American Apparel & Footwear Association Responds To Lapse Of AGOA And Haiti HOPE/HELP Programs

WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 1, 2025 — The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is expressing its deep disappointment that the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act, and the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act (Haiti HOPE/HELP) trade preference programs were allowed to expire yesterday.

With the programs now lapsed and Congress facing a government shutdown, renewal will face unnecessary delays. AAFA is calling on Congress and the Administration to take steps to extend these programs, retroactively, immediately.

For more than 23 years, AGOA has provided eligible Sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access, strengthening American exports in textiles and agriculture and fostering diverse U.S.–Africa commercial partnerships. Similarly, for over 15 years, the Haiti HOPE/HELP programs have supported both U.S. and Haitian textile industries by granting Haiti duty-free access for apparel and textile products, building strong business ties between the two neighboring nations.

These programs enjoy strong bipartisan backing, support American cotton and textile exports, and provide American businesses with smart, practical strategies to diversify sourcing outside of China.

“We are frustrated by the failure to act on these long-standing, bipartisan trade preference programs that clearly benefit local garment industries abroad as well as Made-in-America cotton and textile exporters, American brands, and the 3.6 million American workers directly supported by the fashion industry,” said AAFA’s Vice President of Trade and Customs, Beth Hughes. “Despite persistent and constructive engagement from a wide range of stakeholders, Congress has fallen short in renewing these mutually beneficial programs, ultimately surrendering further strength to China’s manufacturing influence by placing unnecessary obstacles in the way of viable sourcing alternatives.”

AAFA has long urged Congress to renew, and the Administration to support, the renewal of both the AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP trade preference programs, with testimony before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on AGOA’s renewal in July and testimony on Haiti HOPE/HELP before the International Trade Commission in February. For regular updates about key trade and customs dates and deadlines, visit AAFA’s Fashion Tariffs 101 page.

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)

Hohenstein, Goblu Partner To Streamline Verified Chemical Compliance

BOENNIGHEIM, Germany — October 2, 2025 — Hohenstein and The BHive® by GoBlu have formed a strategic partnership to simplify chemical compliance and sustainability reporting across global textile supply chains.

The collaboration combines Hohenstein’s testing and certification expertise with The BHive®’s digital infrastructure for chemical data. Together, the two organizations aim to reduce complexity for brands, manufacturers and suppliers facing stricter regulations, customer demands and sustainability goals.

Hohenstein testing verifies data for The BHive® by GoBlu infrastructure, a partnership that combines certification expertise with digital chemical data management. Photo: Hohenstein

“This synergy provides measurable value,” said Stefan Droste, CEO of Hohenstein. “It leads to improved supply chain transparency, reduced compliance risks and faster certification outcomes.”

The BHive® platform collects and analyzes chemical data for Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) reporting, turning fragmented documentation into actionable insights.

Hohenstein strengthens data integrity with laboratory testing, on-site audit verification and internationally recognized certifications, including OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT.

Aligning with industry initiatives

The partnership supports factories and brands aligning with ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero and reporting InCheck performance. By embedding on-site audits and wastewater testing into The BHive®’s workflow, the solution helps ensure that data accurately reflects on-site practices, preventing discrepancies that can undermine compliance. It also helps factories improve their ZDHC Supplier to Zero scores, which track progress toward sustainable chemical management.

The GoBlu and Hohenstein collaboration links digital data with verified practices to support compliance, industry trust and long-term sustainability goals. Photo: Hohenstein

“This partnership unites the digital innovation of The BHive® with Hohenstein’s globally recognized technical and certification expertise,” said Lars Doemer, managing director of GoBlu International. “Together, we are setting a new benchmark for chemical management, giving brands and factories a faster and smarter way to achieve their goals and build trust with customers and partners. At GoBlu, our mission has always been to make chemical management simple and impactful. Working with Hohenstein allows factories and brands to connect data and certification in one seamless process, reducing complexity and driving real impact for people and the planet.”

