Tech Notes

Suominen has introduced BIOLACE Pure for wipes. The product is made of biodegradable, compostable, and renewable plant-based fibers and wood pulp from certified forests. The product does not contain any chemical binders or plastics. As the newest product in Suominen’s sustainable BIOLACE product family, BIOLACE Pure is designed to meet the growing wipes market’s increasing …

SDL Atlas introduced the Impact Penetration Tester, precisely designed to satisfy AATCC Test Method 42: Water Resistance: Impact Penetration. Originally developed to predict for rain penetration, AATCC TM 42 has been adopted by the medical industry as a measure of liquid barrier performance for personal protective equipment (PPE). This Type II Design Impact Penetration Tester …

SDL Atlas has developed a new fixture for testing stretchy fabrics on their MMT: Moisture Management Tester. The new Stretch Fabric Fixture will offer more accurate testing for how a fabric will behave while in use by the end customer. Previously when fabrics were tested, they were laid flat. This positioning may not portray a …

Oerlikon Barmag’s first wiping robot has now been operating in India since the end of 2019. The even wiping process provides reduced yarn break rates and higher full package rates. Regular wiping (cleaning) of the spin packs is important for process stability and yarn quality. The wiping robot operates in a cross-line manner. The cleaning …

Eastman, the maker of sustainably sourced Naia cellulosic filament yarn, announced the expansion of its Naia fiber portfolio. Naia is able to be blended with other eco-friendly materials, such as lyocell, modal and recycled polyester, to help produce sustainable fabrics and garments. Eastman will be working with several spinners worldwide to create Naia staple fiber, …