CARSON, Calif. — September 10, 2018 — Epson America Inc. today announced the opening of the Epson Technology Center in Carson, Calif. The Epson Technology Center will showcase unique Epson printing solutions and applications, while providing a comprehensive, hands-on experience for customers and dealers with the full Epson wide-format printing portfolio, including dye-sublimation, signage, photography, and direct-to-garment printing solutions.
“Whether new to Epson technology or expanding their current offerings, this Technology Center provides an outstanding opportunity for customers and dealers to experience the capabilities of Epson professional imaging technology in a single location,” said Andreas Goehring, director, Professional Imaging, Epson America. “We know that purchasing new imaging hardware is a major investment, and this Technology Center will allow customers to experience our latest technologies using their own files, helping them to make a more informed purchase.”
In addition to the Epson Technology Center, Epson will be working with dealers to launch Epson Certified Solution Centers in key metropolitan areas later this year. The Certified Solution Centers will provide potential customers with a closer look at Epson’s award-winning professional imaging technology, the opportunity to engage with product experts, and run test print samples using their own files.
The new Carson Epson Technology Center will give customers and dealers a deeper look into how to expand their services and improve workflow with Epson solutions, including the SureColor F-Series dye-sublimation and direct-to-garment printers for textile applications; the SureColor® T-Series wireless technical printers; SureColor P-Series aqueous printers for photography, proofing and graphic design; and the SureColor S-Series solvent printers for signage, vehicle graphics and fine art reproduction.
In addition to Epson’s professional imaging products, the Technology Center also includes factory automated robots and color label solutions.
Vidalia Denim reports it has secured initial funding to begin a yarn and fabric operation in Vidalia, La. The company plans to employ more than 300 full-time people in a 900,000-square-foot facility once fully operational. Production is destined for the North American market, and commercial operation is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2019.
The plant will feature efficient, next-generation indigo dyeing technology, which reduces total water usage by more than 60 percent compared to legacy mills. In addition, the company will exclusively use e3 sustainable cotton in its operations, which will be sourced from across the U.S. farm belt from farmers participating in the e3 sustainable cotton program. According to Vidalia Denim, Wrangler is interested in developing fabrics for its 2019 collection.
“We are excited about this project, especially the unique and innovative technology that we will be introducing to North America,” said Dan Thompson, executive vice president of Operations, Vidalia Denim.
Monroe, N.C.-based Goulston Technologies Inc. recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate an investment and expansion that will add 54,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space. Phase one of the expansion is a $7 million new building; phase 2, which will begin as soon as phase one is complete, will focus on manufacturing, blending, bulk chemicals storage and utilities.
Total investment for the project is estimated at approximately $27 million.
“This investment will allow us to streamline and automate some of our manufacturing processes so that we remain a competitive player in the global chemical markets,” said Fred Edwards, president and COO, Goulston.
Textile-Based Delivery Inc. (TexDel), Conover, N.C., reports it has received a $1 million award from Cambridge, Mass.-based Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) to advance the scale-up of its patented Nufabrx® technology for controlled delivery of active ingredients using textiles. According to Jordan Schindler, TexDel’s founder, Nufabrx incorporates active ingredients such as vitamins, supplements or medicines into fibers including polyester and nylon.
“We believe clothing will care for your body in entirely new ways,” said Schindler, CEO, TexDel. “Rather than applying a cream, taking a pill or using a patch, you’ll simply need to get dressed. This new opportunity with AFFOA and the Department of Defense introduces our technology into a new category of clothing that meets the health and wellness needs of consumers and our armed forces.”
“An important part of AFFOA’s mission is to foster entrepreneurial companies that are designing innovative solutions to existing consumer needs,” said Yoel Fink, CEO, AFFOA. “We are excited to support TexDel in their quest to scale materials releasing fiber for consumer and Department of Defense applications.”
In other TexDel news, Nufabrx nylon infused with capsaicin and a man-made cooling agent is featured in the new SensationWool sock introduced recently by Greenville, S.C.-based Kentwool. The Nufabrx technology paired with Kentwool’s superfine Merino wool offers a combination of warming and cooling ingredients and can provide temporary relief of foot-related aches and pains. Kentwool reports the pain management features are lab-tested to last for 30 wash cycles.
