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WEB2 days ago · The textile-heated garment industry is revolutionizing how we stay warm. Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA), the organization I work for, is at the forefront of developments in the types of heat sources used, particularly how they are controlled for optimal comfort and efficiency. View All Articles.
Standard Fiber partners with Noble Biomaterials
WEBJan 5, 2023 · The ions attracted to the bacteria’s DNA disrupt its respiration, cell division and replication process. Because IONIC+® technology is self-cleaning of microbes on fabric, fewer washes are needed, thus conserving energy, water, and natural resources. IONIC+ antimicrobial technology is EPA registered, BPR compliant and OEKO-TEX …
Making it easy: the benefits of keder - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBMar 1, 2019 · A revolutionary solution. Earlier methods for joining panels included lacing adjacent sections with corresponding loops and grommets to mechanical fasteners, such as metal clips or plastic side-release buckles, Bryan Bolt, sales manager at Moore, S.C.-based Top Tec Event Tents, explains in a whitepaper he authored on the basics of keder.
Glen Raven emphasizes people and the planet in its first corporate ...
WEBApr 26, 2021 · Glen Raven Inc., a leading provider of innovative textiles including Sunbrella® brand fabrics and the parent company of Trivantage, has released its first ever corporate sustainability report, Continuing a Pattern of Good. The report establishes a baseline of metrics across two foundational pillars—“Supporting Our People and …
Biomimetics: Fabrics borrow from nature to solve problems
WEBOct 31, 2017 · Bioinspired innovation falls into two distinct approaches, says Garvin. “One of them, bioutilization, is the use of organisms or biological materials to fulfill a human need,” he says. “The other, biomimicry, is the abstraction and translation of biological principles into human-made technology. It’s also a method of assessing whether a ...
Developing NASA’s next-generation spacesuit
WEBMay 1, 2018 · New technologies needed. NASA’s next-generation spacesuit will be developed as part of the Extravehicular Activity (EVA) system (activities outside a spacecraft). The early stages of the development will involve building a Deep Space EVA system called xEMU for demonstration on the International Space Station and during …
Heberlein completes sale of its business - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBNov 17, 2023 · Heberlein, founded in 1835, successfully completed the sale of its business on October 31. The new joint ownership comprises the company’s management, alongside industry expert Daniel Lippuner and the Renaissance investment foundation. From November 1, the company will operate under the name “Heberlein Technology AG.”.
Milliken & Company developing flame-resistant fabrics for NASA
WEBCompany News, News | May 17, 2024 | By: ATA. Milliken & Company announced it is working to design and manufacture flame-resistant (FR) undergarment fabric for NASA’s Artemis missions. Artemis III will be the first U.S.-crewed moon mission in over 50 years, planned for launch no earlier than 2026. Milliken is collaborating with global ...
Jennifer Knight named as deputy assistant secretary for textiles ...
WEBFeb 17, 2022 · The Biden Administration has appointed Jennifer Knight to the office of deputy assistant secretary for textiles, consumer goods and materials at the U.S. Department of Commerce.Knight will oversee the Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA), the Office of Materials Industries and the Office of Consumer Goods within the …
Looking back, looking ahead: Textile industry trends
WEBApr 1, 2024 · Recycling, water use, energy use, harmful chemicals, waste generation, supply chain, and landfilled single-use products are among the basic issues facing producers every day. StartUs Insights, which provides industry research services, chose “sustainable supply chain” for the number 4 slot on its “Discover the Top 8 Trends in the …
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