CreateMe Technologies introduces advanced robotic systems aimed at minimizing manufacturing costs and environmental impact, potentially transforming the fashion industry.
CreateMe Technologies has unveiled a new innovation aimed at reshaping apparel manufacturing through advanced robotic systems. This technology is designed to minimize manufacturing costs while significantly cutting down on environmental impacts by embedding circularity into the production process to reduce waste and emissions.
The company’s objective is to establish a closed-loop system, which allows products to be efficiently disassembled once consumers are finished using them, enabling materials to be recycled and reintroduced into the supply chain. “CreateMe is uniquely positioned to transform how apparel is made,” said Cam Myers, Founder and CEO of CreateMe. He emphasized the importance of their “thermoreversible adhesive science” as a key element for enhancing recycling opportunities within the automated assembly manufacturing process.
The fashion industry is notorious for its environmental footprint, generating approximately 92 million tons of textile waste annually. A significant portion of this waste ends up in landfills. Currently, textile recycling is limited by manual labor requirements needed for de-stitching and separating different materials, making it non-scalable. However, CreateMe’s partnership with the University of Warwick utilizes reversible adhesive technology that allows for automated assembly and disassembly of garments, tackling the recycling challenges faced in the industry.
Professor Remzi Becer from the University of Warwick noted, “This collaboration demonstrates how material science and automation can converge to address global sustainability challenges.” He pointed out that the implications of their technology extend beyond the fashion industry, potentially benefiting sectors such as healthcare, automotive, aerospace, and home goods.
As part of its initiative, CreateMe and Warwick are actively approaching industry leaders to expand the use of this advanced adhesive technology. This scalable approach aims to address sustainability challenges comprehensively and could revolutionize not just apparel manufacturing, but various industries reliant on circular production models.
CreateMe has positioned itself as a leading apparel technology company, pushing for sustainable production that aims to reduce waste and improve recyclability. Holding over 95 patents, the company combines robotics, digital adhesives, and AI technologies to redefine standards in fashion. The University of Warwick contributes its noted expertise in research and innovation, recognized for addressing critical global sustainability issues.
Source: Noah Wire Services
