The Seam Announced As Field To Market’s Newest Technology Partner

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — June 18, 2020 — The Seam, a leading provider of food and agriculture software solutions, today announced its approval as a Qualified Data Management Partner with Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture, completing an integration of sustainability metrics powered by Field to Market’s Fieldprint® Platform into The Seam’s latest technology suite. As the Alliance’s newest technology partner, The Seam now offers farmers a unified solution for measuring their sustainability performance and operational efficiency.

This integration is made possible through Field to Market’s Fieldprint Application Programming Interface, which connects sustainability metrics and algorithms from the Fieldprint Platform directly into The Seam’s software solutions, allowing farmers to assess the environmental performance of their management practices against regional, state and national benchmarks for key sustainability indicators.

“We are proud to be recognized as a Qualified Data Management Partner by Field to Market,” said Mark Pryor, CEO at The Seam. “Through this integration, we can provide producers with enhanced, science-based tools that are simple and streamlined for continuous, overall improvement in sustainable farming.”

The Seam’s first deployment of the technology is for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, in collaboration with the National Cotton Council of America. The farmer-friendly platform allows U.S. cotton farmers to assess and verify production practices, environmental footprint and progress measurement toward long-term sustainability goals. The platform includes a mass-balance chain of custody model and a bale registration and verification process that digitally links cotton production to the sustainability profile of the producer.

With this comprehensive integration, farmers can document and demonstrate their sustainability performance using the common measurement framework offered by the Fieldprint Platform. Developed through a multi-stakeholder, consensus driven process, this outcomes-based and metrics-driven sustainability measurement platform is supported by nearly 140 organizations across the food and agriculture industry.

“By combining Field to Market’s sustainability metrics and algorithms together with The Seam’s software solutions, farmers can simultaneously evaluate productivity, profitability and sustainability outcomes as part of their planning process,” said Rod Snyder, president of Field to Market. “This integration provides farmers with a robust analysis of their environmental performance at their fingertips, which is underpinned by the industry’s most accepted and recognized sustainability measurement framework.”

Posted June 23, 2020

Source: The Seam

Eastman Introduces Tritan™ Renew For Sustainability Without Compromise

KINGSPORT, Tenn. — June 23, 2020 — Global specialty plastics provider Eastman introduces Tritan™ Renew copolyester. Tritan Renew offers sustainability without compromise, providing the same durability, performance and safety of original Tritan but now with up to 50% recycled content derived from waste plastic. Eastman will produce Tritan Renew with its innovative Advanced Circular Recycling technologies that use recycled plastic as a raw material, reduce consumption of fossil fuel and have lower greenhouse gas footprints.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8739351-eastman-introduces-tritan-renew-with-advanced-circular-recycling-technologies/

“Tritan Renew is a significant step forward for Eastman as the first product to market using molecular recycling made possible by Eastman’s Advanced Circular Recycling technologies. We have made considerable progress over the past year to create sustainable solutions that convert millions of pounds of waste into new materials,” said Mark Costa, board chair and CEO of Eastman.

Eastman is committed to innovations that help build a circular economy. In 2019, the company began commercial-scale recycling for a broad set of plastics to keep material from being sent to landfills or incinerated or, worse, ending up in the environment.

Eastman’s Advanced Circular Recycling technologies—carbon renewal technology (CRT) and polyester renewal technology (PRT)—have a significantly lower carbon footprint than production processes for products made from fossil fuel-based raw materials. Eastman’s molecular recycling innovations can return waste plastic to its molecular form an infinite number of times, creating the possibility for a truly circular future.

“Thanks to the rapid innovation of polyester renewal technology, Tritan Renew adds certified recycled content to its exceptional performance and delivers one of the most exciting sustainability solutions available,” said Scott Ballard, vice president and general manager for Eastman Specialty Plastics. “Tritan’s toughness has been enabling durable, reusable products to reduce the waste from single-use materials since its introduction in 2008.”

Eastman is producing Tritan Renew with certified recycled content for a variety of durable products, including reusable sports bottles, small appliances, food-storage containers and eyewear, as well as textiles and cosmetics packaging. The recycled content of these products is achieved through a mass balance allocation process certified by ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification).

Posted June 23, 2020

Source: Eastman

SOURCING at MAGIC and FOOTWEAR SOURCING Debut Global Digital Trade Event Alongside USA-Focused Physical Show This Fall

LAS VEGAS — June 22, 2020 — Informa Markets Fashion, organizer of fashion industry trade event MAGIC, announced today the return of its smaller physical sourcing and supply chain event, SOURCING at MAGIC, along with the launch of a new sourcing and supply chain specific digital trade event.

