From the Sector

Alltagsmasken tragen dazu bei, andere Menschen zu schützen. Sie sind ein wichtiger Baustein, um die Verbreitung des Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 einzudämmen. Aber: Um ihre Funktion zu erfüllen, müssen sie bestimmten Anforderungen genügen. Der Prüfdienstleister und Forschungspartner Hohenstein hat bereits mit der Einführung seines Qualitätslabels für Geprüfte Community Masken einen großen Schritt in Richtung Sicherheit und Funktionalität gemacht. Nun prüft Hohenstein auch nach dem ersten europäischen Leitfaden für Alltagsmasken, dem CEN Workshop Agreement (CWA) 17553:2020.  

Der neue europäische Leitfaden „CWA 17553:2020–Community facecoverings–Guide to minimum requirements, methods of testing and use“ legt Mindestanforderungen für  Konstruktion, Leistungsbeurteilung, Kennzeichnung und Verpackung sowohl von wiederverwendbaren als auch von Einweg-Alltagsmasken fest. Zielsetzung ist es, die Hersteller von Masken, die ihre Produktion auf nicht-medizinische Alltagsmasken umgestellt haben, zu unterstützen. Sie erhalten damit eine schnelle und unkomplizierte Hilfestellung bezüglich der Anforderungen an solche Masken. Denn: Auch Alltagsmasken müssen die gesetzlichen Anforderungen an Textilien erfüllen und bestimmten funktionellen Ansprüchen genügen. Europaweit einheitliche Sicherheitsstandards sollen aber auch dazu beizutragen, die COVID-19-Pandemie länderübergreifend einzudämmen. Damit kommt insbesondere die Gewährleistung der Produktqualität und Haltbarkeit zum Tragen. Klare Produktinformationen tragen dazu bei, dass Verbraucher auf die Sicherheit von Alltagsmasken vertrauen können. Der Leitfaden kann somit für Anbieter auch als Vermarktungshilfe im internationalen Wettbewerb fungieren.

Beim Prüfdienstleister Hohenstein geben standardisierte Prüfverfahren Aufschluss darüber, ob Atmungsfreundlichkeit und Filterleistung von Alltagsmasken ausreichend gegeben sind. Zu den weiteren Qualitätsparametern zählen die Überprüfung der Waschbarkeit, die Beurteilung der Passform und der Einhaltung von gesetzlichen Anforderungen sowie der Mindestanforderungen an Kennzeichnung und Gebrauchshinweisen. Hersteller von Alltagsmasken können auch vom Hohenstein Qualitätslabel für Geprüfte Community Masken mit seinem hohen Wiedererkennungswert im Markt profitieren, indem sie ihre Produkt-Performance mit wenigen Zusatzprüfungen oder der Schadstoffprüfung nach STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® belegen.

Detaillierte Informationen finden Sie unter www.hohenstein.de/CWA-Standard sowie www.hohenstein.de/hql-community-masken.  

Penn Textile Solutions/Penn Italia - international company producing and developing innovative fabrics through warp and weft knitting technologies, Tessitura Colombo Antonio, famous for the processing of lace and ribbons dedicated to the world of corsetry, Elastici Besana specialized in the production of narrow elastic for corsetry and underwear, have been working together to expand the frontiers of sustainable manufacture practices and to offer an innovative collection, a new set of eco high tech innovations delivering a responsibility concept including also the end of life: ECONNECTION.

The responsible ECONNECTION collection, in which the words ECO and CONNECTION mixed to underline the importance of connect and come together for a sustainable project, features:

• 7 advanced knitted stretch fabrics by Penn Textile Solutions/Penn Italia,
• 3 precious laces by Tessitura Colombo Antonio
• 3 functional bands by Elastici Besana

The project opened up the door to new generation of ingredients such as:

• ROICA™ V550 made by leading fiber manufacturer Asahi Kasei, a premium sustainable stretch yarn that at the end of his life smartly breaks down without releasing harmful substances in the environment according to Hohenstein Environment Compatibility Certification and also boasting the Gold Level Material Health Certificate by Cradle-to-Cradle Product Innovation Institute** as it has been evaluated for impact on human and environmental health.
• Amni Soul Eco®, the world’s first biodegradable in anaerobic conditions polyamide 6.6 yarn that degrades in around 5 years* after disposing in landfill, developed by SOLVAY and produced and distributed in Italy by FULGAR.

