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16.08.2022

SHIMA SEIKI exhibiting at FEBRATEX 2022

Japanese flat knitting machine manufacturer SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. will exhibit at the Brazilian Textile Industry Fair (FEBRATEX 2022) this month. On display will be the cutting edge in computerized flat knitting technology, represented by the latest WHOLEGARMENT® machines and design system.

The flagship MACH2XS series features the company’s original SlideNeedle™ on four needle beds and spring-type sinker system supporting a wide range of high-quality WHOLEGARMENT® knitting in all needles. The versatile MACH2S is capable of both WHOLEGARMENT® knitting and shaping on a conventional V-bed. SVR123SP features a special loop presser bed and is capable of producing unique woven-like hybrid fabrics as well as technical textiles. At FEBRATEX it will demonstrate its capability by knitting shoe uppers. The SVR and N.SSR workhorse machines set the industry benchmark for shaping machines, with SVR202 featuring tandem knitting capability for flexible operation. The SFG and SFG-I glove knitting machines rounds out the comprehensive lineup.

Japanese flat knitting machine manufacturer SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. will exhibit at the Brazilian Textile Industry Fair (FEBRATEX 2022) this month. On display will be the cutting edge in computerized flat knitting technology, represented by the latest WHOLEGARMENT® machines and design system.

The flagship MACH2XS series features the company’s original SlideNeedle™ on four needle beds and spring-type sinker system supporting a wide range of high-quality WHOLEGARMENT® knitting in all needles. The versatile MACH2S is capable of both WHOLEGARMENT® knitting and shaping on a conventional V-bed. SVR123SP features a special loop presser bed and is capable of producing unique woven-like hybrid fabrics as well as technical textiles. At FEBRATEX it will demonstrate its capability by knitting shoe uppers. The SVR and N.SSR workhorse machines set the industry benchmark for shaping machines, with SVR202 featuring tandem knitting capability for flexible operation. The SFG and SFG-I glove knitting machines rounds out the comprehensive lineup.

Demonstrations will also be performed on SHIMA SEIKI’s SDS-ONE APEX4 3D design system that is at the core of the company’s “Total Knitting System” concept. With comprehensive support of all aspects throughout the knit supply chain, SDS-ONE APEX4 integrates knit production into one efficient workflow from yarn development, product planning and design to machine programming, production and even sales promotion. Especially effective is SDS-ONE APEX4’s capability to improve on the planning process with virtual sampling. Photo-realistic simulation capability minimizes the need for sample-making, effectively reducing time, material and cost from the prototyping process.

15.08.2022

THE ITALIAN LUSTER at Munich Fabric Start

Munich Fabric Start presents a new project-area that will take place during the next edition.
BLUEZONE with CATALYZER and KEYHOUSE will be the place to be for the blue community on 30 and 31 August. As a global key event for the denim industry, 90 international denim mills, weavers, manufacturers and suppliers will show their latest innovations and trends in the Zenithhalle, the Kohlebunker and the Kesselhaus.

"THE ITALIAN LUSTER" will offer all visitors a deep dive into the Made in Italy supply chain with companies that have turbocharged growth by focusing on quality, innovation and research. Well-known and international companies that can make an important contribution to European and global brands.

From the production of trimmings and accessories, to the creation of unique fabrics, to the inspiration of new collections and their realization to the finishing of the garments, Made in Italy still represents the reality par excellence focused on ethical and sustainable production.

Munich Fabric Start presents a new project-area that will take place during the next edition.
BLUEZONE with CATALYZER and KEYHOUSE will be the place to be for the blue community on 30 and 31 August. As a global key event for the denim industry, 90 international denim mills, weavers, manufacturers and suppliers will show their latest innovations and trends in the Zenithhalle, the Kohlebunker and the Kesselhaus.

"THE ITALIAN LUSTER" will offer all visitors a deep dive into the Made in Italy supply chain with companies that have turbocharged growth by focusing on quality, innovation and research. Well-known and international companies that can make an important contribution to European and global brands.

From the production of trimmings and accessories, to the creation of unique fabrics, to the inspiration of new collections and their realization to the finishing of the garments, Made in Italy still represents the reality par excellence focused on ethical and sustainable production.

"THE ITALIAN LUSTER" will allow all visitors an incredible journey into the Italian supply chain that has the ability to meet any demand of brands, from small to large production needs.

On the top floor of the Catalyzer Hall, it will be possible to view the individual collections of the companies in attendance and receive a beautiful gift specially created by the CADICA GROUP company from Carpi.

 
Participants
ACM - TRIMS AND ACCESSORIES PRODUCER
ACM was founded in 1982.
Since 1982, ACM has been providing the fashion world with unique, sought-after and customized details, guaranteeing prestigious and innovative workmanship. Each and every product is the result of the care we take at every stage of our production process: from the prototype, designed by putting the consumer's health first, to production with state-of-the-art machinery, which allows for fine workmanship and cutting-edge customization, while minimizing the impact on the environment (we are GRS certified) and complying with the strictest eco-toxicological regulations.

FASHION ART - LUXURY FASHION DESIGN
Fashionart is the brainchild of Andrea Rambaldi, who, after learning his trade from his parents, his mother a seamstress and his father the owner of a dye shop, decided to pursue a freelance career.
He began by collaborating with companies in the textile sector, where he deepened his knowledge in the field of chemistry and industrial processes, touching on the problems of processing cycles.
The real turning point came as a result of an important job for the Maison Chanel, which recognized the originality and effectiveness of his technical proposals. From that moment, this is 2008, FashionArt was born, a company focused on luxury fashion and design, expert in the design and production of garments.
From the idea to the final product, the company is able to support the client throughout the entire production process.
Since then, the company has grown and developed exponentially thanks to a team of managers, artists and experts whose experience makes them a benchmark in the high fashion industry. Fashionart operates exclusively in high fashion, a very difficult field in which to combine experience and technique with art and creativity, where our potential can be expressed to the fullest.

ELLETI - GARMENTS AND WASHING MAKER
Advocate of an approach that combines tradition, creativity, and innovation, for over 30 years Elleti Group has defined standards of absolute excellence for the denim industry. Born in the 80s in San Bonifacio, near Verona, the company developed in a one-of-a-kind context, a hotbed of ideas that led to the defining and establishing of new professions and skills in the field of denim treatment and garment personalization. Led by Luigi Lovato, right from the start the company established itself on the denim scene thanks to an ambitious and pioneering investment in new solutions. The following ten years mark an important growth which leads to the internationalization both of brand and production. After the implementing of a new department for garment dyeing, Elleti Group was ready to welcome the ever-increasing international demand, equipping itself with the first laundry in Tunisia, a country logistically central in the Mediterranean area, and as a result, ideal for the development of a complete textile supply chain. This successful story continues to unfold in the 2000s, a decade that marks the opening to the market of garment making thanks to two new structures in Romania, and peaks with the acquisition of Martelli Lavorazioni Tessili. Today Elleti Group stands firm in the market as a result of a complete offer that preserves the company’s artisanal vocation enriched through a constant process of responsible innovation.

In addition, companies BERTO INDUSTRIA TESSILE and OLIMPIAS GROUP will participate in the project by presenting their collections within their booths in the Catalyzer hall.