SOURCING at MAGIC and FOOTWEAR SOURCING, the largest fashion sourcing and supply chain events serving the fashion apparel, footwear, and accessory markets, will launch the digital trade event on September 15, 2020, running through December 15, 2020. Aligning with this 3-month digital trade event, SOURCING at MAGIC will also host a Made in the USA-focused physical event in Las Vegas from September 30, 2020 to October 2, 2020.

The soon-to-launch digital trade event will give sourcing professionals, designers, and production teams access to SOURCING at MAGIC’s established international community of global manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers, online. Attendees will be able to intuitively browse the digital marketplace through various search filter options in an easy-to-use platform designed with the fashion sourcing and supply chain professional in mind. Online exhibitors will be able to fully customize and showcase their digital company profiles, implement lead generation, connect with attendees through integrated video conferencing and direct messaging, as well as access data analytic reports directly from their dashboardits physical counterpart, SOURCING at MAGIC’s digital trade event will also feature expert-driven exclusive content and resources to educate both attendees and exhibitors.

“We are thrilled to launch this new digital marketplace where, for the first time for our buyers, they will have the opportunity to connect with an even larger global network of manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers dynamically and instantaneously 24/7,” says Andreu David, event manager of SOURCING at MAGIC. “It’s going to be a huge value-add for our global fashion community.”

Complementing this digital trade event, SOURCING at MAGIC will also host a carefully reconsidered and reimagined physical event at the Las Vegas Convention Center.  Featuring modified hours and a curated selection of domestic suppliers, SOURCING at MAGIC’s updated physical fall event is designed to cater to domestic exhibitors and attendees, while strictly adhering to local and national health and safety guidelines.

Due to international restrictions regarding COVID-19, SOURCING at MAGIC’s physical event will focus on domestic companies and US-represented importers only. Las Vegas marketplace attendees can expect to see a lineup of 50 U.S. based companies onsite at Las Vegas Convention Center’s Central Hall, as well as an international resource center where they can connect digitally to global suppliers.

“As much as we wish we could execute our normal sourcing event with over 30 countries, we are excited for this opportunity to highlight our incredible U.S. fashion manufacturing community,” says Kelly Helfman, president of MAGIC. “The digital event, which will be open for commerce before, during, and after the physical show, will be the perfect complement to the smaller, physical event.”

Posted June 23, 2020

Source: Sourcing at MAGIC

Colback Nonwovens Provide Support In Medical Face Masks For Dutch Healthcare Under Non-Profit Initiative

Edgar Berkhout, manager business development at Low & Bonar; Niels Berkhout, Supply Chain director at AFPRO Filters; and Frank Goené, technical development manager at Low & Bonar at the AFPRO production location in the Netherlands.

ARNHEM, The Netherlands — June 23, 2020 — Colback nonwovens are helping to solve the shortage of personal protective equipment in healthcare institutions in the Netherlands. In a public/private enterprise, Low & Bonar´s Colback production site in the Netherlands offered its support after a call from the Dutch government. Colback nonwovens are now included as a reinforcement layer in FFP2-certified medical face masks. The masks themselves are produced by another company located in the Netherlands: AFPRO Filters. Though both companies were new to the face mask business, they made it happen within a very short period.

Answering the call

As in many other countries, the Netherlands was confronted with a global shortage of personal protective equipment as COVID 19 spread across the continents. Called upon by the Dutch Minister of Health and Sports, a unique public/private consortium came to existence, with selected Dutch companies invited to join and serve a single purpose: the realization of large-scale, non-profit based production of health protection items within the country to help protect their healthcare workers. Without a second thought, both Low & Bonar and AFPRO Filters became part of this consortium and soon started to work on medical face masks together. Shouldering responsibility, both companies deliver at cost price. The consortium distributes the medical masks evenly or wherever the need in national healthcare institutions is greatest.

Fast lane development

“Although neither of us had ventured into face masks before, we could build on long-standing expertise within our fields and believed we could make it work,” said Low & Bonar Business Development Manager Edgar Berkhout. “AFPRO Filters is a long-standing producer of filter systems, an industry we are very familiar with. We knowour product and production capabilities inside out and have many in-house testing facilities at our disposal. Thanks to that, and through our intensive collaboration, we were able to move fast.”

