The Woolmark Co. Calls Time On Misleading Product Names With New Filter By Fabric Initiatitve

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How many times have you been misled by terms like “silky,” “mesh” and “fleece”?

A recent YouGov study shows you are not alone. These ambiguous terms confuse consumers, making it difficult to identify the fibers in the fabric, especially when man-made materials are used to mimic natural fibers in clothing.

The Woolmark Co. has launched the Filter by Fabric initative to end this confusion, urging all fashion brands, retailers, publishers and content creators to commit to clear, honest product names that accurately communicate fabric composition. The campaign also encourages consumers to “Filter by Fabric” when shopping, focusing on the fabric’s impact and empowering them to make more informed and sustainably-conscious decisions.
A recent independent YouGov study reveals 77 percent of people believe clothing brands and retailers should clearly disclose fabric composition. However, this vital information is often hidden, misrepresented or undisclosed.

The same study found that 60 percent  of respondents would find sustainable choices easier if stores included fabric in the product name or allowed customers to filter by fabric.

A Simple Solution

By focusing on fabric consideration as a vital aspect of consumer purchases, Filter by Fabric accelerates the fashion industry’s movement toward transparency and sustainability.
John Roberts, managing director of The Woolmark Co., explained: “We need to clearly communicate the composition of fossil fuel-derived fabrics to prevent consumer deception. This simple, lasting action could initiate a significant transformation in the industry, encouraging transparency, responsibility, and mindful consumerism. Educating consumers is crucial for them to understand the importance of the information on apparel labels, similar to how they interpret food nutrition labels or appliance energy ratings.”

A Call for Real Change

Fashion brands, publishers, content creators and retailers can pledge their commitment at filterbyfabric.com, and consumers can sign the same pledge to demand accurate product labeling.

1. Citizens: Urge Retailers to Include a Filter by Fabric Option
By signing this pledge, you send a powerful message to the fashion industry to adopt truthful product descriptions and a Filter by Fabric option. This action equips shoppers with essential information, promoting transparency and accountability in the fashion industry.

2. Fashion Industry: Allow Customers to Filter by Fabric
We invite the fashion industry to collaborate in this united effort for more informed consumer choices. Pledging your commitment to better fabric composition communication in product names showcases your dedication to responsible business practices. This move not only gains consumer trust but could also significantly reduce the environmental impact of the fashion industry.

The Woolmark Co. is thrilled to announce the following organizations who have already pledged their support for the campaign:

  • Benetton;
  • Cubus;
  • Reformation;
  • Saul Nash;
  • Lagos Space Program;
  • Teatum Jones;
  • Dagsmejan;
  • Maggie Marilyn;
  • Haydenshapes;
  • Albus Lumen;
  • Plastic Soup Foundation; and
  • Variant 3D.

October 12, 2023

Interview With Bee&Sons Founder Deborah Bee; Brand Launching 100-Percent Recycled Cashmere Cardigan Collection

Bee&Sons has unveiled its first boyfriend cardigan collection, designed for anyone and everyone who feels like snuggling up in 100-percent recycled cashmere.  

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Bee & Sons has introduced boyfriend cardigans in a four-part collection debut with two cardigans: Oskar, featuring an exclamation mark and Joey, featuring a questionmark. Although designed for men — specifically Bee’s four sons — the collection has already been seized by women — the girlfriends — as the ultimate boyfriend cardi. Following a philosophy for not creating waste, Bee&Sons’ new collection is created in small batches with a pre-order availability, with a wait time of up to two weeks. Bee&Sons uses the very best Italian yarns magicked out of textile waste in Prato. The collection is knitted in the United Kingdom by the best quality knitters.

TW: When establishing your brand, what was the first step that you took to begin making it sustainable? 

Bee: Choosing the right yarn. I wanted 100-percent recycled yarn but during lockdown I was restricted to 100-percent natural. As soon as i could get hold of recycled cashmere, I focused on that. However recycled yarn is notoriously difficult to knit because it’s recycled and we had to test it to make sure it was genuinely sustainable and wasn’t just going to pill and fall apart after three wears. There’s no point to using a yarn that isn’t long-lasting.

