CORDURA® Brand and “Monsieur-T.” Debut The Re/Mastered Collection: 20th Century Icons Reinvented With Today’s Performance Denims

WICHITA, Kan. — April 19, 2017 — Inspired by iconic 20th century utility silhouettes, the CORDURA® brand ‘Re/Mastered’ Collection makes its debut at Kingpins Amsterdam April 19-20, 2017. Featuring garments curated by ‘Monsieur-T.’ International Design Studio (Paris), this collaborative collection melds historic 20th century garments with modern 21st century techniques. Made using specially engineered Cordura fabrics from leading mills Arvind, Artistic Milliners, Cone Denim, and Kipas, this collection is a tribute to Cordura Denim, the enduring fabric of the future.

“The Re/Mastered Collection is a true embodiment of ‘heritage meets innovation,'” said Cindy McNaull, global Cordura brand and marketing director. “Through this collaboration, we’re able to work with our valuable authorized mills, ‘Monsieur-T’ and Denim Authority to create a vintage yet high-tech collection in celebration of our 50th anniversary.”

The silhouettes created for the collection borrow from the functional shapes and authentic details of iconic garments from the past, taking inspiration from workwear, motorcycling, and even military applications. From ’60s firefighter jackets to brewery aprons to mechanic’s coveralls, this exciting new collection reimagines these original pieces, “remastering” each garment using the latest cutting-edge Cordura Denims:

  • Arvind’s classic Cordura Denim is well washed and worn and has been hammered hard in the line of duty. It is highlighted in a 1940s-style Belgian coverall with genuine detailing borrowed from the versatile work uniform of the traditional army mechanic.
  • Artistic Milliners’ heavy duty, indigo blue, specially engineered 15 osy Cordura Denim has been uniquely remastered for a heritage workwear outfit that mixes a 1960s-style Swiss fireman’s jacket, with a classic pant and a traditional German work apron.
  • Taking inspiration from across Europe and different decades of the 20th century, a classic 1960s-style Dutch utilitarian field jacket combined with retro French motorcycle pants has been reimagined through Cone Denim’s vintage-inspired Cordura red-edge selvage denim.
  • Kipas Cordura Canvas fabric has been custom dyed in British Khaki to create a heritage work outfit featuring a 1920s-style classic French workwear pant, a reinvented Fireman’s jacket and a German brewery apron.
    All garments in the Re/Mastered collection were specially dyed and finished by the Denim Authority team in Tunisia to give the fabrics the authentic worn heritage look and feel that is central to the collection’s style.

“Our studio reached out to find real collectible pieces from the past, which is in perfect alignment with the Cordura brand’s 50th anniversary year. Blending “Monsieur-T.” Studio designs with Cordura Denim technicity and vintage flair makes for trend-driven utility clothing,” said Tilmann Wröbel, denim guru and founder of “Monsieur-T.” “Our dream was to combine science and innovation in products that showed a human touch through signs of time and wear, and the addition of Cordura fabrics from some of the world’s leading denim mills really brought the collection to life.”

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: Cordura

Five Surprising Facts About Supima Cotton

JEFFERSON, Ga. — April 18, 2017 — What is Supima? What’s the difference between Supima and Pima cotton? And why is Supima so desirable? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. As the largest licensed spinner of Supima cotton in the United States, Buhler Quality Yarns has produced and championed the fiber for over 20 years.

What is Supima cotton?

First things first: Supima cotton is used to designate high-quality American-grown Pima cotton, an extra-long staple cotton (ELS). Supima® is a trademarked brand controlled by a non-profit organization of the same name.

The non-profit, established in 1954, only allows licensed companies to use the name Supima, a portmanteau of superior Pima. Growers, textile mills, manufacturers, and apparel brands need to meet strict quality requirements to earn the right to call their American-grown Pima cotton Supima cotton.

What’s the difference between Supima, Pima, and Egyptian cotton?

