Shaping the future of technical textiles

From easy-care clothing to astronaut’s suits, innovations in intelligent apparel and technical textiles now span the whole market, from everyday benefits that make the wearer’s life easier to critical applications whose sole function is saving lives. Niki Tait takes a look at some of the latest advances in this field.

New innovations drive technical textiles and apparel

10 October 2007

Japanese firms develop fibres for well-being and hygiene

28 September 2007

Japanese manufacturers are focusing increasingly on developing fibres and textiles for personal well-being, hygiene and comfort, according to a report by Textiles Intelligence.

TURKEY: Technical textiles production increasing

10 August 2007

Technical and functional textile markets are gaining extra momentum in Turkey, and are expected to gain more importance over the coming 15-20 years.

UK firms lead in smart textiles and wearable electronics

3 May 2007

UK firms are leading the way in smart fabrics and interactive textiles for wearable electronics, according to a new report from Textiles Intelligence. But one challenge being faced by some of the more successful players is the rate at which they are able to raise additional capital in order to expand their production capacity and meet rapidly rising demand.

Technical textiles sew up apparel success

16 April 2007

Technical textiles for the apparel industry, ranging from stain resistant clothing for catering staff to all-in-one suits for nuclear, biological and chemical warfare, looks set to be a fruitful area of growth over the next half-decade. Joe Ayling takes a look at a new report on the sector.