Avgol To Showcase beneFIT™ Antimicrobial Solutions At Hygienix 2018

TEL-AVIV, Israel — October 11, 2018 — Avgol will showcase its range of beneFIT™ technologies at Hygienix 2018.

The beneFIT range has been developed through Avgol’s Forward Innovative Thinking (FIT) strategy, which harnesses the company’s expertise in creating high-performance technologies for the baby diaper, adult incontinence and feminine hygiene markets with the needs of the consumer at the forefront.

The strategy forms the basis of Avgol’s continuing research and development into revolutionary solutions that meet the ever-growing needs of the global hygiene market.

Director of Market Business Intelligence and Intellectual Property at Avgol, Nick Carter, will speak at the event on Avgol’s FIT strategy and technologies. Carter’s presentation will feature beneFIT Control, a new range of chemistries and processes developed by Avgol to deliver superior performance and comfort to consumers.

beneFIT Control can be used in tandem with Avgol’s other FIT technologies to enhance the functionality of hygiene products.

Carter said: “Hygienix is an industry leading expo and a great platform for Avgol to inform and educate delegates on our latest market-leading technology developments. We look forward to meeting visitors to demonstrate how our FIT technologies can offer a customizable solution for enhanced performance and end-user comfort.”

Avgol’s advanced antimicrobial solution, beneFIT Control, has also been nominated for a Hygienix 2018 Innovation Award at the event.

Hygienix is a premier annual event for absorbent hygiene and personal care markets andtakes placefrom November 5-8 at the Loews Portofino Hotel in Orlando, Fla. Avgol will be presenting its technologiesduring a tabletop exhibitionand welcomes delegates to stop by.

Posted October 11, 2018

Source: Avgol™ Nonwovens

B&O Chief Chemist, Frank Keohan, Will Speak At IFAI 2018 About A New Generation Of Stormproof/Breathable™ DWR’s

FALL RIVER, Mass. — October 10, 2018 — Frank Keohan, senior technology manager at Bolger & O’Hearn, Inc., Specialty Chemicals, will give a presentation on advances in Durable Water Repellents and a new level of finished textile performance called Stormproof/Breathable™  at the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) Expo 2018.

IFAI Expo takes place October 16-18 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.

Keohan’s presentation, “Creating a New Performance Fabric Category: Stormproof/Breathable™” takes place Wednesday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 1:30 PM on the show floor in Booth #1755 in the Shade and Weather Protection section of the show.

Keohan’s talk describes how Stormproof/Breathable chemistries work and why this represents a new category of DWR protection. The presentation also discusses how Stormproof/Breathable chemistries compare to existing DWR technologies, the science involved, current DWR testing methods and how Stormproof/Breathable chemistries can be used alone to add advanced DWR performance in single-play fabrics or paired with laminates to enhance laminate repellency performance and comfort.

In addition, the presentation looks at how new extreme rainfall weather patterns are fueling demand for higher-performance DWR’s  in apparel, camping gear, marine textiles, industrial textiles and other textiles routinely exposed to the elements.

As the Senior Technology Manager at Bolger & O’Hearn, Keohan has led the development of high performance fabric effects including repellents, odor control agents, and adhesives. He holds a BA-Chemistry from Holy Cross College, an MS-Chemistry from Virginia Tech, and an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Keohan has over 30 years of experience in polymer synthesis, applied chemistry, materials science, and textile finishing.

Posted October 11, 2018

Source: Bolger & O’Hearn

Shell Achieves Engineering Milestone At Pennsylvania Petrochemicals Complex

HOUSTON — October 10, 2018 — Shell Chemical Appalachia LLC (Shell) today announced the successful installation of its quench tower — the largest piece of equipment at its Pennsylvania Petrochemicals Complex, currently under construction. The heavy lift of the quench tower, undertaken October 7, marked an important milestone in the project.

Since the start of main construction in November 2017, Shell has also safely erected two of three reactors associated with the planned polyethylene units and laid around 15 miles of underground pipe for the cooling, firewater and drainage systems.

The project is bringing economic growth and jobs to the region, with some 3,000 workers on site today. That number will likely increase to 6,000 by the end of 2019 through its construction phase. Shell expects around 600 onsite jobs when the complex is completed.