“Kentwool socks were born out of a desire to keep customers comfortable, helping them to pursue the activities that they love with less pain and more enjoyment,” said Lauren Hubbard, president of Kentwool Performance Apparel. “The SensationWool is an extension of that commitment to comfort, taking the proven performance properties of wool and coupling them with the power of Nufabrx technology.”
Paris-based Tarkett S.A. reports it has signed an agreement to acquire 100-percent of Dalton, Ga.-based Lexmark Carpet Mills, a producer of carpet primarily for the hospitality sector. Lexmark realized sales of approximately $120 million in 2017, and employs 460 people. The acquisition will be financed through an existing credit facility and is expected to be complete by the end of the year, subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.
“The acquisition of Lexmark will position Tarkett as one of the leaders in the hospitality segment for carpets in North America,” said Glen Morrison, CEO, Tarkett. “We will be able to further strengthen Lexmark’s offering in this segment as they will have access to Tarkett’s broader product portfolio. We will also leverage Tarkett’s global presence to enhance Lexmark’s positioning with key accounts worldwide.”
“We are very excited to join Tarkett with whom we share the same vision and entrepreneurial values, as well as a strong commitment to servicing customers with solutions designed to meet a wide range of needs,” said Paul Cleary, CEO, Lexmark.
Exhibitor space for the sixth edition of the combined ITMA Asia + CITME show is sold out, and organizers are expecting large numbers of visitors.
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ITMA Asia + CITME will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) in Shanghai October 15-19, 2018. After a February date-change announcement because of a Chinese national initiative affecting all scheduled events at the NECC in October, event owners — the European Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association (CEMATEX) — and China-based partners — the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT-Tex); China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA); and China Exhibition Centre Group Corp. (CIEC) are preparing for a sold-out show.
The event is organized by the Beijing Textile Machinery Exhibition Co. Ltd. and co-organized by ITMA Services. In addition, the Japan Textile Machinery Association (JTMA) is a special partner of the show.
An initial overwhelming response from exhibitors for the 2018 edition prompted organizers to book additional space in the North Hall of the NECC, and the sector allocation plan was revised to accommodate additional exhibitors.
“We had a long waiting list for space by the deadline for applications,” said Wang Shutian, CTMA president. “Therefore, we made the decision to book the additional space available in the venue.”
“We are delighted that the combined exhibition has continued to garner strong interest,” said Fritz P. Mayer, president, CEMATEX. “It proves that our exhibition is the industry-leading platform in Asia for textile machinery manufacturers to showcase a wide spectrum of cutting-edge solutions.”
In 2018, Chinese exhibitors have booked the largest area of floor space, followed by exhibitors from Germany, Italy, Japan and Switzerland. Spinning machinery is the largest exhibitor sector followed by finishing and dyeing, knitting, weaving and nonwovens.
The owners report the positive response from exhibitors is bolstered by “China’s ongoing strategic push for innovation to enhance the global competitiveness of Chinese textile and other industry sectors under the government’s 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020).”
“Interest in the combined show remains extremely strong, especially from Chinese textile machinery manufacturers,” added Shutian. “As China’s textile industry continues its transformation, the demand for advanced machinery and technology is on the rise.”
Stäubli will have two booths at ITMA Asia + CITME to separate its weaving and knitting technologies.
Registration Now Open, Early Bird Pricing Available
In 2018, ITMA Asia + CITME will offer:
a showcase of cutting-edge solutions;
strong support from all major global trade associations;
approximately 100,000 visitors from all sectors of the global textile industry; and
more than 1,700 exhibitors covering some 170,000 square meters of exhibition space.
Stringent controls also will be in place to protect the intellectual property of exhibitors.
The exhibits will be arranged using the following categories:
Spinning, weaving and texturing;
Nonwovens;
Braiding;
Research and innovation;
Weaving;
Knitting and hosiery;
Garment making and embroidery;
Printing;
Equipment for plant ops, logistics, services for textile industry, software and testing; and
Colorants, chemicals, finishing and recycling.
In 2016, despite some controversy within the industry about the organizer’s decision to run on a biennial schedule rather than an expected four-year cycle, ITMA Asia + CITME welcomed 1,673 exhibitors from 28 economies and registered more than 100,000 visitors from 102 countries and regions.
