Technical textile markets: product developments and innovations, October 2023

20 pages, published in Issue 127, October 2023   Report price: Euro 305.00; US$ 400.00

This report provides information on the latest developments in composites, fabrics, fibres, finishes, medical textiles, personal protective clothing (PPE), recycled materials and smart textiles. The report includes information and analysis relating to various consortiums worldwide and the following innovative companies and other organisations: Advansa, Albany Engineered Composites (AEC), Asia Pacific Fibers (APF), Autoneum, Circular Polymers by Ascend, the Danish Technological Institute (DTI), Devan Chemicals, Freudenberg Performance Materials, Nike, RWTH Aachen University, and the University of Houston.

SUMMARY


COMPOSITES


• Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) has developed a vertical tail plane with advanced textile architecture which is made from composites
• Autoneum has developed a wheel arch liner made from polyolefins recovered from discarded car bumpers

FABRICS


• Freudenberg Performance Materials has launched a range of strong, smooth fabrics for packaging industrial components

FIBRES


• A low cost method for producing thin carbon fibres from polyethylene is being developed by researchers at RWTH Aachen University
• A range of recycled polyester fibres called Remotion which break down in marine and landfill environments has been launched by Advansa and Asia Pacific Fibers (APF)

FINISHING


• Devan Chemicals has expanded its range of microencapsulated active ingredients for application to fabrics

MEDICAL TEXTILES


• A knitted patch for use in the surgical treatment of congenital heart disease (CHD) is to be launched by a Japanese consortium

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)


• A consortium in Germany is developing lightweight, comfortable suits which are designed to protect against nuclear, biological and chemical substances (NBC suits)

RECYCLED MATERIALS


• A range of recycled materials derived from post-consumer carpets has been launched by Circular Polymers by Ascend

SMART TEXTILES


• A stretchable textile-based lithium-ion battery is being developed by researchers in the USA Nike has developed a waterproof jacket called Nike Run Division Aerogami Jacket which features an autonomous sweat venting system
• Researchers at the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) will investigate the use of soft materials and textiles on to which electronics can be printed for the arms of robots used in space

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Product Overview

Four times a year, Technical Textile Markets provides an overview of the global man-made fibre, nonwoven and technical textile industries. It provides market data and analysis of new and established markets for technical textiles, and is essential reading for senior executives in (or supplying) the man-made fibre, nonwoven and technical textile sectors ? as well as for those who are not involved in the industry on a day-to-day basis, but who need an authoritative source which helps them to quickly gain an understanding of the key issues facing the companies which are actively involved in this fast-growing sector.
Reports in Technical Textile Markets include:
	company and country profiles ? giving you the opportunity to learn from strategies employed by others, in terms of production, sourcing, import/export, infrastructure and development, and plans for the future.
	profiles of the world's top 40 producers of nonwovens ? updated each year with details of developments from each of the leading producers, including acquisitions, investments and divestments, and analyses of trends which the "rising stars" are using to their advantage.
	statistical reports ? including consumption data, by fibre and end-use applications. Regular updates are published for fibre consumption in Japan, the rest of Asia, the USA, and Western Europe.
	market sector information ? analyses of important commercial end-user applications, and profiles of both established and emerging markets which take into account such innovations and developments as nanotechnology and intelligent textiles.
	regular updates on innovations in fibres, technical textiles, apparel and machinery ? including developments in the following categories: fibres and yarns; technical textile fabrics for industrial applications; machinery; technical textiles for apparel; composites; other technical textile products; and technical textile treatments and finishes.
	reports on new technological developments and other topical issues ? with clear, authoritative comments on their economic and commercial significance. The reports bring to your attention the key issues which you can use to develop your business, and provides contact details of useful organisations.
So whether you are involved in man-made fibres, nonwovens or technical textiles ? in manufacturing, converting, import/export, or end use ? or if you are in education or consultancy or investment or finance ? a subscription to Technical Textile Markets will tell you what you need to know about the key trends in the industry.
Technical Textile Markets is available on subscription ? either in printed format only, or in printed and electronic format. If you choose the printed only option, you will receive 4 printed publications a year. Each issue contains five research-based reports (see above) and an editorial.
Electronic supplement If you choose the printed and electronic option, you will receive an extra service. You will still receive each issue in printed format, delivered to you by traditional post. In addition, you will be able to download PDF files containing the same information ? but the PDF files will be available immediately on publication, so you don?t have to wait for the printing and mailing. You also have all the benefits of electronic files: instant access even when you are away from the office; convenient storage in your PC or laptop; portability; electronic search facility; and copy/paste facility. You will also receive a monthly update of business news, called "Technical Textiles Business Update" delivered to you by email, free of charge.
Technical textiles are used in a wide range of end-use applications and markets, including agricultural; automotive; building/ construction/ engineering; medical and hygiene; packaging; protective clothing; sports and sportswear; and transport. A subscription to Technical Textile Markets will support your decision making, and provide the information you need to expand into new markets.

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