TW: What challenges did you encounter to minimize your environmental footprint? 

Bee: Wow — so many! You have to rethink everything. If you run out of boxes, you can’t just pop to WHSmith [bookstore]. You need to think about EVERYTHING before you do it. You can’t use foil or the wrong sort of sticky tape or bleached paper, for example. You have a to check your suppliers are sustainable,  that the knitters have the right working environment and that they aren’t [throwing] out their waste in the [trashcan]. Getting buy in from your supply chain also is hard. You must really believe in what you are saying otherwise suppliers just think you are a bit mad. I’ve had people say to me, “why don’t you just use this acrylic yarn? It looks the same and it’s so much cheaper.” You have to stick to your guns.

TW: How do you sustainably source your materials?

Bee: I do tons of research. Also, I get advice from my knitters. And there are sustainable forums that have lists of good suppliers.

TW: What dyes do you use? 

Bee: Recycled yarn requires no dyeing.

TW: Can you share some of the ethical production standards of the factory that you work with? 

The factory is working towards some certifications. I know what they do with their waste — they give it to me — and i know as much as i can know about their standards as I’m there all the time. I’m treated like one of the family.  I think some of the certifications are complicated and expensive so i trust my gut right now. Also, I am not sure that certifications stand up to much scrutiny.

TW: What are your sustainable goals for the future?

Bee: I’d love to start making my own yarn in the UK so i am not importing yarn from Italy. As it stands, the recycled cashmere i use is the very best you can buy. Super high quality so it will last and be loved a long time.

October 12, 2023

Accelerating Circularity Launches The Reality Zone And Hosts Circularity Live Event With Bank & Vogue And Beyond Retro

CAMPBELL HALL, N.Y. — October 12, 2023 — Accelerating Circularity’s mission is to catalyze circular new supply chains and business models to turn used textiles into mainstream raw materials. Accelerating Circularity will be hosting a workshop at the Textile Exchange conference in London to share what can technically be done with mechanically recycled cotton. The workshop is called the “Reality Zone,” highlighting commercially available mechanically recycled cotton fibers, fabrics, and garments. The goal is to increase the utilization of these products. The workshop is October 27 at 9:30 and a database will be launched publicly at this event.

In partnership with Bank and Vogue and Beyond Retro, Accelerating Circularity is hosting a unique “Circularity Live” immersive event to allow attendees to touch and feel garments from the circular economy. The garments featured will be made of mechanically recycled cotton from the ACP network and will be curated with Beyond Retro vintage styling on October 26th at 6:30pm at the Beyond Retro store in Coal Drops Yard, London.

“Our goal is to use these events to reinforce what can be done here and now with mechanically recycled cotton to make an impact to reduce textile waste going to landfills,” shared Karla Magruder, founder, and president of Accelerating Circularity. “By adopting and incorporating higher volumes of recycled cotton into the production process, we can move toward more circular supply chains. Partnering with Bank & Vogue and Beyond Retro as they demonstrate a commitment to sustainable fashion and to building a closed-loop economy.”

To register and RSVP for the Reality Zone Workshop please follow the link: https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=768834&

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: Accelerating Circularity

OETI — Institute For Ecology, Technology And Innovation — Empowers India’s Textile And Leather Industry With ZDHC Training For Sustainable Chemical Management

Vignesh Amalraj, country manager, OETI India

VIENNA, Austria — (October 12, 2023) — OETI, a Member of TESTEX Group, is an official ZDHC Approved Solution Provider under the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme. Expanding beyond its existing role as a ZDHC Approved MRSL Certification Body for OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT around the globe, OETI now offers comprehensive ZDHC training services in India.

