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Centexbel

Name: Centexbel
Address: Technologiepark 70, Ghent, 9052, BE
Telephone: +3292204151

Textile-related research - development - testing - certification - consulting

Centexbel, the Belgian Textile Research Centre, assists textile manufacturers in introducing technological innovations and in keeping an open mind to economic, social, demographic and other evolutions as well as to technical developments tacking place in other industrial sectors. These innovations and an open mind are crucial elements to survive in a globalised economy.

01/04/2026

✨ Altijd weer bijzonder om samen de schouders te zetten onder een prachtige humanitaire organisatie. Met elkaar maken we écht het verschil. 💛🔥

14/01/2026

Van vlaszaadje tot linnen servet op een vierkante meter in je eigen tuin!

Het Kortrijkse textielmuseum TextielMuseum Texture zet - na een succesvolle eerste editie - opnieuw in op de projecten linen stewards en 1m2 vlas. Linen stewards is een intensief traject voor (semi-)professionelen rond regeneratieve vlasteelt en duurzaam ontwerp. 1m2 vlas richt zich dan weer tot een breed publiek dat zelf thuis aan de slag wil met het kweken en verwerken van vlas op één vierkante meter.

Doe ook mee: https://pers.kortrijk.be/258209-texture-lanceert-tweede-editie-van-linen-stewards-en-1m2-vlas/

11/12/2025

✨ Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Belgian Deputy Prime Minister https://www.centexbel.be/en/news/belgian-deputy-prime-minister-jan-jambon-visits-centexbel-laboratoriesJan Jambon, alongside Jeroen Sarrazyn (Customs Administration), Mathieu Vuylsteke, Advisor European Economic Policy, and Johan De Haese (Cabinet), to the Centexbel laboratories alongside Karla Basselier and Diederik Demuynck from Fedustria.
Read all about the visit: https://www.centexbel.be/en/news/belgian-deputy-prime-minister-jan-jambon-visits-centexbel-laboratories

From testing ultra-cheap imports to ensuring compliance with international standards and ecolabels such as OEKO-TEX®, the visit showcased how Centexbel plays a crucial role in product safety, certification, and innovation.

Our work doesn’t stop at supporting the textile and plastics industry—we also help government authorities strengthen customs controls, enforce new measures like the parcel tax, and protect consumers through initiatives such as testing for Test-Aankoop.

✅ One mission: Safer products. Stronger industry. Better compliance.
A big thank you to everyone involved for making this visit a success!

04/12/2025

Test Achats / Testaankoop sends out 🚨 Toy Safety Alert 🚨

Inge De Witte and Stijn Steuperaert would like to warn all parents, grandparents, sugar aunts and uncles, that our latest tests ordered by Testachats / Testaankoop reveal a shocking truth: 70% of cheap toys sold online fail to meet EU safety standards.

✅ What we tested: Plastic toys, plush animals, and wooden playsets

Main risks:
🧪 Chemical hazards: phthalates, heavy metals, PFAS, formaldehyde
⚙️ Mechanical hazards: choking on small parts, strangulation from cords, sharp edges

The EU Toy Safety Directive (2009/48/EC) sets strict rules, but many products from platforms like Temu, Shein, Wish, and Amazon don’t comply.

Tip: Always check for CE marking and choose quality over quantity. Safer toys mean safer kids. 💡

Read more: https://www.centexbel.be/en/news/test-achats-warns-cheap-toys-temu-amazon-co-are-dangerous

21/10/2025

Some impressions of the successful first day of the Centexbel Coating & Laminating Conference, with lectures, scientific posters, stands and plenty networking opportunities.

👏 A big thank you to all speakers, sponsors, and participants for making this start so promising — here’s to two days of collaboration, inspiration, and innovation!

https://www.centexbel.be/en/agenda/coating-laminating-conference

17/10/2025

🌿 Have Your Say on Textiles EPR Schemes! 👕♻️
🕒 It only takes 1-minute to complete.
We’re running a 1-minute survey to better understand people’s perspectives on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for textiles.
👉 Take the survey https://tinyurl.com/yc4anp7b
📢 Whether you’re involved in textiles, policy, research, or simply passionate about sustainability, your opinion matters!
Let’s work together toward a more sustainable and circular textile system 🌍

09/10/2025

⏳ Be part of the conversation. Be part of the future!
The clock is ticking — registration for the 12th International Coating & Laminating Conference is closing soon, and seats are filling up fast.
This is not just another event — it’s a global meeting point for experts, innovators, and industry leaders shaping the future of coatings and laminates. 🌍
📅 21 & 22 October 2025
📍 Hosted by Centexbel in Gent

Centexbel’s new general manager, Pol Lombaert, will kick off the conference with a welcoming speech, followed by a cutting-edge programme featuring international speakers, breakthrough technologies, and forward-looking insights.

