Twinery Announces PHOENIX Active Heating Technology For Activewear, Apparel And Other Soft Goods

LAS VEGAS — January 8, 2018 — Twinery, the innovation arm of 30-year-old global manufacturing company MAS Holdings, today announces PHOENIX, an active heating technology that puts the user in control of his micro-climate. Twinery is designing and developing groundbreaking solutions for activewear, apparel and other soft goods to solve real problems that humans face, like being outside in extreme temperatures.

The new Phoenix technology seamlessly integrates into all kinds of soft goods and apparel. For anyone living in a cold weather climate, a lightweight heated jacket can transform your life — not having to add or remove layers when traveling in and out of heated spaces, such as trains and shops, for example. Phoenix has a controller that lets you decide how warm you want to be at any time. There are four temperature settings — mild, warm, very warm, super snug — and the rechargeable battery lasts for up to three hours. It is then easily recharged with a wall power unit, just like your mobile phone.

The patent-pending heating technology promises both knitted and printed heating technologies that are either embedded into fabric or conductive wires that are insulated to make the garment completely machine washable. Twinery is at the forefront of material technology and created Phoenix to provide the first completely washable, super lightweight, cost-efficient and reliable active heating solution that is completely seamless (integrated directly into the apparel itself). The technology is not even visible to the naked eye.

“At Twinery, we want to help people live better lives,” said Nathan Sivagananathan, Chief Growth Officer at Twinery. “We are solving the annoyances that humans face which interfere with daily routines. With Phoenix, we are tackling the cold by revolutionizing the heating industry to give people the flexibility to create their own personal micro-climate. By integrating on-demand technology into clothing, people don’t have to compromise fashion. We welcome the idea of partnerships with brands in the outdoor, performance and lifestyle space.”

Phoenix technology can be integrated into a range of heated products across the apparel, soft goods, home furnishing and industrial sectors.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Twinery

Dominion Energy Adds 81 Megawatts Of Clean Energy To South Carolina’s Electric Grid

RICHMOND, Va. — December 29, 2017 — Dominion Energy today announced that two South Carolina solar energy projects — including the largest such project in the Palmetto State — have entered service.

“Dominion Energy is pleased to bring this additional clean, solar energy to South Carolina,” said Paul D. Koonce, president and CEO of the company’s Power Generation Group. “We are happy to provide South Carolina Electric & Gas additional renewable resources and help an excellent corporate citizen in Solvay reduce its carbon intensity.”

The company’s 71.4-megawatt Solvay Solar Energy-Jasper County, S.C., facility — located near Ridgeland, S.C. — came online on Dec. 21, 2017. It has a long-term power purchase agreement with SCE&G. Solvay — an international chemicals and advanced materials company with U.S. sites, among others, in Charleston, Greenville, Piedmont, Rock Hill and Spartanburg — is purchasing all of the associated renewable energy credits (RECs) for 15 years.

Dominion Energy’s 10-megawatt Ridgeland Solar project, which began commercial operations on May 28, 2017, has both a PPA and REC agreement with SCE&G. The two projects created about 200 temporary construction jobs.

Richmond, Va.-based Dominion Energy brought online 466 megawatts of solar generating capacity in 2017 in California, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The company invested more than $900 million in those projects, which can serve nearly 120,000 homes and businesses in the four states.

Dominion Energy is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy, with a portfolio of approximately 25,600 megawatts of generation, 15,000 miles of natural gas transmission, gathering and storage pipeline, and 6,600 miles of electric transmission lines. Dominion Energy operates one of the nation’s largest natural gas storage systems with 1 trillion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves more than 6 million utility and retail energy customers

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Dominion Energy

Ricoh Unveils Newest Direct-To-Garment Printer To Help Businesses Thrive In Today’s Digital, On-Demand World

LAS VEGAS — January 8, 2018 — Today, Ricoh unveiled a compact, affordable Direct to Garment (DTG) printer that empowers users to quickly and easily produce high-quality applications on a variety of fabrics. The RICOH Ri 100 fits easily on desks and counters, combining with its ease-of-use to make it a perfect fit for environments not traditionally dedicated to print, such as souvenir shops and small businesses. As many organizations and individuals seek ways to expand their portfolios or enhance brand loyalty, the Ricoh Ri 100 is a cost-effective way to achieve these goals.

