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Bettina Bär übernimmt die Leitung der Neonyt und Val:ue im Textilbereich der Messe Frankfurt (c)Messe Frankfurt
Bettina Bär
13.10.2021

Bettina Bär übernimmt die Leitung der Neonyt und Val:ue im Textilbereich der Messe Frankfurt

  • Mit Wirkung zum 15. Oktober 2021 übernimmt Bettina Bär in Personalunion den Show Director-Posten der Neonyt und des neuen Messeformats Val:ue im Bereich Textiles & Textile Technologies der Messe Frankfurt. Beide Messen finden im Rahmen der Frankfurt Fashion Week statt.

Künftig verantwortet Bettina Bär die strategische und konzeptionelle Ausrichtung der beiden Messeformate Neonyt und Val:ue sowie die inhaltliche und organisatorische Umsetzung und weitere Entwicklung derer. Sie löst damit Thimo Schwenzfeier ab, der nach mehr als acht Jahren bei der Messe Frankfurt das Unternehmen verlässt, um sich beruflich neu zu orientieren. In ihrer neuen Funktion berichtet Bär an Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies der Messe Frankfurt GmbH.

  • Mit Wirkung zum 15. Oktober 2021 übernimmt Bettina Bär in Personalunion den Show Director-Posten der Neonyt und des neuen Messeformats Val:ue im Bereich Textiles & Textile Technologies der Messe Frankfurt. Beide Messen finden im Rahmen der Frankfurt Fashion Week statt.

Künftig verantwortet Bettina Bär die strategische und konzeptionelle Ausrichtung der beiden Messeformate Neonyt und Val:ue sowie die inhaltliche und organisatorische Umsetzung und weitere Entwicklung derer. Sie löst damit Thimo Schwenzfeier ab, der nach mehr als acht Jahren bei der Messe Frankfurt das Unternehmen verlässt, um sich beruflich neu zu orientieren. In ihrer neuen Funktion berichtet Bär an Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies der Messe Frankfurt GmbH.

Bettina Bär arbeitet seit 2012 in verschiedenen Positionen für die Messe Frankfurt im Bereich der Konsumgütermessen und war zuletzt Show Director der Tendence. Dabei hat Bär unter anderem den Ethical Style Guide mitverantwortet, wodurch nachhaltige Aussteller der Tendence nach Juryentscheid gesondert gekennzeichnet und kommuniziert wurden. Außerdem wird Bettina Bär in Personalunion auch die Leitung der neuen Modemesse Val:ue übernehmen. Diese geht zur Frankfurt Fashion Week im Januar 2022 erstmals an den Start und bildet künftig die Homebase des Segments „Quality und Mainstream Fashion“.

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Messe Frankfurt

Visionary building – with composite textiles by vombaur (c)vombaur
From the H-profile to the chamber structure – vombaur offers individually developed composite textiles with complex shapes
13.10.2021

Visionary building – with composite textiles by vombaur

  • Hightech textiles for future-oriented construction projects

Building shells, bridges, staircases, façades ... construction projects are exposed to enormous mechanical loads. Often there are also considerable climatic or environmental influences. This has prompted the increasing use of fibre-reinforced materials in construction projects. After all, besides many other exciting properties, they offer high mechanical rigidity, low weight and excellent corrosion resistance.

Tapes, tubulars, sections and 3D woven textiles by vombaur form the perfect basis for these innovative building materials. The seamless round or shaped woven narrow textiles made of high-performance fibres are extremely loadable because they have neither seams nor welds – and therefore no undesirable breaking points. Their surface properties are identical over the entire length. In challenging tasks, composite textiles by vombaur offer a lightweight solution that is as reliable as it is durable.

  • Hightech textiles for future-oriented construction projects

Building shells, bridges, staircases, façades ... construction projects are exposed to enormous mechanical loads. Often there are also considerable climatic or environmental influences. This has prompted the increasing use of fibre-reinforced materials in construction projects. After all, besides many other exciting properties, they offer high mechanical rigidity, low weight and excellent corrosion resistance.

Tapes, tubulars, sections and 3D woven textiles by vombaur form the perfect basis for these innovative building materials. The seamless round or shaped woven narrow textiles made of high-performance fibres are extremely loadable because they have neither seams nor welds – and therefore no undesirable breaking points. Their surface properties are identical over the entire length. In challenging tasks, composite textiles by vombaur offer a lightweight solution that is as reliable as it is durable.

Safe and durable solutions for challenging applications
The potential applications for lightweight components in the construction industry are as numerous as the project ideas of the planning and construction teams.
•    Ropes and tensioning elements made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP)
•    Reinforcement of building structures made of concrete, steel, wood or other materials
•    Sustainable restructuring of constructions and urban districts for bridges and buildings
•    CFC slats as reinforcements in case of repairs
•    (Filled) GRP pipes made of seamless round woven tubes by vombaur as columns/pillars
•    CFRP sections as steel girder substitutes
•    Hollow profiles with individually designed cross-sections
•    Glass fibre reinforced connecting elements for glazing to minimise expansion differences between the connecting element and the glass
•    Individual light wells

Implementing visions – with composite textiles by vombaur
As your development partner, vombaur facilitates innovative composites projects for challenging applications. In innovative and safety-sensitive industries such as automotive and aviation, chemical and plant engineering.  The composites experts at vombaur develop, create samples of and manufacture woven tapes and seamless round or shaped woven textiles by vombaur – in collaboration with the customer's enterprise development teams and individually for the respective projects. This is how novel and unique lightweight components made of high-performance textiles are created for visionary lightweight construction projects.

"Fibre-reinforced composites are the ideal material for future-oriented construction projects," explains Dr.-Ing. Sven Schöfer, Head of Development and Innovation at vombaur. "Their outstanding technical properties and design possibilities open up new and fascinating perspectives for construction projects. From building construction to civil engineering, from bridge construction to interior design. As an experienced development partner for sophisticated lightweight components, we at vombaur contribute our seamless solutions to these kinds of future-oriented projects."

More information:
vombaur Composites carbon fibers
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vombaur GmbH & Co. KG

Composite textiles by vombaur for innovations in architecture and the construction industry (c) vombaur
Low effort, low weight: Maintenance with fibre-reinforce materials
13.10.2021

Composite textiles by vombaur for innovations in architecture and the construction industry

  • Composites in the construction industry - The lightweight construction material of the future

Building with fibre-reinforced materials opens up completely new possibilities. In terms of engineering, design, and organisation. This is due, on the one hand, to the excellent properties of fibre-reinforced materials (FRM) and, on the other hand, to the fact that the material – unlike wood or brick, for example – is not machined or processed for its use, but custom-produced.

Excellent properties – in terms of engineering, design, and organisation
Fibre-composite materials offer a whole range of technical properties for innovative and sustainable building:
•    High mechanical rigidity
•    Low weight
•    High corrosion resistance
•    Low material fatigue
•    Low heat transfer coefficient of the plastic matrix
•    Resistance to frost and de-icing salt
•    Good draping capability

  • Composites in the construction industry - The lightweight construction material of the future

Building with fibre-reinforced materials opens up completely new possibilities. In terms of engineering, design, and organisation. This is due, on the one hand, to the excellent properties of fibre-reinforced materials (FRM) and, on the other hand, to the fact that the material – unlike wood or brick, for example – is not machined or processed for its use, but custom-produced.

