Productive Spinning With High Short-Fiber Content

Figure 1: Two possible process sequences for producing rotor yarns

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The strength of the Rieter rotor spinning system has always been its high productivity and achievement of a consistent yarn quality, particularly in applications with shorter fibers. The new rotor direct process from Rieter further greatly enhances system performance and yarn quality — even with cost-effective raw materials.

The best way to process shorter fibers and waste is with a Rieter rotor spinning machine. The order in which the upstream machines are placed depends on the short-fiber content of the raw material. The classical rotor spinning process with two draw frame passages before the rotor spinning machine is disadvantageous with a short-fiber content of 50 percent or more (see Figure 1). The longer process sequence reduces the sliver adhesion and consequently the yarn quality. For this application the rotor direct process is recommended. In this process, the card sliver is fed to an autoleveled draw frame module and then directly onto the rotor spinning machine. The advantages are significantly better yarn unevenness and fewer imperfections. The autoleveled draw frame module RSB-Module 50 plays a crucial role in this regard thanks to its two draft zones. They are a must when processing raw material with a very high short-fiber content.

Figure 2: The card C 80 with the autoleveled draw frame module RSB-Module 50 is the optimal combination for a high short-fiber content.

The rotor direct process is the shortest possible spinning process for producing a rotor yarn. It consists of the blowroom line VARIOline, the high-performance cards C 80, which are each directly connected to the autoleveled draw frame modules RSB-Module 50 (see Figure 2), and the fully automatic rotor spinning machines R 70 (see Figure 3). The R 70 sets new benchmarks in rotor yarn production. In addition to the proven Rieter spinning technology with low ends down and high productivity, it offers greater efficiency through individual piecing at each spinning position. Furthermore, the R 70 is capable of processing even raw material that has a high trash content into a yarn of an accordingly high quality. This enables spinning mills to reduce their raw material costs.

Figure 3: The fully automatic rotor spinning machine R 70 gets the best out of the raw material.

In a comparison, a “mixed spinning mill” with machines from different manufacturers was contrasted with the Rieter rotor direct process. With six rotor spinning machines R 70, each with 700 spinning positions and a production quantity of 848 kilograms per hour, the rotor direct process produces weaving yarn with a count of Ne 21.

Raw Material Costs 2-Percent Lower

The most important factor in the yarn conversion cost is the raw material. The quality of the raw material can only be reduced to a level at which the quality of the yarn still meets the requirements of the customer or of the end product. This makes the solution that gets the best out of the raw material particularly interesting. With the rotor direct process and the rotor spinning machine R 70, in this comparison the customer can replace a bale of virgin cotton with a bale of waste in the bale laydown and still achieve a comparable yarn quality. This means the raw material costs are reduced by 2 percent with the Rieter system.

Figure 4: The high-performance card C 80 with the largest active carding area enables very good raw material utilization.

This excellent raw material utilization is based on various different advantages in the spinning process. The blowroom line VARIOline with the bale opener UNIfloc A 12 form the basis for effective cleaning and dedusting of the raw material. Opening the bale into small, equally sized fiber tufts — also known as microtufts — plays a vital role here. The card C 80 ensures that the card sliver is of high quality. It is based on its maximum technological cross section, the individually equipped pre- and post-carding zones, and the 40 active flats (see Figure 4). In addition the precision of the carding gap across the entire working width is decisive. Depending on the output and the raw material being processed, it is possible to precisely set the carding gap to within one hundredth of a millimeter via the central adjustment. The precise flat guide, tight tolerances and material combination of cast-iron plate and cast-iron cylinder all ensure that the carding gap remains precisely at the specified settings, even during operation. The integrated grinding system IGS-classic ensures permanently sharp cylinder clothing, resulting in consistently high sliver quality.

The fully automatic rotor spinning machine R 70 with improved spinning box and efficient trash extraction with the help of the proven BYpass completes the system. The BYpass has been rearranged and optimized for this purpose. This allows even more trash particles to be extracted and ensures that the rotor groove stays clean for much longer.

Productivity up to 7 Percent Higher

Right from the fiber preparation stage, the card C 80 demonstrates its efficiency: In comparison with the current benchmark, it produces 30-percent more card sliver. Having the largest active carding area is a decisive factor in this. As a result, the number of cards required for a spinning mill can be significantly reduced. Depending on the raw material, this means that where four cards were previously used, only three are now required.

