New York City Voters Reject Fur: Legislation — Intro 1476 — Introduced By City Council Speaker Corey Johnson Banning Fur Sales

NEW YORK CITY — May 13, 2019 — An overwhelming majority of New York City voters support banning the sale of fur apparel in the city, according to the results of a newly released poll.

The poll found that 75 percent of respondents support a citywide law to prohibit the sale of fur apparel. The results found widespread support for legislation — Intro 1476 — introduced by City Council Speaker Corey Johnson banning fur sales. The Council’s Committee on Consumer Affairs is holding a hearing on the bill Wednesday.

“The results show that New York City needs to take action to catch up to what is clearly society’s sentiment, that cruelty is not fashionable,” said Friends of Animals President Priscilla Feral. “NYC can be the ultimate fashion forward role model by passing this legislation. Showing compassion for animals, and all sentient beings, is one of the purest expressions of our humanity.”

Friends of Animals has joined with FurFreeNYC to support the legislation and will be attend the noon rally at City Hall Wednesday and testifying at the hearing there. The poll, released by the coalition and conducted by Mason-Dixon Polling and Research shows widespread support in all boroughs for the ban.

In a statement Monday, Feral noted there has been widespread misinformation about the fur ban bill circulating by opponents. The bill prohibits the sale of any fur apparel including any skin in whole or part with hair, fleece or fibers attached. It does not restrict or prevent residents from wearing fur apparel they have already purchased. The bill does not ban leather; it has an exemption for fur worn as a matter of religious custom and for sales of used fur.

While opponents contend fur is environmentally sustainable, the fur industry likes to ignore studies that have found real fur to be the most harmful of all fabrics. The production of real fur is significantly more harmful than other types of fabric to the environment in part because of chemicals used to prevent the skins from decomposing and decomposing of mink feces, according to a study by CE Delft. Increasingly, faux fur manufacturers and fashion houses are using innovative, sustainable fabrics.

“The fur industry is trying to divert attention and scare the public,” said Feral. “But New York City residents understand the issue and want to see an end to the cruelty.”

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Friends of Animals Inc.

Sustainable Apparel Coalition Launches Technology Venture Higg Co.

SAN FRANCISCO — May 13, 2019 — The Sustainable Apparel Coalition today announced the launch of Higg Co., a public benefit company that will develop the technology that delivers the Higg Index. The Higg Index is a suite of sustainability assessment tools used globally by brands, retailers and manufacturers to measure the environmental and social performance of a company or product.

The SAC, which was founded in 2009, will continue to focus on the multi-stakeholder collaboration that drives social and environmental sustainability measurement and improvements in the apparel, footwear and textile industry.

“The SAC’s vision of an industry that produces no unnecessary environmental harm and has a positive social impact remains as vital as when we started,” said SAC Interim Executive Director Amina Razvi. “Spinning out the technology capability enables both organizations to focus on accelerating progress towards that vision.”

Higg Co. will be led by former SAC CEO Jason Kibbey and its headquarters are in San Francisco. In addition to hosting Higg Index tools, Higg Co. will also offer custom solutions to allow companies to integrate measurable data directly into their internal systems, better enabling decisions throughout the enterprise.

“With the spinout of Higg Co., we will provide the industry the trusted technology it needs to be able to implement the Higg Index at scale,” said Jason Kibbey, CEO of Higg Co. “Our customers rely on strong technology to drive the social and environmental improvements that will reshape the apparel and footwear industry, and other industries in the future.”

Higg Co. is majority-owned by the SAC and funding is provided by impact investment firms Titan Grove and Buckhill Capital, and Sanjeev Bahl of Saiburg B.V.

“As a for profit, well-capitalized company, Higg Co. will facilitate a faster and more efficient rollout of the Higg Index across global value chains to drive transformative, lasting change,” said Jeff Tannenbaum, chairman of Titan Grove.

“You can’t manage what you can’t measure, and the Higg Index provides the standardization and measurement the industry needs to drive lasting change,” added Henrik Jones, general partner of Buckhill Capital.

