Manufacturing Leadership Council’s Board Of Governors Elects Chair And Vice-Chair Positions

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — March 7, 2018 — The Manufacturing Leadership Council’s Board of Governors announces the election of two new senior-level roles. The goal is to strengthen the council’s expansion strategy and support the development of its innovative portfolio of member programs and services dedicated to driving transformational growth for the world’s manufacturing companies.

The newly elected Board roles are:

  • ML Board Chair: John Fleming, former executive vice president of Global Manufacturing and Labor affairs at Ford Motor Co.; and
  • ML Board Vice-Chair: Michael D. Packer, director of manufacturing, Advanced Production Programs at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®.

“I am honored to be able to serve in this new role with a Board of Manufacturing experts with deep knowledge and experience. I look forward to seeing the Manufacturing Leadership Council continue to grow as we search for new opportunities to increase the value for all of our current and future members,” said Manufacturing Leadership Board Chair John Fleming.

Manufacturing Leadership Board Vice-Chair Mike Packer also noted what a privilege it will be to serve in this newly established role. “I look forward to working with John, the Board of Governors, the Manufacturing Leadership staff, and the Manufacturing Leadership Council members as we position the organization for sustainable growth and value,” said Packer.

As part of their new roles, the ML Chair and Vice-Chair will work with other ML Board members and the ML executive team to help direct the Council’s five-year Strategic Plan, refine and improve ML member programs, officiate at Board and Council member meetings, and act as the public face of the ML Council in announcements and press releases.

“The establishment of these positions underscores the Council’s dedication and commitment to being truly member-driven,” said David R. Brousell, co-founder of the Manufacturing Leadership Council. “The wealth of experience and knowledge of manufacturing and all that affects it that both John and Mike bring to their new roles will enable the Council to identify the value drivers that will make the Council even more successful in the years ahead.”

Celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, Frost & Sullivan’s Manufacturing Leadership Council is the world’s foremost executive leadership organization with around 1,000 senior executive members representing multiple sectors of the global manufacturing industry.

John Fleming is former Executive Vice President for Global Manufacturing and Labor Affairs at Ford Motor Company. Previous assignments also included Chairman and CEO of Ford of Europe and Chairman of Volvo Cars. He joined Ford as an apprentice in 1967 in the UK and retired after 48 years of service in 2015. Since then he has worked as a senior-level industry consultant around the world. Current roles include Senior Advisor to Changan Automobile Group in China and Beet Analytics Technology in Michigan. He is also a Board member of Republic Airways in the U.S. Fleming joined the Manufacturing Leadership Council in January 2012 and was appointed to the Manufacturing Leadership Board of Governors in November that year. He holds an Honorary Fellowship from the John Moores University in Liverpool, U.K., and production engineering qualifications from North East London Polytechnic.

Michael (Mike) D. Packer is Director of Manufacturing, Advanced Production Programs, at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®. Previous roles include Vice President, Manufacturing Strategy and Technical Integration for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. He has been a member of the Manufacturing Leadership Council since its inception and was appointed as a founding member of the Manufacturing Leadership Board of Governors in 2010. Packer also serves as Board member and Treasurer of SME, Board Chair of the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), and Board member and Treasurer of the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC). He is a Fellow of SME and an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). Packer holds a Bachelor’s degree in industrial technology from Eastern Michigan University, an M.B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, and completed the University of Michigan’s Manufacturing Executive Program.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Frost & Sullivan

Silver Jeans Co. Finally Reveals The Secret Behind Its Successful Plus Size Collection

LOS ANGELES — March 7, 2018 — Silver Jeans Co.™, a Canada-based brand, is finally disclosing the reason behind the popularity of their plus-size collection with a new campaign featuring Vice President of Design Janice Marks. The brand revealed that Marks, who is plus size herself, has been designing the extended sizes for Silver Jeans Co. for more than a decade.

“For the last 10 years, Janice has been behind the scenes putting her heart into making our plus collection the best,” said Silver Jeans Co. CEO Michael Silver. “Now, she’s finally stepping into the spotlight to celebrate her body and show our customers how much she understands and relates to the plus community.”

