Carbon Announces Appointment Of Jason Rolland, Ph.D. As Chief Technology Officer

REDWOOD CITY, CA— February 16, 2026 — Carbon, a product development and manufacturing technology company, today announced the promotion of Jason Rolland, Ph.D. to the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Rolland, who has been with Carbon for over 12 years and was one of the company’s earliest hires, brings a distinguished career in launching new technologies to market within the startup ecosystem.

Jason Rolland, Ph.D.

A polymer scientist by training, Rolland earned his Ph.D. in 2005 under Carbon co-founder Joseph DeSimone, Ph.D.. During his tenure at Carbon, he built the materials team and co-invented the company’s patented dual-cure resin platform. His leadership was instrumental in launching numerous ground-breaking resin products that, combined with Carbon’s hardware and software platforms, revolutionized the additive manufacturing space by enabling applications once considered impossible with existing, traditional technologies.

“I’m humbled and excited to take on this challenge,” said Jason Rolland. “Over the past 12 years, I’ve really grown to love this space and this technology. I think additive manufacturing is critically important to building the next generation of products that impact our society, and I think Carbon is well positioned to lead this effort.”

Prior to Carbon, Rolland was a co-founder of Liquidia, Inc. (NASDAQ: LQDA). He is a recognized expert in additive manufacturing and a prolific inventor, holding over 60 issued U.S. patents with an additional 45 pending. His career is defined by a strong history of innovation at the intersection of multiple scientific and engineering disciplines.

“I couldn’t be more excited about having Jason in this role,” said Phil DeSimone, Co-founder and CEO of Carbon. “He has been a prolific innovator and leader since he joined Carbon in the early days and is responsible for many of the company’s largest revenue products. I am excited to have him lead Carbon’s broader product development and R&D organization as we continue to lead the way in additive manufacturing technology and solutions.”

Posted: February 16, 2026

Source: Carbon

The 65th Edition Of Filo Closes Performing Good Results

BIELLA, Italy — February 12, 2026 — The 65th edition of Filo, the International Yarns and Fibres Exhibition, has closed today in Milan achieving good results.

The main innovative element distinguishing Filo65 was represented by the closer synergy with Lineapelle. A very positive and profitable synergy was created with the leather goods exhibition, as proven by the large number of visitors who saw both exhibitions, thus gaining a more complete overview of the textile industry’s proposals for the upcoming season.

Visitors’ flow over the two days of Filo65 has been constant, despite this has been a special edition due to the concurrence with Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games, which caused some logistical problems. Exhibitors brought high quality collections, appreciated by national and international buyers for their contents related to style, innovation and research.

On the second day of the 65th edition, Filo received a visit from Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, Minister of the Environment and Energy Security (MASE), who said: ‘Textile industry is an important sector of our economy, as example of style and creativity: an excellence that combines quality and tradition in Italian products. Strengthening the competitiveness of our companies in the global market means rejecting the concept of fast fashion, which is an affront to rights and nature’, said the Minister. ‘The government is pursuing an innovative path on extended producer’s responsibility. MASE has prepared a draft regulation for textile supply chain, whose adoption is currently in progress, and it will apply to post-consumer urban waste. Companies will thus be directly involved in the end-of-life stage of what they produce.’

As explained by Mr. Pichetto: ‘The Ministry has adopted specific measures for the eco-design of products, sustainability and circularity in the sector. We are working to promote innovation and the use of low-impact fibres, moving away from unsustainable raw materials.’ According to the Minister of the Environment: ‘Italy is leading the world in the transition of textile and fashion sectors: therefore, the direct involvement of companies throughout the whole production cycle is the key to the success of the supply chain, protecting those who operate in compliance with high standards and against unfair competition.’

As an international exhibition since its inception, Filo has accompanied its growth process with increasing internationalisation. In the process leading to continuous and selective growth in foreign buyers and exhibitors, Filo can count on the constant collaboration of ITA – Italian Agency for the promotion abroad and internationalisation of Italian companies and the Piedmont Region.

