INDOCHINO Overhauls The Classics And Reinvents The Chino

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — August 14, 2018 — INDOCHINO is making an adventurous and refreshing leap forward and launching its Fall/Winter 2018 Collection today. Then on September 5, the company is broadening its product range beyond formalwear to include casual clothing, in particular made to measure chinos plus a refreshed selection of custom overcoats.

“Expanding into new product categories is something our customers have been waiting for,” said Drew Green, president and CEO, INDOCHINO. “We’ve spent years perfecting the made to measure suit and shirt experience by innovating our platform, our products and our differentiated direct to consumer omni-channel approach. Now, beginning with men’s chinos, we’re advancing our ability to disrupt the entire apparel industry and make perfectly fitted, personalized custom apparel the de facto choice across all categories.”

Fall/Winter 2018

INDOCHINO’s Fall/Winter 2018 Collection takes inspiration from the fall British countryside and channels the spirit of the English gent while imbuing it with a dash of North American cool.

This season’s color palette reflects the rich natural colours found in rural England such as dark forest greens, earthy browns, bold charcoals, rich burgundy’s, wild plums, and deep wintry navy’s and blues. Warm materials and raw textures — 100% wool, flannel, tweed and brushed fabrics — all evoke the heritage influence. Classic tweed, windowpane, herringbone, houndstooth, checks, stripes and micropatterns are richer now and pack more attitude than traditional designs. The resulting look feels fresh and effortlessly self-assured.

Suits are available from $399 USD/$529 CAD and shirts from $79 USD/$99 CAD.

INDOchinos

Chinos originated 120 years ago as part of a British/French military uniform — designed to be simple, durable, comfortable and camouflaged in earthy tones. Fast forward to recent times and this fashion classic has changed very little. Until now.

As with all INDOCHINO garments, INDOchinos are tailored for the perfect fit and customizable to suit any personal taste and style. This versatile wardrobe staple is available in four colors—khaki, olive, black and navy. INDOchinos will be available from September 5th, 2018 at an introductory price for $79 USD/$99 CAD.

Overcoats

INDOCHINO has revamped its selection of overcoats just in time for fall, with real consideration for style and the changing climate. Comprised of a luxurious wool/cashmere blend, they offer a soft and comfortable feel without compromising on a great look. Available in single or double-breasted, with customization options including buttons, lining and monograms. Color choices include navy, teal, black, burgundy, gray and camel. Overcoats will be available from September 5th, 2018 for $399 USD/$529 CAD.

“This collection is the icing on the cake following a busy summer of retail expansion,” continued Green. “Last week, we celebrated the launch of our 30th showroom, this time in Columbus, Ohio. Today, we opened a second Chicago location after the success of our first store in the city, which opened just last summer. I am incredibly excited for what the future holds and to continue to introduce more men to custom apparel.”

INDOCHINO has opened 12 stores so far in 2018 and plans to end the year opening five more for a total of 36 showrooms. These include Newport Beach, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Madison Avenue, NY, all launching in September.

Posted August 14, 2018

Source INDOCHINO

INDA Announces Finalists For RISE® Innovation Award: Creative And Unique Solutions In Research, Innovation & Science For Engineered Fabrics

CARY, N.C. — August 14, 2018 — Three finalists will present breakthrough innovative solutions as they compete for the prestigious RISE® Innovation Award during the eighth edition of the Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference, (RISE®) September 11-13, 2018, at the Raleigh Marriott City Center, in Raleigh, N.C.  The award recognizes innovation within and on the periphery of the nonwovens industry that creatively uses advanced science and engineering principles to solve challenges within the nonwovens and engineered fabrics industry.

Meet the Finalists for the 2018 RISE® Innovation Award:

DiviDiaper — Developed by parents of an infant needing multiple surgeries, the Dividiaper contains an inside divider that separates liquid and solid contents within the diaper. The divider also contains a reinforced hole in the middle, where a catheter can easily be withdrawn. The product prevents and reduces urinary tract infections, catheter and associated infections, and pressure sores according to the company. — DiviDiaper Inc.