Excellent properties – in terms of engineering, design, and organisation
Fibre-composite materials offer a whole range of technical properties for innovative and sustainable building:
•    High mechanical rigidity
•    Low weight
•    High corrosion resistance
•    Low material fatigue
•    Low heat transfer coefficient of the plastic matrix
•    Resistance to frost and de-icing salt
•    Good draping capability

In addition, fibre composites offer numerous design options for novel and exceptional new building and maintenance projects:
•    Unique variety of shapes
•    Different structures of the textiles
•    Large spectrum of colours and colour combinations
•    Translucency of the plastic matrix
Thanks to these properties, composites can be used to produce coloured, phosphorescent, thermochromic or – through the use of LEDs or light-conducting fibres permanently integrated into the matrix – luminescent components.

In addition, there are organisational benefits for planning, construction and maintenance work with fibre-reinforced materials:
•    Easier handling and assembly of the far lighter and more flexible components – compared with steel, concrete or wood
•    Faster installation
•    Shorter construction site times in road and bridge maintenance
•    Shorter delivery times
•    Ability to integrate electronic monitoring systems

Individual composite textiles – for every lightweight engineering project
The composites experts at vombaur develop and manufacture woven tapes and seamless round or shaped woven textiles from carbon, glass, flax or other high-performance fibres on special weaving lines for individually specified round and shaped woven textiles – and can therefore offer you the best possible fibre base for every lightweight construction project.

"Regardless of whether it's a new construction or a renovation project, a façade design, a bridge or a staircase – as your development partner for composite textiles, we have plenty of experience with composites for demanding tasks," emphasises Dr.-Ing. Sven Schöfer, Head of Development and Innovation at vombaur. "We develop, create samples and manufacture woven tapes and seamless round or shaped woven textiles – in collaboration with the customer enterprise development teams and individually for the respective projects." This is how novel and unique lightweight components made of high-performance textiles are created for visionary projects.

13.10.2021

Launch of EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver

  • EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver Makes Debut at Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 for a Short, Smart and Green Process
  • The new, industrial, entry-level EFI™ Reggiani TERRA Silver textile printer from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. is making its debut at the Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 tradeshow, 12-15 October at RAI Amsterdam.
  • The EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver uses unique TERRA pigment ink for high-quality, highly sustainable direct-to-textile printing without steaming or washing.       

“This is one of the first trade shows to return after the pandemic, and we are very excited to again meet customers in person and showcase an innovative offering that delivers superior printing results while using less time, water and energy,” said EFI Reggiani Vice President and General Manager Adele Genoni. “We are introducing this advanced EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver solution to the many print service providers at Fespa, presenting them with an ideal path to enter the industrial textile segment with a short, smart and green production process.”

  • EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver Makes Debut at Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 for a Short, Smart and Green Process
  • The new, industrial, entry-level EFI™ Reggiani TERRA Silver textile printer from Electronics For Imaging, Inc. is making its debut at the Fespa Global Print Expo 2021 tradeshow, 12-15 October at RAI Amsterdam.
  • The EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver uses unique TERRA pigment ink for high-quality, highly sustainable direct-to-textile printing without steaming or washing.       

“This is one of the first trade shows to return after the pandemic, and we are very excited to again meet customers in person and showcase an innovative offering that delivers superior printing results while using less time, water and energy,” said EFI Reggiani Vice President and General Manager Adele Genoni. “We are introducing this advanced EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver solution to the many print service providers at Fespa, presenting them with an ideal path to enter the industrial textile segment with a short, smart and green production process.”

The new-version TERRA Silver printer is part of EFI’s complete TERRA line-up of pigment ink printer solutions. It is a 180-cm wide printer that can print up to 190 sqm per hour with eight dual-channel printheads. The printer also features:

•    A new recirculating ink system for superior reliability and minimum maintenance
•    Several printing modes to ensure maximum flexibility in terms of design capability
•    New, real-time image processing that eliminates time spent in image pre-calculations
•    A user friendly, intuitive interface
•    A more-efficient polymerisation process that takes place as printed textile goes through the printer’s on-board dryer.

In Fespa stand 1-G71, attendees can see the EFI Reggiani TERRA Silver print smoothly and precisely on knitted and woven fabrics. The printer’s quality is evident in its high-uniformity printing modes, and it delivers numerous features that enhance the production process, including an accurate WYSIWYG interface and flexible queue management.
 
EFI Reggiani is also a leading developer of textile inks. The EFI Reggiani TERRA pigment inks used on the Silver model deliver excellent wet and dry fastness properties and remarkable sharpness in detail. Designed to leverage EFI Reggiani digital printers’ market-proven industrial performance capabilities, these eco-friendly, water-based inks provide an extraordinary level of print durability and yield longer print head life with reduced maintenance costs. The high-performance digital pigment inks also use an innovative binder technology for fast, sustainable, and cost-competitive industrial textile printing on the widest range of fabrics. Users also gain superior print definition and colour intensity.
 
This year, EFI Reggiani celebrates 75 years of heritage and innovation in the textile world. Always committed to deliver to the market new cutting-edge technologies, EFI Reggiani has world-class products offering boosted uptime and reliability, high performance throughput, and remarkable printing uniformity and accuracy – all while helping customers increase the sustainability of their textile manufacturing activities. Green EFI Reggiani processes give users fast, complete and sustainable solutions across a broad range of textile applications.
 
In this 75th anniversary year, EFI Reggiani has also launched several other ground-breaking solutions, such as EFI Reggiani HYPER, the fastest scanning digital printer on the market, and the EFI Reggiani BLAZE, an industrial entry-level, easy-to-use printer designed to give new textile companies the opportunity to adopt digital inkjet production with a compact solution to blaze a successful path into the industry.

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Electronics For Imaging, Inc.

DyStar Releases 2020 – 2021 Integrated Sustainability Report (c)dystar
Sustainability Performance Report 2020-2021
13.10.2021

DyStar Releases 2020 – 2021 Integrated Sustainability Report

DyStar is pleased to announce the release of its eleventh annual Sustainability Performance Report. The report is written in accordance with the GRI Standards: Core option, while using the Integrated Reporting <IR> framework to communicate how DyStar drives value creation across multiple stakeholder groups in six capital categories, namely financial, manufactured, intellectual, natural, human capital and social capital.

In FY2020, COVID-19 has continued to present its challenges, such as the shortage of raw materials and rising freight costs. Gloomy global demand has also resulted in some raw and product material wastage in production plants worldwide, leading to increased non-hazardous waste output for FY2020. DyStar recognizes these global factors in play and will continue to make active efforts within the organization’s capability to reduce its environmental footprint in the years ahead.