🔗 Explore the full programme: https://www.centexbel.be/en/agenda/coating-laminating-conference/conference-programme
📝 Register now: https://www.centexbel.be/en/agenda/coating-laminating-conference/fees-and-registration

💡 Why you shouldn’t wait:
This is a rare opportunity to connect with top minds in the field.
The programme is packed with inspiration, knowledge exchange, and networking.
Places are limited — and once registration closes, it’s too late.

🤝 Let’s meet, exchange ideas, and challenge each other during two intense and inspiring days in Gent.

20/08/2025

Meet Centexbel’s New General Manager!
Pol Lambert will succeed Jan Laperre on September 1st.

Read more: https://www.centexbel.be/en/news/meet-centexbels-new-general-manager

Throughout his career, Pol has worked on building innovation strategies, supporting product development, and guiding teams through complex technical challenges. He has also been involved in mentoring colleagues and helping shape collaborative environments that foster growth and learning.

His experience with the organization and its mission provides a strong foundation for this new role.

The Centexbel team warmly welcomes Pol Lombaert and looks forward to working together in the coming years.

08/07/2025

SEM of the month: where science meets art!
Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centexbelvkc/

04/07/2025

🌍✨ Celebrating Diversity at Centexbel: International Lunch 2025! ✨🌍

On Monday, June 30th, Centexbel came together for a vibrant International Lunch, where our amazing colleagues shared delicious homemade dishes representing their countries and cultures.

This culinary journey was a testament to the rich diversity of our team. We’re proud to have colleagues who not only bring their skills and expertise but also their unique flavours and traditions from around the world to our workplace!

🙏 A huge thank you to everyone who cooked and contributed:
Armenia: Karin Shaposhnikova
Belgium: Ann De Grijse, Annick Surdiacourt, Inge Desmet, Nancy Deplancke
China: Baoyu Zhang & Tie Guo
Colombia: Cristina Jimenez & Jose Munoz
Iran: Amir Bashirgonbadi, Pegah Zahedifar & Pargol s Parsa Parsa
Lebanon: Rim Bitar
Morocco: Mimouna El Arras
Poland: Monika Rymarczyk
Turkey: Irem Mola, Ozge Begum Akalin, PhD, Elif Soytürk & Samed Kocabas
Germany/USA: Karin Eufinger
UK: Kiyana Godazandeh

26/06/2025

♻️👗 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞

Ontwikkeld door VITO, KU Leuven en Centexbel, pakt het project een van de grootste uitdagingen in de sector aan: de verwijdering van elastaan en kleurstoffen uit gemengde textielsoorten.

𝐖𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐮𝐰?
👉 Optische detectie van elastaan voor efficiënter sorteren
👉 Milieuvriendelijke, selectieve verwijdering van elastaan
👉 Continue verwerking met VITO’s katalysetechnologie
👉 Waardebepaling over de volledige keten heen

Met nieuwe EU-regels die vanaf 2025 de gescheiden inzameling van textiel verplichten en vanaf 2030 een minimum aan gerecycleerde vezels eisen, biedt Recyclex vandaag al de technologie en oplossingen die de industrie nodig heeft.

Gesteund door het Moonshot-innovatieprogramma draagt Recyclex ook bij aan aanzienlijke CO₂-reductie.

👀 Meer weten? Lees het nieuwsbericht op onze website: https://vito.be/nl/nieuws/recyclex-tilt-chemische-textielrecyclage-naar-hoger-niveau-met-innovatieve-methoden-voor

Adres

Technologiepark 70
Ghent
9052

Openingstijden

Maandag	08:00 - 17:00
Dinsdag	08:00 - 17:00
Woensdag	08:00 - 17:00
Donderdag	08:00 - 17:00
Vrijdag	08:00 - 17:00

Telefoon

+3292204151

Website

https://www.centexbel.be/

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