Donaldson Expands iCue™ Connected Filtration Service To Europe

LEUVEN, Belgium — March 10, 2020 — Donaldson Co. Inc., a worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and solutions, today announced the expansion of the Donaldson iCue™ connected filtration service to Europe. The service monitors industrial dust collectors in real time to help facility teams improve dust collection management.

Early adopters of the iCue service, which was launched in September 2019 in North America, have reported benefits in three main categories:

  • Reduced downtime for dust collection equipment and associated production lines;
  • Lower maintenance costs for labor and parts, including longer filter replacement intervals; and
  • Better management of dust collector tasks and compliance reporting data.

Based on research Donaldson has performed, 65 percent of surveyed facilities reported they would experience production downtime if their collector failed due to maintenance oversights. “Dust collection systems play an important role in helping manage airborne contaminants and emissions,” said Bart Robbeets, sales director of Industrial Air Filtration – After Market of Donaldson Europe & Middle East. “The iCue service provides real-time insights that can help facility teams troubleshoot issues earlier and keep a collector up and running. This added intelligence helps our customers drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve their production uptime.”

The iCue connected filtration service monitors key operating metrics on a dust collector, with additional sensors available to meet specific needs. Users have access to service features that include:

  • Real-time alerts e-mailed directly to facility teams for assessment and action;
  • Easy-to-use dashboard detailing all dust collectors on the service;
  • Automated historic performance reports on each dust collector; and
  • Live customer success team for assistance.

“Facility managers tell us that actively monitoring their dust collectors’ performance is a challenge, in terms of both time and technical knowledge,” said Wade Wessels, global director of Connected Solutions with Donaldson. “Our iCue service automates monitoring and provides simple, actionable data that helps our customers manage their equipment with confidence and ease.”

The compact iCue device and wireless connection is simple to install, requires no IT integration with an internal automation network, and is compatible with major dust collector brands. An annual subscription includes hardware, automated reports, real-time maintenance alerts, and an online interface for more detailed analysis.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: Donaldson Co. Inc.

HanesBrands Launches Popular C9 Champion Brand With Amazon In Multiyear Exclusive Agreement

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — March 10, 2020 — HanesBrands has introduced its popular C9 Champion performance athleticwear exclusively with Amazon Fashion worldwide as part of a multiyear agreement.

C9 Champion, the value-priced product line of iconic Champion athleticwear, has more than 100 styles of its most popular men’s, women’s and children’s activewear, innerwear and accessories available on Amazon’s online store.

Apparel products include performance activewear and workout wear, including leggings, jackets, T-shirts and shorts, and underwear, socks and sports bras. Other products and accessories include gloves, hats and caps, bags, shoes, and fitness equipment.

“We are delighted to launch the C9 Champion line with Amazon Fashion to provide consumers with a new channel to access the brand,” said HanesBrands CEO Gerald W. Evans Jr. “C9 Champion had strong consumer equity and a loyal following for the past 15 years. Consumers love the product line’s quality, selection, value and accessible style. The program is launching with a focus on top styles, but based on past popularity, we expect it to expand over time. We are excited that in addition to being available to U.S.-based fans the C9 Champion product line will be sold globally for the first time.”

The C9 Champion product line will complement the existing mainline Champion authentic sport-inspired apparel available in the Amazon Fashion store with both Champion and C9 Champion having branded storefronts.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: HanesBrands

Baldwin To Introduce TexCoat G4 Fabric Finishing System To US Textile Industry At Techtextil North America

St. LOUIS — March 10, 2020 — Baldwin Technology Company Inc. has announced that it will showcase the TexCoat G4 non-contact precision spray fabric finishing system at the Techtextil North America tradeshow, held from May 12 to 14, 2020, in Atlanta (booth #3048).

With extensive sustainability benefits, unprecedented tracking and process control, and industry 4.0 integration, the TexCoat G4 provides consistently high-quality fabric finishing, with no chemistry waste, as well as minimal water and energy consumption.

“We are extremely proud to introduce the TexCoat G4 to the American textile industry,” said Rick Stanford, Business Development Leader at Baldwin. “After receiving incredibly positive reviews during the launch at ITMA 2019 last June, the TexCoat G4 has proven its efficiency for textile manufacturers across Europe. We are confident in meeting American manufacturers’ high demands for sustainability and profitability, with great margins.”

Baldwin’s innovative non-contact spray technology eliminates chemistry dilution in wet-on-wet processes. The TexCoat G4 consistently and uniformly sprays chemistry across the fabric surface and applies it only where needed, on one or both sides of the fabric. Customers can expect no bath contamination during the finishing process, as well as minimal downtime during changeovers, which are made easy with recipe management that includes automated chemistry and coverage selection.