The collaboration with ITA-Agency has brought here a delegation of 25 buyers, mainly from European countries – France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Hungary and Finland – and from the fastest-growing areas of Asia, such as India and China. ITA – Agency has also renewed its sponsorship of Made in Filo project for this edition.

Ten buyers from Finland, France, Japan, Ireland, Portugal and the United Kingdom took part in the ‘Buyers Days’ organised by Ceip, the Piedmont Region’s Regional Agency for Internationalisation and Investment Attraction, as part of the activities of the Piedmont Region’s Integrated Textile Supply Chain Project (PIF) “Textiles” of the Piedmont Region, funded by the PR FESR 2021-2027.

Paolo Monfermoso, Head of Filo, declares that: ‘Despite the challenging context, the 65th edition closed with positive results. Filo confirms its status as a leading trade fair, thanks to the high quality of its products and the professionalism and practicality of its visitors. This result was not a foregone conclusion because, despite signs of improvement, the industry continues to be affected by the uncertainties caused by the international geopolitical situation, in addition to minor logistical inconvenience caused by Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games. For this reason, we chose to strengthen our synergy with Lineapelle, which yielded excellent results, offering visitors a broader view of the textile supply chain’s capacity for innovation, creativity and sustainability.

In relation to research and innovation, I would like to highlight the great interest shown by visitors for the third edition of Made in Filo, the collection of fabrics entirely designed, produced and manufactured by Filo, made by using yarns provided by exhibitors and processed by implementing the best manufacturing techniques. As far as sustainability is concerned, we are cooperating with CLASS by Giusy Bettoni, which allows us to offer a vision of the topic focused on responsible innovation, with concrete experiences and case histories, starting with the InsideOut by C.L.A.S.S. project, which aims at giving visibility to less visible parameters in the textile and clothing industry, from ethics to traceability and transparency, from health to circularity.’

Monfermoso also adds that: ‘We are honoured to have received a visit from Minister Pichetto Fratin, who visited the booths to admire the style and creativity of exhibitors’ proposals. During the Opening Ceremony of the 65th edition of Filo, we talked a lot about the supply chain and the added value it ensures to companies and their competitiveness in the markets, as Paolo Barberis Canonico, President of Unione Industriale Biellese, pointed out in his speech. This theme was also addressed during the Dialoghi di Confronto, held over the two days, as a sign of how collaboration and synergies within the supply chain are seen as an essential element for this industry’s future.’

Monfermoso concludes saying that: ‘After two days of intense work, I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of Filo65: the companies and buyers, Lineapelle and in particular Fulvia Bacchi – CEO of Lineapelle, the institutions that support us, first and foremost ITA- Italian Agency and the Piedmont Region with Ceipiemonte, the speakers who participated in the Opening Ceremony and in the Dialoghi di Confronto, and the partners who collaborated for the creation of Made in Filo. See you in September for Filo66.’

The 66th edition of Filo is scheduled to be held on the 15th and the 16th of September 2026 at Fiera Milano – Rho.

Posted: February 15, 2026

Source: Filo

Huixing Machine Co., Ltd. Acquires Insolvent Mayer & Cie.

ALBSTADT, Germany — February 10, 2026 — Insolvency proceedings against Mayer & Cie., a German manufacturer of circular knitting and braiding machines, were initiated on 1 December 2025. Immediately after the insolvency proceedings were opened, the entire business was shut down. Most employees were then given notice of termination at the end of February 2026. The plan is to complete the production of the  remaining orders in the circular knitting by the end of the month.

Mayer & Cie. headquarters in Albstadt.

In December 2025, Mayer & Cie.’s braiding machine division was sold to an Italian investor. Now, with Huixing Machine Co., Ltd. Shishi, a buyer has been found for the circular knitting machine business at the last minute. The Chinese machine manufacturer will take over selected assets, including the property in Albstadt and shareholdings, including the two subsidiaries of Mayer & Cie. in China and the Czech Republic. The purchase agreements were signed on Monday.

