UK First For Icon Graphics With Durst Rho 512R LED Investment

LEATHERHEAD, Surrey — January 23, 2019 — Icon Graphics has invested in Durst technology for the second time in 12 months, now adding a Rho 512R LED printer to its headquarters in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, in another United Kingdom first for the company.

Icon Graphics, which completed installation of the UK’s first Rho P10 250HS PLUS 6C + W inkjet printer in December 2017, now has 5-meter wide and dedicated roll-to-roll printing capabilities. The installation of the Rho 512R LED is the first in the United Kingdom from Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing production technologies.

The investment opens up important additional opportunities in markets including events/exhibitions, point of sale and retail sectors, such as lightbox work. Icon Graphics is a large-format digital print, sign and direct-to-media specialist that works with the United Kingdom’s largest design agencies and many high profile blue chip companies.

Previously, 5-meter wide work had to be either sub-contracted out, which could easily mean a two-day delay, or turned down. Now the work can be produced in-house in as little as two hours.

Neville Tosar, director of Icon Graphics, said: “From my first-year experience, I had no hesitation in getting a Durst again, although I did my homework. This is new LED technology from Durst and I think LED will be the future. This second machine also prints at an amazing quality and is incredibly quick and flexible. I come from an engineering background and soon realised how well these machines are built and, pound for pound, the machine represents really good value. Investing in technology is a way of making the best use of staff and making them more productive.”

He added: “I have nothing but praise for the way we have been treated. Durst is also a family-owned company and provides really good support and service, not that we need it because both machines are extremely reliable. It was really good to visit Durst in Lienz and the headquarters at Brixen where the machine was manufactured.”

Peter Bray, managing director of Durst UK and Ireland, said: “This is another quantum leap forward for Icon Graphics, which is the first company in the UK and Ireland to install a Durst Rho 512R LED system, which is especially suitable for thermo-sensitive substrates and benefits from a new ink system. It is another example of how increasing numbers of companies are turning to Durst to partner them as part of the transformation and digitization of industrial production processes.”

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: Durst

All The Lights Are Green — MADE IN GREEN By OEKO-TEX® On The Road To Success Worldwide

ZÜRICH, Switzerland — January 23, 2019 — More and more manufacturers of home textiles, such as bedding and towels, are focusing on sustainability. Brands and retailers are increasingly relying on relevant labels like MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX® as a consumer communication tool. From the January 8-11, 2019, visitors to the Oeko-Tex booth at the international Heimtextil trade fair in Frankfurt saw just how much the topic of sustainability is shaping the global textile industry.

Consumers have especially high demands of textiles with direct and continuous skin contact, preferring products that are verifiably harmless to health and come from sustainable and socially responsible production facilities. These are the criteria of the MADE IN GREEN label. Every issued label has a unique product ID or QR code, which allows customers to trace the manufacturing route of the respective item and thus make a more informed purchase decision right in the store. Internationally recognized brands and retailers with connected supply chains, such Macy’s and Costco are increasingly taking advantage of these benefits. Together with their suppliers, such as Dibella, Welspun and Birla Century, they can credibly show that each stage of production fulfils the specified quality, environmental and labour standards. Manufacturers that market their own products, such as Calida, Egeria, Irisette, Sonoma, Matheis or Charisma, have also been improving their market positions with Made In Green by Oeko-Tex.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: OEKO-TEX®

Heat-Recovery And Exhaust Air Pollution Control At Getzner AG In Bludenz, Austria

LEONBERG, Germany — January 23, 2019 — Vorarlberg is the westernmost province of Austria, bordering Switzerland and Germany. With the impressive alpine scenery, it is not surprising that many tourists come here who like hiking or skiing. Although Vorarlberg is a famous tourist destination, only about 6% of the gross social product is generated by tourism – a sign of a strong industry with a high export share.

The textile industry, probably the strongest branch of industry in the last two centuries, has lost its supremacy there in the meantime. However, it is still prominently represented: one of the 20 largest industrial companies in Vorarlberg belongs to the textile industry – Getzner AG in Bludenz.

