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15.10.2024

Befragung zur Nachhaltigkeit in der Textilindustrie

Das interdisziplinäre Projektteam des Verbundprojekts „NIBTEX – Nachhaltig im Beruf: Etablierung von Qualifizierungsmaßnahmen für das Lehr- und ausbildende Personal in der Textilindustrie“ startet in die Umsetzung seines Konzepts. Die beteiligten Partner, die Professuren Erwachsenenbildung und Weiterbildung sowie Betriebliche Umweltökonomie und Nachhaltigkeit der TU Chemnitz, das STFI sowie ein Team von Ausbildern der lokalen Textilindustrie planen und erarbeiten Maßnahmen, um das ganzheitliche Konzept der Nachhaltigkeit in Aus- und Weiterbildungsangebote der Textilbranche zu integrieren. Dafür führt das Projektteam eine Befragung von KMU zum Thema Nachhaltigkeit durch.

Mit Hilfe der Eingangserhebung wird das interdisziplinäre Team im Rahmen des Projekts NIBTEX bedarfsgerechte Lehr- und Lernformate entwickeln, die das Kompetenzprofil von Ausbilderinnen und Ausbildern sowie von Führungskräften stärken. Ziel der Befragung ist eine breite Datenbasis für den Ist-Stand in puncto Nachhaltigkeit zu gewinnen und Bedürfnisse der Textilbranche zu identifizieren. Die Umfrage wird 15 Minuten Zeit in Anspruch nehmen und läuft bis zum 31. Oktober 2024.

Das interdisziplinäre Projektteam des Verbundprojekts „NIBTEX – Nachhaltig im Beruf: Etablierung von Qualifizierungsmaßnahmen für das Lehr- und ausbildende Personal in der Textilindustrie“ startet in die Umsetzung seines Konzepts. Die beteiligten Partner, die Professuren Erwachsenenbildung und Weiterbildung sowie Betriebliche Umweltökonomie und Nachhaltigkeit der TU Chemnitz, das STFI sowie ein Team von Ausbildern der lokalen Textilindustrie planen und erarbeiten Maßnahmen, um das ganzheitliche Konzept der Nachhaltigkeit in Aus- und Weiterbildungsangebote der Textilbranche zu integrieren. Dafür führt das Projektteam eine Befragung von KMU zum Thema Nachhaltigkeit durch.

Mit Hilfe der Eingangserhebung wird das interdisziplinäre Team im Rahmen des Projekts NIBTEX bedarfsgerechte Lehr- und Lernformate entwickeln, die das Kompetenzprofil von Ausbilderinnen und Ausbildern sowie von Führungskräften stärken. Ziel der Befragung ist eine breite Datenbasis für den Ist-Stand in puncto Nachhaltigkeit zu gewinnen und Bedürfnisse der Textilbranche zu identifizieren. Die Umfrage wird 15 Minuten Zeit in Anspruch nehmen und läuft bis zum 31. Oktober 2024.

Zur Umfrage: http://tiny.cc/NIBTEX

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Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI)

15.10.2024

Adidas: Better-than-expected third quarter results & increased full-year guidance


adidas announced preliminary results for the third quarter of 2024. In Q3, currency-neutral revenues increased 10% versus the prior year. In euro terms, the company’s revenues grew 7% to € 6.438 billion (2023: € 5.999 billion). Excluding Yeezy sales in both years, currency-neutral revenues increased 14% during the quarter.

The company’s gross margin increased 2.0 percentage points to 51.3% in Q3 (2023: 49.3%). The year-over-year increase of the underlying adidas gross margin was even stronger. The company’s third quarter operating profit increased to € 598 million (2023: € 409 million), including a contribution of around € 50 million from the sale of parts of the remaining Yeezy inventory.

The company has increased its full-year guidance to reflect the better-than-expected performance during the quarter and the current brand momentum. adidas now expects currency-neutral revenues to increase at a rate of around 10% in 2024 (previously: increase at a high-single-digit rate). The company’s operating profit is now expected to reach a level of around € 1.2 billion (previously: to reach a level of around € 1.0 billion).


adidas announced preliminary results for the third quarter of 2024. In Q3, currency-neutral revenues increased 10% versus the prior year. In euro terms, the company’s revenues grew 7% to € 6.438 billion (2023: € 5.999 billion). Excluding Yeezy sales in both years, currency-neutral revenues increased 14% during the quarter.

The company’s gross margin increased 2.0 percentage points to 51.3% in Q3 (2023: 49.3%). The year-over-year increase of the underlying adidas gross margin was even stronger. The company’s third quarter operating profit increased to € 598 million (2023: € 409 million), including a contribution of around € 50 million from the sale of parts of the remaining Yeezy inventory.

The company has increased its full-year guidance to reflect the better-than-expected performance during the quarter and the current brand momentum. adidas now expects currency-neutral revenues to increase at a rate of around 10% in 2024 (previously: increase at a high-single-digit rate). The company’s operating profit is now expected to reach a level of around € 1.2 billion (previously: to reach a level of around € 1.0 billion).

Within its guidance, the company assumes the sale of the remaining Yeezy inventory during the remainder of the year to occur on average at cost. This would result in additional sales of around € 50 million and no further profit contribution in the fourth quarter.

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adidas AG quarter results
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adidas AG

15.10.2024

BTE-Kongress: Nur noch wenige Plätze frei

Interessenten für den BTE-Kongress „Fashion-Emotion 4.0: Zukunftsorientierte Erfolgskonzepte des Modehandels – lokal und digital“ am 5. November in Köln sollten sich schnellstens anmelden. Denn aktuell sind nur noch wenige Plätze frei. Anmeldeschluss ist der 30. Oktober 2024.
 
Beim BTE-Kongress dreht sich alles um die Frage, wie sich Mode- und Schuheinzelhandelsunternehmen unter den aktuellen Rahmenbedingungen und im aktuellen Wettbewerbsumfeld erfolgreich behaupten können. Die Praxisvorträge behandeln dabei u.a. digitale Innovationen in der Fashionbranche, Standort- und Nachhaltigkeitsthemen sowie Erfahrungen rund um den Personalbereich. Den Start macht eine Keynote von BTE-KompetenzPartner hachmeister + partner, zum Abschluss referiert der Wachstumsexperte und Transformationsvordenker Professor Dr. Guido Quelle über Wachstumsstrategien in schwierigen Zeiten.
 

Interessenten für den BTE-Kongress „Fashion-Emotion 4.0: Zukunftsorientierte Erfolgskonzepte des Modehandels – lokal und digital“ am 5. November in Köln sollten sich schnellstens anmelden. Denn aktuell sind nur noch wenige Plätze frei. Anmeldeschluss ist der 30. Oktober 2024.
 
Beim BTE-Kongress dreht sich alles um die Frage, wie sich Mode- und Schuheinzelhandelsunternehmen unter den aktuellen Rahmenbedingungen und im aktuellen Wettbewerbsumfeld erfolgreich behaupten können. Die Praxisvorträge behandeln dabei u.a. digitale Innovationen in der Fashionbranche, Standort- und Nachhaltigkeitsthemen sowie Erfahrungen rund um den Personalbereich. Den Start macht eine Keynote von BTE-KompetenzPartner hachmeister + partner, zum Abschluss referiert der Wachstumsexperte und Transformationsvordenker Professor Dr. Guido Quelle über Wachstumsstrategien in schwierigen Zeiten.
 
Weitere Informationen und Anmeldung unter www.bte.de/bte-kongress-2024/. Die Teilnehmergebühr liegt für Mitglieder der Einzelhandelsverbände bei 349 EUR, für andere Handelsunternehmen und Fashion-Lieferanten bei 449 EUR; jeweils zzgl. MwSt. Der BTE-Kongress wird wieder von einer Fachausstellung begleitet, auf der interessante und innovative Dienstleistungen für die Modebranche präsentiert werden.

