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Messe Frankfurt launches brand events in Central Asia (c) Messe Frankfurt Group
16.02.2024

Messe Frankfurt launches brand events in Central Asia

Messe Frankfurt will extend its footprint in the Central Asian market by establishing seven brand events in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The country’s strategic location as a crossroads of Europe and Asia positions it as a promising trade gateway and transportation hub, facilitating the economic development of neighbouring countries and access to the wider region. The company’s stronger presence in the market will promote business opportunities and foster the sustainable development of pillar industries, including cosmetics, textiles and clothing, automotive, logistics and transportation.

Messe Frankfurt will extend its footprint in the Central Asian market by establishing seven brand events in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The country’s strategic location as a crossroads of Europe and Asia positions it as a promising trade gateway and transportation hub, facilitating the economic development of neighbouring countries and access to the wider region. The company’s stronger presence in the market will promote business opportunities and foster the sustainable development of pillar industries, including cosmetics, textiles and clothing, automotive, logistics and transportation.

Uzbekistan has a promising consumer market with significant potential. It is the largest in Central Asia and is expected to increase due to population growth, rising incomes and the modernisation of economic and industry sectors.
 
The nation has actively sought to diversify its economy in recent years, undertaking reforms for greater entrepreneurial freedom and opening up to more international and regional cooperation. The country already exports precious metals, textiles and agricultural produce. It imports machinery, equipment, means of transportation, and vehicle components from foreign trading partners. Attracting overseas investment is also apparent through incentives such as tax benefits, reduced import duties and simplified procedures for overseas investors.
 
In addition, shifting global supply chains and trading patterns could also drive opportunities in the region. The nation benefits from its geographical location owing to its position between Asia and Europe, to which the Uzbek Government recognises the prospects of investing in infrastructure, such as transportation and logistics, to create an efficient transit hub. Against this backdrop, China acknowledges the importance of developing routes along the Belt and Road while Europe has expressed a readiness to support Uzbekistan’s efforts to diversify transport corridors.

Line-up of shows include:

  • Automechanika Tashkent; Futuroad Expo Tashkent; and, Scalex Tashkent: 23 – 25 October 2024
  • Heimtextil Uzbekistan; Texworld Tashkent; and, Apparel Sourcing Tashkent: 6 – 8 November 2024
  • Beautyworld Central Asia: 21 – 23 November 2024
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Messe Frankfurt (HK) Limited

Heimtextil 2024 Foto: Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH / Pietro Sutera
15.01.2024

Heimtextil 2024 endet mit Ausstellerzuwachs und Besucherplus

Mit 46.000 Besucher*innen aus rund 130 Nationen an insgesamt vier Messetagen und dem Preview Day sowie 2.838 Ausstellern aus 60 Nationen endete die Heimtextil 2024 mit einem deutlichen Zuwachs im Vergleich zur Vorveranstaltung.

Mit dem Besucherplus überwand sie erschwerte Reisebedingungen aufgrund bundesweiter Bahnstreiks und regionaler Demonstrationen. Die Resonanz internationaler Einkäufer*innen auf das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs war überzeugend in Qualität und Vielfalt. Mit zahlreichen Talks, Tours und Workshops rückte die Heimtextil zwei der wichtigsten Zukunftsthemen in den Fokus: nachhaltiges Produzieren und Handeln sowie Künstliche Intelligenz.

Die Top-Ten-Ausstellerländer bildeten China, Indien, die Türkei, Pakistan, Italien, Deutschland, Spanien, Portugal, Großbritannien und die Niederlande. Ausstellerseitigen Zuwachs gab es aus Belgien, Bulgarien, China, Indien, Japan, Polen, Schweden, Tschechien, USA und Ägypten. Mehr Besucher*innen hingegen kamen aus China, Deutschland, Indien, Japan, Kroatien, Mazedonien, Pakistan, Slowakei und Zypern. Die Anzahl deutscher Fachbesucher*innen verzeichnete einen Anstieg um rund zehn Prozent.

Mit 46.000 Besucher*innen aus rund 130 Nationen an insgesamt vier Messetagen und dem Preview Day sowie 2.838 Ausstellern aus 60 Nationen endete die Heimtextil 2024 mit einem deutlichen Zuwachs im Vergleich zur Vorveranstaltung.

Mit dem Besucherplus überwand sie erschwerte Reisebedingungen aufgrund bundesweiter Bahnstreiks und regionaler Demonstrationen. Die Resonanz internationaler Einkäufer*innen auf das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs war überzeugend in Qualität und Vielfalt. Mit zahlreichen Talks, Tours und Workshops rückte die Heimtextil zwei der wichtigsten Zukunftsthemen in den Fokus: nachhaltiges Produzieren und Handeln sowie Künstliche Intelligenz.

Die Top-Ten-Ausstellerländer bildeten China, Indien, die Türkei, Pakistan, Italien, Deutschland, Spanien, Portugal, Großbritannien und die Niederlande. Ausstellerseitigen Zuwachs gab es aus Belgien, Bulgarien, China, Indien, Japan, Polen, Schweden, Tschechien, USA und Ägypten. Mehr Besucher*innen hingegen kamen aus China, Deutschland, Indien, Japan, Kroatien, Mazedonien, Pakistan, Slowakei und Zypern. Die Anzahl deutscher Fachbesucher*innen verzeichnete einen Anstieg um rund zehn Prozent.

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Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

Devan high cooling Photo: Devan Chemicals
09.01.2024

Devan Chemicals presents latest sustainable textile finishes at Heimtextil 2024

Devan will showcase the newest additions to their R-Vital NTL Range and Thermic High Cooling technology.

R-Vital® NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost their textiles with a range of active, natural ingredients that have a positive effect on the body and mind. Elements such as Chamomile oil and Arnica Montana are absorbed by the skin and have relaxing, moisturizing or hydrating effects. The biobased content of the R-Vital well-being technology is +97%, readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

R-Vital® NTL Regenight™: Devan and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics join forces to launch a ground-breaking technology, R-Vital NTL Regenight™, a technology which improves sleep quality and also improves nighttime skin recovery. Using an upcycled oil soluble fraction obtained from Australian Tea tree oil distillation process, Regenight™ acts through both inhalation to improve nighttime rest and through topical action to provide skin recovery.

Tested in real-life context using proven biometric technology, the dual action provided individually by Regenight™ proposes a breakthrough approach to reduce the impact of poor-quality sleep on the skin.

Devan will showcase the newest additions to their R-Vital NTL Range and Thermic High Cooling technology.

R-Vital® NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost their textiles with a range of active, natural ingredients that have a positive effect on the body and mind. Elements such as Chamomile oil and Arnica Montana are absorbed by the skin and have relaxing, moisturizing or hydrating effects. The biobased content of the R-Vital well-being technology is +97%, readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

R-Vital® NTL Regenight™: Devan and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics join forces to launch a ground-breaking technology, R-Vital NTL Regenight™, a technology which improves sleep quality and also improves nighttime skin recovery. Using an upcycled oil soluble fraction obtained from Australian Tea tree oil distillation process, Regenight™ acts through both inhalation to improve nighttime rest and through topical action to provide skin recovery.

Tested in real-life context using proven biometric technology, the dual action provided individually by Regenight™ proposes a breakthrough approach to reduce the impact of poor-quality sleep on the skin.

R-Vital® NTL Chamomile oil: Chamomile oil is known for its moisturizing and soothing properties. Additionally, this oil is believed to have antioxidant and inflammatory properties. Furthermore, chamomile oil is renowned for its calming effects and potential to reduce stress and anxiety, helping improve sleep quality.

R-Vital® NTL Warming: Engineered to deliver a gentle warmth, the R-Vital NTL Warming technology ensures a cozy and comfortable sleeping experience. This blend is a solution that infuses a sense of warmth, promoting physical and emotional well-being.

R-Vital NTL Arnica Montana: Harnessing the natural benefits of Arnica Montana, this ingredient, is celebrated for its potent healing and recovering properties.

