Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Significantly Increases Spider Silk Reeling Efficiency, Boosting Per Cocoon Yield

ANN ARBOR, Mich.— August 26, 2024 — Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc. announced today that it has further boosted spider silk production with the introduction of new silk cocoon reeling protocols resulting in higher silk yields.

Dr. Nirmal Kumar assessing automatic silk reeling facilities

Under the guidance of renowned sericulture expert, Dr. Nirmal Kumar, the Kraig Labs production team modified the processing of its finished silk cocoons, increasing total silk yields per cocoon and improving reeling performance. These mechanical changes to the processing and handling of the company’s spider silk cocoons resulted in a near doubling of reeling efficiency compared to the prior production runs.

“Increasing processing efficiency and cocoon yield was one of Kraig’s top three goals for increasing production,” said company founder and CEO Kim Thompson. “Congratulations to the production team for these dramatic improvements. We anticipated many more months of work before seeing these results. Now we can focus on increasing individual cocoon size, and overall production volumes. I believe that even further gains in possessing yield can be achieved over the next two production cycles.”

Dr. Kumar and the Kraig Labs production team harvested the third production cycle of its proprietary spider silk cocoon last week. The BAM-1 hybrid cocoons have now been processed under the direction of Dr. Kumar and the newly implemented enhanced protocols. In addition to finished reeling spider silk, the team has collected, analyzed, and selected the top performing BAM-1 parent line cocoons for production expansion this fall. Over the next week, selective matings of these top-performing moths will be used to create the next generation of BAM-1 parental line and BAM-1 production hybrids.

“Dr. Nirmal Kumar has evolved our operations at an incredible pace, bringing nuanced details and innovative troubleshooting that has netted outsized returns at a rapid pace,” said Company COO Jon Rice. “These small details and tweaks in processing the finished cocoons have yielded huge improvements in finished silk yield. Undoubtedly, his continued guidance will play a major role in our continuing expansion of production.”

Posted: August 26, 2024

Source: Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc.

Trützschler’s Integrated Draw Frame (IDF) In India: Flexibility For The Upcycling Of Textile Waste

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — August 26, 2024 — Trützschler and the India-based company Gimatex have a long relationship that began in 2006. Since then, they have successfully collaborated on many projects. Gimatex has used Trützschler’s IDF successfully in direct spinning. Now, they are using it to turn textile waste into valuable ring yarn.

From left to right: Shailesh Thakur (Deputy General Manager Sales ATE), Shiladitya Joshi (Deputy General
Manager Marketing Trützschler), Vineet Mohota (Director Gimatex) and Gautam Kumar Dhang (CEO Fabric Business Gimatex).

Gimatex Industries Pvt. Ltd. has high standards for quality and sustainability. The company operates fully integrated facilities with ginning, spinning, recycling, weaving and processing units in Hinganghat, within India’s major cotton-growing region of Vidarbha. It also runs a state-of-the art fabric processing unit in Dholka, near Ahmedabad. As a family-owned company with over 125 years of history, it has a lot in common with Trützschler. Together, the two partners are working in close collaboration with the shared aim of extending that long history far into the future.

“Our clients demand consistent quality and competitive prices,” said Vineet Mohota, director at Gimatex. “We meet those demands by always leveraging the latest technologies to boost quality, save energy and make progress for sustainability. Trützschler is a strong partner for that work.”

Lower costs and higher productivity

Trützschler’s Integrated Draw Frame (IDF) technology is at the heart of this collaboration. Gimatex is using these innovative solutions to produce high-quality yarn. In particular, IDF enables Gimatex to produce top- quality yarns from a uniquely wide variety of raw materials — from 100 percent cotton through to polyester, recycled fibers and blends of various different inputs.

From left to right: Gautam Kumar Dhang (CEO Fabric Business Gimatex), Vineet Mohota (Director Gimatex) and Manish Deolankar (General Manager Gimatex) in front of Trützschler’s Bale Opener.

