Gerber Technology Partners With Fashion Enter’s Factory And Training Academy, London

TOLLAND, Conn. — October 23, 2017 — Gerber Technology is pleased to announce a partnership with Fashion Enter/FashionCapital, London, by supporting both their commercial factory and training academy. “We are very pleased about the integration of our AccuMark® software and digitizing solution into the curriculum of Fashion Enter and look forward to a successful partnership”, said Yvonne Heinen-Foudeh, marketing and communications director, EMEA for Gerber Technology.

Gerber’s mission is to make it easy for any one in the world using textiles, leather, composites or other flexible materials to go from concept to market quickly and seamlessly. “We have been empowering educators with technology to help prepare the next generation of fashion leaders for nearly 50 years,” said Heinen-Foudeh. “The success of the industry relies on students graduating with knowledge of how technologies like PLM, CAD and smart machines used in manufacturing are all connected and essential to the work flow and Fashion Enter/FashionCapital is the ideal partner to support our mission.”

“Over the last six months, we have expanded our Fashion Studio service by 28 new accounts including Huntsman and Gormley and Gamble,” Jenny Holloway, founder of the social enterprise Fashion Enter said. “The pattern cutting team headed by Lauren Loftus and supported by an excellent six-person team of pattern queens is flying. The experienced members of our team including Lauren and Debbie Smith have a strong knowledge of Gerber’s AccuMark software. I put my faith in their experience and knew it was best to listen to the experts! We have therefore invested into the latest Gerber CAD system to ensure that the accuracy of detail is embedded into our pattern and grading services.”

Gerber Technology has developed partnerships with over 1,400 colleges, universities, technical and fashion schools across the world, providing them with solutions and expertise to help the teachers prepare students with the skills they require in today’s competitive fashion workplace.

Posted October 23, 2017

Source: Gerber Technology

Milliken Adds Textile Industry Veteran To Lead Design And Innovation Efforts For Specialty Interiors Business

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — October 23, 2017 — Leading global textile technology company, Milliken & Company, has hired textile industry veteran Dana Claire Larson as director of design and development for its newly integrated Specialty Interiors business. The addition of Larson complements and enhances the seasoned team of business, sales, marketing and design professionals Milliken continues to build to exceed the needs of textile customers and prospects across a wide range of industries, including home, office, healthcare, hospitality and specialty events.

Larson spent nearly 20 years in progressively responsible advanced technical textile and design roles and has become a well-known name in the contract textile industry. She brings broad and deep knowledge of all aspects of textile design, yarn development and textile manufacturing processes, as well as keen business and analytical insight. Larson holds a bachelor’s degree in clothing and textiles from Michigan State University, a two-year post-baccalaureate certificate in woven textile design from Philadelphia University and an MBA from the University of Maine.

In her new role at Milliken, Larson will lead a team of designers, development engineers and technicians in all phases of the new product development process, including ideation, proof of concept and commercialization. She will collaborate closely with customers, sales and marketing teams and manufacturing partners to create and commercialize new innovative fabrics for the commercial interiors, hospitality, healthcare and residential markets.

“The addition of Dana Claire further demonstrates Milliken’s commitment to better serving the needs of our customers by investing heavily in our newly integrated Specialty Interiors business,” said Jennifer K. Harmon, vice-president, Milliken Specialty Interiors. “With her technical background, yarn development expertise and innovative spirit, she will be an incredible addition to our team and a valued resource for our customers.”

Larson rounds out a team of dedicated Specialty Interiors professionals from product development, design, sales and marketing. Led by furniture industry veteran Jennifer K. Harmon, the group’s leadership team includes Director of Sales Rene’ Vaughn, Marketing Manager LeAnne Flack, Financial Manager Pam Agudelo and Larson.

The Specialty Interiors business has also recently launched its own website, www.millikenspecialtyinteriors.com, as well as new social media channels.

The changes and additions are designed to position the business to provide innovative textile solutions in a more cohesive and customer-driven manner. “Like everything we do at Milliken, the customer is at the core of this new structure,” Harmon added.

Posted October 23, 2017

Source: Milliken & Company

RadiciGroup: University Scholarships Awarded

BERGAMO, Italy — October 23, 2017 — University scholarships for RadiciGroup employees and their children were recently awarded at the group’s Italian and foreign sites. The candidates eligible for the scholarships were on-time graduates who had received their first-level (bachelor’s) or second-level (master’s) university degree in 2015 or 2016.

