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

Nexgen Packaging Appoints Manuel Torres As Managing Director, EMEA Operations

WESTMONT, Ill./READING, England — October 19, 2017 — Nexgen Packaging — a full service provider of apparel identification products to retailers as well as to apparel, footwear and textile brands — today announced that Manuel Torres has joined the company as managing director of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) operations. Torres joins Nexgen Packaging from Motorola Solutions where he was senior vice president and general manager for EMEA and has led the international growth of the business during his 25-year career with the company. Manuel also led the Latin America region and as well the Motorola Enterprise business (now part of Zebra Technologies) for EMEA and was active with customers, strategic direction, and field execution.

“Nexgen continues to achieve strong market share growth in North America by providing our customers with quality products, exceptional customer service, and industry-leading technology that brings visibility and efficiencies to supply chain operations,” said Andy Effron, Nexgen’s co-founder and CEO. “In Europe, we have seen promising early success with this model and are confident that under Manuel’s leadership we will rapidly move our business forward. I am very excited to have such an accomplished executive as Manuel join the Nexgen team.”

Jim Welch, president, Nexgen Packaging, added: “We are fortunate to have someone of Manuel’s caliber and character lead our efforts in EMEA. Manuel is a world-class leader, knows how to build high-performing teams and has a proven track record of establishing strategic relationships with customers. We all look forward to working with Manuel and establishing Nexgen’s leadership position in EMEA.”

“I am thrilled to be joining a team as well regarded in the industry as Nexgen,” said Torres. “Nexgen has created a unique offering for its customers by combining the most comprehensive portfolio of apparel identification products with industry leading manufacturing and supply chain software. I am excited about the opportunity to build and lead the team that will be responsible for bringing these solutions to customers in the EMEA region.”

Torres will be based in Madrid, Spain.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: Nexgen Packaging

Kurskhimvolokno Starts Up New Trützschler Extrusion Lines For Industrial Yarn

EGELSBACH, Germany — October 19, 2017 — Within the frame of a strategic company modernization program, Kurskhimvolokno, a major Russian player in the polyamide industrial yarn industry, recently increased its capacity by more than 30 percent. Trützschler Switzerland was again selected again to implement the project. This repeat order of a larger number of Trützschler’s symTTec spinning positions confirms the long-term and successful cooperation between the two companies.

The industrial and technical yarns of the new extrusion lines fullfil the requirements of various high demanding end applications such as tire cord. The yarn’s tenacity can reach 88-90 cN/tex, the production runs smoothly with very high efficiency. The high quality of the product enables Kurskhimvolokno to strengthen its market share and to acquire new customers in Russia and abroad.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers GmbH

Dupont, INVISTA And Dupont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Showcase Latest Generation Of Durable Plant-Based Textile Solutions At A+A

WILMINGTON, Del. — October 19, 2017 — DuPont™ Sorona®, INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand, and DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products will be giving workwear brands a sneak peek of new developmental fabrics in the next chapter of a series of more innovative, enhanced sustainable textile solutions for workwear and outdoor wear at the A+A Show, Hall 9/E39, October 17-20, 2017, in Dusseldorf, Germany. Now, designers of apparel, footwear and gear will have even more options when looking for built-to-last durable fabrics that incorporate high performance materials across multiple layers.

Invista’s Cordura brand and DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products have been collaborating throughout the year to create next-generation eco-efficient textile solutions. The series combines long-lasting abrasion resistance and bio-based Susterra® propanediol coatings and membranes, inspiring consumers to embrace the Cordura brand ethos that Sustainability Begins With Products That Last™. At A+A, the brands will unveil an innovative new softshell fabric development integrating DuPont™ Sorona® bio-based, high-performance fiber technology.

“As the Cordura brand celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2017, it’s been the perfect time to reflect on five decades of cutting-edge durable fabric technology and collaborate with some very special partners,” said Cindy McNaull, Cordura brand and global marketing director. “Working with the talented teams at DuPont Industrial Biosciences and DuPont Tate & Lyle to help define the durable, eco-efficient solutions of tomorrow with our latest Cordura + Susterra + Sorona soft shell technology has been an amazing opportunity to bring together the rich heritage we all share and is certainly one of the highlights of our 50 x 50 ‘heritage meets innovation’ anniversary journey.”

Since the early 1900s, DuPont has been revolutionizing the world of fiber and polymers. From the first plastic-coated fabrics developed in the 1910s to groundbreaking fibers like rayon, and nylon 6,6, neoprene rubber fabric, and more, DuPont has spent over a century creating textile products that transform the way we live and work. With this latest collaboration, the DuPont Sorona brand, the DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Susterra brand and Invista’s Cordura brand usher in the next chapter in textile innovation, combining long-lasting durability and bio-based, performance technologies.