“As Ricoh continues to invest in the industrial print market, we do so with one goal in mind — to make it easier for our customers to grow their businesses,” said John Fulena, vice president, Commercial and Industrial Printing Business Group, Ricoh USA Inc. “The Ricoh Ri 100 fits perfectly into that mission: it’s affordable; it’s easy to use; it works fast to produce quality, unique applications.”

Businesses, municipalities and other organizations have long recognized the impact of branded t-shirts, canvas bags, pillows and other fabrics, but questions around cost, customization and control have prevented many from taking advantage. The Ricoh Ri 100 eliminates those concerns by putting the power of DTG printing directly in the hands of these organizations while allowing for cost-effective one-off and short run prints to help supply meet demand. Users can choose between ready-out-of-the-box Ricoh Design Software to create and print designs or an RPCS driver, which allows users to create designs with their preferred software of their choice before printing.

Additionally, the Ricoh Ri 100 is bundled with an intuitive heating system that removes wrinkles from fabric, creating a smooth surface for printing, and then cures the ink after, helping to fix the design in place for long lasting, colorfast prints. The heating unit was designed with simplicity and safety in mind, helping those new to DTG printing easily produce a finished product.

The Ricoh Ri 100 joins the RICOH Ri 3000/Ri 6000 printers in building upon Ricoh and AnaJet’s (a Ricoh company) history of fast, high-quality garment printing. It prints up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi in vivid mode, leveraging Ricoh’s industry standard-setting printheads and modular drop-size technology.

“Over the years, our customers have asked for an affordable, low risk way to enter the DTG market and we’re proud to be the first to answer that question at a price point that is unmatched today,” said Karl Tipre, CEO of AnaJet. “Like our Ricoh colleagues, our commitment to our customers is to help them reach their business goals. The Ricoh Ri 100 does just that, and at a much lower cost than traditional DTG printers, helping them come to market even quicker.”

MSRP for the Ricoh Ri 100, heating unit, software and other accessories will be less than $5,000, significantly lower than that of traditional DTG printers. Further, Ricoh’s ink costs are among the lowest in the industry, helping to keep total cost of ownership low, as well.

The Ricoh Ri 100 will become available in the U.S. in Spring 2018 and is on display at CES in booth 42964, January 9-12, 2018.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Ricoh

Adient Unveils Innovative Seating Solutions For New Mobility Vehicles At The North American International Auto Show 2018

DETROIT — January 8, 2018 — Everyone seems to be talking about new forms of mobility. Automotive seating supplier Adient is doing more than talk about megatrends such as autonomous driving, car sharing and electromobility.

The company will showcase its future mobility solutions at the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) January 15-18 at Detroit’s Cobo Center.

“The automotive industry is on the cusp of a fundamental disruption,” said Bruce McDonald, Adient’s Chairman and CEO. “Autonomous vehicles, car-and ride-sharing call for bold new solutions to address safety, comfort and convenience in an autonomous interior. With our world-class capabilities, we are ready to provide the next generation of advanced vehicle seating systems,”

To address the trends driving this change in mobility, Adient will present its AI18 interior seating concept for urban, electrically powered and autonomous vehicles (Level 3 to 4) at NAIAS. This innovative new seating concept flexibly adapts to the requirements of different users and is especially well-suited to mobility alternatives such as car sharing.

In addition to the AI18 concept, Adient will showcase its industry-leading solutions in the following areas:

  • Strong value and cost of ownership — Driving efficiency through lightweighting;
  • Safety and security — Advanced passive and active safety and security for occupants, property and data;
  • Superior design and craftsmanship — Well-crafted interior harmony with high material, tactile and sound quality;
  • Exceptional comfort and configurability — Comfortable and flexible seating configurations to enhance productivity and well-being; and
  • Smart, sustainable solutions — Intelligent and responsible processes, designs and use of materials.

Adient’s premium brand, RECARO Automotive Seating, will share its all-new Performance Seat Platform as well as the RECARO Performance SUV concept, aftermarket sport seats and a limited edition of its performance shell seat.

Adient — which became an independent company in 2016 after a successful spinoff from Johnson Controls — is a NAIAS event sponsor and exhibitor.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Adient

Harbour Group Acquires Thibaut Design

ST. LOUIS — January 8, 2018 — Thibaut Inc. is now part of the Harbour Group family of companies, Jeff Fox, Harbour Group’s chairman and CEO, announced today. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Thibaut is a highly recognized global brand in the wallcoverings, fabrics and upholstered furniture markets, featuring distinctive designs serving a diverse base of high-end residential interior designers. The company’s in-house designers produce exclusive collections under three brand names: Thibaut, Anna French and Thibaut Fine Furniture.