Huixing Machine Co., Ltd. Shishi is based in Shishi City in Quanzhou, a center of the Chinese textile and engineering industry. Huixing manufactures and sells high-quality knitting machines and develops the associated intelligent software. The company employs around 1,000 people in research and development, manufacturing, sales and customer service at six production sites. Huixing is one of China’s leading companies in the textile and engineering industry.

According to its own statements, the buyer intends to resume production of circular knitting machines at the Albstadt site once the purchase agreement has been completed. The completion of the purchase agreement is still largely dependent on granting the necessary official approvals, including the approval from the relevant Chinese authorities for foreign investments and a clearance certificate from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. As things stand at present, the purchase agreements are expected to be completed within approximately six to eight weeks. In the period between signing and closing, the buyer also intends to finalize the concept for the new company.

Mayer & Cie. specializes in the manufacture and sale of circular knitting and braiding machines, which are almost entirely exported and are valued by textile manufacturers worldwide. The company is owner- managed in its fourth generation and operates in a market that is currently characterized by considerable turbulence. Mayer & Cie.’s turnover slumped dramatically, leading to financial difficulties, with the result that the company was forced to file for insolvency under its own administration in September 2025; proceedings were opened on 1 December 2025. As no investor for the circular knitting machine division could be found after an intensive international search, business operations are planned to be shut down after a short period of organized production wind-down until the end of the month.

Experienced restructuring lawyer Martin Mucha from the law firm Grub Brugger has joined the company as general representative and, together with his team, is supporting the management in the self-administration proceedings. He comments: “With the sale of the assets of Mayer & Cie.’s circular knitting division to Huixing, we have found a prospect for the planned resumption of business. It is good news for the location that operations are to be ramped up again in the future. The investor not only brings financial resources to the table, but also excellent business relationships, particularly in Asia, but also worldwide, from which Mayer & Cie. can benefit. I am delighted that, after intensive efforts in the final stages, we were able to achieve this result.”

Ilkin Bananyarli, a lawyer at PLUTA Rechtsanwalts GmbH, was appointed as trustee for Mayer & Cie. He says: “All parties involved showed tireless commitment, but the M&A process did not initially lead to an investor solution. This makes this last-minute turn of events all the more gratifying. This is a very welcome outcome for this long-established company and its creditors.”

“We had been searching intensively for an investor for Mayer & Cie. for many months, which initially seemed unsuccessful. Despite the announced closure, we continued our search and our efforts to realize the assets at full speed. The assets, know-how and brand should not be lost. The fact that we were able to interest Huixing in Mayer & Cie. and ultimately convince them is a great success for all of us,” explains Volker Wintergerst of Wintergerst Societät für Unternehmer-Beratung, who accompanied the investor process together with his colleagues Christian Scharfenberger and Simon Ulmer.

The Hechingen Local Court opened insolvency proceedings under self-administration on 1 December 2025. In contrast to regular insolvency proceedings, this means that entrepreneurial responsibility remains in the hands of the management. At Mayer & Cie., this support is provided by restructuring expert Martin Mucha. In self-administration, the competent local court does not appoint an insolvency administrator, but rather a trustee who supervises the proceedings in the interests of the creditors. Lawyer Ilkin Bananyarli from PLUTA Rechtsanwalts GmbH was appointed as trustee for Mayer & Cie.

Posted: February 16, 2026

Source: Mayer & Cie. / Sympra GmbH (GPRA)

Trützschler, Toyota And Murata At Zirve Tekstil — Perfect Quality Through Collaboration

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — February 10, 2026 — In today’s textile industry, excellence is not achieved by chance – it’s the result of deliberate decisions, technical expertise, and the courage to go beyond conventional paths.

From left to right: Erhan Tenekeci (General Manager Zirve Tekstil) and Ahmet Öztürkmen
(Trützschler Türkiye Sales Engineer).

The Turkish company Zirve Tekstil has done just that: by combining the best technologies from Trützschler, Toyota and Murata, they’ve created a production setup that delivers outstanding yarn quality – recognized worldwide.