“Patagonia and Walmart co-founded the SAC ten years ago with the proposition that standardized measurement of sector impact that was deep and transparent would unleash forces in the marketplace that would incentivize companies to reduce environmental impact and increase social justice,” said Rick Ridgeway of Patagonia. “At Patagonia we’re looking forward to working with Higg Co. as a customer to scale positive impact throughout the entire value chain.”

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC)

Bed Bath & Beyond Announces CEO Transition, Mary Winston Appointed Interim CEO

UNION, N.J. — May 13, 2019 — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. today announced that Mary Winston, a seasoned public company executive who recently joined the Bed Bath & Beyond board of directors, has been appointed Interim CEO, effective immediately. Steven Temares has stepped down as CEO and resigned as a member of the Bed Bath & Beyond Board.

The board has formed a CEO search committee to identify a permanent CEO and will retain an executive search firm to assist in the search process. The board’s search process will focus on individuals who have transformation and innovation experience in the retail sector.

In addition, the board appointed Andrea Weiss, a long-time retail executive who also recently joined the Bed Bath & Beyond Board, as chair of the Business Transformation and Strategy Review Committee, which will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the Company’s ongoing business transformation are addressed. Weiss and the Committee will work closely alongside Winston in her role as Interim CEO and the other members of the leadership team to identify opportunities for rapid performance improvement of both short- and long-term results.

Patrick Gaston, independent chairman of the Bed Bath & Beyond Board, stated: “Bed Bath & Beyond has a significant opportunity to drive value creation by building on its great brands and strong customer affinity. As the company continues its efforts to improve its financial performance and enhance its competitive position, the board determined that now is the right time to identify the next generation of leadership. We are fortunate to have someone of Mary’s caliber to serve as interim CEO while the board conducts a search for a permanent successor, and are confident in her ability to lead the company forward during this transition period.”

Winston said: “This is an important time for Bed Bath & Beyond and we are committed to being the leading omnichannel retailer of choice for the home and heart-felt life events. Together with the board, including the members of the Business Transformation and Strategy Review Committee, the leadership team and our more than 60,000 associates, I look forward to building an even stronger future for Bed Bath & Beyond. As we continue to review our business initiatives, we will be focused on driving continued margin improvement, enhancing the in-store and online experience, and accelerating our transformation to the benefit of our shareholders, customers and other stakeholders.”

Gaston added: “During Steven’s tenure as CEO, Bed Bath & Beyond has grown into an iconic omnichannel retailer with a strong portfolio of brands, more than 1,500 stores and an expanding digital presence. On behalf of the Board, I thank him for his unwavering commitment and tireless service, and wish him the best. We also extend our continued appreciation to the entire leadership team and to all of our associates for their unceasing focus on transforming Bed Bath & Beyond and executing on our priorities.”

Temares said: “It has been a privilege to serve with my fellow associates for these past twenty seven years. It has always been, and will always be, about our people. There are truly no words to adequately express my gratitude to them and I will miss them immensely. I continue to trust in them and look forward to great accomplishments in the years to come.”

On May 1, 2019, five new independent directors joined the Bed Bath & Beyond board. This follows the appointment of two new independent directors in 2018, and one new independent director in 2017, with a total of eight new independent directors having recently joined the Board. Upon the completion of the leadership transition announced today, Bed Bath & Beyond’s board will consist of nine members, eight of whom are independent.

Mary Winston

Winston is a seasoned executive with significant governance expertise across a broad range of industries, having served on large public company boards and audit committees for many years. She has a strong background in all aspects of finance and accounting, as well as experience in M&A, corporate strategy, cost restructuring programs, corporate governance/compliance, and investor relations/communications. Among other roles, she has served as executive vice president and CFO at Family Dollar Stores Inc., senior vice president and CFO at Giant Eagle Inc., executive vice president and CFO at Scholastic Corporation, vice president and Controller of Visteon Corp. and vice president, Global Financial Operations at Pfizer Inc. in the Pharmaceuticals Group. She started her career as a CPA and auditor at Arthur Andersen & Co. Winston is a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Board Governance Fellow. She currently serves as president at WinsCo Enterprises Inc., a financial and board governance consulting firm. She has served on the boards of Plexus Corp and SuperValu Inc. and is currently a member of the boards of Acuity Brands, Inc., Domtar Corp. and Dover Corp.

