San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest In U.S. To Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

SAN FRANCISCO — December 11, 2025 — The San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) has become the largest department in the United States to transition its entire fleet to non-PFAS turnout gear.  The gear was purchased in part through a $2.35 million Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) from FEMA and matching funds from the department, amid growing momentum around identifying PFAS alternatives in firefighting gear.

The department worked with textile innovator Milliken & Company and gear manufacturer Fire-Dex to fulfill the order, whose first shipment was delivered this month. The department plans to receive 1,100 sets of non-PFAS turnout gear, one set for every frontline suppression member, by December 31, 2025.

The San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) worked with textile innovator Milliken & Company and gear manufacturer Fire-Dex to transition its entire fleet to non-PFAS turnout gear.

“As the San Francisco Fire Department continues to lead in innovation, we remain steadfast in our commitment to protecting the health and safety of our members. Firefighting is inherently dangerous, and our personnel deserve access to the most modern, protective, and safest turnout gear available. Transitioning to PFAS-free equipment is a critical step in advancing our mission: safeguarding the public by ensuring our firefighters remain healthy and able to serve at their highest capacity,” said SFFD Fire Chief Dean Crispen.

Chief Crispen added, “This distribution represents more than new gear, it reflects a strong, coordinated effort among the Fire Department, our elected leaders, SF Firefighters IAFF Local 798, and the SF Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation. Milliken and Fire-Dex rose to this challenge, demonstrating what is possible when partners are united by a shared purpose. This collaboration is what the residents and visitors of San Francisco expect and deserve. A protected workforce is the foundation of a protected community. By investing in the well-being of our firefighters, we strengthen the health, resilience, and safety of San Francisco as a whole.”

The transition follows an ordinance passed in May 2024 making San Francisco the first city in the country to ban the use of PFAS chemicals in its firefighters’ turnout gear.  With a June 30, 2026 deadline to make the switch, department officials worked efficiently to procure and test potential solutions, selecting the final gear well ahead of the deadline.

The selected gear went through rigorous performance and safety testing, including a 90-day wear trial with 50 firefighters going through live fire training at the San Francisco Division of Training burn rooms. The gear is UL certified and meets the NFPA 1971-2018 and 1971-2025 standards.

While non-fluorinated fabrics have existed for turnout gear outer shells and thermal liners, moisture barrier alternatives remained a key technical challenge. The introduction of  Milliken Assure™ — North America’s first non-PFAS, non-halogenated flame-resistant moisture barrier — in October 2024 made it possible for Fire-Dex to provide SFFD with a solution that met all requirements.

The San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) has become the largest department in the United States to transition its entire fleet to non-PFAS turnout gear.

“A non-PFAS moisture barrier was the missing piece for departments wanting to move away from fluorinated chemicals,” said Marcio Manique, SVP and Managing Director of Milliken’s apparel business. “With Assure™, we refused to trade one hazard for another. It meets the strictest performance standards without adding weight or compromising breathability – giving firefighters exactly what they asked for.”

SFFD worked with MES Life Safety to order the garments from Fire-Dex and size each firefighter individually for their new equipment. Milliken and Fire-Dex have maintained a decade of strategic collaboration that delivers fire service innovation and advancement through U.S. research and manufacturing.

“Fire-Dex is honored to supply the San Francisco Fire Department with AeroFlex turnout gear featuring a non-fluorinated moisture barrier,” said Jeff Koledo, Fire-Dex Vice President of Sales. “We’re grateful to work alongside Milliken and MES in delivering this solution. Our goal has always been to provide fire departments across the country with options that meet their needs — and ultimately ensure they have the essential protection required to keep their communities safe.”

San Francisco encompasses 49 square miles and is the fourth largest city in the state of California. The SFFD is the 10th largest fire department in the United States, serving an estimated 1.5 million people. With 45 stations, firefighters respond to an average of 180,000 annual emergency calls.

Posted: December 12, 2025

Source: Milliken & Company

Auburn University’s Applied Research Institute Expands Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities With CF3D Enterprise Cell

COEUR D’ ALENE, Idaho — December 11, 2025 — Auburn University has expanded its advanced manufacturing capabilities with the purchase of a CF3D Enterprise® cell from Continuous Composites. The system has been installed at the Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus, strengthening the facility’s role within the region’s fast-growing hypersonic development ecosystem.