“Eleven months into main construction, I’m delighted with the progress we’re making in Pennsylvania,” said Graham van’t Hoff, executive vice president for Shell’s global chemicals business. “It’s great to see our world-class complex taking shape. The project is providing more economic opportunities in Pennsylvania and the region.”

At approximately 2,000 metrics ton and 87 meters tall, the quench tower spent nearly three and a half weeks being towed up the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. Upon arrival in Pennsylvania, it was unloaded onto a dock and transported down a newly-created road — both specially-designed to handle the large quench tower.

In May 2018, Shell introduced its Shell Polymers line of business to customers.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Shell

Defense Contractor SCI Acquires MSC

GULFPORT, Miss. — October 10, 2018 — Seemann Composites Inc. (SCI), the developer of the SCRIMP process and a supplier of composite solutions for the Defense Industry, is pleased to announce the completion of the acquisition of Materials Sciences Corp. (MSC), a composites engineering and manufacturing company based in Horsham, Pa.

MSC, founded in 1970, designs, analyses and develops composite material solutions. The company’s 22,000 square foot headquarters in Horsham houses R&D, engineering, testing and prototyping functions. MSC also has a combined 45,000 square feet of facilities space in Greenville, S.C., dedicated to the company’s product manufacturing and textile weaving capabilities. A third 6,000 square foot applications engineering site is located in Cummings Research Park in Huntsville, Ala.

Prior to this sale, MSC completed the spin-off of the Countervail Products division of the company. Countervail Products will operate as a standalone company that will continue to service their extensive customer base for the use of the patented Countervail® technologies and actively expand the use of the unique vibration damping technology into broader application markets for domestic and international use.

Both of MSC’s Principals, Tony Caiazzo and Tom Cassin, will continue their leadership roles within the company. “We’ve known for a long time that our customers, products and employees have benefited from our synergistic and close working relationship with SCI and that will be even more evident now that we are formally a part of the SCI group,” said Caiazzo, MSC’s vice president and CTO.

“This is clearly a win-win for our combined customer base and for the integration of the complementary capabilities of SCI and MSC,” said Tom Cassin, MSC President. “The ability to take projects more efficiently from concept to production will greatly enhance our ability to respond to growing needs of the composites community.”

SCI is a leading supplier of advanced composite components for DOD platforms. SCI’s dedicated and skilled work force of over 160 operates at the company’s Gulfport, Mississippi production complex, which consists of four facilities totaling over 160,000 square feet.

“SCI and MSC have solidified our 25-year relationship with this acquisition. We are well positioned to meet our customers’ growing needs for design and analysis, testing, product development and production manufacturing,” commented SCI President Sid Charbonnet.

Will Seemann, SCI CFO, led the acquisition for SCI. “As the second generation of leadership here at SCI, we are very excited about the future prospects of the company. This acquisition will allow us to grow and expand our capabilities while continuing to prove our company’s motto “Excellence Through Innovation” which my dad coined when he founded the company in 1987.”

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Seemann Composites

Highlander Partners Announces Acquisition Of SFERRA

DALLAS — October 9, 2018 — Highlander Partners L.P., a leading middle market private investment firm based in Dallas, today announced the acquisition of SFERRA Fine Linens LLC.  Founded in Italy in 1891, and headquartered today in Edison, N.J., SFERRA is a luxury linens and home lifestyle company, with a consumer brand known for design, textile innovation, trusted quality, and craftsmanship.

SFERRA’s product portfolio today includes more than 10 different categories, including bed, bath, table, and decorative accessories. The SFERRA brand is known for its fine Italian craftmanship and for sourcing premium natural fibers from the foremost global resources to spin and weave its luxury goods. The company’s multi-channel distribution platform consists of over 800 home specialty boutiques, major luxury department stores, SFERRA.com, and select hospitality properties.

Mark Blanchat, a partner at Highlander has been named as the newly-appointed chairman of SFERRA; and Michelle Klein will continue in her role as CEO and president of the company. Of the acquisition, Highlander’s Blanchat commented: “This acquisition reiterates Highlander’s focus on investing in high-quality, branded consumer products companies and represents an opportunity for us to acquire an established luxury brand with a loyal consumer following due to its highly differentiated product offerings and superior quality. Luxury bedding has proven to be a stable segment of the market and is expected to continue growing over the foreseeable future as consumers correlate a better sleep experience to achieving improved health. There are tremendous growth opportunities for this business driven by strategic brand and product extensions designed to further increase awareness, along with continued growth in new and existing channels. We believe Michelle and her team are the ideal partners to take SFERRA to the next level.”

