Sumitomo Corp. Of Americas Invests In Elementum 3D; Furthers Reach Into Additive Manufacturing

NEW YORK CITY — January 13, 2020 — Sumitomo Corp. of Americas (SCOA) announced today its investment in Elementum 3D Inc., an additive manufacturing research and development company that specializes in the creation of advanced metals, composites and ceramics. Elementum holds a patent for a metal powder blended with ceramics that enables faster printing speed, stronger mechanical properties and a wider usage of metal grades that have not traditionally been suitable for additive manufacturing. This investment will help expand the marketing and sales of Elementum’s proprietary powder.

“This investment is an excellent complement to our growing portfolio in the additive manufacturing space,” said Kazuaki Tsuda, senior vice president and general manager, Steel and Non-Ferrous Metal Group at SCOA. “Elementum is pioneering new intelligence related to the raw materials supply chain in additive manufacturing, and we see abundant opportunity for these applications in the near future.”

As a global investment and trading company that operates in numerous industries and markets, SCOA believes Elementum’s products have the potential to be utilized across several of the company’s business verticals, including steel, mineral resources, aerospace and tubular. It is plausible that this technology could disrupt the current supply chain altogether, seeing additive manufacturing end-users working directly with Elementum rather than traditional raw materials manufacturers.

“We are excited to have Sumitomo Corporation of Americas come onboard as an investor. It speaks volumes that a company of this size and reach has such confidence in what we are creating,” said Dr. Jacob Nuechterlein, president at Elementum 3D. “With this series A funding, we are eager to get our product further out into the marketplace and continue to grow our client base.”

Elementum is one of several investments made by SCOA in the AM space, which include Sintavia, a leading Tier 1 additive manufacturer for the Aerospace and Oil & Gas industries, AREVO, a 3D printing company using carbon composite materials and Shapeways, a 3D printing service company.

Posted January 13, 2020

Source: Sumitomo Corporation of Americas

Reebok Will Channel The Energy In Every Step With The Launch Of The Transformative Zig Kinetica

BOSTON — January 13, 2020 — Today, Reebok announces the upcoming launch of Zig Kinetica, a transformative new silhouette that channels and returns energy with every stride you take. Zig Kinetica drops globally on February 21, 2020.

Zig Kinetica will debut with an ad starring legendary mixed martial artist Conor McGregor, in which a mundane clean-up of his son’s bedroom takes a most unexpected turn. The transformative power of the shoe morphs Conor into an action figure that must harness Zig Kinetica’s energy to fight off rogue toys. The launch marks the next phase in Reebok’s “Sport the Unexpected” campaign, celebrating bold risk takers who reshape culture by being anything but expected.

“I absolutely love these, the grip, the stability. I feel the connection from the sole to the material,” McGregor said. “I’ve been around with Reebok a long time now, and each launch, the energy level is climbing. Now we are exploding.”

Reebok’s ZigTech technology, originally introduced on 2010’s ZigPulse silhouette, set a new standard for innovation, function and disruptive design. Transcending its performance-based origin, Zig Kinetica fuses innovative sport tech with sleek style to create a highly functional shoe that seamlessly transitions from gym to street.

Zig Kinetica is built around a distinct zigzag-shaped, energy-return sole that channels and returns kinetic energy using a three-part system:

  • Floatride Fuel: Energized bouncy foam helps deliver cushioning feel for everyday needs
  • Zig Energy Shell: Channels and returns kinetic energy, while providing a bold aesthetic
  • Zig Energy Bands: A unique outsole that expands and contracts like a rubber band to provide spring-like response

“We saw an amazing response testing the Zig silhouette throughout 2019, collaborating with some of the biggest names in fashion,” said Matt Blonder, vice president, marketing & digital brand commerce at Reebok. “Now, we’re excited to bring our biggest launch of 2020 forward, with the help of Conor, during his exciting return to the UFC. The launch of the Zig Kinetica is a watershed moment for Reebok as we look toward the future of this brand and cement ourselves as an industry leader, sitting directly at the intersection of sport and style.”

Posted January 13, 2020

Source: Reebok

Mainetti Group Bolsters Design, Branding, Technology Solutions In The U.S. Market Through Acquisition Of The Star Group

KEASBEY, N.J. — January 13, 2020 — Mainetti Group, a global manufacturer of retail products and solutions, is pleased to announce it has acquired The Star Group, a creative branding and packaging solutions provider located in Lodi, N.J.

