Chevron Phillips Chemical Names James Becker Vice President Polymers And Sustainability

THE WOODLANDS, Texas — August 9, 2018 — Chevron Phillips Chemical Co. LLC announced today that James (Jim) Becker, currently vice president, Polymers, will assume an additional role to shape the company’s sustainability strategy. As vice president, Polymers and Sustainability, Becker assumes senior executive responsibility at Chevron Phillips Chemical for overseeing the company’s emerging sustainability strategy.

“Developing a comprehensive, global sustainability strategy is imperative for our company and our industry,” said Mark Lashier, president and CEO. “We have partnered with organizations across the globe to ensure that our facilities and employees act in an environmentally responsible manner at all times. We likewise want our products used and disposed of properly and look forward to the many contributions we can make to bolster sustainability efforts here in the United States and around the world.”

In his new capacity, Becker will coordinate Chevron Phillips Chemical’s commercial and technical resources to focus on internal sustainability achievements while also identifying and collaborating with industry groups, NGOs and others to provide leadership and innovative sustainability solutions for global concerns including plastics in the environment.

“From new product development, to sustainable practices within our facilities, we want to be on the forefront of advances that enrich lives and care for our environment,” said Becker. “Chevron Phillips Chemical is in growth mode and with growth comes the responsibility to do everything we can to help foster a culture of sustainability with our own employees, while seeking to partner with organizations around the world devoted to developing sustainability solutions,” Becker concluded.

Becker began his career with Chevron in 1980. He previously served as the Asia Region manager and managing director of Chevron Phillips Singapore Chemicals, before becoming the executive president, Saudi Polymers Company LLC. Prior to his position as vice president, Polymers, he served as the vice president, Specialties. Becker also currently sits on the Board of Directors of American Styrenics LLC.

Posted August 9, 2018

Source: Chevron Phillips Chemical

ITMA Asia + CITME 2018 Exhibitor Preview: BMSvision

KORTRIJK, Belgium — August 9, 2018 — BMSvision will be exhibiting at ITMA ASIA 2018 in Shanghai, focusing on Industry 4.0 and smart textile manufacturing.

Through intelligent wireless networking of all production equipment in the mill, the BMSvision Manufacturing Execution System (MES) turns the huge amount of data originating from various production machines and processes into meaningful information for managers. The BMSvision MES suite for the textile industry includes software modules for real-time monitoring, reporting, scheduling, preventive maintenance, fabric inspection and traceability. The Management Dashboard allows the combined presentation of data from these different software modules into one single web based report showing important KPIs at a glance. As such, the manager can have all information related to efficiencies, quality and energy consumption displayed in real-time in one single screen, either on PC, tablet or smartphone.

ITMA ASIA will also see the premiere of two new BMSvision products: MyMES and Argus. MyMES is an App available for both Android and iOS devices and includes a cockpit and an alert module. The cockpit shows the KPIs and most important production data of the plant while the alert module highlights problem areas that need immediate attention.

With its Cyclops system, BMSvision has been a pioneer in the field of on loom quality control for weaving mills. With its new product Argus, BMSvision again pushes the boundaries of automatic on loom inspection. For the first time ever, a system capable of inspecting unicolor jacquard fabrics is now available for weavers of top quality products, such as OPW airbags, mattress ticking…

BMSvision looks forward to welcoming its customers and any mill planning its next steps into smart manufacturing on its stand C16 in the weaving hall H3.

Posted August 9, 2018

Source: BMSvision

ANDRITZ Highlights Its State-Of-The-Art Technologies At CINTE 2018

GRAZ, Austria — August 9, 2018 — International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production processes and textile finishing technologies at CINTE 2018, to be held in the Shanghai New International Expo Center, China, from September 4-6, 2018 (Hall N1, booth C02). As one of the global market leaders in advanced technologies for drylaid, spunjet, thermobonding, wetlaid, and converting processes for absorbent hygiene products, Andritz offers reliable and unique solutions tailored to each customer’s individual needs.

