SPARTANBURG, S.C. — October 14, 2024 — Milliken & Company, a global leader in diversified manufacturing, today launched the “Meet the Makers” spotlight series, (https://contact.milliken.com/manufacturing-careers-milliken-company?utm_campaign=manufacturing-month&utm_medium=press-release&utm_source=wire&utm_content=learn-more) featuring the remarkable people whose dedication enhances the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and performance. Through profiles of associates from various plant locations, the series sheds light on manufacturing at Milliken through the individual perspectives of those who help make a world of difference every day.
Milliken & Company, a global leader in diversified manufacturing, launched its “Meet the Makers” spotlight series, featuring the remarkable people whose dedication enhances the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and performance.
“As we continue to pursue excellence in manufacturing, it’s important to recognize the people who make it all happen,” said Michael Brown, executive vice president of operations at Milliken & Company. “Our manufacturing associates are among the true heroes behind our operational success. Their efforts allow us to safely, efficiently, and reliably deliver high-quality products that meet the changing needs of our customers around the world.”
The series profiles Milliken’s manufacturing associates, showcasing their personal journeys, professional achievements, and the vital roles they play within the company. Highlights include:
Brad Keller, a plant supply chain manager, who reflects on his professional development journey with Milliken and the personal connection that fuels his dedication to ensuring the quality and safety of the products he manufactures. “I’ve got a lot of friends that are firemen, and those guys are coming to help us,” Keller says. “If we can do stuff to keep them safe, that just helps the whole community and the whole country.”
Kayce Parker, a human resource specialist, who embraces her multi-faceted role while also organizing events that foster a sense of community and appreciation among associates. “My favorite part of the job is helping the associates and being the forefront for them,” Parker says. “It’s satisfying to know I can help an associate in whatever they need.”
Rodney Fannin, an engineering services team member celebrating 50 years of service with Milliken this year, who emphasizes the importance of safety, and shares how personally meaningful it is to mentor and train new associates. “It’s special to see someone take to what you’re instructing them in and excel,” Fannin says. “Seeing them go on to higher positions makes me proud.”
FULLERTON, Calif. — October 14, 2024 — Holland Industrial Group is excited to announce a major industrial auction of a complete dyeing and finishing facility, former assets of Dae Shin USA Inc., featuring a wide range of late-model machinery. The auction will take place on Thursday, November 7, starting at 8:00 a.m. PST. This event will be held via live webcast for remote bidders, ensuring accessibility for participants from across the country and internationally.
The facility, located at 610 Gilbert St, Fullerton, CA 92833, houses a comprehensive selection of specialized equipment, ideal for businesses in the textile industry. Key assets up for auction include Tenter frames, Dyeing & Finishing equipment, lab equipment, sewing machines, dye house trucks, fabric carts, air compressors, and rolling stock, among many other valuable pieces.
This auction represents an excellent opportunity for manufacturers, fabricators, and investors looking to acquire top-quality machinery at competitive prices. The equipment being auctioned is from a late-model facility, offering well-maintained, high-performance machinery that can add significant value to any operation.
Interested parties are encouraged to attend the inspection day, which will be held on Wednesday, November 6th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p,m, PST at the Fullerton location. This will provide prospective bidders the chance to review the items and ensure they meet their operational needs.
“This auction offers an exceptional opportunity for businesses to acquire high-quality, late-model machinery at a fraction of the cost of new equipment,” said Alex Holland, senior vice president of Holland Industrial Group. “Whether you’re expanding your operations or upgrading your facility, the assets available in this auction provide immense value.”
For further information or to register for the auction, visit www.Holland Industrial Group or contact Shawn Gaffney, Shawn Gaffney, shawn@hollandindustrialgroup.com
MUMBAI — October 14, 2024 — Indo Count Industries Ltd. announced another strategic move to broaden its Utility Bedding segment.
Indo Count Global Inc. (ICG), a U.S. based wholly owned subsidiary of Indo Count Industries has acquired 100 percent stake in Modern Home Textiles Inc., manufacturer of wide range of pillows and other filled products (Utility Bedding) having its facility located at Phoenix, Ariz., with an annual capacity to produce 8 mn. pillows.
