Countdown to IDEA® 2019: IDEA Ready To Welcome 7,000 Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics Professionals

CARY, N.C. — February 21, 2019 — With the biggest nonwovens and engineered fabrics event this year just a month away, IDEA® is ready to connect industry’s innovative game-changers across the entire nonwovens and engineered fabrics supply chain at the Miami Beach Convention Center, in Miami Beach, Fla., March 25-28.

Event organizer, INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, expects over 7,000 participants to make valuable business connections with more than 500 exhibitors from 70-plus countries during the four-day, triennial event. Registration is open at https://www.idea2019.com/

Event highlights include:

  • A welcome reception (separate fee) celebrating INDA’s 50th anniversary serving the nonwovens and engineered fabrics industry with a dinner buffet, live music, and beverages.
  • Industry experts presenting regional forecasts for the nonwoven industries in China, South America, Asia, North America, and Europe.
  • New! Learning opportunities in nonwovens take advantage of INDA’s highly focused short-course refreshers and an introduction to the essentials in Nonwovens, Wet Wipes, Absorbent Hygiene, and Filter Media for air and liquid taught by renowned industry experts. “Learning from people who are experts and passing it down. Vertical learning. That’s tremendous,” said Homer Swei, Director – Product Stewardship, Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. For details, visit: https://www.idea2019.com/training.html
  • IDEA® 2019 Achievement Awards recognizing the brightest innovations across five categories in the industry. All professionals in the global nonwovens and engineered fabrics industry can cast their vote for the winner through March 1 via: https://www.nonwovens-industry.com/idea19-achievement-awards
  • The prestigious IDEA® 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award will honor an individual who has given his or her best both personally and professionally to serve INDA and the industry, and the IDEA® 2019 Entrepreneurial Award will go to the company with outstanding nonwovens achievements.

“IDEA is a great opportunity to see some of the innovation that’s happening in the industries. New companies are coming into the mix every day and there’s opportunities to see new innovation,” said Chris Astley, president, Advanced Airlaid Materials BU, Glatfelter.

“The industry is really excited for the return of IDEA to Miami Beach, and rightfully so. I look forward to seeing the next generation of materials and machinery in the newly renovated and beautiful Miami Beach Convention Center. As we celebrate INDA’s 50th anniversary advancing the business and interests of the nonwovens and engineered materials industry, it is fitting that we will be in a completely reimagined facility celebrating the past, but also with an eye to the future being displayed right here on the show floor,” said Dave Rousse, INDA President.

Company sponsors for IDEA® include Bostik, SWM, ExxonMobil, and Lenzing.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Bally Ribbon Mills Receives ISO 13485:2016 Certification

BALLY, Pa. — February 21, 2019 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM) has announced the company  received ISO 13485:2016 certification. ISO 13485 is the rigorous international standard that governs the design and manufacture of medical devices. BRM passed a surveillance audit with zero non-conformances.

For over 50 years, BRM has been supplying the highest quality medical products to its customers. BRM meets the ISO 13485 standards for medical devices by focusing on risk management and design control during product development and by manufacturing its products in a controlled work environment. In addition, BRM follows specific requirements for inspection and traceability for implantable devices as well as for verification of the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

BRM’s facility includes advanced weaving systems, yarn preparation, and inspection areas for the production of fabric to the most stringent requirements. Environmental sampling, data collection, storage, and alarms ensure complete environmental monitoring and redundancies.

Quality efforts also include an emphasis on continuous improvement and defect prevention. Tools include but are not limited to Management and Feasibility Reviews, AS9102 First Articles, FMEA’s, Control Plans, IQ-OQ-PQ’s, Process/Product Validation and Lean/Six Sigma best practices.

Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM) designs, develops, and manufactures highly specialized engineered woven webbing, tapes, specialty fabrics, woven preforms, and two dimensional and three dimensional structural fabrics. With more than 95 years of textile manufacturing experience, BRM has earned a reputation for meeting new advanced design challenges. Working in aerospace, defense, medical, safety, automotive, commercial, and industrial applications, BRM offers ingenuity, technical know-how, extensive weaving capabilities, and rigorous quality assurance systems.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM)

Gerber Continues Its Drive Toward Digitalization — Ketty Pillet Joins As Vice President Of Global Marketing

TOLLAND, Conn.— February 18, 2019 — Digitalization is driving transformation in every aspect of business, especially in the ways we communicate. To drive innovation, leadership and strong customer relationships, Gerber Technology announced today, industry veteran, Ketty Pillet will join the company as vice president of Global Marketing to support the company’s aggressive product release schedule for 2019.

