INDEX™ 17 Exhibitor Preview: Gnuess

BAD OEYNHAUSEN, Germany — February 1, 2017 — At Index™ 17, Gnuess will show its technologies for fiber waste reprocessing.

The Gneuss Processing Unit (GPU) has been available for several years now and has proven itself on the reprocessing of bulky PET waste such as post-consumer bottle flake and industrial waste from fibre and film manufacture. This Gneuss Processing Unit consists of the Gneuss MRS extruder with its unmatched devolatilisation and decontamination performance together with the highly-efficient Gneuss Rotary Disc melt filtration systems and the Gneuss Online Viscometer for intelligent dynamic viscosity control, monitoring and logging.

Additionally to MRS design optimization since the last year, Gneuss has developed the new JUMP system. This is installed directly downstream of the Gneuss Processing Unit and thanks to its ingenious process ensures an accurate and controllable IV boost of the PET in the melt phase. The Jump system is a compact, quick and efficient alternative to conventional SSP (solid state) systems and enables direct reintroduction of the polymer into the production process without the need to remelt the PET.

With the Gneuss industrial waste concept, industrial waste is first fed through a shredder or a knife mill until the size is reduced so that it can be fed into the extruder. This can mean either compaction of the size reduced waste or a crammer feeder fitted directly to the extruder.

The first important processing stage: melt decontamination takes place in the extruder. With its enormous devolatilisation capacity, the MRS extruder can process PET waste with high residual moisture levels and/or contamination (such as spin finish oils) without the need for any pre-treatment of the waste. In the Multi Rotation (MRS) section of the extruder a huge polymer surface area and extremely rapid surface exchange rate under vacuum ensure that all these volatile contaminants are reliably extracted. Solid contamination is extracted with the fully-automatic and process-constant Gneuss Rotary Melt Filtration System. With filtration finenesses of down to 20 µm and below, a pure and particle – free polymer melt is guaranteed.

During the second important stage of the process, the purified and homogenised polymer is fed by means of a melt pump into the JUMP. Here, too a large surface area of the polymer melt and optimum residence time of the polymer under vacuum are decisive factors. Subsequently, the purified and homogenised polymer is fed by means of a melt pump into the Jump, where the second important stage of the process takes place. Here, too a large surface area of the polymer melt and optimum residence time of the polymer under vacuum are decisive factors. The polymer melt is kept under vacuum as it passes over slowly rotating elements. Through control of the residence time and the speed of the rotating elements, controlled polycondensation takes place whereby controlled IV boosting takes place of typically 0,02 to maximum 0,3 dl/g. The design of the JUMP system avoids the ingress of oxygen so that the yellowing effect encountered during the recycling of PET is reduced to an absolute minimum. After the PET melt has passed through a stilling chamber in the JUMP system, the polymer is pumped directly into the production process (for example direct extrusion spinning, strapping) or to a pelletising (chip cutting) system. With the complete system consisting of the Gneuss Processing Unit with the MRS Extruder and a JUMP  system, industrial waste can be quickly and efficiently reprocessed in one processing step to a high quality polymer melt which can be directly processed to a finished product.

Revision of process and pressure constant Rotary Filtration Systems for the widest range of different applications

Both the RSFgenius as well as the SFXmagnus ranges have been completely revised during 2016. Modifications to the screen changer housings permit operation on a wider range of applications at higher pressures, whilst offering enlarged active filtration areas. Components and modules have been commonised between the two ranges in order to offer even more attractive value for money and shorter delivery lead times.

The patented RSFgenius Filtration Systems operate fully-automatically, process and pressure-constant and with a back-flushing system with unmatched efficiency. They are therefore especially suitable for demanding applications with high quality requirements.

The SFXmagnus range of automatic screen changers is characterised by an extremely large active area in a compact unit. This range of screen changers is available with or without an integrated back-flushing piston depending on the exact requirements of the process.