The acquisition marks a significant step in Auburn’s investment in next-generation composite manufacturing. CF3D Enterprise and the market leading CF3D Studio™ software provides Auburn with the capability to manufacture high performance continuous-fiber composite structures that support research programs focused on the biggest challenges in Aerospace and Defense.

Located on a nine-acre site in Cummings Research Park and minutes from Redstone Arsenal’s Gate 9, the Huntsville campus is surrounded by defense primes, aerospace partners, and organizations driving national-priority programs. The facility houses the Auburn University Applied Research Institute and includes configurable laboratories, modeling and simulation environments, secure research areas, and dedicated workspaces for interns and graduate researchers. It serves as Huntsville’s primary connection to the university’s research programs and technical capabilities.

Auburn’s Huntsville team views the CF3D Enterprise as both a research tool and a strategic capability. Its integration aligns with the area’s growing focus on hypersonics, where advanced composite architectures are essential for thermal performance and structural efficiency The system also strengthens Auburn’s collaboration with Continuous Composites on hypersonic initiatives and supports the university’s engagement with government, industry, and defense partners. Auburn’s proven ability to execute high impact applied research makes them an outstanding partner for advancing this technology.

“Huntsville continues to be the gravitational center of hypersonic development in the United States, and Auburn is investing where it matters,” said Steve Starner, CEO of Continuous Composites. “The addition of a CF3D Enterprise cell gives Auburn and its partners a modern composite manufacturing capability and a toolset to explore structural concepts that were previously out of reach.”

The installation enables Auburn researchers to work directly with the surrounding defense community, accelerating prototyping workflows and applied materials research. Students and faculty also gain hands-on experience with digital composite manufacturing, a growing requirement across aerospace and defense programs.

“Auburn’s presence in Huntsville places us in the center of national-priority programs,” said Luke Boyer, Ph.D., Lead Principal Research Engineer and Advanced Manufacturing Team Lead. “Integrating CF3D into our capabilities expands our support for hypersonic development and gives partners the ability to study structural concepts grounded in real manufacturing data.”

Continuous Composites will host a CF3D Tech Tour at Auburn University’s Huntsville Research and Innovation Center on March 11, 2026. The event will operate at a Distro C classification level and will bring together aerospace OEMs, defense primes, research institutions, and government stakeholders for technical discussions, demonstrations, and a firsthand look at the CF3D Enterprise Cell. If you would like to receive an invitation, please fill out this form at: https://continuouscomposites.com/cf3d-tech-tour/ to be added to the invitation list. Additional details will be shared soon.

Posted: December 11, 2025

Source: Continuous Composites

The Composites Institute® (IACMI) Launches ‘Make It In America’ National Outreach Campaign

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.. — December 11, 2025 — The Composites Institute® (IACMI), today announced the launch of ‘Make It In America’, a national outreach campaign to raise awareness of careers in advanced manufacturing and help fill the 3.8 million jobs needed by 2030.

America’s Cutting Edge (ACE)

Leveraging IACMI’s two workforce development programs, America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) and Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning (METAL), the outreach campaign will educate emerging workers about available job opportunities and the critical role manufacturing plays both locally and globally.

Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning (METAL)

“The manufacturing industry is undergoing a revitalization that is opening up new and unprecedented career paths,” said Justin Brooks, IACMI Deputy Director of Workforce Development. “The campaign theme ‘Make It In America’ reflects both the tangible products made in manufacturing and the rewarding careers people can build for themselves.

“We are committed to equipping individuals with the necessary training to start them on this path and thrive in today’s evolving manufacturing landscape. With this campaign, we’re on a mission to find the next generation of innovative makers across the United States who will create the solutions of tomorrow.”

As part of the “Make It In America” initiative, IACMI will establish an annual award spotlighting rising stars shaping the future of America’s manufacturing workforce. The award will be open to any business that wants to recognize an employee who embodies a modern manufacturing mindset and a willingness to learn new skills. Winners of the award will be announced in the summer of 2026.

IACMI Workforce Development

Established in 2015 by the Department of Energy, IACMI today leads advanced composites innovation and novel workforce solutions through public and private partnerships to strengthen American manufacturing and national defense. IACMI, through an agreement with the Department of War, and funding through its Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program, launched the ACE workforce development program in December 2020, focusing on educating students about the machine tool industry, specifically computer numerical control (CNC). Since then, the program has expanded to include training about composites, metrology, cybersecurity, and smart manufacturing.

