Research

Knit2Last: from waste to innovation

In this KIEM project, we investigate the properties of products made with recycled fibres. For this purpose, wool fibres from both pre- and post-consumer clothing are reused via mechanical recycling, providing insight into the material’s processability and the performance of the knit. This allows accurate prediction of garment properties even before knitting. Recycling and processing […]

Research

Going Circular Going Cellulose

Going Circular Going Cellulose (GC)2 is a study by ArtEZ and Saxion into the possibilities of connecting the technical production of yarns and textiles from sustainable cellulose fibres to the wishes and requirements of textile designers. Sustainability and circular economy are key issues in the textile supply chain. Many companies want to make more sustainable […]