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25.03.2024

SGL Carbon: CEO Dr. Torsten Derr will not extend contract

The CEO of SGL Carbon SE, Dr. Torsten Derr, informed the Chairman of the Supervisory Board today that he will not extend his contract, which expires on May 31, 2025. Dr. Derr will continue his duties until the new CEO is appointed, at the latest until May 31, 2025.

“SGL Carbon is once again a strong and stable company whose profitable development I will continue to work on with all my strength until the last day. But even without me, my colleague on the Board of Management, Thomas Dippold, and the team will continue to develop the company successfully. The last almost four years have always been the achievement of the entire SGL team. SGL Carbon is now sailing in stable waters and my transformation work will therefore be completed shortly,” explains Dr. Torsten Derr.

The CEO of SGL Carbon SE, Dr. Torsten Derr, informed the Chairman of the Supervisory Board today that he will not extend his contract, which expires on May 31, 2025. Dr. Derr will continue his duties until the new CEO is appointed, at the latest until May 31, 2025.

“SGL Carbon is once again a strong and stable company whose profitable development I will continue to work on with all my strength until the last day. But even without me, my colleague on the Board of Management, Thomas Dippold, and the team will continue to develop the company successfully. The last almost four years have always been the achievement of the entire SGL team. SGL Carbon is now sailing in stable waters and my transformation work will therefore be completed shortly,” explains Dr. Torsten Derr.

“We are grateful to Dr. Derr for talking to us early on and in a spirit of trust. This will allow us to take our time in arranging his succession. SGL Carbon can look back on three successful financial years, is financially strong and relies on a broad-based management team that continues to drive forward the expansion of the business in strong growth markets. In our appreciative discussions, Dr. Derr has promised to complete all important projects with his usual commitment until the handover of the CEO position,” says Prof. Dr. Frank Richter.

The Supervisory Board will immediately begin the search for a successor to Dr. Torsten Derr.

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SGL Carbon SE CEO management
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SGL Carbon SE

Robot system (c) STFI
20.03.2024

STFI: Highlights of textile research at Techtextil 2024

STFI will be presenting high-end textile products and solutions at Techtextil 2024. The highlights from current research results and innovations provide an insight into the digitalisation of textile production, show applications for 3D printing and smart technical textiles and provide examples of particularly sustainably designed products as well as innovative approaches for protective and medical textiles.

The central highlight of STFI's presence at Techtextil is a robot system that demonstrates the automated processing of a bobbin frame on a small scale. The pick-and-place application demonstrates camera-supported gripping of the bobbins. The robot is part of the STFI's “Textile Factory of the Future” which demonstrates automation solutions for the textile industry in a laboratory environment.

STFI will be presenting high-end textile products and solutions at Techtextil 2024. The highlights from current research results and innovations provide an insight into the digitalisation of textile production, show applications for 3D printing and smart technical textiles and provide examples of particularly sustainably designed products as well as innovative approaches for protective and medical textiles.

The central highlight of STFI's presence at Techtextil is a robot system that demonstrates the automated processing of a bobbin frame on a small scale. The pick-and-place application demonstrates camera-supported gripping of the bobbins. The robot is part of the STFI's “Textile Factory of the Future” which demonstrates automation solutions for the textile industry in a laboratory environment.

From the field of sustainable products and solutions, a sleeping bag with bio-based and therefore vegan filling material and a natural fibre-based composite element for furniture construction, in which LEDs and capacitive proximity sensors for contactless function control have been applied using embroidery technology, will be on show. Printed heating conductor structures demonstrate current research work for the e-mobility of the future, as the individually controllable seat and interior heating should ultimately reduce weight and save energy compared to conventional heating systems.

While a protective suit for special task forces protects against the dangers of a Molotov cocktail attack, a shin guard and a knee brace with patellar ring illustrate the process combination of 3D printing and UV LED cross-linking. Other highlights from lightweight textile construction include the rib of a vertical rudder of an Airbus A320 and a green snowboard made from recycled carbon fibres.

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STFI Techtextil Smart textiles
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Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI)

Professor Dr.-Ing. Markus Milwich Photo: DITF
Professor Dr.-Ing. Markus Milwich.
19.03.2024

Markus Milwich represents "Lightweight Design Agency for Baden-Württemberg"

Lightweight design is a key enabler for addressing the energy transition and sustainable economy. Following the liquidation of the state agency Leichtbau BW GmbH, a consortium consisting of the Allianz Faserbasierter Werkstoffe Baden-Württtemberg (AFBW), the Leichtbauzentrum Baden-Württemberg (LBZ e.V. -BW) and Composites United Baden-Württemberg (CU BW) now represents the interests of the lightweight construction community in the State.

The Lightweight Design Agency for Baden-Württemberg is set up for this purpose on behalf of and with the support of the State. The Lightweight Construction Alliance BW is the central point of contact for all players in the field of lightweight construction in the State and acts in their interests at national and international level. Professor Markus Milwich from the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) represents the agency.

Lightweight design is a key enabler for addressing the energy transition and sustainable economy. Following the liquidation of the state agency Leichtbau BW GmbH, a consortium consisting of the Allianz Faserbasierter Werkstoffe Baden-Württtemberg (AFBW), the Leichtbauzentrum Baden-Württemberg (LBZ e.V. -BW) and Composites United Baden-Württemberg (CU BW) now represents the interests of the lightweight construction community in the State.

The Lightweight Design Agency for Baden-Württemberg is set up for this purpose on behalf of and with the support of the State. The Lightweight Construction Alliance BW is the central point of contact for all players in the field of lightweight construction in the State and acts in their interests at national and international level. Professor Markus Milwich from the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) represents the agency.

The use of lightweight materials in combination with new production technologies will significantly reduce energy consumption in transportation, the manufacturing industry and the construction sector. Resources can be saved through the use of new materials. As a cross-functional technology, lightweight construction covers entire value chain from production and use to recycling and reuse.

The aim of the state government is to establish Baden-Württemberg as a leading provider of innovative lightweight construction technologies in order to strengthen the local economy and secure high-quality jobs.

Among others, the "Lightweight Construction Alliance Baden-Württemberg" will continue the nationally renowned "Lightweight Construction Day", which acts as an important source of inspiration for a wide range of lightweight construction topics among business and scientific community.

Professor Milwich, an expert with many years of experience and an excellent network beyond the State's borders, has been recruited for this task. In his role, Milwich also represents the state of Baden-Württemberg on the Strategy Advisory Board of the Lightweight Construction Initiative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, which supports the cross functional-technology and efficient transfer of knowledge between the various nationwide players in lightweight construction and serves as a central point of contact for entrepreneurs nationwide for all relevant questions.

From 2005 to 2020, Professor Milwich headed the Composite Technology research at the DITF, which was integrated into the Competence Center Polymers and Fiber Composites in 2020. He is also an honorary professor at Reutlingen University, where he teaches hybrid materials and composites. "Lightweight design is an essential aspect for sustainability, environmental and resource conservation. I always showcase this in research and teaching and now also as a representative of the lightweight construction community in Baden-Württemberg," emphasizes Professor Milwich.

