Fabdesigns reopens innovation lab for technical knits
Innovative textile engineering company Fabdesigns, Inc., which specialises in engineering knitted fabrics for apparel and footwear has reopened its textile laboratory to offer consulting and development proof of concepts in footwear, technical, industrial and advanced performance knitted textiles.?
Teijin has announced the development of a new meta-linked high-performance polyamide fibre, which can be used in protective clothing, and reportedly, offers the highest level of heat resistance, combined with high-performance dye fastness.
The winner of the USA region of the 2013/14 International Woolmark Prize has been has been announced as Joseph Altuzarra, who will compete alongside finalists from Australia, China, India and Europe during Milan Fashion Week in February next year for the chance to win a AU$100,000 prize and the opportunity for his deigns to be stocked in major fashion retailers.
Premi?re Vision New York and Indigo New York will be held later this month, showcasing over 250 exhibitors of fabrics and textile designs for the fashion market, the first time both shows will be held together during the July edition.
The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, is now available. Published by MCL Global, producers of Knitting Trade Journal and Ecotextile News, the 136 page booklet covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents.
This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for?enquiries?please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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