The cooperation is much appreciated by both sides. Niels Berkhout, supply chain director at AFPRO Filters, said: “We felt an enormous urgency to turn this project into a success and found an equal dedication at Low & Bonar. We experienced a very high degree of flexibility among all involved: engineering, production, planning and deliveries. So much technical knowledge was made available to us and always at very short notice. Together we were able to overcome all the obstacles along the way.”

Colback intermediate layer

Colback is a spunbond nonwoven. Its role in these FFP2-approved face mask is one of reinforcement. As an intermediate layer Colback provides the necessary sturdiness to the masks, keeping them in shape and place during wear. At the same time, Colback is very light-weight, thin and highly permeable which allows for easy breathing and improves user comfort. Customers benefit from Colback´s straightforward processing. Colback is very suitable for ultrasonic welding, among other things, and it cuts without any fraying or curling.

“Our main mission is to bring value to our customers. By tailoring our product and fine-tuning all its technical details to the exact needs of these face masks, adding value is exactly what we did. And in doing so, we are able to contribute in a non-profit manner to the current urgent needs of our society,” Berkhout concluded.

Posted June 23, 2020

Source: Low & Bonar

Zimmer Austria Foam Coating Line Including Dryer Installed At Applied Technology International In Exton, Pa.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — June 23, 2020 — ZIMMER AUSTRIA is proud to announce the sale and installation of a foam coating Line at Applied Technology Intl. Ltd. (ATI), manufacturer of Fabrifoam® in Exton, Pa.

The multi-function coating line is for the application of stable foam and other materials on highly engineered fabrics. The line has been manufactured at the Zimmer Austria plant in Klagenfurt, Austria, and features the Knife Coating (knife-over-roll) application system.

The line includes an unwinding station, Coating Head type T-COAT-MK, application device type MAGNOKNIFE MK, foam feeding, high efficiency dryer Compact HC (4 section gas dryer), exit line with double rewinding station.

ATI launched the Fabrifoam Products line in 1992 to design, manufacture and distribute its brand of unique and proprietary fabric/foam materials and devices for compression and support therapy for the medical community. Known as The Original Therapeutic Material®, initially created for orthopedic therapy, Fabrifoam is now used worldwide for a vast array of medical applications, specializing in OEM products for both human and veterinary care.

Charlene Buckley, vice president of Fabrifoam Products, said: “With the installation of the new Zimmer Austria production line, we will be able to increase production capabilities and volume output, allowing for improved pricing capabilities and economies of scale. The line will enable the creation of new innovative products, targeting a broader customer base. ATI is pleased to have partnered with Zimmer Austria on this project which affords us the opportunity to expand our business while helping to improve the health and lives of thousands.”

Posted June 23, 2020

Source: Zimmer Austria Inc.

HeiQ And Intexso Biochem Celebrate Seven Years Of Partnership In The Fast-Growing And Innovative Market Of India

ZÜRICH, Switzerland — June 22, 2020 — HeiQ has a variety of technology categories, including the recently launched HeiQ Viroblock that is tested effective against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). HeiQ is an innovation partner with its distributors, and as it continue to see significant growth in the Indian market, it is proud of their long-term partnership with Intexso.

Intexso biochem Pvt. Ltd. (Intexso) manufactures innovative and customized products for the industries like textile, leather, investment castings, coating, BOPP/Polyester Films etc. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant is based near Mumbai, India, and equipped with multipurpose reactors that can handle most reactions used in these industries. Its in-house R&D center is engaged in developing products that comply with the latest ecological requirements.

HeiQ and Intexso began their partnership more than seven years ago. Based in Mumbai, Intexso is the sole distributor for HeiQ products in India and offers technical guidance for product applications in the region. India has become a global innovation hub for apparel and home textiles, and Team Intexso is in the forefront with more than three decades of experience.

Intexso has grown HeiQ’s presence in India with all HeiQ products, including the latest product HeiQ Viroblock NPJ03. Some examples of Intexso/HeiQ customers include Vardhaman Fabrics, Birla Century, Shahi Exports, Donear Industries, Nahar Fabrics, RSWM and many more.

“HeiQ is appreciative of being a long-term trusted partner with Intexso Biochem in India. As India is an innovation hub for textiles, this partnership lines up with our DNA and values to differentiate, innovate and improve the lives of billions of people by perfecting the everyday product of textile” says Carlo Centonze, HeiQ Group co-founder and CEO.

“Intexso is honored to be the sole HeiQ distributor in India” says Avinash Orpe, Founder and Director of Intexso. “Our mission — to work with a spirit of innovation and vision of supplying our customers with innovative, quality products — aligns with HeiQ’s mission perfectly and make our partnership seamless.”