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EFFE-BI SRL PR & COMMUNICATION

Foto: Freudenberg Performance Materials
11.08.2022

Freudenberg Friction Inserts at WindEnergy Hamburg 2022

Freudenberg Performance Materials is introducing Freudenberg Friction Inserts to trade visitors at WindEnergy, the leading trade fair for the international wind energy industry. Freudenberg Friction Inserts is a unique technology aimed at increasing the power density of wind turbines.

The Freudenberg Friction Inserts (FFI) technology is based on a special very thin nonwoven carrier material coated on one side with hard particles. The FFI are customized to fit each application, in terms of both the geometry and the construction parameters of the connection. As they do not create a gap they can be applied exactly where they are needed.

When placed in the joint, these hard particles penetrate into the surfaces of the two joining parts creating a micro interlock, thus reliably increasing the friction coefficient and achieving higher torque transmission in connections. This results in higher performance and a significant improvement in the efficiency of wind turbines. In addition, it enables the downsizing of components without compromising performance, reducing weight and material.

Freudenberg Performance Materials is introducing Freudenberg Friction Inserts to trade visitors at WindEnergy, the leading trade fair for the international wind energy industry. Freudenberg Friction Inserts is a unique technology aimed at increasing the power density of wind turbines.

The Freudenberg Friction Inserts (FFI) technology is based on a special very thin nonwoven carrier material coated on one side with hard particles. The FFI are customized to fit each application, in terms of both the geometry and the construction parameters of the connection. As they do not create a gap they can be applied exactly where they are needed.

When placed in the joint, these hard particles penetrate into the surfaces of the two joining parts creating a micro interlock, thus reliably increasing the friction coefficient and achieving higher torque transmission in connections. This results in higher performance and a significant improvement in the efficiency of wind turbines. In addition, it enables the downsizing of components without compromising performance, reducing weight and material.

FFI help to improve the reliability of connections and thus of the entire wind turbine. Furthermore, they eliminate slipping and prevent fretting of connections.

Other examples of applications for FFI are highly loaded flange connections between the rotor shaft and gearbox, connections between the main bearing and the machine carrier housing, the gearbox to generator, or at the pitch gear or ring gear. They increase the friction co-efficient between two components.

Source:

Freudenberg Performance Materials

11.08.2022

BB Engineering at the K Show 2022

As a sub-exhibitor of Oerlikon, BB Engineering will present its product range in the fields of extrusion, mixing and filtration as well as PET recycling with the VacuFil and VarioFil R+ systems at the K show 2022.

BB Engineering has been focusing its development work increasingly on recycling technologies for several years. In addition to extruders, filters and mixers that are suitable for both recycling processes and the processing of recyclate, BB Engineering offers a complete PET recycling plant called VacuFil.

As a sub-exhibitor of Oerlikon, BB Engineering will present its product range in the fields of extrusion, mixing and filtration as well as PET recycling with the VacuFil and VarioFil R+ systems at the K show 2022.

BB Engineering has been focusing its development work increasingly on recycling technologies for several years. In addition to extruders, filters and mixers that are suitable for both recycling processes and the processing of recyclate, BB Engineering offers a complete PET recycling plant called VacuFil.

With VacuFil, BB Engineering has developed an innovative PET LSP recycling process. The process combines gentle large-scale filtration and targeted IV regulation for consistently outstanding rPET melt quality. Thus, much more than simple "downcycling" is possible with VacuFil. VacuFil processes a wide range of input materials - post-production and post-consumer. The patented key component Visco+ vacuum filter removes volatile impurities quickly and reliably. VacuFil is a modular system that can be designed for different recycling applications. Simple granulation is possible, but also direct feeding into further processing, e.g. in the synthetic fiber spinning mill. BBE offers VacuFil in combination with its own VarioFil compact spinning plant to produce polyester yarn.

At the K show 2022, visitors can experience the VacuFil Visco+ recycling technology in operation with a connected VarioFil spinning plant and see live how recycling yarn is produced from PET waste.

Source:

BB Engineering GmbH

10.08.2022

‘MADE IN BANGLADESH WEEK’: 12th -18th November 2022, Dhaka

  • Made in Bangladesh Week is organized by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in partnership with Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE)
  • A week-long event in November will showcase sustainability strides being made by Bangladesh garment makers
  • The event will host 17 physical events like - conferences, expositions, photo exhibitions, fashion runway shows, sustainable design and innovation awards, factory tours –and many more.

The Honourable Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, will inaugurate the first ever Made in Bangladesh Week in November. The event represents a major branding exercise for Bangladesh’s burgeoning garment manufacturing industry as it looks to position itself as the first-choice apparel sourcing hub for global fashion retailers.

It is the first branding event of the Bangladesh Apparel Industry dedicated solely to celebrating and showcasing the newest innovations, compliance, and sustainable developments of the RMG sector in the global market.

  • Made in Bangladesh Week is organized by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in partnership with Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE)
  • A week-long event in November will showcase sustainability strides being made by Bangladesh garment makers
  • The event will host 17 physical events like - conferences, expositions, photo exhibitions, fashion runway shows, sustainable design and innovation awards, factory tours –and many more.

The Honourable Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, will inaugurate the first ever Made in Bangladesh Week in November. The event represents a major branding exercise for Bangladesh’s burgeoning garment manufacturing industry as it looks to position itself as the first-choice apparel sourcing hub for global fashion retailers.

It is the first branding event of the Bangladesh Apparel Industry dedicated solely to celebrating and showcasing the newest innovations, compliance, and sustainable developments of the RMG sector in the global market.

The event aims to promote the apparel industry of Bangladesh locally and globally by showcasing the compelling stories of the ready-made garments sector, especially its impressive strides in the areas of workplace safety, environmental sustainability and workers’ wellbeing.

The event is expected to draw a gathering of more than a thousand people from home and abroad, including key stakeholders in the local and global fashion industry.

Bangladesh’s garment manufacturing industry has undergone a renaissance in recent times. Significant strides have been made in technological innovation, eco-friendly production, worker welfare and factory safety.

In addition to panels, seminars, awards, fashion shows and exhibitions, the week will also provide an opportunity for factory tours to give journalists and other stakeholders a chance to see for themselves innovative garment production in Bangladesh.

Made in Bangladesh Week will be organised by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) in partnership with Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE).

More information:
Bangladesh
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Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE)

(c) Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd.
08.08.2022

Deferral of Cinte Techtextil China 2022

In light of the evolving pandemic circumstances in Shanghai, Cinte Techtextil China will no longer be taking place from 6 – 8 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. A new date for the technical textile fair will be announced in due course.
 
Ms Wendy Wen, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, explained: “After discussions with stakeholders, and in support of the government’s pandemic control measures, we have decided to postpone Cinte Techtextil China 2022 to a later date. The safety of fairgoers is of paramount importance to the fair’s ongoing success, and we are working tirelessly to provide an efficient sourcing platform for the technical textile industry. I would like to thank all participants for their sustained support and understanding.”

In light of the evolving pandemic circumstances in Shanghai, Cinte Techtextil China will no longer be taking place from 6 – 8 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. A new date for the technical textile fair will be announced in due course.
 
