Tonello: Kingpins Show 2024

SARCEDO, Italy — April 23, 2024 — Once again this year, we at Tonello are ready to play a leading role at the Kingpins Show in Amsterdam, with our flagship technologies and some prestigious collaborations to present new solutions and technological and process perspectives that design the present and future of garment finishing.

  • INDIGO GARMENT DYEING, THE EVOLUTION CONTINUES – DyeMate, Tonello’s latest patented signature innovation, is already revolutionizing the traditional indigo garment dyeing process and is also suitable for VAT and sulfur dyes.  At Kingpins, we will especially present a wide spectrum of new indigo shades, with truly surprising and unexpected hues and nuances.
  • BEYOND BLEACH, WITH OBLEACH – This year we are excited to introduce The dark side of OBleach, a new collection of garments that goes even beyond the boundaries of our patented OBleach process and offers incredibly authentic effects on black jeans and fabrics, with never-before-seen results.
  • RIPPER MODE, THE BREAKAGES THAT RESPECTS THE FABRIC – THE Laser continues to amaze with its ever-changing possibilities. At Kingpins, this time we will present the Ripper Mode, the technology that guarantees flawless breakages without compromising the integrity of the fabric weft. The “wow” effect is assured!

Here’s where else to find Tonello at the fair, as the star of numerous projects and collaborations:

  • DEEPINDIGO: ART “IN GARMENT” – Tonello, Officina39 and Telariazul together present a collection that takes indigo dyeing, craftsmanship, art and upcycling to unprecedented heights to create garments that are true works of art.
    Tonello main booth #19 – Blue area
  • MSP COLLECTION – Developed together with Denim House and Kingpins Show, designed by Piero Turk and Serena Conti and processed in Tonello’s R&D center with responsible finishing technologies. Booth W – White area (1st floor)
  • ONE DENIM – What are the infinite potentials of a single fabric? What and how many varieties of effects, patterns, variations can be achieved? Kaltex fabrics, designed by Piero Turk and processed by Tonello using the latest finishing technologies will provide a tangible demonstration of this. Booth D – Yellow area

This time more than ever Kingpins will be an unmissable event, so don’t miss it!

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: Tonello srl

ANDRITZ Production Line For Biodegradable Wipes Starts Up At Teknomelt, Türkiye

GRAZ, Austria — April 23, 2024 — International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully started up a new nonwovens production line supplied to Teknomelt Teknik Mensucat San. ve Tic. A.S. in Kahramanmaras, Turkey. The new neXline wetlace CCP (carded-carded-pulp) line produces nonwoven roll goods for biodegradable, plastic-free wet wipes.

By combining the benefits of two technologies, spunlace and wetlaid, the line enables the use of bio-based fibers, like viscose and wood pulp, to produce a high-performance and sustainable wipe with the same technical product characteristics and performances as a conventional wipe made of synthetic fibers while protecting the environment. This perfectly supports Teknomelt’s sustainable development goals and opens new growth opportunities for the company.

Salih Ziya Gümüser, general manager at Teknomelt, said: “With this start-up we have achieved a new milestone in our production. Using ANDRITZ’s Wetlace CCP technology, we produce our new Biona™ fabric brand. Made of viscose and pulp, our Biona fabrics are not only 100-percent biodegradable but also extra soft and highly absorbent.”

ANDRITZ Wetlace CCP at Teknomelt

Teknomelt is one of the leading manufacturers of nonwoven meltblown, spunbond, SMS and SMMS fabrics in Türkiye. The company serves a wide range of markets, exporting 45 percent of its production. With the new ANDRITZ Wetlace CCP line, the company is expanding its range of sustainable nonwovens production for wipes.