Winston received a Bachelors degree of Accounting from the University of Wisconsin, an MBA in Finance, Marketing and International Business from Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School, and is a CPA, as well as a NACD Board Leadership Fellow.

Andrea Weiss

Weiss was an early innovator in multi-channel commerce and brings nearly 30 years of entrepreneurial leadership experience in the retail industry, currently serving as Founding Partner of The O Alliance LLC and CEO and Founder of Retail Consulting Inc. She is recognized as a pioneer in creating a seamless customer experience, and has been a key player in transforming retail into the digital space. She also has extensive experience developing high-level business strategy and tactical execution plans, including implementing turnaround initiatives for leading brands in the U.S. and Europe. She has held executive leadership roles at dELiA*s, Inc., The Limited Inc., GUESS Inc., Ann Taylor Stores Inc. and The Walt Disney Co. Weiss is a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Board Governance Fellow and was named to the NACD Top 100 Best Public Directors in 2016. She previously served on the boards of Grupo Cortefiel, where she served as chairwoman, GSI Commerce, Pep Boys, Chico’s FAS Inc. and Nutrisystem Inc. She currently serves as a director on the boards of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc., O’Reilly Auto Parts and RPT Realty.

Weiss received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Masters of Administrative Science from The Johns Hopkins University. She also completed post-graduate studies at Harvard Business School and The Kellogg School at Northwestern University.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source:  Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.

The Chemours Co.’s John Sworen To Be Awarded Gordon E. Moore Medal

WILMINGTON, Del. — May 13, 2019 — The Society of Chemical Industry (SCI), America Group, announced today that John Sworen, technical fellow at The Chemours Co. (Chemours), will be awarded the 2019 SCI Gordon E. Moore Medal. In its 16th year, this honor recognizes his contributions in the research and development of non-fluorinated, renewably sourced durable water repellents for use in the consumer textile market. SCI established the Gordon E. Moore Medal to recognize early-career success in innovation, as reflected both in market impact and improvement to quality of life.

“Increased demand for renewably sourced products without sacrificing performance durability calls for innovative ideas to deliver a superior product,” said Craig A. Rogerson, chairman, president, and CEO of Hexion Inc., and chair of SCI America. “John’s work on Zelan™/Teflon EcoElite™ exceeds expectations, delivering a breakthrough technology committed to reducing the environmental footprint of treated fabrics. SCI is pleased to honor John’s outstanding work and contribution to science and industry.”

Sworen led a team that invented the Teflon EcoElite finish, the first renewably sourced, non-fluorinated fabric treatment for durable water repellency and manufactured with 60 percent renewably sourced raw materials. This means that much of what goes into Teflon EcoElite can be naturally regrown and replaced over time. Simultaneously, its performance far exceeds existing non-fluorinated technologies, such as paraffin and silicones. Unlike those types of non-fluorinated finishes, Teflon EcoElite continues to repel water and water-based stains for 30 washes or more. Other product benefits include that the finish is up to 3x more durable than existing non-fluorinated repellents, maintains fabric breathability for maximum comfort, compatible with common finishing auxiliaries, including resins and cross-linking agents and not made with genetically modified organisms (GMO) or alkylphenol ethoxylate (APEO).

“The world is demanding more sustainable solutions, and John has delivered,” said Paul Kirsch, president of Fluoroproducts at Chemours. “His work on Teflon EcoElite has given the textile industry the first-ever non-fluorinated plant-based durable water repellant, which is no small feat. We are so proud that he has received this richly-deserved recognition and can’t wait to see what he will discover next,” he added.

Sworen will be presented the award at a luncheon in his honor during Innovation Day, hosted jointly by SCI and the Science History Institute (the Institute) on September 10, 2019 at the Institute’s headquarters in Philadelphia.

