KARL MAYER Technische Textilien Will Present As A Competent Partner Of The Composite Industry At JEC World

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — February 4, 2019 — KARL MAYER Technische Textilien GmbH is an important player in the composite sector, so that the participation in the leading trade fair, the JEC World, is a must for the company. At the upcoming exhibition to take place from March 12-14 in Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, KARL MAYER Technische Textilien will be showing innovative solutions for producing high-quality reinforcement textiles on its information stand, Hall 5, Q 58: namely the COP MAX 4 as a flexible multi-axial warp knitting machine intended for the manufacture of multilayered, multi-axial structures with angles ranging between maximum +20° and -20° as well as the COP MAX 5 especially designed for processing carbon fibers. For the efficient spreading of fiber tapes, the company will be displaying its fiber spreading unit UD 700. The guests can gather information on the high-tech machines by means of video presentations, print media and during discussions with the KARL MAYER specialists, and they can also learn more about the technical features. Besides, the visitors will have the opportunity to get information on KARL MAYER’s latest development trends regarding the production of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic tapes.

Another focal point of the exhibition will be the topic: KARL MAYER WEBSHOP SPARE PARTS. The customers from the technical textiles sector will have the chance to try out on the spot how easy it is to place orders by using KARL MAYER’s well-tried tool.

Posted February 6, 2019

Source: KARL MAYER Textilmaschinenfabrik GmbH

David Corbin Takes On Top Executive Role At American Silk Mills As Douthit Retires

HIGH POINT, N.C. — February 5, 2019 — David R. Corbin has joined American Silk Mills (ASM) as CEO. He assumes responsibilities previously held by Cynthia Clark Douthit prior to her retirement. Douthit will consult with the company in areas of design and product development.

Corbin is an accomplished, entrepreneurial business leader with experience across the home furnishings industry. Prior to joining ASM, Corbin held positions as president and CEO at Real Home Furniture by Oak West, a leading manufacturer of youth and home entertainment furniture; COO at Steve Silver Co., a leader in casual dining, upholstery and occasional furniture; president of Southerland Inc., a leading independent bedding company; COO/senior vice president at Chromcraft Revington, a furniture and upholstery company manufacturing product lines that include Chromcraft, Peters Revington and Cochrane; and CMO/vice president of Marketing at Home Meridian International, a furniture company developing and marketing a portfolio of branded product lines that include: Antiques Roadshow, Build-A-Bear Workshop Home, Keepsakes, Pulaski and Samuel Lawrence.

Under his direction, Corbin will focus the company around building the ASM brand among current and prospective customers as well as improving operations through continuous improvement and innovation. Future plans for the company also include expanding its business through strategic acquisition.

“We appreciate Cynthia and her tireless dedication to developing the reputation for design leadership and quality American Silk Mills enjoys today,” said Updeep Singh, deputy CEO at Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited (Sutlej), American Silk Mills’ parent company. “For nearly two decades, Cynthia has graciously contributed both her knowledge of the industry and her reputation for design creativity.”

“At the same time, we are pleased to welcome David to our executive team,” Singh added. “We have great respect for his strategic leadership and unique level of executive management and marketing experience, and we welcome his vision for the growth and development of our business and portfolio of products. We are confident that his entrepreneurial management style and product development expertise will position ASM to best meet current and future demand for its high quality textiles, product innovation and business opportunities.”

“I am very happy to join the ASM team,” said Corbin, “and I look forward to contributing to the Company’s growth through continuous improvement of operations and customer service, new product development and innovation, and through strategic acquisitions. He added, “the synergies between ASM and Sutlej offer infinite opportunity for alignment across the Company that will expand the resources of the Company and benefit our North American customers. I’m excited to begin working with the team to identify these synergies and optimizing them to their full potential.”

Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited is the flagship textiles company of the KK Birla Group headquartered in India. It is a leading textile solutions provider, producing a range of products including spun yarns, fabrics for home furnishings, contract drapery and upholstery. Sutlej currently serves a global clientele with its presence in major developed and emerging markets across more than 65 countries. The ASM parent company is an internationally-recognized industry leader in the use of state-of-the-art technology and implementation of eco-friendly and sustainable manufacturing practices and processing.

American Silk Mills was acquired by Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited in November 2017. ASM was founded in 1896 and remains among the oldest and most established of the American textile brands. The Company specializes in designing, weaving and distributing innovative textiles to customers across residential, contract, transportation and specialty markets. ASM products include indoor/outdoor performance fabrics, fine jacquard textiles, high quality silks, a variety of luxurious velvets and Sensuede®, an eco-friendly synthetic suede.