“After decades of research and asking the right questions, DuPont scientists discovered a way to produce bio-based 1,3 propanediol — a building block with endlessly versatile potential,” explains Laurie Kronenberg, global marketing director, DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products. “It is this building block that was created using modern biotechnology that powers both the Sorona and Susterra brand solutions and enables high-performance, renewable, plant-based fibers, coatings and membranes.”

“Together, we are creating a legacy of innovative, eco-efficient textile solutions. DuPont Sorona fibers will be an excellent addition to the ‘Cordura + Susterra’ collaboration” states Renee Henze, global marketing director, DuPont Industrial Biosciences. “Sorona fibers define softness, with exceptional resilience and is built on the same bio-based science as Susterra propanediol making it a natural extension.”

To help make this idea a reality, the brands engaged authorized apparel fabric mill, Everest, to develop this durable bio-based Cordura fabric soft-shell solution. Everest’s soft-shell laminate features a durable Cordura Naturalle™ fabric on the outer face, a middle layer polyurethane bio-based membrane containing more than 25 percent renewable sourced materials by weight and a soft fleece backing. The integration of the lightweight Sorona® fiber-based fleece helps provide cozy warmth and soft hand feel for day-in, day-out comfort. The result is a fabric engineered to help keep you comfortable through all of life’s durable adventures with eco-efficiency in mind.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: DuPont Industrial Biosciences

Launch of Refibra™ Denim Capsule Designed by Adriano Goldschmied

NEW YORK CITY — October 19, 2017 — Kingpins Amsterdam will see the launch of a denim capsule collection designed by Adriano Goldschmied and featuring new fabrics developed with Refibra™ branded lyocell fibers — one of the latest fiber innovations from Lenzing AG.

Adriano first began working with TENCEL® lyocell back in the mid-1990s with the launch of his AGoldE label. Because he is a strong advocate for sustainable practices in denim, Lenzing commissioned Adriano to design this 21st century capsule collection featuring fabrics from eight global premium denim mills, with design, production, and laundry processing taking place in his Los Angeles studio.

The Refibra fiber is the first commercial scale cellulose fiber featuring chemically recycled material. Made from a blend of pulps that include post-industrial cotton scraps and wood, this new generation of Tencel lyocell fiber represents the ‘Reduce, Reuse and Recycle’ process. The Refibra fiber recently achieved the Recycled Claim Standard, which certifies that all production processes in its entire supply chain adhere to the proper steps that ensure the final product’s integrity. A special manufacturing process makes it possible to identify the Refibra fiber in the finished garment.

Lenzing worked especially closely with Spanish mill Textil Santanderina during the initial development of this innovation. Other fabric mill partners showcased in this capsule include Advance Denim (China), Artistic Milliners (Pakistan), Blue Diamond (China), Candiani (Italy), Orta (Turkey), Prosperity (China) and Tejidos Royo (Spain).  Knitted fabric bases were supplied by Hallotex (Spain).

“Tencel fibers, in general have been part of my work and the innovation that I bring into design,” says Adriano Goldschmied, who has been designing denim since 1972.  “Now Tencel fibers is evolving to take a new level of sustainability with Refibra fibers. We need to open the minds of designers with sustainable innovations like this.”

“With the environmental challenges we are facing globally, Refibra fibers is one step towards reducing waste, “says Tricia Carey, Director of Global Business Development for Denim at Lenzing.  “Adriano has long been an advocate for product development in the denim industry with less impact on the environment, without compromising consumer demand for comfort and fashion. Working with Adriano and the Genious Group to develop this capsule in Los Angeles provides a remarkable entry of a new sustainable innovation into the denim market.”

The capsule with fifteen women’s and men’s styles can be viewed at Kingpins Amsterdam (October 25th and 26th), Kingpins New York (November 29th and 30th), and regional Lenzing offices.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: Lenzing Fibers Inc.

EDANA — Innovation’s Toughest Question: What Are We Really Trying To Solve?

BRUSSELS — October 19, 2017 — With the Nonwovens Innovation Academy approaching, EDANA’s Scientific & Technical Affairs Director Marines Lagemaat caught up with keynote speaker Omar Hoek, executive vice president at Ahlstrom-Munksjö to discuss innovation in today’s connected world.

Marines Lagemaat (ML): You’re going to talk about innovation’s toughest question: what are we really trying to solve? Could you already reveal (part of) your viewpoint in a few lines?


Omar Hoek (OH): People try to find solutions based on their rationale and knowledge. Especially in the scientific world: you learn critical thinking methods and apply that in research and development.

In today’s connected world the opportunities and trends are driven by impulses, trends and technology that can change at the speed of light and overnight …. Are we prepared, structured and do we have the right DNA ready for that unstable mass and, do we want to lead or follow this trend?