In short, all Supima cotton is American Pima, but not all Pima is Supima. Pima cotton generally refers to all ELS cotton grown in the US, Peru, Israel, and Australia. Pima may also be interwoven with lesser-quality cotton — only Supima cotton is guaranteed to be 100-percent American Pima. Products are often fraudulently labeled as Pima by suppliers who blend in or substitute less expensive cotton.

As Bloomberg recently reported, “It’s been an open secret among experts in the cotton industry that products often labeled as 100 percent Egyptian or Pima cotton are made in part or entirely of cheaper cotton.” According to Applied DNA Sciences, a forensic science biotech company cited in Bloomberg, 83 percent of tested products labeled 100-percent Pima were partially or entirely made of another type of cotton.

Egyptian cotton is, in theory, a similar high-quality ELS cotton. Unfortunately, fraud runs rampant: about 90 percent of products labeled “Egyptian cotton” are fake, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Additionally, much of the cotton grown in Egypt that can be accurately called “Egyptian cotton” is merely long staple, not ELS, meaning the fibers are shorter, weaker, and coarser, leading to lesser-quality fabrics.

Now that we’ve covered the basics of Supima, let’s explore five fun facts about the brand.

Fact #1: Supima fibers are longer, stronger, and finer—which leads to a bevy of benefits

A cotton’s fibers need to be at least 1 3/8” long to earn the extra-long staple (ELS) designation, but Supima is one of the longest ELS cottons around. With an average length over 1 7/16”, Supima’s long fibers and superior strength result in a stronger yarn. This means Supima fabrics can be made finer (lightweight) and softer than other cotton counterparts.

Additionally, Supima’s fibers themselves are much finer than their conventional counterpart varieties. Fiber fineness, combined with length and strength, result in a silky feel, luxurious luster, less pilling, and the ability to achieve greater color shade depth.

Fact #2: Pima is only 3 Percent of American-grown cotton and 1 Percent of global cotton—Supima is even rarer

Only 3% of the cotton grown in America is Pima, and even less than that qualifies to bear the Supima name. The grand majority of American cotton is of the upland variety, primarily grown around the Delta region, the Southeast, and Texas.

Fact #3: Supima cotton can only grow in desert climates

American Pima can only be grown in a few select regions, like the Southwest and Far West region; that’s because the premium plant requires a nice long growing season in a hot, arid environment. Rather than being rain-fed, Supima cotton plants need to be fully irrigated.

Fact #4: American Pima cotton used to be called American-Egyptian cotton

Back in the 19th century, American ELS cotton was called “American-Egyptian,” to convey the quality that Egypt’s fabrics were famous for at the time. In 1910, the name was changed to Pima to honor the Native American Pima people who grew the cotton for the USDA when the federal government began a breeding program to perfect ELS cottons.

Fact #5: The earliest denim coveralls from the Gold Rush may have been made from Pima cotton

Another fact which is a bit more anecdotal than the previous ones but does reinforce the idea that great durable quality can be the most logical option for value. It has been stated that Levi Strauss has used ELS cotton for their denim fabrics produced by Amoskeag Manufacturing since the mid-1800s. This ELS cotton variety was shipped from southern states like South Carolina and Georgia to Massachusetts. Even Supima’s own investigation on denim fabric remnants, which were discovered in abandoned gold mines, proves through DNA analysis that indeed ELS cotton was used in that time period of the Gold Rush.

We like to think that ELS cotton was used because the workers back then needed garments that were strong and durable and lasted for years. As the old saying goes, these miners may have been “too poor to buy cheap,” opting instead of high-quality Pima they could count on, day in and day out—and that’s even more true today. With the advent of modern spinning methods combined with Pima’s inherent strength, Supima continues this American tradition of quality, reliability, and value.

Supima is among the most luxurious, sought after cotton varieties in the world. No wonder it’s been used in all kinds of premium apparel, from fine shirting and hosiery to towels, sheets, and even medical wear.

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: David Sasso — Buhler Quality Yarns, Corp.

Chomarat Announces A Three-Year Investment Plan Worth 35 Million Euros

LE CHEYLARD, France — April 19, 2017 — The international textile Group CHOMARAT is announcing that it has set up an investment plan worth 35 million euros over a three-year period to boost innovation and modernize its French sites in the Ardèche region.