DyStar is pleased to announce the release of its eleventh annual Sustainability Performance Report. The report is written in accordance with the GRI Standards: Core option, while using the Integrated Reporting <IR> framework to communicate how DyStar drives value creation across multiple stakeholder groups in six capital categories, namely financial, manufactured, intellectual, natural, human capital and social capital.

In FY2020, COVID-19 has continued to present its challenges, such as the shortage of raw materials and rising freight costs. Gloomy global demand has also resulted in some raw and product material wastage in production plants worldwide, leading to increased non-hazardous waste output for FY2020. DyStar recognizes these global factors in play and will continue to make active efforts within the organization’s capability to reduce its environmental footprint in the years ahead.

The Group has set its sight on achieving the 2025 sustainability target of reducing its production footprint by 30% from 2011 levels for every ton of production. “We will continue to innovate and develop a wide range of products and processes that improve environmental performance and reduce carbon footprint across our value chain”, said Mr Xu Yalin, Executive Board Director of DyStar Group.

Mr Eric Hopmann, CEO of DyStar Group added: “We are also developing various projects in anticipation of future demands from customers as well as adopting more environmentally friendly technologies and improve our workflows and processes. Some of our projects include traceability programs, adopting renewable energy technologies, and digitalizing our business processes.” Understanding the importance of collaborative efforts to drive sustainability across the value chain, DyStar seeks to continually support industrial innovations and develop strategic partnerships to work towards becoming a sustainable and trusted leader in the industry.

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DyStar Press Info

12.10.2021

ALUMO to become wholly-owned subsidiary of AG Cilander

Two long-established companies are joining forces: as of October 2021, textile finishing specialist AG Cilander from Herisau, Switzerland, will acquire 100 percent of ALUMO AG, an Appenzell-based manufacturer known for producing ultra-fine cotton fabrics to exacting Swiss quality standards.

The textile finishing industry is an environment in which quality, new technologies and a keen interest in innovative textile solutions play a crucial role. In this business, strong, reliable alliances with customers and partners are vital pillars to allow growth while still satisfying the high expectations set for the materials used. By acquiring ALUMO AG, the world leader in ultra-fine cotton fabrics, AG Cilander expands into a new market segment, setting the course for successfully broadening its product portfolio and tapping into new sales markets.

Both companies can look back on a long tradition of expertise in the textile industry, and their partnership has been a very successful one for years.

Two long-established companies are joining forces: as of October 2021, textile finishing specialist AG Cilander from Herisau, Switzerland, will acquire 100 percent of ALUMO AG, an Appenzell-based manufacturer known for producing ultra-fine cotton fabrics to exacting Swiss quality standards.

The textile finishing industry is an environment in which quality, new technologies and a keen interest in innovative textile solutions play a crucial role. In this business, strong, reliable alliances with customers and partners are vital pillars to allow growth while still satisfying the high expectations set for the materials used. By acquiring ALUMO AG, the world leader in ultra-fine cotton fabrics, AG Cilander expands into a new market segment, setting the course for successfully broadening its product portfolio and tapping into new sales markets.

Both companies can look back on a long tradition of expertise in the textile industry, and their partnership has been a very successful one for years.

ALUMO AG will continue to operate as an independent company based in Appenzell, keeping the same strategic direction in the fabrics offered and the same standards for excellence in service and quality.

More information:
AG Cilander ALUMO
Source:

crystal communications

(c) Euratex
EU-27 Textile & Clothing Turnover
12.10.2021

EURATEX: Latest economic data confirm further recovery of the textile and clothing industry

European Textiles and Clothing (T&C) industry coming out of the Covid19-crisis, but facing new challenges ahead. This recovery may however be disrupted by the current supply chain and energy problems. Latest economic data on the European T&C industry confirm further recovery from the corona pandemic. The textile activity has now surpassed its pre-pandemic level from Q4 2019 (+3.6%); the clothing sector still remains 11.5% below, but continues to improve.

European Textiles and Clothing (T&C) industry coming out of the Covid19-crisis, but facing new challenges ahead. This recovery may however be disrupted by the current supply chain and energy problems. Latest economic data on the European T&C industry confirm further recovery from the corona pandemic. The textile activity has now surpassed its pre-pandemic level from Q4 2019 (+3.6%); the clothing sector still remains 11.5% below, but continues to improve.

In quarter-on-quarter terms, the EU turnover showed signs of improvements across the sector. The textile turnover increased by +3.3% in Q2 2021, after slightly contracting in Q1 2021. Similarly, the business activity in the clothing sector expanded by +7% in Q2 2021, after increasing by +1% in the previous quarter.
 
In the 2nd quarter 2021, the EU-27 trade balance for T&C improved, resulting mostly from an increase of export sales across third markets and a drop of textile imports. T&C Extra-EU exports boomed by +49% as compared with the same quarter of the previous year. T&C Extra-EU imports went down by -26% as compared with the same quarter of the previous year, following a decrease of imports from some main supplier countries. EU imports from China and the UK collapsed due to a combination of Brexit and weaker demand in Europe.
 
During the second quarter of 2021, job creation was slowly stabilising in the textile industry (-0.2% q-o-q), while employment in the clothing sector continued to be affected by lower levels of production activity in industry during the first part of the year (-1.2%). When compared to its pre-pandemic level in Q4 2019, EU employment in Q2 2021 was still 4.4% down in textiles and 11.8% down in clothing.

However, this fragile recovery is hampered by higher shipping costs and prices’ increase in raw materials and energy. The cost of energy, in particular gas, has increased more than 3 times since the beginning of this year. Since the announcement of the EU’s “Fit for 55” package, we have seen CO2 prices rising above €60. This inevitably has an impact on the industry’s competitiveness, especially in a global context. The future recovery is also threatened by some factors limiting production, such as shortage of labour force and equipment, which are putting additional pressure on T&C industries.

Director General Dirk Vantyghem commented on these latest figures: “Our companies have shown great resilience during the pandemic, and their latest export performance is an encouraging sign of recovery. This recovery may however be disrupted by the current supply chain and energy problems. Once again, recent developments show that this transition towards more sustainable production can only work if organised in a global context, avoiding carbon leakage and with an effective level playing field. This must be considered in the upcoming EU Textiles Strategy.”

More information:
Euratex
Source:

Euratex

12.10.2021

Röhm: PLEXIGLAS® molding compounds at Fakuma 2021

  • Comprehensive portfolio for innovative vehicle design
  • Material development is keeping pace with technical innovations
  • PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT PMMA special molding compound for the best optical quality at high continuous service temperatures

Vehicle design requirements are changing in line with the huge trends in the industry, such as electric drivetrains and autonomous driving. Materials manufacturers are preparing for this and are developing custom materials – and PLEXIGLAS® special molding compounds from Röhm GmbH are just one example. Between October 12 and 16, the Molding Compounds business unit will be presenting its diverse range of PLEXIGLAS® molding compounds for the automotive sector at Fakuma 2021 in Friedrichshafen.

The brand polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) from Röhm is both light and robust, has a high-quality surface and can be processed in all common injection molding and extrusion procedures.

