Fiber Fragmentation in the Fashion and Textile Industry

Location
Online
Start
June 16, 2022
12:00 AM
End
June 16, 2022
12:00 AM
Time Zone

Join our live webinar to learn about one of the major issues facing the fashion and textile industry today – fiber fragmentation.

The unintentional release of microplastics from textiles and the associated pollution of the natural environment is an issue that is being addressed by manufacturers, retailers, non-governmental organizations and regulatory authorities. It is also high on the agenda for consumers who want to buy clothing products that are more sustainable and better for the environment.

The fashion industry has a huge environmental impact and therefore has a major role to play in fostering sustainability and environmental awareness.

In this webinar, an SGS expert will share insights on the current issue as well as what manufacturers and retailers can do to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Agenda

This one hour webinar will cover:

Environmental concerns and awareness
Industry engagement
Definitions of microfiber and fiber fragmentation
Evaluation methods developed by different organizations
The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) Microfibre 2030 Commitment
SGS engagement in fiber fragmentation
SGS fiberfastness testing services
Regulation updates
Q&A

Target Audience

This webinar is aimed at quality and regulatory compliance professionals in the fashion and textile industry.

Presenter

Steve McDonald, SGS Global Technical Manager, joined the company in February 2018. He is a chemist with several years experience in polymer research and more recently in restricted substances in footwear and consumer products. He provides technical support on chemical testing, training for clients and advises on performance specifications and chemical legislation.