Jeanologia is aligning with the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) and the H&M Foundation.
The Spanish technology firm has joined the Open Lab initiative, a lab funded by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Hong Kong government and housed at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Led by HKRITA and the H&M Foundation, the lab aims to create a dynamic hub for the entire textile value chain while driving innovations to tackle climate change challenges.
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The Open Lab initiative aims to become a global leader in applied research and industrial solutions. It is supporting over 80 projects aimed at transforming the textile industry’s approach to sustainability.
At the heart of the facility is the Pilot Plant, an industrial-scale recycling line designed for demonstrations and technology testing. It also features the Green Machine 2.0, which separates polyester fibers from PET-cotton blended textiles at scale, with the capacity to recycle up to one ton of material daily.
“We firmly believe that the future of fashion will be eco-efficient, and through partnerships like this one, we are building that future today,” said Enrique Silla, Jeanologia CEO. “Technological innovation is key to solving the industry’s most urgent challenges.”
Jeanologia enhances the lab with technological solutions that reduce water, chemical, and energy use in the textile industry. Key innovations include the H2 Zero water recovery system, a closed-loop process that allows for the reuse of water without chemicals, while also minimizing energy consumption. The lab also features the eco-efficient Smart Box washing line, which significantly cuts water, energy, and chemical use during textile washing.
Additionally, Jeanologia’s e-Flow technology uses nanobubbles to precisely apply chemicals to garments with minimal water and zero waste. G2 technology, which uses atmospheric air to generate ozone that interacts with textile dyes to create authentic worn finishes on garments, all without emissions and with substantial savings in water and chemicals.
“The creation of the Open Lab presents a unique opportunity to unite brands, manufacturers, and suppliers in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment. We are confident that, together with HKRITA and the H&M Foundation, we will make significant strides toward a more circular and efficient textile future,” Silla said.