Crucial to the high productivity of the rotor spinning machine R 70 is the optimized spinning box. This achieves improved spinning stability and therefore higher yarn tenacity. If this is not needed, the yarn twist can be reduced, which translates directly into as much as 7 percent higher productivity. This is achieved at a comparable yarn quality. And the R 70 runs stably. Even at a high ends down rate, the automation ensures fast piecing of the yarn end at each spinning position and thus keeps the efficiency of the machine high. In the specific example, the Rieter system in combination with the reduction in raw material costs offers 5 percent higher productivity.

Substantial Energy Savings

Energy-efficient solutions and a high production capacity generate energy savings of 7 percent for the complete system. The blowroom line VARIOline with the optional function ECOrized plays a significant part in this. Here, intelligent software dynamically controls all fans and automatically adjusts the air balance when the fiber quantity is changed. ECOrized reduces the energy consumption of the pneumatic fiber transport throughout the blowroom system by 30 percent. With the card C 80 and the RSB-Module 50, the energy-efficient drive concepts, innovative machine components and high production output save significant amounts of energy. The R 70 makes a notable contribution too. The modern single drives are highly efficient and consume little energy. Friction losses through additional drive elements, for example the belts and deflection pulleys, are no longer an issue. If a spinning position is not in use, the single drives do not consume any energy. In addition, automatic filter cleaning and optimized air routing reduce the energy requirements of the machine by up to 5 percent.

Customers who choose the Rieter rotor direct process may generate a cash flow that is $330,000 higher per year.

Additional Cash Flow with Rieter

From a short-fiber content of more than 50 percent, the rotor direct process with the autoleveled draw frame module RSB-Module 50 is the best solution, as it is only in this case that the slivers are processed accurately with low sliver adhesion. With the savings and adjustments shown, the customer benefits from an additional cash flow of around $330, 000 per year in comparison to a “mixed spinning mill” (see Figure 5).

October 22, 2020

Hub Of The Knitting World: Groz-Beckert Offers Expertise In Needles

Ideally matching all functions and tolerances of all warp knitting tools.

The Groz-Beckert Knitting division produces and distributes more than 50,000 products for the fields of circular knitting, legwear, flat knitting, and warp knitting. Besides high-performance needles and system parts for all kinds of knitting machines, the product range also includes knitting cylinders for large-diameter circular and seamless bodysize machines.

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The clicking sound of knitting needles might be part of some readers’ childhood memories of their grandma making socks. Today, instead of nimble fingers there is a wide range of machines taking over the task of knitting socks and other sophisticated fabrics.

Circular Knitting

Single and double cylinder machines as well as single cylinder machines with dial have become standard for legwear. Transfer techniques used on single cylinder machines with dial additionally allow to produce a variety of patterns. These machines are offered with typical diameters from 3.5 to 6 inches, whereby depending on the gauge, needles with a thickness from 0.26 millimeters (mm) to 1.55 mm are employed. Groz-Beckert offers a range of more than 1,800 high quality needles for socks, hosiery and small diameter circular knitting machines.

Typical application fields in large-diameter circular knitting include the manufacture of outerwear such as T-shirts, leisure and sportswear, underwear and sleepwear, among them bra fabrics, and technical textiles such as smart shirts. These knitted fabrics are manufactured as endless tubular fabric by a circular array of knitting needles. In double-jersey machines, needles are arranged in both the cylinder and the dial, while single-jersey machines use knitting machine needles as well as sinkers. Knitting technologies only show to advantage with quality components in place. That’s why knitters and machine builders like to partner with Groz-Beckert, an industrial machine needle provider. At Groz-Beckert, all the components of a knitting system are precisely inter-coordinated. The perfect interaction between knitting machine needles and system parts guarantees an even, flawless loop formation process.

Warp Knitting

Uniform and flawless quality is a must — and a challenge — in warp knitting. Extreme loads in the loop forming process due to mechanical and chemical influences cause premature wear and rust. The causal factor of particularly pronounced forms of wear are usually abrasive yarns. In the case of natural fiber yarns, these are typically contaminants that are harder than steel, and in chemical fiber yarns, which are treated to induce matting, the culprits are titanium dioxide crystals protruding from the yarn surface and literally sawing into the steel. At Groz-Beckert all components of a warp knitting system are wear and rust protected as well as precisely coordinated with one another. The perfect interaction of needles and system parts guarantees a uniform and flawless warp knitting process.