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: American Silk Mills (ASM)

Unifi Asia Pacific (Hong Kong), KIPAS Enter Into Strategic Agreement

HONG KONG — February 5, 2019 — Unifi Asia Pacific (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd. (UAP) announced today that it has entered into a strategic commercial agreement with Kipas Mensucat Isletmeleri A.S. (KIPAS) for the supply of REPREVE® staple fibers into the Republic of Turkey. UAP and KIPAS will leverage the supply infrastructure in Turkey to provide quality, service, speed-to-market and Repreve-based staple fiber offerings to fabric mills as well as brand and retail partners.

Repreve, a global leader in branded recycled fiber, is made from recycled materials, including plastic bottles, and is traceable and certified through Unifi’s proprietary U TRUST® verification program. U TRUST is a comprehensive certification program designed to provide Repreve customers with an increased level of transparency. As part of the U TRUST program, Unifi incorporates FiberPrint®, a proprietary technology that enables the presence and percentage of Repreve content in finished products to be confirmed and certified.

The agreement will provide customers in Turkey with rapid access to Repreve spun yarns by utilizing the advanced capabilities of KIPAS. Repreve staple fibers will be available from KIPAS in a variety of specifications including raw white and dope dyed as well as a range of deniers and staple lengths, allowing for quick access to quality Repreve spun yarns in Turkey.

“KIPAS is proud to collaborate with UAP to bring Repreve spun yarn products to Turkey.  The Repreve staple fiber offerings are in line with our own standards for quality and scope of offering, and we feel confident that this cooperation will serve and adequately supply the Turkish market with Repreve, the certified and traceable recycled polyester staple fiber of choice,” stated Halit Gumuser, managing director of of Kipas Textiles Inc.

Repreve polyester staple fiber is used extensively in both blends and 100 percent polyester constructions and can be coupled with performance technologies for enhanced functionality. KIPAS’s investments allow for advanced blending and spinning capabilities including ring, open-end, siro compact, core spun and air jet.  With large capacity and flexible production abilities, KIPAS will be able to meet the needs of customers desiring Repreve spun products across many yarn specifications.

Commenting on the agreement, Hongjun Ning, UAP’s president, said: “We are excited to engage with fabric manufacturers in Turkey, a key market for textile manufacturing, and to support our global brand and retail customers who are making the decision to offer their customers an environmentally-conscious option by incorporating Repreve recycled polyester into their products.  We look forward to supporting the breadth of products demanded by our customers, as well as offering the quickest supply route through our cooperation with KIPAS.”

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: Unifi Inc.

Partnership Between NGOs, Research And Industry Presents Initial Results Of A Study Outlining The Impact Of Microfibers From Outdoor Apparel On Our Waters At The 2019 ISPO

MUNICH/UNTERFÖHRING, Germany — February 5, 2019 — Experts since long are in agreement that the only viable future for the global apparel industry lies in a closed loop, in which the raw materials in the textiles are separated, recycled and reused for new products. While many companies have already begun to align their future product strategies with this view, a few details still need to be worked out before such a closed loop actually functions 100 percent without “collateral damage.” One of the Achilles heels was only recently discovered and the industry has just begun to pinpoint the exact cause: microfibers released into our waters and oceans via washing machines.

As small as they might be, their accumulated volume is so large that we can assume with a great degree of certainty that there will be foreseeable consequences for the animal and human food chains. Against this backdrop, Sympatex, long a trailblazer in the transformation of the functional apparel industry to a closed textile loop, has joined forces with several expert partners to quickly develop and drive corresponding solutions forward. At a press conference on day 2 of the 2019 ISPO, Sympatex released the initial results of a joint study on the issue of “Microplastic & Functional Textiles” together with the Plastic Soup Foundation, a leading interest group focused on tackling the global plastic problem, the renowned Italian Research Council (IPCB-CNR), PlanetCare, a leading manufacturer of microplastic filters for washing machines, and the recently-formed Plastic Leak Project initiative, to which Sympatex belongs as a sponsor and partner.

In a broadly-structured, months-long series of studies, since the fall of 2018 researchers have been examining mono-fraction polyester laminates from Sympatex – made of both recycled and non-recycled shell and lining materials – to determine exactly which approaches will help minimize the amount of microfibers released during the washing process. The initial results are promising. The special Sympatex lamination process, in which the polyester shell and/or lining materials are bonded with the Sympatex membrane, has been found to reduce the amount of microplastic particles that are loosened by 50 to 70 percent compared to non-laminated textile material. While examining the differences between recycled and non-recycled shell and lining materials, researchers were able to demonstrate that the use of recycled fiber materials is just as advantageous as using new raw materials. In some cases, even better values were achieved. The use of water-repellant, PFC-free coatings on the surface of the materials has shown no significant improvements to date.