ZDHC

The ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) Roadmap to Zero Programme drives sustainable chemical management in the global textile, apparel, leather, and footwear sectors. OETI’s ZDHC training services empower brands, manufacturers, and other ZDHC stakeholders to master sustainable chemical management, adopting ZDHC guidelines, platforms, and solutions.

OETI India launches ‘ZDHC CMS Framework Training for Suppliers’

This program delivers a comprehensive understanding of chemical management systems (CMS) and their practical implementation within the textile and leather industries. Targeting various organizational departments, including management, chemical teams, procurement, compliance, and sustainability, this training fosters collaboration within the departments regarding sustainable chemical management.

Vignesh Amalraj, OETI’s country manager for India, explained: ‘We aim to showcase the synergy among these departments, ensuring the successful alignment with ZDHC, as demanded by brands and consumers.’

Training across India

OETI India is hosting training sessions in Tirupur, Delhi, Bangalore, and Ahmedabad in the coming months:

  • ZDHC CMS TIG (Chemical Management System, Technical Industry Guide) Training: Tirupur, Tamil Nadu, from 11 December to 14 December 2023.
  • ZDHC CMS Framework Training for Brands and Retailers: Delhi, 21 and 22 December 2023.
  • Dates for Bangalore and Ahmedabad: to be announced.

OETI also provides tailored training for specific facilities or clusters based on the requirements and emphasis on their key processes.

Markus Lang, OETI’s Global Head of Marketing and Sales, asserts: ‘We have every reason to believe in the great success of this exciting new service.’

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: OETI – Institut fuer Oekologie, Technik und Innovation GmbH

ITME Africa 2023 Ushering A New Era Of Self-Reliance, Socio-Economic Advancement Through Textile Technology & Engineering In Africa

MUMBAI — (October 12, 2023) — India ITME Society, organizer ITME Africa & Middle East 2023 hosted a Preview & Curtain Raiser program on October 11, 2023 at the brand-new facility ITME Center, Nariman Point, Mumbai. This networking presentation was to showcase a glimpse of the upcoming international exhibition ITME Africa & M.E 2023 from November 30 to December 2, 2023, in Nairobi, Kenya.  This is the second event of the series hosted for global audience; The first event was hosted in Nairobi, Kenya on 3rd October in the presence of Senior Kenyan Govt. Officials & Embassy participation.

(left to right): Ms. Seema Srivastava, Executive Director, India ITME Society; Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman, India ITME Society; Mr. Pramod Khosla, Chairman & Managing Director, Khosla Profil Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Updeep Singh, Textile Industry Expert; Mr. Balvinder Singh Sawhney, Asst. Secretary General, FICCI; Mr. S Senthil Kumar, Hon’ Treasurer, India ITME Society

The highlights & topics at this Mumbai edition’s Curtain Raiser & Preview covered by eminent Dignitaries & Speakers, included Strength of Indian Textile & How Africa can collaborate with India to lead the Textile Industry by Industry expert & experienced Textile professionalMr. Updeep Singh. Africa a land of Opportunities for India & how Exhibition can be a gateway for bilateral trade for the Textile Industry promotion by Mr. Balvinder Singh Sawhney, Asst. Secretary General, FICCI, Views on Technical Textiles & the future by Mr. Pramod Khosla, Chairman & Managing Director, Khosla Profil Pvt. Ltd. Increase in business Engagement between India and Africa since 2020 in Textile Segment by Mr. Avinash Mayekar, Managing Director, Suvin.

ITME Africa & Middle East 2023 promises to offer an unique and valuable experience for all participants. Whether it is to gain insights, network with industry leaders, Business interactions or Joint Ventures, this event will provide  ample networking opportunities, and direct connect with professionals and peers.

Apart from the 3-day Exhibition, ITME Africa & Middle shall also host multiple concurrent programs such as panel discussions and interactive sessions on Technical & Financial topics that will enhance knowledge and skills. These interactive & focused sessions by renowned Speakers & Industry stalwarts shall bring best opportunity to listen, interact & learn from experts doing groundbreaking work in the textile & textile engineering industry:

Investment & Technology Joint Venture :

  • Kenya as a business destination Gateway to Middle East, EU & US Markets.
  • Africa- The Next Big Destination for Textile Manufacturing.