ICG also acquired last month majority stake in Fluvitex USA Inc., a pillow and quilt manufacturing company based in Columbus, Ohio, which has the capacity to produce 5 million. pillows and 1.5 million. quilts. This back-to-back acquisition is a stepping stone to establish an integrated utility bedding business for the North American Market. These acquisitions have different locations one in Midwest and the other one on the West Coast thus providing an efficient distribution base to both existing and prospective customers.
Anil Kumar Jain, executive chairman, commented: “We are delighted to have Modern Home Textiles in the ICIL Group. This strategic acquisition will not only accelerate Indo Count’s ambition to grow the Utility Bedding segment but also significantly enhance its capabilities and market reach. Modern Home Textiles brings innovative sustainable solutions in the utility bedding segment allowing us to serve our customers better and enable us to further expand our US presence. Our investments over the last few months in the USA underscore our commitment to creating more employment opportunities and further strengthen our brand.”
With these two acquisitions, the total manufacturing capacity in the United States will be 13 million. Pillows and an additional capacity of 1.5 million quilts annually. At full capacity, the total expected revenue is $85 million plus. The customer base in both Fluvitex and Modern Home Textile are not overlapping, thus providing a strong projected growth. These investments by Indo Count Global, USA are part of a larger plan to build significant capacities in pillow manufacturing to service the utility bedding customers in North America.
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PRATTELN, Switzerland — October 14, 2024 — Archroma, a global supplier of specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today introduced the NTR Printing System to make bio-based pigment printing commercially possible for the first time. Based on renewable raw materials* and designed for safer chemistry, it helps apparel and textile brands reduce their environmental footprint while producing brilliant black shades on garments that deliver both comfort and durability.
Bio-based pigment printing is an emerging technology that is attracting major interest from brands that want to use pigments derived from natural sources, such as plants, in the production of environmentally conscious textiles. Until now, however, bio-based pigments have not delivered color fastness that is comparable to synthetic pigments, and color quality and production performance have not been sufficient to support commercial-scale production.
Archroma’s NTR Printing System is the first to utilize renewable feedstock* across pigment dispersion, binder and fixing agent. Crucially, it ensures good wet-rubbing and dry-rubbing fastness, with outstanding softness on all kinds of fabrics. Furthermore, it is suitable for most popular application technologies, including printing, coating and continuous pigment dyeing, with outstanding runnability for production efficiency.
“These properties make the new NTR Printing System ideal for the highly competitive denim market, where sustainability, comfort and durability are important; for knits, where very soft handfeel is essential; and on babywear, where both exceptional softness and safety are required,” said Joaquin Femat, Market Segment director for Printing, Archroma.
“This latest breakthrough is another example of innovation under Archroma’s “PLANET CONSCIOUS+” roadmap. We develop revolutionary products, systems, and technologies with increased sustainability features than available market alternatives and enhanced value so that brands and mills can differentiate themselves with solutions that meet their business goals and sustainability targets,” he continued.
The result of more than two years of research and development, the innovative new NTR Printing System required Archroma to create customized binding and fixing agents to ensure fastness for the pigment black dispersion comparable to current petroleum-based printing systems. All three printing elements are partially based on renewable feedstock to reduce reliance on non-renewable petrochemicals. Archroma also developed the new system to avoid toxic input streams and impurities, including formaldehyde. Two successful bulk trials were conducted with Textprint S. A. and Jeanologia.
The NTR printing system comprises the following highly efficient and robust printing elements:
PRINTOFIX® BLACK NTR-TF: A non-gelling pigment black with 79% renewable carbon content*, designed for use in textile applications with no impact on fastness levels.
HELIZARIN® NTR-SS: A formaldehyde-free super-soft binder with 40% renewable carbon content**, designed to ensure very good overall fastness levels.