“Thibaut is a great addition to the Harbour Group family,” said Fox. “Its brand and products have truly stood the test of time over its 130 year history. Management has done an excellent job growing the company and we are excited to work together to continue that trajectory both organically and through acquisition.”

Bob Senior, Thibaut’s CEO, added: “We look forward to continuing to grow and improve the operations of our business with the help of Harbour Group’s team. We believe their knowledge of operations along with our deep understanding of our industry will allow us to continue growing at an accelerated pace.”

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Harbour Group

Filtration & Separation Asia (FSA) 2018 Empowering Asia’s Filtration Market

SHANGHAI — January 8, 2018 —  Filtration & Separation Asia (FSA) combined with China International Filtration & Separation Exhibition is a leading industry event in Asia region. The every-2-year event aims to provide a trade and technical communication platform between exhibitors and trade visitors, where the cutting-edge filtration technologies and technical solutions will be discussed.

FSA 2018 will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Center December 5-7, 2018, in Shanghai, China. The exhibition’s scale has increased by 10 percent compared to the previous edition. Furthermore, around 200 leading companies from 15 countries and regions are expected to showcase their latest products and technologies.

Leading Companies of Filtration Industry confirmed their participation in FSA 2018:

Abalioglu, Aca, Ahlstrom – Munksjo, Berry Global, Binnova, Bonar High Performance, Boyoo, C & M Filtration, Chongqing Zaisheng, Dejia Filter Machine, Feite, Feng Cheng Machinery, Graham C, Hangzhou Specical Paper, Hengyong, Hollingsworth & Vose, Huachuang, Jcem, Jiaxin, Johns Manvile, Leitai, Lenzing, Libero, Low & Bonar, Ndc, Palas, Pulan, Pulisen Machinery, Ren Feng, Retop, Sehngda, Sino Matech, Taipeng, Topas, Utest, Xintao, Yonghong, Youti, etc.

Various Concurrent Events

FILTREX® ASIA

11 editions of FILTREX®, a conference and exhibition dedicated to the promotion of nonwoven filter media, have been held so far. 6 times in Europe, 1 time in Hong Kong and 3 times in India. For 2018, it will be organized by the China Filtration Society (CFS), China Nonwovens Technology Association (CNTA) and UBM China, together with EDANA.

Filtration & Separation Training Course

Organized by China Filtration Society (CFS), the Training Course is aimed to provide advanced filtration and separation knowledge to those who are interested or expert in this area.The training is a one-day course with the content  including Filter Media, Air Filtration, Liquid Filtration, Nanofibers and Filtration & Separation Machineries. Full-scheduled insightful speeches will be presented by professionals and industry insiders who will share the latest intellectual and development trends.

Exhibitors Technical Presentation

Organized by China Nonwovens Technology Association (CNTA) and UBM China, exhibitors will present their newest product/technology through this platform.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Filtration & Separation Asia

Welspun Introduces Wel-Trak™ A Revolutionary, Patented, End-to-End Traceability Solution For Textiles

FRANKFURT, Germany — January 5, 2018 — Welspun India, one of the largest Home Textile manufacturers in the world, has introduced a patented, end-to-end traceability process called Wel-Trak™. This revolutionary and industry-defining process ensures that customers and consumers can trace the provenance of the cotton raw materials throughout the supply chain from farm to the retail shelf.

Wel-Trak™ delivers end-to-end traceability by deploying:

  • Automated data capture using RFID;
  • Customized software for validation;
  • Robust IT & ERP systems to enable smooth operations across all stages of production; and
  • Strengthened physical and systems controls which streamline the tracking process.

Dipali Goenka, CEO  and joint managing director, Welspun India Ltd., said: “All our customers across the globe are very excited about Wel-Trak™, as it is unique in the textile industry. Having a mechanism in place that will enable them to track the source of the final product right back to the specific farm it comes from, definitely adds value and transparency to the whole process.”

The proprietary process allows traceability of any product back to its fiber source, through a state-of-the-art solution, thereby providing transparency and real time information. Furthermore, Welspun is delighted to announce a partnership with Oritain Global Ltd., a world leader in the use of scientific traceability to determine provenance of food, beverages, pharmaceutical and now extended to cotton fiber. This partnership provides independent validation of Welspun’s supply chain by using a method of chemical fingerprinting to identify the origin of the cotton fiber used for its home textile products. This exclusive tie-up with Oritain’s traceability technology supplements Wel-Trak™ and demonstrates Welspun’s commitment to full transparency and traceability of its home textile products throughout the supply chain.