John Sworen

Sworen is a Technical Fellow at The Chemours Co., where his work includes product development of non-fluorinated durable water repellents for use in the consumer textile market. He led a team that invented the Zelan technology platform, a superhydrophobic material that has been adopted by many major brand houses.

Sworen began his career as a research investigator at Chemours predecessor company DuPont. While at DuPont, he led the company’s development of fluorinated surface protection products, inventing and commercializing 18 products used as paper, textile, and tile repellents with best-in-class toxicology profiles.

In 2008, Sworen received the Bolton/Carothers Innovative Science Award for the development of a shortchain soil protectant used in carpeting materials. In 2018 Teflon EcoElite™, one of the products developed by John’s team at Chemours, was the third-place winner for the Product of the Year award at the Bio-Based World News Innovation Awards. Teflon EcoElite is the company’s non-fluorinated, renewably sourced, 60-percent plant-based water repellent.

He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from The Pennsylvania State University and a Ph.D. in Organic and Polymer Chemistry from the University of Florida. John is a Six Sigma Black Belt, has published 13 journal articles, and he holds 27 granted and pending patents.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: The Chemours Company

The 2019 Home Furnishings Manufacturers Solutions Expo: Bigger, Better … And Closer Too

HICKORY, N.C. — May 13, 2019 — With an all-star roster of suppliers set to exhibit this year, the 2019 Home Furnishings Manufacturers Solution Expo is set to be an even better choice for furniture and home furnishings manufacturing companies looking for suppliers, equipment, and technology solutions.

This year’s expo also has the extra advantage of being located in the heart of the furniture manufacturing region, in Hickory, N.C. The two-day show gets started on Wednesday, July 17, at the Hickory Convention Center. Many of the exhibiting companies will be showcasing new product debuts being shown for the first time.

Overall, on hand will be the latest products, services, machinery and technologies for the home furnishings manufacturing industry, along with a two-day educational program developed by the top leaders in the industry discussing regulatory environmental policy, the latest innovations and more.

The list of exhibitors continues to grow as more companies sign on, but already confirmed to show are such companies as Leggett & Platt, Lectra, Gemini CAD Systems, Crest Leather and GSG. Many will be debuting new equipment and technologies specifically designed for the furniture and home furnishings market.

“Lectra will be showcasing the first ever Digital Cutting Room 4.0  for furniture on demand for made-to-order and made-to-custom,” said Heather Corrigan, North American furniture marketing manager. “This new solution allows manufacturers to automate and optimize the entire cutting process from customer order to the cutting room with ERP integration, material and process management and cutting room intelligence.”

For Gemini CAD Systems, the HFMSE Expo marks “the world-premiere of the first automatic leather nesting solution based on GPU technology,” said Mihai Mocanu, project manager for Thagora. “This technology significantly increases the leather consumption efficiency in the leather cutting process, a critical element for the competitiveness of a furniture company.”

For Crest Leather, the introductions will, ironically, be in other materials. “We will be featuring a new aniline collection available in rich, deep hues, with a buttery hand feel,” said Carla Bluitt, business development manager. “But we will really be highlighting what sets us apart from other suppliers: customer service, quick deliveries and the fact that we have over 100 SKUs ready to ship from our Greensboro warehouse.”

For many of the exhibitors, the chance to promote their products and services to American manufacturers makes the show essential. “We think that there are many opportunities for our customers to grow in the U.S.,” said Paul Block, president of sales for GSG. “Certainly, as labor continues to be difficult to find and train globally, the automation that we are able to offer our customers will help them succeed to grow in the U.S.”

For Leggett & Platt, the location of the expo is critical. “The show is in our backyard with our facilities in Conover and High Point, so it made perfect sense for us to show and support our regional customers,” said Richard Weeks, vice president of sales. L&P will be showing various seating products as well as mechanisms that accommodate high leg furniture styles, he said. “We will also be showing our furniture construction fabrics, decking and webbing products.”

