Tex-Net
Information resource for the German textile industry. Searchable categories of products and services, and research and educational institutes. Business and trade fair news. English and German.
Swiss Guarantee VSB
Switzerland. Quality label for manufacturers of feather and down filled duvets and pillows which are members of the VSB trade organization. Information about goose and duck down and feathers. Duvet size chart and care guide. List of member companies. FAQ. Links to related sites. English, German and French.
Profile of the Textile Industry
Environmental profile of the textile industry, published by the US Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Sector Notebook Project, and including descriptions of history and processes, chemical releases, pollution prevention opportunities, federal statutes and regulations, and a compliance and enforcement profile. PDF document.
http://www.p2pays.org/ref/01/00506.pdf
http://www.p2pays.org/ref/01/00506.pdf
Centrum Textil
Czech Republic. Textile research and development center, focused on education, and information and technology transfer. Based in the Technical University of Liberec. English and Czech.
Clotex
Uk Skillfast project aimed to support textile and apparel education in schools and colleges with analysis of manufacturing processes and business systems, and technological information. CD-roms are available for on-line purchase.
ITCTI. Information Technology Center for the Textile Industry
India. Government funded research and information institute for the Indian textile and apparel industry, focused on the development of electronic databases.
Textile Info Online
Information, education and technology resource of the Indian textile association. Discussion forum. Industry news and calendar of events. Links to related sites. Access to technology information upon registration.
http://www.textileinfoonline.com/
http://www.textileinfoonline.com/
SASMIRA. Synthetic and Art Silk Mills' Research Association
India. Cooperative venture of the Indian fiber and textile industry, dedicated to basic and applied research in polymers and intermediates, man-made fiber, yarns and textile fabrics. Also, comercial consulting and testing services. List of publications and journals.
RICTA. Research and Information Center for Textiles and Apparel Science
Korea. Center for the collection and analysis of textile and apparel related information, and the development of a scientific database to support research and improve industrial competitiveness. English and Korean.
http://www.ricta.or.kr/english/index.html
http://www.ricta.or.kr/english/index.html
Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel
Non-profit organization for the Hong Kong textile and apparel industry, aiming to improve the academic and professional standards of its members. Training and educational programs. Seminars and conferences, and publications. English and Chinese.
TTC. Textile Technology Center
Canada. Private, non-profit corporation devoted to improving productivity in the textile and para-textile industries. Applied research and testing services for textile materials and products. English and French.
TMTE. Hungarian Society of Textile Technology and Science
Research and information exchange organization for engineers, technicians, economists and entrepreneurs in the textile and garment industries. English, Hungarian and German.
Thailand Textile Institute
Autonomous organization, funded by government and industry, and focusing on technical, marketing and human resource development activities in the Thai textile industry. Business information, news, statistics and trade regulations. Marketplace and forum.
Textiles Through Time
A textile connection between generations and cultures of past and present times. Museum collections of precious textiles.
http://www.dfmg.com.tw/dhtml/site-link/tac-museum.htm
http://www.dfmg.com.tw/dhtml/site-link/tac-museum.htm
Textile Center of Minnesota
USA. Coalition of artists, educators, organizations, businesses, collectors and enthousiasts, dedicated to the development and promotion of educational programs, special events and projects related to the preservation of textile traditions of the Upper Midwest. Links to member organizations, art galleries and events.
http://www.textilecentermn.org/
http://www.textilecentermn.org/
SITRA. South India Textile Research Association
India. Joint venture between government and business, dedicated to applied research on textile processes, consulting, materials testing and training.
http://www.commerceindia.com/sitra/
http://www.commerceindia.com/sitra/
NITRA. Northern India Textile Research Association
Part of a group of four facilities, involved in basic and applied scientific research and development for the textile industry. Also, testing and consultancy services, and organizers of seminars and workshops. List of publications.
MCCT. Montreal Centre for Contemporary Textiles
Canada. Non-profit corporation, dedicated to research, design, innovation, development and dissemination of information related to the crafts of weaving and spinning. Links to educational programs and related web sites. English and French.
Fabric Online
Comprehensive educational resource on the origins, history and manufacturing processes of textile fabrics and the evolution of fashion. Extensive links to information on natural and man-made fibers, apparel history and culture, and color significance and uses. From The Thinkquest Library.
http://library.thinkquest.org/C004179/
http://library.thinkquest.org/C004179/
DTNW. German Center for Textile Research
Germany. Non-profit organization, funded by industry and government, involved in fundamental and applied research in production processes and performance of textiles. Based in the University of Duisburg.
http://www.uni-duisburg.de/Institute/DTNW/
http://www.uni-duisburg.de/Institute/DTNW/
CSIR
South Africa. Sourcing and developing of science and technologies for the African industry. Design, development and laboratory services for the textile, clothing and related industries. Also, technology acquisition and implementation.
Textiles Intelligence, Ltd
UK. Textile research and publishing company. Business information on the global fiber, textile and apparel industries. Searchable database of market reports. Link to extensive glossary of industry terms.
http://www.textilesintelligence.com/
http://www.textilesintelligence.com/
TEXTRANET. Textile Transfer Network
Non-profit organization of European textile research and technology institutes, focused on the promotion and development of information and knowledge transfer, and the establishment of projects and discussion forums. List of member organizations.
