ororo® Announces Juniors Heated Apparel Line, Offering A Playful Approach To Heated Apparel With Inclusive Juniors Sizing

LAS VEGAS — August 28, 2025 — ororo® has announced the launch of its Juniors apparel line. Created for young women, the Juniors line brings a vibrant flair to ororo’s designs, offering both new and playful colors and styles, and classic styles from the Women’s line now available in Juniors sizing. The Juniors apparel line launches with two signature styles, with additional designs to be added within the year.

Founded in Kansas City in 2015, ororo offers rechargeable heated apparel designed to keep you warm and comfortable without bulky layers, whether indoors or outdoors. With built-in heating elements, adjustable warmth settings, and small-sized batteries, our heated clothing and gear ensures you stay cozy and stylish in any environment. Trusted by over 1 million customers and backed by UL-certified batteries for safety, ororo is the most trusted heated apparel brand in the U.S.A.

Similar to ororo’s Women’s apparel, the Juniors-sized heated apparel line is designed to empower young women to challenge the climate and feel comfortable for their next adventure. The styles in the Juniors line continue to blend ororo’s signature heating technology with fashion and function, allowing young women to wear the designs across multiple use cases, including day-to-day wear, a day of outdoor activities, or to stay warm indoors at school or university.

“We are truly thankful to be in the position where we can listen to what our customers want, and deliver new products that meet their needs,” said ororo CEO Mark H. “The Juniors heated apparel line is a continuation of new product designs that we hope reflects the fun and vibrant flair our customers want to see in our outerwear. Juniors sizing bridges the gap between children’s and women’s sizing, enabling designs to be more comfortably fitted for young women and grown women who tend to find themselves between sizes.”

The 2025 Fall & Winter Juniors Collection is launching with two products: the Women’s Junior 4-Zone Heated Quilted Vest and the PuffLyte Women’s Junior 4-Zone Hooded Heated Vest. Both vests are machine washable, feature four heating zones, are powered by ororo’s UL-certified rechargeable battery, and offer low, medium, and high heating settings.

A new Juniors style, the PuffLyte Women’s Junior 4-Zone Hooded Heated Vest, brings bold colors and fabrics to ororo’s growing heated apparel collection. This new design reflects the fun and youthful flair customers can expect to see from the Juniors line. Featuring four heating zones across the upper chest, collar, and mid-back, the vest features a durable shell fabric with a subtle sheen and box stitching. The adjustable hood and hem allow for a more customized fit with drawstring keepers to help keep the hood in place. The vest is available in colors Coral or Black and in Juniors sizes from Extra-Small to Large.

The Women’s Junior 4-Zone Heated Quilted Vest brings one of ororo’s most popular Women’s vests into the Juniors line with four heating zones across the two front pockets, the neck, and the upper back. The lightweight and water and wind-resistant fabric makes this a perfect day-to-day vest for young women to wear to classes, while visiting with friends, or exploring the outdoors. The full-zip vest includes a stand-up collar and diamond quilting design gives the vest a stylish look that can be worn on its own or can be used underneath an additional layer of outerwear for maximum warmth. Available in the color White, this vest is available in Juniors sizing from Extra-Small to size Large.

The 2025 Fall & Winter Juniors Collection is now available for purchase on ororo.com with prices starting at $169.

Posted: September 1, 2025

Source: ORORO Heated Apparel

Dystar Strengthens Global Sales Leadership To Accelerate Growth Across Three Strategic Regions

SINGAPORE — September 1, 2025 — DyStar, a specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, today announced a strategic reorganization of its global sales structure. This is aimed at driving accelerated growth, deepening customer engagement, and capturing emerging market opportunities in a highly dynamic, innovation-driven landscape.

This transformation reflects the company’s commitment to agility, fosters customer-centricity, and drives long-term value for both customers and stakeholders. The new structure is designed to empower regional teams, streamline operations, and strengthen alignment with evolving market demands.

