Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, is set to present a comprehensive portfolio of advanced solutions at Techtextil 2026, enabling technical textile manufacturers to achieve high performance while enhancing sustainability and productivity. The exhibition will take place from April 21 to 24 in Frankfurt, Germany, where Archroma will exhibit its innovations in Hall 9.0.
Highlighting the critical role of chemicals and dyes in technical textiles, Archroma will introduce a wide range of solutions designed to address evolving industry demands across key application segments.
“Mills and brands across the fast-growing technical textiles market are being squeezed between rising performance requirements, stringent sustainability commitments and tightening regulations. Archroma’s innovations tackle multiple challenges at the same time, so you can achieve premium functionality without compromise,” Dhirendra Gautam, Vice President Commercial, Archroma, said.
At the event, visitors will have the opportunity to explore Archroma’s solutions across multiple technical textile segments:
In the outdoor and active wear segment, Archroma is presenting technologies that combine durability, comfort, and sustainability. These include non-PFAS durable water repellents, advanced ink systems for high-performance coloration across natural and synthetic fibers, and solutions tailored for high-speed textile printing.
For workwear and uniforms, the company is showcasing solutions designed to deliver durability, comfort, and performance under demanding conditions. These include advanced treatments for improved wash durability, enhanced elasticity, and water repellency, as well as specialized systems for military camouflage applications that meet stringent standards for infrared reflectivity and color fastness.
In the nonwovens segment, Archroma is introducing formaldehyde-free binder solutions that deliver high mechanical performance, durability, and regulatory compliance. These solutions are engineered for applications across filtration, construction, automotive, and furniture sectors, addressing both performance and environmental considerations.
For automotive and transportation applications, Archroma is presenting solutions that enhance durability, comfort, and safety, including technologies designed to improve UV resistance and meet stringent performance requirements for interior textiles.
A key highlight of Archroma’s showcase is its focus on sustainable performance finishes. The company’s solutions are designed to support compliance with PFAS restrictions and evolving sustainability standards, while ensuring durability and verifiable performance. Through its High IQ® lastingrepel program, Archroma provides independent assurance of performance standards, along with branding tools that enable mills and brands to communicate product benefits effectively.
Archroma is also expanding its sustainability initiatives through a partnership with HeiQ, combining its expertise with advanced antimicrobial and odor-control technologies. These solutions deliver proven protection against odors while maintaining fabric breathability and softness over repeated use.
Supporting all these innovations is Archroma’s SUPER SYSTEMS+ platform, which integrates end-to-end textile processing solutions from sizing to finishing. This system enables manufacturers to achieve resource efficiency, adopt cleaner chemistries, and deliver long-lasting functional performance.
Techtextil, held biennially in Frankfurt, continues to be a leading global platform for technical textiles and nonwovens, attracting a wide international audience across the value chain. Archroma will be present at Booth D41 in Hall 9.0, where visitors can explore its latest innovations and engage with its technical experts.