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Insightfree26 Sept 2019

Apparel brand launches versatile polos

A new start-up company called Mantra has recently launched a new category of apparel dubbed EverywhereWear

RecycledKnittingDesign & Trends

Insightfree26 Sept 2019

Schoeller launches new biodegradable textiles

Textile solutions manufacturer Schoeller has recently unveiled its new PROEARTH collection of biodegradable textiles

SyntheticsFabricsDesign & Trends

News24 Sept 2019

Nanobionic announced finalist of NASA competition

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has selected 10 competition finalists to present their ideas on 7-8 October at the NASA iTech Forum in Las Cruces, New Mexico, US.

CoatingTechnical TextilesCompanies & Finance

Podcast24 Sept 2019

Ep. 3: Wear more, wash less with Accel Lifestyle

This week, WTiN speaks to Megan Eddings, CEO and founder of Accel Lifestyle, an activewear brand that launched in August this year

NaturalSyntheticsDesign & Trends

Insight23 Sept 2019

Combining wood fibres with spider silk

By using wood fibre and spider silk, researchers at Aalto University in Finland have developed a material that outperforms most of today’s synthetic and natural alternatives. Jessica Owen reports

FibresYarnsResearch & Development

Insight20 Sept 2019

How to place your baby in aeroplane mode

Petit Bateau, a French clothing retailer, has developed a fabric that can block out radio waves to protect babies. Jessica Owen reports

FibresYarnsDesign & Trends

Insight20 Sept 2019

Tommy Hilfiger and Polygiene collaborate on sports collection

The odour control specialist Polygiene has recently announced its partnership with designer lifestyle brand, Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp

FabricsApparelCompanies & Finance

Insight20 Sept 2019

Researchers show off smart pyjama

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, US, have developed a physiological sensing pyjama that has applications in healthcare

MedicalApparelResearch & Development

Insight19 Sept 2019

This running shoe gives your ankles a rest

The Japanese sports company Asics has recently launched a running shoe that increases comfort and reduces stress on the ankle

SportswearFootwearDesign & Trends

Newsfree19 Sept 2019

Smithers launches single brand identity

Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, information and compliance services, has announced the launch of a single brand identity, refreshed logo, new tagline, and a streamlined web presence at www.smithers.com.

NonwovensCompanies & Finance

News18 Sept 2019

Carbon nanotube fibres rewire damaged hearts

Scientists at Texas Heart Institute (THI) and Rice University have used biocompatible fibres made of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as electrical bridges to restore conductivity to damaged hearts.

FibresYarnsResearch & Development

Insight18 Sept 2019

Billabong introduces graphene wetsuits

The clothing retailer and well-known surf brand Billabong has launched a line of wetsuits made with graphene to keep users warmer. Jessica Owen reports

SyntheticsSpun/Man-madeDesign & Trends

Insight17 Sept 2019

Coats launches new integrated technology business

Coats, a leading industrial thread company, is launching a new technology business called Coats Digital. Jessica Owen reports

FibresYarnsCompanies & Finance

Insight17 Sept 2019

Researchers develop chameleon-inspired material

Researchers at Emory University in Atlanta, US, have developed a flexible smart skin that reacts to heat and sunlight

ApparelBuildingResearch & Development

Insight16 Sept 2019

Knitting start-ups to keep an eye on

The knitting industry is very well established and has been around for centuries, yet innovation persists and new products continue to emerge. Jessica Owen takes a look at five start-up companies to see what they have to offer

KnittingManufacturing Technology

Insight16 Sept 2019

New protective fabric unveiled for metal workers

Coats, a leading industrial thread company, has recently unveiled its new protective fabric called FlameProTM Splash Protect at the National Safety Council (NSC) Congress and Expo in San Diego, California, US

FibresFabricsCompanies & Finance

Insight16 Sept 2019

Home textiles can now benefit from far infrared technology

London Luxury, a home textiles company, has revealed an exclusive partnership with Nanobionic Group to introduce far infrared technology to its products

FibresYarnsManufacturing Technology

Insight16 Sept 2019

Why oyster shell textiles could be the next big trend

As the industry is on the lookout for alternative and more sustainable materials, Jessica Owen explores how oyster shells could play a part in this industry

NaturalSyntheticsResearch & Development

Insight13 Sept 2019

Innovation round-up: Smart textiles

In this video we take a look at some of the most interesting research and products that have been unveiled over the last month relating to smart textiles

Smart TextilesResearch & Development

Insight13 Sept 2019

Innovation round-up: Protective textiles

In the protective textiles space over the last month we have seen many new developments

ProtectiveWearable TechnologyResearch & Development

Insight13 Sept 2019

Innovation round-up: Performance textiles

Over the last month, there have been many new and interesting developments happening in the performance textiles sector

SportswearKnittingDesign & Trends

Insight12 Sept 2019

Smart materials made with graphene and mother-of-pearl

Researchers at the University of Southern California, US, are using 3D printed mother-of-pearl to create tough new smart materials

FibresProtectiveResearch & Development

Insight12 Sept 2019

US$1.5m programme to explore materials for the Canadian military

A new programme by Canada’s Department of National Defence is underway to propose new solutions to the challenges faced by the country’s military. Jessica Owen reports

FibresYarnsManufacturing Technology

Insight10 Sept 2019

Vin + Omi grasp the royal nettle

The fashion duo have created garments produced from the nettles grown at the Prince of Wales’ family home

NaturalApparelSustainability

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