emtec Electronic Advances Textile Haptic Evaluation With Enhanced TSA Device At HIGHTEX 2024

LEIPZIG, Germany — May 27, 2024 — The emtec TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer represents a significant advancement in haptic testing technology. Based on a measuring principle that simulates the human fingertips, the portable lab device evaluates the hand-feel of fabrics with unprecedented accuracy and efficiency, measuring softness, smoothness, and stretch and recovery parameters within two minutes. Comparisons to results with traditional hand-panel testing methods using “touch experts” reveal a correlation of up to 100 percent. The TSA’s capabilities have been further enhanced with additional features, including:

Surface Thermal Conductivity and Thermal Insulation Measurement: The TSA reliably measures a product’s thermal properties, delivering objective data on how warm or cool a material feels to the touch.

Improved Design for Measuring Springback Behavior: The updated TSA utilizes an improved method for measuring springback behavior, accurately capturing a fabric’s ability to return to its original shape after deformation. This allows manufacturers to evaluate the elasticity and resilience of textiles, ensuring they meet specific performance standards.

Integrated High-Resolution Camera: A built-in camera captures detailed images of fabric structure, weave, and other visual embellishments, facilitating optical analysis.

Cloud-Based Virtual Haptic Library: Developed in collaboration with Black Swan Textiles, the Virtual Haptic Library is an online database that digitizes and categorizes TSA sample data, enabling seamless collaboration and quality control regardless of location.

The redesigned TSA helps answer the question: What makes one product more desirable than another? Is it softness, elasticity, cushioning, or a specific blend of these attributes? “With the improvements to the established TSA, manufacturers have even more tools at hand to define and enhance their product’s appeal,” explains Alexander Gruener, Global Business Development Manager at emtec.

Visitors to HIGHTEX 2024 are invited to stop by the emtec booth No. 107 in Hall 1 and speak with emtec Area Sales Manager Daniel Ohndorf and Cem Dipçin from Turkish partner company LABTEK to learn more about the updated TSA’s functionalities and application possibilities.

Posted: May 27, 2024

Source: emtec Electronic GmbH

Allegiance Flag Supply Expands South Carolina Operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. — May 22, 2024 — Allegiance Flag Supply, a producer of American flags, today announced the expansion of its Charleston County operations. The company’s $6.3 million investment will create 84 new jobs.

Founded in Charleston in 2018, Allegiance Flag Supply produces high-quality, hand-sewn flags using locally sourced materials. The company makes over 1,000 American flags each day and distributes to customers in all 50 states.

Allegiance Flag Supply recently expanded into a new 24,000-square-foot building located at 7600 Southrail Road in North Charleston. The facility will house all of the company’s manufacturing and distribution operations.

Operations are already online. Individuals interested in joining the Allegiance Flag Supply team should visit the company’s careers page.

“We are beyond excited about this new expansion. Charleston County has been our home and with this new chapter for Allegiance, we’re hopeful that it will continue to be for a long time. We’ve still got a lot of growth to go and we’re hopeful the positive benefits of that growth will continue to reverberate loudly across the community,” said Allegiance Flag Supply Co-Founder Wes Lyon.

“It is always gratifying to see homegrown companies find success in our state. We congratulate Allegiance Flag Supply on this expansion in Charleston County and look forward to the impact this investment and the 84 jobs it creates will have in the local community,” noted Governor Henry McMaster.

“South Carolina is proud to be the home of a company that manufactures America’s symbol of freedom. We are thrilled Allegiance Flag Supply decided to expand and further grow its presence in our state. This announcement is yet another win for Charleston County’s diverse economy,”  said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III.

“Allegiance Flag Supply’s investment is stitching together an even brighter future for Charleston County. Their commitment to American-made products strengthens the fabric of our community,” added Charleston County Council Chairman Herbert Ravenel Sass III.

FAST FACTS

  • Allegiance Flag Supply expands its Charleston County operations.
  • The company’s $6.3 million investment will create 84 new jobs.
  • Allegiance Flag Supply is a producer of American flags.
  • The company is located at 7600 Southrail Road in North Charleston, S.C.

Posted: May 24, 2024

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

EURATEX And industriAll Europe Team Up To Promote Social Partnerships In The European Textiles And Clothing Industry

BRUSSELS — May 23, 2024 — Supported by the European Commission, EURATEX and industriAll Europe have launched Stitch Together: a new Europe-wide two-year project to promote social partnerships in the European textiles and clothing Industry.

