ITM 2022 Exhibitor Preview: KARL MAYER Group

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — May 12, 2022 — KARL MAYER Group is looking forward to its exhibitor participation at the ITM, 14-18.06.2022, in Istanbul, Tüyap Fair and Congress Centre, Stand 714 A in Hall 7

The preparations for ITM are in full swing, also at the KARL MAYER Group. The innovative world market leader is looking forward with great expectations to its participation in the important machine building fair for the textile and apparel industry, which will be held from 14 to 18 June 2022 at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Centre in Istanbul.

“This is the first industry gathering in a long time. My customers and I are really looking forward to meeting face to face again and exchanging ideas about the market,” said Bastian Fritsch, Senior Sales Manager at the KARL MAYER Group.

The global player will be on Stand 714 A in Hall 7 to show the machines, textile developments, digital solutions, and aftersales and service offerings that it is using to support Turkish textile manufacturers on their growth and modernization course. For the first time on the KARL MAYER stand at the ITM: the new STOLL Business Unit, which represents the Group’s expertise in flat knitting.

Setting trends with warp knitting in the apparel sector

Guests from the warp knitting sector can look forward to an innovation in the field of four-bar high-performance tricot machines on the KARL MAYER stand. The HKS 4-M ON with electronic guide bar control is coming in a new guise and with KAMCOS® 2, and above all offers even more possibilities in patterning by linking it to k.innovation CORE and other features. The machine will be shown in a working width of 268″ and is predestined for the outerwear market.

In addition, an exclusive trend area with fabrics and applications invites visitors to come up with new ideas and experience textiles. The exhibits – chic curtains, furniture and living room accessories with velour covers, as well as terry fabrics for body care, wellness and cleaning – offer inspiration for the home and household textile sector. For the fashion sector, there will be insights into the equally creative and diverse world of clothing made from knitted fabrics. Highlights include new articles with crinkle looks from high-performance tricot machines, elastic fabrics with an extra portion of power from the new HKS 2-SE PLUS, and trendy RASCHELTRONIC®, Seamless and Powernet fabrics.

Most extensive product range and digital innovations for flat knits

New to the STOLL range and ready for its launch is the CMS 503 ki, the highly productive and economical machine for customers focusing on a wide range of fully fashion applications. STOLL’s entry-level model for this volume segment, the BMS 52 ki, is ideally suited to classic knit fabrics of basic construction and will be presented at ITM in two different gauges: in E14/12 and E3,5.2. The gauge E3,5.2 is predestined for the coarser look currently in demand and complements the gauges already launched in 2021 for finer knits.

A total of seven selected machine exhibits represent the range of modern STOLL flat knitting machines. The ADF 830-24ki KW W E10.2 will be presented in Istanbul as a prime example of the high art of flat knitting. This all-in-one machine masters even very fine knit & wear articles, and implements every conceivable knitting technique.

Another plus point is that all machines can be networked and integrated into automated processes according to individual customer requirements.

STOLL’s software solutions are combined under knitelligence®. There is also something new here: The powerful knitwear design software k.innovation CREATE DESIGN and the patterning software k.innovation CREATE PLUS will be presented on the Turkish market for the first time.

More efficiency and less environmental impact in warp preparation with trendsetter solutions

For ITM visitors from the Warp Preparation sector, KARL MAYER will have visual and information material for the top themes of denim, sizing and sample warping in its trade fair luggage.

GREENDYE presents an environmentally friendly indigo dyeing process that relies on nitrogen technology and, thus, significantly reduces chemical consumption. In addition, water can be saved in the washing process thanks to the unique dye fixation.

In sizing, the PROSIZE® sets industry standards in terms of maximizing weaving efficiency and minimizing costs and environmental impact with an innovative application process. The use of sizing agents alone can be reduced by up to 10%. Further reductions are possible in energy consumption and wastewater volumes.

For the production of stencil and shorter production warps, the MULTI-MATIC® warp sampling machine is unbeatably flexible and efficient. The basis for its unique performance is above all an automated color change and leasing process at maximum production speed, patterning with up to 128 individually controlled yarn guides and a maximum working width of 3,600 mm.