Expertise für die perfekte Passform von Bekleidung

Um im Wettbewerb zu bestehen, sind Hersteller von Damen-, Herren- und Kinderbekleidung gefordert, ihre Prozesse effizient und nachhaltig zu gestalten. Ab sofort bietet das neue Hohenstein „Digital Fitting Lab“ umfassende Hilfestellung bei der Umsetzung. Mit dem Einsatz moderner 3D- und 4D-Technologien auf Basis der traditionellen Passform- und Schnitt-Expertise von Hohenstein lässt sich die perfekte Passform über verschiedene Größenreihen hinweg einfach und schnell ermitteln – bei Bedarf noch zugeschnitten auf individuelle Zielgruppen.

Das „Digital Fitting Lab“ bietet Bekleidungsherstellern über die perfekte Passform ihrer Produkte hinaus weiteren Mehrwert: Hohenstein unterstützt gezielt, wenn die Firmen digitale Prozessschritte wie 3D-Design und Visualisierung, Entwicklung von Schnitten und Prototypen, Passformprüfung oder die Erstellung von Produktionsunterlagen optimieren möchten. So können diese mit ihren Produkten schneller an den Point-of-Sale gelangen und ihre Kundenzufriedenheit steigern.

Eine neue Website zum digitalen Fitting stellt die modular buchbaren Services für eine optimale Passform über unterschiedliche Größenreihen hinweg vor. https://digital-fitting-lab.hohenstein.de

Masks yes, but with comfort, safety and also style: Cifra, Iluna Group, Rosti and Sitip launch masks with a fashion touch with the premium stretch fiber ROICA™
 
Big companies are updating their productions with high-performance and high technical characteristics masks, result of their historical experience and thanks to an exceptional partner in common: the premium stretch fiber ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei. And the solidarity race continues to donate them to hospitals and to the Red Cross
 
Forced to keep most of the face covered and often for a long time during the day, solutions that are above all performing and comfortable become increasingly necessary.

And solutions that are also a manifestation of our personality, which remains hidden and entrusted to the mere expression of the eyes. Walking on the streets we sometimes even don’t even recognize each other, since we are so hidden; and the desire to minimize the situation often takes over, together with that desire to make us recognizable, to possess and express an identity anyway. For fans of escaping homologation (now more than ever mandatory and for this reason even more difficult) “rescue comes” - and this is the case to say it - from illuminated companies who have thought about creative solutions for those with masks has to do all day, at home, at work, during sports and in leisure time. To feel more comfortable, there are many proposals: more “street style” for sports addicted and young people - inside and outside -, more elegant and sophisticated for women.

Textiles companies have joined the fight against Covid-19 engaging a strong and decisive personal and productive battle, which has seen many of them transform and convert their production units for the production of masks and gowns intended for medical personnel and the community.

Some of the most established excellences of the textile sector as Cifra, Iluna Group, Rosti and Sitip have made use of the precious collaboration of ROICA™, the premium stretch fiber by Asahi Kasei. ROICA™ is the innovative and smart premium ingredient chosen by these companies to guarantee even more comfort, thanks to an exceptional top-level component that gives elasticity for perfect adherence to the skin. Each of the companies then declined its production according to its specificity. And this is their important contribution.