LUPRINTOL® FIXING AGENT NTR-HF: A formaldehyde-free fixing agent with 40% renewable carbon content**, designed for high wet fastness in rubbing and laundry.
All three elements are currently being evaluated for compliance with globally accepted standards like bluesign®, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC). The system also supports major industry restricted substances list (RSL) requirements.
“With the launch of the bio-based NTR Printing System, Archroma can now draw on the industry’s most complete portfolio of innovative printing solutions to tailor systems for individual customer needs,” Femat said. “We remain the global leader in pigment printing, with a history of innovation that includes the first formaldehyde-free pigment printing system, introduced in 2012.”
* The NTR printing system utilizes partially renewable raw materials.
** Based on ASTM D6866 bio-based product testing using radiocarbon analysis
ANN ARBOR, Mich.— October 14, 2024 — Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc., a developer of commercially viable spider silk, is excited to announce that its current production batch is cocooning this week. This batch is the largest-scale production run of the BAM-1 parental lines in the company’s history.
This latest batch of silkworms is part of the company’s ongoing expansion of its proprietary spider silk production technologies. The company’s production team and sericulture experts have been closely monitoring this production cycle and have reported strong growth and great colony health as Kraig Labs begins the cocooning process.
“We are very pleased with the progress of our current production cycle, which is on track to deliver the largest supply of BAM-1 production hybrid eggs in the company’s history,” said Kim Thompson, CEO and founder of Kraig Labs. “The results we are seeing reflect our team’s dedication to delivering truly cost-effective and commercially scalable spider silk production. This is a major step forward in commercializing spider silk technology, made possible by our new production center, and we look forward to utilizing this expanded production space to continue accelerating our plans for market entry.”
The company’s silkworms have been genetically engineered to produce recombinant spider silk at a level of efficiency and cost-effectiveness that was previously unattainable. This latest production run verifies the scalability of the company’s spider silk technology, positioning Kraig Labs to deliver commercial quantities of spider silk to its partners and customers.
With the near completion of this major production run, Kraig Labs has transitioned from a development and testing mindset to a true production focus. The results of this run will supply Kraig Labs with millions of BAM-1 production hybrids slated for commercial production.
“We are at an exciting and pivotal moment in Kraig Labs’ history,” Thompson added. “This successful production cycle is a testament to the hard work of our team and the power of our spider silk technologies. It underscores our commitment to unlocking the full potential of spider silk as an innovative material with limitless applications.”
GENEVA, Switzerland — October 14, 2024 — SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company has unveiled the industry’s most extensive suite of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) testing services for all industries. From consumer products and electronics to food and the environment, SGS offers tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each sector.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader in PFAS testing, SGS is the partner of choice for organizations looking to foster a positive impact on society and the environment. With the broadest scope of testing and accreditation, SGS brings global expertise, state-of-the-art laboratories and extensive knowledge in environmental and product analysis to identify and quantify PFAS accurately.
Its expert teams provide precise, reliable testing to support stakeholders in meeting regulatory requirements and demonstrating product safety. This helps minimize PFAS contamination, protect public health, safeguard the environment, and prevent harmful leaching from products.
Recently, SGS supported a pivotal New Jersey study on PFAS levels in water, soil and fish that contributed towards fish consumption advisories to protect at-risk consumers.
PFAS are a diverse group of chemicals, useful for their oil and water repellant properties, that are recognized as persistent, toxic and harmful to human health and the environment. Prolonged exposure to PFAS can cause a wide range of conditions, from cancer and thyroid disease to impaired fertility and weakened immune response.
Upon request of the US Environment Protection Agency (US EPA), the company notably developed the benchmark reference method for PFAS testing, known as the EPA 1633 method, for the US EPA and the US Department of Defense.
“With growing global scrutiny on PFAS and their impact on health and the environment, our expanded testing services empower businesses to take proactive steps in mitigating these risks,” said Géraldine Picaud, CEO of SGS. “We are proud to be at the forefront of this effort, providing trusted solutions that promote safety and sustainability.”