The Star Group delivers design, manufacturing and distribution solutions to leading apparel retailers and brands, through a broad offering of labels, tags, specialty trim and other highly personalized products. The Star Group has also capitalized on the explosive growth of e-commerce by partnering with online retailers to brand their shipping packages.

Mainetti will be integrating The Star Group with its wholly owned subsidiary RECA Group, which also offers labels, hangtags and packaging for many of the world’s best-known luxury fashion brands. The new unit will operate as Star-Reca, A Mainetti Company.

“The addition of The Star Group’s professional talent and extensive portfolio of branding solutions deepens Mainetti’s ability to serve global retail brands with the most creative and unique products for their needs,” said Paul Withers, group global head of packaging at Mainetti. “We understand the competitive demands of the retail and apparel industry, and we are confident we can help today’s brands effectively engage with their customers in a way no other company can.”

Similar to Mainetti, The Star Group is committed to sustainability, offering environmentally-friendly labeling and packaging products, as well as organic and recycled alternatives to traditional packaging.

“We are proud to become part of the Mainetti family, a company that’s been a true pioneer and global leader in the retail industry,” said Michael Friedman, president and CEO, The Star Group.  “Mainetti is highly respected for its commitment to excellence and superior customer service. Together with RECA, we will be able to bring premium products and solutions to the market, giving our customers unrivalled choice and support. We look forward to our collective growth and success in the years to come.”

Posted January 13, 2020

Source: Mainetti Group

Prominent Keynote Speakers Lined Up For FiltXPO Technical Conference Info-Packed Program To Feature Experts On Seven Top Themes

CARY, N.C. — January 13, 2020 — Gas phased filtration, biomanufacturing technologies, desalination developments, solution blow spinning, and breakthrough filtration and separation product designs are just a few of the keynote themes that will be addressed at the upcoming FiltXPO™ International Filtration/Separation Exhibition & Technical Conference, February 26-28, at Navy Pier in Chicago.

The overall FiltXPO program will be chaired by Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Associate Dean for Industry Research and Extension, North Carolina State University, and Executive Director, The Nonwovens Institute. Cochairs are Paul Marold, president, Lydall Performance Materials, and Dr. Taylor Sulmonetti, Associate, Exponent. For the latest program updates, visit filtxpo.com

The seven prominent keynote speakers are:

  • Membrane Filtration – Dr. Aflal Rahmathullah, manager, Liquid Filtration Engineering, Donaldson Company Inc. 

Water Filtration – Dr. Eric M.V. Hoek, Professor, UCLA Samueli School of Engineering and Director, UCLA Sustainable LA Grand Challenge, and Editor-in-Chief of npj Clean Water 

Separation & Manufacturing – Dr. Shagufta Patel, research scientist, Parker Hannifin Company
  • Biopharmaceutical – Dr. Michael Phillips, technical director – Next Generation BioProcessing R&D, MilliporeSigma
  • Air/Gas Filtration – Michael O’Laughlin, vice president, Advanced Solutions, Lydall Performance Materials Inc.
  • Filter Media Modeling – Dr. Hooman V. Tafreshi, chaired professor, Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Nanofiber Filter Media – Dr. Eliton Medeiros, professor, Federal University of Para

“FiltXPO will feature thought leaders and innovators in the most up-to-date areas that are critical to filtration and separation. Attendees will gain knowledge, insights, and connections to transform their businesses, making FiltXPO a not-to-be-missed event,” Pourdeyhimi said.

The conference will feature 32 presentations with technical insights on a wide range of filtration and separation processes to FiltXPO attendees. Newest updates include:

  • Materials Development for Next Generation Biopharmaceutical Process Filtration: Dr. Francis Porbeni, Product/Application Development Specialist of 3M’s Biopharmaceutical Purification Business Unit. Porbeni will reveal how new, high-performance purification devices using carefully selected nonwovens and surface chemistry are meeting manufacturing’s complex needs. Discover how novel new filter media is able to remove significant levels of host cell proteins and DNA from a bioprocess stream while also addressing key production challenges.
  • Electrostatic Transparent Air Filter Membranes Comprising Metallized Microfibers for Particulate Removal: Dr. Alexander Yarin, Distinguished Professor, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Illinois at Chicago. Yarin will present how air filters made with metallized fibers can remove 97 percent of particulate matter from the air while offering filter longevity and improved public health.
  • High Productivity Nonwoven Membrane Adsorbers for Biological Product Capture: Dr. Ruben Carbonell, Chief Technology Officer of the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL). Carbonell will discuss how membrane adsorbers using nonwovens offer numerous benefits for high-resolution separations of proteins.