Coordinated compliance process

Beyond certification, the collaboration enables companies to connect multiple services into a single, coordinated process. This model reduces administrative workload, improves supplier performance scores and supports more informed decision-making.

The initiative offers brands and factories a more reliable path to verified compliance, industry credibility and long-term sustainability.

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: Hohenstein

Air Interlacing And Air Texturing Jet Supplier Heberlein To Present New Components — Jets Developed For Filament Perfection

WATTWIL, Switzerland — October 2, 2025 — Heberlein, a supplier of air interlacing and air texturing jets, aims to impress visitors at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025. Novel solutions will be presented, which will allow filament yarn producers to achieve special quality specifications and process optimization. As expected from Heberlein, these latest developments combine the most sophisticated technology with user convenience and savings potential.

Data in the ‘Fibre Year 2024’ report confirms that synthetic fibres continue to outpace natural fibres, growing by 8.4% against 2.7% – and this upward trend is expected to continue. Man-made fibre hubs such as China (+8.8%) and India (+7.7%), and also Vietnam (+8.9%) show significant growth. Looking at the development of different synthetic materials, polyamide stands out, with a notable increase of 4.1%, underscoring its promising future. In the forefront of these developments are Swiss-made key components from Heberlein, delivering cutting-edge technology that powers quality and efficiency in polyamide yarn production.

DTY jets for demanding spinners and yarns

New DTY Jet insert APe042.

Launched at ITMA 2023, the Heberlein APe series was expanded with new types of jets. The two additional jets are particularly suitable for polyamide with fine titers.

This DTY jet series sets new standards in yarn processing. Developed for the efficient processing of fine polyamide yarns with a particularly high number of knots (FP/m), the successful APe series is renowned for its unique performance of more than 200 knots per metre. Despite its outstanding performance, it is the smallest jet in its class – fitting anywhere and best suited wherever air savings and optimized production efficiency are required.

The APe series is also attracting interest from market players striving for sustainable production through various measures. Its capability for equal knot performance with reduced energy consumption delivers sustainability without compromise.

Air splicing: maximum control and minimum effort

AirSplicer-Basix – first-class splices for extreme strength characteristics.

Yarn splicers produce a tear-resistant, homogeneous splice of material without knots. All they need is compressed air. Heberlein’s AirSplicers produce first-class splices for a wide range of applications for technical fibers where extreme strength characteristics are needed.

The new AirSplicer-Basix was designed for technical yarns – including aramid, glass, and carbon. The splicer offers maximum control and user-friendly operation.

The sophisticated blow chamber design makes it easy to insert, splice and remove the yarn without any additional manual steps or the need for the user to activate further mechanisms.

The design of the AirSplicer-Basix is reduced to the essentials. Still, it performs convincingly and offers flexibility as one or more connection points can be created, depending on the material used and the desired splice strength.

Mastering difficult tasks

Synthetic yarn producers usually have to meet specific requirements for the end-products the market wants. This can be difficult! But Heberlein has both the know-how and the experience to turn these requirements into practical advice for efficient and sustainable production. It’s a core competence that defines the company.

A typical demanding task might be a customer request to reproduce a specific yarn – with nothing but a sample to work from. At Heberlein, experts actually enjoy this kind of challenge, and don’t stop until they find a way to make exactly the same yarn – or a very close alternative – as profitably as possible.

Challenges welcome! Heberlein looks forward to meeting visitors at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore. Visit the Swiss company in Hall 4 at Booth C113, where any questions about jets and splicers will be gladly answered.

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: Heberlein Technology AG

 

Swedish Innovation Behind New TexChroma™ Spray Dyeing

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — October 2, 2025 — In response to unprecedented market demand, BW Converting, a member of TMAS, the Swedish textile machinery association, will provide details about its new Baldwin TexChroma digital spray dyeing system at ITMA Asia + CITME in Singapore from October 28-31.

“We are excited to launch TexChroma because spray dyeing is the future and many of our customers are already seeing the benefits,” says Yiannis Vasilonikolos, BW Converting Sales Leader for Textiles, who has many years’ experience in textile dyeing technology. “We have conducted successful trials of TexChroma with pigment, reactive, acid and disperse dyes on both cotton and synthetic fibres.”

