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17.01.2019

NEONYT: Durchbruch für die grüne Mode

Mit einem umfassenden Portfolio von 150 internationalen und nationalen Sustainable Fashion Brands aus 26 Ländern überzeugte die Neonyt Trade Fair als weltweit größte B2B-Veranstaltung für nachhaltige Mode. Neue Positionierung, neue Qualität, neue Strahlkraft – die erste Ausgabe der Neonyt begeisterte mit noch schärferem modischen Profil, tiefgründigen Inhalten und Community-Building.

„Wir haben die Neonyt als Must-see angekündigt. Und das war sie definitiv. Nicht nur was die Besucherfrequenz angeht. Besucher, Aussteller, Speaker und Partner – egal, mit wem wir gesprochen haben – alle waren begeistert. Vom Style und der Professionalität der Fashion Labels, von der Vielfalt und Tiefe der Themen und vom neuen Look der Neonyt. Das Konzept der Neonyt ging voll auf. Und das sogar global. Durch die sichtbare Partnerschaft mit dem United Nations Office for Partnerships und der ausgerufenen Conscious Fashion Campaign haben wir von Berlin in die Welt ausgestrahlt“, so Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles and Textile Technologies, Messe Frankfurt.

Mit einem umfassenden Portfolio von 150 internationalen und nationalen Sustainable Fashion Brands aus 26 Ländern überzeugte die Neonyt Trade Fair als weltweit größte B2B-Veranstaltung für nachhaltige Mode. Neue Positionierung, neue Qualität, neue Strahlkraft – die erste Ausgabe der Neonyt begeisterte mit noch schärferem modischen Profil, tiefgründigen Inhalten und Community-Building.

„Wir haben die Neonyt als Must-see angekündigt. Und das war sie definitiv. Nicht nur was die Besucherfrequenz angeht. Besucher, Aussteller, Speaker und Partner – egal, mit wem wir gesprochen haben – alle waren begeistert. Vom Style und der Professionalität der Fashion Labels, von der Vielfalt und Tiefe der Themen und vom neuen Look der Neonyt. Das Konzept der Neonyt ging voll auf. Und das sogar global. Durch die sichtbare Partnerschaft mit dem United Nations Office for Partnerships und der ausgerufenen Conscious Fashion Campaign haben wir von Berlin in die Welt ausgestrahlt“, so Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles and Textile Technologies, Messe Frankfurt.

Jede Menge Trends und Inspiration
Dass Nachhaltigkeit eines der zukunftsrelevantesten Themen der Branche ist, unterstreicht insbesondere die Vielzahl der konventionellen Einkäufer. „Als Mainstream-Retailer ist für uns Nachhaltigkeit ein Kernthema für 2019. Wir spüren das Interesse unserer Kunden und wollen in diesem Thema besser werden. Die Neonyt kann uns dabei helfen. Das deutlich jüngere Publikum und die Verbindung zu Tech machen aus Öko ein Innovationsthema“, so Marc Ramelow, Geschäftsführer Modehaus Ramelow. Auch Dr. Annette Hempel vom Modehaus Hempel bestätigt: „Mir fielen vor allem die gestiegene Frequenz konventioneller Einkäufer und das deutlich erweiterte modische Angebot auf“. Auch dem Urteil der Fashion-Community hielten die Kollektionen stand: „Ich bin begeistert davon, dass faire Marken immer mutiger werden und Sustainable Fashion nun auch sexy ist“, Lisa Banholzer, Blogger Bazaar.

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Neonyt Neonyt Trade Fair
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Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

UltraBond, the cost-effective solution for fully recyclable, latex-free, sustainable carpets (c) Beaulieu Fibres International
10.01.2019

Beaulieu Fibres International: Cost-effective solution for fully recyclable, latex-free, sustainable carpets

  • Latex-free: UltraBond allows 100% recyclable thermal bonded nonwovens
  • Sustainability & cost-efficiency: significant reductions in CO2 emissions and energy and water consumption for manufacturers of needlepunched exhibition & contract flooring
  • UltraBond debuts at Domotex 2019 Stand B56 Hall 11

Beaulieu Fibres International (BFI) unveils a unique opportunity for carpet manufacturers to create fully recyclable needlepunch carpets, and benefit from production and resource savings, without influencing performance.

Launched at Domotex 2019, new UltraBond is a patented polyolefin bonding staple fibre that eliminates the need for latex or other chemical binders to bind nonwovens. It opens up a new path for creating 100% polypropylene (PP) needlepunch carpets which meet the same performance requirements as traditional latex-bonded carpets while reducing the end-of-life environmental impact. Functional properties such as pilling resistance, resistance to wear and abrasion, and also UV resistance are guaranteed.

  • Latex-free: UltraBond allows 100% recyclable thermal bonded nonwovens
  • Sustainability & cost-efficiency: significant reductions in CO2 emissions and energy and water consumption for manufacturers of needlepunched exhibition & contract flooring
  • UltraBond debuts at Domotex 2019 Stand B56 Hall 11

Beaulieu Fibres International (BFI) unveils a unique opportunity for carpet manufacturers to create fully recyclable needlepunch carpets, and benefit from production and resource savings, without influencing performance.

Launched at Domotex 2019, new UltraBond is a patented polyolefin bonding staple fibre that eliminates the need for latex or other chemical binders to bind nonwovens. It opens up a new path for creating 100% polypropylene (PP) needlepunch carpets which meet the same performance requirements as traditional latex-bonded carpets while reducing the end-of-life environmental impact. Functional properties such as pilling resistance, resistance to wear and abrasion, and also UV resistance are guaranteed.

Using UltraBond manufacturers finally gain the potential to cost-efficiently produce 100% recyclable carpets. In addition to the general benefits of making recycled PP available for the plastics production chain and reduced waste generation, environmental advantages and financial savings arise from a total lack of water and less energy use. As a 100% dry process, thermal bonding uses no water and results in a total absence of waste water. There is also a reduction in the VOC level of the carpet. This all leads to a significant reduction in a needlepunch carpet’s ecological footprint.

The sustainability benefits are quantified through lifecycle analysis (LCA) of an exhibition carpet application – among the primary applications for needlepunch carpets. Evaluations show that the absence of water consumption directly translates into a large energy saving of 93% when using UltraBond compared to a latex bonding solution, and also a potential annual water saving of over 20 million litres for 100 million m2 of exhibition applications in the EU. Without the addition of any other bonding agent, CO2 emissions are reduced by 35% over the full production process.

Karena Cancilleri, Vice President Beaulieu Engineered Products, Beaulieu International Group, commented, “Recyclability and achieving a greener, more cost-effective production process without compromising on current performance levels are significant unsolved topics within today’s carpet industry. By eliminating the need for latex and chemical binders through UltraBond, we offer needlepunch manufacturers a breakthrough they have been looking for that boosts environmental and economic sustainability. We see textile flooring as just the beginning. Together with our customers, we look forward to exploring the potential of this unique thermal bonding fibre in other applications such as laminated nonwovens or as an alternative to dry powders.”

Discover more about UltraBond from the Beaulieu Fibres International team at Stand B56 Hall 11, Domotex 2019 in Hannover, Germany from January 11-14, 2019.

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Beaulieu Fibres International
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EMG

04.01.2019

NEONYT: Facettenreiches und hochkarätiges Rahmenprogramm

Der globale Hub für Mode, Nachhaltigkeit und Innovation – diesem Anspruch will Neonyt vom 15. bis 17. Januar gerecht werden. Die Neonyt Trade Fair wird deshalb flankiert von einem breiten Rahmenprogramm. Dabei wird die nachhaltige Transformation der Modebranche entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven beleuchtet.

Der globale Hub für Mode, Nachhaltigkeit und Innovation – diesem Anspruch will Neonyt vom 15. bis 17. Januar gerecht werden. Die Neonyt Trade Fair wird deshalb flankiert von einem breiten Rahmenprogramm. Dabei wird die nachhaltige Transformation der Modebranche entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven beleuchtet.