Founded 200 years ago, Getzner AG is today the leading company for the production of African damask fabrics and one of the leading manufacturers of shirt fashion fabrics. In the new production halls at Getzner AG’s main plant in Bludenz, fabrics are woven and finished for ready-made garments. The fabrics are finished in special processes mainly on new BRÜCKNER stenters. As substances evaporate from the fabric during the textile finishing processes, the stenters have to be vacuumed off and this exhaust air has to be cleaned before being emitted into the environment.

The exhaust air treatment on the new stenters of Getzner AG is carried out by a multi-stage BRÜCKNER ECO-HEAT and ECO-AIR system. In the first ECO-HEAT heat-recovery system, heated fresh air is generated for the drying process, which noticeably reduces energy consumption. In the second ECO-HEAT heat-recovery system, water is heated for the company’s internal heating system and thus, depending on the heating requirement, up to 85% of the invested heat energy is recovered. The pollutants from the exhaust air are condensed and separated in the subsequent ECO-AIR exhaust air scrubber. A silencer behind the exhaust air fan reduces the exhaust noise to a minimum.

The proven ECO-HEAT components guarantee high heat transfer efficiency and a particularly robust and maintenance-friendly design. Since the heat exchangers have to be cleaned at regular intervals from unavoidable deposits in order to maintain full performance, they are easy to remove. The heat exchangers are boiled regularly in the cleaning bath supplied. As Getzner AG has replacement heat exchanger modules in stock, the heat exchangers are cleaned without any time pressure.

With this modern multi-stage exhaust air system Getzner AG achieves a high energy efficiency, because most of the exhaust air heat is recovered in BRÜCKNER ECO-HEAT systems. In addition, the picturesque environment is not polluted by smoke, noise and odours from the production process, thanks to the BRÜCKNER ECO-AIR exhaust air cleaning system.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: Brückner Trockentechnik GmbH & Co. KG

AVGOL Launches enhanceFIT™ Breathe Range

TEL-AVIV, Israel — January 23, 2019 — Avgol is launching a new range of breathable fabrics that exceed the performance of current commercially available spunmelt SMS materials.

The development is in line with Avgol’s Forward Innovative Thinking (FIT) strategy for new product innovation.

Nick Carter, director, Market Business Intelligence and Intellectual Property, at Avgol, said: “The enhanceFIT™ family is being developed to meet evolving product designer needs for lighter weight fabrics, having improved elasticity, barrier and breathable performance properties. This family is based on multiple technology platforms that allows Avgol to tailor fabric performance for the needs of specific markets, including hygiene, medical and industrial applications.

enhanceFIT™ Breathe is the first in a line of new fabric solutions resulting from Avgol’s recent developments in new assets and technology. The fabrics demonstrate enhanced uniformity with corresponding improvements in barrier, appearance and coverage in materials less than 25 gsm, without relying on cumbersome submicron filament fabrication methods. In practical applications, downgauged fabrics are now available that have previously required higher basis weights to achieve air permeability specifications.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: AVGOL™ Nonwovens

Eclipse Automation Locating Operations In York County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — January 23, 2019 —  Eclipse Automation, a provider of automated systems for a variety of industries, today announced plans to locate new operations in York County. The company’s $4.6 million investment is projected to create 90 new jobs over the next five years.

Eclipse Automation is a supplier of custom automated manufacturing equipment for the life sciences, energy, transportation, mining and telecommunications industries. With locations in Canada and the United States, Eclipse Automation delivers state-of-the-art solutions through automation technology and project experience. For 2018, the organization ranked No. 206 on the Growth 500 list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies by Canada Business magazine, and for the fourth consecutive year was named as one of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies for overall business performance by Deloitte’s Canada’s Best Managed Companies program.

Located at 1510 Cedar Line Drive in Rock Hill, S.C., the company’s newly-renovated, 57,000-square-foot facility is projected to come online in March 2019. Those interested in joining the Eclipse Automation team can visit the company’s careers page for more information.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. A $150,000 Set Aside grant was also awarded to York County to assist with costs associated with the project.