Ms Wendy Wen, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, explained: “After discussions with stakeholders, and in support of the government’s pandemic control measures, we have decided to postpone Cinte Techtextil China 2022 to a later date. The safety of fairgoers is of paramount importance to the fair’s ongoing success, and we are working tirelessly to provide an efficient sourcing platform for the technical textile industry. I would like to thank all participants for their sustained support and understanding.”

Cinte Techtextil China’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 2021 edition attracted 366 exhibitors and recorded 14,868 visits. The fair is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Nonwovens & Industrial Textiles Association (CNITA).

Source:

Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

08.08.2022

Mahlo at Febratex

Brazil hosts all industries needed for textile and garment production - from fiber to final production. This is why Mahlo, with its diverse solutions on straightening technology and process control, will exhibit at Febratex, held on August 23-26 in Blumenau.

"No matter what products they make, all producers have the same goals at the end of the day," says Area Sales Manager Miguel Lessel. "High-quality goods without distortion and optimized processes that combine quality and economy.

The automatic straightening system of the world market leader ensures thread-straight fabric in almost all applications. The modular system can be adapted to individual production conditions. To optimize the processes around the stenter frame, Mahlo offers various process control systems. These can be used, for example, to measure and control critical parameters such as dwell time, thread density or residual moisture. These systems not only help to improve the quality of the textiles, but also to save raw materials and reduce energy costs.

Brazil hosts all industries needed for textile and garment production - from fiber to final production. This is why Mahlo, with its diverse solutions on straightening technology and process control, will exhibit at Febratex, held on August 23-26 in Blumenau.

"No matter what products they make, all producers have the same goals at the end of the day," says Area Sales Manager Miguel Lessel. "High-quality goods without distortion and optimized processes that combine quality and economy.

The automatic straightening system of the world market leader ensures thread-straight fabric in almost all applications. The modular system can be adapted to individual production conditions. To optimize the processes around the stenter frame, Mahlo offers various process control systems. These can be used, for example, to measure and control critical parameters such as dwell time, thread density or residual moisture. These systems not only help to improve the quality of the textiles, but also to save raw materials and reduce energy costs.

Source:

Mahlo GmbH + Co. KG

Die Kollektion „SINFUL“ wurde von Nicole Juhlke entworfen. Foto Hochschule Niederrhein: Die Kollektion „SINFUL“ wurde von Nicole Juhlke entworfen.
Die Kollektion „SINFUL“ wurde von Nicole Juhlke entworfen.
08.08.2022

Graduierte der Hochschule Niederrhein auf der Neo.Fashion in Berlin

Der Fachbereich Textil- und Bekleidungstechnik der Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) ist mit zehn Graduierten auf der Neo.Fashion (6. bis 8. September) im Rahmen der Berlin Fashion Week vertreten. Bei der Neo.Fashion stehen Nachwuchskräfte aus den Bereichen Mode- und Textildesign im Mittelpunkt.

Der Fachbereich Textil- und Bekleidungstechnik der Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) ist mit zehn Graduierten auf der Neo.Fashion (6. bis 8. September) im Rahmen der Berlin Fashion Week vertreten. Bei der Neo.Fashion stehen Nachwuchskräfte aus den Bereichen Mode- und Textildesign im Mittelpunkt.

Die HSNR-Absolventinnen und Absolventen zeigen innovative, diverse und nachhaltige Kollektionen. Als Design-Ingenieure und Masterstudierende sind sie nicht nur in der Lage ästhetisch schöne Bekleidung und Textilien zu entwickeln; die Ausbildung in den Ingenieursfächern und die Nutzungsmöglichkeit der 32 Labore an der Hochschule versetzen sie vielmehr in die Lage, von der Faser bis zum fertigen Produkt ihre Kollektionen entlang der gesamten textilen Kette zu gestalten. Das beinhaltet die Flächen- und Formgestaltung an hochmodernen Strickmaschinen genauso wie das Erarbeiten von gedruckten und gelaserten Flächen und die Fertigung mit moderner Ultraschalltechnologie.  

Ihre Themenstellung und Inspiration für die Kollektion „Melt Down“ findet Antonia Dannenberg im Klimawandel. Übertragen auf sechs Outfits wird die desaströse Entwicklung des weltweiten Gletscherschmelzens in Folge der Erderwärmung visualisiert.

Anne-Sophie Haupt hat sich von dem portugiesischen Eco Street Artist Vhils inspirieren lassen, der ausschließlich mit bereits existierendem Material arbeitet und durch die Technik des Abtragens neue Motive erzeugt. Die Design-Ingenieurin übersetzt diese Arbeitsweisen textil, in ihrer Bachelorarbeit „Subversive“, mit der Umgestaltung von Brautmode zu Streetwear.

Die Abschlussarbeit von Lion Busch „Constricted“ befasst sich mit der japanischen Färbetechnik Shibori. Im Fokus steht die Re-Interpretation des traditionellen Handwerks und die Frage, wie sich Färbeprozesse nachhaltig und innovativ gestalten lassen.

„SINFUL“ ist der englische Begriff für sündig und der gleichnamige Titel der Bachelorarbeit von Nicole Juhlke. Mittels Gestaltungselementen wie Formen, Farben und Strukturen wird versucht Emotionen darzustellen und zum Nachdenken anzuregen.

Das Designer-Duo Anna-Lena Sander und Laura Cholewa stellte sich die Frage: Gefühle und Emotionen unterdrücken? Wieso nicht einfach mit dem täglichen Outfit zeigen, was in einem vorgeht. Seine eigene Welt erschaffen und Gefühlszustände nach außen offenbaren. Ihr Konzept besteht aus der Tag-Kollektion „LucidDreams“ und der Nacht-Kollektion „NightVision“.

Burak Germiyanoglu möchte mit seiner Kollektion „Heritage“ die in Vergessenheit geratene Tradition der türkischen Heimat seiner Eltern wiederaufleben lassen. Er hat dabei nicht die traditionellen Trachten reproduziert, sondern Elemente dieser mit westlichen Bekleidungsformen fusioniert, so dass neue innovative Entwürfe, mit der Essenz der traditionell türkischen Bekleidung entstanden.

Nadine Gottwald möchte mit ihrer Arbeit der Vielfalt einer offen gelebten Geschlechterzugehörigkeit etwas Verbindendes geben. Sie schaffte mit „To appear as we please“ eine Modekollektion fernab stereotypischer Farb- und Formgebung. Eine Mode, die das Augenmerk nicht gleich auf die geschlechtliche Zugehörigkeit richtet, sondern frei macht von tradierten Vorstellungen und Diversität verkörpert.

Die Kollektion „un//used“ von Franziska Jauch ist das Ergebnis eines Alternativ-Konzeptes zur herkömmlichen Jeans-Herstellung. Der nachhaltige Kern der Idee: Den Used Look durch Digitaldruck anstatt durch chemische oder mechanische Behandlung zu realisieren.

Gabriela Lopes transferiert in ihrer Kollektion „MOTIRÕ“ die grafische Kunst der Urbevölkerung ihrer brasilianischen Heimat in moderne Strickoutfits. Die in Zusammenarbeit mit der indigenen Bevölkerung ausgewählten Formen und Farben sollen als Statement die Forderungen der Urbewohner unterstützen, ein politisches Zeichen setzen und die internationale Sichtbarkeit ihres Anliegens ermöglichen.