ANDRITZ (China) ltd. wuxi branch – the RIGHT partner for the asian nonwovens industry

The Chinese nonwoven market is on the rise in terms of capacity and excellent roll good quality, serving both local and international markets. Andritz (China) Ltd. Wuxi Branch, China, is an experienced competence center for production, service, and R&D especially geared to fit the Asian nonwovens industry. It designs and manufactures cutting-edge nonwoven machines to complement the Andritz aXcess product range, designed with focus on the Asian markets.

Andritz has built up the Wuxi facility on a par with European standards to better serve nonwovens producers and respond to customers’ requests promptly with top-end quality products. The Andritz Wuxi branch is now optimally structured to focus on increasing efficiency and decreasing delivery time. Trained by European experts, the local project management team benefits from top-level expertise and the design department can make use of the most advanced software. A new service organization has been set up to enhance prompt delivery and provide excellent customer support.

The facility’s proximity to customers ensures a full range of services, including a roll service center with state-of-the-art grinding equipment and a test stand for various kinds of rolls. This is why all roll types can be repaired, reconditioned, and upgraded there on the spot.

Andritz axcess product range for medium-capacity production

As an all-round partner for the nonwovens industry, Andritz has developed the nonwoven aXcess range especially suited to the demands of producers with medium-capacity requirements, particularly in the emerging markets. The Andritz aXcess portfolio includes lines and individual machines for air-through bonding, needlepunch, spunlace, wetlaid, and calendering processes, making it the ideal product for entering the nonwoven market with medium-capacity production.

The latest development in this segment, the neXline wetlaid aXcess devised for low to medium-capacity production, offers added value for producers. Compact lines make shipment easy, and they also fit perfectly into containers so that transport is fast. An operator-friendly configuration and versatile design ensures efficient and on-the-spot production at affordable investment costs.

Come and visit the Andritz booth C02 in Hall N1, where our team of experts looks forward to answering any queries you may have.

Posted August 9, 2018

Source: ANDRITZ

TRSA’s 26th Annual MMI: Enhance Skills, Pick Up Effective, Efficient Maintenance Practices

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — August 9, 2018 — Improve skills in overall management with a variety of workshops and panels crafted to enable the formation of effective, efficient maintenance practices. TRSA’s 26th Annual Maintenance Management Institute (MMI), set September 26-28 in Philadelphia, is the destination for engineers, maintenance and plant managers and GMs who want to stay at the top of their games. MMI classes, combined with peer interaction, will balance discussions of technical knowledge with exploration of management and leadership styles.

Maintenance engineers continue to be one the most difficult positions to recruit, train and retain, but a great resource for these roles come from the military. Keynote presenter Lisa Rosser will explore the possible untapped sources of leadership that already exist in each plant: maintenance managers. Rosser is CEO and founder of The Value of a Veteran. Using her 22-year military career and experience in operations, performance management, recruiting, staffing, training and skills development, she’ll outline 10 leadership traits that the military experience instills and how those apply directly to maintenance managers.

Workshop presenters are experts from the linen, uniform and facility services industry who know the everyday issues in keeping laundries running. Session topics include:

  • Demystifying Downtime
  • Leak Detection – Types and Repairs
  • Teamwork in Production and Maintenance
  • Workplace Safety: Reducing Slip-and-Fall Hazards

This year’s MMI includes a facilitated forum of experienced colleagues responsible for multi plant operations who provide take-away tactics to improve preventive maintenance and generate significant bottom line savings:

  • Ian Bigelow, Compass One Healthcare
  • Charles Hawkins, Brady Linen Services LLC
  • Mark Smeraldi, Morgan Services Inc.
  • Scott Voss, Aramark

MMI’s plant tours will feature the Philadelphia-area laundries of Clean Rental Uniforms and Clemens Uniform Rental with a follow-up debriefing with plant management.