A strategic choice for excellence

“We knew a one-brand setup might be easier,” says Erhan Tenekeci, the company’s General Manager. “But our goal was to stay competitive, which meant choosing the best in every category, Trützschler for fiber and spinning preparation, Toyota for roving and ring spinning frames and Murata for winding.”

Perfect quality from the start

Excellent quality in yarn manufacturing starts with spinning preparation. The Trützschler bale opener BO-P, for example, gently opens the fibers and ensures best possible blending from the start. The Pre- Cleaner CL-X outperforms the competition with its outstanding cleaning efficiency while significantly reducing the loss of good fibers. All in all, Trützschler’s blow room solutions lay the foundation for consistent quality and economy in yarn manufacture.

The intelligent card TC 19i, equipped with SUPERTIP wires from Trützschler Card Clothing, contributes further to unmatched sliver quality through the automatic gap optimizer T-GO, which is only available from Trützschler. The card also features WASTECONTROL, which prevents any unnecessary fiber loss. In the combing stage, the TCO 21 Comber stands out with its dual-drive technology and automatic piecing optimization, delivering uniform quality across all eight heads – even at high speeds. It also enables top quality at low noil levels. Together with the high performance draw frames TD 9T and TD 10, these Trützschler spinning preparation machines form a tightly integrated system that transforms raw cotton into a perfectly prepared sliver, thus creating the basis for further processing.

In the roving stage, four Toyota FL200 Roving Frames ensure high-quality rovings even at low twist levels – a key factor for downstream performance. Twelve Toyota RX300 Ring Spinning Frames provide exceptional stability and precise spinning geometry. As Erhan Tenekeci, General Manager of Zirve Tekstil, explains: “Despite being limited to 1824 spindles, Toyota’s compact ring machines produce more and higher-quality yarn than even the longest machines of competitors. Their performance, combined with low maintenance and high adaptability, gives us a clear edge.” The final step is handled by the Muratec FPRO EX Automatic Winder, seamlessly connected via Coner Link. This setup ensures smooth yarn transfer, minimal contamination, and consistently high winding quality – completing a process chain where every detail is aligned for excellence.

Quality that speaks for itself

The mill produces 18.5 tons of premium combed ring yarn daily in counts of Ne 20, 24, and 30, primarily for knitting applications. Although the focus lies on utilizing locally grown cotton – which typically comes with greater variability in fiber properties – the mill successfully produces yarns that are in high demand both in local markets with stringent quality requirements and on international export markets. This commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed: Pinter, the provider of the OptiFil system, has recognized the mill for achieving the highest efficiency among its Turkish benchmarking network with lowest yarn breakages – a clear indicator of the outstanding fiber preparation. This achievement is a testament to the effectiveness of combining top-tier machinery from Trützschler, Toyota, and Murata.

Collaboration without compromise – The best of all worlds

This project proves that integrating machines from different manufacturers can be done – and done well. The planning phase was smooth and collaborative, with all partners working hand in hand. The result: a production line that is more than the sum of its parts, with each machine contributing to one shared goal: perfect yarn quality.

It’s a powerful example of what’s possible when openness, technical excellence, and strategic thinking come together. By selecting the best solution for each step – regardless of brand – the mill has set a benchmark for modern spinning. “The best from every machine, for the best from every fiber.”

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Trützschler Group SE

Marco Bruno Appointed New R&D Head For Avgol Nonwovens Business To Expand Innovation Pipeline

TEL AVIV, Israel — February 11, 2026 — Marco Bruno is the new Global R&D Head for the nonwovens business at Avgol, an Indorama Ventures company. With more than 20 years of experience in the textile and nonwovens industry, including extensive expertise in high‑technology textile substrates, the manager brings deep knowledge in nonwoven and textile-related applications.

Marco Bruno

He is one of the inventors on more than 10 international patent filings covering advanced breathable functional materials and innovative material engineering developments in the nonwoven field.

