’s functional yarns and knitting techniques in creating a next generation offering. Clean cut warp knit and anti-roll circular knits provide a smooth finish as VPL is eliminated. Shape wear is also reaching to new areas, not just designed to briefs, panties and thigh-slimming, butt-lifting shorts, and new engineered bras, with lift, support, and enhanced comfort by eliminating the traditional underwire.

Bountiful

With an increase in sports, health and wellbeing, the consumer continues to embark on an array of activities, including high level impact to leisurely weekend wear intimates and essential styles for active lifestyles. The classic sports bra is now reaching a new level of delivery, as traditional lingerie techniques merge with performance fibers and fabrics. Pulling from the activewear sector, these yarns deliver moisture management, UV protection, quick dry and superb fit plus comfort level from creora® Fresh anti-odor spandex.

Swimwear trends 2020:

INFINITY

Longevity drives the pro and fitness swimwear market, where creora® highclo™ is the essential super chlorine resistant spandex/elastane. Lightweight circular and warp knits with perfect compact surfaces reduce drag in the water and enhance the swimmer’s performance.  A high level of technicity features, as the fabrics proposed withstand the rigor of pushing through, instead effortlessly glide during swimming. Fabric weights are light, literally second skin in application for an unlimited experience.

HORIZON

A natural inspiration defines this direction, as a natural touch through to nature’s sensational colors feature. Warp and circular knit fabrics reach new levels of touch in matte and bright results. Fabrics take on a patina, subtly glazed with wet look and calendared finishes. Micro brushed surfaces and air textured yarns deliver a strong tactile appeal, subtly sueded through to liquid-like ethereal hands. The natural nuance of this direction leads to a strong sustainable appeal, with recycled REGEN polyester and creora® highclo pushing an eco angle

SOUL

In homage to the great outdoors, this direction takes on a superbly strong sustainable issue with Mipan regen recycled nylon and Regen recycled polyester with creora spandex. Swimwear features, but this direction is also about the lifestyle experience. The Millennials, eco conscious to the core, want the best they can get to pursue their activities and expect their brands to deliver on a sustainable level. Enjoying ocean pursuits from surfing to supping, the cross over appeal of this direction should be noted in active living collections, as coordinated collections feature, featuring cellulosic that require creora® eco-soft low heat settable spandex that saves energy in production.

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Hyosung Corp.

Devan Launches Natural Technology To Make Textiles Free From Pet Allergens

RONSE, Belgium — June 25, 2018 — Devan Chemicals recently launched a technology to make textiles free from allergens shed by cats and dogs. Purissimo™ is a probiotic-based solution and therefore completely natural. The technology was inspired by their experience with Purotex®, a successful allergen reduction solution that has been used in bedding for more than ten years.

Over the past few decades, pets have been climbing up the social ladder and have moved from outdoor protectors to indoor family members. The American Pet Products Association estimates that 65-percent of U.S. households own a pet, with cats and dogs being the most popular ones. In Europe, more than 30 percent of the households own a pet. Although the data are not unequivocal, researchers believe this increasingly close contact between humans and pets and the resulting higher allergen exposures might be a reason for the increase in pet allergies.

Purissimo™

Since many studies have suggested that allergic diseases have increased in frequency, Devan thought it was about time someone came up with a solution. Purissimo is a natural technology, inspired by Devan’s years of experience with Purotex, a very successful allergen reduction technology that is being used in the bedding industry for more than ten years. With a significant reduction in the house dust mite population of more than 99 percent, Purotex has proven to be an effective, preventive strategy for reducing allergic diseases related to house dust mites.

But, unfortunately allergies are not limited to beds and house dust mites alone, and so Devan started exploring what further could be done to reduce health problems related to allergic reactions. After months of testing, the company came out with a solution for allergies triggered by pets such as cats (cat allergen Fel d 1) and dogs (dog allergen Can f 1). Test results show a significant reduction of 92.8 percent on the amount of cat hair allergen Fel d1 found in treated samples. The technology is based on probiotic bacteria and therefore, completely natural.

Probiotics

First, inactive probiotic bacteria are encapsulated into microcapsules. These microcapsules are then integrated into textiles. When the fabric is exposed to friction, the microcapsules break open and release the spores. The spores absorb humidity, are then transformed into probiotic bacteria and start to consume the organic matter which contains the various allergens that cause allergic reactions and asthma.

Since pet allergens are also found in homes where there aren’t any pets (because of dispersion by adherence to textile surfaces such as clothing and shoes), Devan’s solution could be used to treat household textiles such as carpets, curtains, upholstery fabrics, etc., resulting in a clean, fresh and allergen-free environment. Also think of car blankets and other pet blankets. And not only in our homes, but also in public spaces like schools, hospitals, libraries, etc., this technology could be used to prevent the dispersion of pet allergens and the ‘second-hand’ exposure that comes along with it.

