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Lectra’s new intelligent Vector® iQ features Eclipse continuous cutting
Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials, has launched a smart new version of its best-selling fabric-cutting solution. Now, for the…
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From Wool Fabrics to Suits in Shop
A few years ago, the British artist Charlie Jeffery decorated the wall of a major woolen mill in the Biella textile cluster. The huge mural decoration shows drifting continents in various ages and…
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The Importance of Being Flexible and Reactive as Part of a Network
Tintoria Finissaggio Iride is located in the Biella area, in the heart of the Cervo valley, along a stream after which the area is named. In spite of its location, Iride is a…
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Textile Material from Recycle Processes
There is no doubt that it is essential to promote and support material recovery and recycle based production systems. The issues raised by a circular economy, that is gaining currency in Italy too…
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Natural Fibre for Babies
Tender care for babies’ skin aged 0 to 24 months. In Grinzane Cavour (Piedmont region, Italy) Filobio makes baby clothes, and conducts toxicity tests of natural fibre yarns used to…
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Coffee to… Wear
This is a story of textile, inspiration and… coffee. The story starts in Taiwan few years ago, when Jason Chen was with his wife Amy out enjoying a local performance. While…
Making the Cooling Effect of Textiles Measurable
In recent years there has been a steady increase in the demands made on the properties of function, sports and workwear textiles. In order to achieve a cooling effect, special textile constructions are…
Fabiana Filippi . Noble Fibres for Sophisticated Women
Fabiana Filippi is not just a name for knitwear but also a brand of jackets, overcoats, skirts, trousers, footwear and bags. A total look for women, created in the Umbria region with commitment…
Two new Direct to Garment printers
Ricoh continues to drive the opportunities and flexibility of its customers through the launch of two new RICOH Ri 3000 and Ri 6000 Direct to Garment (DTG) printers that enable print providers to…
Rieter acquires the SSM Textile Machinery Division from Schweiter
On June 30, 2017, Rieter acquired the SSM Textile Machinery Division (SSM) from Schweiter Technologies AG, Horgen (Switzerland).