As momentum continues to build for the EXPO, attendees can pre-register now with an early bird special that offers free admission to the show floor as well as all educational events. Just use the special code “WSA” at the website, www.HFMSE.com

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Exposition Development Company Inc.

Küçükçalık Textile Group Launches New Sustainable Yarn With High-Performance Benefits

HENDEK, Turkey — April 29, 2019 — Küçükçalık Textile Group’s yarn brand, KFS, announced today the production of its new sustainable yarn, KFS-Comfy K-200 Eco Made. The material maintains the high-performance benefits of the brand’s Comfy K-200 yarn — stretch, recovery, softness, and chlorine resistance — with the added benefit of enhanced sustainability.

The yarn is manufactured with KFS’s high-performing spinning technology using recycled polyester materials from discarded PET bottles and DuPont™ Sorona® polymer, which is comprised of 37 percent renewable plant-based ingredients. Comparable to spandex, the high-performance yarn has outstanding elasticity and stretch, but with improved recovery — even after repeated uses and washing. Fabrics made with KFS-Comfy K-200 yarns feature high performance benefits such as easy care, softness, vivid color, chlorine resistance, and good moisture management, keeping wearers cool and dry.

Küçükçalık Textile group’s yarn brand KFS is recognized as one of the most innovative filament yarn suppliers in Turkey and abroad, with its latest technology production lines. KFS focuses its attentions on functional-featured and innovative yarn-making technologies through its POY spinning, FDY spinning, bi-component production lines and mother-yarn spinning machines using specialty polymers. KFS-manufactured yarns are used to make everything from home textiles (upholstery fabrics, curtains, carpets, blankets, etc.) to garments (skirts, shirts, t-shirts, suits, active wear, underwear, etc.) and are suitable for other technical applications from automotive-industry to outdoor textiles. The Küçükçalık Company’s knowledge and experience in textiles means it can easily respond to customers’ changing needs and expectations.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Küçükçalık Textile Group

ITMA 2019 Exhibitor Preview: ANDRITZ

GRAZ, Austria — May 13, 2019 — International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production and textile solutions at ITMA 2019 in Barcelona, Spain, from June 20-26, 2019, (hall 5, booth B203). Andritz supports its customers in every aspect of nonwovens and textile production technologies, processes and services with its most advanced expertise and complete technology solutions.

Sophisticated Needleloom Expertise

The presentation of a complete velours needleloom at Andritz’s booth is one of the definitive highlights at this year’s ITMA in Barcelona. In combination with Augmented Reality (AR) content, the needleloom on show provides a detailed insight into the functionality of this key technology.

At the fair, Andritz will introduce its latest needling technology for producing veloured felts, mainly for applications in the automotive industry. The long-lasting brush design combined with a needleloom for high production capacities ensure reduced production costs and a high return on investment for customers. With this full-size needleloom exhibit, realistic presentations can be provided at many points of the machine using AR technology. Andritz enjoys high market confidence with its needlepunch systems and needlelooms as the core process technologies, especially in the segment for needleloom devices manufactured according to special customer requirements.

ITMA will also see Andritz present the next generation of its cross-laying technology, the ProWin system. ProWin is a further development of ProDyn and ProWid, which have achieved a high level of acceptance on the market with around 200 systems installed. This technology improves the current weight-profiling options and increases the actual production capacity.

The Next Generation In Textile Calendering

The new Andritz teXcal Raconip TT sets new standards in textile processing for technical textiles, such as sportswear, workwear, canvas, and parachute fabric, both in terms of technological maturity and of design.

The teXcal Raconip TT is aimed at customers who require versatility and operator-friendly handling along with excellent process stability in addition to constantly high manufacturing quality.

The new calender impresses with an innovative, deflection-controlled roll — the newly developed Raconip TT. It offers maximum flexibility thanks to unrestricted profiling across the entire fabric width by means of hydrostatic pistons. This guarantees highest quality, such as absolute flatness and precise air permeability. The new calender was developed in cooperation with Rolf Ramisch, a well-known specialist in textile calender technology.