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Deutsche Institute für Textil- und Faserforschung

15.03.2024

TMAS: Digitised solutions at Techtextil and Texprocess

Members of TMAS – the Swedish textile machinery association – will display technologies in alignment with the theme of digitalisation at the forthcoming Techtextil and Texprocess 2024 exhibitions, taking place in Frankfurt from April 23-26th.

Automatic handling
The fully automated and digitised handling solutions for finished garments, home textiles and furniture of Eton Systems, for example, will be demonstrated at Texprocess.

Designed to increase value-added time in production by eliminating manual transportation and minimising handling, the individually addressable product carriers are fully managed and controlled by the latest ETONingenious™ software. This web based real-time data collection and information system continuously accumulates, processes and makes all production information instantly available to supervisors, quality control personnel and management.

Members of TMAS – the Swedish textile machinery association – will display technologies in alignment with the theme of digitalisation at the forthcoming Techtextil and Texprocess 2024 exhibitions, taking place in Frankfurt from April 23-26th.

Automatic handling
The fully automated and digitised handling solutions for finished garments, home textiles and furniture of Eton Systems, for example, will be demonstrated at Texprocess.

Designed to increase value-added time in production by eliminating manual transportation and minimising handling, the individually addressable product carriers are fully managed and controlled by the latest ETONingenious™ software. This web based real-time data collection and information system continuously accumulates, processes and makes all production information instantly available to supervisors, quality control personnel and management.

Bespoke seams
Svegea will demonstrate its EC 300-XS colarette technology, which is used by garment manufacturers around the world for the production of tubular apparel components such as cuff and neck tapes and other seam reinforcements.

The EC 300-XS collarette cutter on show in Frankfurt is equipped with the latest E-Drive II system providing the operator with a very user-friendly touchscreen, providing full control of the cutting process. An accompanying FA 350 fully automatic roll slitting machine will also be demonstrated.

Digital finishing
At Techtextil meanwhile, Baldwin Technology Co. will provide full details of how its highly digitised TexCoat G4 non-contact spray technology for textile finishing and remoistening not only reduces water, chemicals and energy consumption, but also provides the flexibility to adapt to customer requirements in terms of single and double-sided finishing applications.

TexCoat G4 can reduce water consumption and chemical usage by as much as 50% compared to traditional padding application processes.

Yarn tension
Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, Eltex will display the latest Eltex EyETM system for the continuous monitoring of yarn tension on warp beams.

The Eltex EyETM eliminates problems when warping, and also in subsequent weaving or tufting processes, monitoring the yarn tension on all positions in real-time and enabling a minimum and maximum allowable tension value it be set. If any yarn’s tension falls outside these values the operator can be warned or the machine stopped.

The Eltex ACT and ACT-R units meanwhile go beyond yarn tension monitoring to actually control yarn tension. This extends the application range greatly. The plug and play system automatically compensates for any differences in yarn tension that arise, for example from irregularities in yarn packages.

Accumulated know-how
Vandewiele Sweden AB benefits from all of the synergies and accumulated know-how of Vandewiele Group, supplying weft yarn feeding and tension control units for weaving looms to the majority of weaving machine manufacturers. It also retrofits its latest technologies to working mills to enable instant benefits in terms of productivity and control.

The company will present its latest X4 yarn feeders with integrated accessory displays (TED) as a new standard, as well as launching its own e-commerce platform – iroonline.com.

The TED function enables weft tension settings to be transferred from one machine to another, enabling a fast start-up the next time the same article is woven. The position of the S-Flex Tensioner is constantly monitored by an internal sensor – even if adjustment is made during power off.

X4 feeders are also available with integrated active tension control (ATC-W) as an option. With the ATC-W active tension control, the required tension is easily set and monitored on the integrated display. Once set, the system constantly regulates itself, ensuring consistent yarn tension during the weaving process which is constantly and accurately measured by the ATC sensor unit, sending a signal to the ATC operator unit resulting in consistently stable yarn tension at the required level.

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TMAS - Swedish textile machinery association

Freudenberg showcases sustainable solutions at Techtextil 2024 (c) Freudenberg Performance Materials
Freudenberg´s sustainable carrier material for green roofs on urban buildings is made from renewable resources
15.03.2024

Freudenberg showcases sustainable solutions at Techtextil 2024

Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is showcasing solutions for the automotive, building, apparel, filtration and packaging industries at this year’s Techtextil in Frankfurt am Main from April 23 – 26.

Sustainable nonwoven for car seats
One innovation highlight at Techtextil is a novel Polyester nonwoven material for car seat padding. Also available as a nonwoven composite with PU foam, it is not only easier for car seat manufacturers to handle during the mounting process, but also ensures better dimensional stability as well as providing soft and flexible padding. It has a minimum 25 percent recycled content, for example, by reusing nonwoven clippings and waste, and is fully recyclable. Full supply chain transparency enables customers to trace and verify the content of the nonwoven and thus ensures a responsible production process. The Freudenberg experts will also be presenting several other nonwoven solutions made of up to 80 percent recycled materials that can be used in car seat manufacturing.

Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is showcasing solutions for the automotive, building, apparel, filtration and packaging industries at this year’s Techtextil in Frankfurt am Main from April 23 – 26.

Sustainable nonwoven for car seats
One innovation highlight at Techtextil is a novel Polyester nonwoven material for car seat padding. Also available as a nonwoven composite with PU foam, it is not only easier for car seat manufacturers to handle during the mounting process, but also ensures better dimensional stability as well as providing soft and flexible padding. It has a minimum 25 percent recycled content, for example, by reusing nonwoven clippings and waste, and is fully recyclable. Full supply chain transparency enables customers to trace and verify the content of the nonwoven and thus ensures a responsible production process. The Freudenberg experts will also be presenting several other nonwoven solutions made of up to 80 percent recycled materials that can be used in car seat manufacturing.

Biocarrier for green roofs
Freudenberg is showcasing a sustainable carrier material for green roofs on urban buildings at the trade fair. The carrier is made from polylactide, i.e. from renewable resources. When filled with soil, it provides a strong foothold to root systems, enabling the growth of lightweight sedum blankets that can be rolled out to provide instant green roofs. These roofs not only help counter urban heat, they also improve stormwater management and regulate indoor temperatures.

From textile waste to padding
The company extended its circular thermal wadding product range with the release of comfortemp® HO 80xR circular, a wadding made from 70 percent recycled polyamide from discarded fishing nets, carpet flooring and industrial plastic. Because polyamide 6, also known as nylon, retains its performance characteristics after multiple recycling processes, the fibers can be used again and again to manufacture performance sporting apparel, leisurewear and luxury garments.

Packaging solutions with various sustainability benefits
Freudenberg is also showcasing products for sustainable packaging and filtration solutions. The long-lasting Evolon® technical packaging series is a substitute for disposable packaging used in the transport of sensitive industrial items such as automotive parts. The material is made from up to 85 percent recycled PET. A further highlight at Techtextil are Freudenberg’s fully bio-based solutions for manufacturing dessicant bags. The binder-free material based on bio-fibers is also industrially compostable.
In addition, the experts will be giving trade fair visitors an insight into Freudenberg’s filtration portfolio.

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Freudenberg Performance Materials

Baldwin presents spray finishing system at Techtexil (c) Baldwin Technology Company Inc.
13.03.2024

Baldwin presents spray finishing system at Techtexil

Baldwin Technology Co. will join Elmatex GmbH at Techtexil (April 23-26 in Frankfurt, Germany) to demonstrate its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system.