Visitors to the 2018 show may purchase a badge until September 30 at an early bird rate of 60 renminbi for a five-day pass, and 30 renminbi for a single-day badge. After September 30, prices rise to 100 and 50 renminbi respectively. Once purchased, visitors may print their own badge to save time and avoid registration lines during the show.
October 15-18, the show floor is open to visitors from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.; and on October 19, the show is open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
“We are looking forward to welcoming large numbers of visitors from both inside and outside of China to the combined show, and we would like to encourage our visitors to plan their trip early and purchase their badge online now to beat the onsite queues,” Mayer said. “Registering ahead of time on the show website provides visitors with useful information for preparing their trip and finding out the details on the exhibitors.”
For more information about ITMA Asia + CITME 2018, visit itmaasia.com or citme.com.cn.
Interview With AATCC Executive Vice President Brian François
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Earlier this year, the Board of Directors of the Research Triangle Park, N.C.-based American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) approved the hiring of Brian C. François as the new AATCC executive vice president. François succeeded long-time leader Jack Daniels upon his retirement in March 2018.
François has an extensive background in textiles. He joined Pulcra Chemicals Group — formerly Cognis Corp. and Henkel Textile Technology — as senior sales representative in 1992, and held a variety of both national and international positions with the company, most recently as CEO.
“His knowledge of the consumer apparel end-use market, global textile industry, and experience in expanding businesses into new geographical areas will be a great benefit to AATCC,” reported the organization when it announced François’ appointment. “François has been an active member of AATCC for more than 25 years and served for several years as chair of the Committee on Conferences, and as chair of the Olney Awards Committee. He was a voting member of the Wet Processing Machinery Committee and currently is a non-voting member of the Preparation Test Methods Committee. He also served on the Awards Oversight Committee.”
Recently, Textile World had the opportunity to catch up with François and hear his views on his new position, the opportunities and challenges facing the AATCC as well as the textile industry at large.
Textile World: Congratulations on your new opportunity with AATCC. What are your initial impressions of your new role?
François: The transition to AATCC has gone quite well. AATCC has a highly experienced staff and an energetic and engaged volunteer base. They have all been welcoming and encouraging during the transition. Jack Daniels and the board did a great job in guiding AATCC and leaving the association in a strong financial position. This has allowed me the time and freedom to spend time learning more about AATCC’s role in our industry.
TW: The AATCC has a rich history in the textile industry. What are the stand-out opportunities for the future of the AATCC?
François: I believe that AATCC is a unique association in an industry with many different associations. The membership of AATCC is very broad and includes students, researchers, product and fabric designers, colorists, dye and chemicals suppliers, manufacturers, quality control as well as merchandisers and retailers. One of our biggest opportunities is educating the textile supply chain about all that AATCC has to offer its members.
TW: Many in the industry equate the image of the AATCC with quality and quality control, is that an accurate perception?
François: There is no doubt that AATCC has a strength in quality control. Our test methods are used around the world for helping the industry speak a common language when it comes to standards. What is unique about the test methods from AATCC is that all our members have the opportunity to participate in the process of developing and refining current and future test methods. It was just recently that I fully understood how unique that is. Our members are passionate and dedicated to developing our methods. I would like to see more of our industry get involved in the process. The more participation we have from all parts of the industry, the more robust our test methods will be.
AATCC hosts an annual International Conference that allows its members to network and learn.
TW : AATCC test methods and standards are important on a global scale. What is on the horizon in this area that will impact the industry?
François: With the ever-changing political climate we face today, it is hard to say what will be the next “big” area. The two areas where the most activity is happening for new test methods are in microplastic shedding detection and electronically-integrated textiles — sometimes known as wearables. With all that is happening in these two areas and the speed of change in these areas, it will be critical to develop standard test methods to set baselines and allow for comparisons as new technologies come along.
TW: Many AATCC members were introduced to the association while students at various textile schools. What is the current status of the student chapters?
François: One of the areas of strength for AATCC is the work our team is doing with students. We currently have more than 25 active student chapters. This represents more than 400 students, with more universities expressing interest. AATCC conducts several student competitions — including two design competitions, a merchandising competition, and a student paper and presentation competition — and with the AATCC Foundation having just awarded more than 15 scholarships and graduate fellowships, we want to continue to engage more and more students.