Digitize production with KM.ON solutions

KM.ON wants to help its customers enter the world of smart manufacturing and, thus, raise their business to a completely new level through innovation and increased efficiency. To this end, KARL MAYER’s software start-up is developing digital solutions and will be presenting them as a highlight at the group’s stand at ITM.

k.management dashoard ensures reliable monitoring of networked machines. The smart tool provides near-time data from production and, thus, an important overview of key figures for planning upcoming tasks and available capacities, anytime and anywhere.

In addition to monitoring, KM.ON focuses on patterning. For flexible, simple design implementation, the young company has developed k.innovation CORE. Simply log in with any Internet-enabled device, select a machine, enter the lappings for the individual ground guide bars, create the pattern file with just a few clicks and send it to the KM.ON cloud! Before production starts, the lapping file only needs to be selected on the machine’s user interface. In addition, the web-based software offers collaboration options for faster development processes.

In addition, KM.ON is working on a solution from the k.quality category based on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The aim is the intelligent detection of fabric defects through automatic quality monitoring and a machine stop within seconds in the event of an error. This enables greater efficiency and sustainability through less waste in production. In addition, constant textile quality enhances customer relation.

The innovation is more accurate and detects faults faster than many other offerings for this sector through the use of AI.

Building and refurbishing more efficiently with technical warp-knitted fabrics

In the Technical Textiles sector, KARL MAYER presents innovative textile solutions for infrastructure and construction. In particular, weft knitted fabrics for use as plaster grids, the implementation of roofing systems and the reinforcement of roadways ensure greater efficiency in new construction and renovations worldwide, and are selling very well. For the production of the grid structures, for example from glass or basalt fibers, the WEFTTRONIC® II G weft knitting machine has been in high demand for several years. This highly efficient model can replace up to 25 weaving machines, thus, saving personnel and space. Promising discussions are also expected in Istanbul, especially regarding the WEFTTRONIC® II G.

More room for core business with Care Solutions

To provide the customer with maximum support for their individual needs in their everyday work, the KARL MAYR Group has now also combined its extensive support services to form package solutions. The new Care Solutions packages offer various services at corresponding prices. General contents include remote services, machine monitoring via dashboard, machine health checks in line with an inspection log, sharing expert knowledge and managing spare parts efficiently. One package series also takes into account a goodwill extension for selected machine components.

The online products included within the scope of the packages can be used quickly and easily via a corresponding platform. The booking is made per machine on the basis of an annual period with subsequent renewal option One prerequisite is that the machine must be networked. The new packages complement the well-known products of the portfolio in the aftersales area. Among the most popular are the WEBSHOP SPARE PARTS and the courses offered by global KARL MAYER Academies.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: KARL MAYER Gruppe

SGS Launches Light Sensitive Fabric Test To Boost Greener Production Of Denim Fashion Products

GENEVA — May 12, 2022 — SGS, a testing, inspection and certification company, has joined forces with technology manufacturer Jeanologia to launch a new service for fashion retailers, manufacturers and brand owners looking to minimize the environmental impact of denim textile production.

The Advanced Light Sensitive Fabric Test is an exclusive service from SGS, which uses ground-breaking technology developed by Jeanologia. In expanding its global textile testing capability with Advanced Light Sensitive Fabric Test, SGS is responding to the growing use of laser technology to drastically reduce the industry’s environmental impact and drive efficiency.

Laser marking significantly reduces both water consumption and the use of toxic and chemical substances. In addition, it brings efficiencies via reduced costs and more consistent finishes within the end product.

An Advanced Light Sensitive Test from SGS measures the suitability of denim fabrics for laser marking, based on their sensitivity to light, and provides an objective score of a fabric’s quality through the global Advanced Light Sensitive 100 mark system. It provides an accurate measurement of how a denim fabric reacts to laser processing and which fabrics are best suited to achieving fashionable finishes (natural and vintage) with a low environmental impact.

Yvonne Tse, vice president, Global Softlines said: “We are proud to launch this service which supports the sustainable production of fashion textiles. We are seeing how laser marking is transforming the industry bysignificantly reducing water wastage and the use of toxic chemical substances during production. For those manufacturers looking to take advantage of more eco-friendly technology, Advanced Light Sensitive test can be a vital step in that process.”

Jeanologia, based in Spain, develops innovative technologies for the textile industry.