BELMONT, N.C. — October 14, 2024 — On September 12, 2024, associates of Uster Technology and the Gaston College Textile Technology Center joined to celebrate and honor Raul Thomas on his upcoming retirement.
Mr. Raul Thomas
Thomas, who joined Uster Technologies in 1987, has led an impressive career that is rich with the numerous contributions he has made in the textiles field. Over his 37 years with Uster, Thomas has taught many of our market’s top minds about what it takes to make the best quality yarn in the world. His extensive product knowledge coupled with his warm and engaging demeanor were the perfect combination for his work as a trainer, mentor, coach, and friend to many in the industry. Using his Bachelor of Science in Textile Technology degree, which he earned from the outstanding program at North Carolina State University, Thomas has taught classes all over the globe, explaining our latest technological releases to lab managers, manufacturing leaders, engineers, and anyone else who wanted to know why yarn evenness is critical to making quality yarns. While he maintains his love for his alma mater, one of Thomas’ favorite ways to spend his time was teaching classes at Gaston College, where he could educate and guide their amazing students, who represent the future of the textiles industry.
For all his passion and dedication, Uster Technologies is proud to honor Thomas’s legacy by awarding a transfer scholarship at the Gaston College Textile Technology Center and N.C. State University Wilson College of Textiles. This scholarship marries his love for our industry, his alma mater, and his favorite place to teach. We are proud to honor his spirit by ensuring our next generation shares his passion for an industry that touches every person on this vast planet.
ZURICH, Switzerland — October 14, 2024 — Founded in 1835, Heberlein Technology is a provider of air interlacing and air texturing jets for synthetic continuous filament yarns. Heberlein’s core competence is the development and production of highly specialized key components for process-optimized treatment and finishing of synthetic yarns — especially filaments.
Dr. Christian Schindler
Christian Schindler, director general of ITMF, stated that “ITMF is delighted to welcome Heberlein Technology as a corporate member of ITMF. The value of ITMF is that the members are from different segments of the entire textile value chain including textile machinery and component producers. Heberlein’s expertise in air interlacing and air texturing jets for synthetic continuous filament yarns will widen and strengthen ITMF’s membership and expertise. Vice-versa, the access to other segments of the textile value chain will be beneficial to Heberlein Technology.”
Martin Zürcher, CEO of Heberlein Technology, pointed out that “joining ITMF means access to very informative statistics, survey, and reports that help to better understand the dynamics of the industry as well as access to a unique international network. ITMF conferences offer valuable information and the possibility to network with high-level industry representatives from the entire textile value chain.”
For more information about the Heberlein Technology,
please go to https://www.heberlein.com/en/
For more information about ITMF, please go to www.itmf.org
Posted: October 14, 2024
Source:The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF)
FRANKFURT, Germany — October 14, 2024 — With 42 exhibiting member companies, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 is once again marked by a strong presence of VDMA companies. They cover nearly all different machinery chapters with a focus on spinning and man-made fibers, nonwovens, weaving, braiding, knitting & warp knitting, finishing & dyeing as well as technologies for textile recycling and processing of recycled material.
Georg Stausberg, VDMA Textile Machinery board member and CEO of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division
In total, the German participation at the fair is the largest from outside China.
China is aiming at a green and low CO2 development of its textile industry. At a press conference on the first day of ITMA ASIA + CITME, Georg Stausberg, member of the board of VDMA Textile Machinery and CEO of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division said: “Topics, such as energy efficiency and the careful use of resources have become increasingly important for Asian customers in recent years, not least due to stricter legal framework conditions. VDMA members and their technologies are the right partners on the road to a greener and low CO2 textile production.”
Export performance
Already in 2023, the global textile machinery exports decreased by 18.6 percent compared to 2022. This was a challenge all major textile machinery producing countries had to face. However, the German exports remained relatively strong and only declined by 3.4 percent in 2023. 2024 did not see a change in the global textile industry and thus the German exports have now also dropped significantly. Between January and July 2024, German exports of textile machinery and accessories summed up to 1.2 billion euros (2023: 1.6 billion euros). The shipping to almost all major markets decreased between January and July: China: 242 million euros (2023: 384 million euros), Turkey: 140 million euros (2023: 180 million euros), USA: 118 million euros (2023: 152 million euros), India: 100 million euros (2023: 153 million euros).