New for PVC processing is the SFpvc R, a further development of the SFpvc. Both models are designed specifically for challenging PVC recycling applications but the new SFpvc R offers for the first time an integrated self-cleaning (back flushing) system whilst maintaining absolute process-constant operation.

Highest quality, short delivery times: even for individual, tailor-made sensors

Gneuss offers individually tailor- made melt pressure and melt temperature sensors even outside of the typical market standards. As a machinery manufacturer, Gneuss has the manufacturing capabilities to realise even unusual sensor requirements. The lean manufacturing structure at Gneuss makes this possible with shortest delivery times. Gneuss sensors are available to match regional or application — specific requirements such as Atex, Hart Communication or EAC.

The new DAIL melt pressure transducer range from Gneuss is a special addition to the range, specifically for pressure overload protection. Whether as an economic single sensor system for standard applications or a complete system solution for explosion hazard environments, Gneuss has a pressure monitoring system for every application.

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: Gnuess

Modaris® 3D Galvanizes The Development Of Collections For Cache Cache

PARIS — February 14, 2017 — Lectra has equipped women’s brand Cache Cache (Beaumanoir group) with Modaris® 3D to ramp up product development and facilitate exchanges between sub-contractors. The company has been a Lectra customer for more than 15 years.

Founded in 1981, the France-based family group is a specialist in fashion distribution. Cache Cache, the group’s early brand, is a market leader in French and international prêt-à- porter with more than 1,590 sales points across the world, including more than 500 located in France. Present in 21 countries, Cache Cache continues to expand in Europe and Asia, including the recent opening of its 1,000th shop in China. In parallel, the brand is forging ahead with e-commerce. The group’s brands — Bonobo, Cache Cache, Morgan, Bréal and Scottage — are accessible and in tune with young, modern and audacious women. The Beaumanoir group employs over 14,300 collaborators across the world, and in 2015 posted a turnover of 1.4 billion euros.

The Cache Cache brand, which was already using the expert version of Modaris — Lectra’s flagship solution for product development in the fashion industry — has acquired the 3-D version for its design offices located at the group’s head office in St. Malo, France, and for Shanghai, China.

“Our design office in St. Malo is responsible for creating and developing products,” explained Camille Dupont, director for Offer, at Cache Cache. “We are leveraging Modaris 3D to react rapidly to evolving demand. With this solution, our stylists and product managers can easily make choices, organized around the same screen, based on prototypes developed in 3-D. The decision-making process starts as early as possible and is much quicker.”

Cache Cache initially rolled out Modaris 3D for dresses, before extending the solution across all of its collections. Their decision was driven by the reduction in the number of prototypes possible.

“Cache Cache sub-contracts manufacturing to a vast network of suppliers,” commented Karen Elalouf, managing director, Lectra France. “By replacing a portion of the physical prototypes with virtual prototypes, Lectra’s 3D technology will simplify the exchanges between the design office and sub-contractors, generating many advantages including—saving time, savings on materials, and reducing stocks.”

“Highly responsive, Cache Cache is permanently adapting to developments in fashion across its many markets,” underlined Jeanine Guillaume, head of the technical division at Cache Cache. “3D is the right choice for our brand. By advancing more quickly at the product development stage, our teams will have more time to dedicate to new creative ideas. In addition, we will achieve considerable all-round savings thanks to improved exchanges between our suppliers.”

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: Lectra

Size NorthAmerica Is On The Road

CARY, N.C./KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — February 9, 2017 — The new representative anthropometric serial measurement survey in the United States and Canada is gathering momentum — two sites are now fully ready to scan test persons and a truck designed to function as a mobile measuring station will start its tour through the United States in the next days.

The “Size NorthAmerica” serial measurement survey has progressed on to full implementation phase. 3-D body scanners are already in place and ready to complete scans at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, and Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant. In addition to the stationary scanning locations, a trailer equipped with a mobile measuring station will go on tour in February.

Volunteers needed!