Apart from high-performance needles, for the warp knitting industry the company also offers system parts for tricot, stitch bonding, Raschel, and crochet machines, available as individual parts and as modules.

Process reliability during the transfer process in flat knitting.

Flat Knitting

Modern flat knitting machines not only carry out complex loop forming sequences, they also have to cope with wide-ranging functional requirements and the most stringent aspirations. Alongside a wide variety of patterning and color possibilities, end customers also demand flexible use of yarn. Latch needles, compound needles and system parts are a vital component at the heart of every flat knitting machine. The surface quality of Groz-Beckert needles in the areas of the transfer clip and stitch support, the inside arch of the hook, and the latch head, guarantees the gentlest possible treatment of the yarn during loop formation. The dimensional accuracy in terms of transfer clip and latch seat positioning, and the latch design itself, ensures a consistently high standard of fabric quality.

What is good for fashion also is good for business: An increase in profitability and productivity can be achieved with the reduced needle consumption and improved process reliability during the transfer process due to surface quality and dimensional accuracy. Furthermore, satisfied customers are guaranteed with consistent, flawless fabric quality and a minimum of subsequent work required. Flexibility in terms of patterning possibilities and yarn input opens up scope for whole new fields of business.

Groz-Beckert’s offer to the knitting industry is completed by detailed services including personal application advice, textile testing as well as needle oil and damage analyses. At the company’s own Technology and Development Center expert support and innovative development partner with know-how and knowledge of the industry. Behind products and services is a workforce of more than 9,000 employees world-wide dedicated to excellence in development and manufacture — and the provision of sound customer support.

October 22, 2020

Polyfab Usa Announces Extra-Wide Patternpro™ For Marine And Awning Patterning

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. — October 20, 2020 — Polyfab USA is pleased to announce that they will soon be adding to their line of Patternpro™ Ultra Stable Patterning Fabric.  Patternpro is clear HDPE woven scrim and coated on both sides. It is ideal for marine canvas and awning patterning, and popular with fabricators in Australia because of its stability and good ‘lay-flat’ properties.

The Patternpro will resist wind and water on the job, and the patterns made from the high-quality woven/coated Patternpro can be stored for future use for recovers!

Currently available in 2-meter-wide (78.7-inch-wide) style, Polyfab USA will soon be receiving the first shipment worldwide of new 4-meter-wide (157-inch-wide) rolls! The 4-meter-wide fabric will be center-folded for ease of shipping and storage. Expected delivery to California is late 2020.

Note that the NEW 4-meter-wide goods are made “full-width”, not welded or seamed!

Patternpro is made from virgin-grade HDPE, and is 165 grams per square meter weight (4.87 ounces per square yard), the scrim is a full 10 x 10 per square inches, and the rolls are 50 meters (55 yards) long, rolled on paper cores.

Patternpro is available from any of the Polyfab USA distributors in the Western Hemisphere.  Be sure to ask your Polyfab distributor to get their order in soon, before the first shipment is sold out!

Fabricators can request sales flyers from their local distributor.

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Polyfab USA

Americans Avoiding Public Spaces, But Many Putting Health At Risk By Wearing Dirty Face Masks, New Survey Finds

MADISON, Wis. — October 21, 2020 — COVID-19 has disrupted Americans’ lives, rewritten the future and put face mask-hygiene routines under the microscope, according to a new study from hygiene-technology company Livinguard. Of the 1,006 adults surveyed, nearly half (49 percent) prefer to wear reusable-cloth face masks, but about 8 of 10 (79 percent) said they do not wash their masks after each use, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Furthermore, 43 percent wash their reusable-cloth masks weekly and almost 1 in 10 (8 percent) admitted they do not wash their reusable-cloth masks.

The survey was conducted by Atomik Research on behalf of Livinguard from October 2-5. Similar to the findings for those who wear reusable-cloth face masks, the data found people who prefer single-use disposable masks also exhibit questionable hygiene routines, with 68 percent reusing single-use masks on multiple occasions.