Baldwin Technology Co. will join Elmatex GmbH at Techtexil (April 23-26 in Frankfurt, Germany) to demonstrate its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system.

With Baldwin’s system, the chemistry is precisely distributed across the textile surface and is applied only where it is required, on one or both sides of the fabric. The non-contact technology eliminates chemistry dilution in wet-on-wet processes, allowing full control of maintaining consistent chemistry coverage rates. Plus, pad bath contamination is eliminated, and changeovers are only required when there is a change of finish chemistry.
 
Furthermore, the system offers automated speed tracking, fabric-width compensation, and real-time monitoring to track system uptime, performance and chemistry usage, as well as active care alerts.
 
In addition, the TexCoat™ G4 system can process a wide range of low-viscosity water-based chemicals, such as durable water repellents, softeners, antimicrobials, flame retardants and more. Baldwin’s technology utilizes the same chemicals used in the traditional pad bath, and no special auxiliaries are required. The recipe is adjusted by increasing the concentration and reducing the pickup by a corresponding amount, so that the same level of solids is applied.
 
Some applications, such as durable water repellents, are only applied on the face of the fabric, instead of the traditional method of saturation through dipping and squeezing. Drier fabric entering the stenter means lower drying temperatures and faster process speeds. Single-side applications also open up the opportunity to process back-coated or laminated fabrics in a single pass of the stenter, instead of two passes.

Graphic CHT Germany GmbH
28.02.2024

PERFORMANCE DAYS: CHT presents sustainable textile innovations

At the PERFORMANCE DAYS Functional Fabric Fair in Munich on 20 and 21 March 2024, CHT will present its latest sustainable textile technologies with a focus on dyeing and effect chemicals.

These products are used to finish textiles with special functions such as water repellency, breathability and efficient moisture transport. Significant amounts of water and energy can be saved during the dyeing and finishing process, resulting in a lower CO2 footprint.

In addition to effect chemicals, CHT will be presenting its dyeing products with a focus on the use of bio-based, biodegradable and recycled materials to support the circular economy.

At the PERFORMANCE DAYS Functional Fabric Fair in Munich on 20 and 21 March 2024, CHT will present its latest sustainable textile technologies with a focus on dyeing and effect chemicals.

These products are used to finish textiles with special functions such as water repellency, breathability and efficient moisture transport. Significant amounts of water and energy can be saved during the dyeing and finishing process, resulting in a lower CO2 footprint.

In addition to effect chemicals, CHT will be presenting its dyeing products with a focus on the use of bio-based, biodegradable and recycled materials to support the circular economy.

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CHT Germany GmbH

Das Mehrweg-Glossar ist zweisprachig (Deutsch und Englisch) und kostenlos erhältlich. © Adobe Stock PX Media/Composing Fraunhofer IML
Das Mehrweg-Glossar ist zweisprachig (Deutsch und Englisch) und kostenlos erhältlich.
14.02.2024

Klarheit im Begriffs-Dschungel der Circular Economy

Wie unterscheiden sich Wiederverwendung und Recycling? Wie ist der deutsche Begriff Mehrweg zu verwenden, wie grenzt er sich von Einweg ab? Für welche Bewertung sind Wiedereinsatzquoten sinnvoller als Recyclingquoten? Antworten auf diese nicht zuletzt durch die PPWR (Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation der EU) aufgeworfenen Fragen und kurze Erläuterungen zu Begrifflichkeiten der Kreislaufführung von Verpackungen liefert das neue auf Deutsch und Englisch erschienene »Mehrweg-Glossar/Glossary on Reuse«. Das Fraunhofer-Institut für Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik UMSICHT und das Fraunhofer-Institut für Materialfluss und Logistik IML erstellten dies im Auftrag der Stiftung Initiative Mehrweg, um Klarheit in die oft nicht trennscharfen Begrifflichkeiten rund um Wiederverwendung und die Circular Economy zu bringen.

Wie unterscheiden sich Wiederverwendung und Recycling? Wie ist der deutsche Begriff Mehrweg zu verwenden, wie grenzt er sich von Einweg ab? Für welche Bewertung sind Wiedereinsatzquoten sinnvoller als Recyclingquoten? Antworten auf diese nicht zuletzt durch die PPWR (Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation der EU) aufgeworfenen Fragen und kurze Erläuterungen zu Begrifflichkeiten der Kreislaufführung von Verpackungen liefert das neue auf Deutsch und Englisch erschienene »Mehrweg-Glossar/Glossary on Reuse«. Das Fraunhofer-Institut für Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik UMSICHT und das Fraunhofer-Institut für Materialfluss und Logistik IML erstellten dies im Auftrag der Stiftung Initiative Mehrweg, um Klarheit in die oft nicht trennscharfen Begrifflichkeiten rund um Wiederverwendung und die Circular Economy zu bringen.

Das rund 40 Seiten umfassende, zweisprachige Glossar hat das Ziel, Beschreibungen und Vergleiche im Bereich der wiederverwendbaren und rezyklierbaren Verpackungssysteme zu schärfen. Das Werk soll als Arbeitshilfe dienen, um die Kommunikation zwischen Wissenschaft, Politik, Unternehmen und Verbraucher*innen zu erleichtern. Begrifflichkeiten wie Recycling, Reutilization, Einweg, Mehrweg oder Recyclingquoten sind omnipräsent, jedoch nicht immer trennscharf definiert. Beispielsweise werden Wiederverwendung und Recycling manchmal als konkurrierende Verfahren angesehen, manchmal fungiert Recycling als Oberbegriff, manchmal Wiederverwendung. »In diesem Glossar betrachten wir die Wiederverwendung als zerstörungsfreie Kreislaufführung, d.h. das Objekt und seine Form bleiben erhalten, während das Recycling einen zerstörenden Aufbereitungsprozess beschreibt, bei dem es vor allem um den Stofferhalt geht«, gibt Jürgen Bertling von Fraunhofer UMSICHT und Mitautor des Glossars einen Einblick.

Das Glossar ist in vier Kapitel unterteilt: Zunächst erläutert das Autorenteam relevante Aspekte für den Vergleich von Verpackungssystemen, das nächste Kapitel enthält Übersichtsgrafiken zu Verpackungstypen in Abhängigkeit ihrer Kreislauffähigkeit und eine schematische Darstellung verbundener Kreisläufe. Die Definitionen aller relevanten Begrifflichkeiten wie z. B. Wiederverwendung und Weiterverwendung sowie eine Abgrenzung und Einordnung der im Deutschen verwendeten Begrifflichkeiten Einweg und Mehrweg finden sich im dritten Kapitel. Das Glossar schließt mit einem Kapitel zu Formeln und Formelzeichen für Berechnungen, die zu einer möglichst allgemeinverständlichen Schreibweise in wissenschaftlich-technischen Analysen beitragen sollen.

Das Glossar ist frei zugänglich und kann unter diesem Link heruntergeladen werden.