Gimatex mainly uses Trützschler IDF to manufacture rotor yarns in a direct spinning process. Direct spinning means shortening the spinning process by eliminating draw frame passages. Fiber slivers are fed directly from the card into the integrated drafting passage. This direct spinning concept uses less electricity and less space than conventional draw frame passages, which helps Gimatex to cut costs while increasing output volumes — with no compromise in quality. Most often, IDF technology is used for rotor and vortex spinning. However, the team at Gimatex is now also one of the first spinning mills in India to develop a special IDF process for producing traditional and recycled ring yarn. This allows the company to leverage the same setup it uses for open-end yarn. The ring yarn produced in this unusual way is mostly coarser varieties and recycling blends for cotton/spandex (lycra) products, with Ne 10s and Ne 16s. The yarn goes through a blow room into a TC 15 card with IDF, before entering a Trützschler TD 10 draw frame, a speed frame and a ring frame.

Longstanding partnership

“The performance of Trützschler’s IDF machines is great,” says Mr. Mohota. “We also get support from Trützschler’s expert teams. They’re always available to give guidance and answer questions, and they’re able to access data from around the globe to share best practices for every application.” Gimatex and Trützschler have established a close relationship over a long period. IDF machines are a flexible, highly efficient and sustainable technology that is helping to extend that valuable partnership. As market conditions in India continue to evolve, we will keep working hand in hand to adapt to change successfully – while meeting high expectations from customers.

Posted: August 26, 2024

Source: The Trützschler Group SE

Thai Acrylic Fibre Co.,Ltd. (TAF) To Showcase Innovative Sustainable Fibers At Yarn Expo – Shanghai

BANGKOK— August 26, 2024 — Thai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd. (TAF) is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Yarn Expo –China International Trade Fair for Fibres and Yarns in Shanghai, taking place from August 27-29, 2024, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, China. #E37, Hall 8.2.

At this event, TAF will be showcasing their innovative product range, highlighting their commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation in the acrylic fiber industry.

Key products to be showcased include:

  • Radianza™: recognized as one of the most environmentally friendly and sustainable fibers utilizing gel-dyeing technology which helps reduce the consumption of natural resources and pollution making it a preferred choice for ecoconscious consumers and manufacturers.
  • Regel™: a recycled acrylic fiber produced by utilizing post-industrial waste, with 50 percent and 75 percent recycled content variants supporting a circular economy offering the same quality and performance as virgin acrylic fibers, while contributing to resource conservation and waste reduction.
  • Pilbloc™ – Known for its anti-pilling properties, Pilbloc ensures durability and long-lasting softness, making it ideal for high-quality apparel and home textiles.

“Our participation in Yarn Expo –China International Trade Fair for Fibres and Yarns underscores our commitment to driving global growth and innovation within the acrylic fibre sector,” said Tuhin Kulshreshtha, head of Marketing, Value Added Products, TAF. ” We are excited to showcase our sustainable and high-performance solutions, inviting visitors to explore how Radianza™, Regel™, and Pilbloc™ can elevate their product offerings with sustainable and high-performance acrylic fibre solutions.”

Yarn Expo is a leading sourcing platform to both exhibitors and visitors. Suppliers from Asian and European countries showcase their latest collection of natural and blended yarns including cotton, wool, flax/regenerated flax, and man-made fibers and yarns, as well as specialty products including elastic, fancy and blended yarns.

Posted: August 26, 2024

Source: Thai Acrylic Fibre Co.,Ltd. (TAF)

Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions At The ITMA Asia + CITME 2024

REMSCHEID, Germany/SHANGHAI, China — August 26, 2024 — This year’s ITMA Asia + CITME 2024 trade fair appearance of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division will once again focus on current challenges for the global textile machinery industry: the consistent replacement of old systems with energy-efficient and sustainable technology solutions, the use of digital software and hardware solutions to increase productivity and ensure material quality, and the traceability of all products to enable the recycling of the raw materials used in a future-oriented circular economy.

Oerlikon invites all visitors to ITMA Asia + CITME 2024 to address their questions to their experts on site and enter into dialogue with them. In Hall 7, B09, of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai, they will be waiting to discuss their answers to current questions of the present and future on a ca. 100m² booth between 14 and 18 October 2024.

Oerlikon at ITMA Asia + CITME 2024: With WINGS POY, Oerlikon Barmag continues to set the benchmark for innovative manmade fiber production.

Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions offers complete solutions ranging from extrusion and polycondensation systems to texturized yarn, accompanied by automation and digital solutions. The supply of all process steps from a single source ensures a coordinated technology that guarantees the high quality of the fibers and yarns produced. The entire product portfolio of one of the world’s leading suppliers of machines and systems primarily to produce polyester, polypropylene and nylon will therefore take center stage at this year’s trade fair.

Oerlikon Neumag is even more the leading supplier of carpet yarn production systems today.

“The Chinese market continues to have enormous potential for us, even if it has not been able to match the previous times in terms of large new installations of man-made fiber plants and the associated expansion of production capacity for good two years. However, there is still a great need for renewal, especially in terms of sustainability. Shutting down old plants and replacing them with new, modern and energy-efficient technologies is the path to a better and lower-emission future for us all,” explains André Wissenberg, head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs.

“We have been contributing to sustainability with our technology solutions for decades. Be it by increasing energy efficiency with each new generation of machines or by processing new materials,” Wissenberg continued. Oerlikon is proud of the fact that the company has been offering innovative solutions for the textile industry under the e-save sustainability label for 20 years and has saved over 15 million tons of CO2 thanks to the machines and systems developed and installed on the market during this time.

Posted: August 26, 2024

Source: Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division

 

TWE Group Announces Price Adjustments From October 1st, 2024

EMSDETTEN, Germany — August 23, 2024 — Due to the current economic situation, TWE Group is forced to make a price adjustment to its products. This decision is the result of several challenges that affect production costs. These include increased costs for raw materials, personnel, logistics and compliance with legal regulations.

From October 1, 2024, prices will be adjusted by 4 to 6 percent, depending on product categories.

“We are aware that price increases are never welcome,” says Ralf Berens, chief commercial officer. “This decision was taken after careful consideration and planning and is necessary. It ensures our customers and partners receive the high quality and service they have come to expect from the TWE Group. In precisely these matters, we value the long-standing trust and understanding of our customers and partners.”

TWE Group thanks its customers for their understanding and continued cooperation. The company remains committed to its goal of providing high  quality materials and excellent service.

The TWE Group develops, produces and sells high-quality nonwoven solutions for almost every application.

Posted: August 23, 2024

Source: TWE Group GmbH

Techtextil North America 2024: It Is A Wrap!

RALEIGH, N.C. — August 22, 2024 — The Techtextil North America Team greatly appreciates all who visited and exhibited this year in Raleigh! The past three days were filled with exciting products and technologies, new companies and countries represented and dynamic industry knowledge shared during our Symposium sessions, Tech Talks, Student Poster Program, and the History of Textiles Museum. Continue reading for a recap of the final day!

Final Day Of The Symposium

The final day of Symposium sessions at #TTNA24 continued to deliver a wealth of knowledge and ingenuity. Thursday’s schedule commenced with an insightful session on Talent Recruitment and Retention — exploring essential strategies for fostering talent through skill development programs, established career paths, and creating partnerships with educational institutions. We concluded this year’s sessions with the PPE and workwear equity gap, offering critical awareness into achieving greater fairness and inclusivity in this area for women in the field.

Tech Talks Come To A Close

This edition’s Tech Talks wrapped up with thought-provoking sessions that included a deeper understanding into the future of apparel manufacturing. Notably, we featured Julie Rader from Walmart and Beth Esponnette from unspun, who shared their expertise on advancing more mindful approaches to apparel production. They explored ways to manufacture apparel with greater consideration for both environmental impact and local economies.

Celebrating 125 Years Of Textile History

Over the entirety of the event, Techtextil North America has honored the remarkable 125 years of textiles at NC State University’s Wilson College of Textiles. This notable milestone was commemorated through an exceptional exhibition, the History of Textiles Museum. This special showcase on the show floor provided a captivating journey through the evolution of textiles, featuring a diverse array of artifacts that spanned from early machinery to the latest advancements in technologies and automation. Exhibitors and visitors were given a comprehensive look at how the textile industry has transformed over more than a century, highlighting both its historical foundations and its future innovations.

Save The Date For Techtextil North America And Texprocess Americas 2025!