Evolon® New Generation – Bedding Application — The Evolon® New Generation is a new line of high-tech textiles made from super-microfilaments for top-quality bed linen with premium appearance and performance. Manufacturers will appreciate easy process properties including nonfraying edges that eliminate the need to hem the product. The product can be dyed, printed, and sewn like any other textile.  Evolon® New Generation’s key bedding applications include anti-mite encasements, duvet covers, pillowcases, down-proof linen, and fiber-filled products. — Freudenberg Performance Materials

Suominen Intelligent Nonwovens™ — Suominen Intelligent Nonwovens make it possible to embed digital features into Suominen nonwovens for product traceability and safety. It also provides brands with a new sophisticated marketing tool. Suominen Intelligent Nonwovens™ use high definition patterning that is machine-readable by any conventional smart phone and allow for any digital content to be activated. — Suominen Corporation

Professionals in the nonwoven/engineered fabrics industry who are charged with finding new ideas to help grow their businesses will vote for the recipient of the 2018 RISE® Innovation Award, following afternoon presentations by each of the finalists on Tuesday September 11. The winner will be named Thursday September 13.

The three finalists were selected by industry technical experts and members of INDA’s Technical Advisory Board. In 2017, the RISE® Innovation Award was presented to Club Coffee LP for PurPod100™ Compostable Pods, for their certified 100 percent compostable pod for single-serve coffee process.

The Conference program will cover these relevant industry topics: Bio-Innovation in Nonwovens, U.S. Economic Outlook in Nonwovens, E-Standards & Regulations, Lightweighting, Material Science Developments, Microfibers in the Marine Environment, Medical Nonwoven Developments, Battery Separator Technology Developments, Web Formation Technology, and Industry Trends.

“The RISE Conference embraces INDA’s mission to stimulate and recognize innovation.  Forward-thinking technical professionals will find new approaches and concepts to resolve material science challenges. For Technology Scouts and New Product Innovators this will truly be an event not to be missed,” says Dave Rousse, INDA’s President..

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Reebok Releases First Iteration Of Revolutionary Plant-Based Footwear

BOSTON, Mass. — August 14, 2018 — Today, global fitness brand Reebok launched the first product from its highly-anticipated “Cotton + Corn” sustainable products initiative, which was announced last year.

The Cotton + Corn program aims to produce footwear with “things that grow” in order to create sustainable products. The sneaker, the NPC UK Cotton + Corn, is constructed from an upper made of 100-percent cotton, and a corn-based sole. The shoe has insoles that are derived from castor bean oil and comes in packaging that is 100-percent recycled.

“Most athletic footwear is made using petroleum to create synthetic rubber and foam cushioning systems,” said Bill McInnis, head of Reebok Future. “With 20 billion pairs of shoes made every year, this is not a sustainable way of making footwear. At Reebok, we thought ‘what if we start with materials that grow, and use plants rather than oil-based materials?’ By using sustainable resources as our foundation, and then through ongoing testing and development, we were able to create a plant-based sneaker that performs and feels like any other shoe.”

“The NPC UK Cotton + Corn is the only footwear product on the market that has been certified as containing 75 percent USDA certified biobased content,” said McInnis. “And this is just the start for us. We are on an ongoing path to create a different type of footwear – so that you can feel good about what you’re wearing and where it came from.”

The NPC UK Cotton + Corn will retail for $95 and will be available from August 14 in limited quantities, exclusively on Reebok.com/us/CottonandCorn.

For the Cotton + Corn initiative, Reebok partnered with DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products, a leading manufacturer of high-performance biobased solutions. DuPont Tate & Lyle has developed Susterra® propanediol, a pure, petroleum-free, non-toxic product that contains 100-percent USDA certified biobased content, derived from field corn. Susterra propanediol is used to create the sole of the NPC UK Cotton + Corn footwear.

The Reebok Future team is Reebok’s innovation department dedicated to creating new technologies, ideas, techniques and prototypes.

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products

Hyosung Features Creora® Fit² With Performance And Creora® Eco-Soft For Sustainability At Bluezone Munich Fabric Start

SEOUL, South Korea — August 14, 2018 — HYOSUNG will launch the newest collection of creora® Fit2 fabrics with enhanced performance features for smart denim. Hyosung will also showcase creora eco-soft, low heat set spandex for sustainability and the latest in denim silhouettes

creora Fit2 technology was developed to meet consumer demand for second skin fit with 360 degree comfort. The technology capitalizes on superior heat setting performance of creora eco-soft low heat set spandex for 4-way stretch development with reduced shrinkage and better recovery.