Enrique Silla, CEO at Jeanologia, said: “Our mission is to change the industry and make it more ethical, ecoefficient and sustainable. To do this, not only do we need to change the sourcing model, but to bring in new method and techniques for analysis and standardization. All stakeholders need to be facing the same direction.”

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: SGS

13th ITMF Corona-Survey: Business Situation And Expectations Still Positive But Visibly Weaker

ZURICH — May 12, 2022 — In the second half of March 2022, the ITMF conducted the 13th ITMF Corona-Survey among more than 220 companies around the world in all segments along the textile value chain. For the sixth time since May 2021, companies were asked the same set of questions about their 1) business situation, 2) business expectation, 3) order intake, 4) order backlog, and 5) capacity utilization rate. In addition, they were asked about their main concerns and whether and to what extent they can pass on recent costs increases.

On average across all regions and all segments, the business situation in March 2022 (see Graph 1) remains in positive territory with +14 percentage points (pp). Nevertheless, this is well below the +26pp in November 2021 and the +18pp in January 2022. That a relative high number of companies (43 percent) judge their situation as satisfactory shows that demand remains strong despite the many challenges companies are facing on the supply side like delayed deliveries and higher production costs.

When it comes to the business expectations in six months’ time, the global textile value chain remains optimistic but stands on a much weaker foundation (see Graph 2). Since September 2021 the balance between more favorable and less favorable business expectations has fallen from +32pp to +7pp. This is a clear indication that the textile value chain has passed the tip of a strong business cycle in the 4th quarter of 2021. Whether we will see a broader albeit slower economic growth in the future will depend very much on whether disrupted global supply chains will be rebalanced and how the Russian war in Ukraine will develop in the coming months.

A look at the different regions reveals that the business situation is in positive territory in all regions except for East Asia and Africa where the balance between good and bad business situation is negative. The expectations on the other hand vary strongly. In North, South America and Africa companies anticipate a more favorable business, while in all other regions the balance between more and less favorable is negative.

As for the different segments the downstream segments — weavers/knitters, finishers/printers, and garment and home textile producers — are generally struggling more than the upstream segments — fiber producers, spinners, and textile machinery producers. This is especially true when it comes to passing on higher costs.

The order intake has fallen from a high level of +38pp in November 2021 to +12pp in March 2022. This reflects the weaker business situation. Likewise, also order intake expectations deteriorated in March 2022 from +34pp in January to +22pp in March 2022.

Since July 2021 order backlog rose from 2.3 to 3.1 months. The expectations for order backlog remain unchanged at 2.9 months. The capacity utilization rate stays at around 80 percent. The expectations are unchanged given the persistent supply chain bottlenecks.

Higher costs for raw materials, energy, and transportation are the main concerns for companies. Weaker demand is another worry though not (yet) a dominant one. On average across the supply chain companies can only pass on 40 percent of the additional costs.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF)

Huntsman Textile Effects Revolutionizes Trichromatic Dyeing With Patented Blue Dye

SINGAPORE — May 12, 2022 — Huntsman Textile Effects has introduced NOVACRON® Atlantic EC-NC, the industry’s first blue element that delivers chlorine- and nitrogen oxide (NOx)-fastness alongside lightfastness for textiles, ensuring garments look as good as new for longer.

“Leading global brands are increasingly demanding textiles that won’t fade when exposed to chlorine during home or commercial laundering or to gas fading (NOx). Huntsman’s new NOVACRON Atlantic EC-NC is a true milestone in the history of blue dye development. Based on a patented dye molecule, it gives mills and brands a trouble-free way to produce more sustainable, long-lasting textile products,” said Dhirendra Gautam, Senior Director, Global Market Strategy and Innovation, Huntsman Textile Effects.

The breakthrough NOVACRON Atlantic EC-NC blue element completes Huntsman Textile Effects’ Non-Contrasting Concept and addresses the challenges faced by mills to deliver:

  • Improved light-, perspiration- and chlorine-fastness. Ideal for the production of light-medium shades of towels and bedding and T-shirts, shirts and trousers, the dye meets the most stringent home laundering program requirements of US and Japanese brands, and also performs well in other markets where chlorine is added to water supplies.
  • High NOx resistance. NOx present in the air makes textile products more susceptible to fading during transportation, storage and retail display. The high NOx resistance of NOVACRON Atlantic EC-NC enables mills and brands to achieve positive differentiation with textiles that are less likely to fade.
  • Outstanding operational excellence. With unique application properties for both exhaust and pad processes, and outstanding compatibility with all other trichromatic dyes, NOVACRON Atlantic EC-NC is a breakthrough in right first-time production.

