Issue 1 / 2026
Special issue on Advanced textile technologies 
Article: The influence of knitting structures of men’s socks on thermophysiological comfort in dynamic conditions
Authors: TASIĆ PREDRAG, TRAJKOVIĆ DUŠAN, GERŠAK JELKA
Pages: 3–16
DOI: 10.202539/IT.077.01.2024177
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
The influence of environmental conditions on the thermophysiological comfort of men’s socks with different knitting
structures was investigated using an objective evaluation of comfort in dynamic conditions. Men’s socks made in three
knitting structures – R22, R31 and R71 rib constructions with the same raw material composition were used: bamboo
yarn, filament polyamide yarn and wrapped elastomeric yarn for the sock welt. The influence of climate factors artificially
generated in the climate chamber was analysed by measuring three physiological parameters: skin temperature, relative
humidity on the skin’s surface and temperature of the microclimate between socks and shoes. The results of the
research indicate that the knitting structures of socks have a significant impact on their thermophysiological comfort. For
an ambient temperature of 20°C and a relative humidity of 50% (autumn and spring conditions), preference is given to
socks with R22 construction.
Keywords: socks, thermal properties, rib constructions, physiological properties, comfort
Citation: Predrag, T., Dušan, T., Jelka, G., The influence of knitting structures of men’s socks on thermophysiological comfort in dynamic conditions, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 3–16, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.2024177
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Article: Design of weft-knitted spacer fabrics: impact of fabric structure parameters on thermal-wet comfort and cushioning performance
Authors: YUE WANG, XIAO-XIA SONG
Pages 17-24
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.2024161
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
Weft-knitted spacer fabrics are characterised by their lightweight nature, thermal insulation, air permeability, and
elasticity. To explore their application potential in garment fabric development, this study proposes a novel weft-knitting
process based on traditional spacer fabric knitting techniques, which incorporates functional yarns into the spacer layer.
Based on this process, the influence of varying fabric structures, including the spacer layer structure, the number of
spacer layers, and the type of reinforcing yarn, on the thermal-wet comfort and cushioning properties of weft-knitted
spacer fabrics is analysed. A three-factor, three-level orthogonal experiment was designed to produce 9 fabric samples,
which were tested for compressibility, air permeability, moisture permeability, and thermal insulation. Variance analysis
of the test data reveals the relative significance of the three factors. Experimental results indicate that the structure of
the spacer layer has the most significant impact on fabric performance, followed by the type of reinforcement yarn, while
the number of spacer layers has a relatively minor effect. Furthermore, during the compression tests, the compression
stress-strain curves were fitted and differentiated to analyse the cushioning performance of the spacer fabrics based on
the trends observed in these curves. The experimental findings reveal that the compressibility of the fabric is inversely
proportional to its cushioning properties.
Keywords: spacer fabrics, spacer structure, knitting process, work of compression, thermal-moisture comfort
Citation: Wang, Y., Song, X.-X., Design of weft-knitted spacer fabrics: impact of fabric structure parameters on thermal-wet comfort and cushioning performance, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 17-24, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.2024161
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Article: Numerical investigation of crack orientation and location on the buckling stability of Aluminium stiffened plates: a study for marine and textile applications
Authors: SHOHREH ABADI, SAEED JAMEI, MILAD HEIDARI, SIVASAKTHIVEL THANGAVEL, POOYAN RAHMANIVAHID, ASHWANI KUMAR, RAMONA BIRAU, IULIANA CARMEN BARBACIORU
Pages 25–34
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202590
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
This study numerically investigates the compressive buckling stability of Aluminium stiffened plates, which are critical
components in marine structures and heavy machinery used in the textile industry, with a particular focus on the effects
of crack orientation and eccentricity. Using linear finite element analysis (FEA), the plates were modelled with central
and off-centre cracks under both clamped-free and simply supported-free boundary conditions. The analysis
systematically varied the crack angle and its distance from the plate’s centre to understand their influence on buckling
modes and critical load coefficients. The results demonstrate a significant reduction in buckling stability due to the
presence of cracks. This reduction is highly dependent on the crack’s characteristics, as the most critical case for
buckling occurs when the crack is oriented parallel to the stiffeners (at a 90° angle), significantly lowering the buckling
load for both boundary conditions. Furthermore, the research findings of this article reveal that crack eccentricity plays
a crucial role. For simply supported-free plates, the buckling load is most critically reduced when the crack is closer to
the loaded edge (ey=80mm), while for clamped-free plates, the opposite is true. Quantitatively, a crack can decrease the
buckling coefficient by approximately 11% in clamped-free plates and 17% in simply supported-free plates in the most
critical configurations. This research provides essential insights into the failure mechanisms of stiffened plates,
emphasising the importance of considering crack parameters in structural design and maintenance to ensure the
integrity of marine structures.
