Vegeto introduces fiber-based insulation material made of milkweed
Vegeto, a Canada-based leader in the sustainable production and processing of plant textile fibers, has launched a high-performance milkweed insulation material. This new product represents an eco-friendly solution for the outdoor clothing and equipment market, notably jackets, handwear and sleeping bags. The nonwoven laminated textile insulation is a mix of milkweed and kapok fibers, and …
COVID-19 Update: Texas Tech researchers author study using new standardized mask filtration testing to evaluate effectiveness of alternative facial coverings
With the coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading worldwide, International Fiber Journal is tracking stories relevant to the textile fiber industry. Facemasks, personal protective equipment, medical supplies and wipes are among the fiber-intensive technologies particularly relevant to the COVID-19 response effort. And as manufacturers of these technologies and others struggle to meet global demand in the face of the …
Smart workflows for digital cutting & kitting on display at JEC World
At JEC World 2022, March 8-10, in Paris, Zünd will present the latest developments in modular cutting solutions for composites. As specialist in digital cutting for composites applications, Zünd demonstrates how data management, digital cutting, and downstream processes, such as picking, sorting and kitting, can be automated intelligently and according to specific needs. In Industry …
Karl Mayer introduces digital solutions with its HKS 3-M ON
Karl Mayer launched its HKS 3-M ON, featuring the use of digitally generated tricot machine works with electronic pattern data obtained from the KM.ON cloud. This allows it to offer short and flexible design changes, minimal downtime and operation without the expense of ordering pattern discs. This also reduces the risk of operating errors. The …
SDL Atlas introduces next-generation hydrostatic head tester
SDL Atlas is introducing a redesign to the HydroPro Hydrostatic Head Tester. The HydroPro tests the water resistance to fabrics, determining the waterproof properties of fabrics, such as canvas, coated fabrics, hood fabric, tarpaulin, rain-proof fabrics and geotextiles. New features of the HydroPro include: Video recording and image capture show real time pressure for review …