“This should be a notice to public health officials, business owners and people in general because wearing unsanitary masks increases the likelihood of spreading COVID-19 through cross contamination,” said Markus Hutnak, Livinguard’s U.S. country manager. “Our study found 55 percent of Americans fail to follow health expert and/or mask-manufacturer guidelines. This is a significant problem because independent research has shown detectable levels of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can remain active on surgical masks for up to 7 days after initial exposure.”

Additional statistics uncovered from the Livinguard survey designed to gauge behaviors and attitudes toward COVID-19 and personal hygiene include:

  • Compared to previous years, about two-thirds of Americans (63 percent) are more concerned about the upcoming flu season
  • More than 1 in 2 Americans (52 percent) will likely continue wearing a face mask even after the COVID-19 pandemic is over
  • Nearly three-quarters of Americans (74 percent) would want to wear a mask if it was made of special material able to kill the virus that causes COVID-19

Many Americans Plan to Avoid Public Places for the Foreseeable Future

For the vast majority of Americans, grabbing a bite to eat at a restaurant or going to a movie theater was considered “routine” prior to the pandemic, but many respondents said they’ll avoid public places such as these entirely until the pandemic is under control. In fact, about half of Americans said going to the movies (48 percent) or attending concerts (47 percent) were out of the question, followed by a third of people who said they would avoid going to church or other places of worship (32 percent) or to restaurants (31 percent).

To get a sense for consumers’ comfort levels when they do venture out into public, the Livinguard study asked how respondents feel when shopping for groceries while wearing a mask. Approximately a quarter of Americans (24 percent) indicated they “feel a heightened sense of alert,” 20 percent felt “a little anxious,” and 10 percent of people said they were “too scared to shop (for groceries) in-person.” Additionally, about 1 of 3 respondents (37 percent) said they “feel ok” when grocery shopping, while just 6 percent said they “don’t wear a mask and feel fine” taking a trip to the grocery store.

Upcoming Holiday Season Will Be Memorable – For What Many Do Differently

As businesses and the public prepare for the upcoming holiday season, the Livinguard survey found that while 1 in 5 Americans (22 percent) plan to celebrate this year’s holiday season “just as they always have,” a sizeable percentage will scrap or modify their annual holiday plans.

To paint a picture of how the 2020 holiday season will look and feel, researchers asked respondents to identify specific ways their celebrations and rituals will be different because of COVID-19. The most common modification will be to limit all celebrations to immediate family (36 percent), and 22 percent of respondents said they would not host or attend any in-person holiday events or celebrations. Fewer than 1 in 5 people (17 percent) planned to attend in-person holiday events or celebrations where hosts and attendees wore face masks.

The study also highlighted the ways holiday shopping will evolve in 2020. While a quarter of Americans (24 percent) said they plan to conduct “most or all” of their holiday shopping online, one of the most surprising findings was the fact more than half of shoppers (56 percent) plan to consider purchasing a face mask as a gift for a friend or loved one.

Tools and Technology to Keep the Public Safe

According to the CDC, face masks are critical for helping to stop the spread of COVID-19. The Livinguard survey found most Americans prefer to wear either reusable cloth (49 percent) or single-use disposable masks (24 percent). However, infectious microbes can adhere to these masks, meaning a person who touches a contaminated mask risks infecting themselves and others.

To help curb the spread of COVID-19, Livinguard has developed a reusable face mask made of a durable and independently tested antiviral and antimicrobial technology that deactivates SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) along with other common viruses and bacteria. Independent laboratory studies conclude 99.9 percent of bacteria that contact a surface treated with the Livinguard Technology are deactivated. The technology is currently under regulatory review with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

“Nearly three-quarters of those surveyed (74 percent) said they would wear a ‘mask made from special materials that can kill the virus that causes COVID-19,’ and it’s vitally important for the public, business owners and government leaders to know that, thanks to Livinguard, this product already exists.” said Hutnak. “Furthermore, researchers estimate that each month the global population is using approximately 194 billion pieces of disposable PPE (personal protective equipment). This waste often ends up in landfills, waterways or as litter in public places. Along with being washable and reusable, each Livinguard mask helps flatten the disposable-PPE curve by saving approximately 210 disposable masks from landfills.”