The new BW Converting Baldwin TexChroma digital spray dyeing system.

From production data to date, TexChroma can achieve savings in energy, dyes and chemicals of more than 30% compared to conventional continuous pad batch dyeing using steam, and up to 50% compared to exhaust reactive dyeing.

It also benefits from an advanced technology enabling reactive dyestuffs and alkali fixation chemicals to be mixed just seconds before spray application, in order to completely eliminate any ‘tailing and listing’– uneven dye application or colour variations.

The TexCoat® G4 Legacy

The introduction of TexChroma follows the runaway success of BW Converting’s Texcoat G4 finishing system in the past few years.

Rick Stanford, VP global business development at Baldwin

“TexCoat G4 spray technology was developed in Sweden from our off-set printing business, and we initially focused on installing units in Europe and the USA,” explains Vice President of Global Business Development for Textiles Rick Stanford.

“In the past two years, however, we have been very active in Asia, with 35 units sold – and many of these customers have been asking for a similar technology for the dyeing process.”

The first TexChroma will be installed at the plant of a very well-known Italian continuous dyer which is part of a larger textile manufacturing group, in order for it to be fully industrially tested before going into series production.

“Our first customer is close by our facility in Sweden, has the practical dyehouse skills we can learn from, and is a satisfied TexCoat G4 customer,” Stanford says. “We believe a major benefit of TexChroma will be in eliminating much rework which is common in dyehouses, but we’ve been very cautious about providing details on TexChroma too early. The dyeing process is unforgiving, and we must get it right the first time. The market has been ready for quite some time. And now, so are we.”

BW Converting is at stand B201 in Hall 8 at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025.

TMAS members in Singapore

In further new developments from TMAS members at the Singapore show, Kinna Automatic (Hall 6, stand D106 in Singapore) will provide details of its complete robotic lines for the production of pillows and duvets for the home furnishings sector and introduce the new Hector industrial sewing machine designed for the heavy duty circular and point stitching of filled textile components.

Eltex (Hall 2, stand C203) has made an important breakthrough on its EyETM tension monitoring system for the heat setting, tufting, warping and winding sectors, with the addition of electromagnetic brakes in combination with the latest advanced sensors. These enable tension variation to not only be detected, but automatically adjusted in real time during operation, rather than manually changed as previously.

The company’s ACT-R unit can further significantly reduce the selvedge yarn waste from the weft insertion systems of rapier weaving machines, while at the same time maintaining equal and steady tension across all pre-winders.

Advanced weaving control is also the bedrock of business for Vandewiele Sweden AB (Hall 2, stand D301e), which supplies weft yarn feeding and tension control units for weaving looms to the majority of the leading weaving machine manufacturers, as well as for retrofitting in working mills around the world The company will present its latest X4 yarn feeders with integrated accessory displays and has recently further strengthened its product portfolio with IRO Gaugepart modules. These are applied to tufting looms to determine the appearance of a carpet in terms of feel and structure.

Finally, the colarette machines of Svegea (Hall 6, stand D109) set the standard throughout Asia for the high speed production of tubular apparel components such as cuffs, collars and neck tapes and in Singapore the company will demonstrate its EC 50 and EC 200 with E-Drive II models, in addition to linked cutting systems.

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: TMAS – The Swedish Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association

AAFA Calls On U.S. Government To Protect American Companies, Workers, And Families From Digital Devalue Chain Of Counterfeits Promulgated By Platforms

WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 2, 2025 — The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) — a leading voice for safe workplaces, consumer protection, and brand integrity — submitted comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) as part of USTR’s 2025 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy (NML). In the submission, AAFA recommends the following platforms for inclusion in USTR’s 2025 NML report:

  • Meta: Facebook
  • Meta: Instagram
  • Shopee
  • Alibaba: AliExpress
  • Alibaba: Taobao

AAFA members are active in the fight against counterfeits. AAFA member products again dominated the top 10 commodities seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in its Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 IPR Seizure report, a trend that has remained consistent over time, fueled by the growth of e-commerce. Counterfeits pose serious threats to American brands, businesses, American ingenuity and innovation, and American workers, as well as to the environment and to American consumers. While this trend is not replicated across every online platform, it represents an underlying concern: e-commerce platforms are often driven to maximize profits at the expense of one or more components of brand protection.