“Ketty brings deep industry knowledge and the ability to build a strong brand experience as we connect with our customers,” stated Mohit Uberoi, president and CEO, Gerber Technology. “Her global industry experience and strength in digital marketing will help her to hit the ground running with our leadership team.”

As digitalization and speed become the new normal, many of Gerber’s customers are experiencing a rapid evolution in the way they communicate with their customers. Pillet understands this changing landscape, joining Gerber after 10 years in France working for Lectra. The last position she held was Worldwide Marketing Director, Fashion and Apparel focusing on the go-to-market strategy and demand generation programs to drive increased sales growth and market penetration. Prior to that position, she spent four years as Worldwide Marketing Director for Furniture giving her a strong understanding of Gerber’s customer base and main markets. Pillet also has 10 years’ experience as a senior sales consultant at Oracle giving her a strong background in the software industry. Ketty holds an MBA, a Master’s Degree in Marketing and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Technology.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Gerber Technology

PVH Corp. Announces Agreement to Acquire Gazal Corp. Ltd.

NEW YORK CITY — February 20, 2019 — PVH Corp. announced that a newly formed wholly owned subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement under which it is proposed that PVH would acquire the interests in Gazal Corp. Ltd. (Gazal) that it does not already own for A$6.00 per share. The closing is subject to customary conditions (including shareholder, court and regulatory approvals) and is expected to occur in the second quarter of 2019.

Gazal has been PVH’s long term partner in Australia. If the acquisition is consummated, PVH will acquire its joint venture with Gazal, PVH Brands Australia Pty Ltd. (the JV), which commenced doing business in 2014. The JV holds licenses for PVH’s CALVIN KLEIN, TOMMY HILFIGER and Van Heusen brands, as well as the Pierre Cardin, Bracks and Nancy Ganz brands in Australia, New Zealand and other parts of Oceania. The JV generated approximately A$260 million in revenues on a twelve month trailing basis as of July 2018.

The aggregate net purchase price for the approximately 78% of Gazal shares being acquired is approximately A$124 million, after taking into account the divestiture to a third party of Gazal’s owned office building and warehouse in Banksmeadow, New South Wales, which will take place shortly following the closing date of the acquisition.

The transaction is expected to result in a material increase to PVH’s 2019 earnings per share on a GAAP basis, as PVH expects to record a noncash gain to write-up its equity investments in Gazal and the JV to fair value. Excluding this noncash gain, the transaction is expected to be slightly accretive to PVH’s 2019 earnings on a non-GAAP basis. It is a condition of the transaction that key management of Gazal and the JV commit to remain in their roles for at least two years and use approximately 25% of their existing Gazal equity to subscribe for an approximate 6% stake in the PVH subsidiary that is the parent company of the acquirer.

“I’m pleased that we have agreed to acquire Gazal. PVH currently — and for many years — has had a successful business relationship with our Australian partners and would be pleased to bring them into the larger PVH family,” said Emanuel Chirico, Chairman and CEO, PVH Corp. “Gazal has enhanced the market position of our brands in Australia and New Zealand and we believe the region continues to offer significant growth over the next five years and aligns with our strategic priority to expand our direct control of businesses operated under the CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER brands worldwide.”

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: PVH Corp.

Levi Strauss & Co. Names Katia Walsh As Chief Strategy And Artificial Intelligence Officer

SAN FRANCISCO — February 21, 2019 — Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) today announced that Katia Walsh will join the company as senior vice president and chief strategy and artificial intelligence officer, effective April 29, 2019. In a role designed to help the company translate data analytics into meaningful decisions that drive business value and competitive advantage, Walsh will be responsible for building the data, analytics and artificial intelligence enablers to support LS&Co.’s global business across innovation incubation, new business models and strategic growth initiatives. She will report to Chip Bergh, president and chief executive officer, and will be a member of LS&Co.’s global leadership team.

“Katia’s expertise in data and analytics, including big data platforms, analytics services, machine learning products, and digital solutions will be essential to setting LS&Co. on a course of continued industry leadership,” said Chip Bergh, president and CEO at Levi Strauss & Co. “She is a talented team builder and positive change agent, capable of translating data products into successful commercial initiatives and consumer experiences. I am confident that she will make a big impact at LS&Co.”