RadiciGroup set aside about 30,000 euros for the scholarship program, which received 34 applications from Italy, Europe, North America, South America and Asia. The grant amount varied depending on the type of degree (science/engineering, liberal arts or other). An official award ceremony was organized in Bergamo’s Città Alta (Upper Town) for the scholarship recipients of the Italian Group sites (provinces of Bergamo, Novara and Sondrio).

The ceremony was followed by an evening at the Teatro Sociale, where the participants attended a new opera production (based on the life of the Italian physicist Ettore Majorana). The performance was sponsored by RadiciGroup in collaboration with BergamoScienza science fair.

“Education has always been one of the main pillars of RadiciGroup,” commented Maurizio Radici, vice president of RadiciGroup. “We are particularly proud of the fact that among the scholarship award recipients, besides the children of our employees, there are also a few of our employees, who with grit and determination have reached an important milestone, a university degree, while doing a great job working for the company.”

Posted October 23, 2017

Source: RadiciGroup

Cone Denim Launches Future BLACK+ Denim Featuring Lenzing Modal® And REPREVE®

GREENSBORO, N.C. — October 23, 2017 — Cone Denim, Lenzing and Unifi are excited to collaborate on the launch of Future BLACK+ denim featuring Lenzing Modal® branded fibers and REPREVE® Black recycled fibers. Future BLACK+, the industry’s first certified fade-resistant black denim, will join Cone Denim’s family of TruTone™ fabrics. Jeans made from Future Black+ denim contain as many as 17 recycled plastic bottles and feature superior softness, color retention and stretch, while minimizing the impact on the environment.

Future Black+ denim achieves its durable color by utilizing dope dyeing, an energy-saving and environmentally friendly dyeing technique that introduces the pigment during the production process. Adding the colorant during manufacturing allows the entire body of the fiber to be colored instead of only the surface and eliminates the need for a dye bath later in the process. Wash tests have shown that denim made from Future Black+ showed no sign of color loss even after more than 20 washes, producing a denim that’s built to last.

“Lenzing has always been committed to sustainability and making our manufacturing process as eco-friendly as possible,” said Tricia Carey, director of global business development for denim at Lenzing. “By partnering with Cone Denim and Unifi, we were able to work with like-minded companies to create an advanced product that saves resources throughout the manufacturing process.”

“This collaboration elevates our commitment as a sustainability leader and denim innovator,” said Kara Nicholas, vice president of product design and marketing for Cone Denim. “Color retention in black denim is an increasingly important trend for consumers and a perfect fit with our TruTone fabric story focused around black and indigo-like navy fabrics that offer supreme color retention, plus all of the added benefits of the environmental story.”

Repreve is a leading brand of fibers made from recycled plastic bottles by Unifi. Lenzing Modal BLACK has around 50 to 60 percent lower environmental impact than conventional dyed fabric. The Lenzing manufacturing process requires less chemical and energy inputs during manufacturing, and uses 64 percent less water during the dye process. Together, these earth-friendly fibers create a high performing, highly sustainable denim.

“By combining Lenzing Modal fiber with Repreve, we are able to satisfy some of the biggest consumer demands for the marketplace,” said Jay Hertwig, Unifi’s vice president of global brand sales and premium value-added sales. “Unifi is proud to work with both The Lenzing Group and Cone Denim to create a high-quality product that helps decrease our industry’s environmental footprint.”

Future Black+ will launch at Kingpins Amsterdam, Oct. 25-26, and will also be showing at Kingpins New York, November 29-30, as part of the Cone Denim TruTone collection.

Posted October 23, 2017

Source: Unifi, Inc.

Frankfurt Nanotechnology Company Selected To Present Breakthrough Innovation At Hello Tomorrow Global Summit

FRANKFURT, Germany — October 19, 2017 — Frankfurt-based nanotechnology company nanogy has been nominated as one of 500 tech start-ups worldwide to participate in the upcoming Hello Tomorrow Global Summit in Paris. At the same time, nanogy will also present an interactive showcase along with 100 other specially selected companies, with an aim of bringing warming technology to life.

The exclusive event is made up of deep-tech enablers, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives, intent on changing the world with new technologies. The event focuses on bringing tomorrow’s technology today, and will be a melting pot of visions, ideas, and innovations. Among them will be nanogy, a groundbreaking intelligent, metal-free warming technology.

The technology was developed by Chinese market leader j-NOVA©, and has recently been introduced to the European market. The ultra-light technology can be integrated into any textile, including clothing, car seats, medical applications, and more. The technology is compatible with any standard power bank, making it a practical and safer alternative to similar, existing solutions.