Keywords: buckling stability, 1100 Aluminium alloy, stiffened plate, centre and off-centre cracks, FEM method, textile industry
Citation: Abadi, S., Jamei, S., Heidari, M., Thangavel, S., Rahmanivahid, P., Kumar, A., Birau, R., Bărbăcioru, I.C., Numerical investigation of crack orientation and location on the buckling stability of Aluminium stiffened plates: a study for marine and textile applications, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 25–34, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202590
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Article: Digital gold mine: how data assets unlock green innovation potential in the textile industry
Authors: CAIHUA ZHANG, KUNJIAN ZHAO, XUE LEI
Pages 35–40
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202550
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
The textile industry faces increasing dual pressures of digital transformation and environmental compliance due to its
traditionally resource-intensive and pollution-heavy operations. Simultaneously, textile manufacturers struggle with
accessing sufficient capital for green technology investments despite urgent sustainability imperatives. This study
examines how data asset capitalisation drives green innovation through alleviating financing constraints. Analysing
Chinese textile listed firms (2013–2023), we find that data-rich companies achieve significantly greater environmental
innovation performance. Our text-based measure of data assets reveals they function as quality signals to capital
markets, reducing information asymmetry and easing resource constraints for green investments. This effect is amplified
by analyst coverage and becomes more pronounced under environmental uncertainty and regulatory pressure. The
temporal analysis shows an inverted U-shaped pattern with peak influence occurring two years after data asset
development, suggesting an incubation period for capability building. Using geographic distance to data trading centres
as an instrumental variable confirms the causal relationship. The findings highlight a critical pathway through which
digital transformation catalyses sustainable development in the textile industry, bridging information economics and
environmental innovation literature. Our research provides practical implications for textile manufacturers seeking to
leverage digital capabilities for environmental competitiveness and for policymakers designing incentives at the
intersection of digital and green development.
Keywords: data asset capitalisation, green innovation, financing constraints, information asymmetry, environmental policy, textile industry
Citation: Zhang, C., Zhao, K., Lei, X., Digital gold mine: how data assets unlock green innovation potential in the textile industry, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 35–40, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202550
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Article: Minimum wage and green productivity in the textile industry: policy linkages and regional heterogeneity
Authors: DAWEI ZHAO, HUIFANG LIU, HONGJUN ZENG, SHENGLIN MA
Pages 41–54
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202567
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
Enhancing green total factor productivity (GTFP) is essential for achieving high-quality development in the textile
industry, necessitating both theoretical insights and effective policy measures. The purpose of this study is to examine
how minimum wage policies affect environmental and economic efficiency in China’s textile sector, providing empirical
evidence to inform policy decisions that balance worker welfare with sustainable industrial development. This research
examines the influence of the minimum wage on GTFP within the textile sector, utilising manually assembled minimum
wage data along with panel data from 276 Chinese cities spanning the years 2004 to 2023. A fixed-effects model was
employed to investigate the relationship between the minimum wage and GTFP. The results indicate that an increase in
the minimum wage exerts a detrimental effect on GTFP in the textile industry. Further mechanism tests reveal that the
minimum wage impacts GTFP growth in the textile sector through two primary channels: technological innovation and
factor substitution. Heterogeneity analysis shows that the negative impact of the minimum wage on GTFP varies across
different regions, city sizes, and administrative levels, with a more pronounced effect observed in the western regions,
smaller cities, and cities with lower administrative status. These findings offer significant implications for improving GTFP
in the textile industry and fostering high-quality economic development in China.