Process Technology Competence In Technical Products – Especially With The New Wetlaid Line For Glass Fibers

Due to its broad experience in various processing and manufacturing methods for the nonwovens industry, Andritz also offers the corresponding machine portfolio for the production of technical nonwoven products: wetlaid for products based on glass fibers, for example wall coverings, roofing materials or carpet tile production; spunjet for filtration and coating subtrates; and, of course, needlepunch for geotextiles, insulation products or basic materials for the automotive sector.

The Andritz wetlaid line for glass fibers comprises a completely new, revolutionary development in the manifold, diffuser, and former machinery segments. Highly uniform fiber distribution with optimal structures during the laying process is a basic prerequisite for high-quality end materials. An ingenious recycling management system ensures a continuous reduction in the consumption of raw materials and water. A resource-saving water and energy system also helps to reduce costs from the very first day of operation. This is possible due to Andritz’s many years of experience in stock preparation and to its mature pump technology.

The markets for these technical end products based on nonwovens are subject to continuous, high growth, and Andritz will continue to expand its competence areas, be this in wetlaid, spunjet, spunbond, spunlace, or in the needlepunch segment, through intensive research and development to meet this increasing demand.

Our experts will be happy to advise and show you the potential of Andritz technology for technical textile products.

Andritz Digital Solutions As A Bridge Builder Between Technology, Production And Service

Andritz will also focus on its digital solutions and products, marketed under the technology brand Metris, at the ITMA fair. In addition to Augmented Reality in combination with the needleloom, other Metris services, such as the spare part catalog and technical documentation, will be central topics. Above all, however, the Andritz booth at ITMA will focus on the future networking of and external communication with machinery operating on production sites. This is an absolutely essential factor in order to develop faster and more targeted processes in service and maintenance for example.

The Andritz team will be presenting all this and more at ITMA 2019. We look forward to meeting you and will be pleased to advise how to make your production operations even more flexible, productive and efficient.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Andritz

ITMA 2019 Exhibitor Preview: Streat Instruments

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — May 13, 2019 — The Streat Drycom 8 Series Moisture Measurement & Control systems allows Streat customers to optimize their production processes by ensuring product moisture is at the desired level. This is the legacy of over 30 years of experience and continuous progress in Moisture Measurement and Control. A focus on development led by the client’s requirements combined with Streat’s instrumentation expertise has led to the premier range of Drycom Moisture Measurement and Control Solutions that will be on display at ITMA 2019 in Barcelona.

Streat Instruments’ moisture systems are designed to assist users in optimising production conditions in order to maximise productivity, quality, operating efficiencies and profitability in the nonwovens and traditional textiles industries.

In both nonwovens and traditional textiles, processors are aware of the importance of moisture management during processing. It is well known that moisture content of fibers affects how they perform during the various stages of processing. Finding and maintaining the optimum moisture content provides clear benefits in both processing performance and product quality.

“One effect of over-dry material is the creation of static and for most fibers it can also reduce fibre strength and make the fibre brittle, resulting in excess fiber breakage, increased drop out and reduced yields. On the other hand, a product that is too wet can block fibre transports, cause roller laps and can lead to the build-up of bacteria.” says Jim Herbison, Sales Manager of Streat Instruments.

Drycom 8 Lite

The latest addition to the Drycom suite of products will be on display at ITMA 2019.

The Drycom 8 Lite has been developed in response to market demand for a lower cost solution that will integrate into exisitng Plant Control systems. “If a customer already has a Plant Control (e.g. PLC/SCADA) system in place it does not make sense to have a separate Operator Interface for Moisture Measurement and Control, so for these situations the Drycom 8 Lite seamlessly integrates into the exisiting Plant Control system,” said Herbison.

The Drycom 8 Lite system can store up to 5 Calibrations, has a single 4 to 20mA output of Moisture Content and uses a small Touch-Screen for the Operator interface (including a display of Moisture).

