SHIMA SEIKI To Exhibit At Première Vision New York

WAKAYAMA, Japan — January 10, 2018 — SHIMA SEIKI Mfg., Ltd. will exhibit at the Première Vision show in New York this month. It will once again participate in the “Manufacturing” area dedicated to technical and logistical manufacturing solutions as sole machine technologist with a machine exhibit.

Given current conditions in garment manufacturing especially in the United States, Shimai Seiki’s proposals at Première Vision New York should be of timely significance. Reinforcing the Made in USA movement for returning garment production back on- shore, consumer trends such as increase in online shopping activity have also changed supply chain requirements, with growing demand for mass customization and short turnaround. The combination of Shima Seiki’s WHOLEGARMENT® knit- ting technology and SDS-ONE APEX3 3D design system offers an ideal manufacturing model to support such new demand in e-commerce and customization.

Because of their capability to produce elegant items in their entirety in 3-D without the need for sewing or linking, Wholegarment knitting machines realize high-quality quick response production thanks to reduced lead times as well as reduced dependence on labor. These qualities are maximized with the latest MACH2XS machine on display at Première Vision.

Wholegarment knitting, together with the aforementioned SDS-ONE APEX3, form a synergy that provides revolutionary game-changing flexibility in the knit supply chain. Ultra-realistic simulation capability on APEX3 allows Virtual Sampling to minimize the time, cost, energy and material that the sample-making process requires with current manufacturing. With this new manufacturing model, on-demand knitting realizes optimized inventory, eliminating waste from the production cycle for truly sustainable fashion.

Posted January 10, 2018

Source: Shima Seiki

eurolaser Presents Textile Cutting In Large Format

LÜNEBURG, Germany — January 10, 2018 — Eurolaser from Germany has changed large-format textile processing with the laser cutting machine 3XL-3200. Blinds, curtains, shutters and gates require clean textile cuts in extremely large formats. Here, eurolaser is the only supplier in the upper quality segment that offers processing tables with a width and length of up to 3.20 meters.

Interested parties can experience the 3XL-3200 in live demonstration at stand B78 in hall The precise roll feeding and the tension-free transport via the specially developed conveyor ensure maximum reliability. eurolaser consultants will answer all questions on individual processing situations and requirements directly on-site.

eurolaser system tables combine Swiss precision with German engineering. They are fundamentally modular and are configured individually for customers and their applications.  Consequently, various requirements for the processing can be taken into account. For example, engravings, markings or labels can be added in just one single production run. Besides, other tools e.g. for optical recognition on printed materials can be integrated.

eurolaser’s durable and high-precision laser cutting systems can process a variety of materials, e.g. plastics, foams, textiles, adhesive foils, woods, acrylics, composites and much more. The high-quality components guarantee reliability, extreme long service life and a positive price-performance balance for the user. By acquiring a eurolaser system, a long-standing partnership with the manufacturer will be established. This ensures competent and fast support, the supply of high-quality materials and spare parts as well as the ongoing option for expansions. The eurolaser-ACADEMY offers all necessary user seminars concerning efficient and environmentally friendly operation and maintenance on-site. In addition, there are user tips, further developments and new problem solutions so that manufacturing processes can be further optimised or extended.

Posted January 10, 2018

Source: eurolaser

Devan‘s New Product Line – Revitalizing Skin & Body Through Textiles

RONSE — January 10, 2018 — Devan Chemicals, a Belgium-based developer of finishing technologies for textiles, recently launched a new product line. These revitalizing agents enable textile manufacturers to boost their textiles and offer health & wellness to consumers.

Boost textiles and enhance well being

In our daily lives, we are confronted with energy loss, sleep deprivation, ageing, allergens, pollution, UV “damage”,… you name it. Devan has found a way to boost the textiles we sleep on, so they can help to reduce negative impacts from “outside” and enhance our well being.

The patented encapsulation technology enables Devan to create the right blend for the required purpose. Environmentally safe and skin-friendly.

Skin care through Textiles: R-Vital

With ageing, our bodies’ natural protection against free radicals declines. R-Vital textile treatments can help to strengthen our bodies natural defenses against free radicals.

Our skin is the largest organ in our body. The treated textiles touch our skin. The revitalising ingredients enter inside our bodies and become active. Devan R-vital will boost textiles with a range of ingredients, such as anti-oxidants, that offer extra protection against free radicals, ageing, pollution, UV.