Walsh joins LS&Co. from Vodafone, where she was the company’s first chief data and analytics officer, responsible for the company’s success in providing a predictive, proactive, and personalized experience as part of its digital transformation. At Vodafone, Walsh also contributed to the use of data and artificial intelligence for social good. She is a member of Unicredit’s Transformation and Innovation Advisory Board and River Island’s Digital Advisory Board, as well as Strategy Advisor to Fellowship.ai, a free data science training program. Walsh was named the UK’s Data Leader of the Year for the past two years by the Women in IT Awards series.

“LS&Co. is more than an iconic company; it’s also an innovation leader across industries,” said Walsh. “Strategic harnessing of data and machine learning will help position it for its next 165 years, and I look forward to contributing to its continued growth.”

Walsh has held strategic data analytics leadership positions at Prudential Financial and Fidelity Investments, where she drove customer-centric innovations. She is passionate about diversity and mentoring youth. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Strategic Communication with a specialization in quantitative methodology.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Levi Strauss & Co.

Holly Shapiro Named New Creative Director of Splendid®

TEL AVIV, Israel — February 21, 2019 — Splendid®, a division of Delta Galil Industries Ltd., today announced that it has named Holly Shapiro as Creative Director. Shapiro brings nearly 20 years of premium design expertise from leading brands including Calyspo St. Barth, Haute Hippie, Roller Rabbit and Gilt Groupe.

“Holly is both a creative designer and proven leader who will bring fresh, new product strategies and perspective to modernize the Splendid® brand,” said Tim Baxter, Delta Galil Premium Brands CEO. “Her expertise in curating product from her time at Gilt, building a brand from her time at Calypso St. Barth and working with cross-functional partners at Roller Rabbit will be instrumental in repositioning Splendid to accelerate growth.”

Shapiro previously served as creative director of private brands for Gilt Groupe, responsible for a number of categories including apparel, footwear, swimwear, and accessories. Prior to that, she designed for Calypso St. Barth, Haute Hippie, Martin + Osa, Liz Claiborne, Laundry by Shelli Segal and Dana Buchman. Shapiro received an Associate in Applied Science Degree from Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.) and a Bachelor of Science in Textile and Apparel Design Degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

In her new role, Shapiro will succeed Pamela Protzel-Scott, who has served as Vice President of Design and Creative Director of Splendid for more than 17 years. Protzel-Scott will serve as a consultant as needed to insure a smooth transition.

Shapiro said: “I am very excited to join Splendid®, as I have long-admired the brand for its premium soft tees and strong loyal base. While leveraging both, I see significant potential to expand the brand and look forward to taking Splendid® to new levels of growth.”

Baxter added, “We want to thank Pam for founding this incredible brand and leading its design team since its inception. Her contributions have been extraordinary. We wish her all the best as she embarks on her next chapter with her family.”

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Delta Galil Industries

Eastman Announces Post-PV Partnership With C.L.A.S.S. To Support Circular Economy

KINGSPORT, Tenn. — February 21, 2019 — Global specialty materials provider Eastman, the maker of sustainably-sourced Naia™ cellulosic yarn, announces a new partnership with Milan-based C.L.A.S.S. (Creativity Lifestyle And Sustainable Synergy) in the wake of Première Vision Paris (PV), the international apparel textile exposition, where Naia™ showcased over 100 new on-trend fabrics from over 20 partner mills. Naia™ joins C.L.A.S.S. to support the fashion industry’s shift toward the “circular economy,” the economic model characterized as a collective awareness of social and environmental values throughout the fashion ecosystem.

“Responsible innovation means embracing new business models and encouraging businesses to take a broader approach at all phases of fashion creation to ensure that environmental responsibility is embedded throughout fashion development and production,” said C.L.A.S.S Founder Giusy Betoni.

With Naia™, Eastman integrates sustainability and fashion in a way that supports the circular economy by providing designers with a viable eco-conscious choice of material. Made from bio-based wood pulp, Naia™ is a best-in-class example of responsible innovation, because it is sustainably sourced and has inherent luster and a silky hand that create comfortable, luxurious fabrics.

Naia™ is made with wood sourced from sustainably managed pine and eucalyptus plantations and forests and has recently been certified as biodegradable in freshwater, having received the OK biodegradable WATER conformity mark from TÜV AUSTRIA. In developing Naia™, Eastman takes into account the entire lifecycle, from responsible sourcing to end-of-life disposal.

The yarn is produced in a closed-loop production process where safe solvents and water are recycled and reused, ensuring a low tree-to-yarn carbon and water footprint. Listed on the Higg Materials Sustainability Index, Naia™ has a smaller environmental impact than fibers such as generic modal, triacetate and viscose.