Financial Solutions for Investments & Technology upgradation :

  • Funding for; Investment & Sourcing capital goods from India
  • Start-ups, Entrepreneurs in Textile Segment
  • Domestic Financial Schemes for Kenyan Textile Industry
  • Kenya – A Success story Textile Business & Investment.

Technical & Technological Seminar

  • Good Practices of cultivating quality cotton fibre | Importance of Physical properties of cotton in textile industry by Cotton Expert.
  • Technological advancement for cotton ginning & high production by Ginning Expert.
  • Ideas & Best Practices for spinning profits in Textile Industry by Spinning Specialist.

Panel Discussion

Textile Technology empowering complete textile value chain of African continent & M.E.

(Participating Countries – India, Italy, China, Switzerland)

Many Government organization & Associations from Kenya have joined hands with India ITME Society to host this Textile Technology & Engineering event to bring prosperity to the whole of African Continent & explore potential of Kenya as a new business destination along with other 23 exhibiting countries – Austria, Benin, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, Germany, Ghana, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Togo, Turkey, Tunisia, Uganda, Unites States of America & Zambia apart from India

Addressing the media, Ketan Sanghvi, chairman, India ITME Society, said: “ITME Africa & Middle East 2023 is an important milestone in enhancing bilateral trade relations and promoting industrial cooperation between Kenya and India. This partnership aims to leverage the business potential of both the countries and build on the innovation, economic growth and sustainability goals of their respective textile technology and engineering industries. With as many as 23 countries taking part in the India ITME Society exhibition in Kenya, Africa is sure to derive the immense benefits of investing in future partnerships and building successful business ventures in the entire African region.”

In the press conference Updeep Singh, Textile Industry Expert “India possesses a robust textile engineering foundation and boasts the world’s second-largest textile industry, featuring manufacturing facilities. With this being the focus, the efforts of the ITME society by hosting their quadrennial event ITME Africa & Middle East 2023 in Nairobi Kenya will attract more attention towards the Kenyan textile industry and also showcase the business potential of the country, globally. This will increase visibility and business inquiries and widen opportunities for India’s exports in Textiles and Machinery businesses leveraging an untapped customer base of the African continent.” He also added “Now, with the addition of the African Union in the G20 Summit conducted in New Delhi, the trade volumes with India is expected to rise in the Continent and Textile machinery companies should capitalize on this.”

Pramod Khosla, Chairman & Managing Director, Khosla Profil Pvt. Ltd. brought attention to the fact that there is tremendous scope in infrastructure development in most of African Countries which can be a great opportunity for Geo textile and also for many other Technical Textiles segment such as Indutech, Packtech, Buildtech Protech etc. “India ITME society has taken the right steps to promote trade relations between India and Africa that will help the textile industry and allied ventures by generating demand and boosting production in the African Continent.

Balvinder Singh Sawhney, Asst. Secretary General, FICCI emphasised that exhibition provides less riskier & cost competitive platform to explore new ventures & new shows especially for Small Medium Businesses. His three ‘‘E’s” mantra to industry is “Explore & Expand with Exhibition”.

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: India ITME Society

Under Armour Appoints Gap Inc. Veteran, Shawn Curran As New Chief Supply Chain Officer

Shawn Curran

BALTIMORE — (October 12, 2023) — Under Armour announced that following a comprehensive search and interview process, retail industry veteran Shawn Curran will join Under Armour as chief supply chain officer, reporting to President and CEO, Stephanie Linnartz.

Curran has spent his 30+ year career at Gap Inc., where he most recently served as Old Navy’s COO, where he oversaw over 44,000 associates across 1,200+ stores and managed end-to-end operations, inventory management and sourcing. Throughout his time at Gap Inc., Curran held several roles across the Gap portfolio of companies, including serving as COO and head of Global Supply Chain across all seven Gap Inc. brands.