We are proud to announce that the next edition of Techtextil North America will be held NEXT YEAR in Atlanta, GA, May 6 – 8, 2025 at the Georgia World Congress Center. The show will once again be co-located with Texprocess Americas.

So, mark your calendars, make sure to bookmark the shows’ websites, and follow us on social media for the latest updates and information regarding our upcoming shows. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Posted: August 22, 2024

Source: Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

Oerlikon Neumag Is The New Contact For Customer Services And Spare Parts For Installed Truetzschler Systems For Carpet Yarns And Technical Yarns 

NEUMUENSTER, Germany — August 22, 2024 — The Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division of the Swiss Oerlikon Group is expanding its customer services and spare parts business in the area of machines and systems for the production of carpet yarns (BCF) and industrial yarns (IDY). To this end, the company concluded an agreement with the Truetzschler Group, based in Moenchengladbach, Germany, in August. Technology experts and service staff from Oerlikon Neumag are now the new contacts for customer services and the spare parts business for Truetzschler’s BCF and IDY technologies installed in the market. The Moenchengladbach-based textile machinery manufacturer is withdrawing from this business segment in order to concentrate on the spinning, card clothing and nonwovens businesses in future.

Oerlikon Neumag is the new contact for customer services and spare parts for Truetzschler’s BCF and IDY systems installed in the market.

Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions offers complete solutions for the manmade fiber industry. They range from extrusion and polycondensation plants to texturized yarn, and are accompanied by automation and digital solutions. The supply of all process steps from a single source ensures a harmonized technology that guarantees high quality of the yarns produced.

Based in Neumuenster, Germany, Oerlikon Neumag, a branch of Oerlikon Textile GmbH & Co. KG and a brand of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division, has been an established and broadly positioned international supplier with proven expertise in the field of BCF for decades. The division’s sister company Oerlikon Barmag from Remscheid, Germany, contributes its expertise in the field of IDY systems.

“Our range of customer services and spare parts for existing BCF and IDY systems from Truetzschler fits perfectly into our existing Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions business model,” explained Georg Stausberg, CEO of the Division.

From the point of view of the Truetzschler Group, Oerlikon Neumag is the best partner to offer its former clients customer services and spare parts for the Truetzschler BCF and IDY systems installed in the market in the future.

Posted: August 22, 2024

Source: Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division

Milliken And Company Charitable Foundation Announces 2024 Grant Recipients

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — August 21, 2024 — The Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation today announced its 2024 community grant recipients, supporting organizations that serve communities where Milliken associates live and work. The foundation received 89 applications and from these submissions, awarded grants to 45 organizations totaling more than $800,000. In addition to community grants focused on nonprofits, the foundation’s core programs include an associate gift match initiative, impact gifts to support long-term projects, dependent scholarships for children of full-time associates, and disaster relief.

“Milliken is deeply committed to supporting organizations that enrich our local communities,” said Halsey Cook, president and CEO at Milliken & Company and chair of the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation. “We see community grants as a meaningful way to create a positive impact by harnessing our collective resources for the greater good.”

Community grant applications are reviewed annually between November 1 and January 31. The rigorous application review process relies on four giving pillars to determine mission alignment: Inspired Solutions, Together We Strive, Healthy Tomorrow, and Leading With Purpose. A full list of 2024 grant recipients:

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“The organizations we support are carefully selected for their alignment with our values and the significant impact they make in their communities,” said Danna Vetter, senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Milliken and Milliken Charitable Foundation board member. “We are proud to partner with them and applaud their tireless efforts to create a better, healthier, and more equitable future.”

Building on its long-standing legacy of community involvement, the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation is committed to making a positive impact through charitable donations and philanthropic programming.

Applications for 2025 community grants will open November 1. To learn more about the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation, and to apply for community grants during the application window, visit milliken.com/foundation.

Posted: August 22, 2024

Source: The Milliken & Company

ERCA Becomes First Bluesign® System Partner In Brazil, Expanding Global Reach Of Chemical Management System

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland — August 22, 2024 — bluesign® is thrilled to announce that ERCA, an innovative chemical solutions company for the textile industry, has become the first bluesign® system partner in Brazil. This milestone marks a significant step in bluesign’s global expansion, further solidifying bluesign presence across numerous continents.