By this summer, the analyses will be deepened and expanded to include the entire Sympatex portfolio, then enhanced with initial approaches for potential industrial optimization processes. The aim is to have a set of recommendations available in time for the next season and to be able to begin optimizing the apparel collections. At the same time, Sympatex is participating in the Plastic Leak Project from Quantis in order to help provide the industry faster and better information regarding the actual extent of the problem and to eventually make clear solutions available.

“Given the obvious ecological challenges, our underlying principle is not to wait until we understand the full extent of a problem before we begin to take action. Our explicit goal is to find technical ways to reduce the amount of fibers released by our laminates during washing by 85 percent, compared to conventional polyester textiles. For the remaining 15 percent, we need the washing machine industry and filters,” explained Dr. Rüdiger Fox, managing director at Sympatex. “We should have learned from the PFC discussion that it makes more sense to work directly together with all interest groups to come up with concrete solutions, instead of denying or playing down the problem until you’re forced into action after years of resistance,” adds Fox.

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: Sympatex Technologies GmbH

Odor-Free Polyester Functional Clothing: Patented Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 Technology With Bluesign®, ECO PASSPORT, And Skin Friendly Certification

BURGDORF, Switzerland — February 5, 2019 — Polyester sport and functional textiles treated with Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 are protected against “permastink”. Already a holder of the Swiss Technology Award, the Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 odor-management technology can now carry the bluesign® sustainability label, the Skin Friendly certification from the Hohenstein Institute and the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® label. SANITIZED AG has been a bluesign® system partner for over 10 years.

An unwelcome odor can quickly develop in polyester sport and functional clothing, even if freshly washed. This is “permastink”. It’s a challenge to the textile industry as it generally reduces the attractiveness and market opportunities of sport and functional clothing made from polyester.

The patented, non-biocidal Sanitized® Odoractiv 10 technology provides specific solutions and sales arguments for the end products. It works in two ways: The odor-causing bacteria can’t stick to the textile surface and are washed out completely in a normal wash cycle. This is due to the anti-adhesive “coating” applied in the padding process. This effect has been proven in a test procedure developed in cooperation with EMPA (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Material Science and Technology). Secondly, the treatment has an adsorbing effect. The odors are “trapped” and repeatedly expelled during a normal wash cycle.

No binder, no nano

Another characteristic: The treatment with Sanitized Odoractiv 10 doesn’t apply an additional binder system. As with all of our products, Sanitized uses no nano technology. The safety and tolerability have been confirmed by the Skin Friendly certification from the Hohenstein Institute and ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX label. These have now been joined by the bluesign accreditation.

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: SANITIZED AG

The 10 Startups Shaking The Composites Industry At JEC World 2019

PARIS — February 5, 2019 — After the success of the two first editions, JEC World organizes the third edition of Startup Booster, the leading startup competition in Composites, where ten startups will present their innovation in front of a jury of experts.

  • +120 startups to compete
  • 30 countries
  • 10 finalists to pitch
  • international jury

JEC Group launched Startup Booster programme in 2017 to get closer to the startup world, to attract the new generation of composites entrepreneurs and put them at the forefront of the industry.

The program gives the floor to 10 startups, each of them having five minutes to present their innovation, on March 12, 2019, from 10.30 AM in Agora Stage (Hall 5) in front of a jury of experts from the composites industry.

These 10 startups will be also showcasing within the Startup Booster Village, during the three days, and will benefit from a dedicated program, including workshops with Startup Booster Main Innovation partners’ Airbus & Daimler, and Innovation partner’s Altair.

“Daimler being one of the main Innovation Partner of the Startup Booster, we are looking for innovations, in particular sustainable technologies and processes”, said Dr. Karl-Heinz FUELLER, responsible for material innovations and BIW concept development, Daimler AG.

“As a main Innovation Partner of the Startup Booster competition we get fantastic direct engagement with the innovators who are defining solutions for the future”, said Jelle BLOEMHOF, Head of Manufacturing Technologies of Composite at Airbus.