  • Comprehensive portfolio for innovative vehicle design
  • Material development is keeping pace with technical innovations
  • PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT PMMA special molding compound for the best optical quality at high continuous service temperatures

Vehicle design requirements are changing in line with the huge trends in the industry, such as electric drivetrains and autonomous driving. Materials manufacturers are preparing for this and are developing custom materials – and PLEXIGLAS® special molding compounds from Röhm GmbH are just one example. Between October 12 and 16, the Molding Compounds business unit will be presenting its diverse range of PLEXIGLAS® molding compounds for the automotive sector at Fakuma 2021 in Friedrichshafen.

The brand polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) from Röhm is both light and robust, has a high-quality surface and can be processed in all common injection molding and extrusion procedures.

At Fakuma 2021, Röhm will present one of its newest special molding compounds for the first time. PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT was developed specifically for applications with high power LEDs, such as headlamp lenses. With its special characteristics profile, the innovative material guarantees the best possible optical quality even at increased continuous service temperatures.

More information:
Röhm Fakuma PLEXIGLAS® Automotive
Source:

Röhm GmbH

12.10.2021

Elleti and Itema at Première Vision in Milan

Elleti Group, an Italian manufacturer specialized in denim treatments and garment making, will present an innovative approach: how we experience denim and its transformation processes.

Elleti Group, an Italian manufacturer specialized in denim treatments and garment making, will present an innovative approach: how we experience denim and its transformation processes.

Elleti Group will display its “Green Replicants” project in a new and improved “Lighter. Better. Wiser.” edition.  This project, inaugurated a few years ago, recreates some of the iconic pieces from the Elleti Group Museum of Denim (dating back to the 19th century) with today’s most advanced environmentally sustainable technologies. This special edition replicas are fully developed using the latest addition to the sustainable tools of the company: the “Wiser Wash” technology, a patented washing method that eliminates the use of all potentially harmful chemicals and pumice stone, while drastically reducing the water consumption throughout the process.
 
Moreover, at the Immaterial M.O.D.E. booth, a special project designed by Denim Première Vision and realized in collaboration with Elleti Group and Sense – Immaterial Reality will take visitors through an Augmented Reality installation to explore a selection of legendary pieces from M.O.D.E., Museum of Denim by Elleti Group. By downloading the app, available on every digital store, on your phone or tablet and looking out for the signage on site, unique denim masterpieces will be at everyone’s fingertips.

Itema, a worldwide manufacturer of weaving solutions, will be for the first time at the Denim Première Vision fair. The company is renowned in the industry to be one of the only manufacturers to produce all the top three weft insertion technologies – rapier, air-jet and projectile.

The company will highlight the iSAVER® technology: designed by Itemalab®, the Itema advanced innovation company. Thanks to iSAVER®, one thousand kilos of cotton per loom a year will be saved – i.e. 3% of total raw materials – which will prevent wasting 20 million litres of water, while saving costs for about €2.000 a year on each loom. iSAVER® significantly contributes in making the denim production greener.

Source:

Menabò Group srl

12.10.2021

DSM to showcase armor solutions made with Dyneema® at Milipol Paris 2021

DSM, the inventor and manufacturer of Dyneema®, will be exhibiting at one of the leading events for homeland security and safety, Milipol Paris 2021, from October 19-22.

The performance characteristics of Dyneema® make it ideal for a variety of applications, including soft and hard armor ballistics to protect against today’s advanced and emerging threats. In addition, Dyneema® combines next-generation fiber technology and unidirectional engineering to deliver armor solutions with unmatched ballistic stopping power in a lightweight and flexible composite.

By implementing Dyneema®, body armor manufacturers are able to use less material in the development of their ballistic vests, plates and helmets. This leads to weight savings upwards of 30 percent when compared to competitive materials, without impacting ballistic performance. The lightweight construction of armor made with Dyneema® also mitigates injuries associated with the cumulative effects of daily armor use – while improving situational awareness, as well as cognitive and tactical performance.

DSM, the inventor and manufacturer of Dyneema®, will be exhibiting at one of the leading events for homeland security and safety, Milipol Paris 2021, from October 19-22.

The performance characteristics of Dyneema® make it ideal for a variety of applications, including soft and hard armor ballistics to protect against today’s advanced and emerging threats. In addition, Dyneema® combines next-generation fiber technology and unidirectional engineering to deliver armor solutions with unmatched ballistic stopping power in a lightweight and flexible composite.

By implementing Dyneema®, body armor manufacturers are able to use less material in the development of their ballistic vests, plates and helmets. This leads to weight savings upwards of 30 percent when compared to competitive materials, without impacting ballistic performance. The lightweight construction of armor made with Dyneema® also mitigates injuries associated with the cumulative effects of daily armor use – while improving situational awareness, as well as cognitive and tactical performance.

While decreasing the load on the wearer, Dyneema® is simultaneously able to reduce the impact of material manufacturing on our planet. In line with DSM’s commitment to protect people and the environment they live in, we have developed the first-ever bio-based ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber and unidirectional (UD) material. Bio-based Dyneema® boasts the same exact performance as conventional Dyneema® with a carbon footprint that is 90 percent lower than generic HMPE.

Source:

DSM Protective Materials / EMG

11.10.2021

ISKO™ introduces R-TWO™50+

Denim ingredient brand ISKO™ announces R-TWO™50+. Part of Responsible Innovation™, R-TWO™50+ creates high-quality denim that is less harmful to the natural world.

R-TWO™50+ reduces carbon emissions by as much as 45% and water usage by as much as 65%. An exclusive yarn spinning technology, patented by ISKO, uses a minimum of 50% recycled materials to reduce reliance on natural resources.

The fabrics are stronger and more durable, and have a good shape recovery, a soft cotton hand feel and dry up to 20% more quickly.
R-TWO50+ fabrics also have the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certification, which provides standardised verification for recycled materials.

ISKO is also one of the first in the fashion market to achieve an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) scoring, which measures companies’ sustainability and societal impact.

Denim ingredient brand ISKO™ announces R-TWO™50+. Part of Responsible Innovation™, R-TWO™50+ creates high-quality denim that is less harmful to the natural world.

R-TWO™50+ reduces carbon emissions by as much as 45% and water usage by as much as 65%. An exclusive yarn spinning technology, patented by ISKO, uses a minimum of 50% recycled materials to reduce reliance on natural resources.

The fabrics are stronger and more durable, and have a good shape recovery, a soft cotton hand feel and dry up to 20% more quickly.
R-TWO50+ fabrics also have the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certification, which provides standardised verification for recycled materials.

ISKO is also one of the first in the fashion market to achieve an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) scoring, which measures companies’ sustainability and societal impact.