“C.L.A.S.S. empowers global partners to take steps toward a circular economy,” said Priya Kalsi, Eastman segment market manager of Textiles. “For Eastman, that means providing access to sustainable fabrics featuring Naia™ for designers and fashion students to foster their creativity.”

Eastman demonstrated its dedication to sustainability at Première Vision by showcasing the sustainable production process of Naia™ – from responsibly sourced wood to end of life. Eastman used FSC certified wood in the construction of the booth and upcycled Naia™ fabric swatches into small bags as giveaways.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Eastman

Techtextil North America 2019 Exhibitor Preview: Itema America Inc.

SPARTANBURG, S.C.— February 21, 2019 — Itema — manufacturer of weaving machines, spare parts and integrated services — is exhibiting at Techtextil North America (Stand 1335) from February 26-28 at the Raleigh Convention Center, North Carolina.

Itema America Inc., with headquarters in Spartanburg, S.C., is the result of the successful merger in the early 2000 of two renowned weaving machines manufacturers, Sulzer (founded in 1834 in Switzerland that opened the US subsidiary in 1964) and Somet (founded in 1967 in Italy that opened the affiliate – Somet of America – in 1982).

During its long-standing presence in the U.S. market, Itema has established a solid reputation as a highly reliable and trustworthy partner with a strong track record of outstanding technology provider and customer support.

In fact, customer support is well recognized and it is the pride of Itema America, where highly skilled and experienced weaving technicians and textile experts are on call to ensure a quick and personalized after-sales support to the wide base of Itema customers.

The Itema America team works relentlessly side by side with its American customers, offering expert advice and service, unwavering support, and unmatched dedication.

Itema America provides extensive training courses at its premises and/or on-site at customer mills and, additionally, the company offers electronic and mechanical services and repairs, as well as timely and reliable spare parts deliveries and upgrade kits.

In recent years Itema further reinforced its traditional leadership in the American market, where the company advanced weaving technology is increasingly appreciated for a wide range of applications, from technical fabrics to furnishing and passing through apparel and home textile fabrics.

The latest Itema machine models — the rapier R9500 (today available in its second generation offering superior energy savings and higher performances than ever before) and the airjet A9500p with its real time filling insertion and best in class air-consumption — have quickly become the machines of choice for many U.S. weavers.
 Both customers’ satisfaction and Itema machines installed base are increasingly growing leading to extremely positive results for Itema in the American market. As a matter of fact, in 2018 Itema America sold more airjet weaving machines in the U.S. market than anybody else.

During Techtextil North America, Itema America team will concentrate in showcasing the company strong offering for technical fabrics weavers. Itema is uniquely positioned to offer technical textile manufacturers the top three weft insertion technologies — Rapier, Airjet and Projectile, in what is the most comprehensive portfolio on the market today for technical applications.

The rapier R95002 is by far the most successful rapier loom in recent history. The continuous roll-out of customized special versions tailored for technical applications, including OPW Airbag, Fiber Glass, Bolting Cloth, among others, the wide weaving width up to 540 cm, as well as new and advanced devices make the R95002 by Itema the perfect machine to weave the full range of technical textiles, including ones with the finest monofilament, multifilament high tenacity yarns, and multiple pick insertion fabrics.

Looking at specific technical applications the airjet A9500p — the most innovative airjet weaving machine in the market — provides undeniable benefits, matching unparalleled performances and the highest productivity with superior textile efficiency and has already amassed important references, especially in medical applications and automotive fabrics

The Itema A9500p is pre-set for independent motorized Jacquard with no cardan shaft, allowing to weave specific technical textiles (such as Airbag OPW) with no speed limitations.

When it comes to weaving very high density fabrics, the A9500p is customized with dedicated devices to ensure best possible results. Key components are reinforced to ensure optimized machine control and reliability whilst Itema patented devices guarantee reduced air and energy consumption and superior textile efficiency.

Technical fabrics are the specialty of the legendary and unique projectile P7300HP due to the unparalleled versatility and reliability of its weft insertion system. The unmatchable uniqueness of the positive weft transfer consists in the single insertion driven by the projectile, which catches the weft and carries it directly with no exchanges, providing unmatched efficiency.