This start-up strengthens ANDRITZ’s strong global position in the supply of state-of-the-art production lines for nonwoven roll goods for sustainable wipes.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: ANDRITZ GROUP

Texprocess 2024: Technology Shapes The Future Of Textile Processing

FRANKFURT, Germany — April 24, 2024 — The textile processing industry is looking to Frankfurt these days, where Texprocess, the leading international trade fair for the processing of textile and flexible materials, will once again open its doors from April 23-26. “The entire industry is facing enormous challenges, be it the manufacturers of sewing and garment technology and machines for processing technical textiles, or the customer sectors. The entire industry is not only affected by the shortage of labor but must also face the constantly changing demands of consumers and legislators, for example with regard to sustainability,” said Elgar Straub, Managing Director of VDMA Textile Care, Fabric and Leather Technologies at the VDMA TFL press conference at Texprocess.

Accordingly, the industry has high hopes for the solutions that will be presented and discussed at Texprocess, with a particular focus on flexible digitalization and automation solutions.

Decline in orders in the entire Textile Care, Fabric and Leather Technologies sector

Incoming orders for German manufacturers of textile care, fabric and leather technologies are still on the decline: in the period from March 2023 to February 2024, incoming orders fell by 17 percent in real terms compared to the previous year. However, sales are in positive territory with an increase of 10% in the same period. Exports in the narrower sewing and clothing technology sector are stagnating. German machine manufacturers were only able to increase their exports by 0.7%. The most important customer markets here were Italy, France, and the USA. Overall, the outlook is therefore mixed.

At the VDMA TFL press conference, member companies Assyst, Morgan Tecnica and Pfaff/KSL gave an overview of their latest innovations that will shape the future of textile processing. Assyst presented the power of artificial intelligence in a fully digital fashion workflow. Brands and manufacturers can benefit from fast, high-quality designs, reliable fit across all products and accurate cost calculations and savings. Morgan Tecnica gave an overview of the cutting room of the future, where the latest technology can reduce energy consumption by up to 50%. Pfaff /KSL showed a new era of controlled sewing with its AI-based ONLINE VISION SYSTEM and also how textile welding has created a sustainable joining technology without threads and consumables. JASMA, the Japanese sister association of VDMA TFL, also gave an outlook on the next technology trade fair for the Asian region, JIAM. JIAM will take place in Osaka from November 27 to 30, 2024.

VDMA Textile Care, Fabric and Leather Technologies is the conceptual partner of Texprocess

Texprocess is the leading international trade fair for the processing of textile and flexible materials. From 23 to 26 April 2024, international exhibitors will be presenting the latest machinery, equipment, processes and services for garment manufacturing and textile and flexible materials to trade visitors at Texprocess for the seventh time. Techtextil, the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens, takes place parallel to Texprocess.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: VDMA

Procedes Group Invests In Two Durst P5 500 Printing Systems

BRIXEN, Italy — April 24, 2024 — Durst Group, manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, announces the successful installation of two state-of-the-art P5 500 Wide-Format printing systems at Procedes locations in Lemwerder and Cologne, Germany (viabild GmbH). The investment enables Procedes Group to vary its trade fair projects and wide-format applications across locations according to workload and delivery date, while ensuring consistent workflow through the comprehensive use of Durst software. This strategic decision underscores the long-standing collaborative relationship between Procedes and Durst Group, with a total of 13 installations to date.

“The acquisition of the P5 500 Wide Format printing systems marks a significant milestone for Procedes. This investment allows us to expand our printing capacities while increasing the quality and efficiency of our services,” says Alexander Beilken, CEO of Procedes. “Collaborating with Durst has been and continues to be a true partnership for us, going beyond a mere customer-supplier relationship.”

Durst Group not only supported Procedes in the selection and implementation of the new printing systems but also accompanied Procedes’ expansion into the United States and the establishment of Procedes LLC in Chicago.

“We are proud to have Procedes as a long-standing partner and to support them in their strategic growth plans,” says Marcel Dietrich, Managing Director of Durst Germany. “The P5 500 Wide Format printing systems represent the pinnacle of our innovative printing technology, and we are confident they will help Procedes achieve their ambitious goals.”