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Fraunhofer-Institut für Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik UMSICHT
Fraunhofer-Institut für Materialfluss und Logistik IML

NRW.Energy4Climate veröffentlicht Diskussionspapier. © Warchi-iStock.com
NRW.Energy4Climate veröffentlicht Diskussionspapier.
13.02.2024

Klimaneutrale Industrie braucht schnelle Genehmigungsverfahren

Für die Transformation der Industrie hin zur Klimaneutralität sind zügige Genehmigungsverfahren eine zentrale Rahmenbedingung. Denn sie bestimmen darüber, ob notwendige Maßnahmen schnell umgesetzt werden können. Mit dem nun veröffentlichten Diskussionspapier legt die unter dem Dach der Landesgesellschaft NRW.Energy4Climate arbeitende Initiative IN4climate.NRW konkrete Vorschläge zur Weiterentwicklung des Rechtsrahmens vor.

EnWG, UVPG, BImSchG, BauGB: Diese Kürzel stehen für Bundesgesetze, die erheblichen Einfluss auf die Dauer von Genehmigungsverfahren nehmen können. Um die Industrie beim klimaneutralen Umbau bestmöglich zu unterstützen, ist es notwendig, diesen bestehenden Rechtsrahmen weiterzuentwickeln. Hier setzt das Diskussionspapier »Vorschläge zur Beschleunigung von Genehmigungsverfahren für die Transformation der Industrie zur Klimaverträglichkeit« an. In fünf Themenfeldern formuliert das Papier Vorschläge zur Änderung des Bundesrechts. Ausgangspunkt sind dabei Praxiserfahrungen der energieintensiven Grundstoffindustrie und der zugehörigen Infrastruktursektoren.

Für die Transformation der Industrie hin zur Klimaneutralität sind zügige Genehmigungsverfahren eine zentrale Rahmenbedingung. Denn sie bestimmen darüber, ob notwendige Maßnahmen schnell umgesetzt werden können. Mit dem nun veröffentlichten Diskussionspapier legt die unter dem Dach der Landesgesellschaft NRW.Energy4Climate arbeitende Initiative IN4climate.NRW konkrete Vorschläge zur Weiterentwicklung des Rechtsrahmens vor.

EnWG, UVPG, BImSchG, BauGB: Diese Kürzel stehen für Bundesgesetze, die erheblichen Einfluss auf die Dauer von Genehmigungsverfahren nehmen können. Um die Industrie beim klimaneutralen Umbau bestmöglich zu unterstützen, ist es notwendig, diesen bestehenden Rechtsrahmen weiterzuentwickeln. Hier setzt das Diskussionspapier »Vorschläge zur Beschleunigung von Genehmigungsverfahren für die Transformation der Industrie zur Klimaverträglichkeit« an. In fünf Themenfeldern formuliert das Papier Vorschläge zur Änderung des Bundesrechts. Ausgangspunkt sind dabei Praxiserfahrungen der energieintensiven Grundstoffindustrie und der zugehörigen Infrastruktursektoren.

Samir Khayat, Geschäftsführer von NRW.Energy4Climate: »In unserer Initiative IN4climate.NRW bringen wir Wissenschaft, Politik und Wirtschaft an einen Tisch und erarbeiten Lösungsansätze, um den klimaneutralen Umbau der Industrie in der Praxis umzusetzen. Schnelle Genehmigungsverfahren sind hierbei von ganz zentraler Bedeutung. In dem Diskussionspapier machen wir konkrete Vorschläge, die echtes Beschleunigungspotenzial haben. Denn notwendige Umbaumaßen müssen, unter Wahrung der rechtlichen Vorgaben, zeitnah und zielgerichtet umgesetzt werden können.«

Den Diskussionsbeitrag hat IN4climate.NRW gemeinsam mit Partnerunternehmen in der Arbeitsgruppe »Genehmigungsverfahren« erarbeitet. Hierzu gehören Heidelberg Materials, thyssenkrupp Steel, Open Grid Europe und das Fraunhofer-Institut für Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik UMSICHT.

Bundeseinheitliche Beschleunigung von Fachverfahren
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrich Seifert vom Fraunhofer UMSICHT und einer der Autoren: »Die grundsätzliche Passfähigkeit der Vorschläge in den bestehenden Rechtsrahmen und plausibel darstellbare Bezüge zu übergeordneten, rechtsverbindlichen Zielen des Klimaschutzes waren die Leitmerkmale, um aus den beigesteuerten Hinweisen und Empfehlungen der Industriepartner eine Auswahl treffen und ausformulieren zu können. Die Vorschläge konzentrieren sich auf mögliche Änderungen des Bundesrechts, da in erster Linie eine bundeseinheitliche Beschleunigung von Fachverfahren angestrebt werden sollte, die allen Betroffenen in der Praxis zugutekommt. Sie folgen dem erkannten Bedarf, Transformationsvorhaben in der Breite den Weg zu ebnen und dabei auch notwendige Infrastrukturen einzubeziehen.«

Einige der in dem Papier enthaltenen Vorschläge sind bereits Gegenstand laufender Prozesse zur Gesetzesnovellierung, zu welchen das Papier durch die Einbettung in Praxiserfahrungen einen ergänzenden Beitrag leisten möchte. Die Vorschläge sind in die Themenfelder Energiewirtschaftsgesetz (EnWG), Gesetz über die Umweltverträglichkeitsprüfung (UVPG), Bundes-Immissionsschutzgesetz (BImSchG), Baugesetzbuch (BauGB) und Übergreifendes untergliedert. Jedem Änderungsvorschlag wird eine kurze Beschreibung der rechtlichen Situation vorangestellt, die die Problematik mit dem Blick auf zügige Genehmigungsverfahren veranschaulicht. Dem einzelnen Änderungsvorschlag folgt die juristische Begründung.

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

 

Maite Kelly mit ihrer Maite x Sioux Sneaker-Kollektion Fotografin: Jasmin Pohlmann, Bildrechte: Sioux Holding GmbH
Maite Kelly mit der Maite x Sioux Sneaker-Kollektion
07.02.2024

Sioux launcht Maite Kelly-Kollektion

Das Schuh-Label Sioux gilt als Erfinder des Mokassins und gewinnt im Jahr seines siebzigjährigen Bestehens Maite Kelly als Kooperationspartnerin.

Maite Kelly gehört zu den erfolgreichen Persönlichkeiten im Musikbusiness in Deutschland und Europa. Mit vielen Auszeichnungen und Nummer-1-Hits ist sie eine der populärsten Solo-Künstlerinnen und Songwriterinnen in Deutschland.
Darüber hinaus schaffte sie es als Autorin mit ihren Kinderbuchreihen „Die kleine Hummel Bommel“ und „Püttchen“ auf SPIEGEL-Bestsellerlisten.

Maite Kelly entwarf in enger Zusammenarbeit mit dem Sioux-Kreativteam eine exklusive „Maite Metallic“ Sneaker-Kollektion, die ab Mitte April 2024 in ausgewählten Fachgeschäften erhältlich ist.

Das Schuh-Label Sioux gilt als Erfinder des Mokassins und gewinnt im Jahr seines siebzigjährigen Bestehens Maite Kelly als Kooperationspartnerin.

Maite Kelly gehört zu den erfolgreichen Persönlichkeiten im Musikbusiness in Deutschland und Europa. Mit vielen Auszeichnungen und Nummer-1-Hits ist sie eine der populärsten Solo-Künstlerinnen und Songwriterinnen in Deutschland.
Darüber hinaus schaffte sie es als Autorin mit ihren Kinderbuchreihen „Die kleine Hummel Bommel“ und „Püttchen“ auf SPIEGEL-Bestsellerlisten.