At Indorama Ventures’ Avgol nonwovens business, Marco’s key goal is to further strengthen the company’s collaboration with up- and downstream partners across the value chain, ensuring that innovation translates into tangible, high value benefits for customers.

Being an active member of the company’s cross-business R&D community globally, he will also work closely with colleagues developing next-generation fibers for nonwovens and those focusing on the further enhancements of surfactants for technical and personal care applications.

As part of Indorama Ventures’ market-led innovation approach, Marco is eager to contribute to solutions that meet industry trends and help customers to respond to the needs of many end consumers in the baby diaper, adult incontinence and feminine care industry.

The company’s latest efforts to develop a comprehensive portfolio of soft nonwovens addressing different customer needs will be presented at INDEX, the world’s leading Nonwovens Exhibition taking place in May in Geneva, Switzerland.

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Avgol, an Indorama Ventures company

Nonwovenn Expands PFAS Free Ostomy Care Range To Meet Global Demand

BRIDGWATER, England — February 11, 2026 — Nonwovenn, one of the world’s leading nonwoven fabric-tech companies, is developing PFAS free activated carbon filter media for ostomy pouches, addressing the medical sector’s increasing need for safer, compliant and more sustainable filtration materials.

Photo – Sheila Alonso

Drawing on over two decades of expertise in the industry, Nonwovenn’s latest work combines odour and gas adsorption with low pressure drop, carbon integration and regulatory readiness.

The development is driven by regulatory scrutiny of PFAS continuing to increase worldwide. In the European Union, authorities have advanced a far-reaching proposal to restrict broad classes of PFAS under REACH. In the United States, ostomy pouches and accessories are classed as medical devices, making manufacturers responsible for materials selection, risk management and regulatory compliance. PFAS free options can help to simplify global market access and future proof product portfolios.

John Birkett, MediTech Business Director at Nonwovenn, said: “Demographic trends and regulatory changes are driving the need for next generation ostomy care technologies. We want to focus on delivering high-quality PFAS free filter media that can meet the practical and regulatory demands of modern ostomy systems.”

“Aging populations are driving greater demand for ostomy care, and we believe that reliable, discreet and comfortable pouch technology that offers effective control is incredibly important. Our customers, and the end users, are at the forefront of our minds as we continue to develop our products.”

Nonwovenn’s development programme engineers the products without intentionally adding PFAS to align with evolving legislation while maintaining adsorption and breathability. The measured performance parameters reflect published gas and composition data, odour drivers and clinical experience. Finished products are available as roll goods or cut filter inserts suitable for common ostomy pouch formats.

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Nonwovenn

BARMAG: Draw Textured Yarn (DTY) Efficiency For The Future Of Fancy Yarns

REMSCHEID, Germany — February 12, 2026 — Fancy yarns continue to gain importance in the textile market: Whether in fashion, home textiles or the automotive industry – the trend towards individuality is fueling the demand for textured, haptically differentiated and at the same time comfortable yarns.

Fancy yarns on the advance

Manufacturers are faced with the task of producing complex effect structures in a precise, reproducible and energy-efficient manner.

As a technology leader, Barmag offers texturing solutions that take the production of high-quality fancy yarns to the next level of performance.

Fancy yarn technology: More variety through customized process options

Varying yarn thickness, controlled effects, special surfaces and modified textures are essential for the production of fancy yarns.

Fabric made from cotton-like fancy yarns with a soft, voluminous structure for textile surfaces with a natural, cotton-like appearance.

Barmag’s texturing machines score points here with comprehensive modular options to produce yarn types such as “Cotton-like, Linen-like, Thick & Thin, Two-Tone, Different Shrinkage or Elastane-Covered. The combination of special fancy yarn devices – including hot pin, heater clip, pre-interlacing, bypass or special godets – enables producers to achieve precise, reproducible effect structures in downstream knitting and weaving applications.

The product portfolio is complemented by atmos.io, Barmag’s operating system for intelligent yarn production. atmos.io provides a data-based basis for decision-making: it digitizes the entire material flow, with each package carrying its own data. This allows yarn manufacturers to intervene in production at any time.