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BTE-Kongress Fashion-Emotion 4.0
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BTE Handelsverband Textil Schuhe Lederwaren

Dress for Venice
Dress for Venice
14.10.2024

Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei lands at Smart Closet initiative with “A Dress For Venice”

Smart Closet is an innovative event dedicated to new generation fashion where C.L.A.S.S and Equipe International, through the InsideOut approach by C.L.A.S.S., come together to represent a smart wardrobe - beautiful, innovative, responsible - together with a new language of values with the aim to share the fully transparent journey behind each product and company, to show their outer and inner values. All values and concepts that are part of Bemberg™ identity.

Bemberg™ is the brand name of the regenerated cellulose fiber cupro, produced only by Asahi Kasei in Japan. It is a special fiber with a circular economy footprint thanks to the fact that it is made from a regenerated cellulose obtained from the manufacturing process of cottonseed oil with a closed-loop process. It guarantees certified sustainability credentials through its transparent and traceable approach. It delivers high quality and versatile applications, comfortable whatever the season: its blissful sensation glides on linings, outerwear, underwear, sportswear and even couture pieces. All perfect characteristics that fit in Smart Closet initiative.

Smart Closet is an innovative event dedicated to new generation fashion where C.L.A.S.S and Equipe International, through the InsideOut approach by C.L.A.S.S., come together to represent a smart wardrobe - beautiful, innovative, responsible - together with a new language of values with the aim to share the fully transparent journey behind each product and company, to show their outer and inner values. All values and concepts that are part of Bemberg™ identity.

Bemberg™ is the brand name of the regenerated cellulose fiber cupro, produced only by Asahi Kasei in Japan. It is a special fiber with a circular economy footprint thanks to the fact that it is made from a regenerated cellulose obtained from the manufacturing process of cottonseed oil with a closed-loop process. It guarantees certified sustainability credentials through its transparent and traceable approach. It delivers high quality and versatile applications, comfortable whatever the season: its blissful sensation glides on linings, outerwear, underwear, sportswear and even couture pieces. All perfect characteristics that fit in Smart Closet initiative.

The project chosen to participate with is the incredible capsule collection A Dress For Venice designed by eco-designer Tiziano Guardini, illustrated by artist Jacopo Ascari, and produced by Martina Vidal Venezia, a Venetian brand that has enriched the garments with some elements in Burano lace, an ancient art candidate to enter the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity!
 
Inspired by the city of water, it’s made with Bemberg™ fabrics created by Infinity Srl with the textile printing done by Creazioni Digitali, which with the CreŌ | project  printed on Bemberg™ fabrics with low-water pigment inks technology . This collection truly represents and includes all the values of beauty, innovation and supply chain partnerships, all elements.

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Bemberg™ Dress for Venice
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C.L.A.S.S. Eco Hub

Prinzenhaus Bilder Prinzenhaus
14.10.2024

Prinzenhaus: Urbane Eleganz trifft auf traditionellen Chic

Prinzenhaus ist ein junges Modelabel, das mit Liebe zum Detail und hochwertigen Materialien überzeugt. Der German Preppy Brand will begeistern: lebendige Farben, ausdrucksstarker Stil und einer Community, die eines verbindet: die Leidenschaft für Mode und Pferde. Die Idee für Prinzenhaus entstand bereits 2014, als Gründer und Inhaber Julius von Staff-Reitzenstein farbenfrohe Reitersocken kreierte. Heute umfasst die junge Modemarke eine komplette Apparel-Linie für Sie und Ihn sowie einige Accessoires.

Prinzenhaus ist ein junges Modelabel, das mit Liebe zum Detail und hochwertigen Materialien überzeugt. Der German Preppy Brand will begeistern: lebendige Farben, ausdrucksstarker Stil und einer Community, die eines verbindet: die Leidenschaft für Mode und Pferde. Die Idee für Prinzenhaus entstand bereits 2014, als Gründer und Inhaber Julius von Staff-Reitzenstein farbenfrohe Reitersocken kreierte. Heute umfasst die junge Modemarke eine komplette Apparel-Linie für Sie und Ihn sowie einige Accessoires.

Die Reise von Prinzenhaus begann mit einem schlichten, aber feinen Strumpf. Aus der Leidenschaft für den Reitsport entwickelte Julius von Staff-Reitzenstein mit einem Freund farbenfrohe und hochwertige Reiterstrümpfe, die schnell an Beliebtheit gewannen. Dieser Schritt legte den Grundstein für das zukünftige Wachstum der Marke. Julius und sein Team entwarfen eine komplette Modekollektion für Sie und Ihn. Prinzenhaus trat 2024 bereits bei verschiedenen Reitsportevents wie der Horses & Dreams mit einem ersten eigenen Premium Pop-up zur Vorstellung der Kollektion auf und plant für 2025, auch bei Poloturnieren sowie weiteren Veranstaltungen präsent zu sein, um neue Zielgruppen zu erreichen.
 
„Schon immer war ich fashionbegeistert und hatte den Traum, ein eigenes Modelabel zu gründen – langlebige Lieblingsteile aus hochwertigen Stoffen, in Europa produziert, farbenfroh, frech und jung im Stil. Prinzenhaus ist für mich mehr als ein Fashionlabel. Es ist eine Community inspirierender Menschen, die durch ihre Leidenschaft für Kreativität und Fortschritt verbunden sind. Wir stehen für einen Lebensstil, der Individualität und Zeitgeist harmonisch verbindet und viel Wert auf eine hochwertige Produktion legt. Unsere Kollektion soll zeitlos sein und Persönlichkeit ausdrücken – Stücke, die man gerne, lange trägt und die Geschichten erzählen,“ so Julius von Staff-Reitzenstein.
 
Ein klarer Fokus liegt auf zeitlosen Fashion-Pieces, die farbliche Akzente setzen. Neben Kleidung für Damen und Herren sowie Unisex Teilen bietet das Label eine breite Auswahl an Accessoires: von stilvollen Schabracken und Hundesweatern bis hin zu luxuriöser Homewear für Modebegeisterte und ihre vierbeinigen Begleiter.
 
Die erste Kollektion 2024 ist eine Hommage an zeitlose Eleganz und modernen Chic. Klassische Silhouetten treffen auf zeitgenössische Akzente und werden aus sorgfältig ausgewählten Materialien gefertigt. Die Kollektionen umfassen Shirts, Pullover, Hosen, Jacken für Sie, Ihn sowie Unisex Varianten in den Größen von S bis XL oder wie der PRINZENHAUS Poncho in One Size. Das Pacelli Polo Shirt, das Schönfeld Hemd, der Wilhelm V-Neck Sweater, der Tillberg Turtle Neck Pullover, der Torlonia Turtle Neck sowie der ikonische PRINZENHAUS Staff Knit Sweater und der Tournay Trenchcoat sind Unisex erhältlich.

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Prinzenhaus
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Prinzenhaus

Graphic Schneider Group
14.10.2024

Authentico® by Schneider Group: Fabric collections of the Marzotto Group brands

Authentico® by Schneider Group as a brand stands for a complete, transparent, verified, traceable, ethical and high-quality wool supply chain – from farm to garment. It aims to be recognised as the global brand that enables the fashion industry, together with end-consumers, to choose new levels of premium quality comprising fully traceable and responsible wool, in compliance with a carefully structured approach that verifies, traces and brands the sourcing and manufacturing processes throughout the whole supply chain. Authentico® is based on the Schneider Group global certified network.

For the second year Authentico® by Schneider Group attends the Textile Exchange Conference, that will be held on October 28-31 at Pasadena Convention Center, CA.
The Conference will be an opportunity to discover the Authentico® by Schneider Group brand story together with a selection of the first Authentico® fabric collections in partnership with Marzotto Group.

Authentico® by Schneider Group as a brand stands for a complete, transparent, verified, traceable, ethical and high-quality wool supply chain – from farm to garment. It aims to be recognised as the global brand that enables the fashion industry, together with end-consumers, to choose new levels of premium quality comprising fully traceable and responsible wool, in compliance with a carefully structured approach that verifies, traces and brands the sourcing and manufacturing processes throughout the whole supply chain. Authentico® is based on the Schneider Group global certified network.