ML: Innovation, in particular the process of innovating is difficult to manage, some companies use some form of stage gate process. What is your experience with such tools? Do they meet their purpose? Are there alternatives?


OH: Innovation processes “a la” stage gate, come from eras where we wanted control and research and actual innovation had a clear predictable target and we got “organized” around it for structural, budgeting and accountability purposes.

In today’s world we see a different type of innovation, fast pace vs slow, predictable vs random behaviour, existing versus new technology, with or without external partners etc. …
It gets very complex to make a one size fits all model for this type of innovation… but a mechanism that has its ear to the ground when a new trend-train is coming is an absolute must

ML: How can multinational companies like yours innovate and optimize the know-how that is available at different sites? Related to this, how can large companies share know-how between sites?


OH: In the historical material industry, sites where very much a standalone capability with their own eco-system and boundaries. In today’s world these doors have been opened and synergies happen between competencies centres as matter of survival. Multiple sites belong to a single business and cross virtual teams are established to deliver the desired outcome. Where people sit has become secondary.

In short: business targets become the true north, not necessarily the location and boss you report to. This requires strong strategic leadership and communication to make people believe and follow.

ML: Would you qualify innovation as a pull or a push process?


OH: That fully depends on nature of the organization. Stable, controlled and predictable innovation is most of the time a push process (sell what we can and control), whereas a pull process deals with all the uncertainties from failing and financial disaster to great success and victory – so a much broader spectrum.

A hybrid model where you fully anticipate consumer needs and have an organization dedicated to that (pull), but combined with the muscle of “all means” technology (push) spread through right channels and markets ….
You need to be so to say right and left handed… and that feels naturally uncomfortable.

ML: More often than not, companies try to answer the question ‘how can we create value for the consumer’ while finishing the sentence with the words ‘using our current assets’. This is very understandable, or are they missing great opportunities this way?


OH: Using current assets is the natural gravitation to the belief that it fits your existing competencies and using those won’t get anyone fired – isn’t it? Reality however is that many assets and technologies can be accessed through alliance, partnerships or acquisition.

What is much more important these days is that you have channel access, understand the language, identify the opportunity and develop solutions that ultimately need to be produced, ideally on the internal assets. But, if it is financially viable, why not look outside or invest in a new area?
Building a new innovation business should be led by the most senior and respectful leader in a company to disrupt and overcome challenges. Many companies make the mistake of giving a small project or a new innovation in the market to a young graduate student (seen as low risk) – imagine the natural struggle and failure ahead…

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: EDANA

Motion Industries Announces Agreement To Acquire Apache Inc.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — October 19, 2017 — Motion Industries Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Apache Inc., headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Execution of the transaction will occur on November 1, 2017.

Founded in 1963, Apache offers more than 50 years of experience in the industrial hose and belting business. Apache has grown to one of the largest belting companies in North America and is widely recognized across the country for the variety and quality of their hose, belting, custom fabrications, on-site belting services, and consumer products. Apache serves both the industrial and agricultural market from seven sales and production locations in the US through an established distribution network and will continue to do so going forward.

Tom Pientok, Apache’s president and CEO, commented about the acquisition: “We have had a great relationship with the Motion team for many years and this step is really a continuation of our growth strategy. We will preserve and build on the long-standing reputation of the Apache name and we’ll now have access to greater capabilities for accelerated growth. Becoming part of Motion will also assure that our employees will be well-cared for in the future and that we will have the ability to continue to service our customers and represent our supplier partners in the way which they are accustomed. The cultural fit with Motion Industries is ideal and we are very pleased to become part of their team. We could not be happier than to be a part of the Motion family!”

Tony Cefalu, senior vice president of Shops and Services for Motion Industries, noted: “The addition of Apache further enhances our value-added offering in our belting and hose business. We have known Tom and his team for a long time and we couldn’t ask for a better or more talented group to partner with.”

“We are very pleased with the addition of Apache,” said Tim Breen, president and CEO, Motion Industries. “This is a well-established company with an outstanding reputation. The acquisition of Apache continues to build upon and complement our growth strategy in the area of hose, belting and material handling. Apache will be operated as part of Motion’s belting group which includes several other acquisitions made over the past few years. We are happy to welcome all Apache employees to the Motion family, and we look forward to the contributions they will make to our Company in upcoming years.”

With annual sales of $4.6 billion, Motion Industries is a leading industrial parts distributor of bearings, mechanical power transmission, electrical and industrial automation, hydraulic and industrial hose, hydraulic and pneumatic components, industrial products, safety products, and material handling. Motion Industries has over 500 locations, including 13 distribution centers throughout North America and serves more than 300,000 customers from the food and beverage, pulp and paper, iron and steel, chemical, mining and aggregate, petrochemical, automotive, wood and lumber, and pharmaceutical industries.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: Motion Industries

Eric Pressley Joins Timken As Vice President Of Sales – Drives and Belts: Dennis McCambridge To Retire

NORTH CANTON, Ohio — October 19, 2017 — The Timken Company, a producer of engineered bearings and mechanical power transmission products, named Eric Pressley vice president of sales – Drives and Belts. In this new position, Pressley is responsible for providing overall sales leadership for both the Drives and Belts product lines and has supervisory responsibility for the sales team in the respective businesses. Additionally he will manage the collaboration with all other sales teams across the Timken organization in both industrial distribution and OE channels, worldwide.