 

Source:

Hochschule Niederrhein

03.08.2022

Sustainable Developments in Absorbent Hygiene & Personal Care at Hygienix™

  • INDA Announces Full Program and Opens Registration for Premier Event in New Orleans

With reusable and recyclable products and new inputs offering growth opportunities in absorbent hygiene and personal care products, Hygienix™ will provide an insightful view into the market’s future this November in New Orleans.

Industry participants from around the world and throughout the supply chain will convene and connect for the eighth edition of the premier event for the fast-growing segment on November 14-17, at The Roosevelt New Orleans Hotel.

The in-person conference will highlight the segment’s continued growth and new opportunities with presentations by more than 20 industry experts on sustainable inputs, natural fibers, product transparency, reusable menstrual products, recyclable diapers and more as well as the latest market forecasts and insights into consumer buying trends.

  • INDA Announces Full Program and Opens Registration for Premier Event in New Orleans

With reusable and recyclable products and new inputs offering growth opportunities in absorbent hygiene and personal care products, Hygienix™ will provide an insightful view into the market’s future this November in New Orleans.

Industry participants from around the world and throughout the supply chain will convene and connect for the eighth edition of the premier event for the fast-growing segment on November 14-17, at The Roosevelt New Orleans Hotel.

The in-person conference will highlight the segment’s continued growth and new opportunities with presentations by more than 20 industry experts on sustainable inputs, natural fibers, product transparency, reusable menstrual products, recyclable diapers and more as well as the latest market forecasts and insights into consumer buying trends.

Hygienix also will offer two specialized workshops, and a myriad of business connection opportunities including a welcome reception on Nov. 14 and a first-time attendee mentorship program.
Participants will discover innovative products in absorbent hygiene and personal care at tabletop exhibits with evening receptions on Nov. 15-16, providing opportunities for 60 companies to showcase their unique offerings.

Three finalists will each present their innovative and technically sophisticated disposable absorbent hygiene products as they vie for the prestigious Hygienix Innovation Award™. Nominations are open until August 29. Demonstrating the interest in sustainability, last year’s award recipient was Kudos Diaper Subscription featuring its 100% cotton disposable diaper.

Hygienix Highlights
Absorbent hygiene – the single largest nonwoven end‐use category (by square meters) – is expected to continue its strong growth over the next four years, creating market opportunities in this thriving area driven by growing consumer interest for environmentally-friendly options in material inputs and end-of-life options.

Participants will hear the latest data and forecasts from analysts during presentations by Robert Fry, Jr., Ph.D., Principal of Robert Fry Economics LLC on the Global Economy – What we Can Expect in 2023; Pricie Hanna, Managing Partner, and Colin Hanna, Director of Market Research, Price Hanna Consultants on Disposables versus Reusables; and Simon Preisler, Vice President of Logistics, Central National Gottesman delivering a Logistic Market Update.

A panel of entrepreneurs will discuss the challenges, biases and taboos to bringing innovations into the marketplace. Experts sharing their insights will be Mia Abbruzzese and Alexandra Fennell, co-founders of Grace; Amrita Saigal, founder and CEO, Kudos; and Cindy Santa Cruz, President of ParaPatch.

A session on Next-Generation Menstrual Products and their Users will feature Liying Qian, Research Analyst, Euromonitor International providing market data on disposable and reusable period products; Frantisek Riha-Scott, Founder, Confitex discussing reusable products; and Greta Meyer, Co-Founder and CEO, Sequel on Reengineering the Tampon.
Also focusing on period products will be a presentation by Danielle Keiser, Managing Director, Impact, Madami on Changing the Conversation with Consumersmoderated by Heidi Beatty, Chief Executive Officer, Crown Abbey, LLC.

Other intriguing not-to-be-missed presentations centered on sustainability trends include:

  • Assessing Sustainable Fiber Options in the Context of Disposable Hygienic Products – Richard Knowlson, Principal, RPK Consulting LLC
  • Five Generations of Hygiene + Sustainability – Matt Schiering, Professor of Marketing, Dominican University
  • Recycling Approaches for Disposable Diaper Waste – Jeannine Cardin, Quality and R&D, RecycPHP Inc.

Hygienix will provide additional focused learning opportunities with two essential short courses (with separation registration fees) on Nov. 14 focused on Absorption Systems for Absorbent Hygiene Products, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and Global Diaper Trends from 3:45 to 6 p.m.

More information:
Hygienix INDA
Source:

INDA

Foto: INNATEX – Internationale Fachmesse für nachhaltige Textilien
02.08.2022

50. INNATEX: Internationale Fachmesse für Green Fashion sieht erste Erholungszeichen

Die 50. INNATEX schloss am 31. Juli mit einem besseren Ergebnis, als viele Beteiligte erwartet hatten. Die Order und Publikumszahlen lagen zwar noch unter den Werten, die vor Corona als Standard galten, aber die Kurven steigen wieder und die Atmosphäre war so ausgelassen, wie man es bis 2019 von der internationalen Fachmesse für Naturtextilien kannte. Ein großer Teil der Labels und Institutionen berichtet von steigenden Reichweiten. All das unterstreicht die steigende Relevanz von Nachhaltigkeit in der Mode.

Rückkehr zur Naturfaser – am besten biozertifiziert
Zu den Trendthemen der Green-Fashion-Branche auf der INNATEX zählten Kreislaufwirtschaft, Naturfasern wie Leinen und Hanf, Pastellfarben und Transparenz entlang der Lieferketten. Die vom Deutschen Nachhaltigkeitspreis ausgezeichnete Online-Plattform Retraced bietet blockchain-basierte Lösungen für die Nachvollziehung bis zur Ressource. Axel Kolonko repräsentierte das Startup als einer von sieben Expert:innen in der erstmaligen Community Area und berichtete von hohem Interesse.

Die 50. INNATEX schloss am 31. Juli mit einem besseren Ergebnis, als viele Beteiligte erwartet hatten. Die Order und Publikumszahlen lagen zwar noch unter den Werten, die vor Corona als Standard galten, aber die Kurven steigen wieder und die Atmosphäre war so ausgelassen, wie man es bis 2019 von der internationalen Fachmesse für Naturtextilien kannte. Ein großer Teil der Labels und Institutionen berichtet von steigenden Reichweiten. All das unterstreicht die steigende Relevanz von Nachhaltigkeit in der Mode.

Rückkehr zur Naturfaser – am besten biozertifiziert
Zu den Trendthemen der Green-Fashion-Branche auf der INNATEX zählten Kreislaufwirtschaft, Naturfasern wie Leinen und Hanf, Pastellfarben und Transparenz entlang der Lieferketten. Die vom Deutschen Nachhaltigkeitspreis ausgezeichnete Online-Plattform Retraced bietet blockchain-basierte Lösungen für die Nachvollziehung bis zur Ressource. Axel Kolonko repräsentierte das Startup als einer von sieben Expert:innen in der erstmaligen Community Area und berichtete von hohem Interesse.