The innovative, lightweight technology is completely non-metallic, meaning it also emits no radiation. The non-metallic nature of the technology allows it to be washed up to 1,000 times at any temperature. The technology is extremely thin and flexible, and can be scrunched or crumpled without damaging its function. This also means that the technology can be integrated into garments without any visible lines or hems, making it the optimal solution for companies in numerous industries.

nanogy measures an energy conversion rate of more than 90 percent, making it one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly warming solutions ever developed. The technology is also recyclable, so consumers can dispose of it as they would any other garment.

“Our focus is not just to provide world class technology, but also to improve people’s lives without harming our environment. We are excited to see what the Hello Tomorrow event has to offer, and are looking forward to bringing nanothermal experiences to Paris,” says Company Director Jeni Odley. As expected for any modern tech company, users can even control the temperature of the textile with a mobile app, making the integration of nanogy a simplified, one-touch experience.

Posted October 23, 2017

Source: nanogy, a brand of Acanthurus GmbH

Cover Girl Chooses Safety Components’ WeatherMAX 3D

GREENVILLE, S.C. — October 20, 2017 — Covering complex, 3-D shapes requires an elastic fabric that won’t loosen over time. That’s why Tammy Hampton, owner of Cover Girl Marine Canvas and Upholstery, chose Safety Components’ innovative WeatherMAX 3D for a recent project. It delivers the flexibility she needed when fabricating a cover for a large marine outboard engine.

“I thought this project would be an ideal use for the fabric,” said Hampton. “It has the ability to fit right and look good. It’s really unique.” She had previously used it on a custom race car cover with great results.

Hampton has been working with the original WeatherMAX technical fabric since its introduction, so she understands the unique qualities that make WeatherMAX 3D perfect for difficult to fit applications. It’s UV- and fade-resistant, and 100-percent pigment solution-dyed for color consistency and durability. Soft and pliable, it’s water resistant, yet breathable.

“It needs a serged or overlap seam due to the stretch,” she notes, “but it’s really easy to work with.” WeatherMAX 3D expands up to 30 percent under tension, but when released, goes back to its original shape.

A rarity in the marine industry, Buford, Georgia-based Cover Girl Marine Canvas and Upholstery is woman-owned and women-run. It fabricates a complete range of boat coverings and upholstery. Multi-dimensional and continually diversifying, the company has a full e-commerce operation with its patented EZ-Xtend boat zipper for canvas that has shrunk over time. Its website is www.covergirl-marine-canvas-upholstery.com.

WeatherMAX 3D is made in the United States for long-lasting performance in extreme environments. The fabric is ideal for a wide range of applications that require durability and elasticity.

Posted October 20, 2017

Source: Safety Components

Saint-Gobain Is Pleased To Announce The Publication Of The First Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) For A PTFE Coated Architectural Membrane – SHEERFILL II

SOLON, Ohio — October 19, 2017 — An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a comprehensive, internationally-harmonized report that documents the ways in which a product, throughout its lifecycle, affects the environment.

As the global leader in strong long-lasting architectural membranes, SHEERFILL has always been committed to working towards sustainability. As a result of our commitment, Sheerfill is the only PTFE coated architectural membrane that is Energy Star and Cool Roof Rated.

“Our company is committed to producing materials that meet the highest levels of both performance and sustainability. The release of this document allows us to be transparent with SHEERFILL users and project owners about the products they are using so that they, too, can reach their sustainability and quality goals,” Michael Lussier, Global Market Leader for SHEERFILL said.

Time and time again, real-life use has shown that Sheerfill Architectural Membrane provides up to 25 years or more of reliable service. The first installation of Sheerfill II has been in continuous use, since 1973, at the University of La Verne.

Sheerfill II is manufactured by Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest building materials company.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: Saint-Gobain

Cone Denim White Oak Plant To Close; Greensboro Provides Support For International Textile Group’s Displaced Employees

GREENSBORO, N.C. — 10/18/2017 — With the announcement on Wednesday, October 18 that International Textile Group Inc. (ITG) will shut down operations at the Cone Denim White Oak Plant later this year, the City of Greensboro extends its continued support for ITG and its employees.

“We are saddened by today’s announcement. The City of Greensboro is committed to helping these employees and their families plan for their futures with the resources available at Guilford County Workforce Development,” said Mayor Nancy Vaughan. “This loss is regrettable, as Cone Denim has long been an important part of our City’s history and heritage. That will not change, especially as International Textile Group will retain its headquarters, community involvement, product development and other corporate and division activities in Greensboro. We remain optimistic about Greensboro’s employment prospects, as we chart an aggressive path toward new economic development with our regional partners.”