Xu Yalin, managing director and president of DyStar Group, stated: “DyStar is entering a pivotal phase of growth, driven by the need to evolve with our customers and lead in a rapidly shifting global landscape. This strategic decision injects revitalized energy into our innovation efforts, guided by a new cohort of sales-focused leadership. By sharpening our engagement across three key geographies and industries, we aim to deliver deeper collaboration, faster responsiveness, and long-term value creation for brands, retailers, and partners.”

  • Yalin Xu (North Asia) will personally lead the sales strategy in North Asia Region;
  • Klaus Kadletz (SE Asia, South Asia and TAME) and Eric Hopmann have been appointed as senior vice president to lead the two of the key sales-focused regions; and
  • Eric Hopmann (Americas and Europe) will also continue to oversee DyStar’s Global Product Safety and Ecology, as well as Global Marketing.

The reorganization is effective immediately. As we continue to bridge innovation with responsibility, the organization remains committed to prudent manufacturing operations. This agility will enable DyStar’s global sales strategy to adapt swiftly and seamlessly within a complex and uncertain economic landscape.

Furthermore, as DyStar prioritize production efficiency and optimizes its manufacturing footprint (MFO), the revitalized sales-focused leadership strategy will guide the organization towards more meaningful customer engagement – mapping constructive journeys and ultimately achieving customer excellence.

Posted: September 1, 2025

Source: DyStar Singapore Pte Ltd

Cinte Techtextil China 2025 Opens This Week With New Products, Innovation-Focused Exhibitors And Fringe Events

SHANGHAI — September 1, 2025 — International and domestic exhibitors are relishing the chance to present their curated products at Cinte Techtextil China, when the fair opens from September 3-5, 2025, spanning three halls and 32,000 sqm at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

The International Hall W5 will feature a debut zone for textile chemicals and dyes, the returning European and German Zones, as well as first-time and prominent exhibitors in key application areas of technical textiles and nonwovens.

Several domestic pavilions will be set up in Halls W3 and W4, highlighting noteworthy products in automotive, medical & hygiene, and filtration & separation segments. Meanwhile, the fair’s upgraded fringe program will include the Econogy Tour and Sustainability Forum, the forward-looking AI Panel Discussion, the annual China International Nonwovens Conference (CINC) and more, adding insights to the platform’s business exchange.

Speaking ahead of the show’s opening, Wilmet Shea, general manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., said: “In general, China’s textile industry has maintained stable performance despite international economic turbulence. Like its host country, Cinte Techtextil China has exhibited its resilience, with increased overseas visitor pre-registration numbers.

Hosting a number of leading exhibitors this year, we invite visitors to take advantage of the unique sourcing opportunities, and the range of international experts who will present as part of our fringe program — as we navigate uncertain times, this fair remains as important as ever to drive innovation and business exchange in the industry.”

As Asia’s only dedicated show for the full spectrum of technical textiles and nonwovens, Cinte Techtextil China is set to present a comprehensive roster of global exhibitors across the three-day show period. In the International Hall W5, quality suppliers from Europe will come together under the European and German Zones, with standalone exhibitors in the hall also set to showcase trending products for a wide range of applications.

Featuring leading global companies, the two zones are strong drawcards for visitors looking for international quality. First-time exhibitors in the European Zone include Serel Industrie (Belgium – W5 D11) and Proton Product International (UK – W5 C08), with other notable companies returning to the zone, such as Fil Man Made Group (Italy – W5 B08) and Graf + Cie (Switzerland – W5 B02). In the German Zone, Wetekam Group (W5 A12) will make its debut, bringing fresh energy to the fair alongside featured exhibitors like Perlon (W5 A10) and Autefa Solutions (W5 A02).

Another highlight of Hall W5 is the inaugural Textile Chemicals and Dyes Zone, also a new product category at Cinte Techtextil China 2025. The zone’s products cater to an array of textile applications, including medical & hygiene, civil engineering, industrial, automotive and environmental protection uses, attracting visitors from across the value chain. Some of the zone’s members making their debuts at the show include Dupre Minerals (UK – W5 D07), whose products have industrial applications, and Michelman (USA – W5 C02), who focus on construction and medical applications. Meanwhile, CHT Germany (Germany – W5 D03) will be returning to showcase solutions for sports and safety.