Die Pandemie und andere Problematiken sorgen für Planungsunsicherheiten
Aktuelle Themen und Herausforderungen, die bei den Lounge Talks in der Community Area und in der Messehalle besprochen wurden, gab es viele. Dazu zählen bevorstehende EU-Maßnahmen wie der Product Environmental Footprint, so Heike Hess vom Internationalen Verband der Naturtextilwirtschaft (IVN) und Schirmherr der INNATEX.

„Ein weiterer Aspekt ist die Engpass-Situation bei der Beschaffung,“ sagt Hess. „Das liegt an gestörten Lieferketten unter anderem durch Corona, Klimawandel und der internationalen politischen Krise, die der Krieg hervorruft. Die Knappheit für kleinere, konsequente Naturtextiler verschärft sich noch, weil große Konzerne auf den Nachhaltigkeitszug aufspringen und mit ihren Bestellmengen Vorrang haben. Für die daraus resultierende Planungsunsicherheit diskutieren wir derzeit Lösungen, darunter die strategische Netzwerkbildung, die Sicherung von Biofasern und Erschließung neuer Märkte durch globale Anbauprojekte.“

Alexander Hitzel, Projektleiter der INNATEX, resümiert: „Pandemie, Beschaffung, Inflation, steigende Energiepreise – es lässt sich einfach nicht voraussagen, was die nachhaltige Modeindustrie und andere Branchen in den nächsten Monaten erwartet, da muss man ehrlich sein. Aber diese 50. INNATEX gibt uns Zuversicht, dass Green Fashion wieder auf der Erfolgskurve ist.“

Die nächste INNATEX findet vom 21. bis 23. Januar 2023 statt.

Photo: FET
02.08.2022

FET at Techtextil 2022: Principle theme was Sustainability

The company’s principle theme at Techtextil was Sustainability, since FET extrusion systems are ideally suited for both process and end-product development of sustainable materials. These systems are designed to be material efficient, can be bespoke designed and offer both flexibility and a high level of processing capability. They are supplied as self-contained units for ease of installation in a laboratory or small scale process evaluation environment.

FET’s enhanced Fibre Development Centre enables clients to develop and trial their own sustainable fibres and FET has now successfully processed almost 30 different polymer types in multifilament, monofilament and nonwoven formats

The innovative stand at Techtextil was specifically designed to highlight FET’s total commitment to all aspects of sustainability. It utilised as many sustainable components as possible and met with much comment and approval from visitors.

The company’s principle theme at Techtextil was Sustainability, since FET extrusion systems are ideally suited for both process and end-product development of sustainable materials. These systems are designed to be material efficient, can be bespoke designed and offer both flexibility and a high level of processing capability. They are supplied as self-contained units for ease of installation in a laboratory or small scale process evaluation environment.

FET’s enhanced Fibre Development Centre enables clients to develop and trial their own sustainable fibres and FET has now successfully processed almost 30 different polymer types in multifilament, monofilament and nonwoven formats

The innovative stand at Techtextil was specifically designed to highlight FET’s total commitment to all aspects of sustainability. It utilised as many sustainable components as possible and met with much comment and approval from visitors.

Fibre Extrusion Technology Limited (FET) of Leeds, England enjoyed another successful Techtextil in Frankfurt, with high quality enquiries from technical companies and organisations worldwide, but in particular from customers based in Europe.

Source:

DAVID STEAD PROJECT MARKETING LTD for FET

Photo: munich fabric start
02.08.2022

New Format oF MUNICH FABRIC START fully booked

THE SOURCE, the new one-stop solution for integrated fashion sourcing by Munich Fabric Start Exhibitions GmbH, is fully booked. In the Lokhalle, one of the largest cantilevered historic steel halls in Europe, THE SOURCE offers flexible sourcing services and solutions for newly conceived value chains on around 2,500 m2 in direct connection to MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE.
 
65 selected international manufacturing companies will present their offerings from cut-make-trim (CMT) to high-end production at the new fair from 30 August to 1 September 2022. A cluster of key sourcing countries such as Portugal, Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, Bosnia and Vietnam will create a business-relevant mix for risk diversification, the right product mix and for every genre.
 
THE SOURCE will take place parallel to the MUNICH FABRIC START (30/08 – 01/09/2022) and BLUEZONE (30/08 – 31/08/2022) fairs, with a total of almost 900 exhibitors.

THE SOURCE, the new one-stop solution for integrated fashion sourcing by Munich Fabric Start Exhibitions GmbH, is fully booked. In the Lokhalle, one of the largest cantilevered historic steel halls in Europe, THE SOURCE offers flexible sourcing services and solutions for newly conceived value chains on around 2,500 m2 in direct connection to MUNICH FABRIC START and BLUEZONE.
 
65 selected international manufacturing companies will present their offerings from cut-make-trim (CMT) to high-end production at the new fair from 30 August to 1 September 2022. A cluster of key sourcing countries such as Portugal, Turkey, Morocco, Tunisia, Bosnia and Vietnam will create a business-relevant mix for risk diversification, the right product mix and for every genre.
 
THE SOURCE will take place parallel to the MUNICH FABRIC START (30/08 – 01/09/2022) and BLUEZONE (30/08 – 31/08/2022) fairs, with a total of almost 900 exhibitors.

Source:

KERN. Consulting for munich fabric start

(c) Fraunhofer IAP
Faserverstärktes Monomaterialkomposit aus PLA
28.07.2022

Fraunhofer CCPE: Technische Produktinnovationen für eine zirkuläre Kunststoffwirtschaft

Ziel des Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Circular Plastics Economy CCPE ist es, die Wertschöpfungskette Kunststoff zirkulär zu gestalten. Sechs Fraunhofer-Institute erforschen am Beispiel Kunststoff, wie der Wandel von einer linearen zur einer zirkulären Kunststoffwirtschaft gelingen kann. Auf der ACHEMA in Frankfurt, der internationalen Messe für die Prozessindustrie, stellt das Fraunhofer CCPE vom 22. bis zum 26. August zwei technische Produktinnovationen und ein Bewertungstool für Unternehmen der Circular Economy vor.

Seit 2018 erforschen die sechs Fraunhofer-Institute — IAP, ICT, IML, LBF, IVV und UMSICHT – wie eine nachhaltige Transformation einer gesamten Wertschöpfungskette unter Prinzipien der Circular Economy erfolgen kann. Durch einen Multi-Stakeholder-Ansatz können FuE-Kompetenzen gebündelt werden, um Produkte zirkulär zu gestalten, passende Geschäftsmodelle zu entwickeln und End-of-Life Verluste bei Kunststoffabfällen zu reduzieren. Auf der ACHEMA werden die folgenden Projekte ausgestellt:

Ziel des Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Circular Plastics Economy CCPE ist es, die Wertschöpfungskette Kunststoff zirkulär zu gestalten. Sechs Fraunhofer-Institute erforschen am Beispiel Kunststoff, wie der Wandel von einer linearen zur einer zirkulären Kunststoffwirtschaft gelingen kann. Auf der ACHEMA in Frankfurt, der internationalen Messe für die Prozessindustrie, stellt das Fraunhofer CCPE vom 22. bis zum 26. August zwei technische Produktinnovationen und ein Bewertungstool für Unternehmen der Circular Economy vor.