Following the success of ACE, METAL was launched in 2023 to support growth in the casting and forging industries. METAL provides internships, apprenticeship opportunities and direct training for quick on-ramps into the industry. Both programs are designed to directly address the urgent need to fill millions of open manufacturing jobs today and in the years to come. ACE and METAL are intended to help rebuild America’s manufacturing workforce and strengthen the supply chains critical to our nation’s competitiveness.

ACE and METAL are free and offer an online learning platform plus an in-person, hands-on bootcamp. Since 2020, more than 5,000 have graduated from the programs. More than 50 universities, colleges, and training partners have joined this effort.

To learn more about IACMI and the ‘Make It In America’ outreach campaign, visit makeit.org.

Posted: December 11, 2025

Source: IACMI –The Composites Institute® (IACMI)

INDA Releases New North American Nonwovens Industry Demand & Forecast Report

CARY, N.C. — December 10, 2025 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has released the North American Nonwovens Industry Demand & Forecast, 2024–2029, the thirteenth edition of its authoritative market intelligence series. The report provides detailed demand data from 2019–2024 and forecasts through 2029, incorporating the most recent tariff changes enacted by the current administration and their expected impacts on nonwoven market dynamics.

Redesigned to better support strategic planning and investment decisions, the report offers a reliable, accurate view of demand across all North American nonwoven end-use markets. Forecasts are built from robust analyses of key market drivers and trends, presenting the industry’s growth potential in dollar value, units, and volume (square meters and tonnage).

“This report provides insights on nonwoven demand across the short-life and long-life market segments,” said Tony Fragnito, President & CEO of INDA. “The intelligence included here is critical for business leaders responsible for asset management, operational planning, and long-term strategy.”

“The nonwovens industry is constantly evolving and innovating, making it an increasingly attractive area for investment and growth,” said Mark Snider, INDA’s Chief Market & Research Analyst. “This report will help guide both current participants and new investors as they navigate emerging opportunities.”

Key components of the report include:

  • Economic and population drivers shaping market growth in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada over the next five years
  • Demand analysis for Disposable, Filtration, Wipes, Medical, and other applications
  • Long-life durable sectors including Transportation, Building & Construction, Furnishings, Geotextiles & Agro Textiles, and Apparel
  • Key demand model drivers and historical market disruptors, including the COVID-19 pandemic
  • A summary of historical patterns and future trends influencing the nonwovens sector

The new Demand & Forecast report complements INDA’s North American Nonwoven Supply Report (released May 2025), which provides capacity, production, and trade flow data. Together, the Supply and Demand reports offer a complete view of the market—past, present, and future—and serve as essential tools for business leaders seeking a comprehensive understanding of industry performance and trajectory.

For more information or to purchase the North American Nonwovens Industry Demand & Forecast report, visit: www.inda.org/market-intelligence/

For questions, contact INDA at publications@inda.org

Posted: December 11, 2025

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

CreateMe Expands C-suite, Strengthens Advisory Bench To Drive Next Wave Of AI-Powered Apparel Manufacturing

NEWARK, Calif. — December 10, 2025 — CreateMe Technologies, an AI robotics company pioneering automated apparel manufacturing, today announced the promotion of Nick Chope to chief engineer and head of manufacturing and Natasha Chand to executive advisor, marking a major step toward full-scale manufacturing and the continued commercialization of the company’s technology in the U.S.

Nick Chope

In this new, expanded role, Chope will focus on advancing CreateMe’s MeRA™ (Modular-engineering Robotic Assembly) platform to support multiple garment categories and customers, accelerating the development of next-generation Physical AI tools that teach robotic systems to see, grasp and manipulate fabrics. Leading across product development, R&D, engineering, and manufacturing, Chope will shape how CreateMe brings its automation breakthroughs to commercial scale.

With more than 20 years of experience in robotics, automation, and apparel—including roles at Apple, Microsoft, and Tegra, and nearly five years with CreateMe—he has consistently identified opportunities to modernize manufacturing methods and innovate through automation and adhesive assembly. In his new role, he will ensure the company delivers both technical and operational performance.

Natasha Chand

Natasha Chand joins as an executive advisor, having served as the former global CEO of Amazon Softlines Private Label (apparel, footwear, and accessories) and as a former board member at HanesBrands. Chand brings over 25 years of global omni-channel business leadership and is known for transforming the trajectory of consumer brands through strategic leadership, invention on behalf of customers, and a technology-first mindset.