More information:
Isko Denim Recycling Sustainability
Source:

ISKO / Menabò Group srl

Projekt futureTEX präsentiert Highlights aus sieben Jahren Textilforschung (c) P3N MARKETING GMBH
In der Labtour durch die „Textilfabrik der Zukunft“ konnten die Vor-Ort-Teilnehmer Industrie 4.0 in der Textilindustrie live erleben
11.10.2021

Projekt futureTEX präsentiert Highlights aus sieben Jahren Textilforschung

Als interdisziplinäres Kompetenznetzwerk aus Industrie- und Forschungspartnern ist futureTEX 2014 gestartet, um den Wandel der traditionsreichen Textilbranche im Zeitalter der Digitalisierung zu einem zukunftsfähigen Industrieplayer – mit Technischen Textilien (TechTex) als Fundament – zu gestalten. In dieser Zeit ist das Konsortium auf mehr als 300 involvierte mittelständische Unternehmen, wissenschaftliche Einrichtungen und textile Branchenverbände angewachsen, die sich in insgesamt 34 Vorhaben der textilen Zukunft verschrieben haben. Das erklärte Ziel der Akteure bestand darin, die Position Deutschlands als Weltmarktführer im Textilmaschinenbau zu stärken sowie den Weg zu einer globalen Spitzenposition bei den Technischen Textilien bis 2025 zu ebnen.

Nun befindet sich das Projekt auf der Zielgeraden: Über 20 der insgesamt 34 Vorhaben wurden bereits erfolgreich abgeschlossen – Die noch in Arbeit befindlichen werden in den kommenden Monaten folgen.

Als interdisziplinäres Kompetenznetzwerk aus Industrie- und Forschungspartnern ist futureTEX 2014 gestartet, um den Wandel der traditionsreichen Textilbranche im Zeitalter der Digitalisierung zu einem zukunftsfähigen Industrieplayer – mit Technischen Textilien (TechTex) als Fundament – zu gestalten. In dieser Zeit ist das Konsortium auf mehr als 300 involvierte mittelständische Unternehmen, wissenschaftliche Einrichtungen und textile Branchenverbände angewachsen, die sich in insgesamt 34 Vorhaben der textilen Zukunft verschrieben haben. Das erklärte Ziel der Akteure bestand darin, die Position Deutschlands als Weltmarktführer im Textilmaschinenbau zu stärken sowie den Weg zu einer globalen Spitzenposition bei den Technischen Textilien bis 2025 zu ebnen.

Nun befindet sich das Projekt auf der Zielgeraden: Über 20 der insgesamt 34 Vorhaben wurden bereits erfolgreich abgeschlossen – Die noch in Arbeit befindlichen werden in den kommenden Monaten folgen.

Um die erreichten Ziele der vergangenen Projektjahre Revue passieren zu lassen sowie einen Ausblick zu geben, wie es nach Projektende weitergeht, hatte der Konsortialführer – das Sächsische Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI) – zur hybriden Abschlussveranstaltung geladen. Rund 50 Teilnehmer folgten online und vor Ort dem abwechslungsreichen Rahmenprogramm.*

 

*Weitere Informationen finden Sie im Anhang.

Picanol introduces online plattform for weaving (c) Picanol
08.10.2021

Picanol introduces online platform for weaving

With PicConnect, a new fully digital platform, Picanol is offering a wide range of features, from industrial IoT to service-related applications. PicConnect is a web-based application that can be accessed through a web browser on any device and it functions as the gateway to all Picanol’s digital services. The platform is cloud-based and it allows connecting the Picanol weaving machines to the platform in order to leverage its full extent of possibilities.

“PicConnect enables weavers to quickly react to changes in the weaving room, and it will have an immediate impact on the performance of the weaving machines. It will not only change how weavers interact with their machines but also the way they interact with Picanol. For this reason, Picanol can boldly state that PicConnect is bringing weavers into the era of intuitive weaving,” comments Johan Verstraete, Vice President Weaving Machines.

The first four applications that will be launched as part of PicConnect are: production monitoring, energy monitoring, style administration, and PartsLine, which is Picanol’s new online webshop.

With PicConnect, a new fully digital platform, Picanol is offering a wide range of features, from industrial IoT to service-related applications. PicConnect is a web-based application that can be accessed through a web browser on any device and it functions as the gateway to all Picanol’s digital services. The platform is cloud-based and it allows connecting the Picanol weaving machines to the platform in order to leverage its full extent of possibilities.

“PicConnect enables weavers to quickly react to changes in the weaving room, and it will have an immediate impact on the performance of the weaving machines. It will not only change how weavers interact with their machines but also the way they interact with Picanol. For this reason, Picanol can boldly state that PicConnect is bringing weavers into the era of intuitive weaving,” comments Johan Verstraete, Vice President Weaving Machines.

The first four applications that will be launched as part of PicConnect are: production monitoring, energy monitoring, style administration, and PartsLine, which is Picanol’s new online webshop.

Source:

Picanol

Zuse-Gemeinschaft: Biogene Schäume und Fasern für den Auto-Innenraum (c) Zuse-Gemeinschaft
08.10.2021

Zuse-Gemeinschaft: Biogene Schäume und Fasern für den Auto-Innenraum

Vom Biomasseanbau und der energetischen Nutzung über das Herstellen von Zwischenprodukten bis hin zum Verwenden biogener Ressourcen in langlebigen Verbraucherprodukten: die Bioökonomie umgibt uns schon heute tagtäglich. Doch welche Innovationen zeichnen sich ab, um die Wirkung biogener Ressourcen im Sinne des Klimaschutzes zu maximieren? Das war Thema beim Online-Werkstattgespräch Bioökonomie der Zuse-Gemeinschaft am 6. Oktober.

CO2 einsparen durch biogene Schäume und Fasern für den Auto-Innenraum
Wie textile Anwendungen aus der Bioökonomie verstärkt in einem Schlüsselbereich der Energiewende - der Mobilität - zum Zuge kommen können, berichtete Dr. Frank Meister, Abteilungsleiter Chemische Forschung beim Thüringischen Institut für Textil- und Kunststoff-Forschung (TITK) anhand des von der Europäischen Union geförderten Projekts BioMotive.

Vom Biomasseanbau und der energetischen Nutzung über das Herstellen von Zwischenprodukten bis hin zum Verwenden biogener Ressourcen in langlebigen Verbraucherprodukten: die Bioökonomie umgibt uns schon heute tagtäglich. Doch welche Innovationen zeichnen sich ab, um die Wirkung biogener Ressourcen im Sinne des Klimaschutzes zu maximieren? Das war Thema beim Online-Werkstattgespräch Bioökonomie der Zuse-Gemeinschaft am 6. Oktober.

CO2 einsparen durch biogene Schäume und Fasern für den Auto-Innenraum
Wie textile Anwendungen aus der Bioökonomie verstärkt in einem Schlüsselbereich der Energiewende - der Mobilität - zum Zuge kommen können, berichtete Dr. Frank Meister, Abteilungsleiter Chemische Forschung beim Thüringischen Institut für Textil- und Kunststoff-Forschung (TITK) anhand des von der Europäischen Union geförderten Projekts BioMotive.