Range of international and domestic exhibitors come together for global showcase
In addition to those gathering in zones, the fair will also welcome a number of renowned individual exhibitors, with various focuses and highlights. JCT Industries Group (Malaysia – W5 E03) and Vietnam Geotextile (Vietnam – W5 A05) are some of this year’s valuable new additions, with the former offering PVA fibers and yarns for building and agricultural uses, and the latter featuring woven and nonwoven geosynthetic solutions.

Meanwhile, the Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab) (Hong Kong – W5 D02) will return to showcase its AI-enhanced technologies, while Zhejiang Kingsafe Hygiene Material Technology (China – W3 D01), a key domestic exhibitor, specializes in medical and hygienic nonwoven materials.

In Halls W3 and W4, several domestic pavilions will feature products with in-demand applications, including:

  • Foshan Xiqiao Pavilion: Medical & Hygiene Textiles
  • Jiangsu Funing Pavilion: Filtration & Separation Textiles
  • Zhejiang Tiantai Pavilion: Filtration & Hygiene Textiles
  • Mobiltech Zone: Mobiltech Textiles

Overall, the fair’s product segments include textile production technology and processes; fibers and yarns; performance apparel textiles; nonwovens; woven fabrics, laid webs, braidings, and knitted fabrics; coated textiles; composites; bondtec; and the new category textile chemicals and dyes.

Enhanced fringe program to complement fair’s product offerings

Committed to innovation and sustainability, Cinte Techtextil China organizes a number of fringe events every year to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing. On Day 2 of the fair, key events will center around the theme of sustainability, starting with the Econogy Tour in the morning, and ending with the Sustainability Forum in the afternoon.

The Econogy Tour (10:30 – 11:30) will begin with a presentation on Techtextil Frankfurt 2026 by Sabine Scharrer, Director of Brand Management for Technical Textiles & Textile Processing of Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, at Econogy Talks (W5 – F20). The attendees will then be guided by sustainability expert Karl Borgschulze, to explore exhibitors who have passed the Econogy Check, which is a stringent third-party audit that checks the suppliers’ sustainability certificates.

At the Sustainability Forum (13:30 – 16:00), participants will be able to discover insights and practical case studies, featuring experts from academia and well-known brands, led by Dr Guoxiang Yuan, Graduate Supervisor of Donghua University and Research Fellow of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

The Technical Innovation Exchange Conference on Automotive Textiles will also take place on Day 2, following a brief tour of three key Mobiltech exhibitors, namely Swisstulle AG (W5 – C03), JCT Industries (W5 – E03), and Dr Karl Wetekam GmbH & Co KG (W5 – A12). There will also be an automotive textiles showcase at W4 – F01, displaying key products such as automotive interior materials, lightweight composite materials, smart sensing fabrics, and acoustic insulation materials.

Events on Day 1 include the AI Panel Discussion hosted by AiDLab, discussing the challenges and opportunities involved when applying AI technology for automated textile material inspection; the China International Nonwovens Conference (CINC), aiming to shed light on the industry’s efforts to evolve its competitive landscape; the Innovation Product Award and Presentation; and more.

Meanwhile, the number of overseas visitor pre-registrations has already exceeded last year’s total, and includes 95 VIP buyers from 32 countries and regions. Leading visiting companies include Alpha Engineered Composites from Singapore, Delfim from Brazil, Lazwi Engineering 8 from South Africa, and Milliken Europe from Belgium.

Visit the fair website for more updates: www.techtextilchina.com.

The fair’s product categories cover 12 application areas, which comprehensively span a full range of potential uses in modern technical textiles and nonwovens. These categories also cover the entire industry, from upstream technology and raw materials providers to finished fabrics, chemicals and other solutions. This scope of product groups and application areas ensures that the fair is an effective business platform for the entire industry.

