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How can recycled TPE materials be transformed into new, high‑quality parts? Explore the potential of additive manufacturing for sustainable material reuse.

One month into her role as Standardisation Project Coordinator, Gertrude Kignelman has already taken part in several CEN and ISO working group meetings, covering a broad range of topics including bio‑based products, floor coverings, and geosynthetics. This early experience has highlighted interesting insights. 

The latest figures from the European Patent Office (EPO) once again confirm Belgium’s strong position within the European innovation landscape. 

New study by Sofie Huysman and Jun Yin showcases practical applications and performance of the Circular Footprint Formula (CFF) by evaluating the environmental impact of thermomechanically recycled mono‑material polyester carpets.

This month’s Patent Alert spotlights cutting‑edge innovations from companies leading the way in chemical textile recycling. We highlight fiber‑to‑fiber technologies (TRL > 7) that clearly illustrate the industry’s accelerating shift toward true circularity.

With our participation in the defence fair, we wanted to show that textiles in defense are far more important than often assumed. Together with Fedustria, we positioned ourselves around the message: textiles are the first layer of protection.