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Devan Chemicals NV

Avgol Brings A New Dimension To Nonwovens With Launch Of Waveform 3D™ Technology

TEL-AVIV, Israel — June 25, 2018 — Avgol is to launch a new 3-D concept for fabrics to extend innovation capabilities in hygiene applications.

Waveform 3D™ Technology is a process that enables the modification of nonwoven fabrics for the baby diaper, adult incontinence and feminine hygiene markets. The technology enables varying three-dimensional profiles to be incorporated into Avgol’s range of standard and custom designed fabrics to further enhance performance and comfort for consumers.

Through using this technology, beneficial fiber structures with distinctive surface patterns can be imparted. This generates a three-dimensional composition within flat fabrics, providing a number of additional benefits including advanced skin wellness, increased cushioning and enhanced cotton-feel. Thanks to combination with Avgol’s ‘FIT’ family of technologies, specially designed precursor fabrics can be used which then result in further enhanced liquid management qualities.

Nick Carter, director, Market Business Intelligence and Intellectual Property, at Avgol, said: “Investment in Waveform 3D Technology enables Avgol to offer high-performance nonwoven fabrics without compromising comfort. The ability to choose whether to use solid, apertured or combination patterns allows the product designer to truly tailor a solution for their application including how the fabric feels, how the fabric functions and how the fabric looks.

“Waveform 3DTechnology is part of an exciting programme of novel solutions to meet the ever-evolving regional needs of our customers and deliver added value through leading-edge developments, quality and service.”

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Avgol Nonwovens™

International Exchange With Approximately 150 Guests At The Third Groz-Beckert Textile Symposium “The Fabric Year”

ALBSTADT, Germany — June 25, 2018 — On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, Groz-Beckert invited international guests to Albstadt for the textile symposium for the third time. Under the title “The Fabric Year 2018”, the company provided insights into the current market developments. Around 150 guests from more than 20 countries from Asia, America and Europe followed the invitation.

Eric Schöller, member of the Executive Board Groz-Beckert, who opened the Fabric Year, welcomed the participants. The first presentation of the day was given by Dr. Josef Braml, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Auswärtige Politik e. V., and focused on the global competition between the USA and China, as well as the implications for Europe.

Andreas Engelhardt, Groz-Beckert Product Marketing and Innovation, then presented key messages from his established yearbook “The Fiber Year”, which he has been publishing as the owner of the company of the same name for many years. He reported that the global fiber industry achieved a growth of around 4 percent in 2017, after four years of falling growth rates. Although synthetic fibers continued to build on their prominent market position in the sector, natural fibers also experienced a more dynamic growth — a development that has not been seen since 2001.

Once the foundations had been laid with the extracts from the Fiber Year, Andreas Engelhardt and Martin Weiler, Groz-Beckert Market Research, moved on with the Fabric Year with the observations of the development and the current status of the national fiber and fabric production — always divided into knitted and woven fabric, as well as nonwovens. The markets in Vietnam and Indonesia were addressed first. An important common feature of both markets was the growing dependency on imports of fiber material, which is particularly relevant in light of the extremely dynamic expansion in fabric production.

This information was the ideal basis for the subsequent presentation held by Gail Strickler, President of Global Trade Brookfield Associates. She was a key player in the negotiations for the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) for textile-related issues and has been active in the private textile sector for many years. Her presentation addressed the Transpacific Partnership from the Asian perspective, the status of negotiations and the expected implications of the agreement for the global textile trade.

Over the course of the day, Andreas Engelhardt and Martin Weiler gave insights into the developments of further key textile markets. The developments in China, India and Bangladesh, as well as the USA, were outlined in a block of presentations. A second presentation from Gail Strickler followed on the topic of the United States. In this presentation, she provided exciting insights into the US trade policy and the status of negotiations for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

There then followed a detailed examination of the markets in Germany, Italy and Turkey. Production in Germany has stabilized over the past few years at a comparatively high level and the textile industry in Italy — as a renowned fashion center in Europe — has also experienced a revival recently. An interesting outlook on the Italian fashion market was also provided by Dr. Davide Bonassi from the Italian Hosiery Association.

Engelhardt and Weiler completed the block of presentations with a worldwide summary, complete with an outlook through to 2022. Growth potential has been highlighted for all fabric production technologies, with particularly high growth levels in knitwear and nonwovens.

The “The Fabric Year 2018” concluded with an evening buffet dinner, which offered space for discussions and exchanges.