StitchTogether Kick Off

Stitch Together recognises the industry’s need to adapt to global competition, eco-friendly practices, and technological advancements, while ensuring decent working conditions and quality social dialogue. The project will foster constructive dialogue between employer and trade unions in seven countries with proud textile histories: Belgium, France, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain and Türkiye. Through seminars and capacity-building workshops, the project aims to enhance the capacity of social partners and empower them to engage in national and European-level social dialogues. Furthermore, the project seeks to increase social partner involvement in EU policy-making contributing to the development of sustainable and circular practices in the industry.

Dirk Vantyghem, director general of EURATEX, welcomed this new initiative: “Having a constructive and mature social dialogue is an important component of this new EU Industrial Deal, which should be part of the next European Commission’s agenda. This project is therefore very timely.”

Judith Kirton-Darling, secretary general of industriAll Europe, added “quality social dialogue is essential to make the green and digital transition of the textiles a success in Europe and ensure a Just Transition for workers. We are delighted to kick off this project and hope to see real results on the ground.’’

Posted: May 24, 2024

Source: EURATEX

NCC Applauds House Farm Bill Legislation

MEMPHIS, Tenn.  — May 24, 2024 — Signaling the appreciation of the House Farm Bill legislation, National Cotton Council (NCC) Chairman Joe Nicosia said, “While we are all aware that Committee action is a first step – not a final one — in a longer Farm Bill process, we must begin moving forward now.” Nicosia added that the NCC is ready to assist legislator’s efforts to bring relief to farm country.

The NCC strongly supports the House Committee on Agriculture’s mark up of the Farm Bill and urges the Senate Agriculture Committee to act soon.

Posted: May 24, 2024

Source: National Cotton Council (NCC)

Flax Fiber, A Serious Production Option For Automotive And Mobility

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Automotive and Mobility manufacturers continue to evaluate Flax and Hemp materials across their model ranges as they seek to reduce the overall environmental impact of their products,while taking advantage of their technical properties, reports the Alliance of European Flax Linen & Hemp.

Natural fibers have been used for many years to reduce the carbon footprint in components such as acoustic insulation, headliners and interior moldings that exploited the fibers’ vibration damping and noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) benefits. However, these applications have generally been parts that kept the fibers hidden. Flax is now being used in more visible parts and in significantly higher volumes.

EX30 Volvo

In one of the first visible interior trim packages to be available for a large volume series produced automobile, the new, all-electric, Volvo EX30 marks a major step for Volvo and Alliance member Bcomp, as customers can now select two interior trim packages featuring the natural aesthetics of woven ampliTexÔ flax fibers. The compact SUV focuses on sustainability and is designed to have the lowest carbon footprint of any model in Volvo Cars’ history, with Bcomp’s flax fiber composites now offered as an optional trim for the dashboard and doors of the EX30.

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Bcomp has recently completed its Series C funding round with a $40 million investment, led by Swiss institutional investor EGS Beteiligungen AG (EGSB), allowing the company to scale-up its production capacity for the automotive sector and develop new customer markets.

Representing the more bespoke end of the transport market, Greenlander, in partnership with investor and flax material specialist Depestele, showcased the Sherpa — the ultimate 4×4 expedition vehicle built to leave less impact as it travels — at JEC World Paris 2024 this year.

SHERPA Greenboat

The Sherpa, which will be formally launched at the Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf this summer, combines plant-based fibers like flax with bio-based resins and sustainable core materials like cork, wood and recycled PET foam to create durable and lightweight components. As well as the low impact materials, Greenlander also provides a unique business model, offering the composites items as a service and taking them back at the end of their life where they can then be repurposed or recycled.

Several other Alliance members have also developed colored flax solutions which are likely to become increasingly important as visual fiber flax solutions become more established in transport applications. Bcomp has successfully established a production route for back-injected automotive interior parts that uses its ampliTexÔ PP thermoplastic materials, combining speed and cost benefits of back-injection with the sustainability and performance improvements of colored natural fibers.

Terre de Lin, specialists in the production of dedicated flax fibers and rovings for composites, also launched 100-percent dyed flax fiber colored rovings at JEC World Paris 2024 this year. These untwisted 200 to 2400 tex rovings are chemical free and suitable for weaving, knitting, braiding, pultrusion, filament winding and automatic fibers placement processes.