The innovative IP-protected NOVACRON Atlantic EC-NC dye is also a great addition to the successful NOVACRON NC concept for earth tone colors. The earth tones — from sand to brown, olive, beige, khaki and grey — are popular in casual wear and sports apparel, as well as for home and hospitality textile products such as furnishing, towels and bedding.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Huntsman Textile Effects

Carrington Textiles Receives JOSCAR Accreditation

ADLINGTON, England — May 12, 2022 — Global workwear textile manufacturer Carrington Textiles has announced the company’s recent JOSCAR accreditation which works as a compliance system for suppliers to the defence, aerospace and security industry.

The ‘Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register’ (JOSCAR) is a collaborative tool used to act as a single source for pre-qualification and compliance information. Membership is designed to improve efficiency of both the supplier and buyer communities by ensuring that companies only use products and solutions of the highest quality and that comply with best practices.

Carrington Textiles Sales Director Paul Farrell, said: “Holding this accreditation will make the process of trading in these sectors easier. We’ve been a long serving supplier to many armed forces and believe that the JOSCAR accreditation will benefit our future trading relationships in the industry”.

With decades of expertise in the defence industry Carrington Textiles develops defence fabrics for combat uniforms and equipment with flame retardant and waterproof options; as well as offering MultiCam® patterns.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Carrington Textiles

Borealis And Reclay Group Form New Joint Entity, Recelerate, To Make Plastic Circularity A Reality

VIENNA, Austria — May 12, 2022 — Together, Borealis — one of the world’s leading providers of advanced and circular polyolefin solutions and a European market leader in base chemicals and fertilizers — and the Reclay Group, international experts in environmental and material recovery management — announce the beginning of a new, jointly-founded entity, Recelerate GmbH. The new organization’s mission is to redesign the critical steps of the plastics sorting and recycling system for LWP to speed up circularity, born from a need to meet the rising market demand for high-quality recyclates for use in high-end plastic applications.

A new positive force, creating a stronger link where it matters most

Recelerate will play a critical connector role in the plastic value chain, connecting downstream and upstream expertise to rethink how LWP waste is managed, sorted, processed, and recycled. The new entity will be powered by Reclay Group’s strength in the area of extended producer responsibility schemes (EPR) and Borealis’ focus on growth of a more circular plastic model, powered in part by its proprietary recycling technology Borcycle™.

This combination will enable a macro view approach to identify opportunities to add value and invest where it matters, to ensure more and more plastic waste from LWP is able to stay within the value chain.

In the spirit of circularity, Recelerate will bring all round benefits

For Reclay, Recelerate will help grow the reach, scale and impact of EPR; for Borealis, it will open up supply of post-consumer plastic waste to be recycled with its Borcycle recycling technology; for customers and consumers, it means greater access to high quality recycled materials. Recelerate will connect critical partners in the plastic value chain; closing the gap, and accelerating the growth and scaling of circular plastics.

“In line with our integrated approach toward more circular plastics, Recelerate will enable significant progress in waste feedstock optimisation. Together with our partners, we are committed to reinventing the plastics system for more sustainable living,” explained Lucrèce Foufopoulos, Borealis executive vice president, Polyolefins, Innovation & Technology and Circular Economy Solutions.

“We’re excited to begin Recelerate’s journey to unlock greater plastic circularity through rethinking and reshaping sorting and recycling”, says Raffael A. Fruscio, owner and managing director of the Reclay Group. “This is an important moment to build on existing strengths and get some momentum in creating smart, successful, sustainable models that more and more businesses, regions and communities can benefit from. Together we will ensure that valuable material is kept in the cycle”.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Borealis AG

Polygiene’s Aim Is Set For Full Coverage Odor Control In Forloh Hunting Apparel

MALMÖ, Sweden — May 12, 2022 — Forloh’s new Insect Shield® apparel is best in class for warm weather adventures — combines fabric technologies and design in innovative new summer collection. The 100-percent made-in-America technical outdoor brand, is proud to introduce new, lightweight Insect Shield shirts and pants that deliver unprecedented comfort and protection in the most innovative garments ever designed for outdoor enthusiasts.