At Under Armour, Curran will oversee end-to-end planning & go-to-market, product sourcing, manufacturing & quality, global vendor base management, distribution & logistics, global customs & trade, warehousing and sustainability.

Under Armour President and CEO, Stephanie Linnartz, said: “We are so excited to welcome Shawn to Under Armour as our new Chief Supply Chain Officer. With over three decades of experience, Shawn is a retail industry powerhouse who comes to Under Armour at this critical time with the breadth and depth of experience that we need to optimize the backbone of our business, the supply chain, to ensure that our consumers get the right products, at the right price, at the right time.”

Commenting on his appointment, Curran said: “It is an honor to be part of Under Armour, an iconic brand born out of a passion and maniacal focus on making innovative products that empower people to achieve their goals.  I am excited to collaborate with the talented Under Armour team to enhance our supply chain ensuring our consumers get the very best experience and highest quality products.”

Curran will join Under Armour on October 16, 2023.

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: Under Armour

National Retail Federation (NRF): Higher U.S. Tariffs On Chinese Imports Would Cost Consumers $31 Billion, NRF Study Says 

WASHINGTON — October 12, 2023 — American consumers could lose $31 billion in spending power if U.S. tariffs are raised on common household products like microwaves and T-shirts imported from China, according to a new report released today by the National Retail Federation. The study, “Estimated Impacts of Changes to China’s Tariff Status,” examines how ending the country’s permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) trade status would impact five specific consumer product categories including toys, furniture, apparel, household appliances and footwear.

Policymakers are expressing a growing interest in changing trade policy and practices between the United States and China, including the potential removal of China’s PNTR status. PNTR is a legal status that extends to China the same tariff rates applied to other U.S. trading partners. Congress approved China’s PNTR status in 2000 when it officially joined the World Trade Organization.

NRF and other industry organizations are examining the potential effect this would have on businesses, consumers and the economy. Eliminating China’s PNTR status would subject imports from China — both finished goods and inputs to production — to significantly higher tariff rates.

“Even though significant efforts have been made in recent years to diversify sourcing, China continues to play an important role in the supply chain of many retailers and other global industries, from sourcing raw materials to manufacturing and production,” NRF Vice President of Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. “It would be impossible for American families to escape the higher costs from dramatic tariff increases on necessities such as apparel, footwear, furniture, appliances and toys.”

Among the key findings:

  • Higher U.S. tariffs on imports from China resulting from the revocation of PNTR for China would cost American consumers $31 billion, or $240 per household, in higher prices for widely used products.
  • The prices of toys would increase by more than 21 percent, or $93 per household.
  • The prices of other consumer goods would rise as well: Household appliances by nearly 7 percent; shoes by nearly 5 percent; furniture by 4 percent; and apparel by nearly 2 percent.
  • Low-income households, which spend greater shares of their incomes on these products than high-income households, would be hit the hardest.
  • These cost increases would negatively impact the effort to lower inflation for households overall.

View the “Estimated Impacts of Changes to China’s Tariff Status: Toys, Furniture, Apparel, Household Appliances and Footwear”.

As an authority and voice for the retail industry, NRF analyzes economic conditions affecting the industry and consumers through reports such as this. The study was commissioned by NRF and prepared by Trade Partnership Worldwide LLC.

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Creates Synergy By Onboarding Key Elements And Scientists From The University Of Notre Dame Spider Silk Research Operations

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — October 12, 2023 — Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc., the biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of spider silk, today announced that it hired key scientists from the University of Notre Dame (UND) spider silk research lab following the retirement of Dr. Malcolm Fraser, Professor Emeritus. Onboarding their expertise and blending it with the company’s R&D operations has created significant synergies in both molecular biology and sericulture.

This merger of Kraig Labs operations with significant elements, including scientific personnel, from the UND Fraser Lab comes after more than a decade of close collaboration between Kraig Labs and the University that created the Company’s first spider silk transgenics, including Monster Silk® and Dragon Silk®.