A final facilitated open forum will enable participants to participate in a Q&A of the topics covered during MMI, allowing for interaction with TRSA’s MMI task force, top industry managers who will serve as panelists. Participants can submit their topics on their registration forms, or at the event (any time before this session) and ask questions during the session.

Facility maintenance teams will realize a great ROI in travel and registration by attending the TRSA Production Summit, which precedes MMI in the same hotel (Embassy Suites Philadelphia Airport) Sept. 25-26.  Early registration discounts are available through Aug. 17.

Posted August 9, 2018

Source: TRSA

CEO Of Everlane Joins Leading Retail Executives From Eileen Fisher, Levi’s, And Athleta At ReMode

NEW YORK CITY — August 9, 2018 — ReMode, an event for disruptive and sustainable fashion, announced today that Michael Preysman, founder and CEO of Everlane, will be joining a lineup of more than 100 of the best minds in fashion at ReMode. The conference will be held in downtown Los Angeles, November 13-14 at the LACC.

ReMode features some of the most innovative minds in the fashion industry. In addition to Michael Preysman, other industry executives confirmed to speak include: Andréa Mallard, CMO of Athleta; Paul Dillinger, vice president of Product Innovation of Levi Strauss & Co.; Jeff Carvalho, managing director NA of Highsnobiety; Amy Hall, director of Social Consciousness of Eileen Fisher; Adam Taubenfligel, creative director & Head of Sustainability of Triarchy; Karla Gallardo, co-founder and CEO of Cuyana; Anu Bhardwaj, founder of Women Investing in Women and Lawrence Lanihan, co-founder and co-CEO of Resonance.

A full list of the confirmed 100+ speakers is available at ReMode.com and also includes: Joey Zwillinger, co-founder and co-CEO of Allbirds; Mary Renner Beech, CMO of Kate Spade; Rati Sahi, chief merchant of The RealReal; and Bob Lamey, co-founder of Shopbop.

ReMode will collaborate with the Conscious Fashion Campaign and the United Nations Office for Partnerships to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as part of a larger partnership with UBM Fashion that will include activities at Coterie and at the United Nations General Assembly 73rd Session SDG Media Zone in September.

The initiative aims to harness the power of retailers, media and celebrities to embrace impact driven fashion brands to create positive change and drive conscious consumerism. Supported by the United Nations Office for Partnerships, the Conscious Fashion Campaign drives awareness and advocacy to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all.

ReMode has also officially launched its Hosted Buyer Program and is inviting qualifying decision makers from established fashion brands and direct-to-consumer fashion startups to apply at ReMode.com. In exchange for participating in eight valuable 10-minute meetings with innovative ReMode exhibitors, participants will receive: a complimentary pass, access to all sessions, workshops, and networking events, as well as a travel and hotel allowance.

“We launched ReMode to redefine the industry narrative and catalyze a positive transformation for brands to operate more responsibly on all fronts — socially, ethically, and environmentally. With an impeccable lineup of thought leaders spanning innovation, sustainability, and finance ReMode will provide fashion decision makers the ideas, solutions, and contacts that will enable them to thrive,” said Pierre-Nicolas Hurstel, founder of ReMode.

ReMode is the first event to bring together innovators across the entire value chain of the fashion industry to share ideas, find practical solutions and forge new connections. Event programming will address relevant topics such as Omnichannel Marketing, Traceability and the Role of Blockchain in Fashion, Sustainable Sourcing, Waste as a Resource and how AI and Big Data are changing fashion.

“This is an incredible opportunity to rethink how we do fashion – how we design it, produce it, discard it and remake it. I can’t wait to drink in the energy and be inspired!” said Amy Hall, director of Social Consciousness of Eileen Fisher.

Posted August 9, 2018

Source: ReMode

ITMA Asia + CITME 2018 Exhibitor Preview: Thies Gmbh & Co. KG

COESFELD, Germany — August 8, 2018 — Thies GmbH & Co. KG concentrates on sustainable product solutions and focuses on the development of innovative, intelligent and integrated concepts for yarn and fabric dyeing. Founded in 1892, the family company combines many years of commercial, product and application experience.