At Heimtextil Devan will also present a new high cooling technology that provides an optimal and refreshing sleeping climate, ensuring a cool and restful night's sleep. Thermic High Cooling is based on reactive microencapsulated Phase Change Materials (PCMs). The smart heat exchange mechanism keeps the body within its comfort zone. This makes the body suffer less from night sweats, and results in a longer, healthier and more comfortable sleep with fewer awakenings. This new formulation with high cooling level and high solid content, presents around 30% more cooling than standard PCM formulations. One padding allows to achieve high cooling level (no need to run multiple applications). A Bio-based version is also available - Thermic® Bio, where the PCMs are derived from sustainable, natural sources.

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Devan Chemicals

Better sleep environment Photo Heiq Materials AG
28.12.2023

Biobased HeiQ technologies for better sleep at Heimtextil 2024

HeiQ’s biobased textile technologies are set to show how they can change the sleep environment for the better while meeting an increasing demand for sustainable solutions that are in tune with nature. HeiQ Skin Care, HeiQ Allergen* Tech, HeiQ Cool, and HeiQ Mint are going to be showcased at the Heimtextil show in Frankfurt beginning of January.

HeiQ presents a complete set of tailored textile technologies that is said to improve the sleeping environment: "Unlocking Better Sleep". Therefore, HeiQ introduces a range of innovative products designed to enhance the quality of a comfortable night’s rest through sustainable and biobased solutions.

HeiQ’s biobased textile technologies are set to show how they can change the sleep environment for the better while meeting an increasing demand for sustainable solutions that are in tune with nature. HeiQ Skin Care, HeiQ Allergen* Tech, HeiQ Cool, and HeiQ Mint are going to be showcased at the Heimtextil show in Frankfurt beginning of January.

HeiQ presents a complete set of tailored textile technologies that is said to improve the sleeping environment: "Unlocking Better Sleep". Therefore, HeiQ introduces a range of innovative products designed to enhance the quality of a comfortable night’s rest through sustainable and biobased solutions.

According to a recent study by the School of Architecture, Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand), “individuals spend more than 50% of their time at home in the bedroom”. Another research from the Fatigue Countermeasures Laboratory, NASA Ames Research Center (United States), concluded that “sleep is critical to health and daytime functioning. For individuals to achieve optimal sleep, they must have access to a sleep environment that allows them to achieve quality sleep.” These are strong indicators that we should treat sleep with the highest importance that it deserves.

The flagship products leading this positive change are the 100% biobased cosmetic technology HeiQ Skin Care, the plant-based deodorizer HeiQ Mint (botanical freshness), the dual action cooling solution HeiQ Cool, and HeiQ Allergen Tech that reduces exposure to inanimate allergens through active probiotics. These biobased innovations are set to redefine the sleep experience and contribute to overall well-being.

HeiQ Skin Care is the most recent addition to HeiQ’s portfolio - a synbiotic textile finish promoting a balanced microbiome for glowing skin. Unlike conventional products, HeiQ Skin Care utilizes pre- and probiotics integrated into a biobased matrix, offering long-lasting cosmetic benefits. It is particularly suited for products that are in direct and long contact with skin, such as pillowcases, duvet covers or bed sheets, acting as a cosmetic care session during sleep.

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Heiq Materials AG

Italien auf der Heimtextil Grafik ITA – Italian Trade Agency
12.12.2023

2022 goldenes Jahr für die italienische Textilindustrie

Italy at Heimtextil 2024- 29 Aussteller aus Italien werden über die ITA – Italian Trade Agency auf der Messe in den Hallen 4.2 sowie 3.0, 11.0 und 12.0 ausstellen. Unter anderem angetrieben durch die Nachfrage verbesserter Lebensstandards und innovativer Wohntrends, schreibt der internationale Markt für Heimtextilien positive Zahlen. Deutschland ist insbesondere für Bett-, Bad- und Tischtextilien ein führender Markt in Europa und nach ersten Schätzungen des BTE Handelsverbands stieg der Einzelhandelsumsatz mit Bekleidung - ohne Schuhe - als auch Heimtextilien 2023 um rund 5 % auf 67,3 Mrd. Euro.
 

Italy at Heimtextil 2024- 29 Aussteller aus Italien werden über die ITA – Italian Trade Agency auf der Messe in den Hallen 4.2 sowie 3.0, 11.0 und 12.0 ausstellen. Unter anderem angetrieben durch die Nachfrage verbesserter Lebensstandards und innovativer Wohntrends, schreibt der internationale Markt für Heimtextilien positive Zahlen. Deutschland ist insbesondere für Bett-, Bad- und Tischtextilien ein führender Markt in Europa und nach ersten Schätzungen des BTE Handelsverbands stieg der Einzelhandelsumsatz mit Bekleidung - ohne Schuhe - als auch Heimtextilien 2023 um rund 5 % auf 67,3 Mrd. Euro.
 
Die Textilindustrie in Italien erlebte 2022 ein goldenes Jahr: Nach Schätzungen des Centro Studi Confindustria schloss sie das Jahr mit einem Umsatz von rund 8,1 Mrd. Euro, was einem Zuwachs von 32,4 % gegenüber 2021 entspricht, ab. Die Exporte stiegen dabei auf fast 4,6 Mrd. Euro und verzeichneten so ein Plus von 31,9 %. Besondere Zunahme registrierte die Verarbeitung von Wolle, führend bei den in Italien hergestellten Textilien, gefolgt von Maschenwaren sowie Baumwollgewebe. Der Handelsbilanzüberschuss des Sektors wuchs verglichen zum Jahr 2021 um rund 400 Mio. Euro auf 2.190 Mio. Euro.

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ITA – Italian Trade Agency

Trevira CS at Heimtextil 2024 (c) Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany GmbH
04.12.2023

Trevira CS at Heimtextil 2024

The Trevira CS® brand will be presenting itself with 17 customers and partners as well as an innovative special exhibition at Heimtextil, which takes place in Frankfurt from January 9 to 12, 2024.

Trevira CS customers and partners will be exhibiting their flame retardant products and new collections for the home textiles and contract market at individual stands on the joint booth. Visitors can discover innovations in the areas of yarn production, woven and knitted fabrics and interior solar shading. The exhibitors at the Trevira CS stand will represent all textile applications with their products, from lightweight curtains to heavy upholstery fabrics. In addition to the yarn and fabric manufacturers, one exhibit is dedicated to presenting a traditional craft at the Trevira CS joint stand. The trimming maker Jende Manufaktur will be demonstrating the manufacture of trimmings from flame retardant, UV-stable, spun-dyed Trevira® yarns as well as from materials from the co-exhibiting yarn manufacturers.

The Trevira CS® brand will be presenting itself with 17 customers and partners as well as an innovative special exhibition at Heimtextil, which takes place in Frankfurt from January 9 to 12, 2024.

Trevira CS customers and partners will be exhibiting their flame retardant products and new collections for the home textiles and contract market at individual stands on the joint booth. Visitors can discover innovations in the areas of yarn production, woven and knitted fabrics and interior solar shading. The exhibitors at the Trevira CS stand will represent all textile applications with their products, from lightweight curtains to heavy upholstery fabrics. In addition to the yarn and fabric manufacturers, one exhibit is dedicated to presenting a traditional craft at the Trevira CS joint stand. The trimming maker Jende Manufaktur will be demonstrating the manufacture of trimmings from flame retardant, UV-stable, spun-dyed Trevira® yarns as well as from materials from the co-exhibiting yarn manufacturers.

The following Trevira CS customers and partners will be exhibiting a wide variety of flame retardant products at the joint stand in January:
Casalegno Tendaggi S.r.l., Chamatex SAS, F.lli Baroni s.r.l., FIDIVI Tessitura Vergnano S.p.A., Hoftex Färberei GmbH, Ilcat by Lei Tsu s.r.l., Jende Manufaktur GbR, Lodetex S.p.A., Mattes & Ammann GmbH & Co. KG, Mottura S.p.A., Pozzi Arturo S.p.A., PUGI R.G. S.R.L., Tessitura Mario Ghioldi & C. s.r.l., Tintoria Sala s.r.l., Torcitura Fibre Sintetiche S.p.A., Torcitura Padana S.p.A. and Wintex S.r.l..