Stable yarn quality for demanding fancy applications

The texturing machines from Barmag are particularly impressive due to their ability to ensure consistently high yarn quality, even in complex fancy applications. The systems guarantee stable crimp characteristics, excellent uniformity and minimal effect variations. At the same time, they enable a reliable combination of POY, FDY and elastane. This performance is based on customer-focused R&D activities that specifically address current market trends – such as cotton-like and linen-like – and consistently incorporate them into the further development of technologies.

A clear advantage in the premium segment

Reproducible high-end yarn qualities are essential, especially in the fashion, home textiles and automotive sectors: creativity alone is not enough – process reliability, efficiency and consistency are just as crucial. This is where Barmag sets standards. Thanks to the close integration of quality, flexibility, efficiency, digitalization and safety, the DTY machines offer a premium solution for the economical production of modern fancy yarns.

More process stability, more added value, less risk

Manufacturers benefit from significantly more stable processes, higher added value and noticeably reduced quality and production risks – especially in sensitive premium segments. This makes the production of fancy yarns not only more creative and versatile, but also more measurable, plannable and economical.

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: BARMAG – A Subsidiary of the Rieter Group

Freudenberg Performance Materials: Presenting A Comprehensive Range Of High-Performance Tapes For Power, Data, And Specialty Cables

WEINHEIM, Germany — February 12, 2026 — Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is returning to the Wire trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, after a gap of several years.

Freudenberg cable tapes.
Source: ©Freudenberg Performance Materials

The experts from the world’s leading supplier of technical textiles are looking forward to presenting their comprehensive range of high-performance tapes for power, data, and specialty cables to visitors at the trade fair and discussing solutions with them at stand D19 in Hall 13 from April 13-17.

Freudenberg will showcase its high-performance cable tapes for all kinds of applications, including power, data, fiber optic, telecom, and special cables. Its cable tape product range for medium (MV) and high (HVDC and HVAC) voltage cables includes semi-conductive and non-conductive water-blocking tapes, binding tapes, bedding tapes, separation tapes, and special developments.

These tapes are critical for protecting and maintaining the structural integrity of cables, in particular thanks to their outstanding swelling performance and conductivity.

For submarine cables, Freudenberg offers tapes with exceptional water-blocking capabilities that are specifically designed to react instantly upon contact with water, swell into the fine spaces inside the submarine cable, and seal against moisture.

Example of applications for Freudenberg’s cable tapes in high voltage power cables.
Source: ©Freudenberg Performance Materials

“Freudenberg is a globally preferred partner of cable manufacturers as regards the development, manufacture and supply of high-performance tapes for the most demanding power and data transmission applications. By returning to Wire in Düsseldorf, we are strengthening our ties within the industry and demonstrating our commitment to supporting cable manufacturers in meeting today’s and tomorrow’s energy and digital challenges” says Jochen Bialek, Head of Global Sales Cable & Electro.

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Freudenberg Performance Materials

Atlas Publishes EV Weathering Testing Guide For Evaluating Long-Term Durability Of EV Interior And Exterior Materials

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois — February 11, 2026 — Atlas, the global supplier of weathering and lightfastness testing, has published the Atlas EV Weathering Testing Guide, a new application resource designed to help electric vehicle development teams and testing laboratories evaluate the durability of exterior and interior materials under realistic environmental stress.

The guide brings together accelerated laboratory weathering, benchmark outdoor exposure, and practical guidance to support confidence in long-term material performance.

EV Durability Brings Higher Combined Stress Exposure

Electric vehicles use a wide range of materials and functional systems which face combined stresses that add up quickly. Prolonged solar radiation, high temperatures, moisture exposure, and repeated thermal cycling can all be in play at once. Interior surfaces behind window glass can reach temperatures exceeding 100° C on dark materials, while exterior parts are exposed to ultraviolet radiation, heat, dew, rain, and rapid temperature changes. Without application-appropriate validation, these combined stresses can lead to fading, warping, cracking, delamination, and functional degradation – affecting appearance, mechanical integrity, and long-term performance.

