On 11 and 12 March, the 17th Symposium TEXTILE FILTER took place in Chemnitz, Germany. Every two years, experts from science and industry come together to discuss the latest developments in the field of textile filter media. This year's event focused on sustainability, bio-based materials and digital simulations to optimise filtration processes. The symposium was accompanied by an exhibition and an excursion to the host, the Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V.

In the new edition, we focus on the important issue of skilled workers. We highlight the opportunities in the industry and show how our STFI Akademie provides targeted support for qualification and development.

The Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI) uses a highly sophisticated diagonal laying technique for the production of multi-axial mats made from glass or carbon fibres. This allows the fibres to be processed in the correct mesh without puncturing or damaging them. The aim of the project was the optimisation and further development of the diagonal laying technique in order to be able to process even sensitive thread materials gently and without damaging them.

JEC World will take place from 4 to 6 March 2025 under the motto ‘Pushing the Limits’. With its groundbreaking solutions, unique manufacturing and business opportunities, the leading trade fair for lightweight construction is a networking centre for creativity, vision and action. It shows how composite materials are pushing the boundaries of projects and ambitions.

The aim of the ReCarboSize project was the development of a concept for the resizing of recycled carbon fibres (rCF) and the adaptation of the sizings themselves for the selected thermoset (epoxy resin, polyurethane) and thermoplastic (polyamide, polyphenylene sulphide) resin systems.

The focus of this research project was set on the targeted and digital dyeing of textile surfaces through exposure to UV laser radiation. For this purpose, a pre-treated textile was provided with a light-sensitive layer, which was previously applied manually and exposed on a small scale.

The aim of the research project was the development of machines and processes for 3D printing on pre-stretched textiles with subsequent moulding effects.

The aim of the project was the development of an adaptive tracking and tracing assistance system based on technologies from the fields of Industrial Internet-of-Things, mobile computing, wireless communication and graphical low-code programming.

Textile finishing producers should be enabled to use mobile systems and matrix production strategies through a versatile shopfloor framework. Matrix production combines the advantages of make-to-order production (flexibility) and classic flow production (productivity) through adaptive and agile process chains. The project also integrates employees into this production strategy and creates the manufacturer-independent basis for cooperative matrix production.

In the latest edition of the STFI Newsletter, we focus on the textile circular economy. We provide information on new applications and products made from recycled materials as well as innovations in our Center for Textile Sustainability.

The circular textile economy is on everyone's lips. However, it is only through collaboration and networking that we will make significant progress towards this goal, which is why we invite you to join us for a professional exchange with partners from industry, universities and research institutions.

The aim of the research project was the development of an innovative composite nonwoven based on kunit and meltblown technologies. The focus was set on increasing the efficiency and flexibility of nonwoven production in order to achieve higher performance and adaptability.

On 1st and 2nd October 2024, the MC4 consortium met for the biannual project meeting at the French partner CHOMARAT in Le Cheylard (France).

Within the scope of the project, efforts were focused on developing and integrating electrically conductive materials into elastic textiles. The aim was the creation of intelligent, stretchable surfaces, specifically intended for use in music therapy for individuals with profound multiple disabilities.

The aim of this research project was a comparison of the textile manufacturing processes weaving, warp knitting and knitting for the production of thermoregulating, three-dimensional spacer textiles.

Project aim was the development of sustainable pocket filters that perform as well as today's models.

The STFI Symposium TEXTILE FILTER will take place for the 17^th time on 11 and 12 March focusing on innovative, high-performance textile filter media for various applications and systems for air, gas, liquid and particle filtration against the background of changing technology.

On 17 and 18 June 2024, the second PESCO-UP General Assembly Meeting took place in Slovenia. Our two colleagues Dr. Anna Große and Romy Naumann were on site to share the latest results from the project with the partners and to set the milestones for the upcoming months.

The EDANA Innovation Forum took place in Munich from June 4-6, 2024. This unique new event attracted over 100 participants from 78 companies and 22 countries, making it a truly global gathering.

The aim of the research project was to develop user-friendly, knitted, single-layer, active laser protection gloves for industrial and medical use on laser systems in the spectral range of near-infrared radiation.