Vier Bühnen, drei Tage, zwei Konferenzformate, ein Ziel: den Paradigmenwechsel in der Fashionindustrie hin zu einer faireren und ressourcenschonenderen Zukunft voranzutreiben. „Der aktuelle Bewusstseinswandel“, sagt Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles und Textile Technologies der Messe Frankfurt, „findet nicht im luftleeren Raum statt. Er kommt nicht aus dem Nichts, sondern ist vielmehr das Resultat von Diskurs und Diskussionen, von Kompetition und Kollaboration. Das Ziel der Messe Frankfurt als Global Player der Modeund Textilbranche ist es, diesen Changeprozess zu begleiten und ihm eine Bühne zu geben. Deshalb erweitern wir die Modemesse Neonyt konsequent um ein noch breitgefächerteres Rahmen- und Konferenzprogramm, dessen Inhalte sich teilweise aus unserem globalen Texpertise Network generieren und ihrerseits wiederum in dieses abstrahlen werden.“ Die erstmals stattfindende Neonyt ist die Synthese der beiden Erfolgsformate Greenshowroom und Ethical Fashion Show Berlin und tritt vom 15. bis 17. Januar 2019 im Rahmen der Berlin Fashion Week im Kraftwerk an, diese fortzuschreiben.

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Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

(c) TRSA
04.01.2019

HCSC - Linen Services of Baltimore Earns Hygienically Clean Healthcare Certification

Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing

Healthcare laundry and linen provider Hospital Central Services (HCSC) has earned the Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification for its Baltimore plant, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing

Healthcare laundry and linen provider Hospital Central Services (HCSC) has earned the Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification for its Baltimore plant, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

  • Employees are properly trained and protected
  • Managers understand regulatory requirements
  • OSHA-compliant
  • Physical plant operates effectively

To achieve certification initially, laundries pass three rounds of outcome-based microbial testing, indicating that their processes are producing Hygienically Clean Healthcare textiles and diminished presence of yeast, mold and harmful bacteria. They also must pass a facility inspection. To maintain their certification, they must pass quarterly testing to ensure that as laundry conditions change, such as water quality, textile fabric composition and wash chemistry, laundered product quality is consistently maintained. Re-inspection occurs every two to three years.

 

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Hygienically Clean Healthcare
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TRSA

03.01.2019

OEKO-TEX® Neuregelungen 2019

OEKO-TEX® deckt die neue „REACH Anhang XVII CMR Gesetzgebung“ bereits ab

Im STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® und LEATHER STANDARD by OEKO-TEX® wurden unter anderem die Substanz Benzol sowie vier Amin-Salze neu aufgenommen und mit Grenzwerten belegt. Auch die Substanz Quinolin, welche seit 2018 bereits unter Beobachtung von OEKO-TEX® stand, ist nun mit einem Grenzwert reglementiert. Im Zuge der „Vereinheitlichung“ der Grenzwertanforderungen gilt jetzt für nahezu alle Grenzwerte die Anforderung „<“.

Die Strategie von OEKO-TEX® besteht schon seit über 25 Jahren darin, nicht auf Gesetzgebungen zu warten, sondern im Sinne des Verbraucherschutzes proaktiv als Vorreiter tätig zu sein. Durch die Umsetzung der oben erwähnten Aktualisierungen deckt der STANDARD 100 und LEATHER STANDARD bereits jetzt die Anforderungen der neuen „REACH Anhang XVII CMR Gesetzgebung“ (Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/1513) ab. Die Gesetzgebung wird für die darin behandelten 33 CMR Substanzen dagegen erst ab dem 01. November 2020 für Produkte verpflichtend. OEKO-TEX® ist also weit voraus und deckt darüber hinaus viele weitere Parameter im Sinne des Verbraucherschutzes ab.

OEKO-TEX® deckt die neue „REACH Anhang XVII CMR Gesetzgebung“ bereits ab

Im STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® und LEATHER STANDARD by OEKO-TEX® wurden unter anderem die Substanz Benzol sowie vier Amin-Salze neu aufgenommen und mit Grenzwerten belegt. Auch die Substanz Quinolin, welche seit 2018 bereits unter Beobachtung von OEKO-TEX® stand, ist nun mit einem Grenzwert reglementiert. Im Zuge der „Vereinheitlichung“ der Grenzwertanforderungen gilt jetzt für nahezu alle Grenzwerte die Anforderung „<“.

Die Strategie von OEKO-TEX® besteht schon seit über 25 Jahren darin, nicht auf Gesetzgebungen zu warten, sondern im Sinne des Verbraucherschutzes proaktiv als Vorreiter tätig zu sein. Durch die Umsetzung der oben erwähnten Aktualisierungen deckt der STANDARD 100 und LEATHER STANDARD bereits jetzt die Anforderungen der neuen „REACH Anhang XVII CMR Gesetzgebung“ (Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/1513) ab. Die Gesetzgebung wird für die darin behandelten 33 CMR Substanzen dagegen erst ab dem 01. November 2020 für Produkte verpflichtend. OEKO-TEX® ist also weit voraus und deckt darüber hinaus viele weitere Parameter im Sinne des Verbraucherschutzes ab.

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Oeko-Tex OEKO-TEX®
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OEKO-TEX® Gemeinschaft

Die Aufbereitung von Kunststoffen, das sogenannte Compoundieren, ist zentraler Schritt bei der Kunststoffproduktion, so auch beim Recycling. (c) KUZ
Die Aufbereitung von Kunststoffen, das sogenannte Compoundieren, ist zentraler Schritt bei der Kunststoffproduktion, so auch beim Recycling.
20.12.2018

Kreislaufwirtschaft mit Kunststoffen: Forscher der Zuse-Gemeinschaft liefern Lösungen

Am 1. Januar 2019 tritt das Verpackungsgesetz mit seinen steigenden Anforderungen an das Recyceln von Kunststoff-Verpackungen in Kraft. Wie lässt sich die Wiederverwertung von Kunststoffen ausweiten und weiter verbessern? Antworten darauf haben Forschungsinstitute der Zuse-Gemeinschaft. Expertise in Sachen Kunststoffe ist in zahlreichen der bundesweit mehr als 70 Institute stark vertreten.

Am 1. Januar 2019 tritt das Verpackungsgesetz mit seinen steigenden Anforderungen an das Recyceln von Kunststoff-Verpackungen in Kraft. Wie lässt sich die Wiederverwertung von Kunststoffen ausweiten und weiter verbessern? Antworten darauf haben Forschungsinstitute der Zuse-Gemeinschaft. Expertise in Sachen Kunststoffe ist in zahlreichen der bundesweit mehr als 70 Institute stark vertreten.

Kunststoffe lassen sich am besten wiederverwerten, wenn sie nicht nur sortenrein getrennt zur Verfügung stehen, sondern sich auch in ihren Ausgangsstoffen gleichen. Allerdings geben Unternehmen ungern die sensiblen Daten ihrer Rezepturen preis. Hier setzt ein Projekt des Kunststoff-Zentrums SKZ an. Ohne die einzelnen Zutaten der Kunststoffe zu kennen, erfassen die Würzburger Wissenschaftler in einem neuen, von der EU geförderten Kooperationsprojekt, wichtige Messgrößen bei der Produktion wie Temperatur, Druck und Fließeigenschaften des Materials, die mittels digitaler Technologien für die Wiederverwertung bereitgestellt werden. „Wir entwickeln einen digitalen Werkzeugkasten, so dass die einzelnen, in der Neuware verwendeten Inhaltsstoffe nicht unbedingt bekannt sein müssen, um später ein hochwertiges Recycling-Produkt herzustellen“, erläutert Dr. Hermann Achenbach vom Geschäftsfeld Nachhaltigkeit des SKZ. So kann Recycling künftig schon verstärkt beginnen, bevor das Produkt aus Neuware überhaupt vermarktet ist. Das SKZ-Projekt zielt nämlich vor allem auf Reste aus der Produktion und gewerbliche Abfälle.

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Zuse-Gemeinschaft

PREMIUM and ECOALF are taking steps towards sustainability. (c) Premium Group
Javier Goyeneche, President and Founder of ECOALF.
17.12.2018

PREMIUM and ECOALF are taking steps towards sustainability

  • STOP TALKING. START ACTING.
  • Climate change is real. And so is the responsibility of every human being to help in reducing waste.

We no longer want to talk about sustainability, we want to act. For January, PREMIUM is partnering with Spanish fashion label and sustainable clothing pioneer ECOALF. The brand will present its lifelong mission and latest collection in a dedicated space as well as an art installation together with conceptual artist Juan Garaizabal.

"2019 is all about digital first and an active debate about social and environmental issues. Transparency and sustainability are key words. By reducing plastic waste on all our shows, teaming up with ECOALF and giving this wonderful brand dedicated space and time for spreading their message, we are taking steps into right direction. Every little action counts. We should talk about the things we do more instead of talking about what we are not doing. We all need to wake up. Now.” – Anita Tillmann, CEO PREMIUM Group

  • STOP TALKING. START ACTING.
  • Climate change is real. And so is the responsibility of every human being to help in reducing waste.

