Start-Up Pireta Awarded Place At IDTechEx Launchpad To Showcase Innovative ‘Truly Wearable’ E-Textile Technology

TEDDINGTON, England — October 24, 2018 — Pireta — the developer of 
the IDTechEx Show! in Santa Clara, Calif.; and e-textiles. the IDTechEx Launchpad, an initiative that gives early-stage companies the opportunity to showcase their truly wearable smart textile technology — has been selected to exhibit at Pireta will be exhibiting as part of state-of-the-art technologies to over 3,500 attendees. As one of just ten companies selected, Pireta will be unveiling its highly innovative e-textile technology for the first time.

About Pireta’s Technology

Pireta’s unique and patented free-form printed circuit process allows electronic systems to be assembled directly onto textiles. Unlike printed conductive links, Pireta’s technology has no impact on the handle, drape, stretch or breathability of the fabric, enabling a new generation of truly wearable smart garments

How does it work?

Pireta’s highly innovative process attaches a thin, highly-durable metallic layer at the fibre level, resulting in excellent conductivity but with no impact on the performance of the textile. This means that electronics can be integrated into stretchable, breathable, washable smart garments that can be worn

close to the body with ease and comfort, making them ‘truly wearable’. The technology is compatible with standard industry processes, using commercially-available equipment and low-cost chemistry. It can be applied to finished garments or fabric on the roll, making it suitable for both niche and mass markets. Applicable to a wide range of textiles and fabrics, Pireta’s process can be applied in wearable and e-textile applications targeted at numerous sectors, including healthcare, defence, sport, and fashion.

Find out more about Pireta’s technology at www.pireta.co.uk

Pireta at the IDTechEx Show!

Pireta’s booth, at location ZB41, will give attendees the opportunity to see the technology in action, including demonstrations of printed circuit samples, created on a range of fabrics using Pireta’s innovative process. There will also be the opportunity to book one-on-one consultations with Pireta to find out more about the potential applications of the technology and to discuss joint development opportunities.

Chris Hunt, Founder and CTO of Pireta said: “We are thrilled to show the industry how our technology can change the future of e-textiles and enable a new generation of truly wearable smart garments. The IDTechEx Show! is an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our technology, and we are really excited to have been selected to exhibit as part of the Launchpad programme.”

The IDTechEx Show!, conference and exhibition takes place during the 14-15th November and showcases the latest emerging technologies across eight disciplines, including wearable technology and printed electronics.

Posted October 24, 2018

Source: Pireta

Citizens Of Humanity Chooses Gerber’s YuniquePLM® Cloud For Speed To Market, Data Centralization

TOLLAND, Conn. — October 24, 2018 — Global companies who work with many partners need a secure, flexible system to manage data across their business. “With such a large global product line, understanding milestones for the next season of garments is imperative to success and implementing YuniquePLM will allow us easy access to this data regardless of location,” stated Federico Pagnetti, COO, Citizens of Humanity.

Citizens of Humanity designs, markets and produces Citizens of Humanity denim fashion products in a full vertical facility to ensure the product is unparalleled. Citizens of Humanity is distributed in more than 35 countries including high-end specialty boutiques such as 10 Corso Como, Club Monaco, Trilogy, and Anthropologie; online at Moda Operandi, The Dreslyn, Shopbop.com, Revolve, Need Supply, and MyTheresa.com as well as in luxury department stores Nordstrom and Selfridges.

“We are excited to have Citizens of Humanity on YuniquePLM Cloud and applaud them for taking the next step to decrease development time,” stated Bill Brewster, vice president and general manager, enterprise software solutions at Gerber. “Executing software that is easy to try, easy to buy and easy to consume was our mantra as we brought YuniquePLM Cloud to market.”

YuniquePLM Cloud product lifecycle management software serves as a central repository of critical data and eliminates problems companies often face when using multiple excel spreadsheets, email or tracking documents to communicate throughout the stages of product development and management. YuniquePLM Cloud creates a single version of the truth, connecting a company’s creative process with their supply chain and production processes.

Posted October 24, 2018

Source: Gerber Technology

Two Industry Awards For Durst At SGIA Expo 2018

BRIXEN, Italy — October 24, 2018 — Durst, a manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, has won two Product of the Year awards at SGIA Expo in Las Vegas. The accolades for the Delta WT 250 and Rhotex 325 have been announced after Durst successfully demonstrated large-format and software capabilities, including the P5 Series with the flagship P5 250 HS machine.

Durst’s Delta WT 250, which captured the RTR/ Hybrid/Flatbed new technology or inkset category, is the flagship for a new generation of printers producing superb litho quality with odorless ink. Durst Water Technology is highly suited for a range of Corrugated Packaging and Display applications. Durst WT inks are completely free or hazardous labeling and comply with the strictest health and safety requirements. The Durst Delta corrugated multi-pass systems are designed for 24/7 operation and have various levels of automation allowing unmanned production.