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Groz-Beckert

Hexcel To Exhibit At Toulouse Space Show 2018

STAMFORD, Conn. — June 25, 2018 — Hexcel is exhibiting at the Toulouse Space Show on June 26-28 to promote its latest technologies and innovations in composites for space applications. More than 3,000 visitors are expected at this major international forum that is dedicated to novel solutions for space.

Hexcel’s promotions will feature a number of 3D-printed flight-ready carbon fiber parts manufactured from HexAM™ additive manufacturing technology, combining high performance PEKK thermoplastics with aerospace grade carbon fiber. HexPEKK™ structures offer significant weight, cost and time-to- market reductions, replacing traditional cast or machined metallic parts in highly demanding aerospace, satellite and defense applications.

Other Hexcel solutions for space applications include carbon fiber, prepregs and honeycomb materials with proven performance for satellite structures and launchers.

Posted June 25, 2018

Source: Hexcel Corporation

Announcing The Launch Party Of Katsu TechStyle, A New Textile Platform

NEW YORK CITY — June 22, 2018 — Katsu New York, a 30-year-old textile company that specializes in Japanese mills and high quality fabrics will be hosting its platform launch party. Celebrating on July 16, 2018, from 4-7 p.m. in their offices (Suite 7501) at the Empire State Building. Cocktails will follow alongside a preview of the Fall/Winter 2019 Collection where visitors can make their first purchases through the platform. Designers and brands from the fashion and interior design industries will get to explore the site and experience how simple it will be to make various types of textile purchases online all through a single cart and check-out process. As what has been a very traditionally offline purchasing process, industry members will now have more options, flexibility, and convenience in their textile selections, saving more time and money. To RSVP to the launch party go to:  https://fw19katsutechstyle.app.rsvpify.com

Katsu New York was established in May 1988 and founded by President Katsuhiko Kawasaki. With its mission of proposing high-quality and sustainable textiles with more transparency in the supply chain, Katsu New York aims to bring Japanese taste to the US market at competitive prices. Ranging from customers such as Theory, Banana Republic, rag & bone, J. Crew, Club Monaco, and more, Katsu New York offers a diverse range of quality textiles to meet many needs. With the launch Katsu TechStyle, Katsu New York is committed to being a leader in the textile industry that revolves around technology, style, and humanity.

Posted June 22, 2018

Source: Katsu New York

CORDURA® Brand Presents “Durable Design Award” For Cutting-Edge Workwear Of The Future At Professional Clothing Awards 2018

WICHITA, Kan.  — June 21, 2018 — INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand continues its commitment to inspiring the designs of tomorrow through sponsorship of the ‘Professional Clothing Awards’ (PCA) VISION 2018 international student design competition. At Wednesday’s gala event in London, the award winners were announced including the overall winner, Summer Gill from Bedford College and the recipient of the Cordura Durable Design Award, Thomas Davidson from Manchester Fashion Institute.

The PCA VISION 2018 awards exist to inspire and honor best-in-class innovative, stylish and functional workwear, corporate clothing and PPE designs of the future from textile and fashion students.

This year, the contest was opened to students from participating universities and colleges across Europe for the first ever pan-European contest. Students were challenged to develop unique designs that not only help meet the needs of the workers but enhance their ability to perform the job as well.

The overall winning design from Summer Gill was created with airport personnel in mind and demonstrated creativity, versatility, professionalism and technical understanding of the job requirements. “I was inspired by streetwear fashion and wanted to create a garment that was both practical for work and fashionable enough to wear off the job,” said Gill. “The detailed shapes on both my outer jacket and trousers were inspired by airport runway markings, a direct link to my chosen job of airport ground staff.”

The Cordura Durable Design Award is a special designation to acknowledge the student designer who best demonstrates a 360-degree approach to functional workwear. The design had to reflect a thorough understanding of the challenges faced on the jobsite, and present innovative durable solutions to meet the needs of the worker. Thomas Davidson’s design was creative, commercial and practical for professional tradesman.

“I decided to take on the PCA VISION brief to challenge myself within my design work to create garments with a functional purpose,” said Davidson. “Being quite a denim-head and using the theme of ‘vintage versus modern workwear’, I was ecstatic to find out that Cordura brand had created a denim specially for workwear purposes.”

Filipe Santana of the University of Lisbon, Portugal and recipient of the PCA VISION 2018 YKK® Award presented a design intended to be worn by sports coaches or personal trainers in a health club chain with functionality and versatility for employee roles both indoors and outdoors. He joined the competition for the opportunity to expand his limitations as a designer and to “have a close, direct relationship with the industry and international brands.”