Cifra presents the eco-sustainable version of the mask, the ECO-MASK™, which combines the high performance of Cifra knitting technology with the sustainability of the materials used. The 100% regenerated yarns create a 100% sustainable mask with 83% ECONYL and 17% ROICA™ V550 elastomer, the stretch fiber certified Cradle to Cradle Gold Health Level which allows excellent and lasting printability, as well as advantages regarding the circular economy as it does not release harmful substances into the test environment according to the Hohenstein Environmental Compatibility certification.

Iluna Group, European leader in the production of lace, has recently donated 400 protective “smart”  made with ROICA™ EF, the world first GRS - Global Recycled Standard – certified elastomer and which uses 58% of pre-consumer recycled content, mixed with Q-NOVA® by Fulgar. Multi-use, washable, bacteriostatic, breathable and water-repellent prevention masks gave to San Gerardo Hospital in Monza to answer to the Call to action launched on March 19th by the green journalist Diana De Marsanich, with the responsible and innovative materials expert Giusy Bettoni of C.L.A.S.S. Eco Hub, the fashion designer Marina Spadafora of Fashion Revolution Italia and the entrepreneur Simona Roveda of LifeGate. Iluna Group also announces the launch of the website dedicated to the direct sale of the different kind of masks all made with three layers, antibacterial and anti-drip treatment and washable up to 10 times. Iluna Group has also created the “smart” masks made with ROICA™ EF, the world first GRS - Global Recycled Standard – certified elastomer and which uses 58% of pre-consumer recycled content, mixed with Q-NOVA® by Fulgar.

In addition to the “smart” masks, available for women, men and children, Iluna Group has created two special versions of Lace Masks, covered with refined lace. One embroidered on a cotton base and one with soft microfiber.

Rosti, historic knitwear factory based in Brembate specialized in the design and production of cycling clothing with the best technical fabrics and the most advanced technologies, has put its experience at the service of the production of protective masks washable up to 20 times, made with Sitip fabric and with the anti-drop treatment Ecoacquazero®. Fascinating and protective like a second skin, the masks are sold in a pack of 10 pieces with captivating, colorful, geometric and original graphics, designed for every personality.

Rosti masks contain the premium stretch fiber ROICA™ Resistance, a family of premium stretch yarn with particular performances of resistance and durability.

BÖNNIGHEIM - Die 9. Europäische Konferenz für Schutzbekleidung(ECPC) wird vom 18. bis 20. Mai 2020 in Stuttgart vom Prüfdienstleister und Forschungspartner Hohenstein ausgerichtet.

Die Konferenzliefert Lösungen rund um persönliche Schutzausrüstung (PSA) und bietet zahlreiche Möglichkeiten zum Networking. Hohenstein lädt Forscher, Designer, Hersteller, Gesundheits-/ Sicherheitsexperten und Anwender dazu ein, gemeinsam einen forschenden Blick auf den PSA-Markt zu werfen: von intelligenten Systemen, neuen Technologien, Materialien und Prüfverfahren, über Anforderungen und Standardisierung, bis hin zu Ergonomie und Kompatibilität von PSA-Systemen. Ziel der Veranstaltung ist es, die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Wissenschaft, Industrie und Anwendung zu fördern.

Hohenstein setzt seinen neuen 4D-Bodyscanner für eine Reihe von Forschungsprojekten ein. Ziel der einzelnen Vorhaben ist es, das Wissen und die Prozesse in der gesamten Bekleidungsindustrie zu verbessern.

Ein vonder Arbeitsgemeinschaft industriellerForschungsvereinigungen (AiF) gefördertesProjekt mit dem Titel „Mobilitätsrestriktionen“ (IGF-Nr. 20163N) beschäftigt sich mit der Veränderung von Körpermaßenwährend der Bewegung und läuft noch bis Oktober 2020. Im Fokus der Hohenstein Wissenschaftler steht die EntwicklungeinerMethodezur Analyse, wie Kleidungsstückedie Bewegung einschränken.