“The latest automotive market developments for flax fibers see these unique natural fibers establishing a position as leading technical alternatives to traditional composite fibers,” comments Julie Pariset, Innovation & CSR director of the Alliance. “Scalable production, high-speed thermoplastic processing and multiple aesthetic color options now enable our members to meet mainstream automotive industry customer requirements.”

Source: Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp

KARL MAYER Warp Preparation At ITM 2024: Inline Energy Recycling During Drying, BLUEDYE For Environmentally Friendly Indigo Dyeing And Innovations For Less Downtime

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — May 22, 2024 — KARL MAYER Warp Preparation has long been a reliable partner to the Turkish textile industry. Its production solutions support customers in their competitive environment and set standards on the market. This is once again demonstrated by the innovations that KARL MAYER will be presenting at the upcoming ITM from June 4-8, 2024, in Istanbul. The technology leader can be found in Hall 3, Stand 303A at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in the capital.

“Turkey is a very important market for us. We want to provide momentum here for our customers who are pressing ahead with their investment projects. We also expect the direct exchange with them to provide us with information about development trends in the current difficult business environment,” explained Dieter Gager, vice president, Sales of the Warp Preparation business unit at KARL MAYER.

The focus of the exhibitions for the warp preparation sector is on the topics of cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

PROSIZE

Lower costs and environmental impact during sizing and indigo dyeing

The brand new system CASCADE offers customers a solution that enables them to significantly reduce steam consumption on sizing machines and dyeing systems. The basis for this is efficient energy recycling within the cylinder dryer: part of the system’s process steam flows is reused to heat up the final cylinder stages, in which the residual moisture is removed from the yarn at lower pressure and temperature values. Depending on the process conditions and system design, a steam saving of around 7% is thus possible and demonstrably so. A machine dashboard provides real-time data on the amount of recycled steam measured by a sensor. The values can be used to calculate the corresponding reduction in CO2 equivalents and costs.

For the denim industry, which is strongly anchored in Turkey, KARL MAYER has a media show for the BLUEDYE in its trade fair baggage. Thanks to clever technological details, the indigo dyeing unit is three times more efficient and two times cleaner than conventional counterparts on the market.

Solutions for maximum machine availability

Other innovations for the warp preparation industry focus on machine availability. Smart Size Box is a technology that monitors the condition of wear components and therefore makes a valuable contribution to predictive maintenance. The customer benefits from significantly less unplanned downtime.

In addition, a combined Care X-Tend and Connectivity Package will be presented based on the Care Solutions offerings for warp knitting. The product for next-generation after-sales service offers, among other things, easy access to fast remote assistance. Unlike conventional teleservice support, images and large volumes of data can now also be exchanged easily and securely, minimizing interruptions to operations. A ticket system is to be introduced in a further expansion stage. This feature, which has already been successfully launched in warp knitting, ensures transparency and efficient management of service requests. Market requirements play a central role in further developments.

“We are looking forward to talking to customers about our Care X-Tend and Connectivity Package at ITM. This exchange is very important for us to ensure that we meet customer needs with our offerings,” said Beat Schnurrenberger, managing director of KARL MAYER Textilmaschinen AG.

Maximum productivity for warp sampling and sizing

The MULTI-MATIC® 32 Compact and the LINK-MATIC® system, which will be presented with information material, contribute to the topic of maximum efficiency.

The new MULTI-MATIC 32 Compact warp sampling machine offers twice the productivity of the previous model without taking up more space and enables simple, fast pattern changes. Thanks to the short changeover times, the customer can react flexibly to the needs of the market.

The LINK-MATIC system is a sophisticated automation solution that also considerably simplifies batch changeovers on indigo and sizing machines, thereby increasing productivity. An output increase of up to 30 percent is possible, depending on the number of batches. In addition, yarn waste can be reduced to a minimum.

Posted: May 24, 2024

Source: KARL MAYER GROUP

Energy Efficiency Solutions Of The KARL MAYER GROUP: An Interview With Markus Bahde

Markus Bahde, Product Owner Digital at the KARL MAYER GROUP

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The control and reduction of energy consumption and in turn, of costs and CO2 emissions — no more and no less. This is what the KARL MAYER GROUP offers its customers with its new Energy Efficiency Solution. The innovation, which runs via the technology platform of KM.ON, helps warp knitting companies achieve less electricity waste and more sustainability, and shows the potential that arises from close cooperation among mechanical engineering, service and digitalization specialists.

