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Synthetic garment insulation made from 100% recycled, biodegradable fibers
PrimaLoft, a supplier of advanced material technology solutions, has introduced PrimaLoft Bio, claimed to be the first synthetic insulation made from 100% recycled, biodegradable polyester fibers.
In accelerated test conditions simulating a landfill environment (ASTM D5511) PrimaLoft Bio fibers achieved near complete biodegradation in 394 days, compared with the negligible degradation observed for standard
PrimaLoft, Inc. debuts PrimaLoft Bio, the first synthetic insulation made from 100% recycled, biodegradable fibers
Fibers using proprietary technology enable highly accelerated rate of biodegradation PrimaLoft, Inc., a global leader in advanced material technology solutions, introduced October 23, 2018 PrimaLoft® Bio, the first synthetic insulation made …

Dornbirn Congress continues to communicate fiber innovation
With global fiber production now exceeding 100 million tons – and growing at 3-4% a year – non-governmental organizations (NGOs), which focus on all parts of the textile value chain, are increasingly drawing attention to the fiber industry and producing unfavorable, critical reports. Textile products are placing huge pressures on the Earth’s resources and polluting the environment.
Techtextil North America names North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles the first ever official academic partner for 2019 edition
Techtextil North America 2019, in Raleigh, North Carolina, February 26-28, will be the first edition to name an official academic partner. North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles, located minutes …
DuPont™ Sorona® Brand Becomes bluesign® System Partner
Renewably Sourced Fiber Meets Rigorous Sustainable Textile Production System; Recognized for its Environmental Responsibility in the Supply Chain DuPont Industrial Biosciences announced today its partnership with bluesign® for the bio-based, …