We no longer want to talk about sustainability, we want to act. For January, PREMIUM is partnering with Spanish fashion label and sustainable clothing pioneer ECOALF. The brand will present its lifelong mission and latest collection in a dedicated space as well as an art installation together with conceptual artist Juan Garaizabal.

"2019 is all about digital first and an active debate about social and environmental issues. Transparency and sustainability are key words. By reducing plastic waste on all our shows, teaming up with ECOALF and giving this wonderful brand dedicated space and time for spreading their message, we are taking steps into right direction. Every little action counts. We should talk about the things we do more instead of talking about what we are not doing. We all need to wake up. Now.” – Anita Tillmann, CEO PREMIUM Group

ECOALF creates high-quality garments using recycled materials collected from the bottom of our oceans. Commitment, sustainability and innovation are at the core of everything the company does, resulting in both conscious and stylish urban, adventure, knitwear and activewear pieces.   
 
“I love collaborating with people that also believe we have the opportunity to change the world for the better. It’s no longer about what you do, but how you do it. It is important to stand up for what you believe in, because fashion cannot just be about looking good.” – Javier Goyeneche, President and Founder of ECOALF. 

On Wednesday, January 16th, at 10am and 2pm, Goyeneche will present his brand’s values, philosophy and way of working on the experience floor of SHOW&ORDER X PREMIUM at Kühlhaus, right next to the STATION area. Show visitors, media and other exhibitors are invited to listen, learn and discuss.   
 
The art piece in partnership with Garaizabal unveiled at PREMIUM on January 15th is filled with waste to portray our everyday reality, and purposefully interactive so that visitors can throw their own trash inside the installation. The aim is to educate about correct waste disposal and show that every individual’s decision matters: Stop, Think, Act.

(c) GB Network Marketing & Communication
07.12.2018

BERTO in collaboration with BLACKHORSE LANE, EVEREST and MARCHI & FILDI presents “PIANETA”, its NEW CIRCULAR DENIM

After the second day of Denim by Premiere Vision, ECO - Collaboration between companies of the EUROPEAN DENIM VALUE CHAIN was celebrated. In order to celebrate this Premium-SUSTAINABLE DENIM FABRIC, Berto teamed up with:

  • BLACKHORSE LANE, maker and seller of ready-to-wear selvedge & organic raw denim jeans in London, with a focus on sustainability, community and unmatched quality;
  • EVEREST, Italian company which offers an innovative sustainable range of textile treatments for the fashion industry;
  • MARCHI&FILDI, spinning group located in North-Italy focused on innovation and sustainability, producer of the ECOTEC® yarns, with huge reductions on environmental impact; up to 78% in water, 56% in CO2 emissions and energy consumption. The same technology is used to produce yarns for Berto.

These companies collaborated on this exclusive project where the yarn is made through ECOTEC® System by MARCHI&FILDI, the fabric is made by BERTO, the garments are designed and made by BLACKHORSE LANE and finally washed by EVEREST.

 

After the second day of Denim by Premiere Vision, ECO - Collaboration between companies of the EUROPEAN DENIM VALUE CHAIN was celebrated. In order to celebrate this Premium-SUSTAINABLE DENIM FABRIC, Berto teamed up with:

  • BLACKHORSE LANE, maker and seller of ready-to-wear selvedge & organic raw denim jeans in London, with a focus on sustainability, community and unmatched quality;
  • EVEREST, Italian company which offers an innovative sustainable range of textile treatments for the fashion industry;
  • MARCHI&FILDI, spinning group located in North-Italy focused on innovation and sustainability, producer of the ECOTEC® yarns, with huge reductions on environmental impact; up to 78% in water, 56% in CO2 emissions and energy consumption. The same technology is used to produce yarns for Berto.

These companies collaborated on this exclusive project where the yarn is made through ECOTEC® System by MARCHI&FILDI, the fabric is made by BERTO, the garments are designed and made by BLACKHORSE LANE and finally washed by EVEREST.

 

Source:

GB Network Marketing & Communication

(c) Archroma
06.12.2018

Absolute Denim to become first denim manufacturer to convert 100% of its production to ground-breaking Aniline-free* indigo solution by Archroma

Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announced that Thailand-based Absolute Denim will be the first denim manufacturer to switch 100% of its production to aniline-free* indigo dyeing.

Absolute Denim is a Thailand-based denim manufacturer producing high quality denim with a focus on eco-friendlier materials and processes. The company can produce up to 2 million meters of denim per month (that's approximately 1.5 million pairs of jeans!), for customers that include some of the biggest brands and retailers in the world.

Archroma’s Denisol® Pure Indigo 30 liquid dye was first launched in May 2018 as a non-toxic way to produce the traditional, iconic indigo blue that consumers associate with denim and jeans.

Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announced that Thailand-based Absolute Denim will be the first denim manufacturer to switch 100% of its production to aniline-free* indigo dyeing.

Absolute Denim is a Thailand-based denim manufacturer producing high quality denim with a focus on eco-friendlier materials and processes. The company can produce up to 2 million meters of denim per month (that's approximately 1.5 million pairs of jeans!), for customers that include some of the biggest brands and retailers in the world.

Archroma’s Denisol® Pure Indigo 30 liquid dye was first launched in May 2018 as a non-toxic way to produce the traditional, iconic indigo blue that consumers associate with denim and jeans.

During production, some of the aniline stays locked into the indigo pigment and is difficult to wash off the fabric. The remainder of the aniline impurity, approximately 300 metric tons annually, is discharged during dyeing. This can be an issue as aniline is toxic to aquatic life. In addition, exposure levels to factory workers can be high. As a result of its toxicity (more hazardous than alkylphenols) it is now starting to feature on the restricted substance lists (RSL) of some major clothing brands and retailers.

The new Denisol® Pure Indigo 30 liq was therefore developed as an aniline-free* indigo solution for designers, manufacturers and brand owners who long for authentic indigo inspiration.

Archroma tested Denisol® Pure Indigo at Absolute Denim mill in Thailand. Archroma wanted to be sure that the new indigo dye would perform exactly the same as conventional indigo.

James Carnahan, Head of Sustainability at Archroma, comments: “At Archroma we continuously challenge the status quo in the deep belief that we can make our industry sustainable - but we cannot do it alone. Without forward-thinking manufacturers such as Absolute Denim to consciously adopt these eco-advanced innovations in their daily production, like our aniline-free* Denisol® Pure Indigo, we will not be able to move this industry forward on our resource-constrained world we live in. As consumers are increasingly aware of, and concerned about, climate change and ecological threats, this is not only the right thing to do - it is also good for business.”

“Deep down inside most of us want the world to be a better place for our loved ones and for future generations,” insists Vichai Phromvanich, Board Member, Absolute Denim, “starting with how we live, what we eat, what we wear, still trying to be cool, fashionable, still trying to be environmentally conscious. Archroma’s aniline free indigo project is therefore something we as a new generation manufacturer have supported from the beginning, by opening our doors for tests in the project phase, and now by sending out our articles to many of our customers. For us, after all, a nice pair of jeans looks even nicer without aniline!”

* Below limits of detection

(c) Chomarat
05.12.2018

CHOMARAT obtains certification for environmental & energy management with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001

CHOMARAT, the specialist in composite & construction reinforcements and coated fabrics, has demonstrated the Group’s determination to pursue a sustainable process by earning environmental management (ISO 14001) and energy management (ISO 50001) certification for its French sites. “By obtaining both ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certification, CHOMARAT now has a tested and standardized framework for developing an effective, sustainable environmental and energy management strategy,” says CHOMARAT Environment and Energy Manager Laurent VÉRITÉ.

CHOMARAT, the specialist in composite & construction reinforcements and coated fabrics, has demonstrated the Group’s determination to pursue a sustainable process by earning environmental management (ISO 14001) and energy management (ISO 50001) certification for its French sites. “By obtaining both ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certification, CHOMARAT now has a tested and standardized framework for developing an effective, sustainable environmental and energy management strategy,” says CHOMARAT Environment and Energy Manager Laurent VÉRITÉ.