Der Scanvorgang in 4Dvisualisiert dieKörperformund -größefür potenzielleKunden und verdeutlicht auf diese Weise die Veränderungen der Körperform während spezifischer Bewegungen. Dabei lassen sich sowohl die Auswirkungen der Bewegung auf einKleidungsstück als auch die Auswirkungen des Kleidungsstücks auf die Bewegungnachvollziehen. Dadurch ist es insbesondere bei Sport-und Berufsbekleidung möglich,denBewegungsumfangim Hinblick auf eine verbesserte Funktion zu analysieren.

Das Forschungsprojekt „IntWash“beschäftigt sich ab Juni 2019 unter der Leitung Hohensteins mit den Chancen und Herausforderungen von intelligenten Wäschereien. Durch Hohensteins Forschungsnetzwerk, gezielte Marketingmaßnahmen und internationale Zusammenarbeit, soll die Etablierung von Industrie 4.0-Konzepten in Wäschereien vorangetrieben werden.

"Die Wäschereibranche gewinnt wegen der steigenden Anforderungen an Hygiene und Arbeitsschutz stetig an Bedeutung, ist aber gleichzeitig durch den Fachkräftemangel bedroht“, beschreibt Dr. Igor Kogut, Leiter des Projekts, die aktuelle Lage.

Ziel des BMBF geförderten Forschungsprojekts „IntWash“ ist es, einen besseren Zugang zum Thema „Zukunft der Arbeit in intelligenten Wäschereien“ zu schaffen. Zusammen mit Netzwerkpartnern soll eine offene Diskussion mit Hilfe von Workshops, Webcasts und Publikationen auf einer Internetplattform ermöglicht werden. Dieerarbeiteten Maßnahmen und Konzepte sollen sich auch positiv auf dieDigitalisierung der textilen Wertschöpfungskette auswirken und damit Themen wieUmweltschutzsowie Arbeitssicherheit fördern.

• Patented technology with bluesign®, ECO PASSPORT, and Skin Friendly certification

Polyester sport and functional textiles treated with Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 are protected against “permastink”. Already a holder of the Swiss Technology Award, the Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 odor-management technology can now carry the bluesign® sustainability label, the Skin Friendly certification from the Hohenstein Institute and the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® label. SANITIZED AG has been a bluesign® system partner for over 10 years.

An unwelcome odor can quickly develop in polyester sport and functional clothing, even if freshly washed. This is “permastink”. It’s a challenge to the textile industry as it generally reduces the attractiveness and market opportunities of sport and functional clothing made from polyester.

The patented, non-biocidal Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 technology provides specific solutions and sales arguments for the end products. It works in two ways: The odor-causing bacteria can’t stick to the textile surface and are washed out completely in a normal wash cycle. This is due to the anti-adhesive “coating” applied in the padding process. This effect has been proven in a test procedure developed in cooperation with EMPA (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Material Science and Technology). Secondly, the treatment has an adsorbing effect. The odors are “trapped” and repeatedly expelled during a normal wash cycle.

No binder, no nano
Another characteristic: The treatment with Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 doesn’t apply an additional binder system. As with all of our products, SANITZED AG uses no nano technology. The safety and tolerability have been confirmed by the Skin Friendly certification from the Hohenstein Institute and ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® label. These have now been joined by the bluesign® accreditation.

• Performance Days - November 28 and 29, 2018 – Hall C1 Booth B18
• Two of TINTEX’s fabrics have made it into the PERFORMANCE FORUM Jury’s Pick Category that represents fabrics which are a valuable contribution to this season Performance Days Focus Topic “WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY”

See, touch and experience the latest collection from TINTEX as they reveal a wonderful range of innovative fabrics that redefine fashion, inspire creativity, spark emotion and optimize responsible solutions. TINTEX, being an ingenious leader in textile and research innovation for over twenty years, transforms a new generation of cotton and other natural based materials. Established in the Porto region as authorities in superior dyeing and finishing techniques making TINTEX Textiles the perfect choice for fashion.