“Every day, counterfeits, and the fraudulent ads, fraudulent websites, and dupe influencers that promote them, flood platforms, deceiving consumers and complicating the important work of brand protection professionals to take down illicit and dangerous goods,” explains AAFA’s Senior Director of Brand Protection, Jennifer Hanks. “All platforms must step up and take accountability for their willful blindness by instituting proactive, preventative measures so counterfeits are not visible on platforms in the first place.”

Steve Lamar, American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA)

“Recognizing these platforms as notorious markets simply reflects the reality that counterfeit fashion is widely available on some of America’s most visited online marketplaces and social media platforms,” says AAFA President and CEO Steve Lamar. “The Trump Administration has an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the insufficient steps these marketplaces take to block counterfeiters while raising awareness among American consumers about this hidden online danger.”

One concerning trend raised in 2025 by members is the alarming trend correlated to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Counterfeits and IP infringement have significantly worsened as sophisticated bad actors exploit AI faster than the platforms themselves harness the power of AI to block counterfeits.

Access AAFA’s NML submission details and the association’s July 17 letter to USTR ahead of today’s submission, requesting that the NML report include platforms regardless of where they are headquartered.

Earlier this month, AAFA welcomed the new USPTO Director, John A. Squires, and delivered a letter outlining the industry’s IP priorities. Read about AAFA’s advocacy to stop the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits.

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)

Global Nonwovens Alliance Unveils Inaugural Board, Advancing Collaboration And Growth Worldwide

CARY, N.C. & BRUSSELS, Belgium — October 2, 2025 — The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), a tax-exempt federation jointly founded by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, announces the appointment of its founding Board of Directors. This group of leaders represents some of the most influential executives across the nonwovens value chain and reflects GNA’s mission to foster global collaboration, innovation, and growth in the industry.

This newly appointed Board unites leaders from North America and Europe to advance GNA’s core objectives: strengthening advocacy with a global voice, expanding education and networking opportunities, driving efficiencies, and promoting innovation and sustainability across the nonwovens sector.

INDA representatives to the GNA Board include:

  • Mark A. Thornton, Vice President, The Procter & Gamble Company
  • Mike Clark, Division President, Hollingsworth & Vose Company
  • Jodi Russell, Vice President R&D, Cleaning Innovation, Packaging & Sustainability, The Clorox Company
  • Paul Harmon, Chief Innovation and Marketing Officer, Magnera
  • Douglas Dowdell, Director Helix, Global Cellulose Fibers, International Paper
  • Jaren J. Edwards, Co-CEO and President, Everra

EDANA representatives to the GNA Board include:

  • Mikael Staal Axelsen, Group CEO, Fibertex Personal Care/Innowo Print
  • Jörg Ortmeier, Chief Executive Officer, TWE Group GmbH
  • Giorgio Mantovani, Managing Director, Corman Spa
  • Thorsten Habeck, Business Director Dispersions for Fiber Bonding – Europe, Middle East & Africa, BASF SE
  • Ulrich Hornfeck, Member of Management Board, Sandler AG
  • Anke Renz, Vice President Research & Development, Essity

Mark A. Thornton will act as Chair and Mikael Staal Axelsen as Vice-Chair of this newly established Board. Both bring extensive industry experience, strong strategic vision, and proven commitment to advancing the sector. Their leadership will be instrumental in steering the organization through its next phase of growth and collaboration.

The Board has also appointed Murat Dogru as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organization. He will lead the GNA’s strategy, operations, and engagement with global stakeholders. As CEO, he will be responsible for ensuring that the organization delivers on its mission to represent and advance the industry at large. The position will officially start 1stJanuary 2026.