A variant of the Drycom 8 Lite has been developed that can provide up to three 4 to 20mA outputs of Moisture Content (one for each Moisture Sensor). This is of interest to processors who want to measure the moisture of a narrow or homogenous flow of product in different locations (e.g. multiple heat setting lines, gilling or combing machines or cotton gins).

The Drycom 8 Lite system will be of interest to customers of older generation Streat Moisture Meters requiring upgrading that are connected to Scourcom Plant Management systems or in plants where Plant Management systems have been added.

Streat Moisture Solutions for Sustainable Processing

Drying is one of the most energy intensive operations in textile processing. Streat Drycom empowers processors to reduce energy usage by optimizing the drying process.

Drycom measures the fiber directly and ensures consistent moisture by continuously measuring the moisture of the fiber, yarn, nonwoven web, or other product at the exit of the dryer. This moisture information is used by either the Drycom Controller or the existing Plant Control system to automatically control the energy and/or speed of the dryer to maintain the desired level of moisture.

Alternatively in processing areas where plant humidity control is not enough to ensure optimum moisture conditions (e.g. opening and blending prior to carding) a Spray Control system can be incorporated to raise the product moisture to the desired level of moisture.  This avoids the need to maintain high humidity levels in the plant thus preventing an uncomfortable environment for workers and avoiding high energy costs and potential machinery damage.

“In addition to ensuring consistent moisture content, the productivity gains and energy savings provided by our systems are considerable.” says Herbison.

Hundreds of Streat Drycom systems are already providing users in over 40 countries with the tools they need to operate sustainably, optimize production processes and maximize productivity, quality, operating efficiencies and profitability.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Streat Instruments

Techtextil 2019 Organizer Messe Frankfurt’s Expectations

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany — May 13, 2019 — Textiles are to be found in almost every part of everyday life. From tomorrow, the biggest ever editions of the world’s leading international trade fairs for the sector, Techtextil and Texprocess, will be spotlighting the functions of textiles, especially technical textiles, and ways in which textiles are processed at Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre.

Transport pods for the Hyperloop, textile room installations, intelligent fashions and 3D avatars that try on garments: from May 14-17, Techtextil and Texprocess in Frankfurt am Main will reveal where technical textiles are to be found in everyday settings and how textiles are processed. The leading international trade fairs for technical textiles and nonwovens and for the processing of textile and flexible materials will bring together a total of 1,818 exhibitors from 59 countries: 1,501 from 57 countries at Techtextil and 317 from 34 countries at Texprocess. Thus, the two trade fairs will be opening their doors tomorrow on their biggest ever editions.

“Throughout Europe, technical textiles are one of the biggest sectors of the textile and apparel industry and thus a decisive driving force for its economic strength. Held concurrently, Texprocess and its highly innovative exhibitors stand for high-tech in the textile-processing sector, in an unrivalled, concentrated way. In this connection, we now talk about Impact 4.0, in other words significant and visible developments emerging from Industry 4.0,” said Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt. “Over the coming days, Techtextil and Texprocess will turn Frankfurt into the epicentre of textile innovation.”

Increased internationality and new countries

With 421 exhibitors from Germany and 1,080 from abroad, Techtextil 2019 can boast a 72 percent level of internationality. After Germany, the five biggest exhibitor nations are Italy (134), China (113), France (103), Switzerland (63) and the United Kingdom (62). Taking part for the first time or returning after a period of absence are Brazil, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco and Tunisia. Additionally, 14 countries are represented by national pavilions. Particular exhibitor growth was registered from Turkey, the Czech Republic, China, the USA and Taiwan.

With 212 exhibitors from abroad and 105 from Germany, the level of internationality at Texprocess is 67 percent. After Germany, the five biggest exhibitor nations are Italy, China, Taiwan, Japan and Turkey. Taking part for the first time or returning after a period of absence are Finland, Denmark, the Ukraine, the Dominican Republic and Singapore. Additionally, China, Japan and Taiwan are represented by national pavilions.