All the recent awards bestowed, demonstrate TINTEX continue research and commitment. They have been awarded for the Best product of the Base Layer Category by ISPO jury, moreover they have just received the prestigious German Design Awards 2019 and last but not least, they are selected as finalists for the Future Textile Awards in the category Best Innovation for Sustainable Textiles.
TINTEX continues to lead the way, as they proudly take part in the Make Fashion Circular initiative, by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and activate change industry wide. This initiative aims to collaborate and innovate towards a new textile economy based on the principles of a Circular Economy.

In addition, since this November, TINTEX is a bluesign® system partner, thus means that they are responsibly acting parties of the textile value chain committed to applying the bluesign® system, continuously improving their environmental performance and always been focused on a sustainable future.

A milestone for TINTEX and fashion, as they launch Naturally Clean - an exceptional smart finishing process that is uniquely responsible. Naturally Clean enhances the natural beauty of cotton, takes a cost effective modern approach to eliminate aggressive treatments and optimizes clean surfaces, vivid colors, providing an exquisitely smooth handfeel. Naturally Clean achieves this by using Novozymes technology, a company that is indeed the world leader in biological solutions. Second, using textile chemicals with the lowest possible environmental impact, without compromising performance, from Beyond Surface Technologies AG. Naturally Clean maintains the original characteristics for an extended period of time. All materials are Oeko-Tex and soon bluesign® certified, thus eliminating harmful substances.
TINTEX’ Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 collection includes vibrant tones, refreshing turquoise and electric green, light and warm copper with chocolate browns that connect the natural and spiritual in an extra-sensorial universe. Infused with a stunning palette of nostalgic and multicultural colors - warm yellow with darkened reds, dynamic purple with urban greys - that express globalization and human connection.
Key smart ingredients of the season are:

• A New Generation of Cotton: GOTS certified organic cotton, Supima® cotton, and ECOTEC® by Marchi & Fildi the smart cotton that saves up to 77.9% water consumption and introduces the concept of a circular economy.
• SeaCell™ and Smartcel™: produced using the Lyocell process in a closed loop with no chemicals released as waste. The patented process of SeaCell™ allows that the positive properties of the seaweed are permanently preserved within the fiber, even after multiple washing cycles. Smartcel™ includes the essential trace element zinc providing anti-inflammatory capabilities.
• REFIBRA™ by Lenzing technology involves upcycling a substantial proportion of cotton scraps e.g. from garment production, in addition to wood pulp, where the raw material is transformed to produce new TENCEL™ Lyocell fiber to make fabrics and garments.
• Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei: A new generation GRS Certified material, made from cotton linters, with a biodegradability certification by Innovhub. A matchless, high tech natural material, with a special handfeel and aesthetics.
• ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei
  - ROICA™ EF has a percentage of pre-consumer recycled content that is more than 50%, and thanks to this it has been GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified.
  - ROICA™ V550 a premium stretch innovative yarn boasting the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Gold Level for Material Health product and ingredients as it was evaluated throughout the supply chain for lower impacts on human and environmental health. Striving toward eliminating all toxic and unidentified chemicals for a safe continuous cycle. Hohenstein Environment Compatibility Certificate - ROICA™ proudly breaks down without releasing harmful substances.

Of special interest this season, the two TINTEX’s fabrics that made it into the PERFORMANCE FORUM Jury’s Pick Category for their contribution to this season Topic “WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY”.

A smart rib developed to reduce the water usage as most as possible, from cultivation of raw materials until fabric finishing. A blend of TENCEL™ Modal, cellulosic & biodegradable material treated with no hazardous chemicals, pesticides nor fertilizers, and European hemp, a fast-growing plant that requires very little water and no herbicides, pesticides, synthetic fertilizers or GMO seeds. Both fibres are biodegradable.

The second selected article is a 100% Merino Wool jersey made unique thanks to Colorau® by TINTEX, a patented natural dyeing process technique that uses vegetable herbs and extracts. A great amount of water was saved by avoiding subsequent washing steps. Also, lower water pollution is achieved by avoiding synthetic dyestuffs.