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: Durst Group

TextileGenesis And EON Join Forces To Offer Fashion And Textile Players An Unrivaled Level Of Traceability And Transparency

PARIS — April 23, 2024 — A Lectra Group company, TextileGenesis, a platform for the fashion and textile industries to ensure material traceability, today announced a transformative collaboration with EON, the leader in product digitization, enabling retail brands to turn products into traceable, valuable assets through the creation of Digital IDs.

This collaboration will enable brands to create comprehensive Digital Product Passports (DPP) that connect the entire material and product life cycle, and leverage this intelligence to optimize supply chains, provide more transparent information to customers, meet legislative demands and scale circular business models.

The new TextileGenesis and EON collaboration will address key issues for fashion brands

The fashion industry is currently undergoing a major evolution, moving in just a few years from no legal framework to a surge of sustainability regulations worldwide, requiring it to be able to trace all stages of its value chain.

Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are now the top priority for fashion brands and at the heart of sweeping global legislative agenda. In the EU, for example, the European Commission is about to adopt a Regulation on Ecodesign for Sustainable Products, which will set information requirements on sustainability aspects for products sold in the EU provided through a Digital Product Passport. DPPs will require all brands selling products in Europe to provide information on the traceability and life cycle of their products through a Digital Product Passport. DPPs aim to help consumers to identify and choose more sustainable products and accelerate downstream business models such as repair, resale and recycling.

The collaboration between TextileGenesis and EON will support the implementation of DPPs while unlocking new business capabilities for brands:

  • With a DPP, products become interactive and can deliver reliable and transparent product supply chain data to customers throughout the product life cycle via an embedded data carrier (QR Code, NFC chop, etc.). This enables brands to increase customer engagement and trust and meet expectations for transparency.
  • The ability to collect robust data on products and materials and share with circular businesses to scale models such as resale, repair and recycling.
  • New intelligence into the end-to-end product lifecycle to optimize supply chains and gain new competitive advantages.
  • An efficient way to manage compliance with existing and future regulations (e.g. AGEC, ESPR, etc).

Thanks to the integration of TextileGenesis and EON platforms, data silos will be removed and fashion brands will benefit from an unparalleled level of traceability

TextileGenesis and EON are two technological pioneers in fashion traceability. TextileGenesis has created an innovative, totally reliable and secure technology that offers complete traceability of sustainable and conventional textiles, guaranteeing their authenticity and provenance at every stage of the supply chain, from fiber to retail. EON ́s pioneering software platform enables global brands to create and manage a unique digital identity for every physical product in the form of a digital twin. This digital twin turns their products into traceable, interactive and intelligent assets that power diverse business objectives including on-product customer engagement, authentication, seamless resale, and more.

The EON and TextileGenesis collaboration solves key technology barriers for brands to meet these new compliance requirements by removing data silos between upstream and downstream traceability. Brands will be able to link material traceability data from TextileGenesis to a digital twin in the EON platform through a direct integration between the two platforms. This critical link will ensure the end-to-end traceability of every unique item, enable customers to access trusted product information, and ensure downstream partners have the information they need to scale circular services. Brands benefit from traceable, compliant products that unlock new value across their lifespans.

“Our collaboration with EON enables us to offer an unrivalled level of precision and completeness in textile traceability, from fiber to finished product, and in tracking all stages of production, distribution, sale, resale and recycling of fashion items. The integration, via APIs, of our two platforms enables brands to associate a Digital Product Passport (DPP) with each of their products, bringing together certified supply chain data upstream (TextileGenesis) and information collected downstream (EON) of the garment purchase”, explains Amit Gautam, founder and CEO of TextileGenesis.

“Our collaboration with TextileGenesis signifies a huge leap forward in product and material traceability, enabling brands to for the first time connect the full end-to-end life cycle of each unique item. This new intelligence delivers unparalleled competitive advantages: brands will be able to scale new business models, deliver richer customer experiences and accelerate sustainability efforts,” explains Natasha Franck, founder and CEO of EON.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: TextileGenesis – A Lectra Group company

Next-Generation Haptic Testing Solution Comes to IGATEX Pakistan for the First Time

LEIPZIG, Germany — April 25, 2024 — Coming for the first time to Pakistan, the emtec TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer introduces an innovative measuring principle that simulates the sensory capacities of the human hand, providing objective data on the intricate nuances of touch. Beyond assessing softness, smoothness, and stretch and recovery parameters within a mere two minutes, the device evaluates additional components of touch such as thermo-haptic, friction, and crumple or drape behavior.