In the months ahead, Murat Dogru and the new Board will work collaboratively to identify and align on the GNA’s top priorities. This collective process will ensure that the Alliance begins its work with clear direction, focused initiatives, and a strong foundation to deliver value to the nonwovens industry worldwide.

“The establishment of this Global Nonwovens Alliance marks a transformative moment for our industry, reflecting a journey of collaboration to reach this point.  As I take on the role of Chairman, I am excited to harness the collective wisdom of industry leaders to propel us from vision to reality. Together, we will forge a path that embraces sustainability, champions innovation, and fosters long-term growth, ensuring that our diverse global industry thrives in an ever-evolving marketplace.” Mark A. Thornton, Vice President, The Procter & Gamble Company

“With the valuable support of our members, we have successfully established The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA) with EDANA and INDA as its founding members. This initiative aims to unite our efforts in an increasingly challenging world, providing a unified voice for our industry. Additionally, it aspires to enhance member benefits through stronger information, networking, standardization, and educational opportunities.” Mikael Staal Axelsen, CEO – Fibertex Personal Care

“The launch of this Board is a pivotal step in realizing the vision behind the Global Nonwovens Alliance,” said INDA President Tony Fragnito. “With the guidance of these accomplished leaders we will amplify the impact of INDA and EDANA’s work and ensure that the Alliance quickly moves from concept to action on behalf of the entire industry.”

“This Board reflects the global scale and diversity of the nonwovens sector,” said Murat Dogru, General Manager of EDANA. “By combining perspectives from across regions and markets, the GNA is equipped to set a forward-looking agenda that prioritizes sustainability, innovation, and long-term growth for our industry worldwide.”

Posted: October 4, 2025

Source: INDA / EDANA

CEMATEX Strengthens EU Representation And Advocacy For The European Textile Machinery Industry

MILAN — October 3, 2025 — CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, has reinforced its role as the voice of the EU textile machinery industry by enhancing its presence and engagement with EU institutions and stakeholders.

According to Mr Alex Zucchi, President of CEMATEX, the organisation is now officially registered in the EU Transparency Register. He said “With this registration, the association is in a leading position to represent the European textile machinery industry in dialogue with EU legislators and to actively contribute to consultations on upcoming legislative initiatives”.

As part of this engagement, CEMATEX has participated in the EU Sustainable Textiles Transition Pathway, pledging its support for the transition to a more sustainable European textile ecosystem. It has also joined the EU Textiles Ecosystem platform, ensuring stronger connections and visibility within the wider EU textiles community.

As the legislation landscape evolves in support of the upcoming EU textile strategy, CEMATEX is actively monitoring key EU legislative initiatives. Among them are the Eco-Design Regulation (Textile Delegated Act), Waste Framework Directive implementation across EU member states, Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (for apparel), and market surveillance and customs reform, including the proposal for a central market surveillance agency.

Trade advocacy and global engagement

Another important area of CEMATEX’s involvement is trade advocacy. It continues to actively represent its members’ interests in global trade issues. Currently, it is focused on two key areas: the Indian Omnibus Technical Regulation and EU market surveillance.

The Indian Omnibus Technical Regulation foresees compulsory certification by the Bureau of Indian Standards for weaving and embroidery machines and their components. CEMATEX has submitted a position paper to the Indian Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) and it is actively lobbying for postponement of the regulation. It has participated in the MHI Subcommittee on Textile Machinery and Machine Tools, seeking further clarifications and details.

On the European front, it has coordinated with other EU industry associations, namely CECIMO, Orgalim and Committee of European Construction Equipment (CECE) to press the European Commission to oppose compulsory certification for CE-marked machinery. It has called on the European Commission to classify this measure as a Technical Barrier to Trade (TBT) at the World Trade Organization plenary meeting in June 2025, demanding its removal.

At the same time, CEMATEX is actively lobbying the European Commission to secure tariff-free access for EU textile machinery exports to the Indian market.