Cinte Techtextil China will be held from September 3 – 5. 2025.

The fair is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Nonwovens & Industrial Textiles Association (CNITA).

Other upcoming shows:

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition / Yarn Expo Autumn

September 2 – 4 ,2025, National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)

Posted: September 1, 2025

Source: Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

TEXTILCOLOR AG Acquires Pyroshell™ — Patents From Schoeller Textil AG

SEVELEN, Switzerland — August 11, 2025 — TEXTILCOLOR AG, a provider of textile chemicals, has announced the acquisition of the application patents for Pyroshell™ from Schoeller Textil AG, based in Sevelen.

Textilcolor already manufactures the chemical components used in the Pyroshell technology and is now also acquiring the patents of the application technology. This strategically important step strengthens the company’s position in the international market and makes Pyroshell available to a wide range of customers in high-tech textile manufacturing. This unique technology can now be used in an even larger segment of functional and protective textiles.

Pyroshell technology is a patented, permanent flame protection for polyamide and polyester fabrics and represents a milestone in the field of protective equipment for synthetic textiles. Pyroshell is revolutionizing flame protection by significantly reducing the risk of burns. When a fabric equipped with Pyroshell is exposed to a flame, its textile structure expands substantially in volume. This effect keeps heat and fire-promoting gases largely away from the fabric. Therefore the time between the first sensation of pain from heat exposure and the onset of second-degree burns doubles. As a result, wearers gain valuable additional reaction time compared to conventional flame protection solutions.

Unlike conventional treatments, Pyroshell is firmly integrated into the textile fabric. This ensures permanent, halogen-free protection that cannot be washed off or worn away – all while maintaining full breathability, elasticity, and freedom of movement. This makes the technology particularly suitable for security personnel, railway workers, police officers, electricians and military special forces who require the highest level of protection against potential contact with flames or sparks, without impairing the comfort of synthetic performance fabrics.

The technology is already being used in tactical clothing, such as UF PRO’s Striker FR Gen.2 BDU, which was developed specifically for extreme conditions such as flashover fires or IED scenarios.

The advantages at a glance:

  • Permanent flame protection — no washing or wearing off;
  • Suitable for synthetic fabrics such as polyamide and polyester;
  • High comfort — breathable, water- and wind-repellent, tear- and abrasion-resistant;
  • Durable and sustainable — halogen-free, integrated protection instead of surface coating; and
  • Patented safety — property rights until 2037, ensuring full market freedom.

“The acquisition is another milestone in our long-term growth strategy in the field of high-tech textile technologies,” explained Detlef Fischer, CEO of TEXTILCOLOR AG. “With Pyroshell, we are not only acquiring a renowned technology but also a team of highly qualified application engineers. This will enable us to support our customers worldwide with integrating this innovative technology into their production processes. We will continue to develop the products created through this partnership to deliver sustainable, future-oriented solutions. The existing customer relationships of Schoeller Textiles AG will continue to be served with the same high quality within the established partner network – and will be further strengthened by the expanded capabilities of TEXTILCOLOR AG.”

Posted: September 1, 2025

Source: TEXTILCOLOR AG

Bemberg™ Announces New Leadership: Junshu Furusawa Appointed CEO Of Asahi  Kasei  Fibers  Italia

MILAN — August 27, 2025 — After the summer pause, Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei is back with renewed energy, important news, and new creative collaborations — ready to accelerate its remarkable fiber journey.

Junshu Furusawa

The year 2025 marks the beginning of a new chapter for Bemberg™  in Italy. Following the return of Koji Hamada to Japan, after leading the European division for four years, Junshu Furusawa — with 19 years working at Bemberg Division and four years in Italy — has been appointed as the new CEO of Asahi Kasei Fibers Italia.

With a strong background in innovation, product development and strategic vision within Bemberg Division of Asahi Kasei, Junshu Furusawa brings renewed energy and a deep understanding of the fiber’s technical and responsible value proposition.