The results offer unparalleled accuracy in discerning the tactile qualities of textiles, ensuring manufacturers can uphold the highest standards of quality and comfort. Comparative studies against traditional hand panel testing methods utilizing “touch experts” reveal a correlation of up to 100 percent.

A further highlight of the updated TSA device is its seamless integration with the cloud-based Virtual Haptic Library, a collaborative effort with Black Swan Textiles. This online database digitizes and categorizes TSA sample data, enabling authorized personnel worldwide to access the data in real time. This facilitates efficient quality assurance and control irrespective of geographical location, virtually eliminating the need to ship samples globally to verify haptic conformity and thus yielding a significant return on investment.

“We’re thrilled to unveil our latest advancements at IGATEX Pakistan,” said Giselher Gruener, general manager at emtec. “The redesigned TSA device, combined with the Virtual Haptic Library, marks a significant leap forward in haptic measurement technology, empowering manufacturers to make informed decisions and elevate product quality.”

Attendees of IGATEX Pakistan are invited to visit the AHS Textile (AHS) booth D01-D06 in Hall 3. Emtec’s Giselher Gruener and Farhan Rasul from AHS will be on hand to demonstrate the TSA device and explain the advantages of leveraging objective data for haptic analysis.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: emtec Electronic GmbH

DOMOTEX Middle East 2024 Concludes With Resounding Success

HANNOVER, Germany — April 25, 2024 — The event, inaugurated by Dawood Al Hajri, director-general of Dubai Municipality, attracted industry leaders and enthusiasts from around the globe. It showcased a diverse range of products and designs that highlight the future of flooring. The success of DOMOTEX Middle East 2024 is a testament to Dubai’s strategic importance in the global trade landscape and its ability to drive innovation and growth within the flooring industry. The event saw over 100 exhibitors converging to present the latest trends and shape the future of the industry. The top five countries represented by exhibit space were Iran, UAE, Turkey, Egypt, and China.

Sonia Wedell-Castellano, global director of DOMOTEX at Deutsche Messe AG, expressed gratitude towards the UAE: “We are immensely grateful to the UAE for providing a platform that boosts the global flooring industry’s visibility and growth. The dynamic trade environment in Dubai has been crucial to the success of this year’s exhibition.”

This year’s event was particularly notable for its diverse and high-caliber exhibitions. Heritage Carpet by Ghanbarinia captured significant attention with its unveiling of 45 extraordinary antique handmade carpets. This unique exhibition aligned with UAE’s leadership initiatives for cultural advancement, featuring hundreds of magnificent rugs from Ghanbarinia’s collection — the largest of its kind in both quantity and quality globally. Additionally, a highlight of this showcase was the presentation of museum-quality antique rugs valued at $500 million, with some of the rugs dating back to the 17th through the 19th centuries, adding historical depth and cultural significance.

The Design Lounge was a focal point of innovation and style, transformed by True Design and Moooi Carpets into a creative hub. This space showcased the synergy between top-tier design and craftsmanship, with True Design’s furniture and Moooi Carpets’ textiles merging to elevate both the aesthetic and functional appeal of the lounge. Visitors were able to admire the exquisite lines and impeccable craftsmanship of True’s furniture pieces, each detail meticulously curated and every element precisely placed, creating a harmonious ensemble that transcends mere decor and exemplifies the art of living beautifully.

A remarkable highlight of the exhibition was the presentation of the largest carpet ever displayed at DOMOTEX, a 600m² masterpiece from the Tabriz Premium Silk Warp collection. This exceptional display showcased the unmatched craftsmanship and quality of Middle Eastern handmade carpets, dazzling attendees with its intricate design and superb artistry.