The TexCoat G4 also enhances sustainability by wasting no chemistry during color, fabric or chemistry changeovers, and because only the required chemistry volume is applied to the fabric, wet pick-up levels can be reduced by up to 50 percent—leading to 50 percent less water and energy consumption. Furthermore, in single-side applications, drying steps can be eliminated for various textiles, including those that are back-coated and laminated, thereby streamlining and simplifying the production process.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: Baldwin Technology Company Inc.

MFG Chemical Names Jonathan O’Dwyer Vice President Commercial Operations

DALTON, Ga. — March 10, 2020 — MFG Chemical, a specialty and custom chemical manufacturer, announces that Dr. Jonathan O’Dwyer has joined the company as vice president, Commercial Operations. Dr. O’Dwyer will be responsible for all commercial operations including marketing, sales, and product management, and be part of the senior management team.

Dr. O’Dwyer comes to MFG Chemical after a successful 15 year career with Albemarle, serving as senior global director of the bromine and bromine derivatives business, and prior to that, as global general manager, Energy Solutions, focused on Albemarle’s high-growth bromine businesses such as oilfield, water treatment, and other markets.

Dr. O’Dwyer received his B.S. Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisiana, and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Texas A & M University. Dr. O’Dwyer also earned an AMA Certification in Finance and Accounting.

MFG Chemical President and CEO Paul Turgeon, stated, “Jonathan is an extraordinary executive who is well-prepared to play a pivotal role in the future success of our customers and the continued growth of MFG Chemical.”

O’Dwyer added: ” I am honored and excited to be a part of this outstanding MFG Chemical team. I look forward to meeting and exceeding our customers’ custom chemical manufacturing needs within MFG Chemical’s culture of complete plant safety and total customer confidentiality.”

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: MFG Chemical LLC

Designtex Introduces Celliant Upholstery

NEW YORK CITY — March 10, 2020 — Designtex and Hologenix LLC, inventor of Celliant®, are proud to announce the launch of Designtex Celliant upholstery. Celliant is a blend of naturally occurring, thermoreactive minerals that are applied as a nonwoven backing to four fabrics across fifty colors. The minerals work to capture and convert body heat into infrared energy, which has been clinically shown to increase local circulation and improve cellular oxygenation, as well as help regulate body temperature, all of which means more energy, endurance, comfort and well-being.

“We like to think of this new collection as charging stations for people,” said Susan Lyons, Designtex president. “The technology provides health and wellness benefits for sedentary moments, like an office worker in their chair or a person sitting in a waiting room, which is revolutionary. It really is a human solution and we are proud to be a part of bringing wellness to the built environment.”

Designtex designs and manufactures applied materials for built environments, including education, retail, hospitality and healthcare spaces, as well as entertainment and sporting arenas. Celliant is the premier infrared responsive textile. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that Celliant products are medical devices as defined in section 201(h) of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and are general wellness products.

“People have mentally and physically demanding careers,” noted Hologenix CEO, Seth Casden. “Designtex recognizes that people need mental acuity, strength and endurance to perform at their best. They are evolving the textile industry with beautiful upholstery that doesn’t just nourish the soul but also promotes well-being. With Designtex Celliant, these environments aren’t just spaces you work in, but environments that work for you. This is a key moment in the evolution of textiles and spatial wellness, and we’re proud to be partnered with Designtex.”

Designtex Celliant upholstery is the future of fabrics. With Celliant technology, Designtex and Hologenix are delivering wellness to the built environment with a solution to amplify the energy, endurance and comfort of the user.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: Hologenix LLC

EURATEX —­ The New EU Industrial Strategy: How Do We Get From Principles To Practice?

BRUSSELS — March 10, 2020 — EURATEX welcomes the proposed new EU industrial strategy but wonders how the proposed principles will be put into practice; reality checks and close monitoring of the implementation of the strategy will be essential to make a positive and sustainable impact.

The European textiles and apparel industry, worth nearly 180 billion euros and including 171,000 companies, is an essential pillar of the European industry. It is a very globalized industry with extensive value chains across different continents. Over the last 10 years, real changes have been made to innovate and increase sustainability of its products, starting from traditional clothing to smart and medical textiles, industrial applications in the automotive and aerospace industry, to protective wear and high-end fashion.

Against this background, EURATEX welcomes the launch of a new comprehensive EU industrial strategy. It is high time for Europe to embrace its industry again, as a source of welfare, innovation and employment. The proposed strategy is rightfully putting emphasis on economic sovereignty, without falling into the trap of protectionism.

