intelligent sorting by textile type in recycling

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Smarter textile sorting of dirty clothes with chemical sensors

Easy sorting and recycling of clothes with artificial intelligence and infrared spectrometer in automation

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Analysis and determination of textiles in recycling

Recycling and the circular economy are an issue not only in Germany, but worldwide. In order to counteract the trend towards fast fashion and to be able to reuse clothing that is hardly ever worn, sorting by textile type and sensory detection, including stain detection, is of crucial importance.

Clothing can be scanned non-destructively using an infrared spectroscope, even on a conveyor belt. The type of textile and the composition of stains are analyzed in real time. AI algorithms are used to separate by fiber type, washing program or general condition. This gives valuable textiles a new lease of life and contributes to a cleaner environment.

Smart washing machines and easier sorting in industrial laundries

Who hasn’t experienced torn labels and not being sure at what temperature the clothes will be damaged? In future, a smart washing machine with a textile sensor will be able to help us make the right decision when choosing a washing program or warn us that our favourite woollen sweater cannot be washed at 60 degrees. For hospital and hotel laundry, a spectrometer can help to analyze stubborn stains and thus provide a recommendation for stain treatment.

In Europe, 7.5 million tons of textile waste are generated every year, of which less than one percent is recycled, although recycling rates of 18 – 26% are estimated to be realistic by 2030. (McKinsey)

Smarte Waschmaschinen und erleichterte Sortierung in Industriewäschereien

Wer kennt das nicht, abgerissene Etiketten und man ist sich nicht sicher bei welcher Temperatur die Kleidung schaden nimmt. Eine smarte Waschmaschine mit Textilsensor wird uns in Zukunft unterstützen können, die richtige Entscheidung für die Auswahl des Waschprogramms zu treffen oder uns warnen, dass der Lieblingswollpullover nicht bei 60 Grad zu waschen ist.

Auch bei Krankenhaus und Hotelwäsche kann ein Spektrometer hartnäckige Flecken analysieren und somit eine Empfehlung für die Fleckbehandlung geben.

Simply recognize plagiarism

Today, most counterfeits are barely recognizable to the naked eye. To save costs, counterfeit handbags, wedding dresses, sports shoes, Persian carpets etc. are made from cheaper materials that can contain considerable amounts of harmful substances. Instead of leather, artificial leather is used; instead of pure silk, polyester is used; instead of wool, a blended fabric is used. A miniaturized infrared spectrometer helps to identify differences clearly and quickly. Labels and brand labels offer no security, a scan with the spectrometer creates trust and offers certainty for all stages of a supply chain, from fabric purchasing to production, intermediate trade, customs control, through to the specialist retailer and end customer.

7% to 10% of global trade is counterfeit and pirated. This causes an estimated economic loss of 200 to 300 billion euros per year and destroys more than 200,000 jobs in the EU. (European Commission)

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