“The Rock Hill facility is the perfect location to support our long-term growth plan and ongoing commitment to our customers,” said Eclipse Automation President and CEO Steve Mai. “Eclipse is focused on delivering innovative automated solutions worldwide, and we believe that South Carolina has an impressive reputation in quality manufacturing and developing skilled resources. Both will provide a solid foundation for success at our new location.”

“When considering options to facilitate our next growth phase, the new location in Rock Hill quickly emerged as a strong contender,” said Eclipse Automation Southeast President Eric Nitsche. “Ready access to skilled trades, subcontractors and key customers had already pointed our compass toward the Rock Hill site, but encouragement from the city, county and state levels helped seal the deal. We’re excited at becoming a part of the vibrant Rock Hill business community.”

“South Carolina’s workforce continues to demonstrate that it can produce high-quality products,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “Eclipse Automation’s decision to establish operations in York County is a testament to that, and it shows the world that we’re going to continue to blaze a trail in manufacturing.”

“We’re excited to celebrate the continued success of our state’s thriving manufacturing industry,” said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. “I offer my congratulations to Eclipse Automation on this milestone announcement for their company, and we look forward to supporting them as they grow and prosper in our state.”

“We are proud to welcome Eclipse Automation as they establish their new operations here in York County,” said York County Council Chairman Michael Johnson. “It is always exciting when a business of this caliber picks York County to call home. Eclipse Automation is a leader in the manufacturing industry, and we look forward to watching them continue to grow, invest and create jobs right here in our community.”

“We’re excited to welcome Eclipse Automation to Rock Hill!” said Rock Hill Mayor John P. Gettys Jr. “We’re grateful they saw the value our community will bring to their business and employees, and honored they chose to call Rock Hill home. I’m confident they’ll find continued support, a talented workforce and resources to grow.”

FAST FACTS

  • Eclipse Automation is launching York County operations.
  • $4.6 million investment to create 90 new jobsover the next five years.
  • Eclipse Automation is a leading supplier of custom automated manufacturing equipment for a variety of industries.
  • Located at 1510 Cedar Line Drive in Rock Hill, S.C., the company’s new, 57,000-square-foot facility is projected to come online in March 2019.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: Office of the Governor of South Carolina

Icons Tony Hawk And Anton Corbijn Collaborate On Introduction Of Tony Hawk® Signature Line Collection

PARIS — January 22, 2019 — The Batra Group and Cherokee Global Brands a global brand marketing platform that manages a growing portfolio of fashion and lifestyle brands, today unveiled the first season of its new top-tier streetwear fashion label, Tony Hawk® Signature Line.

To officially launch the collection, iconic skateboarder Tony Hawk was photographed by legendary photographer and director Anton Corbijn to capture a rare glimpse of Tony as a multi-faceted self-made man and mentor to the next generation of skaters. The photographs were revealed during Paris Fashion Week at a private exhibition at Galerie M21 in Le Marais, Paris and are also available online at www.tonyhawksignatureline.com.

The exhibition showcased Anton Corbijn’s acclaimed photography style to capture the skate icon, creating timeless pieces that convey powerful insights into the inspiration for the Tony Hawk® Signature Line.

Tony Hawk, commented on the collaboration: “The vision behind the range was to give fashion and skate enthusiasts alike a rare glimpse into my life before and beyond skating. So, when the opportunity arose to work with Anton Corbijn — someone who shares a mutual passion for music and raw, unfiltered art — I knew instinctively that the creative direction would be extraordinary.”

Anton Corbijn added: “I hope I captured Tony’s intriguing combination of playfulness and seriousness. In any case, a real fun day out in a brave new world for me.”

The first delivery of the new Tony Hawk® Signature Line features a unique streetwear aesthetic born out of skateboarding culture and iconic moments throughout Tony Hawk’s life. The Autumn/Winter 2019 range, “designed for fans, innovators and iconoclasts” according to Tony Hawk, arrives late June in select top tier fashion and specialty skate stores globally.