Members of the 2019 jury:

  • Jelle BLOEMHOF, Head of Manufacturing Technologies of Composite, Airbus
  • Karl-Heinz FUELLER, Responsible for material innovations and BIW concept 
development, Daimler AG
  • Jeffrey WOLLSCHLAGER, Senior Director – Composites Technology, Altair Engineering
  • Renaud POULARD, Partner, Omnes Capital
  • Raphael SURUN, Head of Composites Department, Beneteau Group

2019 Startup Booster Finalists:

  • Biprocel (Spain): A new generation of regenerated, high-end & plant- based materials.
  • Lingrove (USA): Materials and design firm focused on plant based fibers and resins
  • UBQ Materials (Israel): Reducing your Carbon Footprint, empowering your pledge to the Environment and Future Generations
  • AirGo (Singapore): World’s first full composite economy class passenger seat developer
  • AEON-T (Spain): Enabling mass production of composite parts
  • Arevo (USA): Delivering the future of composite manufacturing today through breakthrough advancements in software, materials, and robotics. Through enabling the 3D printing of large, mass-produced parts and structures, AREVO is revolutionizing mainstream manufacturing and the global supply chain.
  • Lavoisier Composites (France): New generation of material entirely sourced from the French aerospace transformation sector.
  • Mantis Composites (USA): Bringing the advantages of carbon fiber composites to intricate parts which are currently only possible to make out of machined metals.
  • cellEQ (Germany): Developing, producing and distributing individual measuring equipment for the shrinkage analysis of multi-component resin systems.
  • Woodoo (France): Augmented Wood

Main Innovation Partners:

  • Airbus & Daimler

Innovation Partners:

  • Altair & Astech

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: JEC Group

SoftWear Automation: Announcing SEWBOTs® As A Service

ATLANTA — February 5, 2019 — From 1994 to 2005, the United States lost more than 900,000 textile and apparel jobs to offshoring.

Fast-forward to 2018. The pendulum is swinging back and textiles are returning as lean, highly automated, environmentally conscious production facilities. Within the last six years, there have been significant announcements by foreign-owned textile companies investing in the United States, with site selection choices clustered in the Southeast including the first Chinese owned Cut Make Trim factory in Arkansas.

Despite this industry reversal, the seamstresses are not returning. While the knowledge can be shared to upskill workers, people don’t have the  desire to work in a traditional textile factory.

To solve this and accelerate the growth of US based textile manufacturing, Softwear Automation is announcing SEWBOTS-as-a-Service, a rental lease service to allow manufacturers, brands, and retailers to source and manufacture here in the United States at a lower cost than outsourcing and with greater predictability and quality. While we understand the benefits of “Made in America”, the focus of this program is to offer United States textile manufacturing more control, greater margin, faster turn times and less inventory.

SEWBOTS-as-a-Service creates immediate return on investment benefits while enabling scale across retailer, brand, and manufacturer. For a monthly fee starting at $5,000 per month per robot, a factory can add annual production capacity of up to 1 million units (product dependent). This enables a manufacturer to bring on a Sewbot for just over $55/shift  (based on 7 days a week and 3 shifts a day).

SEWBOTS-as-a-Service is focused on bringing scale to basic sewn good production within the country of destination (a local supply chain).  This focus allows manufacturers to move current seamstresses to premium products while creating a more reactive, reliable and sustainable textile ecosystem.

Posted February 5, 2019

Source: SoftWear Automation

Alton Lane Launches First-Ever Line Of 100-Percent Custom Shoes

NEW YORK CITY — February 1, 2019 — Alton Lane today announced the launch of its first custom shoe collection, available online and in-store at 12 showrooms across the country. Handmade in Europe from premium Italian and Spanish leathers, and starting at $295, the collection includes nine fully customizable styles ranging from casual moccasins, loafers and chukka boots to formal oxfords, double monks and tuxedo slippers.

“We are thrilled to announce the launch of Alton Lane custom shoes,” said Colin Hunter, co-founder and CEO of Alton Lane. “We have seen tremendous demand for personalization in men’s apparel and accessories, with clients more and more excited about playing a role in the design process. This is the first time that fully customizable shoes, at this price point and level of quality, will be available for sale. We are committed to delivering products that our clients are seeking and a shoe collection was the natural next endeavor.”

The Alton Lane custom shoe collection features:

  • Nine styles — Whole cut, double monk, horsebit loafer, penny loafer, derby, oxford, chukka boot, Chelsea boot and tux slipper
  • Virtual 3D design tool — Design your next pair of shoes online with Alton Lane’s virtual 3D design tool, which enables you to visualize how the shoes will look as you create them
  • Fabric and color customization — The color and fabric of nearly every element of the shoe can be customized; from soft Italian suede to linen and premium calf leathers in a variety of colors and finishes, to the laces, sole and interior of each shoe
  • Stitching, monograms — Next-level personalization with initials and/or custom designs
  • Hand-painted patina on select styles
  • Exceptional comfort — Shoes are fit according to your unique length and width measurements, ensuring premium support, maximum comfort and minimal break-in time

To shop Alton Lane custom shoes online, visit www.altonlane.com/shoes.