Seit 2018 erforschen die sechs Fraunhofer-Institute — IAP, ICT, IML, LBF, IVV und UMSICHT – wie eine nachhaltige Transformation einer gesamten Wertschöpfungskette unter Prinzipien der Circular Economy erfolgen kann. Durch einen Multi-Stakeholder-Ansatz können FuE-Kompetenzen gebündelt werden, um Produkte zirkulär zu gestalten, passende Geschäftsmodelle zu entwickeln und End-of-Life Verluste bei Kunststoffabfällen zu reduzieren. Auf der ACHEMA werden die folgenden Projekte ausgestellt:

  • Faserverstärktes Monomaterialkomposit aus PLA
    Biobasierte Kunststoffe werden zunehmend für technisch anspruchsvolle Einsatzbereiche z.B. in der Automobil- und Textilindustrie nachgefragt. Zwei zentrale Anforderungen sind dabei ihre Stabilität und ihre Recyclingfähigkeit. Forschende der Fraunhofer-Institute IAP und ICT entwickelten innovative PLA-basierte Monomaterial-Komposite (Organobleche), die technische Applikationen adressieren und insbesondere mit Hinblick auf die Rezyklisierbarkeit einen Beitrag zur Umsetzung der Sustainable Development Goals der UN leisten können.
  • Optisch und mechanisch verbesserte Folienrezyklate
    Bei der Herstellung von Folien zählt neben den mechanischen Eigenschaften besonders der visuelle Eindruck. Es dürfen keine Fehlstellen in Form von Stippen, Fischaugen oder Abrissen auftreten, die insbesondere bei Verwendung von Rezyklaten zu Problemen führen können. Die direkte Verwendung eines Folienregranulats führt jedoch häufig zu vielen Abrissen während der Folienherstellung, die zudem fatale Auswirkungen auf die mechanischen Materialeigenschaften haben. Durch die Zugabe einer geeigneten Additivformulierung konnte die Folienqualität nun signifikant verbessert werden.

Ist ein Produkt reif für die Circular Economy?
Weiterhin präsentieren die Forschenden nun auf der ACHEMA das webbasierte Tool CRL®, mit dem Unternehmen den Reifegrad von Produkten oder Produktsystemen im Hinblick auf die Circular Economy selbst bewerten können. Es prüft, inwieweit ein Produkt die Strategien der Kreislaufwirtschaft in den Bereichen Produktdesign, Produktdienstleistungssystem, End-of-Life-Management und Kreislaufwirtschaft bereits berücksichtigt und wo noch Verbesserungspotenzial besteht.

Source:

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

Photo: Mahlo
26.07.2022

Mahlo at Indo Intertex 2022

  • Focus on straightening technology and process control

At Indo Intertex, held from 10 to 13 August in Jakarta, visitors get to see the Mahlo-way for process control in textile production. The German machine manufacturer and its partner agency Agansa Primatama will be available to show everyone its leading straightening technology as well as energy saving concepts around the stenter frames. INDO INTERTEX is South East Asia’s largest trade show on the textile and garment industries, bringing together leaders to experience world-class manufacture, technology and solutions.

Indonesia is one of the ten biggest textile producers in the world. Especially the USA, the European Union and Japan import a majority of their requirements from the Southeast Asian Island state. In order to fulfill the increasing demands and the call for high quality goods, producers invest in machinery, equipment and technology.

  • Focus on straightening technology and process control

At Indo Intertex, held from 10 to 13 August in Jakarta, visitors get to see the Mahlo-way for process control in textile production. The German machine manufacturer and its partner agency Agansa Primatama will be available to show everyone its leading straightening technology as well as energy saving concepts around the stenter frames. INDO INTERTEX is South East Asia’s largest trade show on the textile and garment industries, bringing together leaders to experience world-class manufacture, technology and solutions.

Indonesia is one of the ten biggest textile producers in the world. Especially the USA, the European Union and Japan import a majority of their requirements from the Southeast Asian Island state. In order to fulfill the increasing demands and the call for high quality goods, producers invest in machinery, equipment and technology.

At IndoIntertex, Mahlo informs about its straightening machine Orthopac RVMC-15, among other. Based on experience reaching back to over 75 years, the machine offers the latest technology for correcting distortions. The modular straightening and process control system ensures a straight-thread product before and after the drying or fixing process and optimises the processes all around the stenter. This increases quality and saves resources and energy. The process control system Optipac VMC-15 measures and controls critical parameters such as dwell time, thread density or residual moisture.

Source:

Mahlo GmbH + Co. KG

(c) Sappi Europe
25.07.2022

Sappi showcases its solutions at FACHPACK 2022

The FACHPACK in Nuremberg ranks among the most important packaging industry gatherings. From 27 to 29 September 2022, Sappi will be presenting its latest products and solutions for functional paper packaging, flexible packaging papers, label papers, containerboard and paperboard. The company is focusing its efforts on sustainable, recyclable and innovative solutions.

The FACHPACK in Nuremberg ranks among the most important packaging industry gatherings. From 27 to 29 September 2022, Sappi will be presenting its latest products and solutions for functional paper packaging, flexible packaging papers, label papers, containerboard and paperboard. The company is focusing its efforts on sustainable, recyclable and innovative solutions.

  • Wide range of barrier papers in the market for sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions
  • High-impact brand presence in corrugated board packaging thanks to Fusion Nature Plus in combination with Fusion Topliner
  • Parade Label Pro wet-glue label paper for an efficient operation and an excellent visual impression

Wide range of barrier papers
Sappi’s ultimate goal as a specialist in barrier papers is to replace non-recyclable aluminium and plastic multi-layer laminates through the introduction of truly sustainable alternatives that meet all market requirements in terms of performance and recycling. Sappi is continuously expanding its portfolio of barrier papers. At the show, Sappi will be showcasing several examples of food and non-food applications using these barrier papers.

A smooth surface and a high degree of whiteness: Parade Label Pro
Sappi will also be presenting its new, non-wet-strength wet-glue label paper Parade Label Pro – featuring samples from all over the world. This glossy, double-coated quality paper offers a smooth surface plus a high degree of whiteness. It’s suitable for numerous label and flexible packaging applications, such as labels for disposable bottles, food and non-food containers as well as wrappers for a variety of products. It can be printed in offset, flexo and gravure, and finished with hot foil and blind embossing, for example.

Brand presentation that appeals to the senses
“For manufacturers of branded goods, it is becoming increasingly important to convey brand values and product characteristics in a way that is emotionally appealing and that really sets the stage,” explains Luis Mata, Sales Director Packaging of Sappi Europe. At the FACHPACK, Sappi will also be presenting its containerboard products for corrugated board applications, which, with their brilliant colour reproduction, enhance on-shelf product impact and ensure real brand differentiation.

Sappi’s popular Algro Design paperboard portfolio also allows the design scope and leeway to communicate brand values in an emotionally appealing way.