INNOVATEXT. Textile Engineering and Testing Institute
Hungary. Research, development and testing institute for the Hungarian textile and apparel industries. Links to partner organizations. English and Hunarian.
Ministry of Textiles of India
Government office, responsible for policy formulation, planning, development, export promotion and trade regulation in all fields related to the Indian textile industry. Industry reports. Calendar of events. Acts of parliament. Business statistics and analysis. English and Hindi.
The Harris Tweed Authority
UK. Custodians of the Orb trademark for genuine handwoven Scotland wool fabrics. History of Harris tweed. Description of manufacturing process. Downloadable postcards, screensavers and desktop patterns.
Inteletex
Textile business information and resource site. Business news and market reports. Marketplace. Company directory. Calendar of events. From World Textile Publications, Ltd.
All About Fabrics
Information resource for textile fabrics buyers, sellers and users. Suppliers' directory. Marketplace. Design gallery. Calendar of events. CV bank and job opportunities. Comprehensive dictionary. List of textile books. Multi-lingual Site.
http://www.all-about-fabrics.com/
http://www.all-about-fabrics.com/
Guide to Information Sources in Textiles
Comprehensive directory of links to reference sources, publications, research sites, organizations, bibliographies, statistics and commercial companies, relating to the textile and fashion industries. Compiled by Peter Sandison.
http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/concisetextiles.html
http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/concisetextiles.html
TID - Textiles Publications
List of HTML and PDF documents and forms relating to the application for textile import and export licences to and from Hong Kong. From the Hong Kong Trade and Industry Department.
http://www.tid.gov.hk/textonly/english/aboutus/publications/textiles/textiles.html
http://www.tid.gov.hk/textonly/english/aboutus/publications/textiles/textiles.html
CITYC. Centro de Información Textil y de la Confección
Web site of the Spanish information center for the textile, apparel and leather industries. Links to organizations, educational, research and testing institutes, technological centers and services. Business data and news. English and Spanish.
Fabric Finder
Internet resource for buyers, designers and students in the fashion and textile industries. Database is searchable by fiber, fabric structure, color, application, code and manufacturer.
The Roger Milliken Textile Library
Link page to catalogues, references, acquisitions and literature search at the worlds' largest English language textile library. Based in The Institute of Textile Technology, Virginia.
ATW Solutions
Information resource for the textile and yarn spinning industries. Categorised company directory. Links to organizations, and government and education sites. Marketplace. Virtual exhibition. Market and technical news.
The Textile Guide
Information resource for professionals involved in the fabrics specification process. Environment and sustainability. Natural and man-made fibers. Manufacturing processes. Color matching methods. Testing procedures and flammability test. Detailed glossary of terms and phrases. From Interface, Inc.
http://www.thetextileguide.com/
http://www.thetextileguide.com/
The Textile Rooms
Information resource and marketplace for fibers, yarns, textile products and machinery. Dictionaries, glossaries and conversion tables. Search engines, directories, chat forum and global events calendar.
GTTA. Garment, Textile and Technology Association
Ireland. Organization of scholars and professionals, focused on aiding textile and clothing companies with achieving improved business performance. Consultancy. Training and education, and research, design and development services.
http://www.mtpltd.com/gtta.htm
http://www.mtpltd.com/gtta.htm
Textil Server
Resource for the German textile and apparel industry. Directories of manufacturers, suppliers and organizations. Technical information. Calendar of fairs and exhibitions. List of books and publications. Links to retail outlets. English and German.
Textile Industries
Resources and magazines for the global textile industry.
http://www.textileindustries.com/
http://www.textileindustries.com/
FabricLink
Educational resource for textile fabrics, home furnishings and care. Retailer and consumer information, educational presentations from fiber and fabric manufacturers, on-line textile seminar and product knowledge center. Dictionary of fabric terms and consumer guides.
Gutman Library
From the Philadelphia University, USA. Categorized collections of links to textile art, chemistry, technology and industry.
http://www.philau.edu/library/resources/textiles.html
http://www.philau.edu/library/resources/textiles.html
Fashion Creative Network
Information resource on the Japanese fashion and textile market. Monthly reviews of sales. Links to resources and industry sites. Free company registration.
Textiles Information Server
Interactive information service or the textile industry. Searchable database of companies, products and processes. Free company listing and marketplace. News, events calendar, job postings and forum.
Centre for Canadian Fashion and Design
Information resource on textile fabrics and fashion design. Complete list and descriptions of natural fibers.
http://www.ntgi.net/ICCF&D/plant.htm
http://www.ntgi.net/ICCF&D/plant.htm
TexWatch
Information resource for the global textile and apparel industries. World wide industry news, market reports and prices. Discussion board and newsletter. Free company listing. Trading in fibers, yarns, fabrics and garments. Also, stock lots, machinery and accessories. Links to dictionaries, fashion portals and designer database.
Textile Resources
From the Library Learning Center of the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Categorized directory of links to textile related web sites.
http://stoutinfo.uwstout.edu/lib/subjects/textile.htm
http://stoutinfo.uwstout.edu/lib/subjects/textile.htm
Maison du Lin
Information resource on linen for designers, manufacturers, buyers and journalists. Company and designer listings, and designer book. English and French.