“We have added value to the innovative and “100-percent made-in-America” brand Forloh for a number of years and we are looking forward to share paths for many years to come. The warm weather apparel of Forloh integrates Polygiene’s combination technologies, Polygiene BioStatic™ and Polygiene OdorCrunch™ which give full coverage odor control — something that is crucial in hunting,” said Ulrika Björk, CEO, Polygiene.

FORLOH has introduced new, lightweight Insect Shield shirts and pants that deliver comfort and protection in innovative garments designed for outdoor enthusiasts. FORLOH’s new Insect Shield SolAir UPF Hooded Long Sleeve Shirt and Lightweight Pants are expertly engineered to combat the harmful rays of the sun and biting insects, while keeping the wearer cool, dry and odor-free.

Entirely made in the United States, FORLOH is the first to combine these technologies in the new warm-weather apparel line:

  • Insect Shield®: Odorless and safe, it provides effective, long-lasting and convenient insect protection.
  • brrr Pro®: Cooling minerals keep skin temperature 3.5F degrees cooler while promoting hyper wicking by expanding the wicking properties of the fabric by more than 700 percent.
  • UPF 900+: A world-leading rating that keeps the harmful rays of the sun off the skin.
  • Polygiene® Stay Fresh: Premium scent control that fights odor-causing bacteria.
  • Polygiene® Odor Crunch: Converts external odor molecules into carbon dioxide and expels them from the garment.

Available in three colors and in six sizes (Small-3XL), the lightweight Insect Shield SolAir UPF Hooded Long Sleeve Shirt($99) is equally at home on the saltwater flats as it is on a hiking trail. A Polyester and Spandex blend, it features a 4-way stretch for increased mobility and comfort. Women’s specific cuts are coming in June 2022. 

Exceedingly comfortable and highly durable, Insect Shield SolAir Pants ($159) can handle days on the water or deep in the woods with equal ease. Available in waist sizes 28-44, they feature articulated knees, a gusseted crotch and smartly placed pockets for unparalleled functionality. Women’s specific cuts are coming in June 2022. 

”These are, by far, the most technologically advanced shirts and pants you can wear while taking part in your favorite outdoor pursuit,” said Andy Techmanski, CEO and founder of FORLOH. “While we expand our reach beyond hunting and fishing, these two pieces deliver on our promise to manufacture premium and versatile apparel here in the U.S. that exceeds the demands of our customers and their adventures.”

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Polygiene

Indorama Ventures Achieves A Record First Quarter 2022 Performance As The Global Economy Continues To Recover

BANGKOK, Thailand — May 12, 2022 — Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd. (IVL), a global sustainable chemical producer, today reported a strong 1Q22 result, building on its record FY 2021 performance as the pandemic continued to retreat, driving demand across the company’s global integrated portfolio.

IVL achieved 1Q22 Core EBITDA of $650 million, up 41 percent QoQ and 77 percent YoY, and a 4 percent increase in production volumes to 3.80 MMT. All three of IVL’s business segments grew as the company’s leading global position benefited overall in an environment of higher crude oil prices, increased ocean freight rates and a strengthening US dollar, led by resurging consumer demand and global mobility.

IVL’s Integrated Oxides and Derivatives (IOD) business benefits from a high crude oil price environment, as its shale gas advantage supports MTBE and MEG margins. As ocean freight rates increase, IVL’s PET and Fibers segments gain due to increased import parity pricing in Western markets, where about two thirds of its portfolio is situated. Management’s agile response to hedging and levying surcharges has helped to partially recuperate the surge in energy and utility costs in Europe as a consequence of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The re-opening of economies bodes well for demand across IVL’s portfolio. However, China’s ongoing pandemic lockdowns impacted downstream polyester demand resulting in weakened MEG spreads. IVL’s businesses trade in US dollars and a strengthening dollar has positive impact, reducing conversion costs in emerging economies where IVL has a strong local presence.

D K Agarwal, CEO of Indorama Ventures, said: “Our integrated product portfolio continues to play a crucial role in consumers’ daily lives, serving end applications focused on elevating safety and well-being. This is the cornerstone of IVL’s resiliency and has allowed the company to successfully weather volatility and uncertainty. At the same time, our strong focus on transforming our processes is continuing to yield efficiency gains and drive increased productivity.”

