The Advanced Textiles Conference will take place in the US on October 6 and 7, 2015. More than 25 speakers will make presentations on advanced textiles industry participants. There will be three programming tracks. One includes market forecasts for wearable electronic devices; stretchable electronic ink and smart clothing; garments as computers; the future of 3D printing; and several sessions on biomaterials, infection control technologies and commercial issues related to them. Additional sessions cover super-non wetting fibers and fabrics; lightweight, soft body armor; high-visibility materials; and business topics on diversification and branding.

An informal seminar includes opportunities for participants to ask questions from textile experts. Of special interest at this year’s event is special programming and events on testing. Presenters will answer questions like: How do I choose a test method? What do the results tell me? What do the results not tell me? How do I use these results in my own marketing? And Where do I go for further resources?

Among those attending are vice presidents, general managers, engineers, designers, product teams, supply chain managers, purchasers, marketers, brand managers and retailers. There will also be fiber and yarn producers, chemical companies, coaters and laminators, weavers and knitters.

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