The core technologies initially envisioned by the company’s Founder and CEO, Kim Thompson, were first driven to practice in the UND labs, creating the first recombinant silkworms spinning spider silk. Following that success, the Company opened its R&D headquarters and has been advancing the state of spider silk transgenics utilizing the latest gene editing technologies.

Integrating members from the UND spider silk research program into Kraig Labs’ R&D operations further strengthens the Company’s expertise and leading role in commercializing cost-effective and eco-responsible spider silk manufacturing.

“I’m very excited to see the continuation of the groundbreaking work in recombinant spider silk that was developed in my lab at Notre Dame,” said Dr. Fraser. “The merger of these two teams holds great promise for the future spider silks. Our collaborations over the last decade have created incredible advancements in recombinant spider silk and transgenic silkworms. I am delighted to see Kraig Labs beefing up its team and increasing the depth of its sericulture expertise as it prepares for larger scale production of spider silk,” continued Dr. Fraser.

The company continues to develop new and exciting spider silk technologies utilizing its readily scalable silkworm-based production model. The effect of merging these two industry-leading operations is expected to advance next-generation transgenics development rapidly and strengthen the company’s international production operations.

“From my initial development of these concepts to our collaboration with Notre Dame and the resulting scientific breakthroughs, we have had one clear vision: large-scale production and commercialization of spider silks,” Thompson said. “At each stage in this process we have faced unique hurdles. Now, as we work to achieve larger-scale production of spider silks, we are harnessing the opportunity to expand our team with scientists from the Fraser Lab with a proven history of success in spider silk development. We are proud to announce that we are fully integrating key members of Fraser’s spider silk program into our operations. This has given us a tremendous needed boost to our operations as we prepare for the successful relaunch of spider silk production.”

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc.

International Trade Fair For Occupational Safety And Health At Work. STFI At The A+A 2023 In Düsseldorf, Germany

CHEMNITZ, Germany — October 12, 2023 — Occupational safety and health – A+A in Düsseldorf is the world’s largest and most important event when it comes to safety and health at work. With the leitmotif “Impulses for a better working world”, this year’s focus is set on new ideas, products and solutions that help to make the working world safer, more efficient and healthier.

With many years of experience and competence in the testing and certification of personal protective equipment (PPE), the Saxon Textile Research Institute (STFI) supports an essential component for the market provision of protective clothing. STFI testing and certification body offers a wide range of services in the field of textile PPE. Both for protective clothing against heat and flame according to EN ISO 11612 and for protective clothing for welding and allied processes according to EN ISO 11611, our institute offers all testing procedures completely for your individual needs. The testing and certification body’s portfolio also includes the testing and evaluation of protective textiles against the thermal risks of electric arcs.

From process development to international standardization, the experts contribute to making work in the field of electrical installations safer. For the evaluation of electrostatically dissipative protective clothing, the experts at STFI are just as intensively involved in the research of electrostatic phenomena and the development of suitable test methods derived from this, in addition to testing and certification. Many years ago, the EN 1149-3 was developed at the institute as a harmonised European test standard for textiles with built-in conductive fibre systems, and today the specialists are working on methods for testing and evaluating complete clothing systems.

STFI will have its own stand at the A+A from 24 to 27 October 2023. Hendrik Beier, Head of the Accredited Certification Department (CE 0516) at STFI, and his colleagues, will be on site at our trade fair stand in hall 16, stand E24 providing information on topics relating to protective clothing and product standards. Our experts are pleased to answer your specific questions and give advise on the certification of your personal protective clothing.