His commitment to transparent communication and partner engagement will continue to drive Bemberg™’s growth across the European fashion and textile industry. Under Junshu Furusawa’s leadership, Bemberg reaffirms its commitment to responsible innovation, design excellence, and long-term partnerships, maintaining its role as a key ingredient in the next generation of luxury fashion.

Posted: September 1, 2025

Source: Asahi Kasei Fibers Italia s.r.l.

Covation Biomaterials Appoints New CEO Steven Ackerman

NEWARK, Del. — August 27, 2025 — Covation Biomaterials (CovationBio) today announced the appointment of Steven Ackerman as CEO. Ackerman brings 15 years of specialized experience in sustainable materials with a proven track record in advancing high-performance bio-based products for global markets.

Steven Ackerman

“It’s an honor to step into this role and lead CovationBio into a new era of sustainable innovation,” Ackerman said. “The growing global need for sustainable material innovation is clear. We’ll continue to build on our strong foundation to deliver even greater value to our partners and the planet.”

Ackerman succeeds Dean Trivits who served as CEO following Michael Saltzberg’s retirement in 2023.

Since joining DuPont Biomaterials in 2010, and continuing through the creation of Covation Biomaterials in 2022, Ackerman has led global growth, technical advancement, and innovation for the Sorona® business. Most recently, as vice president of Product & Technology, he drove deeper connectivity between the company’s global technology teams with sales, marketing, and customers. Under his direction, teams at three laboratories worldwide worked on improving manufacturing processes, supporting operations, and enhancing quality. His collaborative approach also ensured innovation efforts directly addressed market needs and paved the way for new applications of Sorona® polymer in fibers.

Throughout his career, Ackerman has shaped Sorona global brand strategy, led business development through textile value chains, and drove new product development programs. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Lehigh University and a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Delaware.

“Across our brands, we’re enabling entire industries to reimagine what’s possible. I believe clear communication between our internal teams and external stakeholders is critical to our success,” Ackerman said. “As we move forward, we’ll embrace this collaborative approach as an essential ingredient for progress, expansion into new markets, and the creation of new sustainable solutions that benefit everyone in our industry, offer value to our end consumers, and respect our planet.”

Posted: August 29, 2025

Source: Covation Biomaterials LLC

Hyosung TNC Presents Functional And Sustainable Stretch Solutions At Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Show

SEOUL, South Korea — August 27, 2025 — Hyosung TNC, the largest manufacturer of spandex by market share, returns to Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Show (Sept. 2–4) to spotlight its latest CREORA® and regen™ Spandex innovations and trend-forward textile offerings for the entire value chain.

With 4,000 exhibitors from 25 countries, Intertextile Shanghai is considered one of the most significant exhibitions in the textile industry — serving as a key platform for global brands and buyers to explore new trends and functional materials.

“At this year’s show, we are looking forward to having a presence with two booths,” said Scott Park, Hyosung TNC Marketing director, China. “The first, located at Hall 4.1H, we will exhibit alongside 20 of our Chinese mill partners focusing on our differentiated spandex solutions. We will also have a smaller exhibit in the Underwear Zone at Hall 5:1 located within the Economy Hub.”

At its major stand in Hall 4.1H, Hyosung will present the following stretch innovations:

  • CREORA® Fresh Spandex features odor-neutralizing functionality with high elasticity. Using a chemical neutralization method, CREORA® Fresh can efficiently and permanently neutralize odor components like ammonia, acetic acid, and isovaleric acid, maintaining freshness and comfort.
  • CREORA® Highclo Spandex offers greater durability than conventional elastane commonly used in swimwear. Its superior compression preserves the garment’s shape and fit, even in high heat, prolonging the life of swimwear for every adventure in the water.
  • CREORA® Power Fit Spandex provides high power and excellent heat resistance engineered to maintain fabric’s high stretch and recovery even setting at high temperature or re-dyeing. It delivers outstanding deeper color and excellent fastness even after washing, when dyed with disperse dye stuff.
  • CREORA® EasyFlex Spandex provides a luxurious soft feel, maintains a long-lasting comfortable fit, and allows for size inclusivity where one size can fit various body types. It also offers higher elongation with lower power and better retention rate for extra comfort.
  • regen™ Spandex is RCS-certified, 100% recycled spandex made from the reclaimed waste that occurs from Hyosung’s manufacturing process.
  • regen™ Bio Spandex is made with renewable resources instead of petroleum-based materials, reducing carbon footprint and dependence on non-renewable resources. The regen™ BIO Spandex offering includes three yarn offerings yarns made with varying amounts of content made from renewable resources: regen™ BIO, regen™ BIO+, and regen™ BIO Max.