Minimizing environmental impacts & optimizing energy use
ISO 50001 certification is validation of efficient energy management, with the bonus of lower energy consumption and the tools needed to address a warming climate. ISO 14001 certification is based on standards and requirements, and it constitutes an international benchmark for environmental management systems. “CHOMARAT is committed to a responsible and sustainable process for all of its activities in France. With ISO 14001 certification, the Group is incorporating environmental requirements into its management and production systems,” explains CHOMARAT France CEO Raphaël LAURENT.

Pursuing a long-term strategy
This twofold certification is in keeping with CHOMARAT’s long-term vision. “Our strategy is implemented through new investments and international development. But the Group is also actively involved in sustainable development and a sustainable innovation initiative,” explains Raphaël LAURENT. Measures that have been implemented include reducing the noise level, preventing pollution risks and improving waste management. Fluorescent lighting has been replaced by LEDs; new, more energy-efficient equipment has been installed; and the heating and air-conditioning ductwork has been insulated to reduce fuel-oil consumption.
“It is thanks to the combined efforts of all CHOMARAT’s teams that we were able to obtain these two certifications. For us, this is our first milestone towards a sustainable economy,” concludes Laurent VÉRITÉ.

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CHOMARAT
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Agence APOCOPE

DIZAIND definiert innovative und nachhaltige Mode mit maßgeschneiderten Ledertaschen neu (c) DIZAIND
Maßgeschneiderte DIZAIND Handtasche Julia
26.11.2018

DIZAIND definiert innovative und nachhaltige Mode mit maßgeschneiderten Ledertaschen neu

Die Schweizer Modemarke DIZAIND verwandelt ihre Ledertaschen-Kollektion „Capsule“ in ein virtuelles Designstudio, das Abfälle in der Modebranche vermeiden soll.

Zürich/Schweiz – DIZAIND, ein Schweizer Hersteller maßgefertigter Taschen mit Sitz in Zürich, ist entschlossen, die Modebranche zu innovieren. In diesem Monat brachte das Unternehmen seine Kollektion „Capsule“ auf den Markt – ein virtuelles Designstudio, das 3D-Technologie und traditionelle italienische Handwerkskunst kombiniert, um maßgeschneiderte Ledertaschen anzubieten.

„Durch den Kauf einer handgefertigten Tasche von DIZAIND erwirbt man nicht nur eine persönlich gefertigte, hochwertige italienische Ledertasche, sondern unterstützt auch die traditionelle Handwerkskunst anstatt die Akteure der Fast-Fashion-Branche“, sagte Santare Slavinskas, Mitbegründer und Creative Director von DIZAIND.

Die Schweizer Modemarke DIZAIND verwandelt ihre Ledertaschen-Kollektion „Capsule“ in ein virtuelles Designstudio, das Abfälle in der Modebranche vermeiden soll.

Zürich/Schweiz – DIZAIND, ein Schweizer Hersteller maßgefertigter Taschen mit Sitz in Zürich, ist entschlossen, die Modebranche zu innovieren. In diesem Monat brachte das Unternehmen seine Kollektion „Capsule“ auf den Markt – ein virtuelles Designstudio, das 3D-Technologie und traditionelle italienische Handwerkskunst kombiniert, um maßgeschneiderte Ledertaschen anzubieten.

„Durch den Kauf einer handgefertigten Tasche von DIZAIND erwirbt man nicht nur eine persönlich gefertigte, hochwertige italienische Ledertasche, sondern unterstützt auch die traditionelle Handwerkskunst anstatt die Akteure der Fast-Fashion-Branche“, sagte Santare Slavinskas, Mitbegründer und Creative Director von DIZAIND.

Aufgrund der sich schnell ändernden Trends trägt die Modebranche ebenfalls die Verantwortung für einen Teil der Ausbeutung von Mensch und Umwelt. DIZAIND bietet eine Möglichkeit, Abfälle zu reduzieren, indem das Unternehmen die Bestellungen seiner Kunden an erfahrene Handwerker in einem kleinen Atelier in Italien weiterleitet, die die maßgefertigten Taschen mit hochwertigsten Materialien anfertigen. DIZAIND verwendet nur die besten Vollnarben- und luxuriösesten italienischen Nappaledersorten. Durch die Schaffung zeitloser Mode, die sich persönlich anfühlt und an zukünftige Generationen weitergegeben werden kann, eliminiert die nachhaltige Modemarke Abfälle und verhindert den schnellen Austausch von Produkten aufgrund sich schnell ändernder Trends. Auf jede handgefertigte Tasche gibt es eine lebenslange Garantie.

Die Ledertaschen-Kollektion „Capsule“ von DIZAIND zeigt den Kunden, dass handgefertigte Taschen modern und farbenreich sein können. Das Modeunternehmen bietet für seine italienischen Ledersorten eine große Auswahl an Farben – mehr als 60 – sowie moderne Designs, die normalerweise nicht für handgefertigte Taschen angeboten werden. Kunden werden dazu inspiriert, bei der Gestaltung ihrer perfekten Ledertasche mutig zu sein.

„Es herrscht immer noch die Vorstellung, dass eine Ledertasche, die von Kunsthandwerkern hergestellt wird, altmodisch aussieht und aus dickem braunem Leder besteht oder eine andere langweilige Farbe besitzt“, sagte Santare. „Unsere zweite Capsule-Kollektion wurde eingeführt, um zu zeigen, wie falsch diese Wahrnehmung ist, und dass moderne und farbenfrohe Taschendesigns auf traditionelle Weise von Hand gefertigt werden können.“

DIZAIND fertigt die Taschen auf Anfrage. Kunden, die eine individuellere Option wünschen, können die 3D-Software des Unternehmens verwenden, um ihre Traumtasche auf einfache Weise online zu erstellen. Sie können aus sieben Grundmodellen wählen: Handtasche, Clutch, Tragetasche, Rucksack, Umhängetasche, Reise- und Sporttasche. Mit zahlreichen Individualisierungsmöglichkeiten wie individuellen Schultergurtlängen, schönen Lederquastendesigns und verschiedenen Reißverschlussoptionen zelebriert DIZAIND die Einzigartigkeit des Stils einer jeder Person. Darüber hinaus können Kunden ihre Artikel monogrammieren lassen. Die neue Ledertaschen-Kollektion „Capsule“ bietet den Kunden mehr als 1 Million Möglichkeiten, ihre Tasche anzupassen.

Die Zoom-Funktion und die 360-Grad-Ansicht von DIZAIND erfassen alle Details und Nuancen des personalisierten Accessoires. So können die Kunden eine genaue Vorstellung davon erhalten, wie die Tasche aussehen wird. Zudem können sie alle Funktionen der Tasche sehen. Wenn Sie sich von der Besonderheit von DIZAIND überzeugen wollen und erfahren möchten, wie das neue 3D-Designstudio der Capsule-Kollektion funktioniert, besuchen Sie: www.dizaindbags.com

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Pistol Star Group GmbH

Lenzing AG and Partners Win Austrian State Prize 2018 for Smart Packaging (c) BMDW/Silveri
(from left to right) Head of the Department DDr. Reinhard Mang, Tanja Dietrich-Huebner (Rewe), Susanne Meininger (Verpackungszentrum), Marina Crnoja-Cosic (Lenzing AG), Malte Stackebrandt (Coop), General Secretary Dipl-Ing. Esterl.
23.11.2018

Lenzing AG and Partners Win Austrian State Prize 2018 for Smart Packaging

  • The Packnatur® reusable cellulose bag wins State Prize in the B2C category
  • Bags are made from wood-based fibers of Lenzing AG, which are biodegradeable
  • Bags were developed together with VPZ Verpackungszentrum GmbH and are utilized by Coop and REWE for fruits and vegetables


Lenzing/ Vienna – Lenzing AG was granted the Austrian State Prize 2018 for Smart Packaging this year together with its partners. The Federal Ministry of Digital and Economic Affairs and the Federal Ministry of Sustainability and Tourism bestowed the Austrian State Prize this week in the B2C category on the Packnatur® reusable wood-based bag. This reusable bag is made with fibers produced by Lenzing AG and was developed by Lenzing and its partner VPZ Verpackungszentrum GmbH. The bags are utilized in the supermarkets of the Swiss food retailer Coop and the Austrian firm REWE International AG.