Das TITK ist dort eingebunden in die Entwicklung biogener Fasern und neuer Leichtbauwerkstoffe für den Auto-Innenraum, wo sie z.B. für Sitze, Armaturenbrett oder Türinnenverkleidung gebraucht werden. Unter anderem entwickelten die Forschenden neue sogenannte Lyocellfasern aus modifizierten Papierzellstoffen. Der besondere Vorzug am TITK: An dem Thüringer Institut konnten die neu entwickelten Fasern in einer kleintechnischen Versuchsanlage im Maßstab von mehreren 100 kg hergestellt werden. Das erhöht die Vergleichbarkeit mit den Realitäten der Industrie und war Design-Basis für eine unlängst errichtete Demo-Anlage der Metsä-Tochter MI Demo im finnischen Äänekoski. „Lyocellfasern als biogener Werkstoff vermeiden Umweltbelastungen wie sie bei anderen Materialien durch die Risiken von Mikroplastik entstehen. Hinzu kommt als Klima-Plus: Durch die von uns mit entwickelten und bewerteten Fasern und Verfahrensprinzipien lässt sich der CO2-Fußabdruck bei der Produktion von Fahrzeugen spürbar verringern“, erklärt Meister.

Kombination von CO2-Elektrolyse und Biotech-Wertstoffsynthese
Dass mithilfe von Bioökonomie-Lösungen CO2 nicht nur eingespart werden kann, sondern auch negative Emissionen des Klimagases erreichbar sind, deutete Dr. Markus Stöckl vom DECHEMA-Forschungsinstitut (DFI) an. In seinem Vortrag „Mit Strom und CO2 zum Biokunststoff“ zeigte er auf, wie die Elektrolyse dazu genutzt werden kann, Erneuerbare Energien „lagerbar“ zu machen. Der Ansatz: Aus Kohlendioxyd so genanntes Formiat zu produzieren, das als Feststoff lagerbare Salz der Ameisensäure, das Mikroorganismen als Energie- und Kohlenstoffquelle dienen kann, die wiederum daraus den Biokunststoff Polyhydroxybutyrat (PHB) herstellen. Durch die elektrochemische Herstellung des Zwischenprodukts Formiat können unterschiedliche Mikroorganismen eingesetzt werden.

Source:

Zuse-Gemeinschaft

Rolltop-Tasche Ed (c) Feuerwear
Rolltop-Tasche Ed
07.10.2021

Feuerwear: Rolltop-Tasche Ed aus gebrauchtem Feuerwehrschlauch

Ed, die Rolltop-Tasche von Feuerwear, bietet mit vier Fächern Stauraum für Laptop, Klamotten, Snacks und alles, was noch über den Tag gebraucht wird oder dazu kommt. Das Design überzeugt sowohl auf der Vorder- als auch auf der Rückseite mit viel gebrauchtem Feuerwehrschlauch.

Dieser macht Ed zu einem extrem robusten und langlebigen Begleiter durch den Alltag. Das Rolltop und alle weiteren Stoffteile sind aus widerstandsfähigem Cordura gefertigt. Das wasserabweisende Gewebe wird aus recyceltem PET gefertigt und leistet so ebenfalls seinen Beitrag für Nachhaltigkeit.

Dadurch, dass das verwendete PET-Garn nicht eingefärbt wird, sondern die Farbpigmente fest mit dem Material verbunden werden, bleibt das Gewebe auch bei starker Beanspruchung farbecht und besonders farbintensiv. Gemeinsam mit dem eingesetzten recycelten Feuerwehrschlauch setzt Ed so ein wichtiges Zeichen für Nachhaltigkeit und Langlebigkeit.

Ed, die Rolltop-Tasche von Feuerwear, bietet mit vier Fächern Stauraum für Laptop, Klamotten, Snacks und alles, was noch über den Tag gebraucht wird oder dazu kommt. Das Design überzeugt sowohl auf der Vorder- als auch auf der Rückseite mit viel gebrauchtem Feuerwehrschlauch.

Dieser macht Ed zu einem extrem robusten und langlebigen Begleiter durch den Alltag. Das Rolltop und alle weiteren Stoffteile sind aus widerstandsfähigem Cordura gefertigt. Das wasserabweisende Gewebe wird aus recyceltem PET gefertigt und leistet so ebenfalls seinen Beitrag für Nachhaltigkeit.

Dadurch, dass das verwendete PET-Garn nicht eingefärbt wird, sondern die Farbpigmente fest mit dem Material verbunden werden, bleibt das Gewebe auch bei starker Beanspruchung farbecht und besonders farbintensiv. Gemeinsam mit dem eingesetzten recycelten Feuerwehrschlauch setzt Ed so ein wichtiges Zeichen für Nachhaltigkeit und Langlebigkeit.

Die Rolltop-Tasche ist rund 38 cm breit, 13 cm tief und durch das variable Rolltop zwischen 27 und 41 cm hoch. Wie alle Feuerwear-Produkte wird Ed in den Schlauchfarben Rot, Weiß und Schwarz angeboten. Ed ist ab dem 27. Oktober 2021 im Feuerwear Online-Shop sowie im Einzelhandel erhältlich.

More information:
Feuerwear Taschen
Source:

Profil Marketing

CU Bau: Klimaschonendes Sanieren und Bauen (c) IMA Dresden
Faserverbundwerkstoffe im Hochbau
07.10.2021

CU Bau: Klimaschonendes Sanieren und Bauen

Stark steigende Baustoffpreise, immer knapper werdende Rohstoffe sowie steigende Preise für CO2-Zertifkate und Strom erhöhen den Druck, klimafreundliche und doch wettbewerbsfähige Produkte zu verwenden und innovative Produkte, Verfahren und Prozesse dafür zu entwickeln.

Für diese Herausforderungen im Bauwesen bietet der Leichtbau mit Faserverbundwerkstoffen neue Lösungen und ein enormes Anwendungspotential. Bisher sind diese Werkstoffe im Bauwesen noch nicht in ausreichendem Umfang etabliert und bei vielen Entscheidern noch nicht Teil der Lösung. Deshalb treibt das Fachnetzwerk CU Bau des Composites United e.V. (CU) als nationale und internationale Plattform dieses Thema für seine Mitglieder aus Industrie und Wissenschaft voran.

Stark steigende Baustoffpreise, immer knapper werdende Rohstoffe sowie steigende Preise für CO2-Zertifkate und Strom erhöhen den Druck, klimafreundliche und doch wettbewerbsfähige Produkte zu verwenden und innovative Produkte, Verfahren und Prozesse dafür zu entwickeln.

Für diese Herausforderungen im Bauwesen bietet der Leichtbau mit Faserverbundwerkstoffen neue Lösungen und ein enormes Anwendungspotential. Bisher sind diese Werkstoffe im Bauwesen noch nicht in ausreichendem Umfang etabliert und bei vielen Entscheidern noch nicht Teil der Lösung. Deshalb treibt das Fachnetzwerk CU Bau des Composites United e.V. (CU) als nationale und internationale Plattform dieses Thema für seine Mitglieder aus Industrie und Wissenschaft voran.