Markus Bahde, Product Owner Digital at the KARL MAYER GROUP, talks with Ulrike Schlenker (US) from Corporate Communication at the KARL MAYER GROUP.

Schlenker: How did you come up with the idea of developing the Energy Efficiency Solution? What encouraged you to take this step?

Bahde: When designing and developing new solutions, we rely on our longstanding expertise in research and development and incorporate the innovations in our digitalization. In general, we work closely with our sales team: we have our ear to the ground and hear what our customers are saying. Like all production companies, warp knitting companies are currently under severe pressure in terms of energy costs, sustainability and documentation requirements. But there are also numerous national support programs that support measures for reducing the energy consumption of production units, including ones for industry. At the beginning of March, Italy adopted a decree-law to introduce the Transition 5.0 plan, thereby deciding to invest €6.3 billion in digitalization and the energy transition. Obviously, our development focus is the right one. This was already evident at ITMA 2023. At the leading textile machinery trade fair in Milan, we previewed our prototype to the specialist public and received very encouraging feedback. Many guests expressed their interest.

Schlenker: Why was the response so positive? Please explain what the new digital development offers customers and the benefits they can derive from it in more detail.

Bahde: The Energy Efficiency Solution offers multi-faceted support for warp knitting companies in energy management, including the display of real-time energy data for individual machines and the entire machine fleet, the analysis of historical energy data and the creation of energy reports. When the machine is heating up, it also enables efficient control without on-site manual adjustments. With these features, customers can take effective action to reduce energy consumption, electricity costs and CO2 emissions. A test customer was able to achieve a monthly energy saving of approximately 5% to 10% within a short time.

Schlenker: That is a significant amount! Are further steps planned or do you already have further developments in mind?

Bahde: Yes, we have already identified other use cases and prepared them on the system side. They will enable our customers to carry out additional and more detailed analyses. In addition, we constantly evaluate market feedback to continuously optimise and expand our solution to enhance customer value. The results will be incorporated into further release updates later this year. We are also planning major updates, which, alongside monitoring, will also optimise energy consumption. As a first step, in future, the Energy Efficiency Solution will independently make recommendations for action to reduce energy costs and CO2 consumption. In addition, we are planning to continuously expand and improve our services around machine condition.

Schlenker: Where and when can customers experience the performance of the Energy Efficiency Solution for themselves?

Bahde: The solution for more energy efficiency will be a highlight of our exhibition at ITM. The mechanical engineering fair will take place from 4 to 8 June in Istanbul. We are also planning a presentation at the ITMA ASIA + CITME from 14 to 18 October in Shanghai. We are looking forward to welcoming many visitors. Of course, interested persons can also contact us directly. We can be reached at caresolutions4u_wk@karlmayer.com.

Posted: May 23, 2024

Source: KARL MAYER GROUP

Mahlo GmbH + Co. KG Looks Forward To ITM 2024: Measuring And Control Technology For Efficient Production

SAAL ON THE DANUBE, Germany — May 23, 2024 — Mahlo GmbH + Co. KG, a trusted partner in providing solutions for the textile industry, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming ITM trade show. With more than 75 years of experience, Mahlo has been a reliable presence in the Turkish textile market, offering cutting-edge solutions for straightening and process control.

The ITM fair, scheduled from June 4-8 in Istanbul, marks a significant event for the industry, drawing manufacturers and visitors from across the globe. Mahlo will be showcasing its comprehensive portfolio of solutions at booth 1114C, in collaboration with its partner, Masters Ltd.

The Turkish textile industry continues to experience growth and innovation, making events like ITM crucial for industry players to connect and explore advancements. Fabric distortion remains a common challenge in textile production, impacting product quality and efficiency. Additionally, sustainability and resource optimization are increasingly vital considerations for manufacturers aiming to maintain profitability.

Thomas Höpfl, Mahlo’s head of Sales, emphasizes the machine builder’s commitment to supporting textile producers in overcoming these challenges. “Mahlo has the expertise and technology to address the diverse needs of textile manufacturers,” Höpfl said. “Our weft straightener Orthopac RVMC-15, with its advanced optoelectronic scanning and DSP technology, stands as a testament to our dedication to quality and efficiency. Our latest development Orthopac RXVMC enables an even more precise and faster response to rapidly changing distortions.”

Mahlo offers a range of solutions tailored to different textile structures, from heavy carpets to delicate fabrics. The company’s products encompass everything from distortion detection sensors to fully automated straightening systems, customizable to individual production requirements. Moreover, Mahlo’s latest generation of straighteners, sensors, and control loops are equipped for Industry 4.0 integration, enabling remote access and real-time monitoring for enhanced efficiency and productivity.