The P7300HP continues to harness great interest from projectile weaving aficionados and represents an unbeaten and unbeatable benchmark for those looking to weave the widest fabrics — up to 655cm weaving width — and high-specialty materials, such as agrotextile, geotextile and carpet backing. When it comes to weaving tape yarns, the Itema projectile weaving machine provides the highest performance compared to all the other insertion technologies currently available on the market.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Itema

Techtextil North America 2019 Exhibitor Preview: Bolger & O’Hearn

FALL RIVER, Mass. — February 21, 2019 — Bolger & O’Hearn Inc. Specialty Chemicals, (B&O) will showcase DSM Resins, introduce its new corporate website and continue launching B&O’s new “Stormproof/Breathable” durable water repellent, OmniBloq™,  at Techtextil NA 2019.  The media and public are invited to visit Bolger & O’Hearn in Booth 1635 to learn more.

Techtextil NA 2019 takes place at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, N.C., February 26-28, 2019.

In September of 2018, Bolger & O’Hearn entered an exclusive agreement to represent DSM Coating Resins in the United States. DSM is a leading provider of innovative resins for sustainable coatings systems, including waterborne resins for the textile and related markets. DSM’s high performance polyurethane and acrylic systems provide lamination ability, abrasion resistance, fire retardance, moisture transmission and several other value-added properties to textiles.

In addition to the standard DSM textile product line, Bolger & O’Hearn will also provide fully customized and formulated coatings, finishes and adhesives based on the DSM product technology. You can learn more about B&O’s exclusive agreement with DSM Coating Resins on the B&O website.

“We’re excited to promote our new distribution relationship with DSM to the Techtextil audience,” said Shaun O’Hearn, president of Bolger & O’Hearn. “Techtextil is an ideal venue to discuss DSM’s textile coating products. We’re also looking forward to discussing industrial applications for our powerful new Stormproof DWR, OmniBloq.”

Applied to textiles at the mill, Stormproof/Breathable OmniBloq delivers highly durable, water repellence that does not compromise fabric hand, product design or fabric breathability.

An ideal DWR against even the harshest rainstorms and squalls, OmniBloq has been engineered to keep the rain off without the bulk or stiffness of a laminate. OmniBloq is also recyclable, non-PFOA and provides protection against oil and stains. End applications include stormproof outdoor apparel, such as with Flylow Gear ski wear, workwear, boat covers, awnings and any other textile that needs heightened DWR protection.

Bolger & O’Hearn is also launching a new corporate website at Techtextil. Introduced In January, the new website provides a comprehensive look at their products, sustainability programs and Innovation Lab.

Known for innovation and the highest quality standards, Bolger & O’Hearn frequently develops new chemical products for customers and can turn most requests over quickly. Many of their products use the most environmentally-compliant materials and technologies available. Most are water-based, and Bolger & O’Hearn strives to continually improve the health, safety and environmental profiles of the chemistries they develop for the industries they serve.

Posted February 21, 2019

Source: Bolger & O’Hearn

INVISTA And The Shanghai Chemical Industry Park Sign Memorandum Of Cooperation For China ADN Plant — A Key Ingredient In The Production Of Nylon 6,6

SHANGHAI — February 20, 2019 — Representatives from INVISTA and the Shanghai Chemical Industry Park (SCIP) signed a memorandum of cooperation at a ceremony today in Shanghai.

In attendance were Wu Qing, vice mayor of the Shanghai Municipal Government; Chen Mingbo, deputy secretary general of the Shanghai Municipal government and director general of the Shanghai Economy Informatization Commission; Ma Jing, director general of the Shanghai Chemical Industrial Park Administration Commission; and Jeff Gentry, chairman and CEO for INVISTA.

Engineering for a 400,000-ton adiponitrile (ADN) plant is underway at an estimated investment in excess of $1 billion (7 billion RMB). With support of the local authorities, we expect construction to start in 2020, and startup is expected to begin by 2022.

“With this memorandum of cooperation and a commitment to work toward an investment agreement, we are pleased to be taking the next step toward finalizing the investment and its location,” said Jeff Gentry, INVISTA chairman and CEO.

“Shanghai is an attractive location in part due to the benefits of integrating the new facility into our existing HMD and polymer plants at SCIP. Furthermore, the cooperation and support we’ve received from the Shanghai government and SCIP to advance this project give us confidence that we can work together to meet future milestones.”

According to the memorandum of cooperation, INVISTA will advance its internal decision-making process for the project with strong support from the Shanghai government and SCIP, including commitment to intellectual property protections and joint efforts to execute an investment agreement.

ADN is the key ingredient in the production of nylon 6,6, a versatile polymer used in many applications that improve people’s quality of life. Applications include engineered plastics, automotive airbag fabric, high-performance coatings and specialty apparel fibers.

Posted February 20, 2019

Source: INVISTA

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