Keywords: minimum wage, textile industry, green total factor productivity, technological innovation, high-quality economic development
Citation: Zhao, D., Liu, H., Zeng, H., Ma, S., Minimum wage and green productivity in the textile industry: policy linkages and regional heterogeneity, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 41–54, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202567
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Article: Bridging the gap: Environmental regulation and carbon productivity in the textile industry amid dual carbon targets
Authors: XILIN ZHANG, HUIFANG LIU, JIE XU, HONGJUN ZENG, SHENGLIN MA
Pages 55–67
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202568
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
This research assessed the carbon productivity within the textile industry and utilised spatial Durbin and threshold
regression models to empirically examine the relationship between environmental regulation and carbon productivity in
this sector. The findings demonstrate that, at the national level, environmental regulation has generally enhanced the
carbon productivity of China’s textile industry. However, the local impact and spatial spillover effects of environmental
regulation exhibit significant differences. At the regional level, environmental regulation has had a more substantial
positive effect on the carbon productivity of the textile industry in the eastern and central regions, while it has hindered
the improvement of carbon productivity in the western region. Additionally, the local and spatial spillover effects of
environmental regulation vary greatly across different regions. The threshold effect analysis indicates that the impact of
environmental regulation on the carbon productivity of the textile industry is contingent upon the level of textile
technology. In provinces where the threshold value of textile technology has not been met, strengthening environmental
regulation may impede the improvement of carbon productivity in the textile industry. Environmental regulation can boost
the carbon productivity of the textile industry through two pathways: attracting foreign direct investment and optimising
the energy structure.
Keywords: textile technology, environmental regulation, carbon productivity, FDI, energy structure
Citation: Zhang, X., Liu, H., Xu, J., Zeng, H., Ma, S., Bridging the gap: Environmental regulation and carbon productivity in the textile industry amid dual carbon targets, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 55–67, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202568
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Article: Weaving the green thread: configurational drivers of sustainable transformation in the textile industry
Authors: DING LI, HAN YAN, SHIQI ZHANG
Pages 68–82
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202576
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
Green transformation is a critical strategy for promoting sustainable development in the textile industry. Drawing on the
TOE framework, we construct a theoretical model encompassing technological, organisational, and environmental
dimensions. Using panel data from Chinese textile enterprises spanning 2016 to 2024, we apply a combination of
dynamic Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA), Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA), one-way ANOVA, and the
Kruskal–Wallis rank-sum test to explore configurational pathways influencing green transformation. The findings reveal
that no single factor constitutes a necessary condition for high-level green transformation. However, the necessity of
digital transformation and government subsidies has shown a rising trend. Three distinct pathways are identified that
facilitate green transformation: technology–environment driven, technology–organisation driven, and hybrid multi-factor
driven. Inter-group analysis indicates that the consistency scores of these configurations declined collectively in 2020,
followed by a rebound from 2021 onward, with the hybrid pathway demonstrating the greatest stability and effectiveness.
Intra-group analysis suggests that the effectiveness of each configuration varies depending on enterprise size. Our
study demonstrates that the green transformation of textile enterprises is not the result of a single driving force but
emerges from the interplay of multiple factors, offering practical insights for firms pursuing green innovation.
Keywords: textile industry, green transformation, TOE framework, dynamic QCA
Citation: Li, D., Yan, H., Zhang, S., Weaving the green thread: configurational drivers of sustainable transformation in the textile industry, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 68–82, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202576
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Article: Green threads: a bibliometric review of sustainable manufacturing practices in the fashion industry
Authors: AALIYA ASHRAF, ULFAT ANDRABI, SYED MOHD KHALID, RAMONA BIRAU, VIRGIL POPESCU, COSTEL MARIAN, IONASCU, STEFAN MARGARITESCU, ROXANA-MIHAELA NIOATA (CHIREAC)
Pages 83–92
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.2025111
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
The significance of sustainable manufacturing has increased, especially in the fast-fashion sector, amid the growing
urgency of resource depletion, environmental degradation, and unsustainable industrial practices. To map the thematic
and intellectual landscape of research in sustainable fashion and manufacturing, this study performs a thorough
bibliometric analysis. This study uses quantitative and qualitative bibliometric techniques using Biblioshiny (R Studio) to
identify important trends, powerful authors, high-impact publications, prestigious journals, and emerging research
themes based on 194 research documents that were pulled from the Scopus database. The results show that scholarly
interest increased significantly after 2015, with significant increases in publications from 2020 to 2023. Two prominent
sources are Sustainability (Switzerland) and the Journal of Cleaner Production. Key motor themes like recycling,
sustainable development, and the circular economy are highlighted by thematic mapping, and co-authorship networks
show prominent collaborative clusters headed by writers like Shamsuzzaman M. and Islam M.T. There are still gaps in
regional diversity, interdisciplinary integration, and real-world implementation studies, despite an expanding body of
research. For academics, professionals, and legislators hoping to promote sustainable change in the global fashion
manufacturing industry, this paper offers strategic insights.