The strategy should include some important elements, essential for its success:

  • Any proposed measure must be assessed in a global context, i.e. European companies cannot be subject to new rules, standards or regulations unless all players do play with the same rules. Measures to ensure a level playing field must be realistic and effective.
  • Innovation into a more sustainable industry has an important cost, and the end consumer is not always willing to pick up that cost. This may jeopardize the financial sustainability of our industry, especially for smaller companies. Accompanying measures should be taken to alleviate the burden of green investments, especially for SMEs.
  • Labour force shortage is an important barrier to the development of our industry. In 2018, 34% of the Textile and Clothing workforce was over the age of 50 (a steep increase from the 22% just 10 years ago). It is therefore urgent to make a common effort to both upskill and reskill the current workforce and to attract young talent.

While the principles mentioned in the strategy are sound, effective implementation of such principles into practical measures will be critical. Too often in the past, the EU has presented ambitious plans, but failed to deliver on their implementation, either by lack of resources or political will from member states. EURATEX therefore calls for a strict “governance” of this new strategy, introducing measurable targets, which can be monitored by relevant stakeholders. “We should be vigilant that proposed measures are realistic and effective, and actually support industrial competitiveness, rather than adding a regulatory or financial burden”, commented Director General Dirk Vantyghem on the proposed strategy.

EURATEX stands ready to contribute to a positive and effective implementation of the strategy, making sure the European economy can regain its competitiveness, create jobs and welfare.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: EURATEX

Vince Hankins Joins Organic Dyes And Pigments As Vice President Of Sales

LINCOLN, R.I. — March 10, 2020 — Organic Dyes and Pigments LLC (ORCO)is pleased to announce that Vince Hankins has joined Organic Dyes and Pigments LLC as vice president of sales. Hankins will be responsible for all of ORCO’s sales and marketing management.

Hankins brings with him over thirty years of sales and business management experience with Unifi, Glen Raven Custom Fabrics and most recently Kaltex America having held positions ranging from technical service, account manager, sales manager, director business development, business and division director. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Chemistry from North Carolina State University and resides in Burlington, N.C.

Posted March 10, 2020

Source: Organic Dyes and Pigments

Hengli Petrochemical Announces Full Rate Operation On Its Fourth PTA Line Utilizing INVISTA’s P8 PTA Technology

SHANGHAI — March 9, 2020 — INVISTA’s technology and licensing group, INVISTA Performance Technologies (IPT) and Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) Co. Ltd (Hengli) announced that Hengli’s fourth purified terephthalic acid (PTA) line has reached full rate.

This PTA line of 2.5 million metric tons per annum capacity, located in Changxing Island, Dalian City, Liaoning Province, utilizes INVISTA’s P8 PTA technology with industry leading variable cost, capital productivity and environmental performance, came online on January 8, 2020. This PTA line also produces benzoic acid as co-product, utilizing INVISTA’s proprietary R2R technology.

Mike Pickens, IPT president, commented: “I congratulate Hengli on the successful operation of its PTA Line 4. Both Hengli and INVISTA teams have demonstrated extraordinary commitment under difficult circumstances. The successful start-up of Hengli’s fourth line yet again demonstrates INVISTA’s capability in technology transfer in the global PTA market.”

INVISTA’s industry-leading PTA technology, including its latest version of P8 technology, is available as a license package from IPT.

Posted March 9, 2020

Source: INVISTA

NILIT® Operates Globally Under Normal Schedule During COVID-19

MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel — March 9, 2020 — NILIT is closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak situation and following relevant guidelines of the World Health Organization (WHO) and local health authorities as it continues to meet the needs of its customers around the world.

“Nothing is more important than the health and safety of our people and of the communities we serve,” said Ilan Melamed, NILIT general manager. “At the same time, we are fully committed to do whatever is necessary to support the needs of our customers and partners wherever they are. As a global operation, we have manufacturing facilities on four continents, and are ready and able to supply from them to any location in the world.”

NILIT is maintaining a normal schedule at all its manufacturing plants, distribution centers and sales offices, and is working closely with its suppliers and logistics partners to ensure that products and services reach global customers in as timely a manner as possible.

Posted March 9, 2020

Source: NILIT®

Ross Stores To Open 100 New Locations In 2020

DUBLIN, Calif. — March 9, 2020 — Ross Stores recently opened 19 Ross Dress for Less® and seven dd’s DISCOUNTS® stores across nine different states in February and March. These new locations are part of the Company’s plans to add approximately 100 new stores — 75 Ross and 25 dd’s DISCOUNTS locations — during fiscal 2020.

“These recent openings reflect our ongoing plans to continue building our presence in both existing and newer markets, including the Midwest for Ross, and expansion of dd’s DISCOUNTS into Indiana,” said Gregg McGillis, group executive vice president, Property Development. “We now operate a total of 1,831 Ross Dress for Less and dd’s DISCOUNTS locations across 39 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. As we look out over the long-term, we remain confident that Ross can grow to 2,400 locations and dd’s DISCOUNTS can become a chain of 600 stores given consumers’ ongoing focus on value.”

Posted March 9, 2020

Source: Ross Stores Inc.

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