The Trevira CS special showcase 2024 will be held under the motto #treviracsCore. The term "core" means core element / heart and is used in conjunction with a hashtag and another defining term in the digital media for a trend / lifestyle that people feel connected to and follow.

This time, the special show is about demonstrating what Trevira CS fabrics are capable of achieving in addition to their functionality and performance in the design of textile spaces. From a sustainably furnished lounge, to a luxurious interior or a casual outdoor area, to a cozy retreat.

For the design of the special show, all Trevira CS customers were invited to submit their latest Trevira CS products as part of the annual Trevira CS fabric competition. A total of well over 200 articles from more than 50 customers were available. This year's special show will also feature trimmings made from Trevira CS yarns.

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Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany GmbH

Margit Herberth
Margit Herberth
12.07.2023

Heimtextil: Margit Herberth neue Leitung für die Haustextilien

Personalwechsel bei der Heimtextil: Margit Herberth verantwortet ab 1. September 2023 das Segment der Haustextilien der Heimtextil und bildet gemeinsam mit Bettina Bär zukünftig die neue Doppelspitze der Leitmesse für Wohn- und Objekttextilien. Herberth, zuvor Marketingleitung Consumer Goods / Multimedia & Data bei der Messe Frankfurt, folgt auf Meike Kern, die nach 22 Jahren das Unternehmen aus eigenem Entschluss verlässt und eine neue berufliche Herausforderung annimmt.

Margit Herberth verantwortet künftig das Segment der Haustextilien und damit das Marken- und Private Label-Ausstellerangebot an Bettwaren, Bettwäsche, Badtextilien, Tisch- und Küchenwäsche, Matratzen, Schlafsystemen, Wohnaccessoires, Decken, Kissen sowie Maschinen für die Textilverarbeitung. Wichtige Aufgaben sind der weitere Ausbau der Content- und Rahmenprogramme im Bereich textiler Nachhaltigkeit sowie eine stärkere Internationalisierung der Heimtextil Conference Sleep & More.

Personalwechsel bei der Heimtextil: Margit Herberth verantwortet ab 1. September 2023 das Segment der Haustextilien der Heimtextil und bildet gemeinsam mit Bettina Bär zukünftig die neue Doppelspitze der Leitmesse für Wohn- und Objekttextilien. Herberth, zuvor Marketingleitung Consumer Goods / Multimedia & Data bei der Messe Frankfurt, folgt auf Meike Kern, die nach 22 Jahren das Unternehmen aus eigenem Entschluss verlässt und eine neue berufliche Herausforderung annimmt.

Margit Herberth verantwortet künftig das Segment der Haustextilien und damit das Marken- und Private Label-Ausstellerangebot an Bettwaren, Bettwäsche, Badtextilien, Tisch- und Küchenwäsche, Matratzen, Schlafsystemen, Wohnaccessoires, Decken, Kissen sowie Maschinen für die Textilverarbeitung. Wichtige Aufgaben sind der weitere Ausbau der Content- und Rahmenprogramme im Bereich textiler Nachhaltigkeit sowie eine stärkere Internationalisierung der Heimtextil Conference Sleep & More.

Herberth verfügt über mehr als zehnjährige Vertriebsexpertise als Senior Sales Managerin für die internationalen Konsumgütermessen Beautyworld, Hair & Beauty und Christmasworld der Messe Frankfurt. Seit 2018 leitete sie als Director Marketing Communications sämtliche Marketingaktivitäten für die Marken Paperworld, Christmasworld sowie Creativeworld und verantwortete die Gestaltung der globalen Brand-Kampagnen im Konsumgüterbereich, beispielsweise für die Beautyworld.

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Source:

Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

Foto: Messe Frankfurt / Pietro Sutera
16.03.2023

Heimtextil 2024 mit neuem Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs

Eine optimierte Hallenplanung und das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs erwarten die internationalen Besucher*innen und Aussteller 2024 auf der Heimtextil, der größten und internationalsten Fachmesse für Wohn- und Objekttextilien. Die Neuerungen seien direkt auf großes Interesse und positives Feedback aus dem Markt gestoßen, so die Messe Frankfurt. Für Aussteller bietet die Heimtextil bis zum 22. März 2023 einen Early-Booking-Preis.
 
2024 werden die Halle 3 und die neue Halle 5 werden mit ans Netz genommen. Die Halle 3 wird künftig die neuesten Kollektionen aus dem Segment Wall Decoration, Textile Technology, das internationale Angebot an Textil Designern und als Highlight die Heimtextil Trends 24/25 präsentieren. Window & Interior Decoration werden in der Hallenebene 3.1 verortet, Möbelstoffe in der Halle 4. In der Halle 5.1 wird das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs abgebildet. Die neue Halle ist direkt an der Via Mobile und am Übergang zur Halle 4 angebunden.

Eine optimierte Hallenplanung und das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs erwarten die internationalen Besucher*innen und Aussteller 2024 auf der Heimtextil, der größten und internationalsten Fachmesse für Wohn- und Objekttextilien. Die Neuerungen seien direkt auf großes Interesse und positives Feedback aus dem Markt gestoßen, so die Messe Frankfurt. Für Aussteller bietet die Heimtextil bis zum 22. März 2023 einen Early-Booking-Preis.
 
2024 werden die Halle 3 und die neue Halle 5 werden mit ans Netz genommen. Die Halle 3 wird künftig die neuesten Kollektionen aus dem Segment Wall Decoration, Textile Technology, das internationale Angebot an Textil Designern und als Highlight die Heimtextil Trends 24/25 präsentieren. Window & Interior Decoration werden in der Hallenebene 3.1 verortet, Möbelstoffe in der Halle 4. In der Halle 5.1 wird das neue Produktsegment Carpets & Rugs abgebildet. Die neue Halle ist direkt an der Via Mobile und am Übergang zur Halle 4 angebunden.

Der 2023 eingeführte Produktbereich Fibres & Yarns für Deko- und Möbelstoffe wird ausgebaut und neben Interior.Architecture.Hospitality und Decorative & Furniture Fabrics wieder in der Halle 4.0 präsentiert. Besucher können auch zur Heimtextil 2024 weiter auf das Angebot von Smart Bedding, Beautiful Living, Bed & Bath Fashion, Asian Excellence und Asian Selection setzen. Die Hallen 10, 11 und 12 im Westgelände der Messe Frankfurt stehen zum Saisonauftakt wieder für deutsche und internationale Einkäufer*innen zur Verfügung.
 
Die Heimtextil 2024 erweitert das Portfolio um ein eigenes Produktsegment für Teppiche. Der Bereich Carpets & Rugs ist in der neuen Messehalle 5.1 zu finden. Präsentiert werden abgepasste, handgefertigte und maßangefertigte Teppiche, maschinell hergestellte Webteppiche, Matten und Sauberlaufsysteme sowie Läufer und Brücken. Abgepasste Teppiche wurden von den Herstellern bisher in unterschiedlichen Hallen präsentiert. Ab 2024 wird das Angebot dauerhaft im jährlichen Rhythmus in einem eigenen Segment zusammengefasst. Der Bereich zielt auf den internationalen Großhandel ebenso wie Bau- und Heimwerkermärkte, den Möbelhandel und Einrichtungshäuser sowie den spezialisierten Fachhandel.

„Mit der Präsentation von Teppichen in einem separaten Produktsegment schaffen wir für relevante Einkäufer*innen einen zusätzlichen Mehrwert. Diese finden Aussteller von abgepassten Teppichen zukünftig kompakt und zentral gebündelt in der neuen Messehalle 5.1. Das Angebot von textilen Bodenbelägen wird optimal in das bestehende textile Umfeld auf der Heimtextil integriert. Der neue Bereich erfährt bereits große Aufmerksamkeit. Die vergangenen Monate waren geprägt von vielfältigen Gesprächen mit Unternehmen, potenziellen Besucher*innen, Verbänden und Verlagen – von allen haben wir durchweg positives Feedback für unsere Entscheidung bekommen. Wir freuen uns, dass wir mit diesem verlässlichen jährlichen Angebot auf den Wunsch der Branche eingehen können“, so Bettina Bär, Director Heimtextil.