Supporting Earlier Validation Under Tight Development Timelines

OEMs, suppliers, and emerging EV manufacturers routinely face critical questions: Will exterior materials withstand worst-case outdoor exposure? Can interior materials tolerate sustained heat and sunlight behind glass? Are suppliers delivering components that meet durability requirements consistently across programs? Weathering testing helps material scientists answer these questions using standardized, reproducible methods.

Atlas Full-Spectrum Xenon-Arc Simulation for Interior and Exterior Parts

Atlas xenon-arc laboratory weathering simulates full-spectrum sunlight – including ultraviolet, visible, and infrared radiation. This full spectrum matters for colored materials that respond to visible light, and for materials sensitive to long-wavelength UVA, which can be underrepresented in fluorescent UV testing.

Atlas’ rotating rack instruments, the Ci Weather-Ometer® and Xenotest® systems, provide best in class uniformity for flat specimens used in critical material qualification work. The Atlas SUNTEST® static horizontal systems, are perfect for three-dimensional parts, molded components, assemblies, and complex geometries that are difficult to mount in rotating racks.

Optical Filter Selection and Setup Consistency Influence Comparability

Daylight filter selection is a key determinant of exposure relevance, and window glass filters are used to simulate filtered sunlight conditions typical of interior testing behind glazing. Specimen mounting and backing can influence heating and moisture behavior. When setup details are not defined by the test standard, those variables can affect comparability between methods – and between labs. Atlas experts understand these factors. From technical advice to final test method implementation, Atlas provides the support that you need.

Benchmark Outdoor Exposure Supports Long-Term Confidence

Laboratory outcomes are often validated through natural weathering benchmarks. Atlas operates benchmark exposure sites in subtropical Miami and desert Phoenix, providing reference climates characterized by high UV levels, moisture-driven stress from overnight dew, and extreme heat.

These natural benchmark exposures are useful, especially for correlation studies and determination of acceleration factors. Natural test options include static exposure racks, glass-covered enclosures for interior simulation, and approximately five-times concentrated sunlight devices such as EMMAQUA®. Newer approaches using ten “cool” mirrors expand testing capability for temperature-sensitive materials that cannot tolerate higher heat loads typical of traditional concentrated sunlight exposure. Equally important is Atlas’ unique Ultra‑Accelerated EMMA/EMMAQUA technology, which uses approximately ten‑times concentrated sunlight from twenty “cool” mirrors to deliver extremely high acceleration without overheating test specimens.

Correlating Accelerated Testing with Outdoor Results

Correlation studies connect accelerated laboratory exposure to natural weathering performance by comparing degradation trends and time-to-failure. Statistical measures, including Pearson correlation coefficients, can help teams evaluate whether laboratory parameters are reliably predicting outdoor behavior – and where refinement is needed when correlation is insufficient.

“Durability results can be difficult to compare if exposure conditions and setup details aren’t aligned,” said Dr. Oliver Rahäuser, Senior Product Manager at Atlas Material Testing Technology. “The guide highlights the parameters teams need to control and document, so results can be compared more reliably across methods, labs, and test partners.”

The Atlas Application Guide: “Weathering Testing of Electric Vehicles” is available now. To request a copy, contact Atlas. https://www.atlas-mts.com/contact/contact-us

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Atlas MTS, A business of AMETEK, Inc.

Rieter Responds To Higher Raw Material Prices

WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — February 12, 2026 — Global political and economic developments have been leading to rising raw material and energy costs for some time.

The textile machinery industry is also affected by this trend. Rieter machines and components consist to a large extent of steel, copper, aluminum and electronics. These materials in particular have seen higher demand and higher prices in recent months.

Rieter has not yet passed on the additional costs to its customers. Since the price trend is proving to be long-term, the company will adjust its prices from March 2026.

Posted: February 14, 2026

Source: Rieter Ltd.

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