As part of the ERCA Group, which operates with manufacturing plants in Europe, Latin America, and Asia, ERCA is dedicated to responsible innovation and sustainability. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge chemical specialties, including their revolutionary REVECOL® range, which transforms waste materials like exhausted vegetable oil into high-performance textile solutions, and is bluesign approved.

ERCA’s commitment to transparency and environmental responsibility aligns perfectly with bluesign’s mission to drive sustainable practices within the textile industry. By partnering with bluesign, ERCA Brazil underscores its dedication to reducing environmental impact and ensuring the highest standards of safety and sustainability in its products.

“We are immensely proud to be the first company in Brazil to become a bluesign System Partner,” said Sidnei Maturano, ERCA Brazil’s president. “This achievement reflects our team’s tireless efforts to prioritize sustainability and responsible manufacturing. We believe that bluesign’s rigorous standards will not only benefit our company, but also our customers and the environment.”

He added:”The benefits of being a Bluesign System Partner are numerous. For Erca Brazil’s customers, this certification ensures that products are manufactured using safe chemicals, reducing the risk of harmful substances in the supply chain. This commitment to safety and sustainability aligns with the growing consumer demand for environmentally responsible products.

Furthermore, Erca Brazil’s bluesign System Partner status demonstrates its dedication to resource conservation and energy efficiency. By implementing bluesign’s best practices, Erca Brazil can reduce its environmental footprint and minimize waste throughout its operations.

This partnership not only highlights ERCA’s leadership in Brazil but also reflects bluesign’s growing influence and commitment to sustainability across the globe. With partners now spanning multiple continents, bluesign continues to lead the charge in transforming the textile industry for a more sustainable future.

Posted: August 22, 2024

Source: bluesign technologies ag, An SGS Company

Techtextil North America 2024: The Opening Night Reception

RALEIGH, N.C. — August 22, 2024 — After a long and productive first day of business, Techtextil North America kicked off the evening with an exclusive tour of NC State University’s Wilson College of Textiles. Participants were shown the state-of-the-art facilities for knitting, weaving, testing, and so much more.

The tour provided a fascinating glimpse into the cutting-edge technology and innovation that has been driving the industry forward and continues to shape its future. From there, festivities began at the Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center, where everyone enjoyed a lively night filled with entertainment, food, drinks, and even some spirited karaoke.

Celebrating The Industry: Innovation Awards and Ceremony

During the second day of Tech Talks at #TTNA24, the Innovation Awards were presented. The Techtextil North America Innovation Award is designed to honor exceptional performance in various fields and recognize those that have pushed the boundaries of innovation. The ceremony offers the unique opportunity for exhibiting companies to highlight their latest advancements and enhance their visibility to the industry. These Innovation Awards were presented to:

  • New Product Winner: emtec Electronic GmbH for the development of the “TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer & Virtual Haptic Library”
  • New Technology Winner: Microban for the development of “Akotech: A New Antimicrobial Technology for Filtration Media”

Congratulations to emtec Electronic GmbH and Microban! Don’t miss your chance to connect with these exhibitors in booths 1110 and 1321, respectively.

Sustainability-Centric Education: Tech Talks

Beyond the Innovation Awards Ceremony, Tech Talks continued to deliver a wealth of knowledge and ingenuity. The day’s schedule featured a series of insightful sessions, each offering valuable perspectives on sustainability and remediation. A few highlights from the day came with James Rapley from Microban, one of this year’s sponsors, sharing his expertise on how antimicrobials have historically played a part in filtration and advancing filtration methods for better protection and sustainability. The discussions continued with Advances in Post Consumer Textile Recycling and an overview of PFAS, making it a day rich in learning and meaningful dialogue.

Textile Connections: Global Hub

Today at the Global Hub we had the pleasure of hosting an afternoon reception to provide a place to further build new business relationships.

A space for information on the many textile events worldwide, the Global Hub connected exhibitors and visitors in a relaxing environment. It is here where all can discover a comprehensive overview of our global textile exhibitions where you will have other opportunities to explore advancements and innovative solutions in the industry!

Posted: August 22, 2024

Source: Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

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