Winning an SGIA Product of the Year award for the second-year running was the Durst Rhotex 325 in the Roll-to-Roll Direct Disperse Ink on Textile category. This dual purpose, eco-friendly printing system combines direct-to-textile with dye-sublimation transfer printing technology in a 3.2metre platform, all with 24/7, high production output reliability. This is achieved by incorporating Durst Water Technology printhead technology, producing an exceptional print using water-based dispersion inks. Depending on the application and fabric, this printing system can easily alternate between paper transfer and direct printing on polyester-based materials.

Highlights over the three days at SGIA Expo 2018 included Durst unveiling the successful Rho 512R production machine with new LED UV curing technology, which offers additional production features and application possibilities. Benefits of the Rho 512R LED include higher adhesion and less odor, but still retaining the same high performance and reliability of a standard configuration.

Durst Professional Services (DPS) GmbH, which will provide customers with consulting and integration services, software development, contract management and trainings in the future, was also formally unveiled at the show. The highlight of the DPS presentation was the comprehensive MAPS (Multi Application Platform & Solutions) software suite. This depicts a complete process landscape and offers end-to-end solutions as well as individual submodules for integration into existing production environments.

Christoph Gamper, CEO of Durst Group, said: “Winning the awards underpins our commitment to excellence, particularly as we continue to further develop world-class systems, software capabilities and a service-oriented infrastructure in the United States and across the world.  With Durst Professional Services, we’re taking another step forward and providing comprehensive solutions for customers’ respective processes and production environments. Every customer is unique and has a different focus. A real benefit of our MAPS architecture is the ability to offer software solutions that can be quickly and easily integrated into existing processes.”

Posted October 24, 2018

Source: Durst

Suominen Introduces Fibrella® Cozy, A Topsheet Material With Superior Softness And Customizable Patterns

HELSINKI, Finland — Suominen has announced the launch of FIBRELLA® Cozy, a new topsheet material for absorbent hygiene products, such as pantyliners, that is superior in softness and excellent in fluid management. Fibrella Cozy is produced with spunlace technology, bonded with water without any binders, making it safe, skin-friendly and odorless material. As a result, Fibrella Cozy is an attractive choice for hygiene brands and converters to target health-conscious consumers of today.

Fibrella Cozy topsheet can be enhanced with Suominen’s unique and customizable high definition patterns, which offer an outstanding opportunity to differentiate products from the competition.

“Fibrella Cozy is an ideal combination of form and function and it is the softest available topsheet material for hygiene products,” says Johanna Sirén, Suominen’s Assistant Product Manager for Hygiene. “We know consumers value three things above all in these products: safety, comfort and the feeling of dryness and Fibrella Cozy satisfies these needs. By adding in our high definition patterning, we can offer an invaluable capability for differentiation by making the end-product stand out. This makes an everyday product more than just a commodity.”

The Hygiene category is one of Suominen’s strategic focus areas and, as a high added value nonwoven product in the category, FFibrella Cozy helps Suominen forward in executing its Changemaker strategy.

If you are interested in Fibrella Cozy or other customized solutions for hygiene products, please contact Suominen to schedule a meeting at Hygienix 2018 in Orlando, Florida.

Posted October 23, 2018

Source: Suominen

TSYS Appoints Joia M. Johnson To Its Board Of Directors

COLUMBUS, Ga. — October 22, 2018 — TSYS announced today the election of Joia M. Johnson, chief administrative officer, general counsel and corporate secretary for Hanesbrands Inc., to its Board of Directors. Johnson was also appointed to the compensation committee of TSYS’ Board of Directors. Her election brings the number of TSYS directors to 13.

“It is a tremendous honor to announce that Joia has agreed to become the newest member of our board of directors,” said M. Troy Woods, chairman, president and CEO of TSYS. “She brings an impressive array of skills — from legal, retail and international to corporate social responsibility to name a few — that will be an asset to TSYS moving forward as we continue to grow and operate as one of the world’s leading payments companies.”

Johnson is the chief administrative officer, general counsel and corporate secretary for Hanesbrands, a socially responsible leading marketer of everyday basic innerwear and activewear apparel in the Americas, Europe, Australia and Asia-Pacific. She is responsible for legal, human resources, corporate social responsibility, government/trade relations, real estate, facilities and corporate security functions globally. Johnson also serves on the board of directors of Crawford & Co. and has a wealth of experience as a board member for professional and nonprofit organizations in addition to her corporate board duties.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: TSYS®

Brand Standard Furnishings Announces New Vice President Of Sales & Marketing Ken Koneck

THE WOODLANDS, Texas — October 22, 2018 — Brand Standard Furnishings (BSF) is proud to announce the addition of Ken Koneck to its leadership team as vice president of sales and marketing, effective immediately.