For the second year Authentico® by Schneider Group attends the Textile Exchange Conference, that will be held on October 28-31 at Pasadena Convention Center, CA.
The Conference will be an opportunity to discover the Authentico® by Schneider Group brand story together with a selection of the first Authentico® fabric collections in partnership with Marzotto Group.

The partnership with Marzotto, launched during the July edition of Milano Unica, has the goal of guaranteeing a complete, transparent, ethical and high-quality supply chain for wool fabrics where style and quality are supported by the responsible production and innovation of two consolidated groups that combine a long tradition of savoir faire with the name “Marzotto” and the know-how of the Schneider Group and its brand Authentico® with the increasingly pressing need to guarantee traceability and ethics along the entire supply chain, in order to add value to value.

The result of Marzotto Group joining Authentico® was the beginning of a journey for various wool mills in the group like Fratelli Tallia di Delfino, Guabello|1815, Marzotto Fabrics, Marlane and the women’s divisions Opera Piemontese and Estethia G. B. Conte, which began during Milano Unica and continues at the Textile Exchange Conference.

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C.L.A.S.S. Eco Hub

Photo: Archroma
14.10.2024

Archroma: Breakthrough in bio-based textile printing

Utilizing renewable materials* and formaldehyde-free chemistries, the industry-first Archroma NTR Printing System combines newly created pigment black and customized auxiliaries for enhanced sustainability, comfort and durability
 
Archroma, a company in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, introduced the NTR Printing System to make bio-based pigment printing commercially possible for the first time. Based on renewable raw materials and designed for safer chemistry, it helps apparel and textile brands reduce their environmental footprint while producing brilliant black shades on garments that deliver both comfort and durability.

Bio-based pigment printing is an emerging technology that is attracting major interest from brands that want to use pigments derived from natural sources, such as plants, in the production of environmentally conscious textiles. Until now, however, bio-based pigments have not delivered color fastness that is comparable to synthetic pigments, and color quality and production performance have not been sufficient to support commercial-scale production.

Utilizing renewable materials* and formaldehyde-free chemistries, the industry-first Archroma NTR Printing System combines newly created pigment black and customized auxiliaries for enhanced sustainability, comfort and durability
 
Archroma, a company in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, introduced the NTR Printing System to make bio-based pigment printing commercially possible for the first time. Based on renewable raw materials and designed for safer chemistry, it helps apparel and textile brands reduce their environmental footprint while producing brilliant black shades on garments that deliver both comfort and durability.

Bio-based pigment printing is an emerging technology that is attracting major interest from brands that want to use pigments derived from natural sources, such as plants, in the production of environmentally conscious textiles. Until now, however, bio-based pigments have not delivered color fastness that is comparable to synthetic pigments, and color quality and production performance have not been sufficient to support commercial-scale production.

Archroma’s NTR Printing System is the first to utilize renewable feedstock across pigment dispersion, binder and fixing agent. Crucially, it ensures good wet-rubbing and dry-rubbing fastness, with outstanding softness on all kinds of fabrics. Furthermore, it is suitable for most popular application technologies, including printing, coating and continuous pigment dyeing, with outstanding runnability for production efficiency.

“These properties make the new NTR Printing System ideal for the highly competitive denim market, where sustainability, comfort and durability are important; for knits, where very soft handfeel is essential; and on babywear, where both exceptional softness and safety are required,” Joaquin Femat, Market Segment Director for Printing, Archroma, said.

The result of more than two years of research and development, the innovative new NTR Printing System required Archroma to create customized binding and fixing agents to ensure fastness for the pigment black dispersion comparable to current petroleum-based printing systems. All three printing elements are partially based on renewable feedstock to reduce reliance on non-renewable petrochemicals. Archroma also developed the new system to avoid toxic input streams and impurities, including formaldehyde. Two successful bulk trials were conducted with Textprint S. A. and Jeanologia.

The NTR printing system comprises the following highly efficient and robust printing elements:

  • PRINTOFIX® BLACK NTR-TF: A non-gelling pigment black with 79% renewable carbon content*, designed for use in textile applications with no impact on fastness levels.
  • HELIZARIN® NTR-SS: A formaldehyde-free super-soft binder with 40% renewable carbon content, designed to ensure very good overall fastness levels.
  • LUPRINTOL® FIXING AGENT NTR-HF: A formaldehyde-free fixing agent with 40% renewable carbon content**, designed for high wet fastness in rubbing and laundry.

All three elements are currently being evaluated for compliance with globally accepted standards like bluesign®, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC). The system also supports major industry restricted substances list (RSL) requirements.

 

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Archroma

VDMA Press Conference ITMA ASIA 2024 VDMA Textile Machinery
VDMA Press Conference ITMA ASIA 2024
14.10.2024

Smart technologies for green textile production at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024

With 42 exhibiting member companies, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 is once again marked by a strong presence of VDMA companies. They cover nearly all different machinery chapters with a focus on spinning and man-made fibers, nonwovens, weaving, braiding, knitting & warp knitting, finishing & dyeing as well as technologies for textile recycling and processing of recycled material.
In total, the German participation at the fair is the largest from outside China.

The VDMA team in Shanghai is staffed again with colleagues from the VDMA headquarters in Germany as well as from VDMA China. With these joined forces, the team is well prepared to support the exhibiting member companies on site.

With 42 exhibiting member companies, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 is once again marked by a strong presence of VDMA companies. They cover nearly all different machinery chapters with a focus on spinning and man-made fibers, nonwovens, weaving, braiding, knitting & warp knitting, finishing & dyeing as well as technologies for textile recycling and processing of recycled material.
In total, the German participation at the fair is the largest from outside China.

The VDMA team in Shanghai is staffed again with colleagues from the VDMA headquarters in Germany as well as from VDMA China. With these joined forces, the team is well prepared to support the exhibiting member companies on site.

Dr. Harald Weber, Managing Director VDMA Textile Machinery Association, summarised: “Although facing a difficult market situation, this year’s ITMA ASIA is an essential showcase for the member companies of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association. There is definitely no shortage of chances and opportunities in China and other Asian markets. The exhibiting members will demonstrate their smart technologies that can pave the way to a green textile production and are looking forward to welcoming numerous visitors from various countries to their booths in Shanghai.”

China is aiming at a green and low CO2 development of its textile industry. At a press conference on the first day of ITMA ASIA + CITME, Georg Stausberg, member of the board of VDMA Textile Machinery and CEO of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division said: “Topics, such as energy efficiency and the careful use of resources have become increasingly important for Asian customers in recent years, not least due to stricter legal framework conditions. VDMA members and their technologies are the right partners on the road to a greener and low CO2 textile production.”
 
Export performance
Already in 2023, the global textile machinery exports decreased by 18.6 % compared to 2022. This was a challenge all major textile machinery producing countries had to face. However, the German exports remained relatively strong and only declined by 3.4 % in 2023. 2024 did not see a change in the global textile industry and thus the German exports have now also dropped significantly. Between January and July 2024, German exports of textile machinery and accessories summed up to 1.2 billion € (2023: 1.6 billion €). The shipping to almost all major markets decreased between January and July: China: 242 million € (2023: 384 million €), Turkey: 140 million € (2023: 180 million €), USA: 118 million € (2023: 152 million €), India: 100 million € (2023: 153 million €).

Sales opportunities in Asia
An economic survey of VDMA in September, to which 20 textile machinery companies replied, reflects the global challenging situation. Around 36 % assessed their current business situation as satisfactory, 54 % said it was bad. Only very few companies expect the global situation to improve in the next six months.

However, looking at the sales opportunities by regions/countries in Asia, most of the responding companies expect a better business situation in the Asian markets except China in six months. The business situation is expected to be on a satisfactory level then. With regard to this, a presence at ITMA ASIA in Shanghai and next year in Singapore is important for VDMA members to continuously show their innovations and to keep contact with the customers in Asia.