Maite Kelly entwarf in enger Zusammenarbeit mit dem Sioux-Kreativteam eine exklusive „Maite Metallic“ Sneaker-Kollektion, die ab Mitte April 2024 in ausgewählten Fachgeschäften erhältlich ist.

More information:
Sioux Sneaker Maite Kelly
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Sioux Holding GmbH

Wissenschaftspreis UMSICHT © Fraunhofer UMSICHT
20.12.2023

UMSICHT-Wissenschaftspreis 2024

Der Förderverein des Fraunhofer UMSICHT verleiht zum 15. Mal den UMSICHT-Wissenschaftspreis und zeichnet Menschen aus, die mit ihrer Arbeit den Dialog zwischen Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft fördern. Ab sofort und noch bis zum 29. Februar 2024 können sich potenzielle Preisträgerinnen und Preisträger in den Kategorien Wissenschaft und Journalismus bewerben.

Seit 2010 prämiert der UMSICHT-Förderverein Wissenschaftler*innen und Journalist*innen mit dem UMSICHT-Wissenschaftspreis, die Forschungsergebnisse zu den Themen Umweltschutz und Nachhaltigkeit der Gesellschaft zugänglich machen. Die Wahl trifft eine Jury aus Wissenschaftler*innen, Unternehmer*innen, Selbstständigen, Journalist*innen und PR-Fachleuten. Neben dem Preisgeld von 8000 Euro in der Kategorie Wissenschaft, 2000 Euro in der Kategorie Journalismus und der Skulptur »Innovation« erhalten die Preisträger*innen Zugang zum Netzwerk einer anerkannten Forschungseinrichtung und knüpfen Kontakte in Wissenschaft, Wirtschaft und Politik.

Der Förderverein des Fraunhofer UMSICHT verleiht zum 15. Mal den UMSICHT-Wissenschaftspreis und zeichnet Menschen aus, die mit ihrer Arbeit den Dialog zwischen Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft fördern. Ab sofort und noch bis zum 29. Februar 2024 können sich potenzielle Preisträgerinnen und Preisträger in den Kategorien Wissenschaft und Journalismus bewerben.

Seit 2010 prämiert der UMSICHT-Förderverein Wissenschaftler*innen und Journalist*innen mit dem UMSICHT-Wissenschaftspreis, die Forschungsergebnisse zu den Themen Umweltschutz und Nachhaltigkeit der Gesellschaft zugänglich machen. Die Wahl trifft eine Jury aus Wissenschaftler*innen, Unternehmer*innen, Selbstständigen, Journalist*innen und PR-Fachleuten. Neben dem Preisgeld von 8000 Euro in der Kategorie Wissenschaft, 2000 Euro in der Kategorie Journalismus und der Skulptur »Innovation« erhalten die Preisträger*innen Zugang zum Netzwerk einer anerkannten Forschungseinrichtung und knüpfen Kontakte in Wissenschaft, Wirtschaft und Politik.

In der Kategorie Wissenschaft sind neben Dissertationen Abschlussberichte, Studien etc. gern gesehen. Ein besonderes Augenmerk bei der Beurteilung liegt auf dem fachwissenschaftlichen Niveau und dem nachhaltigen Nutzen der Arbeit für Umwelt und Gesellschaft. Im Fokus stehen Innovationsgrad, die Markt- und Anwendungsnähe sowie eine gut verständliche und überzeugende Darstellung.

In der Kategorie Journalismus ist die mediale Form der eingereichten Arbeit offen: Print, Online, Audio oder Video. Reine Konzepte, Fotoarbeiten und Bücher können jedoch nicht bewertet werden. Die anschauliche und verständliche Wiedergabe eines gesellschaftlich und wissenschaftlich relevanten Themas sowie die Eigenständigkeit und Ausgewogenheit der Stellungnahmen sind wichtige Bewertungskriterien.

Für beide Preiskategorien gilt: Die Arbeiten müssen veröffentlicht sein und sich mit nachhaltigen Themen aus den Bereichen Umwelt-, Verfahrenstechnik oder Energietechnik beschäftigen. Wissenschaftliche Arbeiten dürfen nicht älter als zwei Jahre, journalistische Arbeiten nicht älter als ein Jahr sein. Beide können auf Deutsch oder Englisch eingereicht werden. Bewertet werden publizierte Einzel- und auch Gemeinschaftsarbeiten. Bei Gemeinschaftsarbeiten ist darauf zu achten, dass der Eigenanteil gekennzeichnet ist und die Haupt-Anteilsträgerin bzw. der Haupt-Anteilsträger die Arbeit einreicht.
Die Arbeit einreichen

Bewerbungen sind schnell und unkompliziert über ein Online-Formular möglich. Bewerbungsschluss ist der 29. Februar 2024.

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Fraunhofer UMSICHT

12.12.2023

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles in August 2024

from both inside and outside of Asia. Looking ahead, the stage will be set once again at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) next year, allowing exhibitors and buyers from the industry to match their trading needs onsite. Thanks to the resumption of global travel and the ongoing industry recovery, the next Autumn edition is slated to attract even more multinational fairgoers and diverse home and contract textile collections. The fair will return in 14 – 16 August 2024.

from both inside and outside of Asia. Looking ahead, the stage will be set once again at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) next year, allowing exhibitors and buyers from the industry to match their trading needs onsite. Thanks to the resumption of global travel and the ongoing industry recovery, the next Autumn edition is slated to attract even more multinational fairgoers and diverse home and contract textile collections. The fair will return in 14 – 16 August 2024.

A recent study showed a significant rise in corporate travel in 2023, driven largely by the resurgence of live business events and the easing of restrictions following several turbulent years. Adding to this, the Chinese government has announced several measures in a bid to attract more international visitors, including a simplified visa application process as the latest initiative.
 
As one of the largest economies in the world, China is renowned for producing high-value products across the home textile spectrum, making Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles an essential stop for global suppliers and buyers aiming to kick off the next business season.  
 
Emerging markets have become a significant focus for the industry in recent years. China's exports of home textiles to the ASEAN market amounted to around USD 2.09 billion in the first quarter of 2023, with an increase of 18% year-on-year; of which around USD 1.38 billion was exported in finished goods, seeing a rise of over 42% year-on-year[3]. With this growth in trade, buyers from fast growing emerging markets are expected to increasingly benefit from the Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles platform to fulfil their sourcing needs.
 
The upcoming Autumn edition will continue to comprise a wide range of home textile products, including bedding & towelling, rugs, table & kitchen linen, upholstery & curtain fabrics, editors, home textile technologies and textile design.
 
Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Home Textile Association (CHTA).

08.12.2023

EURATEX welcomes approval of PanEuroMed rules of origin

EURATEX welcomes the unanimous vote in support of the new rules of origin under the PEM Convention, as a historic achievement. Facilitating trade and investments in the “PanEuroMed” region (covering 27 EU member states and 24 partner countries in the neighbourhood region)1 is top priority region for the EU, as trade with these countries accounted for €677 billion in 2023. For the EU textile and clothing sector, the region represents 35% of its exports and 21% of its imports.
 