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Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

(c) Devan Chemicals NV
03.01.2023

Devan launches new allergen control technology at Heimtextil

Belgian textile innovator Devan Chemicals will launch Purissimo® NTL, a biobased and readily biodegradable allergen control technology, at the upcoming Heimtextil trade show in Frankfurt (January 10-13, 2023). It is based on probiotic encapsulation technology and can be applied to textiles during the finishing stage of the textile manufacturing process. Purissimo® NTL cleans up pet dander, pollen and house dust mite allergens in textiles throughout the home.

Purissimo® NTL is based on Devan’s already well-established probiotics, incorporated into a new microcapsule shell. The shell is based on a natural crosslinked biobased polymer, which results in microcapsules that are up to 97% biobased and readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

Belgian textile innovator Devan Chemicals will launch Purissimo® NTL, a biobased and readily biodegradable allergen control technology, at the upcoming Heimtextil trade show in Frankfurt (January 10-13, 2023). It is based on probiotic encapsulation technology and can be applied to textiles during the finishing stage of the textile manufacturing process. Purissimo® NTL cleans up pet dander, pollen and house dust mite allergens in textiles throughout the home.

Purissimo® NTL is based on Devan’s already well-established probiotics, incorporated into a new microcapsule shell. The shell is based on a natural crosslinked biobased polymer, which results in microcapsules that are up to 97% biobased and readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

Firstly, dormant probiotic bacteria (spores) are encapsulated. The microcapsule product is then integrated into textiles. Friction opens the capsules and releases the spores. The spores absorb humidity, self-activate and start to multiply. The probiotic bacteria start to consume the allergens that cause allergic reactions and asthma. Due to lower allergen concentration, individuals with respiratory allergies such as house dust mite matter, pet allergens and pollen allergens will have milder to no symptoms and hence a better well-being feeling.

Purissimo® NTL can be used on a wide range of textiles such as mattresses, pillows, bedcovers, blankets but also upholstered furniture, carpets, curtains and public transportation and pet items, such as bedding. It is Oeko-tex® compliant, has a long-lasting effect and a wash durability up to 30 washes is achievable.

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Devan Chemicals NV

(c) HeiQ
16.12.2022

HeiQ introduces new technologies to promote better sleep quality

HeiQ will present a host of innovative technologies to battle those enemies of sleep represented by heat, odor, and inanimate allergens, thereby addressing one of the most underrated elements that hinder a healthy life: a good night’s sleep.

HeiQ has developed technologies that promote better sleep quality for all:

HeiQ will present a host of innovative technologies to battle those enemies of sleep represented by heat, odor, and inanimate allergens, thereby addressing one of the most underrated elements that hinder a healthy life: a good night’s sleep.

HeiQ has developed technologies that promote better sleep quality for all:

  • HeiQ Cool - one of the first textile technologies to deliver both instant contact cooling and continuous evaporative cooling for optimal well-being during sleep.
  • HeiQ Mint - a plant-based deodorizer that controls odor development on textiles, providing fabrics with a long-lasting odor control capability that keeps textiles smelling fresh for longer.
  • HeiQ Allergen* Tech - a 100% biobased, proprietary technology that reduces exposure to allergens such as house dust mite matter, and pet allergens with the help of active probiotics. The technology is tested and certified by an accredited lab, BMA Labor in Bochum, Germany, and has been granted the Allergy UK Seal of Approval by The British Allergy Foundation.

These effective ingredients are already being applied to final products by HeiQ’s partners. Among them are Trendsetter/John Lewis pillows, duvets, and mattress protectors (with HeiQ Cool & HeiQ Allergen Tech), Trident Jiva Hypoallergenic bed linen (with HeiQ Allergen Tech), Belfama shower towels (with HeiQ Mint), and Lameirinho bed linen/bed sheets (with HeiQ Allergen Tech).

The above mentioned and HeiQ will showcase their new products at Heimtextil 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, 10- 13 January 2023.

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HeiQ Materials AG

Grafik Trevira CS
08.12.2022

Trevira CS at the Heimtextil Trade Fair 2023

  • Trevira CS Joint Booth with 16 Partners
  • Sustainability Presentation: Path of Sustainability
  • Special Exhibition: TEXTILE TALENTS by Trevira CS

The Trevira CS® brand presents itself together with 16 top customers and partners, an exciting special exhibition, and a sustainability presentation at Heimtextil in Frankfurt from 10 to 13 January 2023. The joint booth covers an area of over 1,400 m².

Visitors can find out about innovations in the fields of yarn production, woven and knitted fabrics and interior solar shading. Once again this year, the exhibitors on the Trevira CS stand will cover all textile applications with their flame retardant product for the home textile and contract market, from light curtains to heavy upholstery fabrics.

  • Trevira CS Joint Booth with 16 Partners
  • Sustainability Presentation: Path of Sustainability
  • Special Exhibition: TEXTILE TALENTS by Trevira CS

The Trevira CS® brand presents itself together with 16 top customers and partners, an exciting special exhibition, and a sustainability presentation at Heimtextil in Frankfurt from 10 to 13 January 2023. The joint booth covers an area of over 1,400 m².

Visitors can find out about innovations in the fields of yarn production, woven and knitted fabrics and interior solar shading. Once again this year, the exhibitors on the Trevira CS stand will cover all textile applications with their flame retardant product for the home textile and contract market, from light curtains to heavy upholstery fabrics.

The following Trevira CS customers and partners will be exhibiting:
Chamatex SAS, F.lli Baroni s.r.l., FIDIVI Tessitura Vergnano S.p.A., Hoftex Färberei GmbH, Ilcat by Lei Tsu s.r.l., Lodetex S.p.A., Lonfil S.r.l., Mattes & Ammann GmbH & Co. KG, Mottura S.p.A., Pozzi Arturo S.p.A., PUGI R.G. S.R.L., Tessitura Mario Ghioldi & C. s.r.l., Tintoria Sala s.r.l., Torcitura Fibre Sintetiche S.p.A., Torcitura Padana S.p.A., Vlnap a.s., Wagenfelder Spinnereien GmbH and Wintex S.r.l.

The presentations on the Trevira CS brand will focus on 2 topics. One revolves around information on sustainability: The Path of Sustainability presentation will give visitors detailed information about the various sustainability aspects of the Trevira CS brand. The information chain will deal with Trevira CS technology, particularly sustainable product variants, the longevity of the textiles, the Trevira CS eco brand for flame retardant fabrics with recycled content, and the take-back program for Trevira CS fabrics. At the end of the chain, a prototype of a new product development will be presented, giving insight into the brand’s future sustainable development opportunities.

Once again, there will also be a special exhibition. The focus here will be on showcasing the special additional functions and properties that Trevira CS fabrics offer in addition to their flame retardancy. Visitors can look forward to a special staging: It’s showtime for the TEXTILE TALENTS by Trevira CS!

For the design of the special exhibition, all Trevira CS customers were invited to submit their latest Trevira CS products, distinguished by additional functions and/or special features, to the annual Trevira CS Fabric Competition. 227 products from 50 customers were submitted, from which about 150 were selected for the special exhibition. Several thousand meters of yarn will also be used in this year's special show.

Source:

Trevira GmbH

Foto: Messe Frankfurt
01.12.2022

Auftakt für Heimtextil Materialbibliothek: Interior.Architecture.Hospitality LIBRARY

Die Produktauswahl für die Interior.Architecture.Hospitality LIBRARY steht fest. Am 30. November 2022 hat die Jury über die in der LIBRARY ausgestellten Funktionstextilien auf der Heimtextil 2023 entschieden. 85 Aussteller wurden aus einer hohen Anzahl an Einreichungen ausgewählt, um ihre Produkte in der aufwendig inszenierten LIBRARY in Halle 4.0 zu präsentieren. Die Textilien werden mit dem Namen des Herstellers und der Standnummer gekennzeichnet.