Chand joins fellow advisors Angus Taylor (former president & CEO, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence), Bill McRaith (former chief supply chain officer, PVH), Paul Herring, Jr. (former chief supply chain officer, Converse) and Remzi Becer, Ph.D. (professor of sustainable polymer chemistry, University of Warwick).

Cam Myers

“Nick has been instrumental in validating automated production lines from concept to scale, including shaping the integration of CreateMe’s own AI model for deformable material assembly, into our automated adhesive robotics technology,” said Cam Myers, CEO at CreateMe.

“Natasha’s experience driving large-scale transformations at Amazon, Hanes, Target, and Levi’s brings an invaluable perspective, connecting how consumers buy with how products are designed, manufactured, and delivered. Under Nick’s leadership and Natasha’s strategic guidance, CreateMe is positioned to lead this next chapter of apparel manufacturing redefined by technology.”

“The apparel industry has relied on the same antiquated 200-year-old sewing machine for far too long. CreateMe is leading one of the most important shifts the industry has seen in generations—redefining how and where clothes are made—and I’m excited to be part of it,” said Chand. “Now is the moment for brands to take a big swing at modernizing their business models around this new way of manufacturing.”

Alongside Chope’s appointment, CreateMe is accelerating a multi-million-dollar, multi-year investment in Physical AI research, leveraging its expanding portfolio of AI patents to advance robotic dexterity and cement its leadership in next-generation apparel manufacturing. These initiatives represent a major step toward full commercial operation in 2026, when CreateMe expects to scale from pilot programs to high-volume production across multiple apparel categories. To learn more about CreateMe’s ongoing research initiatives, visit createme.com/research.

CreateMe was recently accepted into the NVIDIA Inception Program, joining a global community of AI startups building the next generation of accelerated computing. Through Inception, CreateMe gains access to NVIDIA’s advanced technical resources and ecosystem support, further validating its leadership in robotics and Physical AI applied to next-generation apparel manufacturing and strengthening its path toward commercial-scale U.S. production.

Posted: December 11, 2025

Source: CreateMe

AFFOA Broadens Support For U.S. Textile Mfgs. With No-Cost Development Access With PAFF 3.0

BEDFORD, Mass. — December 10, 2025 — Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) announced the third round of its Product Accelerator for Functional Fabrics (PAFF 3.0). The program provides access to AFFOA’s technical expertise, pilot development capabilities, and product-advancement resources to U.S. textile manufacturers, startups, and fabric innovators, with AFFOA covering labor costs enabled by government funding.

PAFF 3.0 expands the program’s scope to accelerate Digital Engineering/ Manufacturing, Textile Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Scale-Up, and advancing the TRL/MRL of Advanced Fibers and Fabric Products. The emphasis is on shortening development cycles and helping American manufacturers bring new products to market faster, without the burden of labor costs on participating companies.

“As a Manufacturing USA Innovation Institute, AFFOA is committed to directly supporting America’s textile innovation ecosystem and accelerating advanced fiber and fabric product development,” said Sasha Stolyarov, Ph.D., AFFOA’s CEO. “PAFF 3.0 provides U.S. companies with no-cost access to our team of technical experts and specialized equipment at AFFOA headquarters, enabling scale-up and maturation of new processes and products. In today’s climate of tight margins, PAFF offers a critical development pathway that can be difficult to achieve independently.”

Key dates for PAFF 3.0 are as follows: pre-proposals are due February 15, 2026; final proposals are due April 15, 2026; and award announcements are expected April 30,2026.

AFFOA will also host a webinar on December 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time to help potential applicants understand the process, capabilities, and FAQs., U.S.-based companies can register at affoa.org/PAFF. Notable prior PAFF awardees include Z-Polymers, LOOMIA, DCS Corp, and Nuream, which have advanced the development of new products and process capabilities through the program.

For more information about PAFF 3.0, eligibility, and how to apply, visit affoa.org/PAFF or contact AFFOA’s PAFF team at PAFF@affoa.org.

Posted: December 11, 2025

Source: Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA)

Better Cotton Initiative And Planboo To Launch Biochar Project In India

GENEVA — December 9, 2025 — The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) and climate technology startup Planboo have today announced the launch of a new project that will pilot the production and use of biochar on cotton farms in India to drive, measure and monetise environmental improvements, and assess its scalability within the sector.