  • The Packnatur® reusable cellulose bag wins State Prize in the B2C category
  • Bags are made from wood-based fibers of Lenzing AG, which are biodegradeable
  • Bags were developed together with VPZ Verpackungszentrum GmbH and are utilized by Coop and REWE for fruits and vegetables


Lenzing/ Vienna – Lenzing AG was granted the Austrian State Prize 2018 for Smart Packaging this year together with its partners. The Federal Ministry of Digital and Economic Affairs and the Federal Ministry of Sustainability and Tourism bestowed the Austrian State Prize this week in the B2C category on the Packnatur® reusable wood-based bag. This reusable bag is made with fibers produced by Lenzing AG and was developed by Lenzing and its partner VPZ Verpackungszentrum GmbH. The bags are utilized in the supermarkets of the Swiss food retailer Coop and the Austrian firm REWE International AG.

The Packnatur® reusable cellulose bag is particularly suited for the packaging of fruit and vegetables and serves as an ideal replacement for plastic bags. The jury provided the following reasons to justify the selection of the winner: The Packnatur® reusable cellulose bag comprises a long-lasting, reusable packaging solution made of a renewable raw material but not at the expense of food. It has very pleasant haptics and supports longer shelf life of food.

LENZING™ fibers are made from the natural and renewable raw material wood. For this reason, they are biodegradable. Moreover, they pollute neither rivers nor seas with microparticles washed out in the process of washing.

The Austrian State Prize for Smart Packaging was granted on the occasion of the 3rd Austrian Packaging Day. This year for the 58th time, the objective of this award is to highlight modern packaging solutions and excellent projects as best practice examples and thus put the national packaging industry in the international limelight.

Fast Concept - Paper leather jacket, by Prof Kay Politowicz and Dr Kate Goldsworthy UAL (c) RISE AB
Fast Concept - Paper leather jacket, by Prof Kay Politowicz and Dr Kate Goldsworthy UAL
23.11.2018

New research pushing the limits for ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ fashion towards a sustainable, circular future

  • conceptual and commercial garments presented at exhibition in London

After two years of research Mistra Future Fashion is honoured to present, in collaboration with Centre for Circular Design at University of the Arts London and Filippa K, an exhibition pushing the limits of ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ fashion. Started in 2017, the industry-embedded project Circular Design Speeds takes a unique systemic approach, showcasing what could be accomplished using existing value chains as well as what the future of sustainable fashion holds. Ground-breaking textile research from University of the Arts London is questioning normative use and design of garments in creating prototypes to be worn across a spectrum of 24 hours to 50 years. By implementing research into existing value chains, Filippa K have produced a coat that is 100% recycled and recyclable, as well as a concept dress that is 100% bio-based and biodegradable. The research results and garments will be presented at the launch event at the University of the Arts London, on November 23rd and open to public on the 24th and 25th of November.

  • conceptual and commercial garments presented at exhibition in London

After two years of research Mistra Future Fashion is honoured to present, in collaboration with Centre for Circular Design at University of the Arts London and Filippa K, an exhibition pushing the limits of ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ fashion. Started in 2017, the industry-embedded project Circular Design Speeds takes a unique systemic approach, showcasing what could be accomplished using existing value chains as well as what the future of sustainable fashion holds. Ground-breaking textile research from University of the Arts London is questioning normative use and design of garments in creating prototypes to be worn across a spectrum of 24 hours to 50 years. By implementing research into existing value chains, Filippa K have produced a coat that is 100% recycled and recyclable, as well as a concept dress that is 100% bio-based and biodegradable. The research results and garments will be presented at the launch event at the University of the Arts London, on November 23rd and open to public on the 24th and 25th of November.

On Friday November 23rd the exhibition Disrupting Patterns: Designing for Circular Speeds opens up at University of the Arts London. The exhibition is the results of a two-year research project called Circular Design Speeds aiming at pushing the limits of ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ fashion by testing new concepts for sustainable design in an industry setting. On display are exploratory prototypes, as well as commercial garments produced by industry partner Filippa K using existing value chains. In addition, research results on innovative materials, consumer acceptance, composting studies and Life Cycle Assessments are presented. The aim of this project is to implement research results in a real fashion industry context, focusing on speed of use and maximising fabric value retention in products.

The Service Shirt developed by Professor Rebecca Earley is designed to last for over 50 years. The concept garment explores the multiple complexities, challenges and opportunities associated with design for circular business models in extended use contexts. The Service Shirt was designed as a ‘deliberate extreme’ to have a total lifecycle of 50 years. This lifecycle includes in-house and external remanufacturing processes, as well as various use cycles – often moving between single ownership and rental and sharing contexts. It becomes the lining for a jacket and then crafted in to fashion accessories, before finally being chemically regenerated in the year 2068.

On the opposite side of the spectrum the Fast-Forward concept, developed by Prof Kay Politowicz and Dr Kate Goldsworthy, explores alternative modes of production and use for a sustainable ‘fast-fashion’ application. Advantages with regards to climate impact are enabled through lighter material choices, nonwoven fabric production, no launder, clear routes to recovery and redistributed manufacturing systems. A sliding scale of ‘speed’ from ultra-fast forward through to a more widely accepted length of use, with adaptations to production processes and end of life, is presented. The prototypes are made from a new bio-based nonwoven material co-developed with Dr Hjalmar Granberg at RISE Research Institute of Sweden & University of the Arts London. The composition of the paper is a mix of cellulose pulp and bio-based PLA fibre, making the garment 100% biodegradable or recyclable in existing paper recycling systems.

Working closely with industry partner Filippa K made commercial testing possible. By implementing research into existing value chains, Filippa K was able to produce a coat that is 100% recycled and recyclable, as well as a concept dress that is 100% bio-based and biodegradable. The garments are a part of Filippa K’s Front Runner series and will be available in selected stores on November 26th. With a focus on products’ length of use and maximizing fabric value retention, Filippa K are dedicated to becoming fully circular by 2030.

“Being part of the fashion industry comes with many challenges, especially when considering the fact that we are the second most polluting industry after oil. Our industry needs to change and we believe adapting to circular models, like nature’s ecosystem, is one important solution. We want to be able to offer beautiful clothing and to make business within the planetary boundaries.”
- Elin Larsson, Sustainability Director, Filippa K

To validate the design research presented, a Life Cycle Assessment was performed on the prototypes. Mistra Future Fashion affiliated Dr. Greg Peters, Chalmers University of Technology, together with additional LCA Researchers at RISE, conclude that the production of fibres and fabrics are the main processes impacting the environment during the garment life cycles. Therefore, to extend the lifetime of existing garments and design for re-use, as done in the Service Shirt, is indeed the superior alternative compared to a reference garment.

“Compared with garments of the same mass, the extended life garments represent a large improvement in environmental performance over the reference garments, outperforming the reference garments in all effect categories. This superiority is primarily a consequence of avoiding garment production via reprinting and reassembly of the initial garment to extend its useful life.”
- Dr Greg Peters, LCA Researcher at Chalmers University of Technology

Another way to circumvent the impacts of fast fashion is to develop materials with considerably lower impacts during production, and which also avoid the barriers to recycling faced by conventional garments. Instead of hinder consumers from buying new, the act of acquiring a new garment could in fact be sustainable. The paper-based short life garments considered in this assessment show considerable impact savings when compare to the benchmark garment. Dr. Peters says,

“The paper-based garments benefit from the lower impacts of the material (fibre production, spinning and knitting) compared with conventional cotton, from their relatively light weight and also on account of the lower impacts in garment production and use.”

ThermoBall Jacke von The North Face wird öko (c) The North Face
21.11.2018

Innovation durch Recycling: ThermoBall Jacke von The North Face wird öko

  • The North Face fertigt eine der größten Produktserien der Marke ab sofort aus recycelten Materialien

Überarbeiten, wiederverwerten, weiterentwickeln: The North Face ist stets auf der Suche nach innovativen und cleveren Möglichkeiten, wie bewährte Produkte nachhaltiger gemacht werden können. Neuestes Beispiel ist ThermoBall Eco. Ab November 2018 wird eine der größten Produktserien der US-Amerikaner bei Händlern und über die Website der Marke wieder erhältlich sein. Einziger Unterschied: Die gleiche Jacke hinterlässt nun einen deutlich kleineren ökologischen Fußabdruck – dank recycelter Materialien.

Herstellung und Verarbeitung von Materialien machen ungefähr 60 bis 85 Prozent der Umweltauswirkungen von Konsumgütern aus – nicht der Versand zum Kunden, der bei The North Face klimaneutral erfolgt, oder der Einsatz der Produkte, sondern die Fertigung selbst. Deshalb ist The North Face bei seinen größten Kollektionen auf recycelte Materialien umgestiegen. Im Fall Thermoball Eco werden Fasern und Stoffe von nun an aus recycelten Plastikflaschen hergestellt – ein wichtiger Schritt in Richtung Nachhaltigkeit.