In 2013 the European Commission adopted a package of proposals aimed at increasing trade between the European Union and neighbouring countries in the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) region. The proposal introduced modernised rules of origin of the PEM convention, lifting the prohibition of duty-drawback and introducing the principle of “full cumulation”.

EURATEX welcomes the unanimous vote in support of the new rules of origin under the PEM Convention, as a historic achievement. Facilitating trade and investments in the “PanEuroMed” region (covering 27 EU member states and 24 partner countries in the neighbourhood region)1 is top priority region for the EU, as trade with these countries accounted for €677 billion in 2023. For the EU textile and clothing sector, the region represents 35% of its exports and 21% of its imports.
 
In 2013 the European Commission adopted a package of proposals aimed at increasing trade between the European Union and neighbouring countries in the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) region. The proposal introduced modernised rules of origin of the PEM convention, lifting the prohibition of duty-drawback and introducing the principle of “full cumulation”.

Today, after ten years of intense negotiations which EURATEX supported, the European Commission reached a full and final agreement with all PEM partners. This is a landmark achievement that will unlock the full potential of the Euro-Mediterranean area as the biggest and most integrated region of advanced manufacturing and trading of sustainable textiles and clothing. The rules adopted today will accelerate the integration of T&C supply chains and boost T&C production and trade within the region, both in the East and Southern borders of the EU. In a moment when companies are looking at moving their production from Asia to nearby, like-minded and more reliable countries , it is very timely to have the PEM Convention implemented.

EURATEX’s President, Mr Alberto Paccanelli, commented: “This is a strategic trade deal that can help European companies recover from the multiple crisis which we face since 2020”. He continued “We call on the European Union to not stop here, but keep up the efforts to secure trade deals that are good for European companies and their competitive position in the world. The next objective should be the adoption of the EU-Mercosur Agreement and a conclusive settlement of all trade disputes with the United States”.    
 
According to Director General Dirk Vantyghem, “today’s unanimous vote in favour of the modernised PEM rules is good news for our industry.. We should now engage with these partner countries to fully exploit the potential of these new rules. EURATEX is ready to engage in an industrial dialogue with the companies from the PEM Countries to facilitate their transition to the new framework”.

1 The PanEuroMed contracting parties are: the EU, the EFTA States (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein), the Faroe Islands, the participants in the Barcelona Process (Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, the territories of West Bank and Gaza, Syria, Tunisia and Turkey), the participants in the EU's Stabilisation and Association Process (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo), the Republic of Moldova, Ukraine.

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EURATEX 

Award winners with foundation chairman, foundation MD and professors (c) VDMA e.V. Textile Machinery
Award winners with foundation chairman, foundation MD and professors
08.12.2023

Walter Reiners Foundation honours young engineers

As part of the Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf International Textile Conference in Dresden, the Chairman of the Walter Reiners Foundation of the VDMA, Peter D. Dornier, presented awards to four successful young engineers. Two promotion prizes and two sustainability prizes were awarded in the Bachelor and Diploma/Master categories. Academic works in which solutions for resource-saving products and technologies are developed are eligible for the sustainability prizes.

A sustainability prize worth 3,000 euros in the Bachelor's category was awarded to Franziska Jauch, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, for her Bachelor's thesis on pigment digital printing in denim production.

The promotion prize in the Bachelor's category, also worth 3,000 euros, went to Annika Datko, RWTH Aachen, for her work on determining the polyester content in used textiles.

Dave Kersevan, TU Dresden, was honoured with a sustainability prize in the Diploma/Master's category, endowed with 3,500 euros. The subject of his thesis was the development of a laboratory system for the production of needled carbon preforms.

As part of the Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf International Textile Conference in Dresden, the Chairman of the Walter Reiners Foundation of the VDMA, Peter D. Dornier, presented awards to four successful young engineers. Two promotion prizes and two sustainability prizes were awarded in the Bachelor and Diploma/Master categories. Academic works in which solutions for resource-saving products and technologies are developed are eligible for the sustainability prizes.

A sustainability prize worth 3,000 euros in the Bachelor's category was awarded to Franziska Jauch, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, for her Bachelor's thesis on pigment digital printing in denim production.

The promotion prize in the Bachelor's category, also worth 3,000 euros, went to Annika Datko, RWTH Aachen, for her work on determining the polyester content in used textiles.

Dave Kersevan, TU Dresden, was honoured with a sustainability prize in the Diploma/Master's category, endowed with 3,500 euros. The subject of his thesis was the development of a laboratory system for the production of needled carbon preforms.

This year's promotion award in the Diploma/Master's category, endowed with prize money of 3,500 euros, went to Flávio Diniz from RWTH Aachen. The subject of his Master's thesis was the feasibility of manufacturing ultra-thin carbon fibres.

The award ceremony 2024 will take place in April at the VDMA stand at the Techtextil fair in Frankfurt.

Fraunhofer: "Innovative Citizen" 2023 - Selbst zu Makern werden (c) Fraunhofer UMSICHT
20.11.2023

Fraunhofer: "Innovative Citizen" 2023 - Selbst zu Makern werden

Was ist eine demokratische Technik? Wie können wir technologische Innovationen am besten für selbstbestimmte Lebensstile mitgestalten? Welchen Beitrag können neue Technologien für einen Wandel hin zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit leisten? Diese Fragen und eine Vielzahl an praktischen Workshops, Diskussionen und Vorträgen stehen im Mittelpunkt beim »Innovative Citizen – dem Festival für eine demokratische Technik | make - fab - grow - repair - cycle« am 24. und 25. November in der Werkhalle des Uniongewerbehof in Dortmund. Beim Festival steht vor allem das Kennenlernen und Ausprobieren an erster Stelle. Um Anmeldung zu den Workshops wird gebeten, die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei.

Was ist eine demokratische Technik? Wie können wir technologische Innovationen am besten für selbstbestimmte Lebensstile mitgestalten? Welchen Beitrag können neue Technologien für einen Wandel hin zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit leisten? Diese Fragen und eine Vielzahl an praktischen Workshops, Diskussionen und Vorträgen stehen im Mittelpunkt beim »Innovative Citizen – dem Festival für eine demokratische Technik | make - fab - grow - repair - cycle« am 24. und 25. November in der Werkhalle des Uniongewerbehof in Dortmund. Beim Festival steht vor allem das Kennenlernen und Ausprobieren an erster Stelle. Um Anmeldung zu den Workshops wird gebeten, die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei.

Nach langer Pause ist das »Innovative Citizen Festival« wieder zurück in Dortmund – eine Initiative des Fraunhofer UMSICHT, der Folkwang Universität der Künste und der Dezentrale Dortmund. Zum sechsten Mal dreht sich am 24. und 25. November alles um neue Technologien, nachhaltige Entwicklung und den technikaffinen und gleichzeitig technikkritischen Menschen. Folgende Themen stehen auf dem Programm: Künstliche Intelligenz, Pilzkunde in der Praxis, eine nachhaltige Textilwirtschaft, Prototyping Energiewende, Kunststoffrecycling und Upcycling von Kleidung. Workshops für Kinder sind ebenfalls dabei. Interessierte können selbst zum »Maker« werden, neue Perspektiven für eine nachhaltige und kreative Stadtgemeinschaft kennen lernen oder einfach mitdiskutieren.