These innovations will be showcased in harmony with garments and fabrics developed in collaboration with Hyosung TNC’s Fashion Design Center (FDC), aligned with the latest trend directions.

The company’s exhibit at Hall 5.1H will mark its first participation in the Underwear Zone. Hyosung TNC will showcase solutions tailored for innerwear and strengthen ties with underwear and intimate apparel brands by expanding its reach to a broader network of global and domestic customers.”

Posted: August 29, 2025

Source: Hyosung TNC

Barmag Product Brands: Productivity And Sustainability Are The Guiding Principles At ITMA Asia + CITME

NEUMÜNSTER/REMSCHEID, Germany — August 28, 2025 — With its product brands Oerlikon Barmag, Oerlikon Neumag and Oerlikon Nonwoven, Barmag is presenting itself at this year’s ITMA Asia + CITME with innovations in yarn production that are above all one thing: productive and sustainable. October 28-31 this year, Switerland-based Oerlikon Group company will be showcasing its technologies for the future of yarn production in Singapore in Hall 4, booth C 204.

Barmag and Neumag showcase innovations at ITMA Asia

The increasingly complex world of textiles demands individual solutions that can be flexibly adapted to constantly changing market conditions. Barmag supports its customers with appropriate plant concepts and complete solution packages. Artificial intelligence has become an integral part of this world.

Bringing atmos.io to the networked factory

atmos.io is the operating system for intelligent yarn production. Every machine — whether a pilot plant or large-scale production with hundreds of positions — comes with the digital core. This makes atmos.io the basis for the smart factory. In the integrated app store, yarn manufacturers can put together exactly what they really need. atmos.io provides data-based decision-making criteria — objectively, efficiently and with a focus on quality. It digitizes the entire material flow: every bobbin carries its own data, from the melt to the warehouse.

This allows yarn manufacturers to intervene in production at any time — quickly, precisely and profitably. The advantages: less waste, higher yarn quality, less effort for shop floor employees. The system integrates seamlessly into existing production and IT infrastructures. atmos.io relies on an intelligent data infrastructure that meets the highest standards of cyber security while providing consistent, trustworthy data for secure and efficient process control.

The future of filament spinning

With Bico yarns, rPET, Full Dull and Semi Dull, Cationic Dyable and dope dyed, as well as other specialty products, the range of Oerlikon Barmag’s WINGS FDY FLEX is unique in the WINGS family.

Flexibility is the core competence of WINGS FDY FLEX, the latest winding concept for the FDY process. With an enormously wide production window, WINGS FDY FLEX is the perfect solution for short-term product changes and a wide range of yarn products. It can even process recycled polyester. This makes the FDY process with WINGS FLEX future-proof and sustainable.

What does the future hold for the POY process? Yarn manufacturers can also find out at the Barmag booth. The Barmag experts will be presenting the next generation of POY production to selected visitors – and will also be offering a captivating insight into the future of textiles.

eFK EvoSmart – innovation meets efficiency in yarn texturing

With the new eFK EvoSmart texturing machine, Barmag presents a machine concept based on the globally proven manual eFK that meets the highest quality requirements and sets new standards in operational efficiency. With a focus on energy-efficient yarn production, the eFK EvoSmart offers technological features that sustainably reduce both energy consumption and operating costs — with-out compromising on quality and process reliability. By combining energy-optimized process control with innovative components such as EvoHeater and Smart Godets, the eFK EvoSmart achieves a significant reduction in specific energy consumption — with potential savings of 25 percent per kilogram of yarn.