About the survey

Livinguard commissioned unbiased, third-party vendor, Atomik Research to run an online survey of 1,006 adults in the United States. Data were collected from October 2-5, 2020. The margin of error for the overall sample (N=1,006) fell within +/- 3 percentage points with a confidence interval of 95 percent. Additional survey findings can be found by visiting https://livinguard.com/2020-consumer-survey-mask-sentiment/.

Details on Livinguard Antiviral Technology

The principle underlying the Livinguard Technology is to apply a positive charge at the molecular level to textile surfaces. When microbes come into contact with these positive charges, the microbial cell, which is negatively charged, is destroyed, leading to permanent destruction of the microorganism. Moreover, Livinguard Technology destroys continuously and allows users to reuse masks up to 210 times with no compromise on safety or efficacy.

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Livinguard

Governor Northam Announces Silk City Printing To Relocate To Fluvanna County Virginia, Creating 93 New Jobs

RICHMOND — October 20, 2020 — Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Silk City Printing LLC will relocate its corporate headquarters from Paterson, N.J., investing $5.7 million to establish a new silk-screened apparel production operation in the former Thomasville facility in Fluvanna County that has been vacant since 2007. Virginia successfully competed with New Jersey for the project, which will create 93 new jobs.

“We are honored that Silk City Printing has chosen Fluvanna County and Virginia as its new home,” said Governor Northam. “This important project will create 93 valuable jobs for a rural community while also transforming a long-vacant facility into a state-of-the-art production operation. Stimulating growth across diverse business sectors will help advance our economic recovery, and we thank Silk City Printing for this investment in the Commonwealth and our people.”

Silk City Printing LLC was established in 2017 and produces branded, silkscreened apparel for retail outlets including Target and Walmart. The company has an additional facility located in New Jersey.

“This project is an exciting win for Fluvanna County, the region, and the Commonwealth,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Brian Ball. “The company will revitalize a plant that has been empty for 13 years while also providing critical opportunities for alternate career paths to Fluvanna County’s high school population. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Silk City Printing as the company ramps up in Virginia.”

“We’re excited to be moving our headquarters to Virginia,” said President of Silk City Printing Mark Summers. “Our intention as a company is to build a world-class facility in Fork Union with the most modern and technologically advanced machinery available within the industry. Silk City Printing fully plans to recruit locally with training programs supported by Fluvanna County. Virginia and the county have made us feel extremely welcome and made this relocation an easy decision.”

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with Fluvanna County and the Central Virginia Partnership for Economic Development to secure the project for Virginia. Governor Northam approved a $70,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Fluvanna County with the project. This is the first such grant awarded to Fluvanna County. Funding and services to support Silk City Printing employee training activities will be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.

“What a great addition to the Fluvanna County business community,” said Chairman of the Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors John “Mike” Sheridan. “Bringing nearly 100 jobs to Fluvanna will provide a great opportunity for our residents to live and work here. I’d like to thank Governor Northam for his assistance to bring Silk City to the county.”

“Virginia is admirably skilled at communicating our assets to established businesses from across the country looking to relocate or expand,” said Delegate R. Lee Ware, Jr. “We have great communities like Fluvanna with good schools and transportation, prudent tax rates, and vast natural resources and beautiful places. I commend the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and Fluvanna County officials for attracting Silk City Printing to our community and creating nearly 100 new jobs.”

“I want to be one of the first to welcome Silk City Printing LLC to our community,” said Senator Mark J. Peake. “The fact that this new job creation is coming during trying economic times and incorporates the far-sighted career ready approach by Fluvanna County Public Schools makes the news that much better. I congratulate the leadership of Fluvanna County, especially the local economic development office, on their insight and initiative in successfully working with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and the Central Virginia Partnership for Economic Development to bring new business to Fluvanna.”

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Virginia Governor Ralph S. Northam

PRINTING United: Durst Group Wins Seven Product Of The Year Awards

BRIXEN, Italy — October 21, 2020 — Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, announced today that Durst and Vanguard won a combined seven Printing United 2020 Product of the Year awards — the most in the history of the company, and a reflection of the new combined Durst Group organization product depth and reach.

“The PRINTING United Awards together with our acquisition of Vanguard and our investment in LiftERP further confirm the Durst Group as a powerhouse in the U.S. Graphics Industry,” said Christoph Gamper, CEO and co-owner of the Durst Group. “We look forward to offering the new expanded portfolio worldwide in 2021 and further expanding our leading position in the global LFP market.”