Investing To Innovate

The 35-million-euro investment will enable Chomarat to acquire new technologies for its composite, construction, and coating activities, to modernize its site dedicated to the production of glass-fiber reinforcements, and to develop carbon solutions. “Innovation is what makes us competitive both in France and abroad, and it drives our growth, so it is a core priority for the Group,” explains CHOMARAT Group Managing Director Michel Cognet. The Group leads a robust innovation strategy and cooperates with universities and technical centres all over the world. It also sponsors a number of French and European collaborative projects, developing synergies and creativity around forward-looking topics.

Winning New Markets

“Chomarat already has a foothold in a number of markets, such as marine, energy, sports equipment, construction, and luxury goods. Through this program, we are choosing to focus our development strategy on two new sectors: aerospace and automotive,” says Cognet.

In the automotive sector, the innovations will focus on carbon-fiber reinforcements, which help to lower the weight of vehicles, and on thermoplastic coatings for dashboards.

A Million-Euro Bonus Under The Regional Development Policy

The Group has a million-euro bonus under the regional development policy. “Chomarat is an independent, family-run group with strong ties to the region where it was established 120 years ago. We thank the government and all the local and regional authorities for their support,” concluded Cognet.

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: CHOMARAT

Texo Trade Services To Surprise Everyone At FESPA With Range Of Products

WADDINXVEEN, Netherlands — April 19, 2017 — Visitors to the Texo Trade Services (TTS) stand at FESPA in Hamburg, Germany (May 8-12), will be surprised at the many products demonstrated by this expert in transfer print media and printable textiles. With countless printable textiles, foils for screen printing, and sublimation and protective paper, they show that TTS can take on any printing challenge. In particular, TTS wishes to emphasize its sublimation transfer paper, with which it unerringly responds to the market trend of reversion from direct printing to the use of transfer paper when printing textiles for visual communication.

Sublimation paper: transfer printing a better solution than direct printing
TTS will make an emphatic showing at FESPA with its sublimation paper. Over recent years, direct printing was sold as the best solution for printing textiles for visual communication, such as outdoor banners, textiles for stand construction, and for furnishings of shops and offices. This was because sublimation transfer printing was expensive and complicated, especially at 320 cm wide. The price of transfer paper has now fallen, and knowledge and experience of its use has increased. As a result, companies can see that transfer printing is a better solution than direct printing. Since the start of 2017, the major printer manufacturers having been bringing out 320-cm wide machines for use with transfer paper.

Fast-drying transfer paper for Durst Rhotex 325 and EFI Reggiani

Among other things at FESPA, TTS will display the SX20HS-EC transfer paper which has been tested on the new generation of production printers such as the Durst Rhotex 325, EFI Reggiani Fabrivu and Mimaki TS500P-320. It is a very stable, fast-drying paper at a competitive price. The advantage of transfer printing is that the textile does not need to be pre-treated, making it less likely to crease and gives it a softer hand. In comparison with direct printing, the colours are even bolder and sharper, and there is no risk of the ink rubbing off – something especially important with upholstery materials. Also, the problem encountered with direct printing, that the ink can run with outdoor use (because ink residues remain in the textile after fixing), does not occur with transfer printing.

Evolution and DPR foil for digital transfers

In addition to the transfer paper, TTS will be spotlighting a new textile called Evolution and HCS100/2-DPR transfer foil.

Evolution is a highly innovative, non-woven textile of 140g/m2 with coating. The white coating makes it very easy to print with UV, Eco-Solvent and latex. It is a competitively priced cloth with B1 certification; furthermore, it is opaque. A very special characteristic of Evolution is that it can be attached directly using Velcro, because its reverse side functions like the soft side of Velcro.

The HCS100/2-DPR transfer foil is intended for the creation of digital transfers, whereby the colours are applied using a laser. The transfer is created by printing a white backing and adhesive by a screen printing process. The combination of digital and screen printing makes it possible to produce high-quality, full colour transfers quickly and efficiently. The 100-micron transfer foil is matt on both sides, so that it lies perfectly flat. It is given an anti-static treatment, which makes for easy processing, even when using granular adhesives.