“It’s been an honor to once again collaborate with the well-renowned Professional Clothing Awards during its 10th anniversary year. Through student design competitions, we often discover that it’s the students who teach us the most, giving us the opportunity to see our technologies come to life in new and innovative ways because of their unique and fresh perspectives,” said Cindy McNaull, global Cordura brand and marketing director. “We know how important it is to not only believe in the future, but to invest in it as well, by inspiring the next generation of designers who are committed to helping workers Live Durable™.”

Posted June 22, 2018

Source: INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand

Anifa And Soccer Legend Michael Owen Launch Techknit — The Most Advanced Activewear Waterproof Jacket — Now Available On Kickstarter

LONDON — June 22, 2018 —   Anifa launched its Kickstarter campaign today for its waterproof TechKnit jacket. Anifa’s aim is to provide a more comfortable, stretchable fabric than any other waterproof outerwear on the market, all while keeping form and fashion in mind.

TechKnit by Anifa is designed for all-weather comfort, functionality and style.

Former soccer star Michael Owen, whose career included three World Cups, 89 games (caps) and 40 goals for England, collaborated with Anifa founder Simon Kuong on the project.

“Simon and I put in a lot of hard work into creating this activewear breakthrough,” Owen said. “It’s stretchable so it’s very comfortable to wear, it’s airy so it’s nice and cool, and it’s waterproof as well. The advanced fabric is from Japan and it’s the highest quality. Of course it looks great as well so it’s one of my favorites.”

The fabric, from Japanese manufacturer Toyobo, uses a special knit structure. That material makes the TechKnit Jacket unique on the market — stretchable and breathable like a knit fabric, but still waterproof and wind-resistant.

The TechKnit Jacket offers maximum versatility because it’s durable enough to wear in wet and windy weather, comfortable enough to wear when the weather is not so threatening, and fashionable enough to wear anywhere.

It all adds up in the TechKnit name — technology + knit. The company name, Anifa, is derived from George Orwell’s ANImal FArm; part of the company’s core mission — to bring more wellness and fairness to society by using technology in fashion. And that includes the blockchain technology.

On the blockchain front — in collaboration with Global Crypto Offering Exchange (GCOX), Anifa is one of world’s first OWN-accredited business, Anifa will work closely with GCOX for future celebs apparel and also accept Acclaimed tokens (ACM) and all celebs token including Michael Owen tokens (OWN) as mode of payment. On July 3rd, 2018, at the Berlin Fashion Week, GCOX will host the official launch of the co-brand ‘Michael Owen X Anifa’.

“When I look at Anifa I don’t see just a fashion brand. I see an innovative team that is building a unique platform for fashion designers, material scientists, and celebrities in perfect alignment,” said Sir Dr Jeffrey Lin, GCOX co-founder and CEO. “It’s true blockchain at work in a new vertical and that is incredible. I see their DNA in this jacket.”

Simon Kuong founded Anifa in 2017 with the goal of creating the future of activewear. Kuong is thrilled to have Owen on board.

“It’s an honor to collaborate with Michael in this project,” Kuong said. “He’s a legend in football and he has given us a lot of ideas on the research and design process. As an elite athlete, his experience has been invaluable, helping us to bring Anifa to a whole new level.”

TechKnit by Anifa features include:

  • Special lamination, providing top water-repelling function;
  • High-density wind resistance with 0.3 CC level;
  • Extra soft and stretchable material for maximum comfort;
  • Innovative fabric designed by the Toyobo company of Japan;
  • Hidden inner pockets;
  • Double zipper;
  • Velcro loop on the sleeves; and
  • echKnit Jackets come in a variety of color.

Posted June 22, 2018

Source: ANIFA

Manhattan Beachwear Announces New Global Partnership With BCBG Group

CYPRESS, Calif. — June 21, 2018 — Manhattan Beachwear Inc. is proud to announce a global partnership with BCBG Group. Manhattan Beachwear will collaborate on the design and distribution of women’s swimwear for BCBGMAXAZRIA and BCBGeneration. The collections will launch globally for Fall 2018.

Manhattan Beachwear is excited to take its expertise of the swimwear industry and create swim collections that reflect the modern, romantic style that is BCBG. The women’s collections will be available at BCBGMAXAZRIA stores, BCBG.com, BCBGeneration.com and select retailers worldwide.

Kevin F. Mahoney, president and CEO of Manhattan Beachwear, stated: “We are pleased and excited to enter into a partnership with Marquee Brands.  Having world class brands in BCBGMAXAZRIA and BCBGeneration, added to our stable of blue chip swimwear brands, is very complimentary to our strategic goals.”

Posted June 21, 2018

Source: Manhattan Beachwear

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