Another highlight of the event was the introduction of ‘Bog Pearl’ by Ryser Böden. Manufactured in Switzerland, this stunning bog oak hardwood floor is crafted from trees aged between 3000 and 7000 years. Known as bog oak and even rarer than diamonds, these trees offer a rich history and unmatched beauty, making them a perfect choice for Dubai’s most discerning residents. The intricate parquet design, formed from ellipses, promises a unique and show-stopping addition to any luxurious space.

Adding to the list of notable exhibitions, Standard Carpet, UAE’s largest carpet manufacturer, showcased its commitment to sustainability with its latest solutions. This exhibit highlighted the company’s ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact while maintaining high-quality and innovative designs.

Sonia Wedell-Castellano added: “The overwhelming success of DOMOTEX Middle East 2024 reflects the vibrant and resilient nature of the global flooring market. The innovations and collaborations displayed here highlight the latest trends and set the direction for future developments in the industry. We are proud to conclude another remarkable edition and look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence.” The event provided a stage for showcasing exceptional products and also facilitated invaluable networking opportunities for professionals from around the world.

DOMOTEX Worldwide

DOMOTEX HANNOVER (16 – 19 January 2025) is the world’s leading floor covering trade show. Deutsche Messe AG Hannover organizes the show.

DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR (28 – 30 May 2024 in Shanghai) is the largest international flooring show in the Asia-Pacific region. VNU Exhibitions Asia, Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai (a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe and Fiera Milano) and Build Your Dream jointly organize the show.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: Deutsche Messe

IPCO: Solutions For Solidification, Film Casting And Extrusion

FELLBACH, Germany — April 25, 2024 — Industrial process systems company IPCO will use Achema in Hall 4, Stand 24, to showcase its wide range of solutions for the chemical industry.

IPCO is a world-leading supplier of high productivity systems for chemical processing, with applications ranging from chemical pastillation and film casting to extrusion and cooling equipment. The company also supplies innovative press and scattering solutions for the production of composite materials.

An independent company owned by FAM AB, part of the Swedish Wallenberg Group, IPCO has 600 employees and more than 30 sales and service offices worldwide. This network of regional offices, provides local, on-the-ground expertise backed up by a global service organisation.

IPCO Rotoform HP | KDB1668

ROTOFORM – MARKET-LEADING PASTILLATION TECHNOLOGY

Rotoform is IPCO’s flagship chemical solidification system with more than 2 500 lines installed worldwide. Solutions are available for sulphur, hot melts, resins, waxes, fat chemicals, bitumen, tar pitch and many more, and the company IPCO will have a demonstration model on show at Achema.

Rotoform systems are available for applications such as abrasive and sedimenting materials (e.g. catalysts and suspensions); melts requiring a high feed temperature (e.g. bitumen, resins); subcooling melts (e.g. antioxidants for the tyre industry); and pharmaceuticals requiring GMP compliance.

FILM CASTING WITH VENTURI DRYING

IPCO has developed a continuous film casting system incorporating an innovative Venturi drying module for the production of very thin films to fine tolerances. A slot die applies the liquid product directly onto a polished stainless steel belt, which then passes through controlled drying segments where the solvent in the liquid is evaporated.

As well as dry film casting to 10-300 μm, the process can also be be used to produce high quality microporous membranes. Applications include the production of separator membranes and ceramic tapes used in Li-ion batteries, fuel cells and solid-state batteries.

IPCO Film casting system | KDB5745

EXTRUSION AND COOLING SYSTEMS FOR POWDER COATING

Another area of expertise is the manufacture of integrated powder paint production lines and IPCO will have a demo model on show at Achema. Product ranges include everything from feeding and extrusion equipment to cooling, flaking and downstream handling. This includes twin screw extruders from 1 to 2500kg/h capacity and a range of steel belt cooling systems and compact drum coolers.