“For 2019-2020, we see sustainability and performance as key trends in the denim market, along with new garment designs,” said Mike Simko, global marketing director. “We offer creora eco-soft low heat set spandex for sustainability as less energy is required in finishing and it can be used in for new styling options. Smart denim, with the addition of functional yarns for enhanced performance is of interest for added value to the consumer.”

Hyosung will introduce new creorad Fit2 4-way stretch with Mipan® aqua-X and askin cooling technology. For enhanced durability, they will also introduce Mipan robic high tenacity nylon for better tear resistance and tensile strength.

Also featured is low heat set, creora eco-soft fiber, an energy saving spandex which can be used in woven as well as knit denim constructions. It is the ideal spandex to use in combination with other sustainable fibers such as organic cotton and Tencel® lyocell for softness and lighter weight fabrics.

Visit creora® Hyosung in Bluezone, Munich Fabric Start, Stand A09  Hall 7

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: Hyosung Corp.

A Sell-Out — ITMA 2019 Gearing Up For A Vibrant Showcase

BRUSSELS/SINGAPORE — August 14, 2018 — The world’s leading textile and garment technology exhibition, ITMA 2019 is gearing up for another vibrant showcase of the latest trends, technologies and materials. Exhibition space was fully booked by the application deadline and the organizing team has been busy allocating space to successful applicants.

Fritz P. Mayer, president of CEMATEX, said: “The response for ITMA 2019 is so overwhelming that we have not been able to meet the demand for space despite adding two more exhibition halls. ITMA is a show for the industry, by the industry. Hence, we are of the opinion that ITMA should feature a wide spectrum of cutting-edge solutions from as many solutions providers as possible, whether established or new-to-market.”

Charles Beauduin, chairman of ITMA Services, which organizes ITMA 2019, elaborated: “As an international platform, our priority is to accommodate as many eligible applicants as possible to participate in the exhibition. It is heartening that the CEMATEX associations are supportive of this approach. Currently, we were only able to accommodate some 1,660 exhibitors from 47 countries on the show floor. We have to put many applicants on the waiting list.”

Federico Pellegata, director of ACIMIT (Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers), commented, “We understand the space constraints and appreciate that the organizing team’s priority is to try to maximize the admission of companies so that ITMA 2019 can be a more vibrant and trendsetting platform that will benefit the entire industry.”

One of the top sectors in terms of space applied is spinning. An established name in the sector at every ITMA edition is Murata Machinery. It will be highlighting its latest range of spinning machinery. President and CEO Daisuke Murata, said: “ITMA has been a very important international exhibition for us, especially as a platform to launch our brand new machines with unique technologies. A bigger showcase with more exhibitors, including new companies at ITMA, will attract higher interest and appeal to a wider audience. There will also be greater opportunities for collaborations within the industry.”

An exciting sector at ITMA 2019 is printing. Previously part of the finishing sector, printing as a standalone chapter has garnered very strong interest as the industry embraces digital transformation. The number of exhibitors in the printing and inks sector has jumped some 30 percent from ITMA 2015.

Dick Joustra, CEO, SPGPrints Group, said: “Digitalisation is having a tremendous impact in the textile and garment industry, and the true extent of its influence can be seen not only in textile printing companies, but throughout the value chain. Brand owners and designers are able to use opportunities, like ITMA 2019, to see how the versatility of digital printing can transform their operations. As a total supplier in conventional and digital textile printing, we see ITMA as an important marketplace to show our latest technologies.”

Besides printing, another sector that is undergoing vast transformation and rapid development is the garment making sector. Previously labor-intensive, the garment industry now sees a gamut of solutions utilizing artificial intelligence, robotics, vision systems and other advanced automation.

As the textile and garment industry trends towards an integrated manufacturing value chain, many new-to-ITMA solutions providers have been attracted to take part in ITMA 2019; some of them have chosen to co-locate their booths with their industry partners to offer integrated solutions to buyers. Among the new applicants are Borsoi, Bullmer, Card Clothing & Services, Han’s Yueming Laser, Juki, Serkon Tekstil and SoftWear Automation.

Successful ITMA 2019 applicants will be receiving their certificate of admission and details of their booth space this month.