Based on its analysis, Oritain has created a database of unique ‘chemical fingerprints’ for special cotton growing areas such as Egyptian, US Supima and Australian cotton. This will be extended to include Organic and American Upland cottons. This database enables Oritain to verify a sample against its stated origin. Using this method, Welspun can conduct tests at various stages of its manufacturing process and verify the origin of cotton at each stage to ensure the authenticity of its final products

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Welspun India

Columbia Sportswear Unveils U.S. Freestyle Ski Team Uniforms For Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018

PORTLAND, Ore. — January 8, 2018 — Columbia Sportswear has unveiled freestyle ski team uniforms that will be worn by athletes from the U.S. and other nations competing in the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang. Every piece was executed with three design cues in mind — high performance, innovation and national pride. Each distinct kit features fresh aesthetics coupled with new technologies developed specifically for the unique needs of these elite athletes.

Columbia has a strong history of developing high performance uniforms and previously designed U.S. freestyle uniforms for the 2014 Games in Sochi, Russia. Columbia uniforms in the Sochi Games were worn by nine athletes from several countries who achieved medal wins, a tally that included three gold medals. Feedback and insights from working closely with these dedicated athletes has driven Columbia’s broader ski collections to new heights for the past several seasons.

“Olympic athletes are among the world’s most elite competitors,” said Columbia President Joe Boyle. “Columbia’s partnership with these teams has not only inspired our designers to create the most technical, innovative, and best performing products, but it has also provided insights throughout our winter collections. We are proud of this collaboration and wish each team great success in PyeongChang.”

At the heart of the 2018 freestyle ski team uniforms is OutDry™ Extreme, Columbia’s solution for maximum waterproof protection and exceptional mobility. The ground-breaking membrane places a durable, permanent waterproof layer that actively repels water to ensure the athletes stay completely dry and comfortable. The uniforms feature the latest iteration of OutDry Extreme, and offers four way stretch to ensure the skiers have a complete range of motion. The uniforms are also lined with a fresh application of Omni-Heat™ Reflective, designed for lightweight, breathable warmth. These innovations deliver athletes more warmth with less bulk and offer the critical mobility and unrestricted movement needed to take home the gold.

Six countries will compete in the 2018 Games wearing uniforms designed by Columbia: The United States, Canada, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Brazil and the Ukraine. These athletes will face each other in the moguls, aerials, slopestyle and halfpipe events.

Additional technical features include a unique snow camouflage pattern designed to help mask body movement — a key judging component — for moguls skiers. The technical trims package includes a Columbia-designed, ultra-lightweight and low-profile Light Rail™ zipper. This unique zipper is bonded directly onto laser-cut fabric, completely eliminating the need for zipper tape resulting in Columbia’s lightest-weight waterproof zipper.

But technology is only part of the story — fresh graphics, prints and trims capture the energy and history that have been a part of the games for decades, while also taking into consideration each country’s distinct iconography. Customizable components like knee patches, nameplates, and removable features allow the athletes to make the uniform their own without compromising the cohesive look of their national team.

“It’s a unique opportunity to work closely with a brand and see your input come to fruition,” said Troy Murphy, a member of the U.S. Ski Team. “We spend countless hours on the mountain in a wide variety of conditions. It’s awesome that we can give our feedback to Columbia and have them hand us a uniform the next season that reflects our input.”

Columbia’s 2018 uniforms will be worn by national athletes competing in the following events:

  • United States: Moguls;
  • Canada: Moguls, Aerials, Slopestyle and Halfpipe;
  • Belarus: Aerials;
  • Kazakhstan: Moguls;
  • Brazil: Aerials; and
  • Ukraine: Aerials.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Columbia Sportswear

Kemin Industries Acquires Garmon Chemicals’ Textile Auxiliaries Business To Better Serve Global Apparel And Textile Markets

THE REPUBLIC OF SAN MARINO/DES MOINES, Iowa — January 8, 2018 — Garmon Chemicals — an international provider of chemical auxiliaries, innovation and creativity for garment processing — today announced an exciting new chapter in its 30-year history.