Source:

Sappi Europe

Jude Morgan (dopamin Models) (c) Sebatian Brüll
21.07.2022

Düsseldorf Fashion Days: So wird der Sommer

Leinen los für die Sommermode im kommenden Jahr. „Bislang haben wir stets in Berlin groß gefeiert. Doch diesmal wollen wir Flagge für Düsseldorf zeigen. Die Stadt hat sich nach zwei Corona-Jahren als stabiler, zuverlässiger Business-Standort behauptet. Hier haben wir unseren Showroom und hier verkaufen wir unsere Kollektionen“, sagt Felicitas Gutjahr von Modehersteller Riani. „Und weil zu unserer Marke auch das Schiff Blue Rhapsody passt, laden wir zu einem Fashion Festival auf dem Rhein ein.“

Am Samstagabend lichtet die schwimmende Location die Anker zu einem Cruise Event vor der leuchtenden Kirmes-Kulisse. Rund 400 geladene Gäste werden erwartet. Auf dem roten Teppich werden unter anderem erwartet Natalia Wörner, Barbara Becker, Cathy Hummels, Bella Lesnik und Frauke Ludowig. Aus Düsseldorf sind die Influencerinnen Anna Hiltop und Gitta Banko vertreten. Riani plant auf allen Schiffsebenen eine Fashion Installation, bei der international bekannte Models auf Podesten die modischen Highlights präsentieren. Musikalisch sind die Band Parallel, die Sängerin Leony und das Duo Saxity mit von der Partie. Für Stimmung sorgen DJane 2Elements und DJ David Puentez.

Leinen los für die Sommermode im kommenden Jahr. „Bislang haben wir stets in Berlin groß gefeiert. Doch diesmal wollen wir Flagge für Düsseldorf zeigen. Die Stadt hat sich nach zwei Corona-Jahren als stabiler, zuverlässiger Business-Standort behauptet. Hier haben wir unseren Showroom und hier verkaufen wir unsere Kollektionen“, sagt Felicitas Gutjahr von Modehersteller Riani. „Und weil zu unserer Marke auch das Schiff Blue Rhapsody passt, laden wir zu einem Fashion Festival auf dem Rhein ein.“

Am Samstagabend lichtet die schwimmende Location die Anker zu einem Cruise Event vor der leuchtenden Kirmes-Kulisse. Rund 400 geladene Gäste werden erwartet. Auf dem roten Teppich werden unter anderem erwartet Natalia Wörner, Barbara Becker, Cathy Hummels, Bella Lesnik und Frauke Ludowig. Aus Düsseldorf sind die Influencerinnen Anna Hiltop und Gitta Banko vertreten. Riani plant auf allen Schiffsebenen eine Fashion Installation, bei der international bekannte Models auf Podesten die modischen Highlights präsentieren. Musikalisch sind die Band Parallel, die Sängerin Leony und das Duo Saxity mit von der Partie. Für Stimmung sorgen DJane 2Elements und DJ David Puentez.

Rund um die Düsseldorf Fashion Days laufen erstmals verteilt im Stadtgebiet wieder etliche Veranstaltungen mit viel Publikum: Angefangen beim „Kamingespräch“ in der Sansibar, einem Cocktailempfang auf der Plaza am Karl-Arnold-Platz und den After Work Drinks bei Apropros über das Medien-Fashion Dinner im „New Paradise“ bis zur InStyle-Lounge. Während der Düsseldorf Festival Edition heißt es am Samstag ab 13 Uhr auch Treffen zum Sundowner am Kö-Bogen.

Auf Einladung des Vereins Fashion Net feiert der größte Branchentreff seine Premiere in den Rheinterrassen. Ibiza-Feeling im lässig-lockeren Boho-Style erwartet dort die 700 Geladenen am Sonntagabend. Influencer:innen wie Alexandra Lapp, Mrs. Bella, sowie die Moderatorinnen Verena Kerth und Prinzessin Elna-Margret zu Bentheim stehen neben den Entscheider:innen der Modebranche auf der hochkarätigen Gästeliste. QVC sorgt bei sommerlichen Temperaturen mit einem Softeisstand für die nötige Erfrischung, in der Beauty Lounge von SEPHORA können sich die Gäste beispielsweise Lippenstift und Foundation auffrischen lassen und das Produktportfolio entdecken. Im Außenbereich wartet eine SEPHORA Beauty Kirmes, bei der tolle Produkte gewonnen werden können.

Zum Finale des Party-Reigens am kommenden Montag trumpft Modehersteller Bugatti Holding Brinkmann ganz groß auf. „Today, Tomorrow, Together“ heißt es, wenn das 75-jährige Firmenjubiläum in den Kasematten am Unteren Rheinwerft mit Fashion Show zum Sonnenuntergang, Live-Musik und Kulinarik gebührend zelebriert wird. 350 Gäste sind geladen.

Source:

PR + Presseagentur textschwester für DFD

21.07.2022

Kornit Digital: New Virtual Tradeshow at Printing Expo Online 2022

Kornit Digital Ltd. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit”), a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashionx  and textile production technologies, has opened the doors to a new interactive booth  at one of the world’s largest virtual printing tradeshows – Printing Expo Online 2022. The exhibit offers all the benefits of a physical tradeshow, but with convenient, online access any time.

Printing Expo Online is one of the most popular online tradeshows for the printing industry. Tailored to meet the demands of evolving businesses, the show is open 24-7-365 days a year – and has welcomed over 60,000 global visitors since November 2020. Kornit’s virtual exhibit is fully aligned with customer requests for a more flexible tradeshow experience – allowing participation at their convenience.

Kornit Digital Ltd. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit”), a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashionx  and textile production technologies, has opened the doors to a new interactive booth  at one of the world’s largest virtual printing tradeshows – Printing Expo Online 2022. The exhibit offers all the benefits of a physical tradeshow, but with convenient, online access any time.

Printing Expo Online is one of the most popular online tradeshows for the printing industry. Tailored to meet the demands of evolving businesses, the show is open 24-7-365 days a year – and has welcomed over 60,000 global visitors since November 2020. Kornit’s virtual exhibit is fully aligned with customer requests for a more flexible tradeshow experience – allowing participation at their convenience.

The multi-story showroom makes it possible to self-navigate across Kornit’s game changing single-step, digital direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-fabric (DTF) solutions – unlocking new possibilities for on demand, sustainable digital fashion and textile production. Solutions on display include  Kornit Atlas MAX, the recently introduced Kornit Atlas MAX Poly, Kornit Presto MAX and the KornitX Workflow offering.

Source:

Kornit Digital

(c) INNATEX
19.07.2022

INNATEX: Countdown to 50th international trade fair for sustainable textiles

The 50th INNATEX fair opens its gates to a Green Fashion trade audience from 29 to 31 July 2022 in Hofheim-Wallau, near Frankfurt. At this anniversary fair, over 200 labels will be exhibiting, a wide range of experts and organisations will be gathering, and elaborate features and facilities are planned for the Rhein-Main exhibition centre.

According to INNATEX project manager Alexander Hitzel, one highlight is the Community Area, which brings together a range of experts. In short lounge talks, they reveal insights into what they are currently working on and a dialogue format encourages personal discussion. Mirjam Smend, whom we know well from Greenstyle Munich, introduces her recently launched sustainability magazine, Pureviu, and facilitates the morning talks.

The 50th INNATEX fair opens its gates to a Green Fashion trade audience from 29 to 31 July 2022 in Hofheim-Wallau, near Frankfurt. At this anniversary fair, over 200 labels will be exhibiting, a wide range of experts and organisations will be gathering, and elaborate features and facilities are planned for the Rhein-Main exhibition centre.