Cotton field demonstrates the impact of using biochar to improve soil health (right-hand side of field) compared to conventional soil management (left-hand side of field).
Photo: Planboo. Location: Sinazongwe, Zambia, 2024.

The project, which is due to start in February 2026, will see at least 75 farmers transform agricultural waste from January’s cotton harvest into biochar – a charcoal-like substance that can improve soil health and store carbon in the ground for more than a century.

Lars van Doremalen, Director of Impact at the Better Cotton Initiative, said: “Since announcing our partnership with Planboo in September, we have been working to identify the locations and partners required to test this promising solution. Biochar holds the potential to unlock huge greenhouse gas emission reductions and carbon removals while fortifying farming communities against the effects of climate change.”

In Gujarat and Maharashtra, three kilns will be installed capable of processing 375 tonnes of agricultural waste and yielding 60-70 tonnes of biochar. Farmers will be offered training in February 2026 to demonstrate how they can use the kilns to produce biochar and transition away from commonly practised crop residue burning, which is damaging to both the environmental and people’s health.

Throughout the project, Planboo’s digital Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRVin) system will capture data points from the production of biochar to the calculation of carbon removals.

This end-to-end software accurately calculates waste inputs, biochar volumes, carbon removals, and in turn streamlines the availability of carbon data. The quantification of carbon reductions and removals using this data will create new income streams for communities.

Freddie Catlow, Founder of Planboo, said: “Cotton farmers are sitting on an unrealised asset, their crop residues, currently going up in smoke. With Planboo’s MRVin technology, farmers can learn, burn and earn by turning their waste into biochar. This durable, accredited form of carbon removal, builds resilience into soils, supporting farmers, the foundation of the cotton textile industry.”

The project will conclude in 2026 at which time BCI will share project learnings and outcomes with its members. The project will measure how biochar influences key agricultural indicators such as crop yield, water retention, as well as data on reduced farm level emissions and carbon removed.

In the longer term, both BCI and Planboo will assess the potential to take this approach to scale by demonstrating the value it can provide from environmental and economic improvements at the field level to Scope 3 reduction data and carbon credits.

Posted: December 10, 2025

Source: The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI)

OrthoLite Appoints Marco Grott As Country Manager In Indonesia

AMHERST, Mass. — December 10, 2025 — OrthoLite, the global supplier of branded, high-performance, comfort footwear solutions, announces Marco Grott as Country Manager for OrthoLite Indonesia (OID). In this role, Grott will lead overall operations and business strategy for OrthoLite Indonesia, focusing on manufacturing excellence, business development, and strengthening relationships with brand and factory partners across the region.

Marco Grott

Grott brings more than three decades of experience in international business management, supply chain management and innovation in footwear manufacturing. Across the globe, he has successfully led multi-cultural teams and driven operational growth. Grott’s expertise in streamlining production and building collaborative industry partnerships positions him to accelerate OrthoLite’s mission of delivering performance and comfort insole solutions at scale.

“Indonesia is a critical market in OrthoLite’s global growth strategy,” said Richard Bevan, COO of OrthoLite. “Marco’s leadership, market insight, and collaborative style will advance our operations and strengthen our partnerships in Indonesia. We are excited to welcome him to the OrthoLite leadership team.”

Since 1990, Grott has built experience in Tier 1 building factories across the globe, from Mexico to Vietnam. He has elevated brands through sourcing, product development, operations, and finance. He also has a strong history of innovation in the industry where he developed multiple patents during his tenure at footwear brands including Adidas and Ariat.

“I am energized and proud to join the OrthoLite team. Recently, I had the opportunity to travel the globe and immerse myself in each of our region’s facilities,” said Grott. “I’ve witnessed each of OrthoLite’s impressive global teams working to provide unmatched service, quality and consistency. I look forward to working as a collective with our global teams to broaden our efforts to standardize and be best-in-class as a company.”

OrthoLite Indonesia will continue expanding local-for-local manufacturing under Grott’s leadership, supporting the region’s dynamic and fast-growing footwear industry. As a vertically integrated company, OrthoLite works with more than 550 footwear brands worldwide to deliver custom insole and midsole solutions engineered for performance, comfort, and sustainability.