Henry Stupp, CEO of Cherokee Global Brands, added: “Continuing to raise the profile of skateboarding and streetwear globally as we move towards the 2020 Summer Olympics was part of the motivation behind this launch. Most importantly, the collection was inspired by the multi-faceted self-made man that Tony is — he is unequivocally the most credible and iconic voice in skate culture. But he is more than just an iconic skater & global sports personality. We are proud to celebrate Tony — the father, entrepreneur and philanthropist.”

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: Cherokee Global Brands

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Appoints Two Members To Its Board Of Directors

NEW ALBANY, Ohio — January 23, 2019 — Abercrombie & Fitch Co. today announced the election of two new independent board members. Helen McCluskey, former president and CEO of Warnaco Group Inc. and Nigel Travis, chairman of Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc., will join Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s board of directors effective February 3, 2019. With these additions, Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board expands to 10 directors, four of whom are female.

Commenting on the appointments, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. chairman of the board, Terry Burman, said: “We are pleased to welcome Helen and Nigel to our board, both transformative business leaders with deep experience of growing multi-billion-dollar global consumer brands. They will bring invaluable additional expertise to A&F, as we continue to transform and grow our business to become one of the leading global omnichannel apparel retailers in the world.”

Helen McCluskey, 63, most recently served as president and chief executive officer of Warnaco Group Inc. Prior to serving as its CEO, McCluskey served as COO and group president, where she was  responsible for revitalizing the company’s core intimate apparel brands. Prior to her positions at Warnaco Group, McCluskey served as president, moderate women’s sportswear at Liz Claiborne Inc. (now Kate Spade & Co., part of Tapestry Inc.). Previous roles include president, Playtex Apparel at Sara Lee Corp., where she also held the role of senior vice president, marketing.

McCluskey currently serves as a director of Dean Foods Co. and is a member of its Audit and Compensation Committees. She also serves as a director of Avon Products Inc., and is chair of its Compensation and Management Development Committee. McCluskey is a member of the Audit Committee and the Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee Chairman on the board of directors of Signet Jewelers Ltd. Previous board memberships include PVH Corp. McCluskey received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from The University of Pittsburgh.

Nigel Travis, 69, currently serves as chairman of Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. having transitioned from executive chairman at the end of 2018. Prior to serving as its executive chairman, Travis served as its CEO, where he successfully completed an IPO and oversaw the development of thousands of restaurants globally.  Prior to his positions at Dunkin’ Brands, Travis was the president and CEO at Papa John’s International Inc. His previous experience included multiple roles at Blockbuster Inc., including president and COO, and executive vice president, worldwide store and retail operations.

In addition to Dunkin’ Brands, Travis currently serves as a director of Advance Auto Parts. He also serves as a director of Office Depot, and is a member of its Audit and Compensation Committees.  Previous board memberships include Lorillard Inc., Papa John’s International, Bombay Co. Inc., and Limelight Group Plc. Travis received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from Middlesex University in the United Kingdom.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source:  Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

Philly-Based Brand Agency, 20nine, Announces Acquisition Of Brand Incubator, Nucleus Brands, And Hiring Of Jason Weidner As COO

PHILADELPHIA — January 23, 2019 — Philly-based creative brand agency 20nine continues to build on its commitment to purpose-driven branding and delivering full circle solutions by acquiring Nucleus Brands and naming its CEO, Jason Weidner, as 20nine’s COO.

“Today’s consumers are expecting brands to be more purpose-driven and deliver higher-order value to society,” said Greg Ricciardi, President/CEO, 20nine. “Acquiring Nucleus accelerates our ability to build brands with more meaning for clients and brands of our own. 20nine has always been entrepreneurial in nature so this makes total sense.”

We live in a time where brands are being defined by their values and the way those values impact their actions. This makes it critical for existing brands to see themselves through a “purpose lens” and new-to-the-world brands to figure out their purpose from the start. Which fits in perfectly with 20nine’s approach to the work.