• September 19, 20, and 21, 2018
• This September visit Première Vision’s Smart Square for a great opportunity to meet and greet ROICA™ experts to discuss responsible innovation and well-being.

ROICA™ experts showcase the world-first ROICA™ Eco Smart family that offers 2 responsible made yarns: a GRS (Global Recycled Standard) version 3 certified yarn and the world’s first yarn awarded Cradle2Cradle Material Health Gold Level Certificate and Hohenstein Environment compatibility certification.

On display in the Smart Square, a 800-sq. m. area dedicated to shed light on a new generation of values combining creativity, innovation and sustainability, is a  unique  range of ROICA™ Eco-Smart family based fabrics, the world's first responsibly made premium stretch fibers creating ROICA™ smart yarns that offer sustainable solutions with impressive certifications:

• Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified by Textile Exchange - ROICA™ constructed with more than 50% pre-consumer recycled content.
• Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Gold Level for Material Health product and ingredients - ROICA™ yarn evaluated throughout the supply chain for lower impacts on human and environmental health. Striving toward eliminating all toxic and unidentified chemicals for a safe continuous cycle. Hohenstein Environment Compatibility Certificate - ROICA™ proudly breaks down without releasing harmful substances.

ROICA™ experts empower attendees with knowledge, and inspire creativity as they demonstrate ROICA™ Eco-Smart family functionality. Engage the experts in the Smart Square, ask questions and learn about the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible innovation. At the corporate level, ROICA™ has achieved the following certifications: Oeko Tex 100, ISO 14001:2004, ISO 9001:2008. Moreover, ROICA™ mills in Germay achieved the certification of ISO 50001:2001.

ROICA™ partners exhibiting at Première Vision Paris presenting ROICA™ Eco-Smart family:

• Fukui Warp Knitting CO.,LTD  (JP) Hall 6 booth H15
• Iluna Group S.p.A (IT) Hall 5 booth N14 P13
• Jackytex (IT) Hall 5 booth M24 N23
• Lanificio Europa (IT) Hall 6 stand D12, F49
• Maglificio Ripa S.p.A. (IT) Hall 5 booth 5P29
• M.I.T.I. Spa (IT) Hall 6 booth G19
• Penn Textile Solutions GmbH / Penn Italia (DE/IT) booth 6G17
• Sofileta (FR) Hall 6 booth H18 6J13
• TINTEX Textiles (PT) Hall 5 booth N56

Additional ROICA™ partners at Première Vision also exhibiting a wide-range of other ROICA™ specialties:

• Eusebio (IT) Hall 5 booth 5P34 5R15
• Kurabo Industries LTD (JP) Hall 6 booth C20 D21

Lastly, on Friday 21st September 2018, at 1.30 pm, you are invited to join Dr. Stephan Hütte at Première Vision Smart Square as he facilitates an open discussion with exhibitors and introduces the audience to ROICA™ Eco-Smart family. Dr. Hütte will discuss ROICA™ textile innovations for contemporary consumer within the fashion, lingerie and activewear markets.

Recognizing Asahi Kasei for spearheading the premium stretch market, the Dorbinbirn-GFC Global Fiber Congress has invited Dr. Stephan Hütte, Development Manager ROICA™ Fibers at Asahi Kasei to present ROICA™ Eco-Smart family at this year’s congress. The Europe-centered innovation platform for the fiber industry is a distinguished idea and network generator hosting top-ranking international experts in fiber innovations. The event includes 700 participants from 30 nations and will take place September 12th through the 14th in Austria.

Last but not least, at Première Vision ROICA™ is proud to welcome Shinichiro Haga, Senior Executive Manager - ROICA™ Division. The company also announces an internal appointment: Mr. Hiroaki Shinohe elected as Chief Marketing Officer for European market.