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3M expands Thinsulate and Scotchgard into performance fabrics

3M is expanding two of its best-known textile brands into new areas of the performance apparel market, with the launch of Thinsulate Outdoor Comfort and Scotchgard Outdoor Performance.Unveiled during UTMB Mont-Blanc in Chamonix, the two new platforms represent a significant development for a materials developer traditionally associated with...

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Hyosung Helps Makes Denim Better with New Bio-Based, Recycled, and Recyclable Sustainable Textile Innovation

Furthering its commitment to continuous innovation and providing sustainable solutions for diverse needs across the denim value chain, Hyosung will introduce a unique offering of certified sustainable materials at Kingpins Amsterdam this fall.

The fabric behind CamelBak®’s most sustainable backpacks yet

CORDURA re/cor™ recycled fabrics land their biggest adventure – a pack collection built for adventure travel. Written by Emma Axtell, CamelBak Product Manager.

brrr° Leads in Cooling Performance Fabric

Cooling fabric innovator brrr° is bringing its advanced performance technology to more brands across the globe and across the athletic and outdoor categories — and far beyond.

REMOTION® - a Game-Changing Solution to Ocean Plastic Pollution with the Bonus of Biodegradability

Affiliated companies ADVANSA and Asia Pacific Fibers (APF) join forces to launch REMOTION®, a premium fibre for sports and activewear, made from recycled ocean-bound plastic bottles with full end-to-end traceability from Prevented Ocean Plastic™.

Cifra launches first wks collection with renewable sources, reducing carbon emissions

Investment and research toward what sustainability really is, lead Cifra to a new concept in sportswear that combines tailor-made design, function and respect for the environment.

How Sportswear Textile Production Can Win the Game

The sportswear and athleisure markets are among the hottest areas in textile printing.

brrr° Redefines Cooling Performance Fabric

When she was an executive at SPANX, Mary-Cathryn Kolb kept thinking about the versatility of the tiny yarns that worked so hard to shape and support bodies.

Grow your sportswear business with Kornit Digital

Eliminate waste, create new business, and grow your sportswear business with Kornit Digital.

CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics and MYSTERY RANCH Collaborate with DIOR for 2023 Summer Men’s Collection

DIOR present creations imagined in collaboration with MYSTERY RANCH® and CORDURA® Advanced Fabrics

How Brands Deliver More with Less

For a long time, there was a clear trade-off between sustainability and profitability, but that is no longer the case.

What is LCA and why all brands should know about it

A significant part of the sustainability claim for brands and manufacturers is the reduction of their carbon footprint.

The Atlas MAX Poly Is providing custom apparel for athletes at any level

Today, more and more people are taking a closer look at their health and how they can incorporate new habits and hobbies into their lives to take fitness to the next level.

Sorona® looks to corn farms for sustainability improvements

In June 2022, Covation Biomaterials launched as an independent company following the acquisition of DuPont Biomaterials by the Huafon Group.

Getting to the heart of the problem

Tackling the textile industry’s environmental impact at the source

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Circular and Sustainable, Traceable and Certified

The new sustainable concept garments are being previewed at Functional Fabric Fair (October 26-27 in Portland) and Performance Days (November 3-4 in Munich).

4 Polyester Production Challenges Solved with Kornit’s Atlas MAX Poly

The many challenges polyester presents for apparel decorators have been discussed at length for a long time. Now it’s time to talk about their solutions.

Polygiene: Nurturing change in consumer behavior in the sports and outdoor sector

Swedish firm Polygiene® offers practical solutions that empower consumers to shape a more sustainable and environmentally conscious sports and outdoor wear industry.

Imagining the Future of Cool

Textile innovator brrr° became a leader in cooling yarns and fabrics several years ago when the company introduced new technology that combines the power of natural cooling minerals, active wicking and rapid drying.

Interloop – A Leading Innovator in Athletic Performance

At Interloop, the drive for athletic performance and comfort is fueled by innovative thinking.

Sorona: Delivering Innovative, High-performance, Bio-based Materials at Scale

Designing the future means designing sustainably. Long at the forefront of bio-based options, Sorona®, and its sister brands Susterra® and Zemea®, are now part of the newly formed Covation Biomaterials.

When Less is More: The Durability & Reusability of Cotton Support a Sustainable Future

Feeling good in clothing often translates to better performance. A new business outfit that fits just right can give a boost of confidence during a presentation; athletic wear that is comfortable and breathable can help make a workout more effective; and tough, outdoor wear that is strong and movable can aid in getting a project done ahead of schedule.

Advancing Sustainability in Performance Apparel Fabrics

When environmental responsibility inspires product design, the results can be revolutionary as SENSIL®, the brand of premium Nylon 6.6 created by NILIT, has demonstrated.

Production Knowhow Behind Summer Sportswear Trends

Summer is a time when people are naturally more optimistic and focused on wellness. After the challenges of the past few years, many will be looking forward to choosing summer sportswear in uplifting colors and playful patterns.

Back to the future – denim brands turn to Polygiene as the industry begins a new chapter

With the booming second-hand fashion market and growing desire for items that last longer, denim is entering a new era, and the Swedish firm Polygiene is playing a key role.