Die Veranstalterinnen und Veranstalter sehen das Festival als eine Chance, Forschung und Entwicklung und die Überführung der Ergebnisse in die Praxis als demokratischen Prozess zu nutzen. Menschen sollen an der Entwicklung von Innovationen beteiligt sein, Verantwortung dafür übernehmen und gleichzeitig die Chancen für ein modernes und nachhaltiges Wirtschaften wahrnehmen – z.B. durch Stärkung von lokalen Gemeinschaften.

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Fraunhofer UMSICHT

17.11.2023

Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp: Flax fibres for Sailing boats

The adoption of composite parts based on flax fibres by the Marine Industry continues to grow, with major OEMs as well as smaller shipyards now aiming to take advantage of the reduced carbon impact and impressive mechanical properties they can provide.

“Over the last ten or fifteen years, several innovative flax fibre boats have been built and the fibre has started to gain significant traction,” says Julie Pariset, Innovation & CSR Director at the Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp. “In addition to the environmental benefits, manufacturers are realising significant technical and processing gains with flax fibre composites.”

“Flax is a very low-density fibre, with a high specific stiffness,” she explains. “It can be used to manufacture composite laminates with mechanical properties not dissimilar to typical E-glass composites and the coefficient of thermal expansion of a flax fibre epoxy part is also quite close to that of a carbon fibre part.” This allows the materials to work well in combined assemblies with carbon fibre composites and the flax parts are also highly impact resistant.

The adoption of composite parts based on flax fibres by the Marine Industry continues to grow, with major OEMs as well as smaller shipyards now aiming to take advantage of the reduced carbon impact and impressive mechanical properties they can provide.

“Over the last ten or fifteen years, several innovative flax fibre boats have been built and the fibre has started to gain significant traction,” says Julie Pariset, Innovation & CSR Director at the Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp. “In addition to the environmental benefits, manufacturers are realising significant technical and processing gains with flax fibre composites.”

“Flax is a very low-density fibre, with a high specific stiffness,” she explains. “It can be used to manufacture composite laminates with mechanical properties not dissimilar to typical E-glass composites and the coefficient of thermal expansion of a flax fibre epoxy part is also quite close to that of a carbon fibre part.” This allows the materials to work well in combined assemblies with carbon fibre composites and the flax parts are also highly impact resistant.

Flax fibres also provide acoustic and vibration damping in composite applications, as well as providing a warm and aesthetically pleasing appearance below decks.

ecoRacer30
As a member of the Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp, Bcomp, headquartered in Fribourg, Switzerland, has this year been working with Northern Light Composites (nlcomp), based in Monfalcone, northern Italy, on the creation of what is billed as the first fully recyclable nine-metre-long sailing boat – the ecoRacer30.

The boat is based on nlcomp’s proprietary rComposite technology – a combination of thermoplastic resins and BComp’s ampliTex high-performance natural fibre reinforcement fabrics and patented powerRibs technology.

It was built in a collaborative effort with the help of Barcelona-based Magnani Yachts, which took care of the composite manufacturing, and Sangiorgio Marine, which provided technical assistance as the boat was being assembled at its shipyard in Genova, Italy.

Magnani Yachts has subsequently become the first shipyard to hold an rComposite license and others are now being encouraged to adopt the technology.

The second ecoracer30 is currently under construction and has already been sold and nlcomp is planning to build a fleet of eight of these boats in time to enter a series of regattas in the summer of 2025.

Flax 27 Daysailer
Greenboats, based in Bremen, Germany, is another specialist in building boats from natural fibre composites and has this year launched the Flax 27 daysailer.

The lower hull of this vessel is also made from Bcomp’s ampliTex technical fabrics in combination with a sandwich core of recycled PET bottles. Using a vacuum infusion process, the fibres were integrated with a plant-based epoxy resin in order to further reduce the CO2 footprint of the vessel.

The light structure and modern shapes of the lower hull of the boat result in very fast, sharp and agile handling on the water.

Greenboats has also recently announced significant new backing from alliance member Groupe Depestele, which manages 13,000 hectares of flax land in Normandy, France.

Blue Nomad
A project in Switzerland has meanwhile proposed the use of flax fibre composites in solar-powered habitats designed for comfortable living on the oceans – as the world grapples with the frightening implications of climate change and rising sea levels.

As envisaged by students from Institut auf dem Rosenberg in St Gallen, Switzerland working with Denmark-based SAGA Space Architects, Blue Nomad structures would form modular blocks to establish large communities and oceanic farms.
 

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Alliance for European Flax-Linen and Hemp

17.11.2023

Cinte Techtextil China 2024 taking place in September 2024

Cinte Techtextil China 2024, one of Asia’s leading technical textiles and nonwovens trade fair, will take place from 19 – 21 September 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. In its capacity as a well-established platform for the latest textiles, nonwovens, and equipment, the 18th edition of the fair will offer business opportunities across the industry supply chain. With the previous edition attracting 467 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions across 40,000 sqm, the organisers are looking to build on that success at next year’s show.

With next year’s fair expected to again see strong domestic and international participation, the previous edition featured the return of the Taiwan Pavilion, the 40-exhibitor strong European Zone, and seven Chinese regional pavilions. At every edition, multiple fringe events enhance business connections and provide insights to fairgoers. In 2023, key highlights included the 11th China International Nonwovens Conference, the Advanced Technical Textiles Industry Chain Synergistic Innovation Development Forum, various marine textile and rope netting events, and the “Kingsafe Dangs” University Students’ Showcase.

Cinte Techtextil China 2024, one of Asia’s leading technical textiles and nonwovens trade fair, will take place from 19 – 21 September 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. In its capacity as a well-established platform for the latest textiles, nonwovens, and equipment, the 18th edition of the fair will offer business opportunities across the industry supply chain. With the previous edition attracting 467 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions across 40,000 sqm, the organisers are looking to build on that success at next year’s show.

With next year’s fair expected to again see strong domestic and international participation, the previous edition featured the return of the Taiwan Pavilion, the 40-exhibitor strong European Zone, and seven Chinese regional pavilions. At every edition, multiple fringe events enhance business connections and provide insights to fairgoers. In 2023, key highlights included the 11th China International Nonwovens Conference, the Advanced Technical Textiles Industry Chain Synergistic Innovation Development Forum, various marine textile and rope netting events, and the “Kingsafe Dangs” University Students’ Showcase.

The fair’s product categories cover 12 application areas, which comprehensively span a full range of potential uses in modern technical textiles and nonwovens. These categories also cover the entire industry, from upstream technology and raw materials providers to finished fabrics, chemicals and other solutions. This scope of product groups and application areas ensures that the fair is an effective business platform for the entire industry.

The fair is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Nonwovens & Industrial Textiles Association (CNITA).

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Messe Frankfurt (HK) Limited

08.11.2023

Hexcel showcases new fiber HexPly® M79 Prepregs at METSTRADE 2023

Hexcel will continue to celebrate its 75th anniversary and highlight its latest developments for the Marine market at METSTRADE 2023 on November 15-17. Hexcel will showcase innovative advanced lightweight material technologies including new intermediate and high modulus fiber HexPly® M79 prepregs and present example high-performance superyacht and windship components developed by customers using Hexcel materials.