Silver Jeans Co. is known for its expertise in fit, and its plus sizes are no exception. With a collection that’s been around far longer than most brands and a designer with first-hand experience, it’s clear why it is a leader in this category.

“It’s not just about making a jean bigger, there’s a lot more that goes into it,” says Marks, Silver Jeans Co. Vice President of Design. “We really take into consideration the nuances of the plus-size body — the curves, the proportions. Designing for these women is much different than regular sizes.”

The Silver Jeans Co. plus-size collection is designed with unique patterns catering to the plus body type. Rather than grading up from regular sizes, the designers develop the ideal plus base size and model each after that, a technique that’s uncommon and truly sets Silver Jeans Co. apart.

Customers can catch the campaign, which features a behind-the-scenes look at Marks and the makings of the collection, online now at silverjeans.com.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Silver Jeans Co.

Ramblers Way Launches First-Ever Cradle To Cradle Certified™ Organic Wool Clothing Line

KENNEBUNK, Maine — March 7, 2018 — In a significant advancement of its commitment to creating a sustainable future, Ramblers Way announced today the availability of the first-ever Cradle to Cradle Certified™ organic wool clothing line in the world. Ramblers Way offers 16 unique styles that are certified at the Silver level — 10 for women and six for men — using the company’s ultra-lightweight organic wool jersey in six low impact colors and silk thread. More information about the Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Certified Products Program levels achieved can be found in Ramblers Way’s product scorecard.

“We’re extremely proud to receive C2C certification for our organic wool clothing as it serves as further proof that high-quality clothing can be made in harmony with nature,” said Tom Chappell, founder and CEO, Ramblers Way. “At the same time, this certification offers ongoing opportunity for Ramblers Way to continue improving and innovating, so we can create clothing that meets the lifestyle needs of conscious consumers.”

Ramblers Way collaborated with MBDC, the world’s foremost advisors in material health, product design and the Cradle to Cradle® Design Framework founded by William McDonough and Dr. Michael Braungart, to assess the clothing line against the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Product Standard. The independent certification guides designers and manufacturers through a highly in-depth evaluation of each product component and each stage of the supply chain in five environmental and social areas: material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship and social fairness.

“Ramblers Way has set a new benchmark for clothing companies around the world,” said William McDonough, co-founder of MBDC, the originators of the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Program. “As the first company to launch a full line of Cradle to Cradle Certified™ organic wool garments, Tom Chappell and his team have once again demonstrated that size has little to do with might. I think Ramblers Way is an exciting company that surprises and delights by turning its values into value for their customers and all future generations.”

The certification applies to all Ramblers Way clothing that is also certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), which is a similarly rigorous, and complementary, system. GOTS uses independent bodies to verify compliance with internationally recognized organic textile standards at each step of the supply chain, from the moment wool is purchased to when it becomes a garment at one of Ramblers Way’s production facilities.

Launched with a commitment to protecting the planet and supporting local economies, Ramblers Way was born in 2009 when Tom Chappell began a journey to create a next-to-skin shirt that would keep him warm, soak up sweat, and wick away moisture. Tom identified Rambouillet and Merino sheep, two breeds with superfine and long staple fibers that, when spun together using a superior spinning process known as worsted, produce Ramblers Way’s proprietary yarn.

Ramblers Way wool is treated with natural enzymes to make it machine washable, and has never been subjected to the harsh chlorinated, industry standard process known as “Superwash.” As a result, Ramblers Way’s 4 ounce (less than 140 grams per square meter) fabric boasts superior softness and is the most lightweight jersey knit wool on the market. Ramblers Way 100-percent organic wool clothing certified to the GOTS and C2C standards is also made without harsh chemicals using some of the cleanest, low impact commercial dyes available. Therefore, while a typical synthetic t-shirt may take up to 60 years to decompose in nature, a wool t-shirt can decompose in less than six months.

“Our goal has always been to produce high-quality clothing that stays in your wardrobe for years to come. We are also constantly rethinking how to embrace designs that aren’t simply ‘less bad’ but also ‘more good,”’ said Nick Armentrout, Supply Chain director at Ramblers Way. “C2C and GOTS reinforce our commitments to sustainable agricultural, fair social practices, clean water standards, and end of life product requirements — a true circular path from the earth to the earth.”