Combined PET segment reported Core EBITDA of $435 million, up 63 percent QoQ and 67 percent YoY supported by the reset of PTA/PET contracts at the end of 2021. IVL expects the tight supply-demand environment to continue through 2022, boosted by the upcoming peak summer season.

IOD segment achieved Core EBITDA of $126 million, up 3 percent QoQ and 258 percent YoY as MTBE margins benefited from higher crude oil prices, demand remains strong for downstream products, and as the commissioning of the Lake Charles cracker contributes to earnings in 2022. The integration of the Oxiteno acquisition, completed in April, will bring additional upside to IOD from 2Q22.

Fibers segment delivered Core EBITDA of $85 million, an increase of 4 percent QoQ and 17 percent YoY. Demand across the three Fibers verticals is stable with domestic sales yielding better profitability, while higher freight rates weighed on margins on export volumes from Thailand, Indonesia and India, and increased energy and utility costs impacted European operations.

1Q22 Performance Highlights

  • Consolidated Revenue of $4,444 milion, an increase of 12 percent QoQ and 37 percent YoY
  • Record Reported EBITDA of $784 million, a YoY growth of 63 percent, and Core EBITDA of $650M, a YoY growth of 77 percent
  • Production volumes up 4 percent YoY to 3.80 MMT
  • Reported Net Profit of THB 14,070 million, Core Net Profit of THB 10,578 million
  • Reported EPS of THB 2.47 (LTM1Q22: 5.98) and Core EPS of THB 1.85 (LTM1Q22:4.96)
  • Record Core EBITDA Margin at 15 percent

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL)

Techtextil 2022 Exhibitor Preview: Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions

NEUMÜNSTER / REMSCHEID, Germany — May 12, 2022 — At this year’s Techtextil, Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions will be presenting the trade audience with new applications, special processes and sustainable solutions focusing on the production of industrial textiles. Among other things, the company will be showcasing new technology for charging nonwovens that sets new standards with regards to quality and efficiency. Between June 21 and 24, the discussions in Hall 12.0, Stand C60 will be concentrating on airbags, seat belts, tire cord, geotextiles, filter nonwovens and their diverse applications.

More polyester for airbags

Airbags have become an integral part of our everyday automotive lives. The yarns used in them are made predominantly from polyamide. As a result of increasingly diverse airbag applications and also the increasing size of the systems used, polyester is today used as well, depending on the applica-tion requirements and cost-benefit considerations. Against this background, the Oerlikon Barmag technologies make an invaluable contribution. In addition to high productivity and low energy consumption, they particularly excel in terms of their stable production processes. Furthermore, they comply with every high quality standard for airbags, which – as in the case of virtually all other textile products used in vehicle construction – must provide the highest level of safety for vehicle occupants. And all this without any loss of function in any climate and anywhere in the world for the life-time of the vehicle.

Buckle up!

Seat belts play a decisive role in protecting vehicle occupants. They have to withstand tensile forces in excess of three tons and simultaneously stretch in a controlled manner in emergencies in order to reduce the load in the event of impact. A seat belt comprises approximately 300 filament yarns, whose individual, high-tenacity yarn threads are spun from around 100 individual filaments.

“With our unique, patented Single Filament Layer Technology, we offer a sophisticated and simultaneously gentle high-tenacity (HT) yarn process for manufacturing these lifesavers and other applications made from industrial yarn”, explains Dr. Roy Dolmans, Technology Manager IDY and R&D Filament Processing.

Invisible, but essential – road reinforcement using geotextiles

But it not just inside vehicles, but also under them, that industrial yarns reveal their strengths. Low stretch, ultra-high tenacity, high rigidity – industrial yarns offer outstanding properties for the demanding tasks carried out by geotextiles; for instance, as geogrids in the base course system under asphalt. Normally, geotextiles have extremely high yarn titers of up to 24,000 denier. Oerlikon Barmag system concepts simultaneously manufacture three filament yarns of 6,000 denier each. Due to the high spinning titers, fewer yarns can be plied together to the required geo-yarn titer in a more cost- and energy-efficient manner.

hycuTEC – technological quantum leap for filter media

In the case of its hycuTEC hydro-charging solution, Oerlikon Neumag offers a new technology for charging nonwovens that increases filter efficiency to more than 99.99%. For meltblown producers, this means material savings of 30% with significantly superior filter performance. For end users, the consequence is noticeably improved comfort resulting from significantly reduced breathing resistance. With its considerably lower water and energy consumption, this new development is also a future-proof, sustainable technology.