The following products won 2020 Product of the Year:

  • Durst Rho 2500: UV/Latex Hybrid (> $500K);
  • Durst Rhotex 325: RTR Dye Sublimation on Textile (> $100K);
  • Vanguard VDR5-E: Flatbed/Hybrid UV/Latex (< $100K);
  • Vanguard VKM600T: Flatbed/Hybrid UV/Latex ($100K-$200K);
  • Vanguard VK300HS: Flatbed/Hybrid with White UV/Latex ($200K-$500K);
  • LiftERP: Workflow/MIS/CRM; and
  • Durst Workflow: Software – RIP.

Tim Saur, president of Durst North America stated: “As a Durst Group we essentially won in every price segment available to print providers in the market. Through the talent of our incredible engineering group in Europe, and the design capability of the entire Vanguard team in Atlanta, it is no surprise to me that we won so many product awards.”

PRINTING United Alliance brings together companies from all over the world in the specialty imaging and print industry. This annual competition showcases the highest quality machines and most innovative advances within the wide format color printing industry.

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Durst

Berry Global Announces Installation Of European 3D Embossing Asset

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — October 21, 2020 — Berry Global Group Inc. announced today its installation of its first 3D embossing line in its Biesheim, France facility. In response to a growing market demand for high levels of softness and comfort, Berry’s investment will provide premium, value-added, and high-performing solutions to the nonwoven fabric hygiene market.

The new converting line will make 3D embossing as well as perforated topsheet and backsheet for the European hygiene market. The line offers high product flexibility with visually appealing embossing patterns, as well as the opportunity to deliver a premium experience to the end consumer.

“At Berry, we are always expanding our capabilities to better serve the nonwoven sector, and are pleased to incorporate Berry’s first 3D embossing line which will support the European market,” said Achim Schalk, executive vice president and general manager, EMEIA, for the Health, Hygiene, and Specialties Division of Berry.

The 3D technology, combined with Berry’s premium, soft nonwoven solutions can deliver advanced fluid management and skin comfort, as well as enhance cushioning and lofty performance. Material from this line will be used in the manufacturing of diapers, adult incontinence, and feminine care products. The line will be fully installed by the end of this year.

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Berry Global Group Inc.

Avgol Invests In Indian Business With Relocation Of SMMS Line Plus Additional Melt Blown Line In Same Location

ISRAEL  — October 21, 2020 — Avgol, the global manufacturer of high-performance nonwoven fabric solutions, has confirmed it is relocating an existing asset to India as part of an immediate strategic investment in the region.

In a statement today, Shachar Rachim, CEO at Avgol, said that this move is part of the company’s commitment to continue increasing its presence and service across India and South Asia.

“This strategic move positions our line rapidly at the heart of the local market,” Rachim said. “There is a huge domestic demand for hygiene products in India and across the South East Asia region, but there are heavy tariffs on importing materials. The demand is already at 165 percent against local supply capacity. Our projections show that through regional organic growth, improved promotion of feminine health, and increased awareness of hygiene because of the coronavirus pandemic, demand is only going to increase.”

Avgol, an Indorama Ventures Ltd. company, offers the global hygiene market a comprehensive range of ultra-lightweight spun-melt nonwoven fabrics. “Serving the baby diaper, adult incontinence and feminine hygiene markets, this move enables us to deliver an improved local service across the entire area,” Rachim said.

Rachim said that the investment in new production capacity would also support further product development from Avgol, under its innovative Forward Innovative Thinking strategy (FITTM). The research and development program creates value, flexibility and sustainability for brands and manufacturers from the outset.

“As a highly innovative and responsive supplier, we are continually investing in R&D to ensure we are developing the best products to meet demand,” Rachim added. “With this relocation, we are ensuring that we can increase nonwoven fabric production to both meet the immediate, obvious local need and also be best-placed to serve the increasing future needs of the Indian market.”

Relocation of the Avgol Line 5 production from Barkan, Israel, to the India is underway now, with installation expected to be completed by end of 2021.