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VDMA Textile Machinery

Graphic LM Wind Power
14.10.2024

Wind Turbine Blade Recycling: ZEBRA Project Demonstrates Closed-Loop System

The ZEBRA (Zero wastE Blade ReseArch) project marks a significant leap forward in the recycling and circular economy for wind turbine blades. This collaborative effort demonstrates a breakthrough in the complete recycling of thermoplastic blades achieving significant environmental and economic benefits.

The ZEBRA project is a unique partnership led by the French Institute for Technological Research, IRT Jules Verne. Joining forces are industry leaders Arkema (resin supplier), Owens Corning (glass fiber supplier), LM Wind Power (blade manufacturer), SUEZ (dismantling and waste processing), CANOE R&D center (recycling technology), and ENGIE (life cycle analysis).

Each company played a crucial role in the development of the closed-loop recycling process:

The ZEBRA (Zero wastE Blade ReseArch) project marks a significant leap forward in the recycling and circular economy for wind turbine blades. This collaborative effort demonstrates a breakthrough in the complete recycling of thermoplastic blades achieving significant environmental and economic benefits.

The ZEBRA project is a unique partnership led by the French Institute for Technological Research, IRT Jules Verne. Joining forces are industry leaders Arkema (resin supplier), Owens Corning (glass fiber supplier), LM Wind Power (blade manufacturer), SUEZ (dismantling and waste processing), CANOE R&D center (recycling technology), and ENGIE (life cycle analysis).

Each company played a crucial role in the development of the closed-loop recycling process:

  • Arkema developed and validated the generation of recycled Elium® monomer through thermolysis, and, together with its subsidiary Bostik, an innovative adhesive for the blade assembly that is recycled together with Elium® paving the way for industrial-scale implementation.
  • Owens Corning successfully recovered glass fiber at pilot scale, enabling its reintroduction into the production process for their Sustaina® product line.
  • LM Wind Power manufactured two wind turbine blades with Arkema’s Elium® resin and Owens Corning’s Ultrablade® fabrics; one blade including a large structural element made with recycled Elium® resin.
  • SUEZ provided cutting and grinding expertise for processing the blades.
  • CANOE R&D center optimized recycling for production and carbon blade waste, additionally developing methods for repurposing waste streams through mechanical recycling.
  • ENGIE conducted a comprehensive life cycle analysis demonstrating the environmental benefits of closed-loop ZEBRA blades and validated their economic viability.

A Sustainable Future for Wind Energy
The ZEBRA project successfully recycled Elium® resin and Ultrablade® fabrics from wind turbine blades and manufacturing waste, reformulating them back into usable materials. This closed-loop process addresses the growing challenge of end-of-life blade management within the wind energy industry.

  • Recycled Elium® Monomer: Arkema achieved a yield of over 75% in the thermolysis process, paving the way for industrial-scale production of recycled resin.
  • Recovered Glass Fiber: Owens Corning successfully retrieved glass fiber for remelting and reintegration into their Sustaina® product line.
  • Life Cycle and Cost Analysis: ENGIE's study confirmed the significant environmental benefits and economic viability of ZEBRA blades when assuming a closed-loop recycling system from production to end-of-life.

ZEBRA blade using Elium® thermoplastic resin, Bostik’s highly compatible adhesive and Ultrablade® fabrics is bringing the best closed-loop recycling solution compared to traditional thermoset system. The operating cost and investments for recycling facility are significantly lowered. The CO2 emission linked to the recycling operations is reduced as well. All those results are making the closed-loop recycling solution of ZEBRA blades a viable option both on economic and environmental standpoints.

By demonstrating the feasibility of full wind turbine blade recycling, the ZEBRA project paves the way for a more sustainable future in the wind energy sector.

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LM Wind Power

11.10.2024

Lectra: Neue Technologie-Plattform Valia Fashion

Lectra unterstützt die digitale Transformation und den Übergang zur Industrie 4.0 von Bekleidungs-, Automobil- und Möbelunternehmen.

Die neue digitale Plattform Valia Fashion kombiniert die Leistungsfähigkeit Künstlicher Intelligenz mit dem Know-how von Lectra im Bereich Bekleidung.

Valia Fashion soll die Bekleidungsbranche revolutionieren. Die Plattform verbindet, automatisiert und optimiert die verschiedenen Produktionsstufen der Bekleidungsfertigung – von der Auftragsbearbeitung bis zum Stoffschnitt. Durch die verbesserte Materialnutzung will Valia Fashion die gesamte Wertschöpfungskette optimieren und so eine nahtlose Verbindung zwischen Brands, Herstellern und Zulieferern schaffen, um den Anforderungen aller Beteiligten besser gerecht zu werden.

Lectra unterstützt die digitale Transformation und den Übergang zur Industrie 4.0 von Bekleidungs-, Automobil- und Möbelunternehmen.

Die neue digitale Plattform Valia Fashion kombiniert die Leistungsfähigkeit Künstlicher Intelligenz mit dem Know-how von Lectra im Bereich Bekleidung.

Valia Fashion soll die Bekleidungsbranche revolutionieren. Die Plattform verbindet, automatisiert und optimiert die verschiedenen Produktionsstufen der Bekleidungsfertigung – von der Auftragsbearbeitung bis zum Stoffschnitt. Durch die verbesserte Materialnutzung will Valia Fashion die gesamte Wertschöpfungskette optimieren und so eine nahtlose Verbindung zwischen Brands, Herstellern und Zulieferern schaffen, um den Anforderungen aller Beteiligten besser gerecht zu werden.

Angesichts der technologischen Herausforderungen, die durch die Transformation eines Marktes entstehen, der zunehmend Agilität und Kostenkontrolle erfordert, ist der Übergang zu Industrie 4.0 entscheidend für die Leistung, Rentabilität und Nachhaltigkeit von Produktionsprozessen. Mit Valia Fashion könnten sich Brands, Hersteller und Zulieferer in der Bekleidungsbranche leichter und schneller anpassen, unabhängig von der Art ihrer Produktion (kleine, mittlere oder große Serien oder On-Demand-Produktion), so die Einschätzung der Lectra Gruppe.

Mit dem boomenden Onlinehandel, der steigenden Nachfrage nach personalisierten Produkten, der rasanten Entwicklung von Trends, der kostspieligen Lagerverwaltung und dem verstärkten Fokus auf Preisen sowie Umwelt- und Sozialfragen verändern sich die Konsumgewohnheiten von Verbrauchern grundlegend. Das wirkt sich merklich auf Lieferketten und die Bekleidungsproduktion aus, weshalb viele Brands nun neben ihren üblichen Saisonkollektionen bevorzugt Kleinserien produzieren.
Hersteller und Zulieferer stehen außerdem mehr, aber dafür kleineren Aufträgen entgegen, was Skaleneffekte mindert. Deshalb müssen Akteure in der Bekleidungsindustrie agiler werden und ihre Produktionskosten strenger kontrollieren. Gleichzeitig stehen sie in der Pflicht, sich zielführend mit Umweltfragen auseinanderzusetzen. Um diesen Wandel erfolgreich zu meistern, müssen die verschiedenen an der Produktion beteiligten Akteure in Echtzeit kommunizieren und Informationen verarbeiten können. Digitalisierung ist daher unerlässlich, um zukünftig effektiv zusammenzuarbeiten und das Branchenwissen zu bewahren.