To be held from June 20-26, 2019, the show will now occupy all nine exhibition halls at Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via venue. As a result of the expansion, changes have been made to the sector allocation plan.

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: CEMATEX and ITMA Services

Gerber Welcomes Fusalp To Their Digital Solutions Family With The Implementation Of YuniquePLM

TOLLAND, Conn. — August 14, 2018 — Gerber Technology announced today that Créations Fusalp™ has chosen YuniquePLM® to power the company from design to production giving it ‘one version of the truth’ while managing their products’ lifecycles. “We found that Gerber’s YuniquePLM was the most robust system to effectively deliver data from our creative team through to production of the garments,” said Sophie Duflos and Odile Renard, both drivers of the supply chain at Fusalp.

Since 1952, Fusalp has been developing and clothing both ski enthusiasts and Olympic champions with fashionable and functional outerwear. The company was founded by tailors who created the first “fuseau” des Alpes, in reference to the famous skiing spindle. Ever since, Fusalp has been drawing dynamic silhouettes to create slender lines allying technicality and performance without compromising on style and comfort. Since 2014, the new owners have very clearly created a new dynamic and have made highly-favorable decisions to support the expansion of Fusalp. That expansion illustrates itself through the repositioning of the brand on the fashion market and the extension of their product range from sportswear to urban and fashion wear which has required a performing PLM solution.

Créations Fusalp has begun their digital journey with Gerber’s product lifecycle software YuniquePLM, designed to enhance data connectivity from the creative’s team Adobe® Illustrator through to their ERP systems. The availability of YuniquePLM on the Cloud was a contributing factor to Fusalp’s decision, while enabling their team to streamline their workflow and to support the company’s growth.

Fusalp will also be integrating Gerber’s AccuMark® software with YuniquePLM, to improve efficiency and gain better control of its pattern grading and marker data.

“The Gerber team was extremely helpful, and we appreciated how they brought so many ideas to the table while we were evaluating our options,” continued Sophie.

“We are excited to add such an iconic brand to the Gerber family,” said Bill Brewster, vice president and general manager, enterprise software solutions for Gerber Technology. “Enabling connectivity to support companies with seeing their version of the truth in one place is the goal of our software innovations.”

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: Gerber Technology

Huntsman Textile Effects Names New Global Vice President Of Research & Technology

SINGAPORE — August 14, 2018 — Huntsman Textile Effects is pleased to announce the appointment of Rajiv Banavali as its new global vice president of Research and Technology, effective August 10. Banavali will join the Textile Effects senior management as part of its global leadership team and will report directly to Rohit Aggarwal, president, Textile Effects.

Banavali joins Huntsman from Honeywell International where he held several research and development leadership roles including his most recent, as vice president, chief technology officer, with its Advanced Materials division. He has more than 20 years’ experience in the development and execution of R&D strategies and the advancement of innovation platforms for both product and process technology roadmaps. Banavali has proven success in leading large, global research organizations in the development and commercialization of technologies in the area of specialty chemicals, both at Honeywell and at his previous employer, Rohm & Haas.

“As the global textiles industry transitions to new business models in an increasingly competitive and tightly regulated environment, it is now more important than ever that Huntsman Textile Effects remains innovative, flexible and close to our customers. We are extremely pleased to have in Rajiv, a highly experienced candidate with a global outlook and an acute commercial acumen, to lead a critical area of our business, focusing on advancing our sustainability agenda while progressing the research and innovation of our product portfolio,” said Rohit Aggarwal.

Banavali holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Missouri. He will be based in Singapore and will relocate from New Jersey.

Banavali succeeds Sarada Namhata who is retiring after five years in the role.

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: Huntsman Textile Effects

Early Tufting Apparatus On Shaw Industries’ Corporate Campus Designated A Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark

DALTON, Ga. — August 14, 2018 — Shaw Industries Group Inc., recently hosted The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) to celebrate the designation of a mechanical engineering and flooring industry landmark on the leading flooring solutions provider’s corporate campus.

The original Moench tufting apparatus, located in a gallery of significant industry artifacts at Shaw’s Dalton, Ga., headquarters, was designated as a historic mechanical engineering landmark due to the mechanization and speed it brought to the early fabric tufting process; it is credited with spurring the growth of carpet manufacturing in Georgia. The device joins 265 others across the world that ASME recognizes as having social, economic and technological significance.