  • The North Face fertigt eine der größten Produktserien der Marke ab sofort aus recycelten Materialien

Überarbeiten, wiederverwerten, weiterentwickeln: The North Face ist stets auf der Suche nach innovativen und cleveren Möglichkeiten, wie bewährte Produkte nachhaltiger gemacht werden können. Neuestes Beispiel ist ThermoBall Eco. Ab November 2018 wird eine der größten Produktserien der US-Amerikaner bei Händlern und über die Website der Marke wieder erhältlich sein. Einziger Unterschied: Die gleiche Jacke hinterlässt nun einen deutlich kleineren ökologischen Fußabdruck – dank recycelter Materialien.

Herstellung und Verarbeitung von Materialien machen ungefähr 60 bis 85 Prozent der Umweltauswirkungen von Konsumgütern aus – nicht der Versand zum Kunden, der bei The North Face klimaneutral erfolgt, oder der Einsatz der Produkte, sondern die Fertigung selbst. Deshalb ist The North Face bei seinen größten Kollektionen auf recycelte Materialien umgestiegen. Im Fall Thermoball Eco werden Fasern und Stoffe von nun an aus recycelten Plastikflaschen hergestellt – ein wichtiger Schritt in Richtung Nachhaltigkeit.

Die neue ThermoBall Eco ist dieselbe und leichte Daunenalternative, die viele Tests, Auszeichnungen und eine große Fangemeinde gewonnen hat. An Preis und Leistung hat sich nichts geändert. Der Unterschied: Die Jacke besteht neuerdings aus einem Oberstoff aus recyceltem Polyester und recyceltem Isolationsmaterial der Marke PrimaLoft. Allein die Isolation der Jacke besteht aus mindestens fünf Plastikflaschen, die aus dem Müllkreislauf stammen und zu einem hochwertigem Daunenersatz umgewandelt werden.

Der Schritt zu mehr Recyclingmaterialien führt eine Entwicklung fort, die sich seit 1996 mit den Denali Jackets über die Serien Reaxion und Glacier bis hin zur Bottle-Source-Kollektion Anfang 2018 – in der recycelte Plastikflaschen aus Nationalparks verwendet werden – durch viele Bereiche der Produktpalette von The North Face zieht.

Als ThermoBall 2013 auf den Markt kam, wurde der damals noch außergewöhnliche Einsatz von synthetischer Isolation gefeiert. Die kleinen Cluster aus Synthetikfasern, in denen Luft ähnlich wie bei Daunen in winzigen Kammern eingeschlossen wird, können in Sachen Wärmeleistung, geringes Gewicht und Packmaß mit Daunen mithalten und wärmen sogar im nassen Zustand.

Die ThermoBall Eco ist in sechs Farben, mit oder ohne Frontreißverschluss, ab sofort erhältlich.

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crystal communications GmbH

Award-winning TINTEX Textiles shows water saving solutions at Performance Days (c) TINTEX Textiles
80% Lenzing Modal® + 20% European Hemp rib by TINTEX Textiles
20.11.2018

Award-winning TINTEX Textiles shows water saving solutions at Performance Days

  • Performance Days - November 28 and 29, 2018 – Hall C1 Booth B18
  • Two of TINTEX’s fabrics have made it into the PERFORMANCE FORUM Jury’s Pick Category that represents fabrics which are a valuable contribution to this season Performance Days Focus Topic “WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY”

See, touch and experience the latest collection from TINTEX as they reveal a wonderful range of innovative fabrics that redefine fashion, inspire creativity, spark emotion and optimize responsible solutions. TINTEX, being an ingenious leader in textile and research innovation for over twenty years, transforms a new generation of cotton and other natural based materials. Established in the Porto region as authorities in superior dyeing and finishing techniques making TINTEX Textiles the perfect choice for fashion.

  • Performance Days - November 28 and 29, 2018 – Hall C1 Booth B18
  • Two of TINTEX’s fabrics have made it into the PERFORMANCE FORUM Jury’s Pick Category that represents fabrics which are a valuable contribution to this season Performance Days Focus Topic “WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY”

See, touch and experience the latest collection from TINTEX as they reveal a wonderful range of innovative fabrics that redefine fashion, inspire creativity, spark emotion and optimize responsible solutions. TINTEX, being an ingenious leader in textile and research innovation for over twenty years, transforms a new generation of cotton and other natural based materials. Established in the Porto region as authorities in superior dyeing and finishing techniques making TINTEX Textiles the perfect choice for fashion.

All the recent awards bestowed, demonstrate TINTEX continue research and commitment. They have been awarded for the Best product of the Base Layer Category by ISPO jury, moreover they have just received the prestigious German Design Awards 2019 and last but not least, they are selected as finalists for the Future Textile Awards in the category Best Innovation for Sustainable Textiles.
TINTEX continues to lead the way, as they proudly take part in the Make Fashion Circular initiative, by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and activate change industry wide. This initiative aims to collaborate and innovate towards a new textile economy based on the principles of a Circular Economy.

In addition, since this November, TINTEX is a bluesign® system partner, thus means that they are responsibly acting parties of the textile value chain committed to applying the bluesign® system, continuously improving their environmental performance and always been focused on a sustainable future.

A milestone for TINTEX and fashion, as they launch Naturally Clean - an exceptional smart finishing process that is uniquely responsible. Naturally Clean enhances the natural beauty of cotton, takes a cost effective modern approach to eliminate aggressive treatments and optimizes clean surfaces, vivid colors, providing an exquisitely smooth handfeel. Naturally Clean achieves this by using Novozymes technology, a company that is indeed the world leader in biological solutions. Second, using textile chemicals with the lowest possible environmental impact, without compromising performance, from Beyond Surface Technologies AG. Naturally Clean maintains the original characteristics for an extended period of time. All materials are Oeko-Tex and soon bluesign® certified, thus eliminating harmful substances.
TINTEX’ Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 collection includes vibrant tones, refreshing turquoise and electric green, light and warm copper with chocolate browns that connect the natural and spiritual in an extra-sensorial universe. Infused with a stunning palette of nostalgic and multicultural colors - warm yellow with darkened reds, dynamic purple with urban greys - that express globalization and human connection.
Key smart ingredients of the season are:

  • A New Generation of Cotton: GOTS certified organic cotton, Supima® cotton, and ECOTEC® by Marchi & Fildi the smart cotton that saves up to 77.9% water consumption and introduces the concept of a circular economy.
  • SeaCell™ and Smartcel™: produced using the Lyocell process in a closed loop with no chemicals released as waste. The patented process of SeaCell™ allows that the positive properties of the seaweed are permanently preserved within the fiber, even after multiple washing cycles. Smartcel™ includes the essential trace element zinc providing anti-inflammatory capabilities.
  • REFIBRA™ by Lenzing technology involves upcycling a substantial proportion of cotton scraps e.g. from garment production, in addition to wood pulp, where the raw material is transformed to produce new TENCEL™ Lyocell fiber to make fabrics and garments.
  • Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei: A new generation GRS Certified material, made from cotton linters, with a biodegradability certification by Innovhub. A matchless, high tech natural material, with a special handfeel and aesthetics.
  • ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei
    - ROICA™ EF has a percentage of pre-consumer recycled content that is more than 50%, and thanks to this it has been GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified.
    - ROICA™ V550 a premium stretch innovative yarn boasting the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Gold Level for Material Health product and ingredients as it was evaluated throughout the supply chain for lower impacts on human and environmental health. Striving toward eliminating all toxic and unidentified chemicals for a safe continuous cycle. Hohenstein Environment Compatibility Certificate - ROICA™ proudly breaks down without releasing harmful substances.

Of special interest this season, the two TINTEX’s fabrics that made it into the PERFORMANCE FORUM Jury’s Pick Category for their contribution to this season Topic “WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY”.

A smart rib developed to reduce the water usage as most as possible, from cultivation of raw materials until fabric finishing. A blend of TENCEL™ Modal, cellulosic & biodegradable material treated with no hazardous chemicals, pesticides nor fertilizers, and European hemp, a fast-growing plant that requires very little water and no herbicides, pesticides, synthetic fertilizers or GMO seeds. Both fibres are biodegradable.

