Texsafe
In technical applications, surface structures subjected to mechanical stress are often monitored only at specific points or after the fact. This development presents a solution based on knitted structures.
EkoTex
EkoTex promotes the cross-border exchange of knowledge and the training of young professionals with practical skills. The aim is to strengthen cooperation in the field of sustainable textile production and academic education.
HuminTex
Researchers at the STFI have developed a bio-based and biodegradable textile composite for particle-filtering respirators, as well as a novel, environmentally friendly antiviral finish for it.
SefiPro
An eco-friendly, flame-retardant, abrasion-resistant and segmented protective coating, including a backing material, for fire-fighting clothing and for personal and occupational safety.
WIRreFa
As part of the WIR! funding programme, composite components and reinforcing bars made from recycled carbon fibres were developed at the STFI.
Wektrobio
New additives for charge stabilisation have been developed for electret-charged meltblown nonwovens made from biopolymers, and their mechanisms of action have been investigated.
aux3D
Auxetic materials expand perpendicular to the applied force rather than contracting. The STFI has now developed such structures for flat impact protection.
STFI@INDEX
The INDEXTM trade fair, the world’s leading nonwovens exhibition, will take place from 19 to 22 May 2026. The STFI’s Centre of Excellence in Nonwovens will be presenting its research highlights.
Nonwoven pipe
Are tubular and hose structures made from circular-needled nonwovens a seamless alternative to flat-needled ones? At STFI, the relationships between materials and processes were investigated.
CannaPul
STFI and Fraunhofer IWU are currently working to establish a regional value chain for hemp bast in order to manufacture bio-based lightweight structural profiles.
SiT at STFI
As part of the ERASMUS+ project “SiT”, the Italian coordinator and the partners visited the STFI to learn first-hand about textile sustainability and recycling solutions.
HIOS
This manufacturing process integrates component development directly into the production of organic sheets. The method enhances the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of organic sheet production.