Guilford County Workforce Development offers a depth of resources to job seekers, including workshops, networking, job fairs, and training.

Posted 10/19/2017

Source: The City of Greensboro North Carolina

CAMX Announces Updates On Housing, Registration And Conference Program

ORLANDO, Fla. — October 19, 2017 — CAMX announces its list of exhibitors and conference program are now available for the rescheduled CAMX – The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo, taking place December 11-14, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. Housing and registration are open for attendees as well. Now in its fourth year, CAMX-The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo, co-produced by the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) and the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE), is North America’s premier event for composite products, solutions, networking, and advanced industry thinking.

CAMX is an all-encompassing event that connects and advances all of the world’s composites and advanced materials communities — research and development, engineering, manufacturing, service providers and end users.

“CAMX staff has worked tirelessly over the past month and a half to ensure that attendees get the same amazing experience they’ve come to expect every year,” says Heather Rhoderick, senior vice president of Events and Information at ACMA and CAMX show director. “We have had a strong turnout from our exhibitors and our speakers, and appreciate the industry support for our new dates. The number of people who were able to make their schedules work for the dates is a testament to how important CAMX is to our industry.”

On December 12, the conference program kicks off with the general session, sponsored by Owens Corning, featuring CAMX Live! — a dynamic series of presentations from three “disruptive innovators” in the industry — James Antonic, president/CEO of Composites Building Structures, Kurt Jordan, Oracle Team USA Designer, and Kerry Manning, Aerostructures engineer at Boom Technology, Inc. To learn more about the speakers’ backgrounds, click here.  CAMX offers eight tracks of programming, including: additive manufacturing; advances in materials; business, regulatory and workforce development, design, analysis and simulation; green and sustainability, manufacturing and processing technologies; market applications; and non-destructive evaluation and testing.

Details such for all education and technical paper sessions during the show, featured sessions and pre-conference tutorials, as well as an updated exhibitor list, floorplan and services provided by the exhibitors are all available online on the CAMX website. To get the most of CAMX, attendees can use the MyCAMX Planner to find and keep track of programming and exhibits or create their own calendar of events and list of exhibits to visit.  Appointments with exhibitors can also be requested, and searches can be conducted to identify the products and services of exhibitors.

Registration is now open for anyone who had not previously registered.  CAMX attendees can register as a student, a non-member, or a member of ACMA or SAMPE. All attendees can register through the CAMX website.  Additionally, housing is also open.  The Hyatt Regency will serve as the headquarters hotel.  Anyone planning to attend CAMX in December needs to make housing reservations.

Attendees and exhibitors can follow @the_CAMX, @ACMAcomposites, or @SAMPE for show updates, and are encouraged to post about their experience with the hashtag #CAMX17.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: CAMX

SPESA To Host Executive Conference In Memphis, Tenn.

RALEIGH, N.C. — October 19, 2017 — SPESA will hold its 2017 Executive Conference at the Peabody Memphis Hotel in Memphis, Tenn., November 7-9.

According to Senior Advisor to Gerber Technology and SPESA Chairman Sam Simpson: “The Executive Conference has been designed to inform, educate, and update attendees on what the future holds for their businesses and the sewn products industry. Attendees will come from a variety of backgrounds including senior management, product development, sales and marketing, consulting, academia, and government. We have lined up experts on subjects critical to the textile and sewn products industry: ‘Executive Strategies to Improve Profits and Communications’, ‘Trade Update and NAFTA Re-Negotiations’, ‘Tax Reform: Preparing for the Future’, ‘A Policy Roadmap to Renew U.S. Manufacturing’, ‘Learning from the University Educators’, and ‘The Internet of Clothing’.

“The ‘Trade Update and NAFTA Re-Negotiations’ session will include perspectives from all the countries involved — U.S., Canada, and México.

“And a trademark of all SPESA conferences, we will have ample networking opportunities so attendees can have some one on one time with their colleagues. Yes… we are going to Elvis Presley’s Graceland Mansion and Entertainment Complex for an evening of networking fun.

“Our 2017 Executive Conference is designed to provide industry executives with wide-ranging perspectives on how they can succeed and grow in a fast-changing marketplace,” explained SPESA President Benton Gardner. “In addition to a great lineup of speakers and panelists, attendees will enjoy networking receptions, dinners, and general session networking breaks. We encourage all industry stakeholders to attend and share in this special event.”

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: SPESA

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