Sustainable and Fashionable! Xpore Awarded by ISPO and GRS Certificate

Xpore, a brand that provides waterproof breathable textile solutions, has done remarkably in the first quarter.

Riding The Sportswear Wave With Differentiation

To rise above the competition in the challenging sportswear market, brands are seeking differentiation through new technologies, performance assurances, and a reliable and transparent supply chain, says Huntsman Textile Effects’ Martin Weber.

Making sportswear for a green world

Consumers increasingly want both sustainability and performance when choosing sportswear. While achieving this balance has traditionally been a challenge, new technologies are changing the game.

Sorona ® Introduces Preferred Mill Network

Just one-year after the successful debut of its Common Thread Fabric Certification Program, Sorona® is introducing the Preferred Mill Network.

Kornit Digital’s CEO, Ronen Samuel reveals the vision behind Voxel8’s recent acquisition

Kornit CEO, Ronen Samuel, often likes to say “A company is only as good as its people”. When it comes to Kornit’s recent acquisition of US-based Voxel8’s technologies, an on-demand manufacturer of 3D printing technologies, this statement holds even greater significance.

Growing number of brands focusing on extending a product’s life

Evidence is mounting about the importance of changing consumer behavior in reducing the environmental impact of textile and clothing products. Many brands are now turning to the Swedish firm Polygiene® for technologies that help provide a solution.

FLYERALARM SPORTS creates printing league of its own with Kornit AVALANCHE POLY PRO

“Whether it’s the dynamics of the processing, the durability and functionality of the clothing, or the quality of the print – with the AVALANCHE POLY PRO there is no compromise!"

Working Today for the Good of Tomorrow

One of the things that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light is that now, more than ever, sustainability is important for our future. An EPA study found that every 10,000 tons of materials recycled supports nearly 16 jobs and $760,000 in wages. Customers are demanding sustainability because they know it makes a difference in the health of people and our planet.

New hi-tech shapewear by CIFRA

A new range of application for hi-tech knitwear by Cifra. The new generation of shapewear that offers unique solutions in terms of performance, fit and comfort.

Taipei Innovative Textile Application Show (TITAS)

TITAS is the only professional textile trade show in Taiwan for sourcing innovation, technical applications and sustainability in textiles and apparel. This year’s TITAS will be held from October 13th to 15th in Taipei.

Regen-erating A Sustainable Reality

Hyosung continues to innovate with its portfolio of eco-friendly products

Plant-based Swimwear for the Circular Economy

Globally, consumers have a growing interest in incorporating more sustainable choices into their lives. They’re supporting conscious brands that have commitments to more equitable workplaces, sustainable fabric choices, and intersectional environmentalism.

Kitlocker Implements Kornit Avalanche Poly Pro for Efficient, Versatile Sportswear Production on Demand

“The machines. took our raw designs and printed direct to fabrics we’d never seen. They are quick and reliable, with very little downtime, which is massively important to me as a business owner.”

Polygiene technologies provide an antimicrobial effect and help reduce waste

The Swedish firm Polygiene® has developed a range of technologies which are now being used by more than 200 global premium brands.

Intertextile - Business resumes in China with functional and sustainable products in the spotlight

To discover the feeling on the ground at Intertextile Apparel’s Spring Edition, Messe Frankfurt spoke with fairgoers about their experiences, their forecast for the Chinese market and new trends and changes they’ve observed over the past year.

Free up the vibes

Sensitive Fabrics powered by Lycra Sport technology take high-definition performance into the streets.

Looking ahead to an even more sustainable future

When polyester was first produced 70 years ago, people didn’t give much thought to sustainability.

Woolmark Performance Challenge pushes the boundaries of product innovation

How can we harness the power of engineering, technology, and nature to innovate and give athletes advanced apparel solutions?

Working with nature, providing protection and performance

With its focus on how nature can offer solutions to many of the world’s environmental problems, the RUDOLF GROUP’s research and development team has now created innovative water-repellent and performance treatments for the textile and fashion industries.

Ever thought this jersey could be printed digitally, on demand?

Activewear once intended to your gym classes and outdoor run is increasingly being accepted as office attire by more and more employers.

Sustainability: a movement not a moment, for the good of tomorrow

One of the things that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light is that now, more than ever, sustainability is important for our future.

Sorona - Collaboration is the future of design

The future of business is based in collaboration. Why?

This is their Kornit success story!

Lower ink costs and higher production speeds? We spoke to our partner NEXGEN CLOTHING LIMITED, a clothing company based in Weymouth in Dorset, to check whether their Kornit DTG printer was living up to the sales pitch!

Farm to Fasion - Cotton's responsible use of water & chemicals

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword in the textile industry – it’s a necessity. Fortunately, cotton – the natural fiber we love to wear – can give more to the Earth than it takes while delivering the trifecta of activewear: sustainability, comfort and performance.

Go the Distance with Digital

According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, in 2019 fitness apparel grew by 6.5%, and the sale of branded activewear grew by 4.6%, to more than £14 billion.

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