The simple replacement of the heater inserts eliminates the need for time-consuming mechanical and chemical heater cleaning inside the machine. The system consisting of EvoHeater and adapted suction not only saves energy but also doubles the maintenance intervals. This reduces the maintenance requirements of the eFK EvoSmart by 50%. Shorter and less frequent downtimes increase productivity and ensure higher plant availability. Whether in weaving, knitting or finishing, consistent performance ensures smooth processes and the best results.

Concentrated innovative strength for staple fiber production

The EvoSteam process for manufacturing synthetic staple fibers is superior to conventional processes in terms of efficiency, sustainability, and performance, while delivering significantly higher fiber quality.

Oerlikon Neumag is setting new standards in the production of synthetic staple fibers with several technological innovations. At the heart of these innovations is the state-of-the-art EvoSteam process, which not only offers significant energy savings but also raises fiber quality to a new level. The ad-vantages over conventional processes are clear: more efficient, more sustainable and more powerful.

The EvoSteam concept is complemented by EvoDuct and EvE-2, two further pioneering developments for staple fiber spinning. EvoDuct optimizes the air flow distribution in the air supply. The result: lower pressure drop, less energy consumption and a more uniform air flow, which has a positive effect on fiber quality and fiber uniformity. EvE-2 revolutionizes monomer and hot air extraction. The newly designed extraction nozzles minimize air turbulence and improve the uniformity of the air supply. The external monomer extraction facilitates maintenance work and significantly increases spinning performance.

Another highlight: the automated spin pack wiping robot, already used in filament spinning by Oerlikon Barmag, now also cleans the spinning packages in the staple fiber process. The advantages are the same: consistent, excellent wiping quality, extended cleaning intervals, reduced personnel costs, savings in consumables, environmentally friendly and healthy, controlled silicone spray consumption and synchronization of cleaning cycles with can change and splice management.

New standards in BCF yarn production

With the new BICO BCF technology, Oerlikon Neumag is launching a completely new type of yarn that takes carpet performance to a new level: higher pile strength, improved recovery properties and approx. 20 percent less face fiber consumption — without compromising the brand’s renowned high quality. The result: lighter carpets with the familiar high-quality characteristics of Oerlikon Neumag yarns.

Also new to the portfolio: FiberGuard BCF — an intelligent system consisting of sensors and software that measures the yarn tension between twisting and winding in real time. The software reacts automatically to deviations and adjusts the process independently. This means less waste, higher efficiency and greater sustainability. And best of all, FiberGuard is compatible with all current BCF machines, or can be retrofitted.

Highly efficient nonwovens technologies

With Oerlikon Neumag’s hycuTEC hydrocharging technology for the production of highly efficient electret filter media, the pressure loss of a typical FFP2 filter medium can be reduced to less than a quarter.

At the heart of this is Oerlikon Nonwoven’s patented hycuTEC unit — a real revolution for the filtration industry. Using osmosis-treated water, the system enables a high electrostatic charge to be applied to polypropylene meltblown nonwovens — with an impressive efficiency of 99.99 percent.

The brand also impresses in the Spunbond sector with high-performance production lines. Its potential is particularly evident in water filtration, for example through the implementation of a BiCo process utilizing polyester and co-polyester polymers.

Posted: August 29, 2025

Source: Barmag

NCTO Praises End Of De Minimis Loophole For Low-Value Commercial Shipments, Supports Seamless U.S. Processing

WASHINGTON — August 28, 2025 — The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber, yarn and fabrics to finished sewn products, issued the following statement from President and CEO Kim Glas voicing strong support for the end of de minimis on August 29 and seamless U.S. processing.

Statement by NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas:

NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas

“The Trump administration has taken decisive action to close the de minimis loophole, a trade measure long exploited by Chinese e-commerce giants and other foreign shippers to circumvent U.S. trade laws. For years, companies have used this loophole to avoid tariffs and customs reporting requirements on shipments valued at $800 or less, devastating U.S. manufacturers, undercutting American jobs, and opening the floodgates to unsafe and counterfeit products and goods made with forced labor. The administration’s executive action closes this channel and delivers long overdue relief to the U.S. textile industry and its workers, while strengthening America’s economic and national security.