This time Thies Textilmaschinen will present the established and successful iCone yarn dyeing machine. This machine consolidates highest ecological standards with technological intelligence to achieve tremendous savings in water and electrical consumption. The 2018 version incorporates various new detail improvements, many of them developed in response to suggestions from customers and users.

The construction of the iCone is based upon the worldwide established eco-bloc series of Thies, but involves innovative new technologies. Its newly designed ‘pump bloc’ system allows dyeing with an ultra-short liquor ration. Depending on the carry-over of the material, liquor rations of 1:3,6 in partially flooded vessels are performable in practice. Improved rinsing functions allow the reduction of the after-treatment times. Moreover, the new flow converter design enables the adjustment of the flow reversal, namely from inside to outside and from outside to inside.

iCone has been specifically developed to meet the requirements of stringent international and local environmental protection regulations with simultaneous consideration of its economic efficiency.

Posted August 8, 2018

Source: Thies GmbH & Co. KG

September Philly Production Summit — Planning Skills, Problem Solving And Plant Tours

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — August 7, 2018 — TRSA’s twice-yearly Production Summit and Plant Tours series continues September 25-26 in Philadelphia with participants benefiting from Agape Leadership LLC founder and author Eric Papp’s keynote on planning skills and problem solving. Papp will offer strategies to counteract the reactionary “fireman” management pitfall and put attendees on the path to strategic problem solving and long-term planning.

Summit general sessions and breakouts offer the latest in management, safety and technology covering these subjects:

  • Developing Quality-Assurance Processes to Improve Production;
  • Implementing an Effective Ergonomics Program;
  • Improving Mat-Processing Efficiencies;
  • Plant and Route Handheld Technologies; and
  • Preventing Spontaneous Combustion/Fires.

Relevant presentations combined with lessons learned from plant tours enable attendees to improve everyday production management decisions immediately following Summit participation. In addition to the general and breakout sessions, an interactive panel will discuss equipment innovations in plant design and renovations against the delicate balance of budgeting for plant upgrades and minimum wage increases.

Summit plant tours will feature the Philadelphia-area laundries Clean Rental Uniforms and Clemens Uniform Rental:

  • Clean Rental Uniforms processes 15,000 pounds each day, and folds and individually bags 2,000-4,000 poly garments each week, using side-load washers and gas-fired dryers, and a gas heated steam finishing tunnel.
  • Clemens Uniform Rental, in the suburb of Lansdale, was renovated and reopened in fall 2017. Processing 22,000 pounds per day, it features a fully-automated wash aisle, ceramic-filtration water reuse system and ironer with combo folder and napkin stacker.

The Production Summit and Plant Tours series maximizes participants’ continuing collaboration with experienced professionals from TRSA member companies, the industry’s most productive and profitable organizations. Those who attended and evaluated the February 2018 Summit provided a 76 Net Promoter Score (NPS). NPS measures attendees’ willingness to recommend the event; 50 is considered “excellent.”

Facility maintenance teams will receive a great ROI with travel and registration by attending both the summit and TRSA’s 26th Annual Maintenance Management Institute (www.trsa.org/mmi), which immediately follows in the same hotel (Embassy Suites Philadelphia Airport) Sept. 26-28.  Early registration discounts are available through Aug. 17.

Posted August 7, 2018

Source: TRSA

HanesBrands Recognized As One Of Most-Admired Companies In Central America And The Caribbean

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — August 7, 2018 — Forbes magazine has recognized HanesBrands as one of the most-admired companies in Central America and the Caribbean. Hanes is the only apparel company included in the region’s inaugural ranking.

To identify and select the 30 most-admired companies, Forbes conducted a survey with stakeholders, students and consumers in seven countries. The survey evaluated company attributes, including brand value; reputation; quality of products and services; environmental commitment; innovation; corporate image; female inclusion; local and global presence; and social responsibility.