Shoppers at the Portland, Maine store can meet a team of stitchers that produces Ramblers Way clothes in-store every day, as well as offers custom tailored garments to local customers. Ramblers Way also has stores in Portsmouth and Hanover, New Hampshire, and online at www.ramblersway.com.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Ramblers Way

Nanobionic® USA Announces FDA Registration

NEW YORK CITY — March 7, 2018 — Nanobionic® USA announced today that its products are regulated by the U.S Food & Drug Administration (FDA) as medical devices and general wellness products, as defined in Section 201(h) of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Nanobionic USA is FDA registered, and several Nanobionic products are listed with the FDA as medical devices.

Nanobionic technology is a high-tech patented coating that releases Far Infrared Rays (FIR) to the body. Far Infrared Rays (FIR) are invisible waves of energy that have the ability to penetrate, sooth and stimulate the human body.

Nanobionic technology is the world’s most advanced far infrared technology on the market, that delivers up to 99 percent of far infrared emissivity, which is the most beneficial to the human body.

Nanobionic is a unique clinically proven patented technology that is applied to various textiles in bedding, apparel (activewear, sportswear, military), and health care sectors, to name a few. All textiles that are treated with Nanobionic technology offer the benefit of the safe and effective natural FIR energy to the body, which has been proven to stimulate local blood flow, delivering oxygen and vital nutrients to cells.

When applied to bedding products, it stimulates local blood flow, helps reduce cold hands and feet, promotes restful and quality of sleep, increases faster recovery and enhances overall wellness of being.

When applied to apparel it stimulates local blood flow, improves athletic performance, boosts energy, increases strength and endurance, enhances faster recovery, reduces fatigue, and increases general wellness of being.

Nanobionic USA’s Founder and CEO, George Psipsikas, said: “We have tirelessly worked to perfect our technology and applied it to products that people use in their daily life, becoming a game changer on how people will be benefiting from clothing, bedding and various other products to improve their life.”

A recent breakthrough study also showed that Nanobionic technology can reduce Free Radicals and Oxidative Stress on a cellular level. This is the first time ever that clinical studies have proven that fabrics (textiles) can provide such benefits to the human body, concluding that the application possibilities are endless.

Nanobionic technology has received 12 international awards for innovation, and is the next generation in bio-functional textiles, combining science, technology and nature to enhance your life.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Nanobionic USA

Jonathan Goff Promoted To Vice President, Youlin Pan Named Senior Research Fellow At Gelest

MORRISVILLE, Pa. — March 7, 2018 — Dr. Jonathan Goff has been promoted to vice president of Research & Development at Gelest Inc., and Dr. Youlin Pan has been named senior research fellow, adding to his current title of senior R&D manager.

Goff will broaden his role as a strategic partner in facilitating customer relationships, research initiatives and operational efficiencies. He will continue to manage the Polymer Development and Technical Services groups, and to help lead the Silanes & Metal-Organics and Research Engineering groups. An 8-year veteran of Gelest, Goff has been an integral part of the Research & Development team’s growth.

Pan is senior research & development manager of Silanes & Metal Organics, and senior research fellow. In addition to continuing to manage his research & development group, Pan will broaden his role in developing and expanding the capabilities of Gelest Research & Development and overall operations. He has been with Gelest for more than 21 years, and is a trusted resource for silicon and metal-organic chemistry expertise.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Gelest Inc.

JEC World 2018 Hosts Composite Challenge Program For Students

PARIS — March 7, 2018 — With JEC World 2018, JEC Group turns Paris into the world’s capital of composites. This year, JEC Group has launched its latest program, the Composite Challenge, adding it to the dozen or so existing programs and hundreds of organized events. The program gives the floor to 10 Ph.D. students, allowing each one of them five minutes to explain their research project, using a single slide. “Ever faithful to its misson, JEC Group has set up a program based on the fact that scientific research is a powerful innovation driver,” explained JEC Group President and CEO Frédérique MUTEL. “JEC’s team of experts have homed in on the most high-tech trends and knowledge to identify and encourage the sector’s next generation of leaders, thereby creating a new bridge between academics and the industry.”