TTS offers added value in various aspects

During FESPA, TTS hopes to persuade visitors of its added value in various aspects. As an expert partner and specialist in the field of transfer paper and digital textiles, it has extensive knowledge of the market. This guarantees customers that the advice is of top quality and, furthermore, independent. This is because TTS works with a variety of partners and is therefore independent of the manufacturers. In addition to independent, expert advice, TTS can also guarantee fast delivery from stock at a good price. Furthermore, TTS can provide bespoke work because it has its own converting service for transfer and protective papers.

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: Texo Trade Services (TTS)

SEAMS Announces Speakers For 50th Anniversary Spring Conference

AIKEN, S.C. — April 19, 2017 — SEAMS, the National Association for the U.S. Sewn Products and Textile Industries, announces an inspiring lineup of speakers for its 50th Anniversary Spring Networking Conference in Asheville, NC. Themed “Shaping the Next 50 Years”, the May 16-17 event will explore future trends and opportunities through a combination of keynote and featured presentations, a panel discussion, breakout sessions, and numerous networking opportunities.

Sharon Graubard, Founder & Creative Director of MintModa, will deliver the keynote presentation entitled “Sewn in the USA: Making Meaningful Products for a New Era” to explain how products and companies can tell a compelling story that will engage users and motivate business; and how certain emotional, sensory and aesthetic drivers can make clothing and brands meaningful and desirable.

Milliken Vice President of Human Resources Dan Garrison will share his experiences on “Attracting and Retaining Talent”. He will discuss direct hiring, staffing agencies, and other innovative HR recruiting practices; as well as employee onboarding, training, engagement, and company culture.

In “The World of Trade Shows” interview, Dennis Smith, President of Messe Frankfurt USA/Mexico, will answer questions posed by moderator Will Duncan, CEO of Will Duncan and Associates, on the future of trade shows and provide insight into how show exhibitors can better leverage their investment dollars and attendees can more effectively perform show coverage.

AAFA Executive Vice President Steve Lamar will tell attendees “What’s Up in Washington?”  What new tax and trade initiatives can we expect? What are other regulatory changes planned? And most importantly, how will the resurgence in domestic manufacturing respond to these new policies?

William D’Arienzo, Ph.D., CEO of WDA Brand Marketing will discuss “The Supply Chain Revolution: What the Future Holds for SEAMS Members”. He will share how, in the future, “Supply Chains” will morph into “Supply Systems” and “Competitors” will become “Collaborators”.

A panel discussion on “Opportunities in Non-Apparel Sewn Products” will feature Frank Henderson, President of Henderson Sewing Machine Co.; Pat Hickey, Acting President and Director of Minnesota Knitting Mills; Sherry Scyphers Hungate, Vice President at Goodwill Industries of South Florida; Jeremy Wooten, President of HomTex; and Rick Ludolph, President of Productive Solutions.

Attendees will have the option to choose to attend one of three concurrent breakout sessions that will cover “Availability of US Textiles”, led by Ron Roach, President of Contempora Fabrics; “Value-Added Contract Services”, facilitated by Jackson Burnett, President of Vapor Apparel; and “Domestic Production and the Trade War”, moderated by Michael M. Woody, CEO of Trans-Tex, LLC.

SEAMS Conference attendees will have the opportunity to introduce their company to all attendees, meet industry-focused benefits providers, and visit special products/services displays during the conference. A local plant tour of IFB Solutions, a golf outing, and a dinner reception will precede the one-day conference session. Textile and sewn products industry professionals may learn more and register to attend by visiting the SEAMS website or phoning +1-803-642-1111.