Posted October 21, 2020

Source: Avgol

SAYA Recycles Fabric Scrap And Overstock Into Performance Fiber

TAIPEI, Taiwan — October 20, 2020 — SAYA, a new name in recycled fiber, made its live debut last week at the Taipei Innovative Textile Application Show (TITAS), an innovative textile exhibition in Asia. This year’s TITAS showcased Sustainable Textiles which reduce resource usage and optimize manufacturing efficiency by adopting eco-friendly materials and processes. SAYA’s Rscuw, fibers made of recycled cutting scrap and overstock yardage, was featured at the show in the brand’s film — SAYA Rscuw launch video — which depicts the motivation behind finding new sources of materials to be recycled and the process developed by SAYA engineers.

“We have the experience, knowledge and equipment to make change,” said S.Y. Huang, senior vice president of Nan Ya Plastics, SAYA’s parent company, and the world’s largest manufacturer of recycled PET repurposing over 75 billion bottles every year. “Under the new brand, SAYA, we’ve been able to put our resources toward solving one of the most critical sustainability issues in the textile industry — recycling discarded fabric scrap and unused yardage. We want to take responsibility and redefine what’s possible in renewal.”

SAYA Rscuw is recycled polyester fiber from cutting scrap that is bleached and dyeable to whatever vibrant color the brand chooses. It is available in ultrafine microfiber filaments and can be enhanced with performance applications such as stretch, color protection, quick-dry, or anti-bacterial.

At this time SAYA Rscuw is limited to 100-percent polyester fabric cutting scraps without coating nor finishes. Continued research is increasing the percentage of overstock waste and types of coatings and finishes for a more inclusive solution.

SAYA also offers Rscuw Raw, which is mechanically recycled cutting scrap and yardage without the chemical treatment. The resulting fiber retains a tint of original yardage color which shows up in knit or woven fabric as a unique heathered effect in shades from grey to copper. Without the bleaching and redyeing, the process to manufacture Rscuw Raw is more energy efficient and the carbon footprint is further reduced.

SAYA Rscuw and Rscuw Raw are available now for fabric production, and consumer brands are encouraged to specify their unique requirements in denier, performance treatments and color. Inquiries should be sent to change@SAYArenew.com.

Posted October 20, 2020

Source: SAYA

Rawlings Enters Into Definitive Agreement To Acquire Easton Diamond Sports

ST. LOUIS/THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — October 20, 2020 — Rawlings Sporting Goods Inc. (Rawlings) and Easton Diamond Sports LLC (Easton) announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Rawlings to acquire Easton. The transaction will strengthen the Rawlings and Easton brands, enhance product innovation and enable investments to grow the game.

“Over the years, Rawlings and Easton have shared a dedication to being best in class, which is the one constant that ultimately inspired our coming together and what will create the best baseball and softball company in the world,” said Mike Zlaket, president and CEO of Rawlings. “Whether it’s our products, innovation and technology, relationships with our customers, players and consumers, or our service to the game, Rawlings has never compromised. That will be especially true moving forward with the many opportunities and advantages our new integrated operation will provide everyone who loves baseball and softball.”

“The Easton and Rawlings brands complement each other exceptionally well and will deliver an improved value proposition to all stakeholders, including teams, players, coaches, dealers and associations throughout the industry,” said Dan Jelinek, president of Easton. “We believe the combination of these two leading brands will accelerate innovation, provide for greater investments in growing baseball and softball, and positively impact all constituents in and around the sports of baseball and softball.”

“Major League Baseball is committed to growing baseball and softball worldwide,” said Chris Marinak, chief operations and strategy officer at MLB. “Rawlings and Easton are both All-Star companies. Capitalizing on the strength of these two companies will help drive future growth opportunities for both baseball and softball at all levels of play.”

Strategic Rationale
The transaction will create a leading baseball and softball equipment provider with a more diverse multi-brand portfolio that is supported by a deeper pool of expertise and talent. The combined organization will be positioned to further invest into R&D, drive product innovation, offer a one-stop shopping experience for customers, enable increased support for retail partners and expand customization options for players at all levels. The brands will invest to grow the games of baseball and softball, an initiative that will strengthen the industry overall, and create opportunities for enhanced partnerships.

Transaction Details
The transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including the receipt of U.S. regulatory clearance. Until close, Rawlings and Easton will remain separate companies and continue to operate independently. Existing shareholders of Peak Achievement Athletics Inc., the parent of Easton, will continue to participate as minority owners in the combined organization.

Posted October 20, 2020

Source: Rawlings

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