Keywords: circular economy, green practices, Scopus, sustainability, textile industry, co-authorship network, thematic mapping
Citation: Ashraf, A., Andrabi, U., Khalid, S.M., Birau, R., Popescu, V., Ionașcu, C.M., Margaritescu, S., Nioata (Chireac), R.-M., Green threads: a bibliometric review of sustainable manufacturing practices in the fashion industry, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 83–92, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.2025111
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Article: Research on the construction and application of a multi-regional waterproof rating system for hard shell jackets
Authors: YING WANG, YONGFENG LI, XIANSHAN LUO, YUJUE WANG, WENXIA HAN, CHEN YANG
Pages 93–105
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202598
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
As an important piece of outdoor protective clothing, the waterproof performance of hard shell jackets is a crucial
indicator for measuring their functionality. Traditional testing methods, which are mostly based on the fabric level, fail to
fully consider the complexity of clothing structures. This study proposes an innovative “multi-regional waterproof scoring
system”. Through simulated rainfall experiments, hard shell jackets were divided into key areas such as the head, neck,
shoulders, and chest, and weighted scores were given according to the severity of water infiltration and its impact on
wearing comfort. Six commercially available hard shell jacket samples were selected for systematic testing under
different rainfall intensities. The results show that zippers and stitching parts are key factors affecting waterproof
performance. This rating system can objectively and comprehensively evaluate the protective ability of the entire
garment, holding important application value for product research and development, consumer guidance, and the
improvement of industry testing standards.
Keywords: hard shell jackets, waterproof performance evaluation, multi-regional scoring system, rainfall simulation testing, structural design optimisation
Citation: Wang, Y., Li, Y., Luo, X., Wang, Y., Han, W., Yang, C., Research on the construction and application of a multi-regional waterproof rating system for hard shell jackets, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 93–105, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202598
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Article: Analysis of the carbon emission reduction mechanism in the textile industry under the dual control of carbon emissions and carbon trading prices
Authors: ZHIPENG YAN, JING LIANG, YUNXIA WU, SHENGLIN MA
Pages 106–114
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202579
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
Abstract: The textile industry, as a high-energy consumption and high-emission traditional sector, faces significant
challenges in its emission reduction efforts. This paper, based on the dual control targets for carbon emissions, employs
a panel regression model to empirically examine the impact of carbon trading prices in China’s pilot carbon markets on
carbon emissions and carbon emission intensity in the textile industry. The paper also explores the role of energy
structure and energy efficiency in this process through a mediation effect model. The findings reveal that carbon trading
prices have a significant negative impact on carbon emission intensity in the textile industry, with every 1% rise in carbon
trading prices leading to a 0.005% drop in carbon emission intensity, while their effect on overall carbon emissions is
comparatively weaker. Further analysis indicates that energy efficiency plays a fully mediating role in promoting carbon
emission reductions, whereas adjustments to the energy structure have only a partial mediating effect. The study
suggests that there should be substantial development of carbon trading markets, improvement of the price formation
mechanism, and enhancement of energy efficiency through technological innovation and management optimisation,
thereby facilitating the green and low-carbon transformation of the textile industry. This would provide policy
recommendations and practical guidance for achieving the dual control targets for carbon emissions.