Posted June 22, 2020

Source: HeiQ Materials AG

Colorkarma Joins Forces With Gerber Technology To Promote Collaboration Among Global Network Of Manufacturers And Suppliers For PPE Production

NEW YORK CITY — June 22, 2020 — Gerber Technology has partnered with the creative platform, Colorkarma, to develop an easy-to-use interface for the company’s PPE Manufacturing Matchmaking Program. As companies continue to rely on the Gerber PPE Task Force to successfully convert their current production lines to personal protective equipment (PPE), Gerber is committed to making the transition as seamless as possible.

“As companies all over the world are navigating through this difficult time, connecting to the right companies such as raw materials suppliers or companies who are able to cut or sew is essential to having a smooth transition to PPE,” said Karsten Newbury, chief strategy and digital officer at Gerber Technology. “Our partnership with Colorkarma will allow manufacturers to quickly find the exact contacts they need for fast and efficient PPE production.”

Together, Gerber and Colorkarma created a new directory for Gerber’s PPE Manufacturing Matchmaking Program. The program is designed to connect manufacturers with suppliers that can provide them the resources and support needed to successfully transition to PPE production. The new, easy-to-use directory includes contact information for all companies involved in the Matchmaking Program, allowing manufacturers to quickly find exactly what they’re looking for based on their needs, capabilities, and goals.

“We are excited to extend the Colorkarma platform to support Gerber’s PPE Task Force Initiative,” said Shoshana Burgett, owner of Colorkarma. “Colorkarma created the PPE directory to bring together designers, manufacturers, and suppliers in order to help businesses quickly shift their production from printing, packaging, textiles, etc. to PPE. Together, we can fight against the SARS-CoV2 pandemic and support the local, regional, and global PPE needs.”

“The Gerber PPE Task Force Resource Center and Matchmaking Program have brought together manufacturers, suppliers and related entities like I have never seen before,” said Jeff King of Apparel Manufacturing & Digital Services LLC. “Prior to this program, the research required to find the right partner for your needs was exhausting and time consuming.  Now I can review this list and, in a matter of minutes, find a variety of resources saving precious time and money. I have connected with five different companies, several of which show promise of a business relationship. I would like to thank Gerber Technology and Colorkarma for this wonderful resource.”

“I contacted Gerber in hopes of finding gowns to provide emergency dental treatment for patients with pain and infection,” said Dr. Natalee Peeters. “They were able to quickly connect me with a manufacturer who is producing the PPE I needed. Gerber is absolutely amazing for providing these life-saving services.”

In addition to the Matchmaking Directory, Colorkarma worked with Gerber to create an easy-to-use PPE Feasibility Matrix to identify the level of effort required to produce certain PPEs based on the manufacturers’ current production. If you would like to join the PPE Manufacturing Matchmaking Program or PPE Task Force, please visit https://gerbertechnology.com/covid19.

Posted June 22, 2020

Source: Gerber Technology

Hyosung Introduces New creora® 3D Max At Kingpins24

SEOUL, South Korea — June 22, 2020 — Denim in its many styles and finishes is the ‘go-to’ apparel choice for consumers around the world, and all-day comfort without sacrificing lasting shape is in demand. To provide denim-lovers with jeans they want to live in, Hyosung has developed new creora® 3D Max spandex, which it will debut at the Kingpins24 virtual denim event taking place online June 23-24, 2020.

Hyosung introduced 3D Max spandex to give denim products dual performance features such ultra-stretch and excellent recovery that last over time. Jeans made with 3D Max offer a natural look and feel and allow for add-on details such as eco-friendly finishes and laser treatments.

“In denim, it has traditionally been difficult to get super stretch with low growth or bagging,” said Mike Simko, Hyosung’s global marketing director – Textiles.  “The industry wants more than 50 percent stretch, but they want it with less than 5 percent growth. While there is currently a way to achieve these targets, it can be expensive and constraining, therefore mills and brands have been asking Hyosung for a better solution. We are happy our creora 3D Max has filled this need.”

At Kingping24, Simko joins Tim Huesemann, director and shareholder of Panther Denim & Tat Fung, in a moderated discussion on the importance of collaborative developments and how the denim industry can benefit by all working together. Simko will also share more information about creora 3D Max spandex along with Hyosung’s GRS certified creora regen spandex made from 100-percent reclaimed waste, and forthcoming creora bio-based spandex. The pre-recorded interview will go live on Wednesday, June 24 in the 1 to 2 p.m. ET timeslot and can be viewed by visiting www.kingpinsshow.com.