New high-tech Staple Fiber Technology Center

Extending to around 2,100 m2, Oerlikon Neumag in Neumünster is home to one of the world’s largest staple fiber technology centers. As of now, these state-of-the-art staple fiber technologies are also available for customer-specific trials.

The focus during the planning and the design of the Technology Center was on optimizing components and processes. Here, special attention was paid to ensuring the process and production parameters in the Technology Center system could be simply and reliably transferred to production systems. “We are not only able to run all standard products available on the market at our Technology Center, it also offers us the perfect prerequisites for the development of new processes and products”, explains Tilman Reutter, Technology Manager – Head of Staple Fiber Process. Here, the fiber tape processing line is modular in design. All components can be combined with each other as required. And comprehensive set-up options supply detailed findings for the respective process for various fiber products.

The Technology Center is also equipped with two spinning positions for mono- and bi-component processes. The same round spin packs are used for both processes, characterized by excellent fiber quality and properties and meanwhile very successfully deployed in all Oerlikon Neumag production systems. Furthermore, the spinning plant is complemented by automation solutions such as spin pack scraper robots, for example. “In future, we will be able to focus more strongly on the special requirements of our customers in the development of our product lines”, comments Tilman Reutter.

Posted: May 12, 2022

Source: Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions division

Techtextil 2022 Exhibitor Preview: AUTEFA

FRIEDBERG, Germany — May 9, 2022 — During Techtextil, visitors will experience the economic and technical advantages of AUTEFA Solutions as a full line supplier for carded- crosslapped needlepunch lines, aerodynamic web forming technology, spunlace, and thermobonding lines. Autefa Solutions nonwoven lines meet customers’ requirements for quality web formation, bonding, active weight regulation, and minimal maintenance.

The general trend is for weight reduction whilst maintaining physical properties providing savings in material costs and increasing operating speeds. Customers require machines and lines that are able to produce light weight fabrics without any compromises regarding material strength. Furthermore, growth in needlepunching technology remains strong, a good example is Artificial Leather, also in terms of sustainability. Autefa Solutions serves the growing demand for needled technical applications e.g., the filtration business and for paper maker felts. Sustainability is a huge topic, worldwide. With the increasing environmental awareness, the demand for renewable textiles is forthcoming, allowing the wood pulp technology segment to grow enhanced growth rates. Our customers are increasing the use of replacement fibers like recycled PET fibers, carbon fibers, reclaimed fibers as well as various natural fibers such as hemp or coconut.

Therefore, Autefa Solutions needle punching have special options like optimized bed and stripper plates, advanced needle patterns with conical bed plate holes, and optimized feeding system for pre-needle looms. A dust extraction system is available and recommended when processing recycled and natural fibers, glass and short fibers, and carbon and mineral fibers.

Autefa Solutions Needle Punching lines distinguish themselves by easy operation, less energy consumptions/gms, excellent and reproducible product quality with reduced operation cots. The needlelooms of the Stylus product family can process all fiber types. The needle looms are designed to suit the required output and speed by adjusting the number of the drive modules. Autefa’s needlepunch lines produce an even and homogenous lightweight fabric with outstanding technical performance in terms of tensile strength and evenness (MD/CD ratio). Needle punching lines are composed by several steps, like blending, carding, crosslapping and needling. The performances of such a line and the quality of the product in terms of appearance, evenness and mechanical characteristics depends on all steps. As a full line supplier, Autefa Solution has worked on all the different steps of the process to improve the performances and supply high quality line on all its components.

Autefa Solutions offers a complete range of nonwovens machinery, covering needlepunch lines, aerodynamic web forming, spunlace and thermobonding equipment. Application sectors range from hygiene and wipes through filtration, geotextiles, automotive, carpets, technical felts, wadding and insulation. In the premium nonwovens segment, Autefa Solutions is renowned for the quality, durability and performance of its technology for both forming and bonding processes, incorporating the famous brands Fehrer, FOR and Strahm. More information here: Autefa Solutions: Nonwovens

Posted: May 11, 2022

Source: Autefa Solutions Germany GmbH

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