Hybride Bauweisen
Roy Thyroff, im Netzwerk Composites United e.V. Geschäftsführer CU Bau: „Unser Ziel ist, dass die gesamte Bauwirtschaft – Architekten, Planer, Bauingenieure, Zulassungsstellen sowie Bauunternehmen – Bauprodukte mit faserverstärkter Beton- und Polymermatrix mit entsprechenden Zulassungen einsetzen kann.“ Dabei geht es nicht nur um Bauweisen mit faserverstärkten Kunststoffen und textilbewehrtem Beton, sondern darüber hinaus auch um hybride Bauweisen, wie z.B. Hybridbauwerke aus Holz und Carbonbeton. Denn faserbasierter, hybrider Leichtbau führt die besten Eigenschaften verschiedener Materialien klimafreundlich zusammen, bietet somit gegenüber herkömmlichen Baustoffen große Vorteile für den Klimaschutz und ermöglicht völlig neue Bauweisen.

Vorteile von Faserverbundwerkstoffen
Faserverbundwerkstoffe sind sowohl im Neubau als auch in der Sanierung dank ihrer umwelt- und ressourcenschonenden Eigenschaften im Vorteil. Neben der CO2-Reduktion liegen die wesentlichen Vorteil:

  • in der Geschwindigkeit der Ausführung,
  • dem geringeren Materialeinsatz,
  • der Kostenreduktion,
  • der Leistungsfähigkeit wie hoher Druck- und Biegezugfestigkeit,
  • dem einfacheren Handling
  • den geringeren Transportlasten,
  • der Beständigkeit gegen Korrosion,
  • der Flexibilität bei unterschiedlichen Schädigungsgraden eines Sanierungsfalls und
  • der deutlich verlängerten Nutzungsdauer.
Source:

Composites United e.V. (CU) / bm CONSULTING

GoCustom Clothing Adopts Kornit Avalanche HD6 (c) Kornit Digital / GoCustom Clothing
07.10.2021

GoCustom Clothing Adopts Kornit Avalanche HD6

Kornit Digital announced that United Kingdom-based GoCustom Clothing has installed the Kornit Avalanche HD6 system for on-demand, direct-to-garment (DTG) digtal production. This installment coincides with GoCustom Clothing’s implementation of the KornitX platform, which provides a streamlined end-to-end workflow between the brand’s online customer stores and their production floor.

GoCustom Clothing offers print and embroidery services, and began by providing workwear for local businesses before branching out to school hoodies and uniforms. As their e-commerce business grew and orders became more diverse, GoCustom Clothing determined it was best to add digital DTG production capabilities, which could accommodate both orders of 1,000-plus pieces and single pieces. GoCustom originally invested in a Kornit Storm system for on-demand production, before upgrading to a Kornit Avalanche HD6 for increased capacity.

Kornit Digital announced that United Kingdom-based GoCustom Clothing has installed the Kornit Avalanche HD6 system for on-demand, direct-to-garment (DTG) digtal production. This installment coincides with GoCustom Clothing’s implementation of the KornitX platform, which provides a streamlined end-to-end workflow between the brand’s online customer stores and their production floor.

GoCustom Clothing offers print and embroidery services, and began by providing workwear for local businesses before branching out to school hoodies and uniforms. As their e-commerce business grew and orders became more diverse, GoCustom Clothing determined it was best to add digital DTG production capabilities, which could accommodate both orders of 1,000-plus pieces and single pieces. GoCustom originally invested in a Kornit Storm system for on-demand production, before upgrading to a Kornit Avalanche HD6 for increased capacity.

Kornit Avalanche HD6 can digitally produce numerous apparel types without considerable setup time.  Pallets can be changed quickly to handle different sizes and applications, versus the costly and time-consuming processes associated with screen printing operations. Furthermore, digitizing operations with KornitX,  Kornit’s operating system for on-demand sustainable fashion, means increased control and management of the end-to-end fulfillment process, from front-end steps including design, order management, and virtual catalog to smart routing of orders, production, packaging, and shipping.

Source:

Kornit Digital / pr4u

Dibella in Filmreihe des Bundesministeriums für Arbeit und Soziales (c) Dibella b.v.
Durch den Einsatz zertifizierter GOTS/OCS-Fairtrade-Baumwolle hat Dibella (im Bild Geschäftsführer Ralf Hellmann) potenzielle Menschenrechtsrisiken am Anfang der Lieferkette schon vor Jahren adressiert
07.10.2021

Dibella in Filmreihe des Bundesministeriums für Arbeit und Soziales

Das Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales (BMAS) hat im September 2021 eine Filmreihe über unternehmerische Sorgfaltspflichten ins Netz gestellt. Dibella spielt dabei eine führende Rolle. Geschäftsführer Ralf Hellmann berichtet in einem knapp fünfminütigen Video über die erfolgreiche Erfassung und Beseitigung von Menschenrechtsrisiken am Anfang der Lieferkette.

„Ende 2016 wurde der Nationale Aktionsplan Wirtschaft und Menschenrechte (NAP) von der Bundesregierung beschlossen. Er fordert von allen hierzulande ansässigen Unternehmen, ihren menschenrechtlichen Sorgfaltspflichten nachzukommen. Dafür müssen sie nachteilige Auswirkungen ihrer Geschäftstätigkeit ermitteln, verhüten und mindern. Genau das haben wir gemacht: Wir haben wir uns intensiv mit den Risiken für Mensch und Umwelt in unseren Lieferketten beschäftigt und Maßnahmen ergriffen, um sie zu vermeiden oder wenigstens zu minimieren“, erklärt Ralf Hellmann, Geschäftsführer von Dibella.

Das Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales (BMAS) hat im September 2021 eine Filmreihe über unternehmerische Sorgfaltspflichten ins Netz gestellt. Dibella spielt dabei eine führende Rolle. Geschäftsführer Ralf Hellmann berichtet in einem knapp fünfminütigen Video über die erfolgreiche Erfassung und Beseitigung von Menschenrechtsrisiken am Anfang der Lieferkette.

„Ende 2016 wurde der Nationale Aktionsplan Wirtschaft und Menschenrechte (NAP) von der Bundesregierung beschlossen. Er fordert von allen hierzulande ansässigen Unternehmen, ihren menschenrechtlichen Sorgfaltspflichten nachzukommen. Dafür müssen sie nachteilige Auswirkungen ihrer Geschäftstätigkeit ermitteln, verhüten und mindern. Genau das haben wir gemacht: Wir haben wir uns intensiv mit den Risiken für Mensch und Umwelt in unseren Lieferketten beschäftigt und Maßnahmen ergriffen, um sie zu vermeiden oder wenigstens zu minimieren“, erklärt Ralf Hellmann, Geschäftsführer von Dibella.

Mit gutem Beispiel voran
Dibella ist daher auf das ab dem Jahr 2023 geltende Gesetz über unternehmerische Sorgfaltspflichten in Lieferketten vorbereitet. Die Arbeit hat dem Unternehmen nun eine Hauptrolle in einer Praxis-Filmreihe des Bundesministeriums für Arbeit und Soziales (BMAS) eingetragen. In einem Kurzfilm über das Lieferkettengesetz zeigt Ralf Hellmann, dass sein Unternehmen potenzielle Menschenrechtsrisiken bereits am Anfang der textilen Lieferkette durch den Einsatz von GOTS zertifizierter und OCS-Fairtrade Baumwolle minimiert.