Die neue Ausgabe der Materialbibliothek für Funktionstextilien stellt 2023 die Eigenschaften „schwer entflammbar“, „schalldämmend“, „lichtbeständig“, „antimikrobiell“ und „wasserabweisend“ in den Fokus. Neben der Funktionalität wurden ebenfalls das Design und die Innovation bei der Auswahl berücksichtigt. Mit Gerhard Sperling, Verband der Deutschen Heimtextilien-Industrie e.V., Jasmin Grego, GREGO Jasmin Grego & Stephanie Kühnle Architektur GmbH und Felix Diener, Marburger Tapetenfabrik, werden die Expertise eines Textilingenieurs und zweier Anwendungsexpert*innen in der Jury vereint.

Die Produktauswahl für die Interior.Architecture.Hospitality LIBRARY steht fest. Am 30. November 2022 hat die Jury über die in der LIBRARY ausgestellten Funktionstextilien auf der Heimtextil 2023 entschieden. 85 Aussteller wurden aus einer hohen Anzahl an Einreichungen ausgewählt, um ihre Produkte in der aufwendig inszenierten LIBRARY in Halle 4.0 zu präsentieren. Die Textilien werden mit dem Namen des Herstellers und der Standnummer gekennzeichnet.

Die neue Ausgabe der Materialbibliothek für Funktionstextilien stellt 2023 die Eigenschaften „schwer entflammbar“, „schalldämmend“, „lichtbeständig“, „antimikrobiell“ und „wasserabweisend“ in den Fokus. Neben der Funktionalität wurden ebenfalls das Design und die Innovation bei der Auswahl berücksichtigt. Mit Gerhard Sperling, Verband der Deutschen Heimtextilien-Industrie e.V., Jasmin Grego, GREGO Jasmin Grego & Stephanie Kühnle Architektur GmbH und Felix Diener, Marburger Tapetenfabrik, werden die Expertise eines Textilingenieurs und zweier Anwendungsexpert*innen in der Jury vereint.

„Die Interior.Architecture.Hospitality LIBRARY verschafft Besucher*innen gezielt Orientierung über alle fünf Funktionskategorien hinweg. Textilien müssen unbedingt dreidimensional erfahrbar sein, um sie im Licht live erleben zu können und mit ihren Innovationen kreativ anzuregen“, sagt Felix Diener.
Jasmin Grego erklärt: „Vergleichsmöglichkeiten zwischen Produkten zu kreieren, sehe ich als eine klare Stärke der LIBRARY-Sonderschau an. Kuratierte Einreichungen nebeneinander inszeniert zu erleben, zeigt die Bandbreite haptisch-materieller Ausgestaltungen bei gleicher Funktionalität. So wird auch Unerwartetes greifbar.“
„Entscheidend sind feststehende DIN-, EN- bzw. ISO-Normen – diese Klassifikationen bieten (Innen-)Architekt*innen technisch-funktionale Orientierung mit Tiefe: Normen sagen nicht nur aus, ob Textilien beispielsweise wasserabweisend oder lichtbeständig sind, sondern vor allem wie wasserresistent oder wie lichtecht die Stoffbeschaffenheit im
Vergleich genau ist“, fasst Gerhard Sperling zusammen.

Besucher*innen können die LIBRARY auf der Heimtextil vom 10. bis 13. Januar in Halle 4.0 live erleben. In der Mitte von Ausstellern von Decorative & Furniture Fabrics und Fibres & Yarns bietet sie für das Publikum aus dem Objektbereich einen optimalen Anlaufpunkt. Einen tieferen Einblick und Austausch ermöglichen die von den Kuratoren an den ersten beiden Messetagen angebotenen LIBRARY TOURS.

Online steht die LIBRARY das ganze Jahr unter www.textile-library.com zur Verfügung und ermöglicht einen gefilterten Überblick über die kuratierten Produkte mit unterschiedlichen Funktions- und Anwendungsprofilen.

Source:

Messe Frankfurt

13.09.2022

Heimtextil, Techtextil und Texprocess mit neuem Führungsteam

Die Textilmessen Heimtextil, Techtextil und Texprocess der Messe Frankfurt starten zukünftig unter neuer Leitung. Bettina Bär verantwortet ab dem 15. September 2022 die Leitung des Segments Heimtextilien der Heimtextil. Meike Kern ist in der Doppelspitze der internationalen Messe für Wohn- und Objekttextilien weiterhin für das Segment Haustextilien zuständig. Bettina Bär folgt auf Sabine Scharrer, die künftig die Position als Show Director der internationalen Leitmessen Techtextil und Texprocess und das Brandmanagement übernimmt. Sie folgt damit auf Michael Jänecke, der nach über 30 Jahren bei der Messe Frankfurt am 1. Januar 2023 in den Ruhestand geht. Seit 1992 leitete er die Techtextil, 2013 übernahm er zusätzlich die Funktion als Show Director der Texprocess.

Die Textilmessen Heimtextil, Techtextil und Texprocess der Messe Frankfurt starten zukünftig unter neuer Leitung. Bettina Bär verantwortet ab dem 15. September 2022 die Leitung des Segments Heimtextilien der Heimtextil. Meike Kern ist in der Doppelspitze der internationalen Messe für Wohn- und Objekttextilien weiterhin für das Segment Haustextilien zuständig. Bettina Bär folgt auf Sabine Scharrer, die künftig die Position als Show Director der internationalen Leitmessen Techtextil und Texprocess und das Brandmanagement übernimmt. Sie folgt damit auf Michael Jänecke, der nach über 30 Jahren bei der Messe Frankfurt am 1. Januar 2023 in den Ruhestand geht. Seit 1992 leitete er die Techtextil, 2013 übernahm er zusätzlich die Funktion als Show Director der Texprocess.

Die Leitmessen für technische Textilien und Vliesstoffe sowie für die Verarbeitung von textilen und flexiblen Materialien, Techtextil und Texprocess, stehen ab dem 1. Januar 2023 unter Leitung von Sabine Scharrer. Seit 1996 ist Sabine Scharrer bei der Messe Frankfurt und arbeitete unter anderem für die technischen Auslandsmessen des Unternehmens sowie als Leitung von Konsumgütermessen, darunter die Ambiente. In ihrer neuen Rolle als Leitung der Techtextil und Texprocess möchte sie die Leitmessen in Zusammenarbeit mit den Branchenpartnern weiter international ausbauen und dabei die weltweiten Synergien der Brandveranstaltungen der Messe Frankfurt im Bereich Technical Textiles und Textile Technology heben.

Bettina Bär übernimmt ab dem 15. September die Leitung des Segments Heimtextilien der Heimtextil. Bettina Bär ist seit 2012 bei der Messe Frankfurt. In dieser Zeit fungierte sie unter anderem als Show Director im Segment der Konsumgütermessen sowie zuletzt als Show Director der Neonyt; die Messe für Mode, Nachhaltigkeit und Innovationen. Zukünftig möchte sie die Heimtextil mit neuen Ideen voranbringen, relevante Marktsegmente, darunter der Bereich Interior, Architecture und Hospitality, stärken und nachhaltige Lösungen fördern.

 

Source:

Messe Frankfurt

Grafik: Franklin Till
01.09.2022

Kreislaufwirtschaft auf der Heimtextil: Textiles Matter

Die Heimtextil Trend Preview 23/24 präsentierte zu Herbstbeginn Designkonzepte und Inspirationen für die textile Einrichtungsbranche. Mit „Textiles Matter“ will die Heimtextil 2023 Maßstäbe für die zukunftsorientierte und nachhaltige textile Einrichtung von morgen setzen.
 