“HanesBrands is honored to be recognized for our operations, which have a direct and positive impact on our employees and their families, as well as the communities where we conduct business,” said Javier Chacon, chief global manufacturing operations officer for HanesBrands. “But, most of all, we are incredibly proud of the 30,000-plus employees in our Central America and Caribbean operations who ultimately are responsible for our stellar performance in the region for 45 years.”

Unlike most companies in the apparel industry, Hanes primarily manufactures its garments in company-owned plants in 20 countries across the globe, including in the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Honduras and Puerto Rico. The company’s supply chain operations have earned multiple awards and international acclaim, including:

  • Being named one of the 25 best multinational companies to work for in Latin America by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2015 – the first such ranking for any apparel manufacturer.
  • Earning the Honduran Foundation for Corporate Social Responsibility Seal for eight consecutive years and the Mexican Center for Philanthropy Award five times for socially responsible practices and programs.
  • Receiving a 2016 Responsible Business Award for best employee engagement from The Ethical Corp. Hanes’ innovative Viviendo Verde (Green for Good) philanthropic program, which operates in Central America and the Dominican Republic, mobilizes three of Hanes’ corporate social responsibility pillars – environmental commitment, employee volunteerism and community improvement.

The program utilizes savings from energy-management and landfill-diversion efforts to fund community projects focused on education, health, environmental protection and disaster relief that are conducted by employee volunteers. Since 2010, more than 15,000 Hanes employees have donated 600,000 hours to complete 70 projects supported by $4 million in company funding. Projects have included school and hospital refurbishments, medical clinics, clean water projects, tree plantings and beach cleanups.

Posted August 7, 2018

Source: HanesBrands Inc.

Interface Completes Acquisition Of Nora Systems

ATLANTA — August 7, 2018 — Interface Inc., a global commercial flooring company and worldwide leader in sustainability, today closed its previously announced acquisition of nora systems via a stock purchase transaction valued at approximately $400 million. Nora is a global leader in performance flooring and worldwide share leader in the rubber flooring category, and was previously majority owned by investment firm Intermediate Capital Group (ICG).

This acquisition expands Interface’s fast growing resilient flooring portfolio and advances its strategy to serve customers in high-growth segments such as healthcare, life sciences, education and transportation. Rubber flooring is ideal for applications that require hygienic, safe flooring with strong chemical resistance. Additionally, it is extremely durable compared to other flooring alternatives.

Nora is considered the leading premium brand in its category, and its rubber flooring products complement Interface’s existing portfolio of modular carpet tile and LVT products. Moving forward, Interface will continue to offer rubber flooring under the nora® brand name.

“We expect the nora acquisition to accelerate our value creation strategy and drive positive results for all of our key stakeholders,” said Jay Gould, Interface CEO. “We are eager to start working with our new nora colleagues to better serve our customers. Together we can deliver a wider range of options that meet our customers’ requirements in different commercial applications, helping Interface and our customers to win in the marketplace.”

The nora acquisition is expected to be accretive to Interface’s adjusted earnings per share, beginning in the third quarter. Nora is anticipated to increase the company’s Adjusted EPS, a non-GAAP measure, $0.03 to $0.06 in 2018, and $0.15 to $0.20 in 2019.

“We are pleased to deliver an accretive acquisition while maintaining a very manageable net debt leverage ratio,” said Bruce Hausmann, Interface CFO. “At the same time, as we announced previously, we are financing the nora transaction with debt by amending and extending our existing credit facility which effectively refinances all of Interface’s debt at lower rates while extending maturity dates out for five years. This is a fantastic outcome.”

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Interface provides adjusted earnings per share as additional information regarding its projected operating results in this press release. These measures are not in accordance with – or alternatives to – GAAP, and may be different from non-GAAP EPS and other non-GAAP measures used by other companies. Adjusted EPS excludes certain transaction costs and purchase accounting related amortization related to the nora acquisition. This news release should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K furnished today to the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, which explains why Interface believes presentation of these non-GAAP measures provides useful information to investors, as well as any additional material purposes for which Interface uses these non-GAAP measures.

