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Professor Tilak Dias/Courtesy: Nottingham Trent University
Smart textiles to monitor pilots’ stress in NTU project

17th Jul 2017

Smart textiles can now be used to monitor stress levels in aeroplane pilots. This is the aim of a European research project involving Nottingham Trent University. Under this, the university’s Advanced Textiles Research Group, led by Professor Tilak Dias, will explore how smart textiles embedded in cockpit seats and pilot clothing can measure anxiety.

Courtesy: Honeywell Spectra
Heathcoat Fabrics uses Spectra in tough textiles

26th May 2017

Honeywell International’s Spectra fibre is being used in textiles designed for military and industrial applications. The fabrics to be created by Heathcoat Fabrics, a designer and manufacturer of technical textiles based in the UK, are meant to be light and comfortable for everyday wear but strong enough to withstand high-performance situations.

Courtesy: Direct Plus
Directa Plus bags grant to develop graphene based fabrics

22nd Feb 2017

Italian company Directa Plus has been allocated a grant for a research project titled ‘Graphene in Advanced Textiles & Fashion’ (GRATA). The project will focus on the development of G+ membranes to enhance the thermal and electrical performance of textiles for fashion applications. The total value of the project is expected to be approximately €1...

Kelheim hosts contest on new viscose fibre applications
Kelheim hosts contest on new viscose fibre applications

20th Feb 2017

German specialty viscose fibre producer Kelheim Fibres organised a competition titled, ‘100% cellulose fibres – re-thought’ to generate new ideas on applications of viscose fibres. More than 20 different proposals, ranging from very simple, clearly defined application ideas to visionary future products, were submitted by equally varied people.

Albany International Q4 net sales soar 20%
Albany International Q4 net sales soar 20%

13th Feb 2017

In the three months ended December 31, 2016, net sales at machine clothing and composites manufacturer Albany International, soared 20 per cent year on year to $213.0 million. The 20 per cent sales growth in the fourth quarter includes an 11.8 per cent increase in sales, as a result of an acquisition by Albany Engineered Composites in the second...

Courtesy: Sioen Industries
Sioen group company bags ‘Factory of the Future’ Award

7th Feb 2017

Belgium based producer of technical textiles Sioen Industries said one of its group companies, Veranneman Technical Textiles has bagged the prestigious ‘Factory of the Future’ Award. Veranneman produces open structure fabrics with applications in roof and pool reinforcement, nonwoven filters, drywall, automotive products, road construction, etc.

Thrace creates new position in Technical Fabrics division
Thrace creates new position in Technical Fabrics division

31st Jan 2017

Thrace Group, fabrics supplier for industrial applications, has created a new position of group development director for the Technical Fabrics division. The company has elevated Andreas Lake to this new position. Brian Sparks, formerly VP of Sales and Business Development, will replace Lake as the general manager of the Thrace LINQ organisation.

Courtesy: Kolon Industries
Kolon to construct Vietnamese tire cord fabrics plant

29th Nov 2016

South Korean company Kolon Industries is constructing a tire cord fabrics plant in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam at a cost of $600 million, which is expected to be commissioned in 2018. Kolon Industries picked Binh Duong, as the province has set a goal to attract investments in production of chemical fibres and industrial fabrics used in tires.

W. L. Gore unveils advanced fabric testing facility
W. L. Gore unveils advanced fabric testing facility

21st Nov 2016

W. L. Gore & Associates has set up advanced product testing facilities with the opening of new biophysics, heat and flame protection labs. The new facilities will help Gore to measure properties of component materials, Gore laminates and garments in new, expanded and relevant conditions, while also helping Gore’s ability to develop innovative fabrics.

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