In addition, Dennis McCambridge, vice president of sales and marketing for Timken Belts, has announced his retirement. McCambridge joined the company in 1979 holding a variety of positions in multiple capacities throughout an impressive career. “We sincerely appreciate the dedication, guidance, vision and leadership that Dennis has provided,” said John Vassilaros, president, Timken Belts. “We thank Dennis for nurturing the growth of our business over the last 38 years. We welcome Eric to our team and look forward to continuing our focus on serving customers.” During the remainder of 2017, Dennis will assist Pressley in securing a successful transition.

Pressley brings sales and business development leadership experience from a variety of power transmission companies, including General Electric, Dodge (Rockwell Automation), Rexnord and Colfax Fluid Handling. Pressley earned a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering from Western Carolina University, a master’s degree in business administration from Troy University and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School.

Posted October 19, 2017

Source: The Timken Company

Japanese Sock Brand, Tabio, Enters U.S. Market and Launches E-Commerce Site

SAN FRANCISCO — October 18, 2017 — Tabio, the best-selling sock brand from Japan, has entered the U.S. market and launched a new website. With more than 50 years of experience and tradition, Tabio is evolving comfort by utilizing high-quality yarns and fabrics to develop premier socks for every occasion.

Tabio will introduce three distinct product lines  — Sports and Men’s & Women’s Fashion — each offering the best of Japanese craftsmanship. With a dedicated emphasis on fit and quality, Tabio is revolutionizing the very definition of what is possible in fine hosiery, business and athletic socks.

“Here at Tabio we take pride in every pair of socks that we produce,” says CEO Katsuhiro Ochi. “We are sure that the American audience will never look at socks the same way again.”

Tabio’s new U.S. website will provide customers a portal to learn about the craftsmanship behind every pair of socks and the ability to purchase their favorites. Fans are encouraged to sign up for the Tabio newsletter to get insider news and exclusive discounts.

“We are extremely excited to introduce America to Tabio Socks,” says Head of U.S. expansion, Kazuhiro Takezawa. “We are sure that once these socks are experienced, consumers will say Sayonara to their current socks.”

Posted October 18, 2017

Source: Tabio

CORDURA® Brand Inspires Next Generation Of Durable Workwear With PCA VISION Contest Sponsorship

WICHITA, Kan. — October 18, 2017 — INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand is once again working with the Professional Clothing Awards to inspire and honor exceptional workwear, corporate clothing and PPE designs from textile and fashion students. For the first time, the PCA VISION 2018 contest is open to students from participating universities and colleges across Europe. This sponsorship is the latest initiative in Cordura brand’s “50 for 50” anniversary year celebration, and demonstrates the brand’s dedication to inspiring the next generation of designers to create clothing that helps workers to Live Durable™ on the jobsite and beyond.

Evolving from previous years’ UK focused Project 20/20 competition, which Cordura brand sponsored in 2016, PCA VISION is a pan-European contest that requires students to share their vision of stylish, functional professional clothing that can be worn for a specific job role in a sector of their choice. Students from participating universities are challenged to develop unique designs that not only meet the needs of these workers, but enhance their ability to perform the job.

As part of its participation in PCA VISION 2018, the Cordura brand will be sponsoring the “Cordura Durable Design Award” to the student designer who best demonstrates a 360-degree approach to functional workwear. The design must reflect a thorough understanding of the challenges faced on the jobsite, and present innovative solutions to meet the needs of the worker.

“Through PCA VISION, students will push themselves to design cutting-edge, stylish and functional workwear of the future,” said Cindy McNaull, global Cordura brand and marketing director. “Cordura fabrics have been bringing durability to the workwear industry for five decades, and we are excited to see how students will demonstrate their 360-degree visions of professional clothing. Our student design award helps highlight the ethos of our new Live Durable brand positioning, as we focus on a 360-degree approach to our consumer’s durable lifestyles.”

Ten finalists will be selected from the entries and invited to bring their designs to life, with each student creating one showcase outfit. The judging panel will comprise of  representatives with experience in the professional clothing industry, workwear garment development and product design.

PCA VISION 2018 launched on September 26th, 2017. Winners will be announced live at the Professional Clothing Awards annual gala event on June 20, 2018, at The Park Plaza London Riverbank.

Posted October 18, 2017

Source: CORDURA® brand

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