Our skin is the ideal means for the transport of revitalising solutions. The treated textiles contain encapsulated ingredients like Ubiquinol, the advanced CoQ10. The content of the capsules is set free through the movement of our bodies and can be absorbed by our skin and transported throughout our body where the anti-oxidants will disarm free radicals and complement other anti-oxidants.

Posted January 10, 2018

Source: Devan Chemicals

Fiberactive Organics Introduces Sewpure™ Organic Cotton Thread

APEX, N.C. — January 10, 2018 — Fiberactive Organics LLC continues its nearly 20-year history in organic cotton thread manufacturing and distribution, and has announced today the official product launch of, Sewpure™, the strongest GOTS certified, organic cotton thread on the market in multi-purpose, Tex 40 and heavy-duty, Tex 70.  Fiberactive Organics has made it its business to bring essential organic cotton sewing products to the world, and Sewpure is the next step in that legacy.

“Sewpure is specifically designed for customers that have had to turn away from using organic cotton thread because of strength issues,” said founder and company spokesman, Julie Moore. Both weights of Sewpure are 3-ply for durability, and are made of certified organic cotton grown and spun in India.  Sewpure Tex 40 is strong enough for sportswear and home decor projects while being thin enough for use in overlock, zig-zag, and domestic sewing machines; the Tex 70 is strong and durable enough for jeans, outerwear, duffle bags other canvas products.

Fiberactive’s natural-colored Sewpure is completely untreated, “Nothing has been done to the cotton beyond washing,” says Moore, “It’s perfect for manufacturers doing piece dyeing.” And for those who are looking for colored organic thread, Fiberactive will start the Sewpure brand with a short range of earthy hues and will expand the palette on demand. They also have the capability to produce custom colors from Pantone numbers or DTM swatches.  Always in support of new designers and eco-entrepreneurs, Fiberactive Organics offers Sewpure at a comfortable price and keeps their minimum order quantities low.

Fiberactive Organics has been on the cutting edge of organic cotton sewing products for many years.  In 2007, along with South Carolina’s YLI Corp., Fiberactive Organics brought to market their first organic cotton thread, Fiberactive Natural, a Tex 30 natural colored, organic cotton thread spun in Peru. Fiberactive then became the North American distributor of Scanfil, a Tex 35 organic cotton thread spun in the Netherlands and finished in 34 colors.

Sewpure, the latest in Fiberactive’s family of organic cotton thread, is more robust than their other brands.  “Sewpure fills a huge gap in what we could offer the sewing market.” Moore said.

In order to implement Fiberactive’s core values, to protect the earth and provide good conditions for textile workers and their families, Sewpure is put up on recyclable plastic cones and recycled content cardboard tubes, and is packaged in compostable, vegetable-based plastic. “It’s not enough to make organic cotton thread. If we’re generating plastic trash and greenhouse gasses in order to bring that thread to our customers we’re not doing the whole job. Being sustainable involves every part of every product, and how it’s made, and how it’s shipped.”

The world is looking for products and brands that are environmentally and socially responsible from start to finish, Fiberactive is developing organic cotton sewing materials that are just that. Sustainability is not a goal, at Fiberactive it is the foundation of the company. Enabling garment and home products manufacturers to make their products completely organically has been the company’s focus for the past 15 years. Sewpure is the fulfillment of long-held goals and the beginning of a new chapter for a company that is deeply rooted in the earth.

Posted January 10, 2018

Source: Fiberactive Organics

EXENTA To Showcase Latest Innovations In Shop Floor Control, ERP, And PLM At Colombiatex

NEW YORK CITY — January 10, 2018 — EXENTA (formerly Simparel) announced its participation in the Colombiatex 2018 trade show on January 23-25 in Medellin, Colombia. The company will showcase its latest advancements and provide hands-on demonstrations of its industry-leading Shop Floor Control (SFC), ERP, and PLM solutions in the Red Pavilion, Booth #126.

According to EXENTA President and CEO Roberto Mangual, “We look forward to another excellent Colombiatex show and to meeting with the many international business leaders that attend this important event. As our Shop Floor Control solution is already very popular in Colombia and the region, we are excited to showcase the many significant developments we have made to this product in recent months. We will also feature a wide range of new enhancements to our ERP and PLM products that we believe make it a perfect fit for companies in Latin America. We invite all attendees to visit our booth to learn how they can leverage these innovative technologies to transform their businesses.”