„Mit Valia Fashion optimieren und sichern unsere Kunden ihre Produktionsprozesse. Sie profitieren von einem vollständig automatisierten und vernetzten Arbeitsablauf sowohl intern als auch innerhalb ihres Ökosystems. Mit dem Einsatz unserer Zuschnittsysteme optimieren sie außerdem Stoffschneideanlagen und ihren Materialverbrauch. Wir haben unser Know-how aus der Bekleidungsindustrie mit den Möglichkeiten der Künstlichen Intelligenz kombiniert, um unseren Kunden mit Valia Fashion zu ermöglichen, effizienter zusammenzuarbeiten, ihre Gewinnspannen zu erhalten und ihr Wachstum zu steigern – und gleichzeitig die Anforderungen an eine nachhaltige Entwicklung zu erfüllen, die in der Bekleidungsindustrie immer wichtiger werden,” erklärt Maximilien Abadie, Chief Strategy Officer und Chief Product Officer bei Lectra.

Motiv zur Branchenkampagne #NurMitMedTech (c) BVMed
11.10.2024

BVMed: Neue Branchenkampagne #NurMitMedTech zur Bedeutung von Medizintechnologien

Der Bundesverband Medizintechnologie (BVMed) startet unter dem Hashtag #NurMitMedTech eine neue Branchenkampagne zur Bedeutung von Medizintechnologien für die Gesundheitsversorgung und den Wirtschaftsstandort Deutschland.

„Die MedTech-Branche trägt mit ihren Technologien, Produkten und Verfahren zu einer besseren Patient:innen-Versorgung sowie zu effizienteren Prozessen und Entlastung des medizinischen Personals bei. MedTech ist unentbehrlich für unsere Gesundheitsversorgung und Teil der Lösung für die Herausforderungen der Zukunft! Das wollen wir mit unserer Kampagne #NurMitMedTech verdeutlichen“, so BVMed-Geschäftsführer und Vorstandsmitglied Dr. Marc-Pierre Möll. Ziel sei „ein klares Bekenntnis der Politik zum Medizintechnik-Standort Deutschland: Medizintechnik muss in allen Versorgungsbereichen und Reformvorhaben mitgedacht werden.“

Der BVMed bemängelt, dass bei den notwendigen Weichenstellungen, um den Standort Deutschland und Europa wieder attraktiver zu gestalten, Medizintechnik nicht berücksichtigt werde: ob beim Draghi-Report auf europäischer Ebene oder Wachstumsinitiative und Pharma-Strategie auf nationaler Ebene.

Der Bundesverband Medizintechnologie (BVMed) startet unter dem Hashtag #NurMitMedTech eine neue Branchenkampagne zur Bedeutung von Medizintechnologien für die Gesundheitsversorgung und den Wirtschaftsstandort Deutschland.

„Die MedTech-Branche trägt mit ihren Technologien, Produkten und Verfahren zu einer besseren Patient:innen-Versorgung sowie zu effizienteren Prozessen und Entlastung des medizinischen Personals bei. MedTech ist unentbehrlich für unsere Gesundheitsversorgung und Teil der Lösung für die Herausforderungen der Zukunft! Das wollen wir mit unserer Kampagne #NurMitMedTech verdeutlichen“, so BVMed-Geschäftsführer und Vorstandsmitglied Dr. Marc-Pierre Möll. Ziel sei „ein klares Bekenntnis der Politik zum Medizintechnik-Standort Deutschland: Medizintechnik muss in allen Versorgungsbereichen und Reformvorhaben mitgedacht werden.“

Der BVMed bemängelt, dass bei den notwendigen Weichenstellungen, um den Standort Deutschland und Europa wieder attraktiver zu gestalten, Medizintechnik nicht berücksichtigt werde: ob beim Draghi-Report auf europäischer Ebene oder Wachstumsinitiative und Pharma-Strategie auf nationaler Ebene.

Dabei sei die Medizintechnik mit ihren 265.000 Arbeitsplätzen und 68 Prozent Exportquote eine Schlüsselindustrie für den Wirtschaftsstandort. Die technologischen Produkte und Lösungen sind unentbehrlich für die Gesundheit und Lebensqualität der Menschen. Und: „Die MedTech-Branche hat Lösungen für die großen gesellschaftlichen Herausforderungen unserer Zeit: für die demografische Entwicklung mit immer mehr älteren und multimorbide Menschen, für den Fachkräftemangel. Es geht nur mit Hilfe von modernen Technologien“, so Möll.

Der BVMed-Appell an Politik und Selbstverwaltung lautet deshalb: Medizintechnik muss in allen Versorgungsbereichen und Reformvorhaben mitgedacht werden – als Teil der Lösung! „Es geht nur mit uns. Es geht #NurMitMedTech“, so der BVMed. Der MedTech-Verband setzt sich deshalb für einen konkreten Medizintechnik-Maßnahmenplan ein, der das Versprechen aus dem Koalitionsvertrag, den MedTech-Standort Deutschland zu stärken, endlich umsetzt.

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BVMed Kampagne Wirtschaftspolitik
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BVMed

Photo COLOURizd™
11.10.2024

Strategic Partnership between COLOURizd and Re-Matters

Re-Matters Textile Recycling Solutions is an innovative start-up promoting circular value streams within the textile industry. The company announced a strategic partnership with COLOURizd, a pioneer in sustainable textile coloration technology.
 
This collaboration aims to support the transformation of the industry by combining COLOURizd' cutting-edge dyeing technology with Re-Matters' circular expertise to drive more sustainable practices throughout the supply chain.
 
Established in 2023, Re-Matters was created in response to mounting global environmental concerns and the rising need for sustainable textile solutions. Leveraging over 40 years of experience from their parent company, Ereks Blue Matters, Re-Matters offers engineering and consultancy services to the textile supply chain in assisting organizations in minimizing their environmental footprint through tailored solutions that emphasize reduction, reuse, recycling, and regeneration.
 

Re-Matters Textile Recycling Solutions is an innovative start-up promoting circular value streams within the textile industry. The company announced a strategic partnership with COLOURizd, a pioneer in sustainable textile coloration technology.
 
This collaboration aims to support the transformation of the industry by combining COLOURizd' cutting-edge dyeing technology with Re-Matters' circular expertise to drive more sustainable practices throughout the supply chain.
 
Established in 2023, Re-Matters was created in response to mounting global environmental concerns and the rising need for sustainable textile solutions. Leveraging over 40 years of experience from their parent company, Ereks Blue Matters, Re-Matters offers engineering and consultancy services to the textile supply chain in assisting organizations in minimizing their environmental footprint through tailored solutions that emphasize reduction, reuse, recycling, and regeneration.
 
COLOURizd' innovative QuantumCOLOUR technology enables the coloring of recycled materials without the need for bleaching or color removal. This technology preserves the integrity of the fibers and enhances yarn properties, such as strength, reduced pilling, and decreased hairiness. The process uses just 1 liter of water per kilogram of yarn and produces zero wastewater, making it an ideal solution for companies looking to improve their sustainability profile.
 
Re-Matters and COLOURizd will exhibit at the upcoming Textile Exchange Conference in Pasadena, CA, USA, from October 28 to 31, 2024.
 
This year's theme, The Case for Change, will explore how integrating best practices for climate and nature into business operations can build resilience for the future. Both companies will showcase their innovative solutions and discuss their collaborative efforts to promote a more sustainable textile industry.

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COLOURizd™ / Re-Matters

Graphic Perstorp
11.10.2024

Perstorp: EcoVadis platinum rating for sustainability work

Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, a wholly owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), received a platinum medal for being among the top 1 percent of companies assessed for sustainability by EcoVadis.

Perstorp progressed in all four assessed areas compared to the previous year; Environment, Labor & Human rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.

Since its founding in 2007, EcoVadis has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, creating a global network of more than 130,000 rated companies. The EcoVadis sustainability assessment methodology is an evaluation of how well a company has integrated the principles of Sustainability/CSR into their business and management system. The methodology is built on international sustainability standards, including the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and the ISO 26000, covering 220+ spend categories and 180+ countries.

Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, a wholly owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), received a platinum medal for being among the top 1 percent of companies assessed for sustainability by EcoVadis.

Perstorp progressed in all four assessed areas compared to the previous year; Environment, Labor & Human rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.