Kemin Industries, a global ingredient company that uses science to touch 3.8 billion people every day with its products and services, has entered into an agreement to acquire the textile auxiliary business of Garmon Chemicals and its sister company, The Italian Job. The companies will be gradually integrated over the next few months. All apparel and textile customers will continue to be served exclusively by the Garmon brand, with the values and benefits that they have come to expect and to respect over the years.

The acquisition will further increase the Garmon brand’s R&D scope, commercial penetration and service level throughout the textile auxiliary global markets. The acquisition is expected to result in greater efficiencies and significant increase of market share. The company’s global headquarters will remain in The Republic of San Marino.

“Kemin first became interested in entering the textile auxiliaries industry based on the adjacent technologies the industry has in common with existing Kemin research and products,” said Dr. Chris Nelson, president and CEO of Kemin Industries. “Garmon’s global reach, commitment to customer-driven R&D and unique marketing strategy cemented the decision for the acquisition to allow Kemin to enter the market.”

With this acquisition, Kemin is able to play a significant role in additional textile markets. Kemin will continue to provide quality products and services to over half of the world’s population every day, and will enter the textile industry with the new Garmon acquisition.

“The fusion of Garmon’s undisputed know-how and market reputation along with the R&D power of Kemin and its global footprint is a new industry zeitgeist that provides customers throughout the apparel value chain with unprecedented innovation, solutions and business intimacy,” said Maurizio Cappellini, President of Garmon Chemicals. “Garmon and Kemin joining forces is a notable sign of the global collaboration trend that creates a positive impact when two companies join together and create success with a concentration of resources.”

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Kemin Industries

Jaanuu Appoints Veteran Marketer Dave Beveridge As CMO

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — January 8, 2018 — Seeking to capitalize on strong demand in the wake of record 2017 sales, and in light of significant growth plans for 2018, Jaanuu has expanded its executive team, appointing Dave Beveridge as its first chief marketing officer (CMO). The brand has also grown its investor group, to include footwear company, Olukai’s Co-Founder, Matt Till and current CEO, Jim Harris.  The announcement was made today by Shaan Sethi, founder and CEO of Jaanuu, the most successful and fastest growing direct-to-consumer brand in the medical apparel space.

Having served as a marketing advisor to Jaanuu since 2014, Beveridge segues into a senior staff position with the company following nearly three years as vice president of eCommerce for Planet Blue, where he was integral in improving topline revenue by 75 percent and operating profit 100 percent for the bohemian/beach apparel company.  He previously served as VP of marketing for video sharing app maker Whipclip and in a similar capacity for the fashion subscription service ShoeDazzle. From 2010-12 Beveridge worked in the entertainment industry as chief of staff, digital for the media production company BermanBraun (now Whalerock Industries) in the wake of his role as vice president of eCommerce & business development for Sportnet, assisting with its merger with GrindTV to form the largest global action-sports community/commerce destination. An MBA graduate of Saint Mary’s College, Dave Beveridge is a coveted expert on digital marketing and customer relationship management, among other topics, and has served as a speaker at such industry conclaves as Brand Innovators, Experian Client Summit and Fashion Digital LA.

“Dave is a proven leader and one of the most well-respected veterans in eCommerce, having led marketing at both Planet Blue and ShoeDazzle,” stated Founder and CEO Shaan Sethi, who launched the fashion-forward scrubs lifestyle company five years ago with his sister, Dr. Neela Sethi Young.  “This is the right time to build out our leadership team, and we know that Dave will be integral in reaching new audiences while stoking the loyalty of our existing customers.”

“Dave Beveridge is the guy you bring in when you’re ready to kick your marketing into high gear,” said Brian Lee, founder of ShoeDazzle and co-founder of The Honest Company.  “Having worked with him for over two years at ShoeDazzle, I know he will bring unequaled creativity and tenacity to his new CMO post at Jaanuu.”

Concurrently, following the strong success of its July 2017 footwear launch, Jaanuu bolstered its recent strategic investment round with two new members of its investor group: Matt Till and Jim Harris, co-founder and CEO, respectively, of the Hawaii-inspired footwear company Olukai.

Jaanuu’s success can be attributed to its disruption of the multi-billion-dollar medical apparel market with its fresh vision of contemporary, fashionable scrubs, lab coats and footwear. The brand’s highly coveted runway-inspired styles and products reflect some of today’s most popular fashion trends and feature cutting edge proprietary fabrication, Jaanacea™ which stays soft and wrinkle resistant while withstanding the harsh conditions of a hospital or medical environment.

Posted January 8, 2018

Source: Jaanuu

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