According to INNATEX project manager Alexander Hitzel, one highlight is the Community Area, which brings together a range of experts. In short lounge talks, they reveal insights into what they are currently working on and a dialogue format encourages personal discussion. Mirjam Smend, whom we know well from Greenstyle Munich, introduces her recently launched sustainability magazine, Pureviu, and facilitates the morning talks.

Alongside standard bodies such as IVN and GOTS, which have taken part in INNATEX for many years, younger projects such as Fairmodel and the digital platform Retraced will be part of this special area. Fairtrade Germany, Femnet and the VDMD are to be found there too. Almost all of them are joining in with the Ask Me Anything dialouge format. Interested attendees can pre-book a slot of up to ten minutes for a personal discussion with the expert of their choice.

The supportive activities that had to be suspended during the pandemic are enjoying a comeback at this year’s summer fair: five newcomers to INNATEX designated DesignDiscoveries will be presenting their projects in another special area. Vegtus, from Barcelona, produces sneakers and other products from cactus leather. Natural textiles such as organic cotton are used by Lounge Cherie, a yoga fashion label.

Products for kids through to seniors, classics and streetwear, footwear and accessories
Nordlicht similarly relies on recyclable, renewable natural fibres for its outerwear, bags and accessories. The field of circular fashion is also served by the remaining two Design Discoveries. Both Nature is Future, with its handmade sneakers, and Freibeutler, with its functional rucksacks, make extensive use of recycled materials, while also paying due attention to broader sustainability aspects.

Regular INNATEX exhibitors include Lana, Chapati and Didymos, all of whom are also celebrating anniversaries. Labels such as Anokho with their colourful accessories in jacquard fabrics and Danish label Angel Circle with its plus-size fashion are exhibiting for the first time.

Source:

INNATEX / UBERMUT GbR

(c) ISKO
19.07.2022

ISKO™ presents Luxury collection by PG at Première Vision in New York

ISKO teams up with Paolo Gnutti, to break new ground in the world of premium, luxury denim. Combining ISKO’s advanced denim technologies with PG’s creative vision, the result is a special ISKO™ Luxury collection by PG, characterized by a unique high-end appeal.

The collection embodies ISKO’s most revolutionary technological innovations combined with the long-standing expertise of Paolo Gnutti, who explored aesthetics highly profiled to the unique needs of the luxury segment through 7 main moods:

ISKO teams up with Paolo Gnutti, to break new ground in the world of premium, luxury denim. Combining ISKO’s advanced denim technologies with PG’s creative vision, the result is a special ISKO™ Luxury collection by PG, characterized by a unique high-end appeal.

The collection embodies ISKO’s most revolutionary technological innovations combined with the long-standing expertise of Paolo Gnutti, who explored aesthetics highly profiled to the unique needs of the luxury segment through 7 main moods:

  1. Denim addicted, celebrating total denim looks, offering classic silhouettes mixed up with revised volumes and details;
  2. Y2k, bringing back the 2000s typical style featuring exposed skin, low waist pants, micro tops, mini skirts, shrunken garments, butterfly decorations and embellishments;
  3. Fanaticism, featuring bright, bold colors, intricate prints and logos combined with details that meet ample volume styles;
  4. Bounder glam, all about glammed-up leather effects inspired by bikers' unapologetic style and applied to oversize fits, cutouts and lace-ups styles;
  5. Moto’roll, where the iconic 60s and 70s biker style is back with a modern twist and a vast range of treatments and fabrics, offering men and women true crowdpleasers;
  6. Gingham mania, an in-depth exploration of the gingham trend which finds expression through various dimensions and techniques that cater to any silhouette;
  7. Rugged re-made, which celebrates workwear and historical garments creating a style that combines history with technologies, solutions and treatments to recreate that vintage look dear to the heart of lovers of denim heritage
More information:
Isko Paolo Gnutti Première Vision
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ISKO / Menabò Group srl

(c) Andreas Endermann
15.07.2022

Fashion Net Round Table zur Zukunft des Modestandorts Düsseldorf

Zum vierten Mal fand der Fashion Net Round Table in Düsseldorf statt. Das Who-is-who der Modebranche diskutierte über die Zukunft des Modestandorts Düsseldorf und entwickelte Ideen zur Stärkung des lokalen Ordergeschäfts. Zentraler Impuls der Expert*innen ist die mögliche Einführung weiterer Orderwochen in Düsseldorf neben den bereits etablierten Düsseldorf Fashion Days (DFD) im Juli und Januar.

Wiebke Schilbock, Managing Partner Delicate Love, betonte, dass die meisten Kund:innen ihre Order in den Messezeiträumen abschließen und deshalb ein zusätzlicher Orderzeitraum sinnvoll sei. Previews für die Frühjahr-/Sommerkollektion im Mai und für die Herbst-/Winterkollektion im November seien gut, um eine bessere Struktur zu generieren, ergänzt Joachim Klüner, Hagemeyer. Im Fokus dieser Überlegungen stehe die Ausrichtung hin zu einer serviceorientierteren, komfortableren Order für Einkäufer in Düsseldorf. Konzentrierte Ordertermine im Frühling und Herbst seien hier Schritte in die richtige Richtung, erklärte Angelika Firnrohr, Geschäftsführerin Fashion Net Düsseldorf e.V..

Zum vierten Mal fand der Fashion Net Round Table in Düsseldorf statt. Das Who-is-who der Modebranche diskutierte über die Zukunft des Modestandorts Düsseldorf und entwickelte Ideen zur Stärkung des lokalen Ordergeschäfts. Zentraler Impuls der Expert*innen ist die mögliche Einführung weiterer Orderwochen in Düsseldorf neben den bereits etablierten Düsseldorf Fashion Days (DFD) im Juli und Januar.

Wiebke Schilbock, Managing Partner Delicate Love, betonte, dass die meisten Kund:innen ihre Order in den Messezeiträumen abschließen und deshalb ein zusätzlicher Orderzeitraum sinnvoll sei. Previews für die Frühjahr-/Sommerkollektion im Mai und für die Herbst-/Winterkollektion im November seien gut, um eine bessere Struktur zu generieren, ergänzt Joachim Klüner, Hagemeyer. Im Fokus dieser Überlegungen stehe die Ausrichtung hin zu einer serviceorientierteren, komfortableren Order für Einkäufer in Düsseldorf. Konzentrierte Ordertermine im Frühling und Herbst seien hier Schritte in die richtige Richtung, erklärte Angelika Firnrohr, Geschäftsführerin Fashion Net Düsseldorf e.V..

Teilnehmer des Round Tables waren Luca Bazzanella (Head of Sales und Brand Manager der Thomas Rath Fashion Group & Vorstandsmitglied Fashion Net), Oliver Bitterroff (Modeagentur Bitterroff), Angelika Firnrohr (Geschäftsführerin Fashion Net), Joachim Klüner (Senior Buyer, Hagemeyer Minden), Jörg Labatz (Prokurist Betty Barclay), Sabine Schäfer (Head of Sales Anette Görtz), Wiebke Schilbock (Managing Partner Delicate Love).