“The Moench tufting apparatus played a role in the growth of the textile industry in Georgia,” stated Said Jahanmir, president of ASME. “The device is a significant piece of the industrial heritage of America’s South and worthy to receive landmark status.”

Introduced in 1928 by Ernest J. Moench, the machine features a durable needle that punched loops of thick fabric through a web of backing material to create carpet. The tufting device used a drive shaft and other moving parts in conjunction with the puncturing needle to apply tufts to a heavy backing, and a blade sheared loops. According to ASME, descendants of the Moench tufting device today produce more than 75 percent of U.S.-manufactured carpet.

“Innovation is at the core of Shaw Industries, and we are proud to display Moench’s tufting system due to the enormous impact it has had on the flooring industry,” said Jay Henry, Shaw Industries’ director of innovation and operations support. “We thank ASME for their help in recognizing Mr. Moench and Shaw with this prestigious designation.”

ShawMoench
(left to right): Mary Lynn Reallf, ASME governor; Mark Poteet, chair, ASME Chattanooga section; Jay Henry, director of innovation and operations support, Shaw Industries; Robert Gagliano, past chair, ASME Chattanooga section; Terry Reynolds, ASME history and heritage vice-chair; Reginald Vachon, ASME past president; Melissa Mondello, nominator; Elisabeth Deeb, chair, ASME Atlanta section; Turner Plunkett, vice president – supply chain, Shaw Industries.

Posted August 14, 2018

Source: Shaw Industries

Goulston Technologies Inc. Celebrates Expansion With New Investment In Specialty Chemical Manufacturing

MONROE, N.C. — August 13, 2018 — Goulston Technologies Inc. held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, August 13, 2018, to kick off a recently announced expansion in Monroe, N.C. The new expansion will add 54,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space. This space will be used to house new chemical manufacturing and blending equipment, additional bulk chemical storage and some specialty manufacturing.

Phase 1 of the project is the construction of the new building and will cost almost $7 million. Phase 1 is projected to be complete in July 2019. Phases 2 and 3 include manufacturing, blending, bulk chemical storage and utilities that are expected to require additional capital investment of almost $20 million. Phase 2 will begin as soon as Phase 1 is complete.

Goulston remains a leader in the highly technical field of surface modification. Fred Edwards, president & COO, stated, “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.” Approximately 55 percent of Goulston’s production is exported to more than 40 countries.

In fact, Goulston exports represent 2.5 percent of the total chemical exports from the Charlotte MSA (which includes three S.C. counties). Total chemical exports for this region are approximately $2 billion.

Representatives of the City of Monroe, Union County and local economic development were on hand to help with this celebration of American manufacturing expansion.

Goulston Technologies is a specialty chemical manufacturer and formulator with sales in the USA and exports to more than 40 countries. Its products are used in the manufacture and processing of synthetic fibers, plastics and films.

Posted August 13, 2018

Source: Goulston Technologies

Perry Ellis International Enters Into A New Licensing Agreement With Fashion Footwear For Havanera

MIAMI — August 13, 2018 — Perry Ellis International Inc. announced today that it has entered into a new license agreement with Fashion Footwear LLC granting rights to design and distribute Havanera™ flip flops and casual footwear for men, women, boys and girls in the U.S. and Canada. Targeted distribution will include department and specialty stores as well as military exchanges and e-commerce with an expected launch in Spring 2019.

Havanera is a Latin-inspired brand, blending nostalgic allure and contemporary design. We’ve gone back to our roots, taking authentic design inspiration from the traditional Guayabera and translated the look into relaxed, sophisticated apparel and accessories ideal for a casual lifestyle.

“We look forward to working with Fashion Footwear, LLC and offering attractive and stylish tropical product for our customers while continuing to expand our global reach,” commented Oscar Feldenkreis, CEO and President of Perry Ellis International.

Fashion Footwear President Morris Abraham added: “We are delighted to partner with Perry Ellis International to extend our brand portfolio to include Havanera, a premier, tropical lifestyle brand. We intend to capture the energy and excitement of Havana in our assortment of flip flops and casual footwear for the whole family.”

Posted August 13, 2018

Source: Perry Ellis International Inc.

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