At Colombiatex, EXENTA will highlight a new Advanced Payroll Module with Face Check for its EXENTA™ Shopfloor real-time shop floor control solution. These advancements incorporate leading-edge facial confirmation technology with an all-new advanced payroll module. The facial confirmation technology works with the system’s Android® tablets to add security, speed up the clock-in process, and streamline employee verification.

EXENTA PLM REVO™, the all-new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution, delivers a cloud/web-based platform that effectively redefines the user experience by enhancing design creativity and productivity, automating tasks and processes, and providing easy to understand analytics that drive more-timely and better-informed business decisions across the product design, development and production processes.

In addition to a host of new usability and productivity enhancements, EXENTA Enterprise now has an all-new, fully integrated Financial Management module. By recording and tracking every meaningful financial transaction occurring throughout the internal and supply chain operations, it enables companies to quickly access, query, and report from a single, always up-to-date record of all their finance and accounting activities.

Simparel recently changed its name to EXENTA, reflecting the growing and fast-developing company that it has become.

Posted January 9, 2018

Source: EXENTA

New AATCC Executive Vice President

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — January 8, 2018 — On November 16, 2017, the AATCC Board of Directors met and  approved the hiring of Brian C. Francois as the new AATCC executive vice president to succeed Jack Daniels upon the latter’s retirement in March 2018.

Francois is currently the CEO of the Pulcra Chemicals Group (formerly Cognis Corp. and Henkel Textile Technology). He has had a successful career in leadership positions for his current company, which he joined in 1992, as Senior Sales Representative.

As Technical Manager, Francois teamed with chemists to set targets for developing new chemicals and received sixpatents for innovation in textile chemistry in a two-year period. From 2001 to 2005, Francois expertly managed global sales, marketing, and product development teams in four countries as Global Business Manager—Active Textiles. In this role, he grew sales by $5M in three years.

Francois was named Business Director, Textile Technology in 2005 and fostered relationships with affiliates and customers in Europe and Asia. He also led employees in US, Mexico, and distributors in Canada. In 2009, Francois became President—US Business and oversaw the relocation of US business into new facilities with growth of 100% over five years. He became Vice President—Americas in 2011, and Global CEO in 2014. He was responsible for leading the reorganization of Brazilian operations and more recently a management team with new company core value and corporate vision. He established global integration and core management systems that improved employee satisfaction and increased productivity.

His knowledge of the consumer apparel end-use market, global textile industry, and experience in expanding businesses into new geographical areas will be a great benefit to AATCC. Francois has been an active member of AATCC for more than 25 years, and served for several years as chair of the Committee on Conferences, and as chair of the Olney Awards Committee. He was a voting member of the Wet Processing Machinery Committee
and currently is a non-voting member of the Preparation Test Methods Committee. He also served on the Awards Oversight Committee.

Francois and his wife, Julie, plan to attendthe 2018 International Conference in Greenville, SC, USA on March 6-8, 2018, to meet the AATCC members in attendance. Francois will start as the new AATCC Executive Vice President on April 2, 2018.

Posted January 9, 2017

Source: AATCC

CORDURA® Brand And Triple Aught Design Debut New Collection Featuring CORDURA® Combat WoolTM Yarn For Tough Missions And Everyday Adventures

WICHITA, KS — January 9, 2018—  INVISTA’s CORDURA® brand announces an exciting new product adoption from gear and apparel specialist Triple Aught Design, which features CORDURA® Combat WoolTM yarn that blends Merino wool with high tenacity nylon fiber to raise the standard for resiliency in wool garments. The collection features two sweaters – the Echelon and the Journeyman – that were launched in fall 2017 and will be on display at Winter Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2018 – CORDURA® brand booth #54037-UL.

“With a heritage rooted in the military, Triple Aught Design is incorporating its knowledge of strong, rigorous gear and apparel to expand in outdoor products,” said Phil Adams, marketing and interactive services at Triple Aught Design. “We apply thorough design, high attention to detail, and strict tolerances to ensure our products meet our consumer’s most rigorous needs. When we combine this expertise with the traditional feel and durability of CORDURA® Combat WoolTM yarn, the outcome is apparel that enables versatility, whether our consumers are on their toughest mission or an everyday adventure.”

The Triple Aught Echelon sweater is versatile and reliable, designed to meet the demands of cool weather. The specially designed construction featuring CORDURA® Combat WoolTM yarn technology helps provide enhanced resiliency combined with the natural thermoregulating properties of wool. With a subtle reverse bamboo knit detailing this classic raglan crew has a modern edge.

