New high-performance functionalised materials
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF HIGH DENSITY FABRICS FOR TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS.
DENSITEX
Motivation
The need of the textile sector to achieve greater sustainability is the basis for this project, which seeks to prioritise the use of sustainable materials as an alternative to the virgin synthetic fibres commonly used today. The approach is to reduce the environmental impact of textile production and improve the lighting and acoustic comfort of spaces, saving energy and optimising resource consumption.
In addition, this project addresses the need for innovation in the textile industry. It seeks to develop textile solutions that are not only sustainable but competitive. This involves exploring new technologies and production processes and researching alternative materials and optimising the technical characteristics of the fabrics. Finally, the project promotes the diversification of textile applications.
Objectives
- Design, create and optimise high density fabrics for technical applications in luminosity, acoustics and filtering from yarns of different nature with different counts and complex sections.
- Improve the properties of high-density fabrics for technical applications in luminosity, acoustics and filtering.
- Increase the comfort and energy efficiency of spaces, as well as in the improvement of the technical properties of the fabrics used for filtration.
- Prioritise the use of more sustainable materials compared to those currently in use, contributing to the reduction of environmental impact and promoting more responsible practices in the Valencian textile industry.
Value and competitive advantage
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Development of sustainable and innovative fabrics with advanced acoustic properties.
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Use of recycled materials and low environmental impact processes.
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Validation of high mechanical and acoustic performance in real applications.
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Versatility for use in curtains, panels, and interior coverings.
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Prototypes ready for industrialization and market transfer.
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Combination of acoustic functionality and aesthetic value in a single product.
Obtained results
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Preparation of a state-of-the-art study and definition of the project’s strategic lines.
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Experimental development of sustainable yarns and fabrics using PET, PA, and PP.
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Performance of standardized mechanical and acoustic tests showing high sound absorption results.
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Identification of five fabrics with superior acoustic performance (2A, 6A, 7A, 8A, 10A).
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Production of prototypes and sample collections for validation and demonstration.
Grant number: IMDEEA/2024/81
Programme: Grants to CV technology centres for R&D projects in cooperation with the private sector
Period of execution: January 2024 – September 2025
Status: Finished
More information: Amount – 173.964,46 €
Entity: IVACE
This project is supported by the Valencian Regional Government’s Ministry of Innovation, Industry, Trade and Tourism, through IVACE, and is co-financed by the FEDER (European Regional Development Fund) of the European Union, within the FEDER Operational Programme of the Valencian Community 2021-2027.
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R&D AREAS
New high-performance functionalised materials
Circular economy and sustainability
Advanced manufacturing, smart textiles and digitalisation
High value-added solutions for strategic markets
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AITEX is present at the Babykid FIMI fair at Feria Valencia from January 26 to 28, presenting tests and certifications for children’s products.
AITEX has attended the Cosmetorium fair in Barcelona once again on October to present its new products for the cosmetic sector.
AITEX has hosted the LIFE POLITEX workshop entitled “Closing the textile polyester cycle: challenges and opportunities”, based on promoting sustainable solutions for the management and recycling of textile materials.