Posted June 22, 2020

Source: Hyosung

TRSA’s 28th Annual Maintenance Management Institute Set for Rosemont, IL This Fall

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — June 18, 2020 — Gather at the Embassy Suites O’Hare-Rosemont in Rosemont, Ill., this Sept. 23-25 to attend the industry’s longest-running and most recognized maintenance management and technology development program: TRSA’s Maintenance Management Institute (MMI).

At MMI, network and learn with the linen, uniform and facility services industry’s top engineers, maintenance, plant, and general managers. This year’s 28th annual MMI combines general sessions and breakouts with peer interaction to enhance attendees’ technical knowledge, along with exploration of management and leadership styles. Get empowered to create more effective, efficient, and resilient maintenance practices. While fostering stronger relationships with peers and the industry’s engineering and technology experts. Stay at the top of your game with MMI’s practical, immediately applicable knowledge, skills, strategies, and tactics to optimize operational efficiencies and performance, resulting in reduced downtime and maximum plant productivity.

MMI will kick off with tours and debriefs from high-efficiency linen and uniform service operators Roscoe Co. and UniFirst Corp. (both plants specialize in Uniforms and Workwear). You will get a firsthand look at these top plants and how their business philosophies and use of current technology impact operations. Attendees will tap into a wealth of expertise in management systems, behavior-based safety, human, and organizational performance and lead manufacturing during an address titled, Level Up: Developing a High-Performance Maintenance Program.

Workshop presenters are experts from the linen, uniform and facility services industry who know the everyday issues in keeping laundries running. Benefit from their expertise on the following topics that will improve your operations:

  • General Guidance for Properly Disinfecting Your Plant;
  • Energy Management and Performance Strategies;
  • Managing Employees in the “New Normal”;
  • Managing a Successful Plant Shutdown and Return to Service;
  • Maintenance and Extending the Life of your Equipment; and
  • Roof Safety and Fall Protection.

Individuals who hold the TRSA Certified Professional Laundry Manager (CPLM) designation can receive up to 18 credit hours toward recertification by attending MMI educational sessions and plant tours.

Wrap up the MMI experience on a high note with a facilitated open forum featuring Q&A on any of the topics covered during MMI. This session will allow for interaction with members of TRSA’s MMI task force, top industry managers who will serve as panelists. You will review what you have learned throughout MMI and ask any remaining questions prior to heading home and back to work. Participants can submit their topics on their registration forms, or at the event (any time before this session). They also can ask questions during the session. Questions from the floor will also be welcomed during the session.

Posted June 18, 2020

Source: TRSA

Fourth ITMF-Survey About The Impact Of The Corona-Pandemic On The Global Textile Industry

ZURICH — June 18, 2020 — Between May 20 and June 8, 2020, the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) has conducted its 4th ITMF Corona-Survey among ITMF members and affiliated companies and associations about the impact the Corona-pandemic had on the global textile value chain. In total around 600 companies from around the world participated.

Graph 1: Worldwide, current orders are down by 42 percent on average.

On a global scale, current orders continue to be down on average by more than 40 percent (See Graph 1). When looking at expected turnover in 2020 compared to 2019, the expectations remained unchanged since the 3rd ITMF Corona-Survey. On average, companies are expecting their turnover to plummet by 32 percent. The range between regions differs with from -22 percent in South East Asia to -36 percent in East Asia (See Graph 2).

Graph 2: Worldwide, expected turnover 2020 is down by 32 percent on average versus 2019.

When looking at the different segments in the textile value chain, all segments — from spinners to garment producers — recorded significant decreases in orders (See Graph 2). Also, integrated producers seem to have fared slightly better with -26 percent, while the other segments expect turnover in 2020 to be falling in the range of 31 percent to 34 percent (See Graph 3).

Graph 3: In all segments of the global textile value chain orders are down in the range of 37 percent to 46 percent. Turnover 2020 is down in the range of 26 percent to 34 percent compared to 2019.

Asked when pre-crisis levels are reached again, the majority, 23 percent, is expecting this to be in the 1st quarter of 2021, followed by 21 percent that are expecting this to be the case in the 2nd quarter of 2021. Another 14 percent have the expectations that this will be the case in the 3rd quarter of 2021. Nevertheless, 20 percent of companies are expecting a faster recovery in the 4th quarter 2020 (See Graph 4).

Graph 4: 44 percent expect that pre-crisis levels will be reached again in the 1st or 2nd quarter of 2021.

Posted June 19, 2020

Source: ITMF

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