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 …
Understanding the differences between NFPA and CSFM
WEBJun 1, 2008 · Although, like NFPA 701, Title 19 also has two versions, the small-scale and large-scale tests, there are differences between the two specifications as well, such as sample size and exposure to the flame source. In addition, the CSFM specification differs from NFPA 701 in one other important aspect—documentation.
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 Standard 100 ...
Karen Nyberg creates fabric designs from space images
WEBJun 1, 2022 · Recently retired NASA astronaut and artist Karen Nyberg has launched a new fabric line called “Earth Views” in collaboration with the Calif.-based Robert Kaufman Fabrics. Nyberg spent more than 180 days in space over two missions flying on both the space shuttle and the Russian Soyuz spacecraft, …
Clothing made from human hair - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBFeb 1, 2022 · It can be stretched up to one and a half times its original length before breaking. In fact, the faster hair is stretched, the stronger it is. Kollar worked with local salons to provide her “raw material” for spinning yarn. In Europe alone, an estimated 72 million kg (about 159 million pounds) of human hair is generated annually.
Texas Thread Technology acquired by PolySachi Polymers
WEBJun 17, 2021 · PolySachi Polymers LLC, Harlingen, Texas, acquired Texas Thread Technology in April. In business for more than 30 years, Texas Thread Technology manufactures mil spec twisted and bonded sewing thread and industrial yarns. PolySachi Polymers is also the parent company of PARI Olefins-Winzen Plant, specializing in technical textile products for the bulk bag industry in Asia … Read More
Sustainable medical textiles - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBMar 1, 2023 · At IFAI EXPO 2022, ResMed senior textile engineer Holly Harris gave a presentation that focused on the Australian company’s work in addressing sustainability for its sleep apnea devices. Sleep apnea is a disorder in which the muscles in the throat relax to the point of collapse, restricting airflow. This results in shallow breathing, or even ...
A bright future: fabrics that generate electricity
WEBJul 1, 2019 · What Pvilion does is simple in theory—and complicated in reality, Touhey says. “We integrate solar cells with fabric, and we build fabric products that generate electricity,” he says. “Effectively, any surface, any fabric that is getting hit by the sun, can be a fabric that generates electricity.”. While it may seem futuristic to the ...
Types of ballistic fabrics - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBJul 1, 2008 · Lower-tech ballistic fabrics are those that are traditionally used in soft-sided luggage and backpacks. Often made of nylon, ballistic fabric is a basket-woven material, with a 2 x 2 weave. It’s commonly made of 1050 denier nylon, but can be made in lighter fabrics, such as a 840 denier. The heavier ballistic nylon is sometimes referred to as ...
Flammability codes—the basics - Specialty Fabrics Review
WEBMay 1, 2015 · Flammability and fire testing. FR testing is usually consistent on a nationwide basis. One of the main building codes is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and covers a lot of products. The other main segments to comply with fire tests are related to aircraft, passenger rail cars and passenger vessels, says Messina.