IPCO Twin screw extrusion machine | 1729lpr

The company also offers spare parts, maintenance, refurbishment and servicing for all leading brands.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: IPCO Germany GmbH

Stretch The Creativity: Crystal International Launches The “Smart-Fit Denim Collection”

HONG KONG — April 25, 2024 — Crystal International Group Ltd.’s denim division has taken shaping innovation for stretch denim to the next level. The division, Crystal Denim, just launched its revolutionary “Smart-Fit” denim jeans, the new collection of shaping jeans. Inspired and driven by a sense of purpose to create the “perfect jeans” for all, Crystal Denim partnered with industry pioneers including Advance Denim and LYCRA, to create a collection of nine jeans that seamlessly blend comfort, impeccable style, and body-enhancing features, with the adoption of LYCRA’s FitSense® denim technology.

Crystal Denim launches the “Smart-Fit Denim Collection”.

Leveraging the 3D virtual technology during the design and product development process, Crystal Denim has conducted extensive analysis on the pressure points exerted by jeans on different body parts, such as tummy, waist, and thighs. The analysis allowed designers to create curvy engineering details that contour and shape diverse body types, while strategically activating stretch control areas for optimal effects. The development of the “Smart-Fit” jeans involved hundreds of trials and tests to control stretchability across various fabrications, washes and finishes, achieving the ultimate precision. Crystal Denim’s team of experts fine-tuned every parameter which might influence stretchability to strike a perfect balance between comfort, durability and shaping functionality.

With the technology, Crystal Denim enhances the stretchability of different body parts to make the jeans “Smart-Fit”.

The latest collection brings customizable fit solution, that fit perfectly in the body. The “Smart-Fit” jeans not only provide exceptional functional features, but also exude various styles. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the new collection offers different cut-seam details, silhouette and a variety of washes and finishes that cater to a wide range of preferences beyond the realm of skinny jeans. Both unique fit solution and denim authenticity could be upheld.

“Smart-Fit” strives to bring customisable fit solution that fit perfectly in the body.

“We feel excited to introduce the “Smart-Fit” jeans collection. This new move is the embodiment of our dedication to continuously refining the definition of “perfect jeans”, which should be empowering the customers to embrace their unique shapes and radiate confidence, while wearing the jeans with ultra comfort throughout the day,” said Miles Lam, assistant general manager at Crystal Denim.

Following the launch, Crystal Denim is currently working closely with the peers to explore wearing experiences and further fine-tune stretch control ability on various body shapes. The collection will expand and add more ranges of finishes, washes, and silhouettes, giving a wider selection of assortment for customers. Crystal International will strive to develop advanced innovative and sustainable solutions that make fashion fit all.

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: Crystal International Group Limited

Envalior Makes Debut Appearance At CHINAPLAS 2024, Showcasing Material Innovations

SHANGHAI — April 25, 2024 — Envalior, the new engineering material powerhouse, emerged from the combination of two highly complementary industry leaders in engineering materials – DSM Engineering Materials (DEM) and LANXESS High Performance Materials (HPM), made its debut appearance at Chinaplas 2024 in Shanghai. The company revealed its latest innovations across various application fields, with a focus on the innovative trend of new mobility and sustainability. Envalior’s diverse range of advanced materials and innovative technological solutions will further enhance products and accelerate sustainability in many industries.

With increasing green and low-carbon initiatives, there are heightened demands from governments, investors, and consumers alike to reduce carbon footprints and enhance operational sustainability in the chemical industry. Simultaneously, driven by industries such as the electric vehicle (EV) sector, the transformation of manufacturing, the rapid development of technology, and the sustained growth in the demand for high-performance and special engineering materials continues.

Envalior showcased a wide range of automotive components and non-automotive applications during this event, including E&E, appliance components and more. Through a series of interactive demonstrations, Envalior aims to highlight its innovative solutions in high-performance and special engineering materials across a variety of industries. Additionally, Envalior is committed to driving a more sustainable and circular economy and to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in entire value chains.