FiltXPO highlights include concurrent exhibits featuring products and technologies from filtration and separation industry leaders and also a Filter Media Training Course led by Chris Plotz, INDA’s Director of Education & Technical Affairs, on February 25-26.

Conference registrants will also receive a floor pass to the exhibit hall and lunch vouchers for the exhibit hall food vendors.

Registration is open on the FiltXPO website, to register visit https://www.filtxpo.com/registration.html

FiltXPO will continue to add focused topics geared to engineers, scientists, and industry professionals to the expanding program. For updates and registration information, visit FiltXPO.com

Posted January 13, 2020

Source: FILTXPO™

 

lululemon Appoints Nikki Neuburger Chief Brand Officer

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — January 8, 2020 — lululemon athletica inc. today announced that it has appointed Nikki Neuburger as chief brand officer, effective January 20. In this role, Neuburger will be responsible for elevating the lululemon brand and leading the marketing, creative, communications and sustainability functions to drive the company’s global brand and storytelling initiatives. She joins the company’s Senior Leadership Team, and will report to CEO Calvin McDonald.

“Nikki is an innovative marketing leader with a proven track record of building and scaling global brands, making her the ideal person to become lululemon’s first chief brand officer,” said McDonald. “Her years of experience in the athletic industry, paired with her deep expertise in digital marketing, consumer insights and brand creative, will be instrumental as we build upon our momentum and deliver on our Power of Three growth strategy.”

Neuburger joins lululemon from Uber, where she served as global head of marketing for Uber Eats for the past two years and led the introduction and expansion of the brand across five regions in 36 countries. Previously, Neuburger spent 14 years at Nike, most recently serving as the company’s global vice president of Nike Running. In this role, she led teams around the world and reset the brand position to focus on product innovation, digital services, and community building. She also oversaw the direction of the Nike Membership division.

“I am thrilled to join lululemon at this exciting time in the company’s growth story,” Neuburger said. “I have long admired the company and deeply connect with its core values. I look forward to working with the senior leadership team and the lululemon teams across the globe as we continue to elevate the brand and build deeper connections with new and existing guests around the world.”

A lifelong athlete, Neuburger graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and served as team captain of the University’s NCAA Division I volleyball team.

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: lululemon athletica inc.

Ross Stores Announces Departure Of Bernie Brautigan, President, Merchandising, Ross Dress For Less

DUBLIN, Calif. — January 9, 2020 — Ross Stores Inc. announced today that Bernie Brautigan, president, Merchandising of Ross Dress for Less since 2016, is leaving the Company. Senior merchant executives under his areas of responsibility will now report to CEO Barbara Rentler.

In commenting, Rentler said: “Bernie has made numerous valuable contributions over his 16-year career as a merchandising executive at Ross Dress for Less. We thank him and wish him well in his future endeavors.”

She added: “We have a very talented and long-tenured team of senior merchandising leaders directing a large organization of more than 800 buyers. The strength of our merchant team enables us to source the best bargains in the marketplace, which gives us confidence in our prospects for continued profitable growth and market share gains.”

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: Ross Stores, Inc.

PVH Corp. Names Tom Chu Regional President, PVH Asia Pacific

NEW YORK CITY — January 8, 2020 — PVH Corp. announced today that Tom Chu will become regional president of PVH Asia Pacific, effective February 1, 2020.

Chu previously served as president, PVH Japan. In his new role, he will report to Stefan Larsson, PVH president.

“Tom’s strong management ability and consistent track record will position PVH well to further our Asia expansion. As we move forward, we are focused on leveraging the strength of our brands, continuing to capturing the heart of the consumer and delivering sustainable profitable growth in one of our fastest growing regions,” Larsson said.

Frank Cancelloni, formerly regional president, PVH Asia Pacific, will be leaving PVH at the end of March 2020 to pursue new opportunities.