Keywords: textile industry, carbon emission intensity, carbon trading prices, mediation effect
Citation: Yan, Z., Liang, J., Wu, Y., Ma, S., Analysis of the carbon emission reduction mechanism in the textile industry under the dual control of carbon emissions and carbon trading prices, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 106–114, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202579
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Article: Beyond the single thread: how organisational, technological, and environmental factors jointly shape green patent persistence in textile firms
Authors: HAN YAN, DING LI, PEIMING CAO
Pages 115–127
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202577
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
As one of the most resource-intensive and polluting manufacturing industries, the textile sector’s sustained green
patenting activities are garnering increasing attention. This study investigates 48 Chinese A-share listed textile
enterprises, employing a combined Necessity Condition Analysis (NCA) and fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis
(fsQCA) approach. We systematically explore how five antecedent conditions, firm size, executive educational
background, digital transformation, media attention, and government subsidies, collectively influence the sustained
green patent application performance of textile enterprises through various configurations. The results show that
no single factor qualifies as a necessary condition; rather, sustained green patenting emerges from asymmetric
combinations of factors. Media attention and government subsidies appear as common core elements across
configurations associated with high levels of sustained green patenting. We identify two high-performance pathways: an
“environment-dominated–organisational collaboration” pathway and a “technology–environment-driven” pathway.
Conversely, we uncover four pathways associated with low sustained green patenting: “environmental deficiency”,
“technological inadequacy”, “organisational weakness”, and “single-factor presence”. Overall, the study elucidates the
complex causal configurations shaping sustained green patenting in textile firms and offers implications for the industry’s
sustainable development.
Keywords: textile industry, sustained green patent applications, socio-ecological systems theory, fsQCA
Citation: Yan, H., Li, D., Cao, P., Beyond the single thread: how organisational, technological, and environmental factors jointly shape green patent persistence in textile firms, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 115–127, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202577
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Article: Economic policy uncertainty and micro-level green development: an empirical study of Chinese textile firms
Authors: JIALIN ZHANG, PEIHUA HAN, YANLI LI, QI GUO
Pages 128–142
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202595
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
As the world’s second-largest polluter, the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) transformation of the textile
industry is crucial for global sustainable development. China, as a major global textile producer, has textile enterprises
whose ESG performance directly impacts global climate governance objectives. However, economic policy uncertainty
(EPU) poses a significant challenge to the ESG investment decisions of textile firms. ESG investments within the textile
sector are characterised by substantial upfront capital, prolonged payback periods, and elevated risks, rendering them
highly dependent on a stable policy environment. Policy uncertainty can significantly impede enterprises’ green
transition. This study investigates the impact of EPU on the ESG performance of Chinese A-share textile companies
from 2009 to 2024. Our findings indicate that heightened EPU significantly diminishes the ESG performance of textile
enterprises. This negative effect is particularly pronounced in financially distressed firms, those with lower information
transparency, and state-owned enterprises. Mechanism analysis reveals that EPU primarily hampers ESG investment
in textile firms by exacerbating bank credit contraction and prompting firms to increase cash holdings, which collectively
reduce their working capital circulation capacity. This paper extends the literature on ESG determinants from a macro
policy perspective, offering novel theoretical insights and empirical evidence for understanding the green transformation
of traditional manufacturing industries.
Keywords: textile industry, economic policy uncertainty, corporate ESG performance, corporate cash holdings, bank credit
Citation: Zhang, J., Han, P., Li, Y., Guo, Q., Economic policy uncertainty and micro-level green development: an empirical study of Chinese textile firms, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 128–142, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202595
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Article: The impact of ESG performance on green technological innovation in textile enterprises under the dual-carbon strategy
Authors: YUAN YUAN, LIQIN WEN, PENG HU, SHENGLIN MA
Pages 143–162
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202575
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
Under the evolving paradigm shaped by China’s “dual-carbon” goals, green technological innovation has emerged as a
central driver for achieving sustainable development, particularly in the textile industry, a sector characterised by high
resource consumption and significant environmental impact. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
performance, widely recognised as a critical metric for assessing corporate sustainability, has received increasing
attention for its influence on green innovation. This study investigated the relationship between ESG performance and
green technological innovation using panel data from textile companies listed on the A-share markets in Shanghai and
Shenzhen between 2015 and 2023. As a labour-intensive industry with intensive energy use and pollutant emissions,
the textile sector faces unique pressures to transition toward low-carbon operations, making green technological
innovation (e.g., clean production, circular economy technologies) pivotal for its sustainable development. Employing a
fixed-effects model, the study revealed that strong ESG performance significantly promoted green innovation within
textile firms, with the effect displaying notable heterogeneity across ownership types. Further analysis indicated that
ESG performance facilitated green innovation by attracting heightened attention from analysts, thereby alleviating
information asymmetry and enhancing external oversight. These findings contribute to the literature on ESG and
corporate green innovation, offering theoretical and practical guidance for textile firms seeking to enhance green
technological capabilities through improved ESG strategies in the context of China’s dual-carbon policy agenda.