The second selected article is a 100% Merino Wool jersey made unique thanks to Colorau® by TINTEX, a patented natural dyeing process technique that uses vegetable herbs and extracts. A great amount of water was saved by avoiding subsequent washing steps. Also, lower water pollution is achieved by avoiding synthetic dyestuffs.

More information:
TINTEX ROICA™ Performance Days
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GB Network

15.11.2018

DENIM EXPERT LTD. joins as a contributor to the ZDHC FOUNDATION

Denim Expert Ltd. are very proud that they have been accepted to join as a contributor to the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation, The ZDHC missions is to enable brands in the textile, apparel, and footwear industries to implement chemical management best practices and advance towards zero discharge of hazardous chemicals by collaborative Engagement, Standard Setting and Implementation.

The main goals are set to eliminate priority hazardous chemicals in products and their manufacture, implement a transparent screening process to promote safer chemistry, implement common tools, best practices and training that advance chemical stewardship, partner with stakeholders to promote transparency of chemical usage and discharge and promote scaling of best practices through engagement with key stakeholders.
 
Under the guidance of the ZDHC Foundation, Denim Expert Ltd. have adopted various initiatives to ensure the zero discharge of hazardous chemicals, including:

Denim Expert Ltd. are very proud that they have been accepted to join as a contributor to the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation, The ZDHC missions is to enable brands in the textile, apparel, and footwear industries to implement chemical management best practices and advance towards zero discharge of hazardous chemicals by collaborative Engagement, Standard Setting and Implementation.

The main goals are set to eliminate priority hazardous chemicals in products and their manufacture, implement a transparent screening process to promote safer chemistry, implement common tools, best practices and training that advance chemical stewardship, partner with stakeholders to promote transparency of chemical usage and discharge and promote scaling of best practices through engagement with key stakeholders.
 
Under the guidance of the ZDHC Foundation, Denim Expert Ltd. have adopted various initiatives to ensure the zero discharge of hazardous chemicals, including:

  • The establishment of traffic signals in the chemical store-room to aid in the safe storage of chemical product.
  • The mandatory use of protective gloves when handling chemicals.
  • The introduction of a chemical compatibility chart to ensure safe storage of chemicals and highlight their risk factor.
  • Visible posting of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) enabling close follow-up of chemical use.
  • The installation of the appropriate ventilation and  temperature control in the chemical storage area.
  • Establishment of an emergency response plan, with any potential chemical spillage being monitored by a specially trained technical representative.
  • Clear labelling on all chemicals following ZDHC guidance.
  • Strict adhesion by all employees to the chemical inventory list.
  • Allocation of a designated area for chemical waste disposal and treatment.

With its membership of the ZDHC, Denim Expert Ltd. joins more than 24 signatory brands, 59 value chain affiliates, and 15 associates (including Adidas, Benetton, BURBERRY, C&A, COOP, ESPRIT, Gap Inc. , G-STAR RAW, H&M,INDITEX, Jack Wolfskin, Lbrands, LEVI STRAUSS & CO, LI-NING, MARKS & SPENCER, Hugo Boss, Nike, Primark, Puma, PVH, Target)  who are collectively working together to support implementation of safer chemical management practices.

More information:
ZDHC ZDHC
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Denim Expert Ltd.

(c) PrimaLoft GmbH
13.11.2018

PrimaLoft erweitert biologisch abbaubare Technologien

  • PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric – der erste Funktionsstoff aus 100% recycelten, biologisch abbaubaren Fasern

LATHAM, NY - MÜNCHEN: PrimaLoft, Inc., weltweit führendes Unternehmen für innovative Materialtechnologien, hat sein Portfolio an biologisch abbaubaren* Technologien erweitert. Mit der Einführung von PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric, dem ersten zu 100% recycelten und biologisch abbaubaren synthetischen Funktionsstoff ergänzt das Unternehmen die kürzlich vorgestellte PrimaLoft® Bio™ Insulation, die ebenfalls die erste Technologie ihrer Art ist. Grundlage beider Innovationen ist eine technisch weiter entwickelte Fasertechnologie, die einen stark beschleunigten biologischen Abbau unter bestimmten Umweltbedingungen ermöglicht und so ein potentiell wichtiger Faktor bei der Problematik von Mikroplastik in den Meeren werden könnte. Sowohl PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric als auch PrimaLoft® Bio™ Insulation sollen ab Herbst 2020 im Handel verfügbar sein.

  • PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric – der erste Funktionsstoff aus 100% recycelten, biologisch abbaubaren Fasern

LATHAM, NY - MÜNCHEN: PrimaLoft, Inc., weltweit führendes Unternehmen für innovative Materialtechnologien, hat sein Portfolio an biologisch abbaubaren* Technologien erweitert. Mit der Einführung von PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric, dem ersten zu 100% recycelten und biologisch abbaubaren synthetischen Funktionsstoff ergänzt das Unternehmen die kürzlich vorgestellte PrimaLoft® Bio™ Insulation, die ebenfalls die erste Technologie ihrer Art ist. Grundlage beider Innovationen ist eine technisch weiter entwickelte Fasertechnologie, die einen stark beschleunigten biologischen Abbau unter bestimmten Umweltbedingungen ermöglicht und so ein potentiell wichtiger Faktor bei der Problematik von Mikroplastik in den Meeren werden könnte. Sowohl PrimaLoft® Bio™ Performance Fabric als auch PrimaLoft® Bio™ Insulation sollen ab Herbst 2020 im Handel verfügbar sein.

„Seit Beginn der Entwicklung unserer biologisch abbaubaren Materialien waren Funktionsstoffe ein wichtiger Bestandteil für uns. Dank dieses Durchbruchs können Kleidungstücke ab sofort komplett den Weg zurück in die Natur finden“, sagte Mike Joyce, Präsident und CEO von PrimaLoft. „Da wir bei der Leistung keine Abstriche machen, mussten wir sicherstellen, dass unsere biologisch abbaubaren Fasern dem Herstellungsprozess von Hochleistungs-Funktionsstoffen standhalten und gleichzeitig ihre Fähigkeit zum biologischen Abbau behalten.  Diese Entwicklung öffnet uns neue Horizonte und wir wollen damit Maßstäbe setzen, um die Umweltauswirkungen der Textilindustrie erheblich zu verringern.“

PrimaLoft® Bio™-Fasern bestehen zu 100% aus Recyclingfasern, die sich unter bestimmten Gegebenheiten wie sie in einer Mülldeponie oder im Meerwasser vorherrschen, biologisch abbauen. PrimaLoft hat diese Fasern weiterentwickelt, um sie attraktiver für dort natürlich vorkommende Mikroben zu machen. Diese Mikroben verdauen die Fasern schneller und sorgen dafür, dass der Funktionsstoff zersetzt wird und am Ende lediglich die natürlichen Elemente Wasser, Methan, CO2 und Biomasse zurückbleiben. Die neue Technologie wird dabei  helfen, das wachsende Problem von Mikroplastik in den Ozeanen zu verringern – ein bedeutendes Thema für die Textilindustrie und andere Industriezweige. Laut Schätzungen der Ellen Macarthur Foundation landen jährlich rund eine halbe Million Tonnen Mikrofasern beim Waschen von Textilien auf Kunststoffbasis wie Polyester, Nylon oder Acryl im Meer. PrimaLoft® Bio™-Fasern werden nur abgebaut, wenn sie in Kontakt mit natürlich vorkommenden Mikroben auf Mülldeponien oder im Meer kommen. Dadurch bleiben die Fasern während der gesamten Produktlebenszeit des Kleidungsstücks gewohnt dauerhaft strapazierfähig.

Spezifische Testergebnisse zeigen einen biologischen Abbau von 84,1% in 423 Tagen unter ASTM D5511- Bedingungen* (beschleunigte Deponiesimulation) und 55,1% biologischen Abbau in 409 Tagen unter ASTM D6691- Bedingungen** (beschleunigte Meerwassersimulation). „Wir haben Recycling nie als die endgültige Lösung gesehen. Mit PrimaLoft® Bio™ haben wir nicht nur den Code zur biologischen Abbaubarkeit unserer Fasern geknackt, sondern gehen auch den nächsten Schritt in Sachen Nachhaltigkeit“, sagt Joyce. „Mit neuen Fasertechnologien wie dieser versuchen wir unseren negativen Umwelteinfluss so gering wie möglich zu halten. Das ist Teil unserer Selbstverpflichtung, jeden Tag aufs Neue Verantwortung zu übernehmen. “

Bis heute hat PrimaLoft mehr als 90 Millionen Plastikflaschen wiederaufbereitet und daraus Premium- Isolationen hergestellt. Anfang dieses Jahres präsentierte PrimaLoft bereits seine ersten Isolationen aus 100% recyceltem Material. Bis 2020 werden 90% der PrimaLoft-Isolationsprodukte aus mindestens 50% recyceltem Material (PCR = Post Consumer Recycled) bestehen, ohne dabei Einbußen bei der Leistung aufzuweisen.