The influential, hands-on executive brings to the case goods provider more than 15 years of experience in the textiles and hospitality industry. In this new role, Koneck will lead the strategic development of BSF across all channels, define the overall goals and contribute to sales and profitability.

Koneck has a proven track record in staffing, sales and hospitality. “I am honored to join the BSF team that has built a solid foundation over the last decade. BSF is perfectly positioned to help its clients aesthetically transform their business for a better customer experience and compete in a progressive marketplace,” stated Koneck.

In announcing Koneck’s hiring, BSF Founder David Codoluto explained how the move aligns with the organizations strategic goals for 2018: “We are focused on customer care. Our clients can look forward to our services knowing they have a partner in BSF. Ken brings a level of trust and experience our clients have come to expect from BSF.”

Prior to joining BSF, Koneck spent five years with Meadow Hospitality Lighting driving the sales and exceeding company goals year-over-year. And for 10 years, Koneck directed the marketing for the world’s largest supplier of decorative textiles to the hospitality industry, Valley Forge Fabrics.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: Brand Standard Furnishings (BSF)

PPG Appoints Vincent Robin As President, Asia Pacific Region, And Vice President, Automotive OEM Coatings, Asia Pacific

PITTSBURGH — October 19, 2018 — PPG today announced the appointment of Vincent Robin as president, Asia Pacific region, effective January 1, 2019, in addition to his current role as vice president, automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings, Asia Pacific. Robin will replace Mike Horton, current president, Asia Pacific region, and vice president, protective and marine coatings (PMC), who has announced his intent to retire, effective January 1.

Robin joined PPG in 1987 and has moved through positions of increasing responsibility in the automotive OEM business. He relocated to Shanghai in 2010 as vice president, automotive OEM coatings, Asia Pacific, and was instrumental in growing and strengthening the business in the region. More recently, Robin expanded his responsibilities to oversee global supply management; environment, health and safety; and corporate and government affairs for the Asia Pacific region, and was also appointed general manager, China, earlier this year.

Horton joined PPG in 1998 through the Orica acquisition. During his 20-year career with PPG, he has held various positions of increasing responsibility. After holding several positions in operations and general management in Australia and New Zealand, he relocated to Shanghai in 2005 as general manager, refinish, Asia Pacific, and was appointed president, Asia Pacific, in 2011, and vice president, PMC, Asia Pacific, in 2014.

During the past seven years as president, Asia Pacific region, Horton has been instrumental in driving initiatives to strengthen collaboration across strategic business units and functions and reducing complexity.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: PPG

UNTUCKIT Selects NewStore To Help Scale Rapidly Growing Brick And Mortar Presence In U.S. And Canada

BOSTON — October 22, 2018 — NewStore Inc. today announced that UNTUCKit is the latest customer to embrace its retail experience. Since the direct to consumer brand opened its first store in 2015, UNTUCKit has scaled its physical footprint tremendously. With clienteling, endless aisle, mobile checkout, and omnichannel fulfillment powered by NewStore, UNTUCK is optimizing its quickly growing business through omnichannel capabilities that scale.

“Our objective is to take the friction and frustration out of retail,” said Stephan Schambach, founder and CEO, NewStore. “UNTUCKit is among a group of digital native brands that are innovating quickly and overtaking traditional retailers in many ways. Often times retailers struggle in times of rapid expansion, but Chris Riccobono and Aaron Sanandres have made it a priority to introduce the most innovative technology in retail to ensure its core values are scalable.”

UNTUCKit has changed what it means to be effortlessly casual. Implementing NewStore allows the brand to deliver a similarly effortless store experience. The platform enables UNTUCKit store associates to connect meaningfully with customers through mobile and offer inventory visibility for real-time access, providing a top of the line digital experience within the stores. Through the NewStore platform, the brand is also able to provide customers with an array of modern fulfillment options, such as buy online pick up in store (BOPIS) and buy online return in store (BORIS). NewStore acts as the single point of sale (POS) system for UNTUCKit, while bringing endless aisle functionality into stores.

“We started UNTUCKit with the goal of redefining casual and comfortable apparel. As we experience rapid growth, especially continuing our international expansion, we’re in a transitional period where our business will greatly benefit from an omnichannel approach,” said Aaron Sanandres, co-founder and CEO, UNTUCKit. “What NewStore has built makes our store associates more productive and our stores more profitable. This partnership will help us scale rapidly, while providing an exceptional experience our customers expect and deserve.”

The NewStore Omnichannel Platform has been rolled out in 41 UNTUCKit stores — 40 in the U.S. and one in Canada.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: NewStore

Praxair Announces Satisfaction Of Final Conditions To Close Business Combination With Linde AG

DANBURY, Conn. — October 22, 2018 — Praxair Inc. today announced that the final closing conditions for the merger of equals between Praxair and Linde AG  were satisfied after the European Commission approved the buyer of Praxair’s divestment business in Europe and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provided merger clearance of the business combination in the United States.