The Triple Aught Journeyman continues a tradition of excellence with an added twist, inspired by the Type A-1 sweater issued by the United States Army Air Force during World War II. Initially, a sweater style made for engineers and mechanics, then pilots and other aircrew to wear under their leather flight jackets, it’s now been updated for everyday use. Featuring contrasting ribbing details, signature slotted buttons for improved functionality, and CORDURA® Combat WoolTM yarn technology for long-lasting durability.

“Today’s consumers are looking for gear that allows them to adapt from one environment to the next – design driven, versatile functionality with a built in endurance edge. Incorporating CORDURA® Combat WoolTM yarn technology into this specialized gear offers seamless integration of a time-tested traditional favorite such as wool, blended with high performance man-made fiber technologies for enhanced durability,” said Cindy McNaull, global CORDURA® brand and marketing director. “When we can collaborate with brands who share our same passion for pushing the limits of gear and apparel, that helps us enable consumers to Live DurableTM.”

For more information on CORDURA® brand and Triple Aught Design products, visit Winter Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show booth #54037-UL.

Posted January 9, 2018

Source: INVISTA

VIVOBAREFOOT, Together With Sensoria, Debut First Internet-Connected Barefoot Shoe

LAS VEGAS — January 9, 2018— Global barefoot shoe company VIVOBAREFOOT and Sensoria, a premier wearable smart technology company, announced today the debut of the VIVOBAREFOOT Smart Shoe, powered by Sensoria – the first IoT-enabled shoe with an ultra thin sole that allows the foot to do its natural thing. The companies previewed this connected shoe concept at CES 2017 and spent the past year bringing the concept to reality. As a result, the new shoe, with one layer of fabric thin pressure sensors, enables users to record natural movement without any underfoot padding or interference. The connected barefoot movement shoe will be available for purchase in Q2 2018.

The new VIVOBAREFOOT Smart Shoe, powered by Sensoria, comes with embedded Sensoria technology in the form of the thinnest pressure sensors in the world, localized in the plantar area, and detachable, rechargeable and reusable Sensoria Core hardware, which collects data and streams to the user’s mobile phone. The connected devices detect forces, such as impact score, foot landing and contact time metrics with extreme precision.

From there, a step-by-step natural running transition training plan with artificial intelligence technology delivers real-time audio and visual feedback via both a mobile app and web dashboard. The system monitors speed, pace, cadence, GPS track, foot landing technique, ground time, impact score and eventually, asymmetry and toe engagement, which are important metrics to monitor natural running technique and reduce the risk of injury.

“Our new connected smart shoe will play a pivotal role in educating people about natural movement,” said Galahad Clark, VIVOBAREFOOT founder and MD. “Through our partnership with Sensoria, we’re able to offer real-time transition advice and visual proof of the incredible sensory feedback loop between feet and brain.”

“With the new VIVOBAREFOOT Smart Shoe, natural runners are empowered with real-time feedback to help them run faster, farther and healthier,” said CEO and co-founder Davide Vigano. “Sensoria’s proprietary sensors, microelectronics and the new Sensoria Run 2.0 app make it easy for runners to identify bad habits and correct them, helping to improve running form and minimize the risk of injuries.”

The new smart shoe will be available for preview at 2018 CES starting January 9 at the Sensoria booth #44937, located in the Technology & Fitness Marketplace in Tech West, Sands Expo, Level 2. The new product will be available for purchase to consumers in the second half of 2018.

Posted January 9, 2018

Source: VIVOBAREFOOT

Pindler Announces The Release Of Three New Exclusive Collections Of High-Quality Decorative Fabrics

MOORPARK, Calif. — January 9, 2018— Pindler, an industry leader and international wholesaler of decorative fabrics, has announced the release of three new exclusive collections — the Andean Collection, the Indoor/Outdoor Sunbelievable™ Collection and Fusion Collection.

The three collections are detailed below:

1) The Exclusive Andean Collection, which launched at the end of October, is a selection of seven designs — all exclusive to Pindler — that draw inspiration from the rich traditions of Andean textiles spanning across the Andes Mountains from Ecuador to Chile. The culture-inspired collection is contemporized through the use of vibrant and natural colors, hand-woven from natural yarns such as spun wool, linen and cotton, and triple-washed to emulate a hand-loomed effect.

2) The Exclusive Sunbelievable™ Collection, which launched in November, is a selection of modern, vibrant colors perfect for any indoor and outdoor setting. Woven from solution-dyed acrylic and polyester — making it fade-proof and easy to clean — this collection offers a myriad of bright and fresh colorways that retain color and strength.