As the textile industry continues to evolve, Mahlo remains at the forefront, providing innovative solutions to meet the changing demands of modern production.

Posted: May 23, 2024

Source: Mahlo GmbH + Co. KG

ITM 2024: MS PRINTING SOLUTIONs And KIIAN DIGITAL — Building A Better Textile Industry

COMO/VARESE, Italy — May 23, 2024 — Mix MS PRINTING SOLUTION’s experience in the digital printing machines sector with KIIAN DIGITAL’s long experience in the water-based ink production sector and you get a 360-degree, deep expertise that sparks in the printing solutions we design.

We welcome you to see the future on our stand (Hall 4 – Booth 404 A at ITM June 4-8, Istanbul). Where we display our digital pigment printing solution including the MS JP7 (scanning printing machine), Kiian Pigment 4K (patent pending digital pigment inks), and Colour Pack (color management software) that balances printer, ink set, print head, and fabric to offer the best final printing output matching customer’s color preferences.

Why do we believe in a pigment textile printing solution?

It is a fact that the textile industry is one of the most polluting industries, due primarily to overproduction. “Technology will change the Global Textile Industry paradigm by leading companies who choose digital pigment printing”, said Matteo Forte MS & JK Global Product Marketing Manager. “Our Pigment printing solution is fast, flexible, sustainable, and user-friendly, it reduces the production steps of the printing process by 50%.” ended Matteo Forte.

The positives of our Digital Pigment printing solution are clear:

  • On-Demand Printing. Print when you need, what you need – breaking down overproduction.
  • No Pre & Post-Treatments Required thanks to Kiian Digital Pigment 4K.
  • 50% less time in Color Management and Calibration: Faster Color Matching
  • Up to 20% increase in Color Gamut Via Color Pack – Color Management Software
  • Sustainable: Saving water, energy, and chemicals. Reduce Environmental Impact by 95% vs reactive digital process (source internal study)
  • Zero-Wastewater Recirculation System. Dramatically reduce water consumption during the printing process by up to 90%.

Have we not convinced you yet?

Excellent. Join us in our booth to discuss why digital textile printing with pigment is so interesting, why printing companies don’t need to print more volumes to make printing cost-effective, and why the Global Textile Industry must change the paradigm to build a bright time to come.

Posted: May 23, 2024

Source: Dover Industries Italy Srl

ITM Istanbul With Strong VDMA Participation

FRANKFURT — May 23, 2024 — ITM, to be held in Istanbul at the beginning of June, will once again see a strong participation of VDMA member companies. Almost 90 exhibitors from Germany will exhibit at the trade fair, most of whom are members of the VDMA. In addition to the VDMA member companies exhibiting with their own booth, numerous VDMA members will be represented in Istanbul via agents. They cover nearly all different machinery chapters with a focus on spinning, nonwovens, weaving, knitting, warp knitting and finishing.

In Istanbul, the VDMA members will show their latest innovations. In technological terms, significant trends are digitalisation and automation. These themes have been present for some time but will continue to play a central role in meeting the challenges for many years to come. Another trend that has also been around for a while is sustainability. Today it is much more than a buzzword: Efficiency in energy, raw materials or water as well as recycling are not feel-good issues but have a real economic and social background.

For the textile machinery manufacturers organised in the VDMA, Turkey is a major trading partner. In 2023, textile machinery and accessories worth approximately 350 million euros were exported from Germany to Turkey, which made Turkey the second biggest sales market for German companies. After three years in which China was the most important supplier of textile machinery to Turkey, Germany has now regained this top position.

Turkey is at the doorstep of Europe, which gives Turkish textile producers a powerful geographic advantage over Asian sourcing destinations. The textile companies in the region have a deep experience and know-how in making the highest quality textile and apparel for leading markets of Europe and employs a young, dynamic, and well-educated workforce.

But ITM is not just a place for visitors from Turkey, as Dr. Harald Weber, managing director of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association explained: “It should not be forgotten that ITM not only attracts visitors from Turkey, but also from the Middle East, Central Asia and North Africa. Turkey’s proximity to the European Union and its fully integrated textile value chain also make it interesting in terms of the EU’s strategy for sustainable and circular textiles and the increasing importance of recycling in the future.”

Posted: May 23, 2024

Source: VDMA

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