The new intermediate modulus prepreg combines the low temperature curing and simple processing of the DNV GL accredited HexPly M79 resin system with the market-leading stiffness of HexTow® IM2C fiber, creating a uniquely optimized composite material for highly loaded components. Originally developed to provide best-in-class performance for America’s Cup and IMOCA hull and deck structures, the new combination minimizes structural deformation under load in parts such as rigs, foils, and other appendages.

Hexcel will continue to celebrate its 75th anniversary and highlight its latest developments for the Marine market at METSTRADE 2023 on November 15-17. Hexcel will showcase innovative advanced lightweight material technologies including new intermediate and high modulus fiber HexPly® M79 prepregs and present example high-performance superyacht and windship components developed by customers using Hexcel materials.

The new intermediate modulus prepreg combines the low temperature curing and simple processing of the DNV GL accredited HexPly M79 resin system with the market-leading stiffness of HexTow® IM2C fiber, creating a uniquely optimized composite material for highly loaded components. Originally developed to provide best-in-class performance for America’s Cup and IMOCA hull and deck structures, the new combination minimizes structural deformation under load in parts such as rigs, foils, and other appendages.

For a high modulus solution, HexTow® HM54 fiber is also now available with the HexPly M79 resin system. The unique mechanical properties of HexTow HM54 fiber allow structural designers to achieve higher safety margins for both stiffness and strength critical applications. Both products can be manufactured with Hexcel G-Vent technology for out-of-autoclave processing, delivering a reduction in process time and cost without compromising mechanical performance.

Hexcel will also display customer products that have benefited from the performance and processing gains provided by HexPly materials. A section of a Solid Sail mast made using Bureau Veritas (BV)-approved HexPly® M9.6 prepregs will be exhibited at METS. Such masts are used for wind propulsion and, by harnessing the power of ocean winds, they reduce reliance on engines, reducing fuel usage and emissions.

Visitors to the Hexcel booth will also see a section of a radar arch part from luxury motor yacht builder Sunseeker made using HexPly® XF surfacing technology and HexPly® SuperFIT semi-pregs. The part is lighter in weight and stiffer than versions made using resin-infusion processes and de-molds with a pinhole-free surface that needs minimal preparation to be ready for painting. Sunseeker has recorded an overall reduction in process time and material costs of around 30% against traditional prepreg parts, using Hexcel composite materials.

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Hexcel

Foto: Globetrotter/Nadine Albrecht
06.11.2023

Globetrotter Re:Think Store mit Red Dot Design Award ausgezeichnet

Erneute Auszeichnung für den Globetrotter Re:Think-Store: Das Design-Konzept des innovativen Stores wurde mit dem Red Dot Design Award in der Kategorie „Brands & Communication Design“ ausgezeichnet. Die Verleihung des Designpreises fand am 3. November im Rahmen einer feierlichen Gala im Konzerthaus Berlin statt.

Erst vor wenigen Wochen war das Pionierprojekt mit dem 1. Platz beim Best Retail Cases Award in der Kategorie "Retail Store Design & Concept" ausgezeichnet worden. Nun folgt mit dem Red Dot Award eine weitere Auszeichnung des innovativen Konzepts. Red Dot zählt zu den renommiertesten Auszeichnungen für gutes Design und wird jährlich durch eine internationale Expertenjury in den Kategorien Product Design, Brands & Communication Design und Design Concept vergeben.

Erneute Auszeichnung für den Globetrotter Re:Think-Store: Das Design-Konzept des innovativen Stores wurde mit dem Red Dot Design Award in der Kategorie „Brands & Communication Design“ ausgezeichnet. Die Verleihung des Designpreises fand am 3. November im Rahmen einer feierlichen Gala im Konzerthaus Berlin statt.

Erst vor wenigen Wochen war das Pionierprojekt mit dem 1. Platz beim Best Retail Cases Award in der Kategorie "Retail Store Design & Concept" ausgezeichnet worden. Nun folgt mit dem Red Dot Award eine weitere Auszeichnung des innovativen Konzepts. Red Dot zählt zu den renommiertesten Auszeichnungen für gutes Design und wird jährlich durch eine internationale Expertenjury in den Kategorien Product Design, Brands & Communication Design und Design Concept vergeben.

Mit dem Re:Think Store hat Globetrotter im Mai einen in Deutschland einmaligen Store eröffnet. Das Konzept: Die konsequente Weiternutzung bereits vorhandener und gebrauchter Materialien. Globetrotter hat bei diesem Projekt das Inventar des Vormieters Conrad Elektronik übernommen und auf kreative Art und Weise in den Ladenbau des neuen Stores integriert. Ergänzt wurde die Shop-Einrichtung durch Möbel aus dem eigenen Lagerbestand sowie durch weiteres gebrauchtes Material.

Mit der wissenschaftlichen Begleitung des Projektes durch EPEA sorgte Globetrotter darüber hinaus für maximale Transparenz: Erfasst wurden unter anderem die entstandenen und die vermiedenen CO2-Emissionen sowie die Re-use Quote im Ladenbau. Außerdem diente das Projekt als Inspiration für den neuen Circularity Passport Interior, der im September vorgestellt und erstmalig an den Bonner Re:Think Store vergeben wurde.

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Globetrotter

CHT USA celebrates expansion of its headquarters in Michigan (c) CHT Group
03.11.2023

CHT USA celebrates expansion of its headquarters in Michigan

With a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 24, 2023 CHT USA celebrated the $ 25 million expansion at its US headquarters in Cassopolis, Michigan. More than 100 attendees came to the celebrations, among others officials from local, county and state governments, neighbors, and area business leaders, CHT employees, CTO Dr. Bernhard Hettich as representative of CHT’s Global management team, and members of the press.

In his speech, Dr. Bernhard Hettich, CTO of CHT Group, thanked the local authorities for their business-friendly policies and stated that a development towards sustainability in many areas would not be possible without CHT's silicone products: "With CHT's largest single investment outside Europe, CHT is taking a big step and doubling its silicone production capacity. We intend to use this expansion not only to support our customers in the Americas, but also to leverage the capacity for our global growth. In line with the motto "CHT first", further steps in this direction will follow."

With a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 24, 2023 CHT USA celebrated the $ 25 million expansion at its US headquarters in Cassopolis, Michigan. More than 100 attendees came to the celebrations, among others officials from local, county and state governments, neighbors, and area business leaders, CHT employees, CTO Dr. Bernhard Hettich as representative of CHT’s Global management team, and members of the press.

In his speech, Dr. Bernhard Hettich, CTO of CHT Group, thanked the local authorities for their business-friendly policies and stated that a development towards sustainability in many areas would not be possible without CHT's silicone products: "With CHT's largest single investment outside Europe, CHT is taking a big step and doubling its silicone production capacity. We intend to use this expansion not only to support our customers in the Americas, but also to leverage the capacity for our global growth. In line with the motto "CHT first", further steps in this direction will follow."

For the Cass County site, the approximately 45,000 square feet new facility with 5 reactors and distillation units resulted in an increase in the total area of the company's site to 120,000 square feet. This will then allow sufficient space for additional reactors and downstream processes. The CHT USA site expansion has created approximately 30 highly skilled jobs in the community.

CHT USA’s Regional Sales and Marketing Director NORAM, Matthew Loman hosted the Ribbon Cutting ceremony.

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CHT Group USA silicone
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CHT Group