“On behalf of PVH, we would like to thank Frank for his many contributions in leading our Asia Pacific business for the past six years. In his role Frank has led significant growth and expansion of our brand operations in the region,” Larsson said.

Chu has been with PVH for over six years. Together with his team he returned TOMMY HILFIGER to its premium brand status and the business to profitability in Japan, and re-launched CALVIN KLEIN JEANS product to the market. His brand, product and consumer focus, strong business acumen and Asia experience will enhance PVH’s long-term growth potential.

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: PVH Corp.

Casandra Robinson Joins ASTM International Board Of Directors

W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — January 10, 2020 — Casandra W. Robinson, physical scientist in the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Standards Coordination Office, Gaithersburg, Md., will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors.

Robinson is responsible for the development of documentary standards and coordinating with NIST technical units, other federal agencies, industry, and relevant stakeholders in the development of standards and conformity assessment systems. Overall, NIST advances measurement science, standards, and technology to enhance U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness.

An ASTM International member since 2006, Robinson is a member of the committees on homeland security applications (E54), textiles (D13), leather (D31), pedestrian/walkway safety and footwear (F13), and personal protective clothing and equipment (F23). She has been honored with the Award of Merit, and the E54 Award of Appreciation.

Prior to joining NIST in 2012, Robinson served as program manager with the Savannah River National Laboratory. For the previous five years, she supported the National Institute of Justice’s Standards and Testing Program with the development of performance standards and conformity assessment for public safety equipment.

Robinson holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Clemson University and a master’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from the University of Alabama.

ASTM International’s board of directors is made up of 25 leaders from an array of companies, associations, and government bodies worldwide. Several members are based outside the United States.

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: ASTM International

PVH Corp. To Sell Speedo North America Business To Pentland Group

NEW YORK CITY — January 9, 2020 — PVH Corp. announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Speedo North America business to Pentland Group, parent company of Speedo International Ltd., for $170 million in cash, subject to a working capital adjustment. Speedo International licenses the Speedo trademark to a PVH subsidiary for perpetual use in North America and the Caribbean. The transaction, which is expected to close in the first quarter of PVH’s fiscal 2020 year, is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval.

“This strategic announcement aligns with PVH’s goal to optimize and streamline its Heritage Brands business in the ever-evolving retail environment and focus on delivering sustainable profitable growth of its global brands, CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER. I am pleased to see Pentland Group reunite the Speedo business globally, as they are best positioned to capture the full potential of the iconic Speedo brand,” said Emanuel Chirico, chairman and CEO, PVH Corp.

Pentland Group, which also owns the Berghaus, Canterbury, Ellesse and SeaVees brands, acquired Speedo in 1991 and has since developed it into the world’s leading performance swimwear brand.

Andy Long, CEO of Pentland Group’s Pentland Brands division, said: “We’ve had a great partnership with PVH and they’ve done an incredible job in raising the profile of the Speedo brand and growing the business in North America during their time as licensee.”

The acquisition by Pentland Group comes ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics and the participation of many Speedo athletes. Long adds, “With the Tokyo Games this year, now is the right time to bring Speedo North America back into our brand portfolio. Pentland has a strong track record of investing in people and international brands and we’re looking forward to welcoming the Speedo North America team into the Pentland family and working together on the next chapters in the Speedo success story.”

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: PVH Corp.

Carol Pollack-Nelson Joins ASTM International Board Of Directors

W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — January 9, 2020 — Dr. Carol Pollack-Nelson, owner of Independent Safety Consulting LLC, Rockville, Md., will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors.

Pollack-Nelson is also a human factors psychologist specializing in consumer product safety. She provides guidance to stakeholders on a wide range of product safety issues including foreseeable use and anticipated hazards.

An ASTM International member since 1992, Pollack-Nelson is a member of the committees on consumer products (F15) and textiles (D13). She was honored with the F15 Consumer Award in 2006.

Before working as a consultant, Pollack-Nelson worked as a senior engineering psychologist at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) from 1988 to 1993.

Pollack-Nelson holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a doctorate in industrial/organizational psychology from George Washington University.

ASTM International’s board of directors is made up of 25 leaders from an array of companies, associations, and government bodies worldwide. Several members are based outside the United States.

Posted January 10, 2020

Source: ASTM International

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