Applications highlighted at the Envalior booth include:

  • Electric vehicle bearings engineered with Stanyl® PA46 material, whichprovides stiffness at high temperatures and offers unique advantages in mechanical performance and cost-effectiveness. Motors can run up to 30,000 rpm and more to offer the best driving experiences in NEVs. At such high rotation speeds, the performance of the bearings and the use of bearing cages becomes a challenge. Stanyl PA46 outperforms any PA66 or ceramic solutions in mechanical performance and any PEEK alternative in terms of cost.
  • Automotive cross-car beams engineered with Akulon®/Durethan®, which reduces carbon footprint, decreases weight, and enables precise tolerances. As automotive OEMs are lightening vehicles, traditional metal components, such as automotive cross car beams, are being replaced with plastic or hybrid alternatives. These innovative parts not only offer a host of benefits, they offer a multitude of integrated functions—all without compromising performance.
  • Automotive air spring mounts engineered with Akulon/Durethan enhance driving pleasure and comfort. With the increasing demand for air springs, OEMs are looking for cost reduction and production efficiencies, so a shift towards replacing metal with plastics is evident. Envalior’s portfolio, featuring PA6, PA66, and TPC, offers the ideal materials to facilitate cost and weight reduction while promoting eco-friendly solutions for air springs.
  • Electric vehicle high-voltage connectors engineered with Pocan®/Arnite®PBT and Akulon/Durethan PA66, both materials are flame retardant with good electrical performance and processability, which provides a safer and more efficient performance balance. HV connectors are designed to ensure robust connections for those systems in all working conditions of the vehicle. Akulon SG-KGS5/HV & SG-KGS6/HV offer a balanced performance in terms of outdoor F1 requirements, flaming retardancy, electrical performance, easy processing, mechanical creep performance & insurance of sealing to IP67. With those features integrated into the Akulon SG series, an EV high voltage connection gets safer and better. In parallel, Envalior also tailor-made Pocan PBT BFN4232HR with CTI up to 600V, to overcome risk of ion/ silver migration during high voltage charging and it has intrinsic advantages in dimensional stability and color stability to ensure high voltage connection & recognition.
  • High-performance athletic shoe midsoles engineered with Arnitel®, a thermoplastic copolyester material adaptable to various foaming techniques. Also, Envalior’s Tepex® advanced composite materials is another engineering material that is expected to be utilized in new “TOP BRAND” models in 2025. Arnitel offers a unique product portfolio for various foaming technologies, which offer the possibility to achieve best in class rebounds and comfort in combination with longer life vs PEBA. Furthermore, Envalior offers low carbon footprint solutions to decrease the environmental footprint of shoes. Numerous midsoles made with Arnitel are in production right now and will enter the market in 2024 and 2025.
  • A Power Control Unit (PCU) for EVs engineered with Xytron™ PPSmaterial that meets key requirements, such as flame retardancy standards and insulation performance, ensuring driving safety and performance. At the core of an EV, the PCU assumes a pivotal role in managing power and ensuring safety while driving. In terms of material selection, a number ofcritical requirements should be met for optimal performance: flame retardancy rated UL94 V-0, exceptional insulation properties spanning from -40 to 160°C throughout its operational lifespan, reliable dimensional stability, resistance to creep, and resilience against thermal shock-induced cracking. Additionally, it should be e-Friendly to avoid corrosion. Xytron™ PPS meets all these requirements, establishing itself as a reliable material across various sub-applications, including inverters, converters, electric motors, insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBT), and capacitors.

Jason Zhang, managing director of Asia, said, “Our customer-centric mindset drives us to consistently introduce sustainable, high-performance material solutions that align with market trends and demands. We are dedicated to supporting industries in transitioning towards greener, more environmentally friendly, and more effective products and applications.”

The 36th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries, which is known as CHINAPLAS 2024, takes place from April 23-26 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center, Hongqiao, Shanghai (NECC). You can find us in Hall 7.2, Booth A52.

*Envalior is a supplier of Engineering Materials with over 4,000 employees worldwide. It was established in 2023 through the merger of Lanxess Performance Materials and DSM Engineering Materials. 

Posted: April 25, 2024

Source: Envalior

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