“Effective Friday, August 29, all commercial shipments must follow the same rules—customs documentation on the origin of goods and their classification and payment of all applicable duties and fees. This reform brings critical accountability back into the trade system and restores confidence for American manufacturers who have been competing on an uneven and destructive playing field.

“Those addicted to the profits of de minimis have been raising alarms about the change to the status quo perpetuating false information, but the fact remains that consumers will still receive their online orders. These packages — over 90 percent of which enter the United States as express shipments — will now come in under a system that is fair, transparent, and enforceable. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is equipped to handle this change and has the systems in place. The U.S. Postal Service is ready and has the systems in place. The U.S. is not stopping international mail.

“This action expands the president’s suspension of de minimis treatment for low-value commercial shipments from China and Hong Kong, which already covers the majority of de minimis packages and has been in effect since May 2. It ensures all small package shipments — regardless of delivery method — have the necessary inspection, information, and duty collection. Packages are arriving every day into the United States. Tomorrow will be no different.

“With this action, the Trump administration has delivered an historic win for U.S. industry, American workers, and the integrity of our trade system.”

Posted: August 29, 2025

Source: The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)

U.S. Textiles: Time To Invest? Tariffs, Taxes And Pro-Manufacturing

By Jim Borneman, Editor In Chief

Despite the chaotic winds encircling U.S. textile Manufacturing, for staunchly committed producers, one can’t help but sense opportunity brewing. Lurking beneath the surface of the divisive tariff uncertainties, a once in a lifetime realignment of the United States’ role in international trade is taking place.

There is ample opportunity for argument, objection and outrage — but one can’t escape the fact that the U.S. position in global production and consumption of goods is changing.
As pundits dissect and prognosticate, real companies, with long track records of innovation and transformation, are on deck adjusting to the opportunities at hand.

For the first time in a very long time, there is a palpable pro-manufacturing environment that is like an exhausted sailor suddenly finding the high winds at their back.

U.S. tax policy and regulatory environments seem to be growing more reasonable, rather than serving as a disincentive to putting capital at risk.

Restoring full expensing of investments— 100-percent depreciation — can offer capital-intensive businesses significant support for investing.

For many who haven’t been able to invest, the dramatic advancements in equipment and technology may have been worth the wait.

By many accounts productivity is poised to skyrocket. Expensive labor has always been an issue in U.S. manufacturing competing in a global market. But most technology has labor cost reduction built in and cost structures seem to be favoring proximity to raw materials, lower energy costs and speed-to-market advantages.

This just may be a recipe for success in the United States and nearshoring manufacturing.
Even for non-yarn spinners, the views of Rieter’s CEO Thomas Oetterli are worth a read (See “Rieter CEO Thomas Oetterli Talks The Future Of Textile Spinning,” TW, this issue). As the leader of one of the most significant suppliers to the global textile industry, Rieter is a barometer on what the future holds in manufacturing.

Oetterli’s takeaways — look for “auto-mated, digital and smart” to lead developments, and labor reduction is baked in.

Oetterli said: “We are stepping up research and development activities to fully automate the value stream by 2027 through autonomous transport systems and collaborative robotics. Rieter’s digital spinning suite ESSENTIAL will be the command-and-control center of smart and high-performing mills that lower cost and maximize returns.”

There are no simple solutions, but one can’t miss the fact that core U.S. textile manufacturers who have made very challenging markets work, will see a favorable shift in competitiveness; an opportunity to meet and exceed their customer’s and consumers’ needs, wants and desires; and an opportunity to establish a new presence in the domestic consumption of U.S. textiles.

Investing in the future of U.S. textiles has never been for the faint of heart — but the business case of capital expenditure has positive support, and for the persistent, there may be no time like the present.

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