Market surveillance

On market surveillance, CEMATEX has advocated strengthened enforcement against non-compliant imports. Towards this end, it has developed and circulated a position paper to all 27 EU Member State Market Surveillance Authorities (MSAs) and launched a plan to support MSAs and customs authorities with documentation identifying likely sources of non-compliance in imported textile machinery.

A Machine Safety Committee comprising experts from CEMATEX member companies is being established. The committee will collect evidence of recurring non-compliance. In addition, it is developing brochures for MSAs and customs officers to support their inspections. It has also prepared awareness initiatives targeting customer associations and trade unions regarding the risks associated with non-compliant imports.

Looking ahead

Through these initiatives, CEMATEX is reinforcing its leadership role in representing the European textile machinery industry. “By engaging in EU decision-making and defending industry interests in global trade, CEMATEX is committed to ensuring a competitive, sustainable, and innovative future for the European textile machinery industry”, Mr Zucchi explained.

Posted: October 3, 2025

Source: CEMATEX – The European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers

Picanol Debuts Next-Generation OmniPlus-i Connect Weaving Machine

IEPER, Belgium — October 3, 2025 — At ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025, Picanol is looking forward to unveiling the next-generation OmniPlus-i Connect airjet weaving machine, which sets a new benchmark in airjet weaving technology. This latest evolution of this trusted platform demonstrates how Picanol continues to deliver innovative, performance-driven solutions that meet the evolving challenges of modern weaving mills.

The New Picanol OmniPlus-i Connect

“We’re incredibly excited to be showcasing our latest developments at ITMA ASIA + CITME,” explains Johan Verstraete, Vice President Weaving Machines. “A key highlight is the new OmniPlus-i Connect, which integrates groundbreaking innovations across all four of our design principles. One standout feature, EcoBoost, enables energy savings of up to 1.5 kW per weaving machine. This is a true game-changer for mills that are aiming to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. This is not just evolution – it’s setting a new benchmark.”

Whether you’re focused on airjet or rapier weaving, or you’re looking to accelerate your digital transformation, Picanol’s wide range of solutions are designed to help you stay ahead. Visitors will also get a first look at AI-powered applications within the PicConnect platform, which is Picanol’s centralized digital ecosystem that integrates all digital tools and services in one intuitive interface.

What you can expect to see at the Picanol booth:

  • Four weaving machines on display:
    • 2 OmniPlus-i Connect airjet weaving machines (new version)
    • 1 Supermax rapier weaving machine
    • 1 Ultimax rapier weaving machine
  • Live demonstrations of PicConnect’s unique functionalities
  • Expert insights from the Picanol Sales and Service teams

One Ultimax rapier weaving machine with Jacquard will also be featured at the booth of Vandewiele: Hall 2 booth C301.

Visit ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025, from October 28-31, 2025, at Singapore Expo, where Picanol will be located in Hall 2 at Booth C204.

Details of the Picanol weaving machines that will be on display at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025:

  1. Ultimax-4-R 360 Coating 
  • The ultimate weaving machine for coating weavers, offering highest possible production speeds, top fabric quality and ease of operation.
    • Warp:
      • Pes 990 den
      • Density: 18 ends/inch
      • Drawing in width: 137.8 inch
    • Weft:
      • Pes 990 den
      • Density: 18 picks/inch
    • Highlighted features:
      • BlueTouch display • Gripper stroke measurement • on-loom Picascope • Free Flight with raceboard (VB)• Smart signal lights •Laserstop
    • Standard:
      •  BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • SUMO driveconcept • Gripper stroke measurement • Climate monitoring • Shedcalculation • PicConnect enabled
    • Monitor package:
      • Access control • OptiStyle • Raw material use • AutoSens • Gripper tape monitoring
    • Optimization package:
      •  Power monitoring • Harness frame stroke measurement & Shed simulation • on-loom Picascope
  1. Supermax-12-J 380 Saree
  • The Supermax offers you the perfect solution for weaving top-quality jacquard fabrics, up to 380 cm.
    • Warp:
      • Pes 50 den
      • Density: 190 ends/inch
      • Drawing in width: 151.6 inch
    • Weft:
      • Pes 150 den
      • Density: 48 picks/inch
    • Highlighted features:
      •  Free Flight with raceboard (VB) • Mechanical weft cutter • BlueTouch display • Smart signal lights • Climate monitoring • SUMO drive concept
    • Standard:
      • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • SUMO drive concept • Climate monitoring • PicConnect enabled