TW: What are the benefits of individual and corporate membership?
François: As an individual member of AATCC, you have the right to participate in all AATCC activities. A member can participate in various committees and can be a voting member of up to three test method committees, but can participate in as many as they want. With the annual membership comes a subscription to the award-winning AATCC magazine, the online peer-reviewed journal, the bimonthly e-newsletter, access to the EBSCO Textile Complete database and AATCC article archive, and discounted rates for other publications as well as discounts to conferences and other educational programs. Additionally, they can access some books and monographs that AATCC has made available as free downloads to members. Members also can schedule time to use the AATCC laboratories, and we have conference rooms and a Member’s Office at our Technical Center that are available for members to use if they need them.
One of the newest benefits to members is access to more than 100 years of American Dyestuff Reporter. It is amazing the amount of information available in those issues. Those are the tangible benefits. The most valuable benefit is the access to such a large and knowledgeable cross section of experienced industry professionals when we gather for committee meetings or our annual technical conference.
The benefits of a corporate membership depend on the level of membership. Each corporate membership comes with the right of a company to name individual members — from 2 to 10. The corporation controls these memberships and unlike an individual membership they can be transferred in case there is a role change within a company. Each corporate member also receives a copy of the AATCC Technical Manual. Corporate members are also able to send any member of their company to AATCC conferences and educational programs at member rates. Corporate members get unlimited listings at AATCC’s Textile Jobsite, and the opportunity to have AATCC host a white paper that the company would like to share with others in the industry.
And of course, we welcome corporate members — and all members — to write articles for our e-newsletter and posts in the AATCC Blog! In addition, corporate members receive discounted advertising rates for the AATCC website and magazine. The AATCC Foundation also has a specific scholarship for the children of corporate member employees — this isn’t limited to the designated individual members; it is available to children of any employee of a corporate member.
As a former executive of a member company, there are two benefits that I believe a corporation receives that are not listed in our benefits. The first is that employees of a company feel empowered to participate and benefit from all that AATCC has to offer when they perceive that they are being supported by the management of a company. I believe that corporate membership is a sign to them that they are being supported. It was one of the reasons I supported our membership in AATCC as well as other industry associations. The second benefit is that participation in industry association improves the ability of employees to solve problems. The connections they make across the industry gives them relationships with contacts they may not have known and allows then to ask more questions and learn from experts to whom they are exposed through the activities of the association. As a company executive those two benefits are difficult to measure, but are invaluable to a company.
TW: What are the largest challenges facing the AATCC going forward, and how will the association respond?
François: Like many associations and companies, I believe the biggest challenge facing AATCC is engaging the next generation of leaders and helping to pass along the knowledge from the senior members of our association. At AATCC, our staff and members have been actively working to engage the next generation of our industry and we will continue to try to find new ways of making this happen.
TW: What emphasis do you maintain on the AATCC scholarships and endowment?
François: Our leadership worked to set up our charitable Foundation more than 20 years ago. It was done in some ways with a low-key effort to grow. With the generous nature of some of our past presidents and officers, as well as a few other charitable foundations, we now have a great base on which to grow our scholarships. We have several fully endowed scholarships and we are currently working on a campaign to increase the number of endowed scholarships. We just completed the scholarships and fellowships for 2018-19 school year. It was the largest level of scholarships we have ever granted.
I believe the number is 15 or 16 with a total value of more than $75,000.
With the 100th anniversary of our association fast approaching (2021), we would like to see the endowed annual scholarship grow to more than $100,000 each year. This will require that we raise an additional $500,000 over the next three years. We will be promoting this opportunity to our members in the coming months.
TW: Going forward, what is your vision for the AATCC and how will that impact individual and corporate members?
François: As I mentioned, I believe that AATCC is in a unique place in the industry. We are able to connect almost the entire supply chain. I would like to increase our exposure to the executives in our industry, so they can better understand what AATCC can do to help their individual organizations. Our test methods are the core of what we do as an association and those test methods allow us the opportunity to be a connecting point for our industry. We need to continue to use our unique position to offer more educational and networking opportunities for our members.