On October 30, 2025, Coats announced the completion of its acquisition of OrthoLite, the global leader in open-cell foam insole technology. The acquisition of OrthoLite is the latest step in Coats’ ambition to shape the future of the global apparel and footwear supply chain through innovation, sustainability, and digital technologies that improve quality, efficiency and performance.

Posted: December 10, 2025

Source: Coats Group plc

Itema Announces Strategic Partnership With Ivy Decarb To Accelerate Decarbonization In Weaving Process

BERGAMO, Italy — December 10, 2025 — Itema is pleased to announce the strategic partnership with Ivy Decarb, the digital platform helping textile companies measure and reduce their carbon footprint.

As one of the first textile machinery manufacturers to join Ivy Decarb, Itema is at the forefront of shaping the industry’s future toward environmental impact reduction. The textile industry, in fact, is under growing pressure to meet ambitious decarbonization targets. The Ivy Decarb Marketplace brings together stakeholders across the entire value chain to accelerate the transition toward more eco-friendly textile production processes. The Ivy Decarb platform, in fact, helps textile manufacturers easily compare the technical features of textile machines, such as energy consumption, emissions, and carbon footprint, making it easier to choose suppliers transparently and with a focus on sustainability, while also facilitating financing through its partnerships with local banks.

Matteo Mutti, Chief Sales & Service Officer of Itema Group, commented “Sustainability has always been a priority for Itema, so we were delighted to join Ivy Decarb. Together with them and with the other project partners, we are defining the evaluation criteria for this now fundamental aspect of all textile machineries. At the same time, we are confident that our weaving machines, always among the most sustainable in the industry, will be increasingly recognized as such by weavers around the world through this marketplace.”

The platform has been established to support the sector’s sustainable transformation and contribute to the broader goal of achieving net-zero impact. By connecting machinery manufacturers like Itema, textile producers, financial institutions, and global brands, it fosters collaboration and empowers stakeholders to drive meaningful and measurable change.

Posted: December 10, 2025

Source: Itema S.p.A.

Navis Tubetex Announces U.S. Partnership With Icomatex

LEXINGTON, N.C. — December 1, 2025 — Navis TubeTex, a global supplier of advanced dyeing and finishing machinery solutions, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Icomatex (www.icomatex.com), a respected European manufacturer of high-quality stenters and textile finishing equipment. Under this agreement, Navis TubeTex will exclusively represent the Icomatex stenter line in the United States.

This strategic addition enhances Navis TubeTex’s ability to serve a broader range of customers and applications while reaffirming the company’s long-standing commitment to its iconic Marshall & Williams (M&W) brand.

A Broader Portfolio, a Clear Commitment

With this partnership, Navis TubeTex now offers two complementary stenter platforms—each serving a distinct segment of the market:

  • Marshall & Williams Stenters
    Known for their unmatched robustness, high production speeds, and decades-long reputation for durability, M&W machines remain the preferred solution for customers with the most demanding performance and throughput requirements.
    The M&W product line is not changing, not being replaced, and continues to be a core strategic offering for Navis TubeTex.
  • Icomatex Stenters
    Designed with modern engineering, excellent energy efficiency, and an attractive price-to-performance ratio, the Icomatex range allows Navis TubeTex to address a larger portion of the U.S. market—particularly customers seeking high quality and advanced features at highly competitive investment levels.

“Our goal is—and always has been—to provide the right solution for every customer,” said Will Motchar, President & CEO. “This partnership with Icomatex expands our offering. It does not diminish our commitment to the Marshall & Williams brand, which remains an industry benchmark. Instead, it enhances our ability to support customers across a wider range of production needs.”

Reducing Confusion, Increasing Clarity

To ensure clarity for all current and future customers:

  • Navis TubeTex will continue full support, service, spare parts, and new machinery offerings for Marshall & Williams.
  • The company will work closely with each customer to recommend the solution—M&W or Icomatex—that best fits their specific production, speed, fabric, and budget requirements.
  • The partnership enables Navis TubeTex to offer more options, better responsiveness, and strong lifecycle support across both platforms.

A Shared Vision for Innovation

 “Icomatex has built a reputation for quality, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement,” said David Valmana, President. “We are proud to partner with Navis TubeTex, whose decades-long industry leadership, trusted service network, and customer-first mindset make them the ideal representative for our products in the U.S. market.”

Together, Navis TubeTex and Icomatex share a commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, sustainability, and long-term value for textile finishers around the world.

Posted: December 9, 2025

Source: Navis TubeTex

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