3. OmniPlus-i Connect-2-P 190 Poplin

  • A proof how a lighter fabric segment can benefit from the OmniPlus-i Connect platform. Digitization, maximum flexibility, very energy efficient and still running the highest speed.
    • Warp:
      • Cv Ne 30/1
      • Density: 62 ends/inch
      • Drawing in width: 67 inch
    • Weft:
      • Cv Ne 30/1
      • Density: 56 picks/inch
    • Highlighted features:
      • EcoBoost • AirStream • EcoWeft• WeavePilot • o-Leno • Blue22 EasySet prewinders
    • Standard:
      • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • SUMO drive concept • AirStream • Climate monitoring • Shed calculation • PicConnect enabled
    • Monitor package:
      • Access control • OptiStyle • Raw material use
    • Smart savings package:
      • Power monitoring • AirMaster with integrated air consumption meter • Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus)
    • Automation package:
      • Pick Repair Automation (PRA II Plus) • Prewinder Switch-Off (PSO) • AutoSpeed • Harness frame stroke measurement & Shed
  1. OmniPlus-i Connect-4-D-340 Sheeting

 

  • A clear example of a high-end sheeting style. Thanks to the unique Air Tucking-In maximum width flexibility is guaranteed. With the OmniPlus-i Connect, the industrial speeds are lifted to an even higher level.
    • Warp:
      • Co Ne 60/1
      • Density: 183 ends/inch
      • Drawing in width: 118.5 inch
    • Weft:
      • Co Ne 40/1
      • Density: 104 picks/inch (double pick)
    • Highlighted features:
      •  SmartShed Pro • AirStream • Electronic Selvedge System (ELSY Pro) – Air Tucking-In (ATI) • Pick Repair Automation (PRA II Plus) •BlueTouch display
    • Standard:
      • BlueBox electronic platform • BlueTouch display • SUMO drive

        concept • AirStream • Climate monitoring • Shed calculation • PicConnect enabled

    • Monitor package:
      • Access control • OptiStyle • Raw material use
    • Smart savings package:
      • Power monitoring • AirMaster with integrated air consumption meter • Adaptive Relay Valve Drive (ARVD II Plus)
    • Automation package:
      • Pick Repair Automation (PRA II Plus) • Prewinder Switch-Off (PSO) – AutoSpeed • Harness frame stroke measurement & Shed simulation
  1. Ultimax-8-J 190 Fashion (Vandewiele – Hall 2 booth C301)
  • Designed to combine ultimate performance and high-quality output. Ready for the sustainability requirements of tomorrow and with a maximum level of digitization
    • Warp:
      • Pes 68 f24 den
      • Density: 130 ends/inch
      • Drawing in width: 74.1 inch
    • Weft:
      • Pes 135 den
      • Density: 152 picks/inch
  1. PicConnect corner
  • PicConnect is Picanol’s digital platform, offering a wide range of features, from industrial IoT to service-related applications to optimize your machines and manage your weave room.

Visit the PicConnect corner of our booth to discover everything you need to know about this platform. All of the weaving machines at our booth will be connected to PicConnect.

Posted: October 3, 2025

Source: Picanol

 

Lenze At ITMA Asia 2025: Smart, Robust And Cost-Efficient Motor Drive System IE5/IE6 For The Textile Future

AERZEN, Germany — October 1, 2025 — At the world’s largest trade fair for textile and apparel technology, ITMA Asia (October 28-31, 2025 in Singapore), Lenze will be presenting innovative automation solutions for the textile value chain in Hall 7, Stand B201. The focus will be on energy-efficient drive packages, modular machine concepts and scalable software solutions – developed for mechanical engineers and end users who rely on sustainable technologies. Lenze has been a reliable partner to the textile industry for over 77 years.