Keywords: dual-carbon targets, ESG performance, green technological innovation, textile enterprises
Citation: Yuan, Y., Wen, L., Hu, P., Ma, S., The impact of ESG performance on green technological innovation in textile enterprises under the dual-carbon strategy, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 143–162, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202575
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Article: Antifungal characteristics of warp-knitted cotton fabrics treated with various metal complexes
Authors: GULNUR ASHIRBEKOVA, VASSILYA JANPAIZOVA, RAMAZAN ERDEM, NESLIHAN CIHANOGLU, BAKHODUR TURAKULOV
Pages 164–176
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.202599
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
This study investigates the antifungal properties of warp-knitted cotton fabrics treated with metal-based compounds
containing sodium tetrahydroxocuprate (Cu), silver diamine (Ag), and sodium zincate (Zn), synthesised via novel,
efficient methods designed to reduce processing complexity and cost. Treatments were applied at concentrations of
0.5% and 1%, and antifungal efficacy was assessed against Candida albicans over 28 days. Surface morphology and
chemical composition analyses were conducted using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive
spectroscopy (EDS), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Results revealed uniform particle distribution
on fabric surfaces. It was found that Cu-based particles tended to accumulate more densely and demonstrated stronger
adhesion on the yarn surfaces. In contrast, in comparison, this effect became gradually weaker in the samples
containing Ag and Zn particles. Antifungal testing demonstrated that Cu-treated fabrics exhibited the highest reduction
in fungal load, achieving a 4 log10 (10,000-fold) decrease at 1% concentration by day 7, with sustained activity through
day 28. Ag treatments resulted in up to a 3.04 log10 reduction, while Zn treatments showed reductions up to 3.22 log10
at 1%. The 1% metal complex concentration consistently outperformed 0.5% across all metals. Findings highlight Cu
compounds as particularly effective for healthcare textiles due to rapid and robust antifungal activity, whereas Ag and
Zn compounds offer stable, long-term protection.
Keywords: antifungal textiles, metal-based coatings, chemical synthesis, warp-knitted cotton fabric, Candida albicans
Citation: Ashirbekova, G., Janpaizova, V., Erdem, R., Cihanoğlu, N., Turakulov, B., Antifungal characteristics of warp-knitted cotton fabrics treated with various metal complexes, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 164–176, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.202599
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Article: Proof-of-concept evaluation of textile waste upcycling through patchwork bedspread design
Authors: NILSEN SUNTER EROGLU, RUMEYSA DEMIRCI
Pages 177–183
DOI: 10.35530/IT.077.01.2025114
Published online: February 2026
Abstract
This pilot study investigates the performance characteristics of bedspreads produced through an upcycling-oriented
design approach using the patchwork technique, compared to conventionally manufactured counterparts. Textile waste
materials sourced from Zorluteks Tekstil Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., certified by OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and
OEKO-TEX® STeP, were reprocessed into single-bed-sized bedspreads in accordance with sustainable design
principles. Both upcycled and conventional bedspreads were composed of three layers, including regenerated fibre
filling and 100% cotton woven fabric. Comprehensive testing was conducted to assess washing fastness, perspiration
fastness (acidic and alkaline), rubbing fastness, water fastness, dimensional stability, tensile strength, and seam
slippage tests in accordance with ISO standards. Exploratory statistical analysis indicated no clear differences in most
fastness properties, except for alkaline perspiration fastness, where patchwork samples showed slightly reduced
performance due to fabric heterogeneity. Notably, upcycled samples demonstrated higher tensile strength, attributed to
increased stitching density, but exhibited greater seam slippage, likely due to multi-fabric assembly. These findings
suggest that upcycled textile products, when manufactured using optimised methods, can match or exceed the
mechanical and functional performance of conventional products, positioning upcycling as a viable industrial strategy for
sustainable textile production.
Keywords: upcycling, bedspread, patchwork, textile waste, sustainability
Citation: Eroğlu, N.S., Demirci, R., Proof-of-concept evaluation of textile waste upcycling through patchwork bedspread design, In: Industria Textila, 2026, 77, 1, 177–183, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.077.01.2025114
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