TW: Do you have any closing thoughts to share with readers?
François: Being new to this role, I am doing all that I can to observe and learn. I welcome any questions and feedback from our members and anyone else in our industry. If there are ideas that anyone has as to how AATCC can better serve the textile industry, I would love to hear from them.
U.S. Federal agency EXIM offers financial products that empower U.S. companies to compete with foreign competitors and win more international sales.
By James Burrows
Textile and apparel companies across the United States are benefiting from exporting; it’s a great means of boosting the bottom line and growing a business. According to the Washington-based National Council of Textile Organizations, the United States’ exports of textiles and apparel accounted for $28.6 billion worth of economic activity in 2017.
Exports have played a major role in pulling the U.S. economy out of recession, and it’s not just the major corporations that benefitted. The U.S. Department of Commerce reports small and medium-sized businesses with fewer than 500 employees represent almost 98 percent of U.S. exporters.
Exporting offers plenty of benefits and opportunities, including:
Accessing more consumers and businesses — If a company is only doing business domestically, it may be limiting its potential profits by not expanding worldwide. It can also help in offloading excess production.
Lowering unit costs — Exports help to put idle production capacity to work and improve efficiency.
Spreading risk through geographic diversification — Exporting has parallels to a stock portfolio. When the domestic economy falters, the company may rely on other growing markets. Exporting can also minimize the effect of seasonal sales and prolong the sales cycle.
Expanding the lifecycle of mature products — If the U.S. market is saturated with a company’s products, they can be sold in other parts of the world.
Savvy and strategic managers in the textile industry are boosting revenue by targeting the 95 percent of world consumers living outside the United States. They sell their wares across the North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) areas, as well as in Asian and European markets.
While exporting is not new, many small businesses and corporate executives are still reluctant to sell overseas, or may be selling to just one or two markets they are comfortable with. Oftentimes, this is because exporting is perceived to be too burdensome or risky. Naturally, there are some complexities that come from exporting, including financial risk. Since there is little recourse for American exporters if overseas customers do not pay for goods already shipped, it is easy to understand why getting paid is the primary concern of U.S. companies selling goods and services into international markets. The good news is that help is available.
Selling On Open Account
There is an excellent solution to this concern of buyer nonpayment: the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). EXIM, a U.S. federal government agency, offers financial products that empower U.S. companies to compete with foreign competitors — many of whom have similar backing by their home governments — and win more international sales.
EXIM’s export credit insurance is a popular product among U.S. exporters. The insurance policy protects foreign accounts receivable generated by the sale of goods and services from U.S.-based companies to international customers. The policy covers up to 95 percent of the sales invoice against nonpayment due to commercial — bankruptcy and protracted default for example — and political — such as war or insurgency — risks.
Export credit insurance also improves textile companies’ competitiveness in the world market. While many American exporting companies resort to cash in advance to avoid nonpayment risk, most foreign competitors are able to offer open account credit terms, which are significantly more attractive to potential buyers. They expect credit terms and companies that are unable to extend credit may lose out on valuable opportunities.
Export credit insurance empowers U.S. businesses to negotiate credit terms — typically in 30, 60 or 90 days — with foreign buyers up front, which is a powerful marketing tool and can be the competitive edge that wins deals. EXIM can cover a company’s entire portfolio of customers or a single buyer.
In addition to reducing the risk of nonpayment and offering open account credit terms to foreign buyers, EXIM’s export credit insurance can enhance a company’s borrowing capacity by assigning now secured foreign receivables to a lender, improving liquidity and easing cash flow constraints.
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Between 2015 and 2017, EXIM has supported more than $253 million in exports of U.S. textiles and apparel to international markets, ensuring that American textile and apparel products can be worn around the world.
The agency’s support is available to businesses of all sizes. In fact, small businesses comprise 91 percent of EXIM’s total authorizations, and no transaction is too small.
Textile and apparel companies have used EXIM insurance to a great effect.
Above: Marc Cabot (left), founder of Cabot Hosiery, and father of Ric Cabot (right), founder of Darn Tough Vermont — a company using EXIM’s export insurance program. Photograph courtesy of Darn Tough.