Efficiency meets scalability: Motor Drive System IE5/IE6

The Motor Drive System IE5/IE6 from Lenze meets all current and future energy efficiency standards and offers an excellent price-performance ratio. Thanks to the innovative control process, many applications for which servo systems are traditionally used, such as goods transport in the finishing area, can be solved without external feedback. This makes the system particularly robust, low-maintenance and cost-efficient – ideal for the requirements of the textile industry.

Our functional model with two stylized machine elements demonstrates this extremely impressively and dynamically using movement tasks in the areas of speed synchronization and positioning. The combination consists of the m550/m650 motors, the g500 gearboxes and the current i550/i650 motec inverter generation. The first synchronous motor that is as easy to use as an asynchronous motor.

Thanks to its innovative design, it achieves efficiency classes IE5 and IE6. Motor losses can be reduced by up to 60 percent, significantly lowering energy consumption and CO2 emissions.

The performance is also impressive: with up to 300 percent overload torque, the motor accelerates from standstill to full load.

Modular machine concepts with the Lenze FAST Application Software and PLC Designer

With the Lenze FAST Framework and PLC Designer 4.0, Lenze offers a powerful toolset for the simple creation of modular software. Machine variants can be configured flexibly – regardless of the hardware used. This shortens the time- to-market and reduces sources of error in the engineering process.

Open interfaces for seamless integration

Lenze’s automation systems have open interfaces that enable easy integration into OEM ecosystems and the integration of third-party components. End-to- end data access from the drive to the cloud creates transparency and opens up new possibilities for digital services.

Service and migration: future-proofing existing systems

Lenze also supports OEMs and end customers with customized migration packages, local support and a global partner network. At the trade fair, customers can experience live how easy it is to convert from the 9300 inverter to the i950, even with an existing PROFIBUS connection. In this way, existing plants can be modernized in a future-proof and cost-efficient manner.

Posted: October 1, 2025

Source: Lenze SE

Speedo Introduces Ocean Flex Swimwear Range Made With Hyosung TNC Recycled Textile Innovation

SEOUL, South Korea — October 1, 2025 — Global swimwear brand, Speedo, is dedicated to inspiring people to swim—whether in the pool, ocean, lake, or river—by creating swimsuits and gear that elevate every experience in the water. It is also taking steps to improve the environmental profile of its products.

One of the paths to Speedo’s sustainability journey is developing swimwear made with sustainable materials. With the health of our oceans in mind, Speedo recently launched an outdoor swimwear range made with its new GRS and RCS-certified Ocean Flex fabric.

Ocean Flex is a swimwear fabric made from an 80/20 blend of Hyosung TNC’s GRS-certified regen™ Ocean 100% post-consumer nylon made from discarded fishing nets, and its RCS-certified 100% recycled regen™ Spandex. According to an independent 3rd party Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the manufacture of 1 kg regen™ Ocean nylon reduces CO2 emissions by 51% as compared to production of 1 kg of conventional nylon.

Hyosung TNC and mill partner, Hung Yen, introduced this recycled textile innovation in 2024, and since then, the fabric has captured the attention of leading swimwear brands to support their sustainability objectives.

“We’ve long valued our partnership with Speedo and are proud that such an iconic brand – that’s synonymous with swim and committed to protecting our waters – has chosen our certified recycled textile innovation for its Ocean Flex swimwear range,” said Laura Nilo, Hyosung US Marketing Manager – West Coast Lead.

Speedo’s Ocean Flex swimwear is part of its Open Water collection. It features a women’s once piece swimsuit, a long sleeve zip back one-piece swimsuit, racer back crop top, and boyleg bottom all in black/dark gray color block styling.

More information about the new Speedo Ocean Flex swimwear range, available now, can be found online here:

https://us.speedo.com/open-water.list?facetFilters=en_plg_productType_content%3ASwimwear

Posted: October 1, 2025

Source: Hyosung TNC

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