Shoulder bags with a second life: from trade show stand to sustainable carry bag Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword, but a conscious choice. This project demonstrates that approach by transforming used trade show fabrics from Ansell into durable shoulder bags. Materials that would normally be discarded after an event are given a new and meaningful purpose. The original trade show fabrics are carefully selected and processed into strong, reusable bags. Instead of becoming waste, they are given a second life as a functional product designed for everyday use. Each piece is unique Because each bag is made from existing trade show materials, no two [...]

Captain’s Armbands for Major Belgian Cycling Classics Earlier this year, we produced the captain’s armbands for several major Belgian cycling events — including iconic races such as Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, Gent–Wevelgem and the Tour of Flanders. A project where speed, precision and reliability were essential. The organisers required strong elastic bands that could withstand intensive use while remaining comfortable during the events. For this project, we used a wide 9 cm elastic, which we cut to the exact required length in our production. The bands were then printed with the correct race-specific text and stitched closed according to the requested finish. Each function had its own colour: Red [...]

Protective covers and custom textile solutions for museums At Devos Arrotex, textile craftsmanship goes beyond production and manufacturing — it’s also about creating sustainable solutions for highly specific applications. A great example of this are the protective covers we developed for the War Heritage Institute. These covers are designed to safely preserve valuable historical uniforms and costumes in storage. This project required high-end custom work: the fabric had to be completely free of any chemical substances that could damage delicate museum pieces. That’s why we used 100% natural calico cotton, carefully pre-washed and ironed to eliminate shrinkage and remove all finishing residues. Each cover was made according to strict [...]