Transforming Europe’s Synthetic Textiles Industry with DiMAT

By AITEX – Jorge Doménech & Marina Munar
November 2024

Jorge Doménech and Marina Munar are working together with the DiMAT project to explore how digital modelling and optimisation can revolutionise the synthetic textile industry. Their focus is on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and making European manufacturers more competitive through advanced simulation tools.

One of the biggest challenges in synthetic textile production is optimising complex processes like melt spinning, where polymers are melted and extruded into fibres. Traditionally, manufacturers relied on costly physical testing to refine these processes. Now, digital simulations allow companies to predict material behaviour, fine-tune parameters, and enhance product performance without wasteful trial-and-error experimentation.

Beyond melt spinning, digital tools also improve net knitting by optimising mechanical properties, ensuring stronger and more durable products, such as fishing nets. By integrating these innovations, manufacturers can increase sustainability while maintaining high-quality production.

Through DiMAT, Jorge and Marina are collaborating with industry leaders on pilot projects across Europe, validating these technologies in real-world applications.

As the project progresses, they invite companies to join as early adopters, helping shape a more sustainable and competitive future for synthetic textiles.

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