Since its founding in 2007, EcoVadis has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, creating a global network of more than 130,000 rated companies. The EcoVadis sustainability assessment methodology is an evaluation of how well a company has integrated the principles of Sustainability/CSR into their business and management system. The methodology is built on international sustainability standards, including the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and the ISO 26000, covering 220+ spend categories and 180+ countries.

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Perstorp EcoVadis
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Perstorp

Bangladesh Climate Action Forum Photo Bangladesh Apparel Exchange
11.10.2024

Bangladesh Climate Action Forum 2024

The Bangladesh Climate Action Forum 2024 was held at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel on 10th October 2024. Over 450 delegates from across the globe came together to foster dialogue, collaboration, and actionable strategies to advance Bangladesh's sustainability goals.
The Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) organized the forum as a pivotal platform uniting industry leaders, government officials, climate advocates, innovators, brands, development organizations, policymakers, and academics.

The theme of this year's Bangladesh Fashion: Driving Collective Climate Action highlighted the urgent need for sustainability within the fashion and apparel sector. The forum was significant as a catalyst for dialogue and collaboration among various stakeholders. Enhancing climate leadership and technical skills makes the forum crucial in propelling the nation toward a sustainable and resilient future.

The Bangladesh Climate Action Forum 2024 was held at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel on 10th October 2024. Over 450 delegates from across the globe came together to foster dialogue, collaboration, and actionable strategies to advance Bangladesh's sustainability goals.
The Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) organized the forum as a pivotal platform uniting industry leaders, government officials, climate advocates, innovators, brands, development organizations, policymakers, and academics.

The theme of this year's Bangladesh Fashion: Driving Collective Climate Action highlighted the urgent need for sustainability within the fashion and apparel sector. The forum was significant as a catalyst for dialogue and collaboration among various stakeholders. Enhancing climate leadership and technical skills makes the forum crucial in propelling the nation toward a sustainable and resilient future.

In his opening remarks, Mostafiz Uddin, Founder & CEO of Bangladesh Apparel Exchange, said:
“You care about the planet, you care about the country, and that is why all of you are here today. All of you are my inspiration. Climate action is no more a burden. For entrepreneurs, it's a business opportunity.”
“This is how I think. For all of you, you all love Bangladesh and want to eliminate poverty and disasters. Cheap labor is no longer a competitive advantage for Bangladesh. If we as entrepreneurs do not achieve the target set by our clients, we will not be able to succeed. To achieve the targets, the manufacturers need more shared responsibility, collaboration, and support.”

This year’s event featured keynote addresses, panel discussions, presentations, and workshops, where more than about 42 national and international experts shared insights on building a climate-resilient and carbon-neutral future through collaboration and innovation and the launch of two significant initiatives occurred during the event: the Soldiered 'Better Mills Initiative' and the OnetrueSOLar Fund. In addition, key presentations focused on Solar Rooftop System Optimization, Thermal Energy System Optimization, and Clean by Design: Lessons from Bangladesh and Impact. dedicated to enhancing sustainable practices in Bangladesh. Key partners supported the forum included the Apparel Impact Institute, Cascale, the European Union, GIZ, H&M, the Embassy of the Netherlands in Bangladesh, PDS Limited, and Target.

The event unites many contributors such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources; Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change; the Bangladesh Power Management Institute (BPMI), the Embassy of Denmark in Bangladesh, the Embassy of France in Bangladesh, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangladesh, ILO, Laudes Foundation, Oxfam in Bangladesh USAID Bangladesh.

Additionally, an engineering workshop showcased the expertise of industry-leading organizations, including Armstrong Fluid Technology, Forbes Marshall, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, Illukkumbura Industrial Automation (Pvt) Ltd., and Jinko Solar. Over 300 engineers from apparel manufacturing units participated, gaining practical strategies to drive sustainability and decarbonization efforts within their organizations.

Filznadelmodul Foto Groz-Beckert KG
Filznadelmodul
11.10.2024

Groz-Beckert auf der ITMA Asia + CITME 2024

Groz-Beckert präsentiert im Oktober in Shanghai Highlights und Neuheiten seiner sechs Produktbereiche – Knitting, Weaving, Nonwovens, Tufting, Sewing und Spinning.

Knitting
Die Produktgruppe Rundstrick stellt zwei neue Stricksysteme und eine neue Schiebernadel vor, die gemeinsam mit Kooperationspartnern entwickelt wurden.

Eines der neuen Stricksysteme bilden die innovativen Rundstrickmaschinennadeln LCmax™ in Kombination mit dem neuentwickelten Sinker SNK-F. Die LCmax™ weist eine völlig neue, wellenförmige Schaftgeometrie auf. Der Einsatz der Nadel reduziert die Energiekosten im Strickprozess durch minimalen Stromverbrauch und reduzierte Maschinentemperaturen. Im Vergleich zu einer Standardnadel können durch Verwendung der LCmax™ bis zu 20 % des Energieverbrauchs eingespart werden. Zeitgleich ermöglicht die LCmax™ die Ausnutzung der maximalen Maschinengeschwindigkeit und eine einfache Handhabung.

Der neue Sinker SNK-F weist eine deutlich höhere Verschleißfestigkeit auf. Er ermöglicht einen ruhigeren Lauf der Rundstrickmaschine sowie eine verbesserte Maschenstruktur.

Groz-Beckert präsentiert im Oktober in Shanghai Highlights und Neuheiten seiner sechs Produktbereiche – Knitting, Weaving, Nonwovens, Tufting, Sewing und Spinning.

Knitting
Die Produktgruppe Rundstrick stellt zwei neue Stricksysteme und eine neue Schiebernadel vor, die gemeinsam mit Kooperationspartnern entwickelt wurden.

Eines der neuen Stricksysteme bilden die innovativen Rundstrickmaschinennadeln LCmax™ in Kombination mit dem neuentwickelten Sinker SNK-F. Die LCmax™ weist eine völlig neue, wellenförmige Schaftgeometrie auf. Der Einsatz der Nadel reduziert die Energiekosten im Strickprozess durch minimalen Stromverbrauch und reduzierte Maschinentemperaturen. Im Vergleich zu einer Standardnadel können durch Verwendung der LCmax™ bis zu 20 % des Energieverbrauchs eingespart werden. Zeitgleich ermöglicht die LCmax™ die Ausnutzung der maximalen Maschinengeschwindigkeit und eine einfache Handhabung.

Der neue Sinker SNK-F weist eine deutlich höhere Verschleißfestigkeit auf. Er ermöglicht einen ruhigeren Lauf der Rundstrickmaschine sowie eine verbesserte Maschenstruktur.

Die neue SAN™ DUO bildet gemeinsam mit dem innovativen Sinker SNK DUO-OL das zweite neue Stricksystem von Groz-Beckert. Sowohl die SANTM DUO als auch der Sinker SNK DUO-OL zeichnen sich durch einen besonders niedrigen Schaft mit Sollbruchkerbe aus. Der niedrige Schaft minimiert die Verschmutzung im Strickprozess. Die Sollbruchkerbe ermöglicht wiederum einen kontrollierten Nadelbruch bei Verschleiß an der gewünschten Stelle. Dies reduziert die Fehler im Strickprozess sowie die Stillstandzeiten.

Eine weitere Innovation ist eine neue Schiebernadel von Groz-Beckert für Rundstrickmaschinen. Bei dieser Nadelvariante wird der Schließer sicher und exakt in der Hohlkehle im Nadelschaft geführt. Zeitgleich ist der Boden des Nadelschaftes jedoch geschlossen gearbeitet, was eine maximale Stabilität gewährleistet. Durch die Schiebernadel entfällt der Zungenschlag, wodurch sie entscheidend zur Prozesssicherheit beiträgt.