Sales opportunities in Asia
VDMA Press Conference ITMA ASIA 2024
An economic survey of VDMA in September, to which 20 textile machinery companies replied, reflects the global challenging situation. Around 36 percent assessed their current business situation as satisfactory, 54 percent said it was bad. Only very few companies expect the global situation to improve in the next six months.
However, looking at the sales opportunities by regions/countries in Asia, most of the responding companies expect a better business situation in the Asian markets except China in six months. The business situation is expected to be on a satisfactory level then. With regard to this, a presence at ITMA ASIA in Shanghai and next year in Singapore is important for VDMA members to continuously show their innovations and to keep contact with the customers in Asia.
The contribution of leading VDMA members and their technologies to a green textile production:
The presence of VDMA at this year’s ITMA ASIA + CITME is themed Smart technologies for green textile production.
Here are examples of exhibitors that stand for the entire industry:
Georg Stausberg, CEO of Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division stated:
“China continues to have enormous potential for us, even if it has not been able to match the previous times in terms of large new installations of manmade fiber plants and the associated expansion of production capacity for good two years. However, there is still a great need for renewal, especially in terms of sustainability. Shutting down old plants and replacing them with new and energy-efficient technologies is the path to a better and lower-emission future for us all. We have been contributing to sustainability with our technology solutions for decades. Be it by increasing energy efficiency with each new generation of machines or by processing new materials. Oerlikon is proud of the fact that we have been offering innovative solutions under the e-save sustainability label for 20 years and has saved over 15 million tons of CO2 thanks to the machines and systems developed and installed on the market during this time.”
Hailin Xu, CEO Saurer Group said: “Processing recycled and regenerated fibres is becoming increasingly important worldwide. Saurer is a key enabler of the transformation towards a more circular textile business. The product portfolio today includes energy efficient machinery for spinning and twisting yarns from recycled fibres. To enable customers to process extremely short fibres, we continue to develop special solutions, which are also available as retrofits for older machines. In addition, our machines have been developed to reduce energy consumption and maximise raw material utilisation. It’s all about saving resources”.
Dr. Axel Hannemann, head of business unit fiber and pellets, Gneuss Kunststofftechnik explained: “As sustainability becomes more important, fibre producers are shifting towards recycled PET materials, including post-consumer PET bottle flakes and manufacturing waste. However, the increasing demand for PET bottle flakes has led to a scarcity of affordable, high-quality flakes. One challenge in recycling polyester is moisture absorption, which can weaken the polymer during extrusion. Recycling PET fibres, particularly industrial waste, is also difficult due to low bulk density, residual moisture, and spin finish oils. Gneuss offers tailored solutions to address these challenges efficiently.”
On behalf of Karl Mayer Group, Christine Wolters, vice president corporate communications said: “At ITMA ASIA, we are showcasing solutions that support both sustainability and the profitability of our customers. A key focus is on energy consumption: In the warp knitting sector, we present an energy efficiency solution that reduces the power usage of our machines. In warp preparation, we have optimized drying processes for more efficient energy use. Energy, cost, and CO2 savings can be monitored live. Another highlight: Our digital products improve processes with positive impacts on both sustainability and costs”.
“Groz-Beckert’s innovative textile tools enhance energy efficiency in textile manufacturing, driving down production costs. A key development is the introduction of a ‘pay-per-use’ pricing model for tools, which allows companies to align expenses with actual tool usage. This enables manufacturers to better handle demand fluctuations, reduce investment risks, and improve resource management. By focusing not only on product innovation but also on service offerings, Groz-Beckert is advancing both efficiency and sustainability in textile production” stated Eric Schöller, member of the executive board, Groz-Beckert.