Interface at this time cannot reasonably quantify the GAAP basis impact of the nora transaction to earnings per share without unreasonable efforts, as such calculations are highly dependent upon the the nature of the purchase price accounting adjustments and their impacts going forward. While the ultimate effect of the transaction on Interface’s future GAAP EPS cannot be predicted at this time for the reasons stated, we expect that for 2018 and 2019 the effect of the transaction will be negative to our GAAP EPS.

Posted August 7, 2018

Source: Interface Inc.

Techtextil North America Names North Carolina State University’s College Of Textiles The First Ever Official Academic Partner For 2019 Edition

ATLANTA — August 6, 2018 — North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles, located minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center in downtown Raleigh, serves as a hub for textile research and development and as a primary supplier to the industry talent pipeline nationwide. The college is internationally renowned as a leader in the field of textile education and innovation, and through industry collaboration, aims to be the global leader in textile public-private partnerships.

“We are thrilled about this new endeavor and our first ever official academic partnership with North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles,” said Kristy Meade, show director, Technical Shows: Textiles, Sewn Products, Equipment and Technology, at Messe Frankfurt North America. “Our goal has always been to create a unique experience for all who visit, and Techtextil North America is where professionals from across industries come to cultivate business relationships and learn about the latest developments, technologies and trends hitting the textile industry. Through our collaboration, Techtextil North America 2019 will serve as a direct link between innovators of industry and the next generation of textile professionals, and we hope to create an engaging environment that sparks new ideas, partnerships, and industry growth.”

The multi-faceted partnership aims to benefit the university, the city of Raleigh, and the North American textile industry in a myriad of ways:

  • Utilize expertise from the College’s world-renowned faculty and staff to provide top of the line educational opportunities for all Techtextil North America attendees
  • Provide exhibiting and visiting companies with direct access to the latest research coming from the world’s leading textile institution
  • Gain exposure for the College’s undergraduate and graduate research programs and their industry contributions through special feature areas on the Techtextil North America show floor
  • Facilitate future careers and strategic partnerships through collaboration with the College’s Career Fair (Feb. 28) and show attendees
  • Shine a spotlight on the high level of global innovation and industry development coming from all levels of the North American Textile Industry

“The College of Textiles at NC State University is proud to be the first academic partner for Techtextil North America,” said Dr. David Hinks, dean and Cone Mills professor of Textile Chemistry, College of Textiles at NC State University. “Throughout our 119-year journey our College has been committed to catalyzing growth and innovation across the entire textiles enterprise. Our world-renowned faculty and staff recruit and prepare the future leaders of our industry, conduct applied research and development, inspire entrepreneurs and provide comprehensive professional education and workforce development that attracts new investment locally and nationally. We are also committed to knowledge transfer and inspiring collaboration. Our partnership with Techtextil North America is an ideal way to achieve our joint goal of advancing the textile industry.”

The College of Textiles offers unparalleled hands-on, science-based textile education through two departments, Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management and Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science.

Textiles faculty have established groundbreaking interdisciplinary centers and institutes: The Nonwovens Institute and the Textile Protection and Comfort Center. The Zeis Textiles Extension department meets a high-demand for professional training and fabrication and testing services by offering programs for entrepreneurs and start-up companies as well as multinational corporations.

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI), also located on the NC State campus, has experienced remarkable growth, opening a new 40,000-sq.ft. facility in 2017 for SpunMelt and Hydroentangling.

While NC State continues to be a driving force of economic development in North Carolina, the state leads the nation in manufacturing of textile

yarns and fabrics. In the past two years, companies from around the world have begun or expanded operations in rural North Carolina, bringing hundreds of new jobs and investing more than $100 million — largely due to access to superior textiles education, research and development, as well as proximity to the best textiles workforce in the nation: College of Textiles graduates.

Posted August 6, 2018

Source: Messe Frankfurt

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