Composite Challenge: Fuel For Innovation

With an introduction by additive manufacturing expert Dayton Horvath, the ceremony included a session on the fascinating topic of artificial intelligence.
After the promising presentations of the 10 Ph.D.s, this is the public who had the honor to choose Alexandre Mordasini, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne as winner of the first Composite Challenge by voting during the ceremony! He studies discontinuous fiber composite tubes for high-performance applications

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: JEC Group

Motion Industries Announces New Distribution Center In Pacific Northwest

BIRMINGHAM, AL — March 7, 2018 — Motion Industries, Inc., a distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts and a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, will open a new distribution center in Auburn, WA, late spring in 2018.

Enhancing Motion Industries’ logistical network, the new distribution center (DC) will serve 24 area Motion Industries branch locations daily, as well as the entire Motion Industries North American footprint (500+ locations) as needed. Covering just over 62,000 square feet, the DC will stock and ship a broad range of industrial parts and supplies including bearings, power transmission products, fluid power components, electrical parts, safety supplies, and more.

“The opening of this DC is a strategic initiative to amplify our service and commitment to our customers in the Pacific Northwest,” said Joe Limbaugh, Motion Industries VP of Operations/Distribution/Properties.

Tim Breen, Motion Industries President and CEO, said, “Speed to market is important to customers, and it is important to us. This distribution center’s location will be key to getting customers the parts and supplies they need even faster than before.”

The new facility will complement Motion’s existing, primary North American distribution centers in Birmingham, AL; Tracy, CA; Chicago, IL; Baltimore, MD; Dallas, TX; Edmonton, AB; and Lachine, QC.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Motion Industries

VDMA: German Technology Meets Indian Textiles And Nonwovens – Visitor Registration Is Now Open

FRANKFURT / MUMBAI — March 7, 2018 — Decision-makers from the Indian textile and nonwoven industry are warmly invited to register under www.germantech-indiantextile.de for the next VDMA Textile Machinery Conference and B2B-Forum from 15 to 16 May 2018 in Mumbai (Hotel The Leela). Registration is mandatory. The VDMA will bear organizational costs (no entrance fee). Deadline for registration: April 30, 2018.

The VDMA organizes the event in close co-operation with the VDMA India Office, important media partners and Indian textile associations such as CITI. More than 30 well-known VDMA textile machinery and component manufacturers will hold 36 application-oriented presentations about spinning, knitting, weaving, finishing, dyeing and embroidery. Other important cross topics, such as automation, digitalization (Industry 4.0) and smart production technologies will show all kind of Indian textile manufacturers how to improve their competitiveness.

State-of-the-art-technology will be presented in three sessions:

  • Textile machinery & components for the fiber & yarn industry (May 15, 2018)
  • Textile machinery & components for the technical textiles and nonwovens industry (May 15 & 16, 2018)
  • Textile machinery & components for the apparel, home textile & carpet industry

(May 15 & 16, 2018) – program: www.germantech-indiantextile.de/program.html

In addition, a training seminar at Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute will take place on 17 May 2018 at the premises of VJTI in Mumbai. Mrs. Regina Brückner, chairperson of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association states: “The knowledge needed to keep up in the textile business is changing at a faster rate, which makes lifelong learning a must. The knowledge transfer at the VDMA event will improve the competitiveness of the Indian textile industry not only in the short but also in the medium and long-term. The students of today are the decision-makers and technical managers of tomorrow.”