Dennis Behnken, managing director of the company Herzog, the most innovative developer and manufacturer of braiding and winding machinery noted: “At Herzog GmbH, we rely on smart technologies to make textile production more sustainable. By using digital solutions, intelligent automation and high production quality, we reduce resource consumption and minimize waste. In this way, we make our contribution to a greener future without compromising on the quality of our products.“
“Customer requirements are rising and skilled staff is becoming scarce. Technologies like sensors and control systems are increasingly important for efficient operation and quality assurance”, Kathrin Pleva, member of management of Pleva GmbH said and continued: “Our process control system PLEVATEC smart is designed to meet exactly those needs. It improves operation at stenters and other drying processes with sensor modules. It enables our customers easy operation to produce faster, save resources and improve product quality and reproducibility. Similarly, our weft-straightener SL smart is easy to operate and maintain while delivering perfect straightening results.”
Tallen Yang, Sales Director Erhardt + Leimer China stated: “Currently, many textile companies are facing challenging times. The lack of turnover, however, is giving room for improvements. How much money can be saved by a proper fabric guiding, that avoids stoppages due to insufficient pinning? How many tons of fabric can be saved by an intelligent, AI-based edge cutting? How much energy can be saved by an optimized stenter management? The time for all these questions is now. And the place for answers is the booth of E+L, leading in process optimization for more than 100 years.”
According to Clemens Kaplan, product manager at Mahlo, a German manufacturer of measuring, control and automation systems for the textile and finishing industry, today’s increasing quality standards require intelligent, AI-supported process and quality management systems. Kaplan said: “As always, Mahlo is ahead of the curve and has reinvented the concept of weft straightening for the second time. The latest straightening technology, Orthopac RXVMC-20, with an AI-supported feed-forward algorithm, paired with a modular process control system, Optipac, revolutionizes straightening from the ground up. Residual distortions and fluctuations in key parameters such as residual moisture, exhaust air humidity, thread density, fabric weight, fixation dwell time, fabric width, liquor pick-up, etc., are now definitively a thing of the past thanks to this new technology.”
For the company SETEX, provider of MES production management software and control systems for textile machines, CEO Oliver Schermuly stated: “Manufacturers need a single source of truth for production data. By integrating all KPIs — from costs to carbon footprint — we provide clarity and enable optimization of production processes. Our SETEX controllers ensure seamless machine communication, capturing robust real-time KPIs. This interaction allows fine-tuning, maximizing machine potential beyond standard MES functions into advanced manufacturing excellence. AI-powered smart recipes reduce waste and boost efficiency. Unified data enhances productivity, supports digital product passports, and drives digitalisation for smarter, more sustainable production. Together, we’re creating a single source of truth to build a better, greener world.”
Tobias Schurr, member of the management board of Weitmann & Konrad explained: “Textile producers getting more and more pressure from brands and retailers to optimize CO2 footprint and water consumption on their products without increasing their price level. From technology standpoint it could be mostly achieved only by integrating cost intensive, completely new machines with new, sometimes unknown technology. The total investment and running costs have to lead to a price increase which is not accepted in the actual market conditions. What if there is a possibility to upgrade your existing continuous dyeing or finishing line to reduce strongly your CO2 footprint, your water consumption and raise your productivity with a much smaller invest?“
No shortage of chances in China and other Asian markets
The VDMA team in Shanghai is staffed again with colleagues from the VDMA headquarters in Germany as well as from VDMA China. With these joined forces, the team is well prepared to support the exhibiting member companies on site.
Dr. Harald Weber, Managing Director VDMA Textile Machinery Association, summarised: “Although facing a difficult market situation, this year’s ITMA ASIA is an essential showcase for the member companies of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association. There is definitely no shortage of chances and opportunities in China and other Asian markets. The exhibiting members will demonstrate their smart technologies that can pave the way to a green textile production and are looking forward to welcoming numerous visitors from various countries to their booths in Shanghai.”
Posted: October 14, 2024
Source: The German Textile Machinery Association (VDMA)
VALENCIA, Spain — October 14, 2024 — Jeanologia, a global supplier of eco-efficient technologies for the textile industry, will participate in the upcoming ITMA Asia, held October 14-18 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. During this major industry event, the company will celebrate 25 years of innovation with its pioneering laser technology and introduce groundbreaking solutions that will shape the future of textiles.
