If proven successful, NIST said this could have several industrial applications, including in recycling.

A new NIST research-grade test material is part of an effort to help the textile industry better identify and sort textiles ...

Under Armour will soon be making available kits of its award-winning fiber-shed test method so industry players at large can better understand the pervasive microfiber pollution problem. “Until now, ...

Polymer-based—or plastic—synthetic materials have a hold on the fashion industry, currently making up about two-thirds of all fibers used in textiles with no signs of slowing down. At the same time, ...

A research project called bioPEtex aims to produce bio-based polyethylene so it becomes compatible with established textile ...

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global textile testing equipment market size is projected to grow to USD 102.17 million, at a CAGR of close to 2% over the forecast period, according to Technavio’s latest ...

Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods include a wide range of analytical techniques that can evaluate various kinds of materials, elements, welds, systems, etc., without rendering any damage or harm ...

Pineapple leaf fiber has long been valued in parts of Southeast Asia for traditional uses, including basketry in Malaysia and ...