Participating VDMA member companies:

  • ANDRITZ Küsters
  • AUTEFA Solutions Germany
  • Benninger Zell
  • BRÜCKNER Textile Technologies
  • DILO SYSTEMS
  • DILO TEMAFA
  • Lindauer DORNIER
  • ERBATECH
  • Erhardt+Leimer
  • FESTO
  • GROZ-BECKERT
  • INTERSPARE
  • IQ-SPS
  • KÜSTERS TEXTILE
  • MAHLO
  • Mayer & Cie.
  • KARL MAYER
  • Monforts
  • Neuenhauser
  • Oerlikon Manmade Fibers
  • Reseda Binder
  • SAURER Accotex
  • SAURER Texparts
  • Sedo Treepoint
  • SETEX
  • TEXPA
  • THIES
  • TRÜTZSCHLER NONWOVENS & MAN-MADE FIBERS
  • TRÜTZSCHLER SPINNING
  • WEITMANN & KONRAD – WEKO
  • WELKER VACUUM, ZSK

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: VDMA

Kelheim Fibres Earns USDA Certified Biobased Product Label

KELHEIM, Germany — March 7, 2018 — Viscose specialty fiber manufacturer Kelheim Fibres has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product label. The products DANUFIL®, GALAXY® and VILOFT® are now able to display a unique USDA label that highlights their biobased origin.
Third-party verification is administered through the USDA BioPreferred® Program, an initiative created by the 2002 Farm Bill (expanded by the 2014 Farm Bill). One of the goals of the BioPreferred Program is to increase the development, purchase and use of biobased products. Utilizing renewable, biobased materials displaces the need for non-renewable petroleum-based chemicals.

These products have played an increasingly important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions that exacerbate global climate change. Biobased products are cost-comparative, readily available, and perform as well as or better than their conventional counterparts.

“Our fibers are completely made of pure wood pulp,” said Horst Wörner, business manager, Kelheim Fibres. “They combine perfectly the advantages of a product from renewable raw materials with the possibilities of industrial production such as a consistent quality and tailor-made design for meeting the customer’s exact needs. A clear and correct labeling of biobased products helps to create awareness for the benefits of these articles. The USDA Certified Biobased Product” Label is the perfect complement to our previously earned labels as for example the ‘compostable’ sign or the ‘OK biodegradable MARINE’ certificate.”

“We applaud Kelheim Fibres for earning the USDA Certified Biobased Product label,” said Kate Lewis, USDA BioPreferred Program. “Products from Kelheim Fibres GmbH are contributing to an ever-expanding marketplace that decreases our reliance on petroleum.”

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Kelheim Fibres GmbH


Eventsport Presents The Next Generation Of Bandy Sticks Reinforced By TeXtreme®

BORÅS, Sweden — March 7, 2018 — INXIDE has collaborated with Eventsport and Swedish elite players to develop the next generation of bandy sticks, the RELEASE, reinforced with TeXtreme®.

”Through our partnership with TeXtreme® we were able to integrate their high performance material into our new RELEASE stick. By adding TeXtreme®, we reduced the weight while optimizing the correct dampening, balance and flex properties” says Anders Holmkvist R&D Manager at INXIDE. “Since the beginning of the project, we knew that we wanted to work with TeXtreme®. We have seen the difference TeXtreme® Technology has made in ice hockey sticks and floorball sticks which both utilize the unique qualities of TeXtreme®.”

“We’re proud of how this next generation of sticks turned out. Our partnership with INXIDE and TeXtreme® has made it possible to move from the traditional wooden stick to a composite stick, which is quite new in bandy. It will not only help the players performance on the ice, it will also reduce the amount of sticks used during a season.” says Jens Öberg, CEO, Eventsport.

TeXtreme® Spread Tow carbon reinforcements are a unique kind of composite reinforcement which helps brands who are seeking to reduce weight and improve mechanical properties of their products. Many sports have seen the use of TeXtreme® make an immediate and dominant impact on performance from Formula 1 racing, Americas Cup, advanced aerospace applications, bicycles and other sporting goods products. In addition, over 400 NHL players use sticks reinforced by this carbon fiber technology.

“TeXtreme® is becoming the new standard carbon fiber reinforcement for high-end applications where low weight and performance is key. We’re proud to be a part of and help products to be at the fore front of innovation” says Henrik Blycker, CEO of Oxeon.

Companies utilizing the TeXtreme® Technology achieve better properties on weight, stiffness, and strength on their composite products compared to those using other carbon fiber materials.

The RELEASE stick will be available at retail in July.

Posted March 7, 2018

Source: Oxeon AB

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