Der Bereich Flachstrick stellt die Sonderanwendungsnadeln in den Mittelpunkt seiner Präsentation. Die SAN™ TT ist besonders für das Stricken von engen Maschen im Bereich der technischen oder medizinischen Textilien geeignet. Die neue SAN FY ist für die Verarbeitung robuster, ungleichmäßiger Effektgarne konzipiert. Die Vorteile der SAN-Reihe liegen in der Erhöhung der Prozesssicherheit und Verringerung der Nadelbruchrate sowie einem besonders exakten Maschenbild.

Nonwovens
Produkte für die klassische Vernadelung, die Wasserstrahlverfestigung sowie das Kardieren in der Vliesstoffindustrie präsentiert der Produktbereich Nonwovens. Im Bereich der Filznadeln werden den Besuchern zwei Neuheiten präsentiert: eine neue Kerbenform bei Filznadeln sowie das Groz-Beckert Filznadelmodul. Das neue Kerbendesign der Filznadeln wurde speziell für die Vernadelung hochabrasiver Fasern entwickelt, um einen zeitverzögerten Verschleiß zu erzielen. Die Kerbenform reduziert zudem das Verstopfen der Kerben bspw. bei der Vernadelung von Bentonitmatten.

Das neue Groz-Beckert Filznadelmodul wurde in Kooperation mit der Dilo Group entwickelt für deren MicroPunch-Intensivvernadelungstechnologie. Die Filznadeln von Groz-Beckert sind als Modul in eine Kunststoffform eingebettet. Die Filznadelmodule zeichnen sich durch eine sehr hohe Verformungsfestigkeit aus und bieten neue Dimensionen der Nadeldichte. Dies ermöglicht die neue Intensivvernadelungstechnik, die speziell für leichte Flächengewichte entwickelt wurde. Bestückung und Austausch der Module sind zudem besonders wirtschaftlich.

Spinning
Für Kunden der Spinnereiindustrie stellt der Bereich Spinning eine neue wartungsfreie Tambourgarnitur mit erhöhter Lebensdauer und geringeren Wartungskosten aus. Zudem werden weiterentwickelte Fest- und Wanderdeckel vorgestellt. Die Wanderdeckel wurden auf die Verarbeitung feiner Garne abgestimmt, die Festdeckel wurden mit einem neuen, widerstandsfähigen Aluminiumprofil versehen.

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ITMA Asia + CITME Groz-Beckert
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Groz-Beckert KG

Decathlon, unspun Photo Decathkon
10.10.2024

DECATHLON Pulse und unspun fördern Innovationen in der Modeherstellung

Das Fashion-Tech-Unternehmen unspun und DECATHLON Pulse, der Investitionsarm und das Start-up-Studio der globalen Multisportmarke DECATHLON, haben eine Partnerschaft geschlossen, um die 3D-Webtechnologie Vega™ von unspun in ganz Europa einzusetzen. Die Partnerschaft, die sich auf Investitionen und eine mehrjährige Abnahmevereinbarung bis 2030 konzentriert, zielt darauf ab, die 3D-Webtechnologie von unspun zu verbreiten.

Das Fashion-Tech-Unternehmen unspun und DECATHLON Pulse, der Investitionsarm und das Start-up-Studio der globalen Multisportmarke DECATHLON, haben eine Partnerschaft geschlossen, um die 3D-Webtechnologie Vega™ von unspun in ganz Europa einzusetzen. Die Partnerschaft, die sich auf Investitionen und eine mehrjährige Abnahmevereinbarung bis 2030 konzentriert, zielt darauf ab, die 3D-Webtechnologie von unspun zu verbreiten.

unspun ist ein in den USA gegründetes, B Corp zertifiziertes Fashion-Tech- Unternehmen mit der Mission, die weltweiten menschlichen CO₂-Emissionen um 1 % zu reduzieren. Um dieses Ziel zu erreichen, entwickelt unspun die Werkzeuge, die für eine abfallfreie und zirkuläre Produktion erforderlich sind - eine Zukunft, in der nichts zu Abfall wird. Seine Erfindung, Vega™, ist die weltweit erste 3D-Webtechnologie für Bekleidung. Vega™ webt Kleidung innerhalb von Minuten direkt aus Garn. Es vereinfacht die Mode-Lieferketten zu einem vertikalen Betrieb, unabhängig vom Standort. Diese patentrechtlich geschützte 3D-Web- und digitale Passformtechnologie ermöglicht eine skalierbare Produktion in einer Mikrofabrik für eine lokale, automatisierte und bedarfsgerechte Fertigung. unspun arbeitet mit Marken und Herstellern zusammen, die sich für die Rationalisierung und Dekarbonisierung von Mode-Lieferketten durch automatisierte, lokalisierte und umweltfreundlichere Produktion einsetzen.

DECATHLON Pulse beabsichtigt mit unspun als Industriepartner zusammenzuarbeiten, um die 3D-Webtechnologie in Europa für mehrere europäische Marken einzuführen. unspun will dabei mit Vega™-Maschinen eine Vorreiterrolle bei der lokalen, abfallarmen und bestandsarmen Produktion einnehmen. Die 3D-Webtechnologie Vega™ revolutioniert den Herstellungsprozess, indem sie Halbfertigerzeugnisse direkt aus Garn webt.

Die Vision von unspun geht über die Reduzierung von CO₂-Emissionen in der Modebranche hinaus. Vega™ erschließt ein skalierbares Potenzial für die On-Demand-Produktion, das es Marken ermöglicht, Mikrofabriken für eine lokale und automatisierte Fertigung einzurichten. Mit den bevorstehenden Vorschriften der EU-Abfallrahmenrichtlinie bieten der Ansatz und die Technologie von unspun den Marken eine bessere Verwaltung der Bestände an Fertigwaren, wodurch Abfall durch unverkaufte Waren reduziert wird. Durch die Bekämpfung von Überproduktion und Emissionen ist die Methode von unspun mit geringen Lagerbeständen bedeutsam für die Bekämpfung des wachsenden globalen Abfallproblems, das bis 2050 voraussichtlich um 70 % ansteigen wird.

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Decathlon unspun Webtechnologie
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Decathlon

SEEK Team Photo Premium Exhibitions GmbH
10.10.2024

SEEK RECEPTION - New space, new concept, new timescale

Over the course of one month, from the beginning of January until mid-February 2025, SEEK will play at a new 5-floor location in Berlin (Oranienstrasse), becoming a home to brands, showrooms, agencies, the Conscious Club, marketing-driven events and showcases as well as the return of the infamous Designer Sale.

New space
Five floors of the historic building from 1900, offer the ideal setting of SEEK's new modular system and return to its simple, clean and reduced set up. Every floor is about 600 sqm big, and offers high ceilings, large window facades and therefore lots of daylight as well as wide, open spaces to present the latest products and smaller rooms as a retreat or ideal for private order appointments.
 
The new location, especially with its various floors, offers brands and agencies the opportunity to curate and target specific audiences: whether it's by appointment only, engaging with press and content creators, attracting potential new customers, like-minded individuals, or end-consumers.

Over the course of one month, from the beginning of January until mid-February 2025, SEEK will play at a new 5-floor location in Berlin (Oranienstrasse), becoming a home to brands, showrooms, agencies, the Conscious Club, marketing-driven events and showcases as well as the return of the infamous Designer Sale.

New space
Five floors of the historic building from 1900, offer the ideal setting of SEEK's new modular system and return to its simple, clean and reduced set up. Every floor is about 600 sqm big, and offers high ceilings, large window facades and therefore lots of daylight as well as wide, open spaces to present the latest products and smaller rooms as a retreat or ideal for private order appointments.
 
The new location, especially with its various floors, offers brands and agencies the opportunity to curate and target specific audiences: whether it's by appointment only, engaging with press and content creators, attracting potential new customers, like-minded individuals, or end-consumers.

New concept
SEEK and the team behind the Berlin fashion event puts its 15 years of experience in use and presents a completely new, independent, innovative, agile, solution-focused and adaptable, month-long concept. According to the motto "the customer is always right", SEEK replies and reacts to the markets' and the exhibitors' needs: concentrated and coherent brand scenarios, individually bookable time periods and customised conditions for various needs and objectives.
 