3) The Exclusive Fusion Collection, which also launched in November, is a group of modern global designs that draw inspiration from traditional artesian cloths. Featuring patterns from Moroccan rugs, and kuba, mud and tapa cloths, the eclectic collection reinterprets these centuries’ old traditions with a contemporary vision using earth tone colors, modern neutrals and novelty yarns.

These collections are available at Pindler’s 16 showroom locations across the country

Posted January 9, 2018

Source: Pindler

Freudenberg Group Plans Technology Briefings For Customers

PLYMOUTH, Mich. — January 9, 2018— The Freudenberg Group will showcase a broad range of products for its customers during press and supplier day previews during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Senior executives from seven of the company’s business units, including Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, Vibracoustic, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, Freudenberg Performance Materials, Kluber Lubrication, Chem-Trend and VIAM, will host technology previews for their automotive customers at the Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Riverfront hotel during auto-show preview week (Jan. 16-18).

“Freudenberg provides the auto industry with a wide variety of products from vibration-control systems and lubricants to leading-edge sealing technologies,” noted Bob Evans, president of Freudenberg North America. “The Detroit auto show gives us a unique opportunity to update our customers on product technology developments, as well as to introduce various new products.”

Freudenberg develops and delivers innovative solutions for internal combustion, hybrid, electric and fuel-cell powered vehicles focused on the challenging future of mobility. During Detroit’s auto show preview days, the company also will showcase a new online “automotive mobility” platform designed to share future industry forecasts and observations as well as Freudenberg’s contributions to the future of mobility.

Dr. Tilman Krauch, the company’s chief technology officer and a member of the Freudenberg Group Board of Management, noted that Freudenberg technology and products on display at the Crown Plaza will include:

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies
In support of traditional and new mobility options, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies will display products that assist with thermal management, power efficiency and friction- and weight-reduction challenges. Among the products on display are revolutionary Levitex®, Levitas and Levitorq families of low-friction seals and gaskets that reduce friction by up to 90 percent versus traditional components.

In addition, visitors will be able to see DIAvent pressure management solutions for batteries used in electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, Plug & Seal Systems that reduce weight and leakage issues, and radial shaft and crankshaft seal components that integrate electrically-conductive nonwoven materials and sensors to optimize powertrain function and performance.

Vibracoustic
Vibracoustic, known for its innovative vibration-control solutions, will feature several new products that address future mobility trends related to noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). Frank Mueller, CEO of Vibracoustic, noted that topics discussed and showcased in Detroit will include a tube-in-tube prop-shaft decoupling system, which makes hybridization of existing architectures easier; an overrunning damper-isolator pulley, which helps to reduce emissions, and air spring suspension systems with benefits for fully electric vehicles.

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies
Hybrid-electric, electric and autonomous vehicle systems are dramatically changing vehicle architecture and creating opportunities for interior filtration features that will impact passenger health and comfort. Freudenberg Filtration Technologies will display sophisticated new filtration systems designed for next-generation vehicles of all kinds.

Freudenberg Performance Materials
Freudenberg Performance Materials will showcase an aerodynamic underbody system with a unique multi-layer composite that offers improved durability, rigidity, and road-noise absorption. The new composite also offers weight savings of 15 to 40 percent compared to conventional underbody systems and is 100-percent recyclable.

The performance materials group also will introduce a lithium-ion battery separator made from ultra-thin PET nonwoven materials. Impregnated with ceramic particles, the new separator guarantees reliable separation, high energy efficiency, easy-and-economical installation and safe operation.

Kluber Lubrication
Kluber will display proven solutions for combating squeaks, rattles and a variety of other NVH issues that affect automotive quality. Today’s cars and light trucks have more than 250 friction points and Kluber has developed the right lubricant for each, including applications for braking, steering, chassis, suspension and powertrain systems.

Chem-Trend
Executives from Freudenberg’s Chem-Trend group will discuss the company’s ability to develop customer-specific solutions for a wide variety of die-casting, injection-molding and composite-molding applications – solutions based on the latest advances in water- and solvent-based technologies.

VIAM
VIAM, the most recent addition to the Freudenberg family of businesses, also will exhibit in the Freudenberg suite during NAIAS preview week. With manufacturing plants in Tennessee and Mexico, the company supplies carpeted and all-weather floor, trunk and cargo mats for major car makers in North America.

Posted January 9, 2018

Source: Freudenberg North America

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