Mit konzentrierter Analyse und Fachexpertise untersucht der Trend Council der Heimtextil, bestehend aus dem Studio FranklinTill (London), dem Stijlinstituut Amsterdam und der dänischen Agentur SPOTT Trends & Business, die Zukunft für den nationalen und internationalen Markt. Nachhaltigkeit und Kreislaufwirtschaft stehen dabei so stark wie nie zuvor im Fokus und setzen den Trend für die Saison 23/24.
 

Die Heimtextil Trend Preview 23/24 präsentierte zu Herbstbeginn Designkonzepte und Inspirationen für die textile Einrichtungsbranche. Mit „Textiles Matter“ will die Heimtextil 2023 Maßstäbe für die zukunftsorientierte und nachhaltige textile Einrichtung von morgen setzen.
 
Mit konzentrierter Analyse und Fachexpertise untersucht der Trend Council der Heimtextil, bestehend aus dem Studio FranklinTill (London), dem Stijlinstituut Amsterdam und der dänischen Agentur SPOTT Trends & Business, die Zukunft für den nationalen und internationalen Markt. Nachhaltigkeit und Kreislaufwirtschaft stehen dabei so stark wie nie zuvor im Fokus und setzen den Trend für die Saison 23/24.
 
Textilien sind aus dem Alltag nicht mehr wegzudenken. So vielfältig die Ansprüche der Nutzer*innen sind, so vielfältige sind auch die Einsatzzwecke der Materialien und ihre Herstellung. Dies stellt die internationale Industrie vor eine große Herausforderung. Die Textilindustrie bezieht ihre Rohstoffe aus vielen Quellen und nutzt zahlreiche Verfahren zur Herstellung einer unbegrenzten Vielfalt von Produkten. Dies bietet großes Potenzial für eine nachhaltige Weiterentwicklung. Die Heimtextil Trends zeigen Möglichkeiten auf, dieses Potenzial zu nutzen und nachhaltige Entwicklung zu fördern. Unter dem Motto „Textiles Matter“ werden Ansätze der Kreislaufwirtschaft vorgestellt, die dem Markt Impulse für eine nachhaltige Entwicklung liefern.
 
"In Anbetracht des ökologischen Notstands, in dem wir uns derzeit befinden, steht die Textilindustrie in der Verantwortung, ihre Prozesse zu überprüfen und zum Besseren zu verändern. Aus diesem Grund verfolgen wir bei dieser Ausgabe der Heimtextil Trends einen materialorientierten Ansatz und konzentrieren uns auf die Beschaffung, das Design und die Nachhaltigkeit von Materialien. Textiles Matter zeigt das Potenzial der Kreislaufwirtschaft auf und würdigt Designinitiativen, die schön, relevant und vor allem nachhaltig sind", erklärt Marta Giralt Dunjó von FranklinTill.
 
Anorganische Materialien wie Nylon, Polyester, Kunststoffe oder Metalle können im technischen Kreislauf ohne Qualitätsverlust recycelt und wiederverwendet werden. Organische Materialien wie Leinen oder Bast werden im biologischen Kreislauf wieder in die Natur zurückgeführt. Die vier Trend-Themen „Make and Remake“, „Continuous“, „From Earth“ und „Nature Engineered“ leiten sich daraus ab.
 
Make and Remake
Gebrauchte Materialien, Altbestände oder Stoffreste erhalten ein neues Leben. Dabei rückt die Ästhetik des Reparierens in den Fokus und wird als gezieltes Designelement des recycelten Produkts eingesetzt. Mit hellen und fröhlichen Farben und Techniken wie Überdrucken, Überfärben, Bricolage, Collage oder Patchwork entstehen neue und kreative Produkte. Überlagerte Farbmuster und Grafiken führen zu gewagten und maximalistischen, zugleich bewussten Designs.
 
Continuous
Das Trend-Thema Continuous beschreibt geschlossene Kreisläufe, in denen Materialien immer wieder zu neuen, abfallfreien Produkten recycelt werden. Vermeintliche Abfallstoffe werden getrennt und zu neuen Fasern, Verbundwerkstoffen und Textilien wiederaufbereitet. Synthetische sowie zellulosehaltige Garne werden somit abfallfrei produziert. Dank technisch fortgeschrittener Rückgewinnungsverfahren behalten die Materialien ihre ursprüngliche Qualität und Ästhetik. Zweckmäßigkeit, Minimalismus und Langlebigkeit bestimmen das Design der Continuous Produkte.

From Earth
Hier stehen die Natürlichkeit und der Einklang mit der Natur der organischen Materialien im Mittelpunkt. Natürliche Färbungen vermitteln Wärme und Weichheit. Unvollkommene Texturen, Abnutzungen und Unregelmäßigkeiten präsentieren eine ökologische und erdverbundene Ästhetik. Erdige und botanische Farbtöne, natürliche Variationen und haptischer Reichtum dominieren den Bereich From Earth. Unbearbeitete und rohe Oberflächen sowie ungebleichte Textilien, natürliche Farbstoffe betonen die Materialien in ihrem ursprünglichen Zustand.
 
Nature Engineered
Natürlichkeit wird neu interpretiert. Nature Engineered wertet organische Materialien wie Bast, Hanf, Leinen und Nesseln mit mechanischen Mitteln auf und perfektioniert diese. Modernste Techniken bereiten natürliche Textilien zu anspruchsvollen und intelligenten Produkten auf. Klare Linien und Formen, kombiniert mit weichen Beige- und Brauntönen kennzeichnen dieses Thema.
 
Die nachhaltigen und zukunftsweisenden Trends werden im Trend Space der Heimtextil, vom 10. bis 13. Januar 2023 in Frankfurt, inszeniert.

Source:

Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

Graphic DNFI
19.06.2022

DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award Ceremony During Heimtextil

Natural fibers are among the most important raw materials in the textile and fashion industry worldwide. For centuries, they have fed millions of people through their cultivation or breeding, and it is impossible to imagine daily life without them. Especially at the moment, natural fibers are gaining special importance due to the intense discussions about sustainable living. Even though natural fibers have accompanied mankind for a long time, they are changeable, technical, and adaptable to the challenges of the textile industry.

The Discover Natural Fibres Initiative (DNFI) is celebrating natural fibres in a program to be conducted during Heimtextil in Frankfurt on 23 June. Anyone with an interest in the role of natural fibres in the world economy, economic indicators of textile activity, innovations in natural fibre research, and updates on proposed EU legislation affecting textiles is welcome to attend.

The program will include various presentations by the previous and current award winners, presentations, and discussions:

Overview of world natural fibre production, employment, and value,

Natural fibers are among the most important raw materials in the textile and fashion industry worldwide. For centuries, they have fed millions of people through their cultivation or breeding, and it is impossible to imagine daily life without them. Especially at the moment, natural fibers are gaining special importance due to the intense discussions about sustainable living. Even though natural fibers have accompanied mankind for a long time, they are changeable, technical, and adaptable to the challenges of the textile industry.

The Discover Natural Fibres Initiative (DNFI) is celebrating natural fibres in a program to be conducted during Heimtextil in Frankfurt on 23 June. Anyone with an interest in the role of natural fibres in the world economy, economic indicators of textile activity, innovations in natural fibre research, and updates on proposed EU legislation affecting textiles is welcome to attend.

The program will include various presentations by the previous and current award winners, presentations, and discussions:

Overview of world natural fibre production, employment, and value,

  • Economic indicators and impacts of coronavirus on textile industries,
  • Updates on innovative uses of natural fibres:
  • Use of wool in automobile insulation applications for enhanced sustainability,
  • Using cellulose from cotton to produce a biodegradable plastic substitute,
  • Manufacturing waterproof fabric from a blend of cotton and jute as sustainable
  • Substitute for polypropylene tarps
  • Proposed EU textile legislation and potential impacts on natural fibres
More information:
DNFI DNFI award Heimtextil
Source:

DNFI

Photo: Devan Chemicals NV
15.06.2022

Devan expands cooling technology range

At Heimtextil Frankfurt 2022, Devan, will launch novel technologies to the Home Textiles market. The first innovation is a range of bio-based and biodegradable microcapsules. With increased sustainability and circularity requirements in Europe and beyond, Devan is pushing the limits further of its encapsulation methods, also in terms of wash durability. The capsules are biodegradable and hence no harm for risk of microplastics. The new R-Vital NTL range includes evergreen Aloe Vera, waste-material based avocado seed oil with very high hydration abilities! and Vitamine E.