From the Hyperloop to outdoor fashions

From architecture, the automobile industry and medicine to the fashion business and personal protection: Techtextil is a mirror for the broad spectrum of applications involving textile materials. At the ‘Urban Living – City of the Future’ special area of Techtextil and Texprocess, trade visitors can see, for example, a carbon-fiber pod of the Technical University of Delft for the Hyperloop, 3D textiles for improving indoor acoustics, experimental fashions made of sustainable materials and motorcycles of recycled military uniforms. Techtextil exhibitors present, inter alia, sensor textiles with which it will soon be possible to control the mirrors, windows and lighting in cars, textile-reinforced concrete façades, LED textiles for interior furnishings and functional fabrics made of recycled fibres and down-filling substitute for outdoor fashions.

Avatars, robots and 3D-knitted shoes

At the neighboring Texprocess, everything during the four days of the fair revolves around the latest processing technologies for making apparel and fashions, upholstered furniture and accessories for the automobile industry. There, 3D avatars try on virtual garments, robots convey material blanks from one machine to the next while embroidery machines dye yarns during the embroidery process. In five micro-factories, not only will individual pieces of clothing be designed, cut out, sewn and digitally printed. Shoe uppers will also be produced using 3D knitting technology and leather for the car seats of leading automobile manufacturers processed.

Germany is the world leader in the technical-textiles market

It is estimated that technical textiles account for around 30 percent of worldwide textile production and the world market is expected to grow by over four percent a year to reach $198 billion by 2022. In Europe, technical textiles represent around 17 percent of total textile production and are thus one of the most important foundations of the European textile industry. Germany is the world market leader in the field of technical textiles, which accounts for 60 percent of the turnover of the German textile and apparel industry.

Altogether, Techtextil and Texprocess welcomed 1,789 exhibitors from 66 countries and over 47,500 visitors from 114 countries to Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre in 2017.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Messe Frankfurt

Techtextil 2019 Exhibitor Preview: Evonik

ESSEN, Germany — May 13, 2019 — In 1984, for the first time ever, it was possible to spin fibers from the high-performance plastic polyimide. This innovation was embedded by Evonik in the brand name P84® which has stood for high-temperature-resistant fibers for demanding industrial applications ever since. The specialty chemicals company will be celebrating the anniversary at Techtextil, May 14-17, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany (booth B37, hall 4.2).

“P84 is an excellent high temperature filtration polymer which is able to attract customers in new markets even 35 years after its introduction,” said Jean-Marc Chassagne, managing director of Evonik Fibres GmbH. “Over the years, we have consistently established the polyamide fiber chemistry made in Austria to a worldwide quality standard in various applications.”

Due to decades of experience in polymer design, Evonik has now developed a new generation of fibers which fulfill the increased demand of the industry. The new product convinces by its improved mechanical stability at permanent operating temperature. Evonik will be commercializing the new fiber soon.

P84® – the ultimate solution in hot-gas filtration

The high tech fiber of Evonik has a unique multi-lobal cross section which ensures the highest level of filtration efficiency. Because of its excellent physical and chemical properties, P84 high performance fibers are used in a variety of applications. The spectrum reaches from filter materials for high temperature filtration, protective clothing, sealing applications for spacecraft to a number of other high temperature applications, e.g. insulating panels for thermal insulation.

In high temperature filtration processes filter materials made of P84 fibers maintain a higher permeability at constant pressure drop through the entire life cycle.  This leads to lower dust emissions and minimized energy costs.

“For example, more than 150 cement kiln applications are using P84 based filter materials. The energy saving of these optimized filters reduce the CO2 emissions by approximately 60,000 metric tons per year,” says Dr. Stefano Santorsola, the business director for P84 fibers at Evonik.

Evonik is the worldwide leader of chemical resistant, thermostable and non-flammable polyimide fibers. They are produced on the chemical plant in Lenzing, Upper Austria and further processed and customized in the neighboring production plant in Schörfling am Attersee.

Learn more about Evonik polyimide fibers by visiting us at booth B37, hall 4.2 at Techtextil in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, May 14-17.

Posted May 13, 2019

Source: Evonik Industries

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