Jeff L. Hull, president and managing partner of Highlander, commented: “We are very excited to be partnering with SFERRA management in this transaction. All of us believe SFERRA has the potential to become the leading luxury linens provider globally, reaching into adjacent untapped home-goods categories. We are looking forward to implementing a selective “buy-and-build” investment approach and finding complementary M&A opportunities for this business in the luxury goods category.”

Michelle Klein, CEO of SFERRA, added: “We are excited about the new partnership with Highlander and will benefit from their resources and expertise in brand building. SFERRA currently has outstanding consumer awareness, and we are well positioned to continue our historical success. We’re looking forward to partnering with Highlander to help accelerate growth across the U.S. and internationally. Our team at SFERRA is eager to get started on our robust pipeline of new opportunities.”

Lazard Middle Market acted as financial advisor to SFERRA.  Regions Bank and Fifth Third provided senior financing, and Norwest Mezzanine Partners provided mezzanine debt in support of the transaction.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Highlander Partners

Vibram Announces Management Changes

NORTH BROOKFIELD, Mass. — October 9, 2018 — Vibram Corp., North Brookfield, Mass., said today that Michael Gionfriddo has announced his retirement as the company’s president and CEO effective December 31, 2018, and that Fabrizio Gamberini has been appointed the new president of Vibram in the United States. The company also announced that Richard Riegel, currently a member of Vibram’s Board of Directors has been appointed chairman of Vibram. Both new appointments are effective today.

Mike Gionfriddo has been a part of Vibram’s management team since 1998 and has led the company as its President since 2011. Mike’s retirement coincides with his 20th anniversary year with the company. “Mike’s outstanding leadership has made Vibram much more successful during his long tenure with the company,” said Paolo Manuzzi, Global General Manager.  Over his career, Mr. Gionfriddo’s accomplishments are many, including the successful consolidation of the acquisition of Quabaug Corporation by Vibram, commercialization of breakthrough new Vibram soling technologies including Arctic Grip and MegaGrip, positive management of Vibram’s requirements for the United States Military, the establishment of key partnerships and Vibram incubator offices, and the implementation of global quality standards in concert with Vibram’s supply chain.  “We cannot thank Mike enough for all that he has done to propel Vibram’s business in the United States and around the world over a 20+ year period.  The Company will miss Mike, and we all wish him well in his retirement,” Mr. Manuzzi added.

Fabrizio Gamberini joins the Company as its new President effective October 9, 2018 and will work alongside Mr. Gionfriddo until the end of the calendar year to ensure a smooth transition.  Mr. Gamberini joins Vibram Corporation after successful leadership positions as CEO of Geox USA and of Marcolin USA, General Manager for Nike, Inc., and for Hewlett Packard.  Mr. Gamberini brings brand and multi-industry management expertise to his new position and will work closely with Vibram’s global team and Board of Directors to propel new opportunities for the Company.  “Vibram is excited to announce the appointment of Fabrizio Gamberini to its global management team,” said Mr. Manuzzi. “Fabrizio brings a wealth of knowledge, outstanding market relationships and enthusiasm to our North American operation. The Company is indeed fortunate to welcome a senior leader of Fabrizio’s caliber,” he continued.

Richard “Dicky” Riegel has been a director of Vibram since 2015, and now assumes the role of chairman of its Board of Directors. In that role, he will work closely with Gamberini to drive the company’s strategy. Riegel is the founder and CEO of privately held Airstream 2 Go LLC, and is the former president & CEO of Airstream Inc, and COO/Group president of Thor Industries Inc., the world’s largest RV company. “Dicky has helped define and drive Vibram’s strategy over the past several years, and we will count on him to now to help propel the Company’s opportunity in North America, working closely with its new president and management team,” said Manuzzi.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Vibram Corp.

