CUSTOMIZATION: THE FUTURE OF TECHNICAL TEXTILES
The Innovation area explores the possibilities of a tailored approach
At the 40th edition of Milano Unica, innovation takes center stage in the Innovation area, located in Hall 15 and organized by Texclubtec, the technical textiles section of Confindustria Moda.
The central theme will be customization, one of the most relevant and promising trends in the technical textiles landscape. This approach, focused on adapting products and processes to the specific needs of end customers and application sectors, is set to redefine the future of the industry.
Process Efficiency
Digitization and technological innovation enable:
- Reduced production times and costs,
- Optimized resources and improved environmental sustainability,
- Rapid adaptation of production processes to meet specific needs.
Fields of Application and Key Sectors
Customization in technical textiles finds applications in multiple sectors:
- Sportswear: High-performance, ergonomic, and tailor-made materials for athletes and enthusiasts.
- Medical: Customized textiles for medical devices, protection, and therapeutic support.
- Professional: Workwear with specific functionalities and protective features.
- Design and Interiors: Tailor-made solutions for interiors and functional technical materials.
Meeting Consumer and Professional Needs
The technical textile industry must respond to the growing demand for personalized products:
- End consumers seek uniqueness and effectiveness.
- Professionals require specific performance features.
Towards the Future of Technical Textiles
The adoption of customization, supported by European research and innovation, will lead to the development of:
- Smart and responsive textiles,
- Sustainable and traceable materials,
- Digital sizing solutions and virtual design tools that enhance the personalization process,
- Product configurators for creating custom technical textiles tailored to individual needs,
- Anticipated personalization not only in aesthetics but also in functionality for each person,
- Advanced solutions for emerging challenges in a continuously evolving global market.
Texclubtec, the technical textiles section of Confindustria Moda, is at the heart of this transformation, promoting collaboration between companies, research centers, and institutions for a future driven by innovation and customization.
Discover the future of technical textiles. Discover customization!