Clients can also make an appointment for an in-store design session at each of Alton Lane’s 12 showroom locations nationwide.

Posted February 4, 2019

Source: Alton Lane

Charlotte Russe Holdings Files Voluntary Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Petition in U.S.; Pursues Going Concern Sale Of Business

SAN FRANCISCO — February 4, 2019 — Charlotte Russe Holdings Corp. together with its subsidiaries today announced that the company has voluntarily filed for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware on February 3, 2019. Charlotte Russe intends to use these proceedings to facilitate an orderly wind-down of a group of approximately 94 of its store locations, while continuing to pursue a going-concern sale of the business and assets.

Charlotte Russe and Peek stores and online platforms are currently open and continuing to serve customers. The company will provide more details about the plans for the closing locations of Charlotte Russe and Peek and store closing sales in the near term.

Charlotte Russe has received a commitment for a debtor in possession financing in the maximum amount of $50 million. If approved by the Bankruptcy Court, the financing will support the company’s operations and administration during the Chapter 11 proceedings.

Charlotte Russe has filed a number of customary motions with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court seeking authorization to operate its business in the ordinary course during the Chapter 11 proceedings, including, without limitation, authority to continue payment of employee wages and benefits, and amounts due to shippers and warehousemen, utility service providers and taxing authorities. The company also seeks authorization from the Court to continue to honor certain customer programs.

Additional information regarding Charlotte Russe’s Chapter 11 filing and information about the claims process is available at www.donlinrecano.com/charlotterusse .

Cooley LLP is serving as the Company’s legal counsel, Berkeley Research Group is serving as its financial advisor, and Guggenheim Securities LLC is serving as its investment banker.

Posted February 4, 2019

Source: Charlotte Russe Holdings Corp.

Vietnam Veteran Establishes Fishing And Outdoor Apparel Brand

METAIRIE, La. — February 4, 2019 — As a proud U.S. Navy Veteran who served in the Vietnam War, 80-year-old entrepreneur Glen Newell has a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for fishing. Spending a large portion of his life on the water, Newell fell in love with Louisiana and what The Sportsman’s Paradise offered him. Expanding on his affinity for fishing, Newell runs Home Run Charters Fishing & Lodges company in Venice, La. However, along with being an outdoorsman, he possesses a keen eye for stylish performance fishing gear. Therefore, with decades of business experience, he combined his talents and ideas to make his own clothing company, Apparel by Home Run.

Fishing always held a special place in Newell’s heart. He believes that protective fishing attire is a necessity, and it must be very attractive for men and women. Armed with a local design team of graphic designers and Louisiana artists, Apparel By Home Run makes a big splash into the waters of performance fishing apparel.

Newell wasn’t handed the opportunity to create businesses, like Apparel By Home Run. In childhood, he ran away from home at the age of 15 years old, to escape domestic violence. Before joining the U.S. Navy, he apprenticed under a MAYO Clinic physician, in exchange for food and a roof over his head. After his apprenticeship, Newell attended and graduated from the Balboa Hospital Pharmacy School in California.

In his service, he worked on a ship as a pharmacist and provided medication to those in need, during the trials and tribulations of the Vietnam War. When he returned home, Newell built everything he had from nothing, which displayed the American Dream. All he knows is hard work. Even at 80-years-old, he remains relentless with his final business. He works with a passion for everything in fishing, fashion, and community.

Newell is a machine, when it comes to perfectionism and quality. With his good judgement, he outfitted his company with workaholic individuals, to power Apparel By Home Run. There’s a new fishing apparel company, superior products, a desire to leave its mark, and it’s here to stay. In honor of the United States and all those who served to protect its freedom, Apparel by Home Run is hiring disabled veterans.

Customer Testimonials: 
”Love the shirt, good fit and super comfortable! I’ve gotten so many compliments on this shirt! Thanks Home Run!” – Nathan N.

“The shirts and clothes are super comfortable. I live in Mississippi and it gets hot here. It really makes fishing a lot more comfortable. I’m not one for wearing anything typical, these shirts are one-off and look way better than anything else you can buy. The artwork on them is great, just fantastic.” – TreVante Taliaferro

Posted February 4, 2019

Source: Apparel By Home Run

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