Northfield, Vt.-based Darn Tough Vermont, a Cabot Hosiery Mills brand, already was exporting and offering its distributors 30-day open account credit terms, but two things were on their minds — inklings of potential problems with payment from one international source, and an upcoming trade conference to discuss deals with new distributors.
With the protection of EXIM’s export credit insurance, Darn Tough Vermont representatives were able to negotiate payment terms with new international distributors, secure in the knowledge that the receivables were insured against nonpayment and covered for commercial and political risks. In addition, export credit insurance bought the management team peace of mind, knowing they had decreased the risk of payment problems from a potentially shaky partner.
“Thanks to EXIM’s excellent export insurance program, Darn Tough Vermont is well on its way to achieving its goal of worldwide brand recognition and substantial growth in international markets,” said Steve Kelley, Darn Tough CFO.
Right: Fashion brands use Supima cotton yarns produced by Buhler Quality Yarns Corp. in their garments. Buhler uses EXIM’s export credit insurance to sell on open account credit terms and protect itself from the risks associated with selling yarns to emerging markets in Central America. Photograph courtesy of Buhler.
Jefferson, Ga.-based Buhler Quality Yarns Corp. sells cotton yarns to Central America, and its product can be found in Lacoste™ polo shirts, T-shirts, and other clothing. The company needed to find other avenues of providing payment terms to new companies beyond requiring cash in advance. EXIM export credit insurance allowed the company to sell on open account credit terms and cover the risks in emerging markets. “EXIM allows us flexibility to go after business in international markets,” said David Sasso, International sales manager, Buhler Quality Yarns Corp. “EXIM understands companies and empowers them to have continued growth.”
Ben Kaufman Sales Co. a distributor of towels and apparel to Caribbean countries, also has benefitted from EXIM support. With an EXIM export credit insurance policy, Ben Kaufman Sales mitigated the risk of nonpayment and eased the company’s initial concern about expanding into riskier international markets. Its foreign accounts are protected from potential losses that could result from an international business deal gone awry. As a result, exports now account for 20 percent of the company’s sales.
EXIM can help companies of all sizes boost sales while protecting financial assets. Contact EXIM to learn more.
Editor’s note: James Burrows is EXIM’s senior vice president, Office of Small Business. He has more than 30 years of professional experience in both the public and private sectors of the financial services industry, including commercial banking, retail banking and investment banking. For more information, visit exim.gov or e-mail exporthelp@exim.gov.
Grover, N.C.-based Uniquetex LLC — a joint venture between Foshan Nanhai Beautiful Nonwoven Co. Ltd., and Chaolong Textile Machinery Co. Ltd., both based in China — reports it has installed its first two spunmelt lines, which are capable of producing more than 10,000 tons of spunbond/spunbond (SS) and spunbond/meltblown/spunbond (SMS) fabrics and composite materials. The company provides industrial, home furnishing, packaging, medical and hygiene markets with 100-percent Made in USA nonwoven goods.
“Uniquetex has its own spunmelt technology that can offer finer fiber denier extrusion for superior softness and great comfort to meet the market demand, especially in the hygiene and medical markets,” said Dwight Fillers, vice president of sales, Uniquetex. “Our nonwoven technology also provides us with the flexibility and a cost-effective way to make and customize elastic nonwovens. Combined with the company’s two parent companies’ technical expertise and integrated nonwoven manufacturing experience, we are confident in establishing Uniquetex in the global market for a bright future.”
Trevira GmbH and imat-uve GmbH, both based in Germany, have partnered to develop 3D flat knitting technology for automotive interiors. According to the companies, the process pairs “innovative yarn technologies with cutting-edge connection and finishing techniques” to create anatomically contoured seat covers and trim components. By using a single knitting process instead of multiple, a manufacturer can reduce production and materials costs and eliminate cut-and-sew steps.
“The development company imat-uve came up with a new breakthrough technology, while here at Trevira, we contributed our own recycled yarns and a new low-melt yarn we’ve developed based on synthetic fibers, which provides a stabilizing effect,” said Thomas Rademacher, head of development at Trevira.
“The 3-D flat knitting technology doesn’t just make it possible to save time and money on production,” added Hans Peter Schlegelmilch, CEO, imat-uve’s CEO. “It also opens up a whole new world of personalization for end consumers.”