The parties expect the transaction to close on October 31, 2018. Under the terms of an agreement with the FTC, neither Linde AG nor Praxair will integrate any of their commercial operations until certain U.S. based assets are divested.

The new Linde plc shares are expected to start trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “LIN”. Trading in shares of Praxair’s common stock is expected to be suspended on the NYSE as of close of business (New York time) on October 30, 2018, and Praxair’s common stock is expected to be delisted from the NYSE. Promptly following the closing, Praxair also intends to delist and deregister its three series of Euro-denominated notes, including its 1.50% Notes due 2020, 1.20% Notes due 2024 and 1.625% Notes due 2025, that are currently listed on the NYSE to suspend its reporting obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Linde plc, as the new holding company of the combined group, will file reports under the Exchange Act following closing. The company intends to apply for listing of the bonds on an alternate securities exchange.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: Praxair Inc.

Trevira Expands Its Joint Fair Booth For Heimtextil 2019

BOBINGEN, Germany — October 22, 2018 — Following the success of Trevira GmbH’s joint booth concept at Heimtextil 2018, the company will be expanding its plans next year. At the 2019 Heimtextil, due to take place from January 8-11 in Frankfurt, Trevira will present a new joint booth. At over 2000 square meters, the new booth in Hall 4.2 will be significantly larger, up from 1300 square meters in 2018, and next year will also see an increase in the number of major customers joining Trevira at Heimtextil, from 16 this year to 22 in 2019.

Trevira has expanded its fair booth concept for 2019. Together with 22 of its biggest customers, the manufacturer of high-quality, flame retardant polyester fibers will tell the story of the entire textile value chain. Starting with the basics — fiber production and yarn manufacture — the exhibition will then move on to show the coloring, weaving and warp and weft knitting stages, eventually taking the visitor right up to the textile editing. Meanwhile, Trevira’s customers will reveal their Trevira CS collections for home and contract textiles at individual stands, demonstrating their contribution to the value chain. Visitors will catch a glimpse of the complex and complicated world of textiles manufacturing, while also gaining an insight into how polyester fibres are transformed into attractive, functional fabrics conveying true visual and sensory appeal along with authentic value.

Trevira GmbH’s CEO, Klaus Holz said: “The overwhelmingly positive market response to our joint booth at Heimtextil 2018 showed us that we are moving in the right direction, and we will continue to build on this concept in 2019, working together with an even larger group of Trevira CS customers to create a shared exhibition space displaying the entire textile value chain.”

Trevira’s joint booth will be situated by the Messe Frankfurt exhibition “Interior. Architecture. Hospitality” and will feature a special gallery showcasing the newest trends in contract textiles. Here, visitors can find out more about innovative textiles and current colour trends on the home and contract market, something that will be of particular interest to interior designers, decorators and the design sector in general.

The idea, concept, themes and colour palette have been developed by Frankfurt trend forecasting agency stilbüro bora.herke.palmisano. An all-star trend forecasting panel made up of Sebastian Herkner of Studio Sebastian Herkner (Offenbach), Markus Hilzinger of FINE ROOMS (Berlin), Corinna Kretschmar-Joehnk of JOI Design (Hamburg) and Sylvia Leydecker of 100% interior (Cologne), worked together to come up with ideas and contributions in the areas of product development, hotel and catering, and work and healthcare environments. Each expert singled out certain Trevira CS fabrics to be spotlighted at the Trevira joint booth next year.

Head of Marketing, Anke Vollenbröker, said: “We are excited about our new exhibition, ‘Trends in Contract by Trevira CS’, which will be a special highlight for our visitors next year. Our trends gallery will be an impressive demonstration of the newest Trevira CS fabrics, showing that the extensive choice of cutting-edge designs is more than capable of satisfying the demands of new trends on the contract market. The jury was particularly impressed by the innovative standard of yarns manufactured from flame retardant Trevira fibres and filaments, which will also form part of the trends exhibition.”

The following customers will join Trevira at the Heimtextil booth in January to present their wide range of attractive, modern Trevira CS yarns and fabrics: Engelbert E. Stieger, FIDIVI Tessitura Vergnano, Gebrüder Colsman, Gebrüder Wylach, Georg and Otto Friedrich, Gerriets, Hoftex, JAB Josef Anstoetz, Jenny Fabrics, Lonfil, Mattes & Ammann, Mottura, Pugi, Spandauer Velours, SR Webatex with Getzner Textil, Swisstulle, Tessitura Mario Ghioldi, Torcitura Fibre Sintetiche, Torcitura Lei Tsu with Ilcat, VLNAP, Wagenfelder Spinnereien and Wintex.

Posted October 22, 2018

Source: Trevira GmbH

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