Devan, as part of the Pulcra Chemicals Group, co-launches the new Pulcra TEC-SU, a new biobased C0 DWR. This hydrophobic agent has a bio-content above 60% and contains no APEO or formaldehyde. It keeps performing very good after multiple washings.

At Heimtextil Frankfurt 2022, Devan, will launch novel technologies to the Home Textiles market. The first innovation is a range of bio-based and biodegradable microcapsules. With increased sustainability and circularity requirements in Europe and beyond, Devan is pushing the limits further of its encapsulation methods, also in terms of wash durability. The capsules are biodegradable and hence no harm for risk of microplastics. The new R-Vital NTL range includes evergreen Aloe Vera, waste-material based avocado seed oil with very high hydration abilities! and Vitamine E.

Devan, as part of the Pulcra Chemicals Group, co-launches the new Pulcra TEC-SU, a new biobased C0 DWR. This hydrophobic agent has a bio-content above 60% and contains no APEO or formaldehyde. It keeps performing very good after multiple washings.

The Devan bio-based thermoregulation range, like Tones of Cool Bio which is already several years on the market, is having a positive effect on carbon footprint. Devan is now expanding its cooling range with a specific foam-solution. In the Home Textile industry new (bio)foam types are introduced the last 1,5 years to comply with the EU GreenDeal and circularity / recycling requirements. A good enough reason for Devan to develop a foam-specific cooling system. After all, research shows that our bedroom interiors get warmer every year, partly due to better insulation but also due to global warming. On top of that Devan thermoregulation solutions can save Energy and Water during application: low curing solutions are available next to cooling products to that can be applied, using less water.

 

Source:

Devan Chemicals NV

14.06.2022

Members of TMAS at Texprocess, Techtextil and Heimtextil in Frankfurt

ACG Nyström, a member of TMAS, the Swedish textile machinery association, will demonstrate the automated Talon 75 multi-ply cutter at the forthcoming Texprocess exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany, from June 21-24.

The Talon 75 is capable of cutting up to 7.5cm of compressed materials common to the sewn products and technical textiles industries. The machine is engineered to automatically pull stacked material plies from the spreading table to a modular, bristle-block conveyor bed for reciprocating knife cutting of patterns. Precise system operations with state-of-the-art motion control communications offer an industrial-strength solution.

Industry 4.0 ready
Eastman’s Talon multi-ply cutting systems are Industry 4.0 ready and equipped with the latest in condition based predictive maintenance technology. Their robust design utilises motors and amplifiers that automatically detect changes in critical components to notify operators well in advance of maintenance prompts. Also on display in Frankfurt will be Eastman’s ES-960, a material spreader capable of fast and easy spreading heights up to 20cm.

ACG Nyström, a member of TMAS, the Swedish textile machinery association, will demonstrate the automated Talon 75 multi-ply cutter at the forthcoming Texprocess exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany, from June 21-24.

The Talon 75 is capable of cutting up to 7.5cm of compressed materials common to the sewn products and technical textiles industries. The machine is engineered to automatically pull stacked material plies from the spreading table to a modular, bristle-block conveyor bed for reciprocating knife cutting of patterns. Precise system operations with state-of-the-art motion control communications offer an industrial-strength solution.

Industry 4.0 ready
Eastman’s Talon multi-ply cutting systems are Industry 4.0 ready and equipped with the latest in condition based predictive maintenance technology. Their robust design utilises motors and amplifiers that automatically detect changes in critical components to notify operators well in advance of maintenance prompts. Also on display in Frankfurt will be Eastman’s ES-960, a material spreader capable of fast and easy spreading heights up to 20cm.

Members of TMAS will be showcasing a range of solutions aligning with the growing trend for more localised and automated textile manufacturing at the forthcoming Texprocess, Techtextil and Heimtextil shows which are all taking place in Frankfurt from June 21-24.

Source:

TMAS / AWOL Media

05.05.2022

Monforts at Techtextil showcasing its finishing and coating technologies

The Techtextil and Heimtextil Summer Special exhibitions, taking place together in Frankfurt from June 21-24, represent an opportunity for Monforts to showcase its finishing and coating technologies for two of its major markets – especially at a time when energy prices continue to soar for textile manufacturers in Europe.

Existing customers of Monforts include many manufacturers in the field of home textiles, as well as those making geotextiles, automotive fabrics and other functional materials – all of whom will be well represented in Frankfurt this June. Dedicated Montex lines have also been supplied to producers of airbags, flame retardant barrier fabrics and spacer fabrics, as well as high-temperature filter materials.

The Techtextil and Heimtextil Summer Special exhibitions, taking place together in Frankfurt from June 21-24, represent an opportunity for Monforts to showcase its finishing and coating technologies for two of its major markets – especially at a time when energy prices continue to soar for textile manufacturers in Europe.

Existing customers of Monforts include many manufacturers in the field of home textiles, as well as those making geotextiles, automotive fabrics and other functional materials – all of whom will be well represented in Frankfurt this June. Dedicated Montex lines have also been supplied to producers of airbags, flame retardant barrier fabrics and spacer fabrics, as well as high-temperature filter materials.

Energy prices are rising steeply everywhere and a particular emphasis for Monforts in Frankfurt will be on the energy and heat recovery that can be achieved with Montex stenters, through features such as better insulation of the treatment chambers or the MonforClean system, in which waste heat from the drying process is used to pre-heat the drying air resulting in a radical reduction in the conventional heat supply required compared to gas and thermal oil heating. The modular system for heat recovery can also be extended for exhaust air cleaning and odour elimination. Monforts can provide a range of further resource-saving and energy recovery options tailored to each individual line installation including modification of the heating source.

With the Qualitex 800 visualization software, all article-specific settings can be stored and the formulations for thousands of treatment processes called up again at any time. Individual operators can also personalise their dashboards with the most important machine functions and process parameters.

The Qualitex 800 system is available for the automatic and continuous operation of the company’s Montex stenters, as well as its Thermex continuous dyeing ranges, Monfortex shrinking systems and Montex®Coat coating units.

Monforts Montex®Coat coating units serve an equally diverse number of markets, including tents, tarpaulins and awnings, black-out roller blinds and sail cloth, automotive interior fabrics and medical disposables. Full PVC coatings, pigment dyeing or minimal application surface and low penetration treatments and solvent coatings (in explosion-proof conditions) with knife coating, roller coating or screen printing can all be accommodated with this system.

All of these very different materials require coating and finishing for maximum efficiency, using Monforts technologies which provide the ultimate in flexibility and the ability to switch quickly from one fabric run to the next, without compromising on the economical use of energy or raw materials.

The Monforts EcoApplicator offers further potential for sustainably achieving perfect finishes via a precise direct application system, as an alternative to conventional padding – where fabrics are immersed in a bath of the required finishing chemicals. It can significantly further reduce the energy and water required and finishes can be applied on just one side of the fabric, or both, and even separately on each side, to be sealed in place via different heating zones in the stenter.

Source:

A. Monforts Textilmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG / AWOL Media

Graphik: Trevira GmbH
29.04.2022

Trevira CS at the Heimtextil Summer Special

The Trevira CS brand will be presented at Heimtextil 2022. This year the trade fair will be held as a one-time Summer Special from 21 to 24 June in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The booth will feature more than 200 fascinating, versatile, flame retardant Trevira CS fabrics.