International Apparel Design And Marketing Company RDG Global Relaunches Its Contemporary Division

NEW YORK CITY — October 10, 2018 — Following a year of growth, international apparel design and marketing company RDG Global is now preparing to re-launch its contemporary division.

The global fashion manufacturer already has a major footprint in the girls, junior, active and women’s market, designing and creating product for retailers across the U.S. Now, RDG Global and their European/Asian partner Indochine International Ltd. are getting ready to re-engage the contemporary market, and they have started by building a new team focused on speed and design.

The company is excited to introduce a creative director and senior vice president to lead the division. With 20 years of experience the creative director will orchestrate the curation of street and runway trends to develop elevated product for both private label and a branded business using higher quality fabrics and incorporating sustainable elements. RDG is enthusiastic about working in this market with a new audience, and about the potential to partner with influencers, talent, and retailers.

To ensure responsible supply chain management throughout the process — and its entire worldwide manufacturing matrix — RDG has furthered its partnership with Corporate Social Responsibility experts, Arche Advisors. Arche Advisers is a renowned worldwide organization that brings expertise in social, labor, human rights, traceability, and sustainability, among other pressing issues in today’s global manufacturing world.

The partnership will assure complete adherence to specific country of origin rules and regulations, rapid reaction to all customer requirements, and include periodic inspections at all factories to ensure continued compliance worldwide. It will also ensure complete visibility while maintaining the company’s code of conduct, one that was developed specifically for RDG and its employees — and will be prominently displayed in every factory.

As its contemporary business expands and evolves, so does RDG Global as a whole. From a female-led development team to a socially responsible production process, the company is dedicating itself to creating product it can stand behind, from start to finish.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: RDG Global

Interdye Asia To Be Held In Ho Chi Minh City In November

SHANGHAI — October 10, 2018 — The Eighth Asia International Dye Industry, Pigments and Textile Chemicals Exhibition (Interdye Asia), hosted by the China Dyestuff Industry Association, the China Dyeing and Printing Association and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Shanghai Sub-Council and co-organized by the China Dyestuff Industry Association and Shanghai International Exhibition Service Co. Ltd., will be held at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam from November 21-24, 2018. The exhibition has attracted more than 100 exhibitors from India, Malaysia, mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Exhibitors plan to showcase a wide range of advanced environmentally-friendly dyestuffs, organic pigments, catalysts, intermediates, environmental impact assessment equipment as well as printing and dyeing automation equipment.

As a companion exhibition of the prestigious dyeing exhibition China Interdye, Interdye Asia aims to create a platform for the dyestuffs and chemicals producers worldwide where they can make their debut and expand their commercial channels, facilitating the development of the industry. Interdye Asia has been successfully held for seven years in major markets for dyestuff producers and importers including Vietnam, India, Indonesia and Turkey.

With the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank becoming operational and large amounts of capital including that provided by the Silk Road Fund flowing into the countries along the One Belt, One Road route, the textile market in Vietnam is undergoing rapid development. As a traditionally agricultural country, however, Vietnam’s chemical industry has a weak foundation, with 70 percent of its textile materials and dyestuffs relying on imports. During the five-year period between 2013 and 2017, China’s dyestuff exports to Vietnam grew from 10,063 tons to 15,842 tons, with an annual growth rate of 12 percent.

The success of an earlier edition of the exhibition in Hanoi in 2014 established the reputation and influence of the event early on. This time, Interdye Asia transitioned to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s economic capital, to provide an opportunity for direct communication between production and demand and attract world-class dyeing and chemical manufacturers to Vietnam’s textile market. In addition, the exhibition will be held jointly with the 18th Vietnam International Textile & Garment Machinery Exhibition, creating a one-stop purchasing platform for textile printing and dyeing complemented by upstream and downstream components.

With the reputation of the organizers and the brand itself, the exhibition not only attracted many internationally recognized manufacturers, but also the ongoing participation of Indian and Taiwanese exhibitor delegations. The exhibition is expected to become a key event for exchanges between the world’s leading dyeing and chemicals makers and local Vietnamese counterparts.

The next exhibition will, as before, be concurrently held with China International Digital Textile Printing and Dyeing Automatics Exhibition on April 10-12, 2019, with the aim of creating a one-stop shop for textile printing and dyeing procurement and creating a broader platform for the development of the industry.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Shanghai International Exhibition Co.