PrimaLoft plant, mit einem ähnlichen Bekenntnis zu biologisch abbaubaren Technologien in seinem gesamten Produktportfolio, die Branche weiter voranzutreiben. Mehr Informationen zu PrimaLoft Bio gibt es auch hier: http://primaloft.com/primaloftbio

* Standardtestmethode zur Bestimmung des anaeroben biologischen Abbaus von Kunststoffmaterialien unter anaeroben Verdauungsbedingungen mit hohem Feststoffgehalt
** Standardtestmethode zur Bestimmung des aeroben biologischen Abbaus von Kunststoffmaterialien in maritimer Umgebung durch ein definiertes mikrobielles Konsortium oder ein natürliches Meerwasser-Inokulum

(c) TRSA
09.11.2018

Florida Linen Services’ Rockledge Plant Earns Hygienically Clean Healthcare Certification

Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing
Florida Linen Services has earned the Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification for its Rockledge plant, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

Emphasis on Process, Third-party Validation and Outcome-based Testing
Florida Linen Services has earned the Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification for its Rockledge plant, reflecting their commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

  • Employees are properly trained and protected
  • Managers understand regulatory requirements
  • OSHA-compliant
  • Physical plant operates effectively

To achieve certification initially, laundries pass three rounds of outcome-based microbial testing, indicating that their processes are producing Hygienically Clean Healthcare textiles and diminished presence of yeast, mold and harmful bacteria. They also must pass a facility inspection. To maintain their certification, they must pass quarterly testing to ensure that as laundry conditions change, such as water quality, textile fabric composition and wash chemistry, laundered product quality is consistently maintained. Re-inspection occurs every two to three years.

This process eliminates subjectivity by focusing on outcomes and results that verify textiles cleaned in these facilities meet appropriate hygienically clean standards and BMPs for hospitals, surgery centers, medical offices, nursing homes and other medical facilities.

Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification acknowledges laundries’ effectiveness in protecting healthcare operations by verifying quality control procedures in linen, uniform and facility services operations related to the handling of textiles containing blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Certified laundries use processes, chemicals and BMPs acknowledged by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, American National Standards Institute and others. Introduced in 2012, Hygienically Clean Healthcare brought to North America the international cleanliness standards for healthcare linens and garments used worldwide by the Certification Association for Professional Textile Services and the European Committee for Standardization.

Objective experts in epidemiology, infection control, nursing and other healthcare professions work with Hygienically Clean launderers to ensure the certification continues to enforce the highest standards for producing clean healthcare textiles.

The Rockledge plant joins two other Florida Linen locations (Pompano Beach and Jensen Beach) that earned Hygienically Clean Healthcare Certifications in 2017. Florida Linen has provided healthcare laundry and linen services throughout Florida since 2003. “Congratulations to Florida Linen Services on their certification,” said Joseph Ricci, TRSA president and CEO. “This achievement proves their commitment to infection prevention and that their laundry takes every step possible to prevent human illness.”

 

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TRSA

08.11.2018

PERFORMANCE DAYS: Awards for outstanding new developments in the area of function and sustainability

To receive an award at PERFORMANCE DAYS is the ultimate industry recognition. In selecting the winners of the (ECO) PERFORMANCE AWARDS, the jury handles with total integrity with no outside influence and is absolutely free in making its decisions. This season there are so many outstanding innovations at the exhibition that two awards are announced!

WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY, the current FOCUS TOPIC for the next trade fair on November 28-29th, seems to have spurred the PERFORMANCE DAYS exhibitors to peak performances. The trade fair has highlighted innovations every season for the past ten years, but seldom have there been so many outstanding new developments. So many in fact, that two awards are to be presented: the ECO PERFORMANCE AWARD for best sustainable development, and the PERFORMANCE AWARD for a new functional highlight.  

To receive an award at PERFORMANCE DAYS is the ultimate industry recognition. In selecting the winners of the (ECO) PERFORMANCE AWARDS, the jury handles with total integrity with no outside influence and is absolutely free in making its decisions. This season there are so many outstanding innovations at the exhibition that two awards are announced!

WATER – OUR RESPONSIBILITY, the current FOCUS TOPIC for the next trade fair on November 28-29th, seems to have spurred the PERFORMANCE DAYS exhibitors to peak performances. The trade fair has highlighted innovations every season for the past ten years, but seldom have there been so many outstanding new developments. So many in fact, that two awards are to be presented: the ECO PERFORMANCE AWARD for best sustainable development, and the PERFORMANCE AWARD for a new functional highlight.  

And the winner of the ECO PERFORMANCE AWARD is:
The jury is highly enthusiastic about the nomination of the ECO PERFORMANCE AWARD winner and described the award-winning fabric as the best ecological solution currently available on the market. This extraordinary laminate from Jou Jou Fish combines various sustainable technologies. Article "JYRNP0002 307" consists of 100% recycled nylon and is designed with a micro-porous membrane (functional performance 15K/10K) that is produced without solvents. This saves a lot of water, plus the fabric is made from pre-dyed fibres (solution-dyeing) and the DWR coating is applied using a dry-finish treatment. The only thing that could improve it: as the polyamide is currently produced from postindustrial waste products, it would be nice to have option of using post-consumer polyamides in the future.

And the winner of the PERFORMANCE AWARD is:
The PERFORMANCE AWARD recognizes another pioneering development. Never before has there been such a fine, yet still tear resistant, highly functional fabric. The winner is article "DPQ 1092 DWR" from Green Threads and with only 17g/m² an absolute lightweight. Particularly fine nylon yarns are used (7d and 4d); a 4d yarn has never before been used in functional fabrics. This plus the extremely good tear resistance clinched it for the jury. Another plus for the winner: this lightweight fabric can achieve with just 17 g comparable performance values to a 50g fabric; thereby, not only is the weight significantly reduced, but also the amount of raw materials and energy consumed in production. This is also a factor that protects the environment when the garment is disposed at the end of its useful life.

More information:
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PERFORMANCE DAYS ® functional fabrics fair

08.11.2018

Zerobarracento brings the Made in Italy zero-waste to Budapest Fashion Week

For the third consecutive year, the Italian brand Zerobarracento was selected to embody the excellence of Italy at the Budapest Fashion Week. On November 14th, Zerobarracento will show on runway S/S 2019. The concept of connection to a fashion garment, and the idea of creating pieces to last is fundamental to this brand. 0 means: zero waste, reduced pollution, and reduced emissions. 100 means: 100% quality, Made in Italy, sustainability and transparency of the production. Patterns are developed with zero-waste techniques, that eliminates textile waste at the design stage, adopting a zero-waste design approach reduces textile waste and the demand on natural resources. The pieces are 100% made in Italy, created with premium sustainable and traceable materials.

For the third consecutive year, the Italian brand Zerobarracento was selected to embody the excellence of Italy at the Budapest Fashion Week. On November 14th, Zerobarracento will show on runway S/S 2019. The concept of connection to a fashion garment, and the idea of creating pieces to last is fundamental to this brand. 0 means: zero waste, reduced pollution, and reduced emissions. 100 means: 100% quality, Made in Italy, sustainability and transparency of the production. Patterns are developed with zero-waste techniques, that eliminates textile waste at the design stage, adopting a zero-waste design approach reduces textile waste and the demand on natural resources. The pieces are 100% made in Italy, created with premium sustainable and traceable materials.

Camilla Carrara, CEO and designer of Zerobarracento, describes the collection as follows: "garments are created with the GOTS certified Bacx™ by Centro Seta organic silks sourced from C.L.A.S.S. e.commerce and the Newlife™ transformed polyester. Shapes and colours were inspired by a Malaysian trip: simplicity and nature are blended giving life to saturated colours".
We are pleased that the collaboration with the Budapest Fashion Week lasts over time and is positive to see the growing interest for the issue of sustainability by consumers of this country.

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