A series of fringe programme with numerous highlights such as special exhibitions, interactive workshops and knowledgeable seminars add extra value for your presence.
Sustainable Development and Products Presentation
Sustainability
Innovation as a Driver for Sustainability: Managing Complex Requirements in the Global Textile Industry
As sustainability becomes essential, the textile industry faces challenges in aligning with stricter legislation while remaining competitive. Besides pressure from the financial markets and evolving customer expectations for eco-friendly products, this panel will discuss the role of digitisation and material & process innovation in reducing environmental impact and optimising production. The speakers will offer insights into how innovation can help the textile industry navigate these complexities and drive a sustainable future.
Date: 2024.09.20 (Friday)
Time: 10:30 – 12:00
Venue: Econogy Talks (E1-G13)
Language: English & Chinese (simultaneous interpretation provided)
Speakers:
Ms Carmen Yan, Textile Department Manager of TÜV Rheinland (Shanghai) Co Ltd
Ms Jenny Zhang, Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany China Rep
Prof Hao Bai, Professor, College of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University
Moderator:
Mr Karl Borgschulze, Managing Director, Consulting Service International Ltd
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Sustainability Guided Tour
Two sustainability tours will be held on Days 1 and 2, with the first focusing on Mobiltech exhibitors and the second on other highlighted exhibitors. Guided by Mr Karl Borgschulze, an international sustainability expert, the tours aim to introduce a range of products and services resulting from the industry’s sustainability efforts.
Mobiltech Sustainability Guided Tour
Date: 2024.09.19 (Thursday)
Time: 10:30 – 11:30
Venue: E1-G08
Language: English (Chinese simultaneous interpretation provided)
Sustainability Guided Tour – Other Highlights
Date: 2024.09.20 (Friday)
Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Venue: E1-G08
Language: English (Chinese simultaneous interpretation provided)
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Artificial Intelligence
How AI can automate the inspection process of conventional textile, apparel and personal hygiene product manufacturing process
In the conventional textile, apparel and personal hygiene product manufacturing process, inspection of materials for woven, nonwoven and knitted structures relies heavily on unreliable and inefficient human visual method which incurs high labour costs. Inspection is even impossible in a high-speed manufacturing environment until the finished products are delivered by the production line. Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab) will share and discuss how adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technology can automate this inspection process and the challenges of adopting AI in the real-life manufacturing environment. The audience will gain a deeper understanding of how AI should be implemented and can be leveraged to overcome the limitations of conventional inspection methods.
Date: 2024.09.19 (Thursday)
Time: 11:00 – 11:45
Venue: Econogy Talks (E1-G13)
Language: Chinese
Speakers:
Prof Calvin Wong, CEO & Centre Director, Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab) and
Cheng Yik Hung Professor in Fashion, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Mr Eric Sham, Senior Consultant, Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab)
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Innovative
Innovative Products Presentation
To encourage innovation and recognise outstanding achievements in technological innovation, green development, and high-end applications within the industry, and to accelerate the promotion and application of new technologies and products, the fair conducts a collection and release activity for innovative products, providing an opportunity to promote and introduce them to the public. Among them, the outstanding products will be awarded the '2024 Innovation Product Award'.
Date: 2024.09.19 (Thursday)
Time: 14:00 – 15:40
Venue: Econogy Talks (E1-G13)
Date: 2024.09.20 (Friday)
Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Venue: Econogy Talks (E1-G13)
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Industry Insight
The 12th China International Nonwovens Conference (CINC)
The China International The China International Nonwovens Conference (CINC), organised by the China Nonwovens and Industrial Textiles Association (CNITA), has been held for 11 consecutive years. It focuses on the global nonwovens industry's development, product innovation, and green initiatives, attracting industry leaders and experts. The theme of this year is "Green Development and Sustainable Innovation in the Nonwovens Industry".
Date: 2024.09.19 (Thursday)
Time: 13:15 – 16:40
Venue: Conference Area, Hall E3
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Innovation showcase area
The most profound achievements in six application areas were showcased and obtained strong recognition from both exhibitors and visitors:
- Transportation
- Medical and hygiene
- Safety and protection
- Geotechnical and construction
- Structural and reinforcement
- Filtration and separation
The China International Nonwovens Conference
World leading nonwovens associations form China, Indonesia, the US and Europe, Chinese regional and downstream industry associations and councils, renowned industry media, leading suppliers, research institutes and industry cluster government representatives reveals global industry trends, market potential, industry standards and policies in both disposable and durable nonwovens.
Seminar & product presentations
Seminars and panel discussions on innovative products, the latest technologies, specific solution and market trends were delivered onsite, led by industry leaders.