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: Saxon Textile Research Institute / Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI)

ANDRITZ Will Present Innovative Production Solutions For Nonwovens And Textiles At SINCE In Shanghai, China

GRAZ, Austria — October 11, 2023 — International technology group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative production solutions for nonwovens and textiles at SINCE in Shanghai, China, from November 8 to 10 (booth 1L10). The ANDRITZ product portfolio covers state-of-the-art production technologies for nonwovens and textiles, including air-through bonding, needlepunch, airlaid, spunlace, spunbond, wetlaid/Wetlace™, converting, textile finishing, airlay, and natural fiber processing.

New Development In Drylaid Technology: CA25 Card

ANDRITZ has an experienced platform for production and service specially geared to fit the Asian nonwovens industry at ANDRITZ (China) Ltd. Wuxi Branch. It designs and manufactures cutting-edge equipment to complement the ANDRITZ aXcess product range, which includes complete lines and individual machines for air-through bonding, needlepunch, and spunlace processes.

The latest development in the aXcess range is the CA25 card for high capacities. Thanks to the improvement of fibers and web handling, the new CA25 card makes it possible to reach a speed of up to 200 m/min, while keeping the MD/CD ratio below 4:1. With this improved performance, the new CA25 card offers a competitive capacity/investment ratio for air-through bonding, spunlace, and Wetlace CP processes.

Dribing Success In Wipes Markets

ANDRITZ will be focusing on its comprehensive technologies for all types of wipes: Airlace™, Spunlace, Wetlace, and Wetlace CP. With the recent acquisition of Dan-Web, ANDRITZ is expanding its portfolio to include the well-known airlaid and airlace processes, offering its customers an even wider range of options. As a leading supplier to the nonwovens industry, ANDRITZ plays an important role in the development of sustainable products – such as wipes that are biodegradable and/or flushable and produced from natural or recycled fibers – all with one goal in mind: to reduce and eliminate plastic components and to reuse raw materials while maintaining the high quality of the desired product properties.

Highlights In Hygiene Nonwovens And Applications

ANDRITZ provides complete lines and individual machines to produce hygiene nonwovens and applications, such as air-through bonding, spunlace lines, nonwovens calenders, Spunjet equipment, and complete converting lines for baby, adult, and fem care products.

The ANDRITZ air-through bonding lines deliver all the fabric characteristics of nonwovens for hygiene end uses, such as top sheets, acquisition distribution layers, and back sheets. The well-known ANDRITZ carding machines are the key to success in achieving perfect web uniformity and comfort. With the ANDRITZ air-through bonding line, you can benefit from high production capacity and high- performance fabrics from 16 to 80 gsm made from bi-component fibers produced at high speeds of up to 250 m/min. The air-though bonding allows you to include cellulosic and natural fiber in the fiber blend to improve the quality of absorbent hygiene products and reduce the consumption of plastics.

Cutting-Edge Solutions For Durable Applications

The ANDRITZ needlepunch portfolio will be another highlight at the SINCE exhibition. It provides customers with superior technologies and enables them to produce exactly the fabric characteristics they need, such as market entry solutions for premium production lines with fabric weights ranging from very light (<70 gsm) to heavy (up to 4,000 gsm).

ANDRITZ will be introducing its latest solutions in PTFE processing for filtration from the raw material to the end of the line, with dedicated expertise to enhance production capacity and product uniformity. Great attention will also be paid to high-performing batt forming solutions for glass fiber and natural fiber.

Moreover, we will be presenting our ProWid™ technology for profile weight correction in the needlepunch industry, which fits both our eXcelle crosslappers and our aXcess range of batt forming solutions for a wider, cost-sensitive approach. This device optimizes processes by ensuring a more regular product weight and providing a faster return on investment via significant material savings. The ProWid system allows the carded web to be stretched to reduce its fiber weight so that the stretched web areas can be laid by the crosslapper on both edges of the fiber mat provided. Its closed loop design is an advantage in constantly improving the CV%. Better products then make it possible to penetrate new markets or to implement more attractive prices for most applications.

The entire ANDRITZ Nonwoven and Textile team is looking forward to welcoming customers to our booth (booth 1L10).

Posted: October 12, 2023

Source: ANDRITZ Küsters GmbH

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