"It's not the right time for a one-size-fits-all approach. The needs, strategies, objectives and timelines of our exhibitors and visitors are more diverse than ever been before. Two set-in-stone days and one big location hosting them all are just not the Zeitgeist anymore. Brands and agencies get together and create smaller, more intimate showroom concepts. The Conscious Club is a close-knit community that thrives from exchange, collaboration and togetherness. Classic calendars as well as designs of mens- and womenswear become blurred. Outdoor and function wear is part of not just streetwear culture any more. We need to react to these trends and offer modular options and dates" says Elli Moreno, SEEK
 
New timescale
The new concept is consciously taking a step back from the traditional trade show calendar and fashion week schedule. This upcoming Autumn/Winter 2025/26 season is the tightest and busiest yet - the perfect starting point to launch SEEK's new concept. The Berlin based fashion and lifestyle event organisers open the doors beginning of January 2025, before the first European trade show takes place, as well as over the course of Berlin Fashion Week, which will take place at the beginning of February.
 
In close conversations with those responsible, SEEK will develop and present coherent concepts, brand scenarios and agencies' showrooms at various appropriate and reasonable times. SEEK, as well as its traditional role as an organiser, will now - more than ever - act as a landlord, communicator, consultant and most importantly: host.
 
"With the new concept we're acting on and expressing what everyone's thinking! The timelines, fashion weeks as well as trade shows and events in Europe are more and more overlapping. We have to stop thinking in black and white, outdated calendars and segments, and dictating when brands and agencies have to write orders and close the books. Flexibility, independence, the very honest, loyal relationships with our exhibitors and visitors and down-to-earthness are our absolute USPs, which we will now benefit from!" Marie-Luise Ahlers, SEEK

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Premium Exhibitions GmbH

Photo PaperTale
10.10.2024

PaperTale: Digital twin supply chain

A digital twin supply chain has recently been established by Swedish start-up PaperTale for Sail Racing – a brand well known for its durable and long-lasting performance garments for the marine industry.

The PaperTale system for Sail Racing fully maps a complex network, beginning with farmers in Australia, moving to garment workers in Pakistan and finally reaching consumers in Scandinavia. It incorporates data collection from the three countries using NFC tags and blockchain technology to provide detailed supply chain insights and ensure regulatory compliance for the brand.

Introducing the usually anonymous factory workers responsible for each individual garment to the person buying it is what sets PaperTale apart from other tracking systems – a next level of personalisation that will make a valuable contribution to raising the debate on the true cost of textiles.

A digital twin supply chain has recently been established by Swedish start-up PaperTale for Sail Racing – a brand well known for its durable and long-lasting performance garments for the marine industry.

The PaperTale system for Sail Racing fully maps a complex network, beginning with farmers in Australia, moving to garment workers in Pakistan and finally reaching consumers in Scandinavia. It incorporates data collection from the three countries using NFC tags and blockchain technology to provide detailed supply chain insights and ensure regulatory compliance for the brand.

Introducing the usually anonymous factory workers responsible for each individual garment to the person buying it is what sets PaperTale apart from other tracking systems – a next level of personalisation that will make a valuable contribution to raising the debate on the true cost of textiles.

“Our system captures the supply chain of a product from cradle to grave, in real-time,” says company founder Bilal Bhatti. “By integrating it into existing planning and management systems, factories and brands can gather and verify the flow of material and their social and environmental data in real-time. Data is added to a public blockchain so it is extremely hard to tamper with, further increasing trust. When a product is finalised, consumers can scan an NFC tag or QR-code to view the entire journey a product has travelled, which craftsmen were involved in the production, and if they have been paid fairly.”

“This technology is a game-changer in that we provide verified information about the social aspects of the manufacturing process and not just information about the components of the garment,” says Bilal. “We need products and processes to be much more connected with people, especially in such a complex supply chain where a high percentage of the work is carried out by contract workers who are unregistered and often exploited.

“When the entire product journey is visible using real-time and verified data, higher trust is created all the way from factories to consumers. Our system makes it possible to start the dialogue on the cost of sustainability, paving the way to increase incentives that result in proper wages, contracts and workplace safety. In respect of environmental sustainability, real-time data makes real-time measurement possible, which will also stimulate brands and factories to reduce emissions, water usage and pollution.”

The collaboration is further highlighted as the primary case study in a just-released white paper prepared by Deloitte, as a guide to how companies could most effectively prepare for the European Commission’s upcoming Digital Product Passport (DPP) and other related legislation.

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PaperTale

Photo Fabtex
10.10.2024

Fabtex Georgia: A Promising Textile Fair in the Caucasia Region

Fabtex Georgia 2024 International Textile Industry Fair has concluded with remarkable success, bringing together over 1,050 professional visitors from 11 countries, including Georgia, Russia, Armenia, India, China, Ukraine, Germany, Iran, Turkey, Poland, and Pakistan.

This year’s exhibition featured 52 exhibitors from Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, the UAE, Uzbekistan, and China, underscoring the event's international significance.

The exhibition's exhibitor profile primarily focuses on knitted fabrics, woven fabrics, fabrics for workwear and uniforms, various accessories, garment and sewing machinery, and ready-to-wear items.

Georgia has a long-standing tradition in the textile sector, dating back to Soviet times, and is currently home to production for international brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Zara, Moncler, and Puma.

Fabtex Georgia 2024 International Textile Industry Fair has concluded with remarkable success, bringing together over 1,050 professional visitors from 11 countries, including Georgia, Russia, Armenia, India, China, Ukraine, Germany, Iran, Turkey, Poland, and Pakistan.

This year’s exhibition featured 52 exhibitors from Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, the UAE, Uzbekistan, and China, underscoring the event's international significance.

The exhibition's exhibitor profile primarily focuses on knitted fabrics, woven fabrics, fabrics for workwear and uniforms, various accessories, garment and sewing machinery, and ready-to-wear items.

Georgia has a long-standing tradition in the textile sector, dating back to Soviet times, and is currently home to production for international brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Zara, Moncler, and Puma.

Georgia’s strategic location at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, coupled with its rich textile history, makes it an ideal hub for textile manufacturing and investment. The country boasts several Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Turkey and CIS nations, as well as a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (DCFTA) with the EU, providing access to a market of approximately 900 million people without customs duties.

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Kuzey Expo

10.10.2024

Girbau awarded EcoVadis bronze medal

Girbau, a leading company in comprehensive textile care solutions, has been awarded the Bronze Medal by EcoVadis. This recognition places Girbau among the top 20%, based on the obtained score, leading companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable business practices and responsible corporate governance across environmental, social, and ethical areas.

EcoVadis evaluates companies across several key areas, including Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Girbau’s bronze rating places the company among the top performers in its sector, reflecting its dedication to reducing environmental impact, ensuring responsible sourcing, and promoting fair labor practices.

Thus award differentiates and recognizes Girbau as a preferred partner within the hospitality sector and among the members of the Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP), an EcoVadis-powered sector initiative.

Girbau, a leading company in comprehensive textile care solutions, has been awarded the Bronze Medal by EcoVadis. This recognition places Girbau among the top 20%, based on the obtained score, leading companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable business practices and responsible corporate governance across environmental, social, and ethical areas.

EcoVadis evaluates companies across several key areas, including Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Girbau’s bronze rating places the company among the top performers in its sector, reflecting its dedication to reducing environmental impact, ensuring responsible sourcing, and promoting fair labor practices.

Thus award differentiates and recognizes Girbau as a preferred partner within the hospitality sector and among the members of the Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP), an EcoVadis-powered sector initiative.

Girbau’s sustainability strategy is built on a foundation of continuous innovation and responsible practices to reduce the environmental impact of its products and operations. Key initiatives include the development of resource-efficient technologies, such as water reuse and treatment systems, and the creation of zero-waste production processes and is working to cut its carbon footprint by promoting the use of long-lasting and low emissions equipment.

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Girbau