These will be displayed in the Long Stay Apartment installation. Changing lifestyles, living and working arrangements as well as the housing shortage in countless large cities mean the Long Stay Apartment segment of the hospitality sector has experienced exponential growth, becoming ever more important. For this reason, it is the focus of this year’s Trevira CS booth. The presentation of the “Long Stay Apartment by Trevira CS” is intended to familiarise visitors – particularly interior architects, designers and furnishers – with the trendsetting, innovative uses of Trevira CS fabrics in the contract sector.

The Trevira CS brand will be presented at Heimtextil 2022. This year the trade fair will be held as a one-time Summer Special from 21 to 24 June in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The booth will feature more than 200 fascinating, versatile, flame retardant Trevira CS fabrics.

These will be displayed in the Long Stay Apartment installation. Changing lifestyles, living and working arrangements as well as the housing shortage in countless large cities mean the Long Stay Apartment segment of the hospitality sector has experienced exponential growth, becoming ever more important. For this reason, it is the focus of this year’s Trevira CS booth. The presentation of the “Long Stay Apartment by Trevira CS” is intended to familiarise visitors – particularly interior architects, designers and furnishers – with the trendsetting, innovative uses of Trevira CS fabrics in the contract sector.

For the design of the apartment installation, the traditional Trevira CS Fabric Competition 2022 was announced at the end of 2021 and invited all customers to submit their latest Trevira CS products according to certain specifications. The winning fabrics will be announced at the trade fair and specially exhibited at the Trevira CS booth.

Director Marketing & Business Development Anke Vollenbröker: “Our exhibition gives exciting new insights into the modern concept of the Long Stay Apartment, presenting the live application of our customers’ Trevira CS innovations. An apartment designed for Long Stayers is a special challenge since it has to provide more than a hotel room or even an ordinary rental apartment: It needs to be an attractive temporary home while also offering the services and advantages of a hotel. We have made the Long Stay Apartment particularly “textile” and included submissions from all participants of our Trevira CS Fabric Competition 2022.”

Source:

Trevira GmbH

(c) Eton
22.04.2022

More localised and automated textile manufacturing with TMAS technologies

At the forthcoming Texprocess, Techtextil and Heimtextil shows taking place in Frankfurt from June 21-24 – members of the Swedish Textile Machinery Association TMAS will be showcasing a range of solutions aligning with the growing trend for more localised and automated textile manufacturing.

Digitalisation and the push for more sustainable, shorter and less expensive supply chains are currently making manufacturing in high-cost countries within Europe more attractive and there have been many other contributing factors to this over the past two years.

The Covid-19 pandemic exposed the vulnerability of many countries to shortages of essential items like PPE while at the same time making the full exploitation of new digital options essential during national lock-downs and long periods of restricted travel. The escalating cost of global transportation, as well as the growth of online retailing and the associated benefits of on-demand digital manufacturing, are further reinforcing the many benefits of short-run and near-shore new operations.

At the forthcoming Texprocess, Techtextil and Heimtextil shows taking place in Frankfurt from June 21-24 – members of the Swedish Textile Machinery Association TMAS will be showcasing a range of solutions aligning with the growing trend for more localised and automated textile manufacturing.

Digitalisation and the push for more sustainable, shorter and less expensive supply chains are currently making manufacturing in high-cost countries within Europe more attractive and there have been many other contributing factors to this over the past two years.

The Covid-19 pandemic exposed the vulnerability of many countries to shortages of essential items like PPE while at the same time making the full exploitation of new digital options essential during national lock-downs and long periods of restricted travel. The escalating cost of global transportation, as well as the growth of online retailing and the associated benefits of on-demand digital manufacturing, are further reinforcing the many benefits of short-run and near-shore new operations.

Secure supply
At Texprocess, for example, Eton Systems will be unveiling its latest Ingenious software solution which further enhances the company’s Opta Unit Production System (UPS) introduced in 2021.

“Our automated technology has already had a great impact on the productivity of thousands of garment production lines,” says Eton’s Managing Director Jerker Krabbe. “Our systems help producers across the world to reduce repetitive manual tasks and increase efficiency, which evens out some of the differences between production in high and low-cost countries, making reshoring a feasible option. Creating a diversified production portfolio with a mix of production facilities, some closer to home, makes for a more secure product supply.”

Flexibility
Imogo meanwhile recently installed the first industrial scale dyeing system in Sweden for many years. The Dye-Max spray dyeing line has the potential to slash the use of fresh water, wastewater, energy and chemicals by as much as 90% compared to conventional jet dyeing systems. It is capable of carrying out the application of a wide range of fabric pre-treatments and finishing processes, providing users with unbeatable flexibility in production.

“Here in Scandinavia, we are currently seeing an explosion of companies developing sustainable new cellulosic fibres – many from waste clothing – but a problem is that all of the environmental benefits they deliver can potentially be lost in the further processing, and especially in conventional dyeing,” observes the company’s Founding Partner Per Stenflo. “The Dye-Max system positively addresses this, but interest in it has not just been confined to Europe. We are currently seeing a lot of activity in Turkey – largely as a near-shore partner to European brands – but also in Bangladesh.”

Robotics at Heimtextil
ACG Kinna Automatic specialises in automation solutions for filled products such as quilts, pillows and mattresses and its live demonstrations of robotics in action have proved a magnet for visitors to Heimtextil. This year’s show will be no exception.

“The use of robotics is now standard across many industries dealing in solid goods, but the handling of soft materials such as textiles is a little more complex,” says Managing Director Christian Moore. “Nevertheless, it’s something we have successfully mastered, and our robotic systems are proving highly beneficial to their users. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution when it comes to automation and our approach is always to carefully examine where it will make the difference in each bespoke system. A focus is on identifying and eliminating bottlenecks which will increase product flows.”

During the Covid-19 pandemic, ACG Kinna drew on all of its automation know-how and extensive network of contacts to build a new nonwovens fabric converting and single-use garment making-up plant in a matter of weeks, in order to supply the Swedish authorities with urgently-needed medical gowns.

Instant colour
Localised textile production is also booming in the USA, where Coloreel has recently secured multiple orders for its instant thread colouration technology via its US partner Hirsch.

“Coloreel technology enables the high-quality and instant colouring of a textile thread while it is actually being used in production and can be paired with any existing embroidery machine without modification, while also making it possible to produce gradients in an embroidery for the first time,” explains VP of Sales Sven Öquist.

“Advanced rapid colour formulation software and high-speed drive technology allow a single needle to carry out what it previously required many multiples of them to do – and with much more consistent stitch quality. By instantly colouring a recycled white base thread during production, our system enables complete freedom to create unique embroideries without any limitations. Colour changes along the thread can either be made rapidly from one solid colour to another, or gradually, to make smooth transitions or any colouring effect desired. This provides big benefits when it comes to sustainability and design creativity.”

Milestone
Svegea will be promoting its latest EC 300 collarette cutting machine at Texprocess 2022. This machine is used by garment manufacturers around the world for the production of tubular apparel components such as waistbands, cuff and neck tapes and other seam reinforcements. With its E-Drive 2 system and fully automatic FA500 roll slitter, the EC 300 has an output of around 20,000 metres per hour.

“Advances in automation are only making the specialised, bespoke machines we engineer even more efficient and we are expecting a very busy year,” says Managing Director Håkan Steene. “The garment components our collarette cutters produce make it logical for them to be integrated into the operations of making-up operations, wherever they are.”

Sensors
The advanced yarn tension monitoring technologies of Eltex of Sweden meanwhile play an essential role in rectifying defects in  weaving, tufting and composite reinforcement operations.

“A correct tension of the warp and weft threads ensures proper machine operation,” explains Eltex Global Marketing and Sales Manager Anoop K. Sharma “The constant tension monitoring and automatic control of the tension of the thread help to overcome unnecessary problems.

“We continue to make advances in both the hardware and software of our tension monitoring systems, such as the EyE™ for the warping process. With the EyE™, the yarn tension values from all yarns are continuously updated and displayed on screen. In addition, tension values outside the warning level are indicated both on the sensor’s LEDs and on the screen for complete quality control. No fabric can be woven without the appropriate and correct tension.”

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