American Eagle And Aerie To Hire 22,000 Associates For Holiday

PITTSBURGH — October 10, 2018 — American Eagle Outfitters announces its plans to hire approximately 22,000 part-time seasonal associates for its American Eagle (AE) and Aerie brands. A hiring event in the U.S. and Canada will take place at AE and Aerie stores on Sunday, October 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., in local time zones.

AE and Aerie are seeking brand advocates to join the selling team and fill an important role during the holiday shopping season. Part-time associates receive a 40-percent merchandise discount and are eligible for special contests, giveaways and prizes. Interested candidates should apply in person at their local store.

“We are anticipating another successful holiday season for AE and Aerie and are focused on providing our customers with expert sellers to deliver an exceptional shopping experience,” said Sunny Woo, senior vice president – AE and Aerie Stores. “Our seasonal workforce is an essential part of the selling team, and we are looking to fill those roles with energetic and enthusiastic associates who love our brands.”

In addition to the October 14 hiring event, AEO also is empowering its current associates to help recruit friends and family to join the team through incentives and product giveaways.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: American Eagle Outfitters

Global Technology Executive Julie Averill Joins Custom Apparel Firm INDOCHINO Board

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — October 10, 2018 — INDOCHINO announced today that it has appointed Julie Averill, executive vice president and chief technology officer for lululemon, as its first independent board member. Averill will provide strategic counsel on Indochino’s technology infrastructure and ongoing growth strategy as the retailer strives to become one of the largest global apparel brands.

Averill brings more than 25 years of experience leveraging innovative technology to transform retail businesses, enhance customer experiences and build global brands. She joined lululemon in May 2017 and is responsible for its global technology strategy and execution. Her strong track record includes technology-focused leadership positions at Nordstrom and REI.

Indochino has expanded significantly over the past three years, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 48 percent since 2015, opening 34 retail showrooms and expanding its omnichannel platform. The company plans to open an additional 20 showrooms in 2019 with a view to expand outside of North America in the future. Averill’s extensive knowledge and experience will help ensure that Indochino has the technology infrastructure in place to scale.

“Over the past five months, I’ve had the chance to get to know Julie, and she is not only an extraordinary executive, but also an incredible person who will further our mission to create one of the largest global apparel brands over the next two decades,” said Drew Green, President and CEO of Indochino. “She is aligned with our vision for the future of Indochino and has a strong understanding of the integral role that technology will play. Julie’s joining the Indochino board is a terrific endorsement for what we have achieved as a company and for the opportunity ahead.”

“I’ve admired Indochino’s phenomenal progress the past few years, watching closely as the company has grown from an innovative digital start up to one of the first experience focused retail brands and market leader, with showrooms in most major hubs in North America,” said Julie Averill. “I’m looking forward to working with management and the board to advance the company’s goals and ensure it is set up for continued success in the many years to come.”

“Julie brings to the board a wealth of experience scaling technology infrastructure and teams and operating fast-growing, global retail brands,” said Scott Jacobson, Partner, Madrona Venture Group and Indochino board member. “Her contributions to the board and management team will be instrumental to the next phase of growth at Indochino, and we are delighted to have her aboard.”

Averill is lululemon’s executive vice president and chief technology officer. Averill joined lululemon in May 2017 and brings more than 25 years of experience leveraging innovative technology to transform retail businesses and enhance guest experiences.

Averill comes to lululemon from REI, where she most recently served as the brand’s first-ever chief information officer. While at REI, she led the company’s technology strategy, overall IT operations, and technology transformation that enabled its member and employee base to more deeply connect with its purpose for people to enjoy the outdoors.

Prior to REI, Averill spent over a decade at Nordstrom where she held several key positions on the company’s IT leadership team and was responsible for driving online, store, and omni-channel innovation within Nordstrom’s technology platforms. Averill received her MBA from the University of Washington, and Bachelor’s in computer science from Seattle Pacific University. She serves on several non-profit STEM and education advisory positions, working to provide access to technology careers for all. She is also a mother of three and enjoys spending time with her family in the Puget Sound, and traveling across the world.

Posted October 10, 2018

Source: Indochino

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