Nucleus Brands is a portfolio of Direct-to-Consumer brands, living at the intersection of smart product development and strategic marketing. The mission is to leverage ecommerce as the main distribution channel, while creating value for customers in high demand categories with opportunity for innovation. These products inspire consumers to share their experience with others and proudly represent the brand as a reflection of themselves.

By adding this capability, 20nine enhances its offering of brand development, digital marketing, social media, product design and development, to now deliver a high value platform that completes the full circle, from concept, to bring-to-market strategy, to operationalizing it in the digital age.

“We’re excited to engage with clients who are committed to bringing a greater sense of purpose and meaning to the brands they sell but also to continue building purpose-first brands of our own,” said Jason Weidner, COO, 20nine. “Nucleus home-grown brands will continue to be developed under the flag of the new brand incubator that includes Waggery (pet products), Freetown (lifestyle apparel) and Matsy (home goods).”

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: 20nine Creative Brand Agency

ECOTEK 360 Appoints New Member Mary Lynn Landgraf To Its Board Of Directors

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — January 23, 2019 — Chris H. Giordano ECOTEK 360 President stated. “We are pleased to announce to our shareholders that Mary Lynn Landgraf has been appointed to the Board of Directors of ECOTEK 360 Inc.

“Landgraf recently retired from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) in Washington, where she was employed for 15 years from 2003 through December 2017.

Landgraf served as a senior trade specialist with a focus on promoting U.S. made technical, specialty and military related textiles to international buyers around the world and strengthening the U.S. textile industry and promoting the Made in America textile image for superior quality and innovation. It is with great enthusiasm we welcome her to our Board”

Landgraf stated “I look forward to working with the innovative team at ECOTEK 360 Inc. and helping them commercialize their proprietary technologies in both the “brick and mortar” and digital assets arena”.

Paul Serbiak ECOTEK 360 Inc. CEO stated: “Ms. Landgraf’s extensive knowledge of the textiles and apparel industry in the US and around the globe will help guide our efforts to provide meaningful innovation that meets the needs of the marketplace”.

Posted January 23, 2019

Source:  ECOTEK 360 Inc.

Domtar Names New Mill Managers For Kingsport, Tenn., Nekoosa, Wis.

FORT MILL, S.C. — January 22, 2019 — Domtar Corp. has announced two well-qualified leaders to manage its Kingsport, Tenn., and Nekoosa, Wis., mills.

Marty Barfield has been named manager of the company’s mill in Kingsport. Since September 2015, Barfield has been the Plymouth Mill’s pulp production manager, leading manufacturing for two softwood fiber lines and two fluff pulp machines with a keen focus on employee safety. He was instrumental in the mill’s successful NC2 retirement and NC5 transition, including his leadership on a number of continuous improvement projects to increase the mill’s output.

Barfield brings more than 30 years of experience to this role. He began his career working a number of technical, engineering, maintenance and operational positions at Procter & Gamble before joining Domtar in 1989, where he has served in roles of increasing operational responsibility at the Marlboro and Plymouth mills. Barfield earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering from N.C. State University.

Marty Burkhardt has been named manager of the Nekoosa mill. Burkhardt previously was Nekoosa’s operations manager, responsible for all aspects of safety, environmental, productivity, reliability and continuous improvement across Nekoosa’s manufacturing operations. His commitment to reliability and continuous improvement has helped increase the mill’s pulp production while also reducing its chemical usage.

Burkhardt’s 20-plus years of diverse experience include roles of increasing responsibility in the pulp mill, paper operations, the recovery process as well as power and utilities at both Verso Corp. and Alliant Energy before joining Domtar in 2017. He earned a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

“We are excited to promote these two deserving internal candidates to mill management positions” said Mike Garcia, president pulp and paper division. “Their commitment to production, employee safety, strategic planning and reliability will help ensure Kingsport and Nekoosa continue to drive value for our company.”

Posted January 23, 2019

Source: Domtar

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