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: SEAMS, the National Association for the U.S. Sewn Products and Textile Industries

Kiian Digital Launches Digistar Bravo Disperse Inks For Direct Printing

NOVEDRATE, Italy — April 19, 2017 — Digistar Bravo has been developed with industrial textile printing requirements in mind — high runability and best-in-class printing performance. The range consists of 11 vivid colours among which, the 2 blacks stand out for their deep intensity; high rubbing and light-fastness. “We are very excited; Digistar Bravo has been subjected to the stricter testing enable superior performance in industrial printing” points out Marco Girola, Kiian Digital Marketing specialist. “Digistar Bravo is part of Kiian Digital’s branding strategy to meet the cutting-edge demands of commercial digital textile printing; bringing together the highest quality inks with global support.” adds Alessandra Borghi, Kiian Digital sales director.

Visitors at Fespa Hamburg will see the well-known range of sublimation digital inks for direct and transfer printing; confirming Kiian Digital as the leading specialist in cutting-edge solutions for polyester printing.  On display, will be:

  • The updated sublimation ink range for direct printing. This assures effectiveness, efficiency and color brightness of prints.
  • The sublimation range for transfer printing which enables fast-fashion requirements of mass-customization and just in time production.
  • The recently updated pigment ink range, designed for direct printing, the alternative to the traditional inkjet printing thanks to the user-friendliness and high light-fastness.

Visitors will be informed of the ongoing updates to Kiian Digital’s certifications program and the future next steps. “Sustainability touches everything we do: the raw materials we use, the way in which we produce our products and the final finished good we provide to our customers. We strive to develop products that make a positive difference to the environment and at the same time provide value for the customers” says Martin Swift, JK Group Marketing and Development director.

Posted April 19, 2017

Source: Kiian Digital

INDA Welcomes Six New Members To Dynamic Board Of Directors

CARY, N.C. — April 18, 2017 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announces the election of six new members to its board of directors for 2017. The newly appointed directors, elected by INDA’s corporate members at large, include:

  • Christopher Astley, president, Advanced Airlaid Materials Business, Glatfelter;
  • Thomas Balkom, Interim sales director, North America Nonwovens, Johns Manville;
  • Andreas Dreher, associate director, Corporate R&D, The Procter & Gamble Co.;
  • Tom Peters, director of Strategic Sourcing, Rockline Industries;
  • Jeff Slosman, president, National Wiper Alliance Inc.; and
  • Scott Tracey, president, Health, Hygiene and Specialties Divison, Berry Global Group Inc.

The board is responsible for general management of INDA finances and operating plans and serves as counsel to the president on activities to foster success within the industry and its members. The board reviews the strategic plan, policies, programs, dues and operating procedures affecting the association’s 360 members. The 21-member board is composed of the elected board officers and the immediate past board chair. One-third of the entire board is elected each year for a three-year term by a majority vote of INDA’s general membership.

“I am pleased and proud of this year’s slate of new INDA directors. They represent the leadership of some of the industry’s most important companies, and I look forward to their guidance and counsel as we continue to improve INDA’s services to best meet the needs of our growing industry,” said Dave Rousse, INDA president.

The executive committee of INDA’s board, empowered to act for the entire board between meetings, include the officers and appointees as follows:

  • Karen Castle, Chair (vice president, America Sales, Suominen);
  • Todd L. Bassett, Vice Chair/Planning (managing director, Fi-Tech Inc.);
  • Paul A. Marold, Jr., Vice Chair /Finance (president, Lydall Performance Materials Inc.);
  • Robert Lovegrove, Past Chair (senior director, Strategic Marketing & Innovation, Milliken & Co.);
  • Walter G. Jones, Appointee (CEO, Precision Fabrics Group Inc.);
  • Nick Santoleri, Appointee (vice president of Global Operations, Rockline Industries); and
  • C.K. Wong, Appointee (chair, CEO, U.S. Pacific Nonwovens Industry Ltd.).

INDA’s full board meets approximately three times per year with committee assignments additional. The executive committee will convene more frequently as the needs arise. “INDA’s board structure provides effective oversight of association finances and activities advancing the interests of all industry members,” said Rousse.

Posted April 18, 2017

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Standard Textile Honored As One Of 156 U.S. Employers With A Top Workplace Wellness Program

CHICAGO — April 11, 2017 — Interactive Health, a provider of health management solutions, named 156 companies as recipients of the Healthiest Companies in America designation. This recognition honors employers for outstanding achievements in improving — and truly transforming — the health of employees.