Jean-Pierre Inchauspe, Jeanologia’s Business Director for Asia, highlights the significance of this showcase: “ITMA Asia is the perfect stage to demonstrate how our technologies are revolutionizing the textile industry by seamlessly integrating sustainability and efficiency into every step of the production process. As the world’s leading textile producer, China plays a pivotal role in advancing eco-efficiency in the industry, and we are proud to contribute to that change.”
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Jeanologia’s laser technology, which has transformed denim production and design. Since its introduction in 1999, the technology has eliminated harmful practices like sandblasting and has evolved to boost productivity through automation and resource optimization, all while delivering consistent, high-quality results. It has also revolutionized the industry by enabling precise, natural-looking reproduction, raising the standard for garment aesthetics. Committed to sustainability, the latest laser technology eliminates the need for PP spray and sandpaper, promoting a more ethical and responsible denim production process that reduces both water and hazardous chemicals usage.
A new era of waterless stone washing
Jeanologia’s dedicaton to sustainability extends to other innovations, including the G2+ INDRA system for garment washing, which will be featured at ITMA Asia. This revolutionary system ages jeans using only atmospheric elements, eliminating the need for water and pumice stones. As a groundbreaking alternative to traditional stone-washing, it reducing water consumption by up to 96 percent.
“With G2+ INDRA, we’ve introduces a disruptive shift in denim production. Not only do we optimize resources, but we also deliver a sustainable and authentic finish–setting the standard for the future of fashion,” Inchauspe said. With the capacity to process up to 50 million jeans annually, Jeanologia anticipates rapid adoption of this technology in the coming years, accelerating the fashion industry’s shift toward sustainable practices.
In Shanghai, the company will also showcase its solutions for knitwear, including the ColorBox equipment line for garment dyeing, and the application of the G2 + Indra system for color aging.
ColorBox offers a sustainable dyeing alternative, reducing water, chemicals, salts, and energy usage–cutting water and chemical use by 60 percent, energy by 45 percent, and salt by 76 percent compared to conventional dyeing methods. This solution not only minimizes environmental impact but also ensures precise color reproduction, allowing rapid responds to demand and trends by applying the dyeing process directly onto garments.
Jeanologia will further demonstrate how its G2 Ozone technology, powered by the patented Indra system, enables natural color aging and creates tie-dye and iced effects without hazardous chemicals, while significantly conserving water.
A strong commitment to China and global sustainability
Jeanologia has been active in China for over 18 years, installing more than 400 machines and establishing a team of local laser designers and product reengineering experts. This commitment underscores China’s vital role as a global textile producer and a key player in the adoption of sustainable practices.
Jeanologia’s “China for China” strategy supports the country’s leadership by providing cutting-edge technological solutions that align economic growth with environmental protection. Currently, over 20 percent of all jeans produced in China are made using Jeanologia’s technologies, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for major brands.
At ITMA Asia, Jeanologia will invite industry professionals to explore how its technologies can help transform the textile industry into a more circular model, free of water and waste. “We are leading the way to a new era in fashion — one that is digital, automated, and truly sustainable, benefiting both people and the planet,” Inchauspe concluded.
Jeanologia continues to prove that technological innovation can go hand in hand with sustainability and efficiency. At ITMA Asia, it will further cement its role as a leader in the global transformation of the textile industry.
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — October 14, 2024 — Milliken & Company, a global leader in diversified manufacturing, today launched the “Meet the Makers” spotlight series, (https://contact.milliken.com/manufacturing-careers-milliken-company?utm_campaign=manufacturing-month&utm_medium=press-release&utm_source=wire&utm_content=learn-more) featuring the remarkable people whose dedication enhances the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and performance. Through profiles of associates from various plant locations, the series sheds light on manufacturing at Milliken through the individual perspectives of those who help make a world of difference every day.