During the first physical Frankfurt Fashion Week in January 2022, PREMIUM GROUP will show more novelties than ever. (c) PREMIUM GROUP
SEEK
06.10.2021

SAVE THE DATE: Frankfurt, January 2022

  • HIGHER, FASTER, FURTHER ! During the first physical Frankfurt Fashion Week in January 2022, PREMIUM GROUP will show more novelties than ever.

The anticipation is rising! With the actual move to Frankfurt in January 2022, Anita Tillmann, Jörg Arntz and the teams will not only present further developed versions of the PREMIUM and SEEK fashion fairs, but will also celebrate a major B2C festival for the first time with THE GROUND.

More than ever, the Berliners‘ passion for people and fashion, but also for business and trading, is at the heart of all their events. And where better to combine all this than in the power metropolis of Frankfurt am Main.

  • HIGHER, FASTER, FURTHER ! During the first physical Frankfurt Fashion Week in January 2022, PREMIUM GROUP will show more novelties than ever.

The anticipation is rising! With the actual move to Frankfurt in January 2022, Anita Tillmann, Jörg Arntz and the teams will not only present further developed versions of the PREMIUM and SEEK fashion fairs, but will also celebrate a major B2C festival for the first time with THE GROUND.

More than ever, the Berliners‘ passion for people and fashion, but also for business and trading, is at the heart of all their events. And where better to combine all this than in the power metropolis of Frankfurt am Main.

„No city in Germany - no city in Europe - stands for business relevance and trading power as much as Frankfurt am Main,“ explains Tillmann. „We now have a unique opportunity to actively shape the future together. PREMIUM GROUP provides the industry with the platform, the brands with the creative content. In addition, we do what we do best, introduce the right players to each other and connect them. We bring together the movers and shakers who have the same drive as we do. With this new mix of location, entertainment, creative industry and trading focus, we are creating a unique momentum after the pandemic - January is when the big deals are made and the c ourse is set for the future.“

To achieve this goal, the PREMIUM GROUP teams have also given the proven successful formats PREMIUM and SEEK a new coat of paint. More space, new areas and shorter distances provide visitors with a completely new trade event experience. Trends, brands and events can be discovered together with new and well-known partners - for the first time all in one place!

And PREMIUM, which is already entering its 19th year in January, is also showing a new side in Frankfurt. Instead of being spread out like in Station-Berlin, in Frankfurt all brands show their collections in one big hall. „We are so excited to finally unite all exhibitors in one hall. This way we create a universe with many different worlds - colorful and exciting,“ says Wiebus. „We are in close exchange with all the protagonists throughout the year and continue to develop the concepts together. The entire industry is positive about coming together in Frankfurt. Everyone is keen to experience and create something completely new! We offer the framework for this - that is our strength.“

And the Berliners have another surprise in store for the Frankfurt debut: With THE GROUND, they are organizing a large fashion festival for young end consumers for the first time. Responsible for the event concept, in addition to Tillmann, Arntz and the PREMIUM GROUP- team, is B2C expert Kai Zollhöfer, who already made the Bread & Butter by Zalando a crowd puller. “THE GROUND is a B2C festival aimed at a young, purpose-driven generation. This new generation has a strong stance on current social and environmental challenges and expects brands to reflect them. The overriding themes at THE GROUND are therefore sustainability, diversity and equality”, said Zollhöfer.

The 3-day event offers brands the opportunity to interactively exhibit purpose-driven stories and products. In addition to the thematic focus on fashion, brands from the fields of wellbeing, beauty, mobility and technology will also present innovative products and solutions.

Fraunhofer UMSICHT: Bionische Mikroplastikfilter in Waschmaschinen (c) Jan Hagenmeyer/Uni Bonn
06.10.2021

Fraunhofer UMSICHT: Bionische Mikroplastikfilter in Waschmaschinen

In der Waschmaschine wird nicht nur die Wäsche sauber. Durch den Abrieb von Synthetikfasern gelangen mit dem Abwasser auch winzige Kunststoffpartikel in die Umwelt. Biologinnen und Biologen der Universität Bonn wollen zusammen mit dem Fraunhofer UMSICHT und der Firma Hengst nach dem Vorbild von Fischkiemen einen effizienten, nachhaltigen und haltbaren Waschmaschinenfilter entwickeln. Das Projekt »FishFlow« wird vom Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung (BMBF) für ein Jahr mit rund 500 000 Euro gefördert.

Im Fokus stehen Filtertechnologien, die die Verbreitung der unter fünf Millimeter kleinen Kunststoffteilchen unterbinden. Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler der Universität Bonn nehmen nun das Maul von Fischen als biologisches Vorbild für neuartige Filter. »Es gibt viele filtrierende Tiere, aber der Apparat der Fische, von den Kiemenbögen bis zur Weiterleitung der Nahrung in den Verdauungstrakt, weist im Vergleich die höchste Ähnlichkeit zu den Verhältnissen in der Waschmaschine auf«, sagt Prof. Alexander Blanke vom Institut für Evolutionsbiologie und Ökologie der Universität Bonn.

In der Waschmaschine wird nicht nur die Wäsche sauber. Durch den Abrieb von Synthetikfasern gelangen mit dem Abwasser auch winzige Kunststoffpartikel in die Umwelt. Biologinnen und Biologen der Universität Bonn wollen zusammen mit dem Fraunhofer UMSICHT und der Firma Hengst nach dem Vorbild von Fischkiemen einen effizienten, nachhaltigen und haltbaren Waschmaschinenfilter entwickeln. Das Projekt »FishFlow« wird vom Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung (BMBF) für ein Jahr mit rund 500 000 Euro gefördert.

Im Fokus stehen Filtertechnologien, die die Verbreitung der unter fünf Millimeter kleinen Kunststoffteilchen unterbinden. Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler der Universität Bonn nehmen nun das Maul von Fischen als biologisches Vorbild für neuartige Filter. »Es gibt viele filtrierende Tiere, aber der Apparat der Fische, von den Kiemenbögen bis zur Weiterleitung der Nahrung in den Verdauungstrakt, weist im Vergleich die höchste Ähnlichkeit zu den Verhältnissen in der Waschmaschine auf«, sagt Prof. Alexander Blanke vom Institut für Evolutionsbiologie und Ökologie der Universität Bonn.

Zusammen mit dem Fraunhofer UMSICHT in Oberhausen und der Firma Hengst in Münster starten die Forschenden ein Projekt, mit dem die Strukturen der Fische nachempfunden werden sollen.

Ziel des Forschungsteams ist ein Filter, der möglichst lange hält, nachhaltig gefertigt ist und eine Rückhalteeffizienz von mehr als 90 Prozent aufweist.

Source:

Fraunhofer-Institut für Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik UMSICHT