Standard Textile and the other winners reached a truly remarkable 70 percent or greater participation rate in their workplace wellness program, as well as a low-risk health score for their total population, based on rigorous and clinically sound health evaluations. As a group, participants in the winners’ programs showed marked year-to-year improvements.

“These achievements are striking and inspire us because winners set the bar on what can be achieved and demonstrated with validated results. A strong culture of employee health engagement creates positive health outcomes, and is smart business,” said Interactive Health President and CEO Cathy Kenworthy.

Of the 156 winning companies, 114 are repeat winners and Standard Textile is one of only 26 companies that have sustained this designation for five years or more.

Posted April 18, 2017

Source: Interactive Health

Delta Galil Signs Licensing Agreement With Calvin Klein For Children’s Underwear, Sleepwear And Socks

Tel Aviv, ISRAEL — April 18, 2017 — Delta Galil Industries Ltd. the global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, women and children, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Delta Galil USA Inc., has signed a long-term licensing agreement with Calvin Klein Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of PVH Corp., to develop, produce and distribute boys and girls underwear, sleepwear and socks for the brand.

As part of the initial 5 years of the agreement that is to begin January 1, 2018, Delta Galil will have the exclusive wholesale right to market the Calvin Klein master brand boys and girls underwear, sleepwear and socks through department and specialty stores in the United States and Canada.

“Calvin Klein has represented one of the most iconic brands for nearly 50 years, and it is a true honor to partner with them particularly in their renowned underwear and intimate apparel categories,” said Isaac Dabah, CEO of Delta Galil. “This represents an important step for Delta Galil in our ongoing strategy of enhancing our branded portfolio and broadening our presence in the premium sector.”

Posted April 18, 2017

Source: Delta Galil

Prysmian Group Wins Contract To Supply Optical Fiber To Tratos Cavi

MILAN, Italy — April 18, 2017 – Prysmian Group — an energy and telecom cable systems company — and Tratos — an Italy-based manufacturer of fiber optic and copper telecom cables, and energy and special cables — have signed a contract for the annual supply of Prysmian’s standard and special optical fiber to Tratos. The fiber will be manufactured at Prysmian’s FOS — Fibre Ottiche Sud — plant in Battipaglia, which every year produces 9 of the approximately 35 million kilometers of fiber manufactured by the group overall.

Tratos will use the fiber in its cables for the development of ultra-broadband and FTTH networks in Italy and abroad.

The volumes to be supplied are expected to increase in the coming years, driven by greater needs generated by the Italian government’s plans to develop an ultra-broadband network. The growth prospects for the broadband network in Italy are very positive, thanks to investments in FTTH and next-generation technologies (5G) by both the companies operating in this industry and the Ministry of Economic Development. In addition, the European Commission’s Digital Agenda 2025 sets the goal for 2025 of connections of at least one Gigabit per second for all schools, libraries, research centers and public administration offices, uninterrupted 5G coverage in all urban areas and for all European households, and connections that offer download speeds of at least 100 Mbps in rural and urban areas, which can be upgraded to Gigabit speeds. Consequently, in the long term fiber optic networks appear to be the only possible technological solution to achieve these ambitious targets.

“This contract represents an important collaboration between the two major Italian firms producing passive telecommunications components,” explained Carlo Scarlata, Chief Commercial Officer at Prysmian Cavi e Sistemi Italia. “This is a way for Italy to show that it can act independently in building the infrastructure needed to achieve the European goals.”

Albano Bragagni, Chairman of Tratos, continued: “The agreement between our company and Prysmian Group is founded on a strong desire for an ongoing, long-term partnership, supported by the experience and mutual esteem built in the two companies’ more than 30-year relationship, with the aim of making a shared contribution to Italy’s digital development and growth.”

This agreement further emphasizes that Italy has the expertise and production capacity to develop broadband telecommunications network projects and shows how Italy’s technological capacities are fundamental to the development and increased competitiveness of both Italy and the rest of Europe.

Posted April 18, 2017

Source: Prysmian Group

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