“We start our tour with the survey in February in the Raleigh area and will be on road for about 15 months across the United States,” says Tim Guenzel, project manager for Size NorthAmerica at Human Solutions of North America Inc. “Every man, woman and child between the ages of 6-75 is eligible to participate in the survey. We’re looking for volunteers who are willing to be measured using our state- of-the-art 3-D body scanners. The data we collect will be used to develop up-to-date size tables for apparel industry and representing information for the automotive industry.”

The participants are scanned in different postures in suitable underwear. All garments required for the scan will be provided for the participant. The data we obtain will be stored anonymously and then processed to meet the demands of the automotive and apparel industries.

The “Size NorthAmerica” project is the most extensive measurement survey project on the North American continent to date. It is carried out by Human Solutions in collaboration with the Canadian Institute, Vestechpro. During the survey, body measurements, proportions and demographic data of 18,000 men, women and children will be collected.

Why is this survey taking place?

People change — and precise knowledge of human body shapes is indispensable for the development of vehicles and apparel. The body measurements and proportions of the North American population have changed considerably in recent decades, as has the demographic structure of the USA and Canada. The anthropometric data and standard size tables that are currently available derive from old data and can therefore only help the industry in a limited way. The changes that have occurred within the populations are not addressed and detailed information on specific target groups and market shares is currently not available. Additionally, data about children and young adults is also a major point of focus. There is an extremely limited amount of data available for the age groups from 6 to 17, and current children’s size tables are based off datasets from 1930 to 1970. Size NorthAmerica is set out to remedy this by capturing and documenting the changes of recent years.

Revising sizes systems to match relevant markets

“This large-scale serial measurement program in the United States and Canada carried out with our project partner Vestechpro will enable us to determine the changes in the body measurements and proportions of the North American population. The data we acquire will be processed to obtain current body dimension statistics, which will meet the demands of the automotive and apparel industries,” said Tim Guenzel. “The Size NorthAmerica survey will give us relevant information for the automotive industry — information that’s instructive in terms of safety, handling and comfort for product development. And, we can soon offer apparel manufacturers the opportunity to assign current body proportions to their company-specific sizes systems — and to optimize the sizes as well.”

Measurement results are integrated into the iSize database

The results of the Size NorthAmerica survey will be available in a completely new form. The data collected will be integrated into the iSize web portal, allowing quick and convenient access, plus straightforward evaluation and analysis.

Combined expertise for Size NorthAmerica

The Size NorthAmerica serial measurement survey is being carried out by the Human Solutions Group in collaboration with Vestechpro. Human Solutions has an experienced team of ergonomics and anthropometrical specialists, plus the measuring technology, the necessary hardware and software, the IT infrastructure and almost 20 years of experience in the field of body measurement. This globally- powerful technology has proven itself during large serial measurement surveys in Germany, Italy, France, Sweden, China, Spain and many other countries.

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: Human Solutions Group

ELG Carbon Fibre And Adesso Advanced Materials Cooperate On Recycled Carbon Fiber For Automotive Applications

COSELEY, England — February 8, 2017 — ELG Carbon Fibre Ltd. and China-based Adesso Advanced Materials Wuhu Co. Limited have concluded a MOU regarding cooperation to develop lightweight composite components for the automotive industry based on ELG’s recycled carbon fiber materials.

The initial focus of the cooperation is to investigate applications which have been identified by China-based Chery New Energy Automobile Technology Co. Ltd on the Chery eQ1 electric vehicle. The goal is to further reduce the weight of the eQ1, which already makes extensive use of aluminum technology, through selective use of carbon fiber composites. The longer term intent is to then apply the knowledge gained from these projects in Chery’s conventional vehicles.

Following a preliminary evaluation of ELG’s materials by Professor Fan Guanghong’s team at the Advanced Manufacture Technology Center of China Academy of Machinery Science Technology (CAMTC), Chery has suggested initial applications to be investigated, and providing that technical and commercial targets are achieved, ELG, Adesso and Chery intend to enter into a definite agreement to start full scale production of these parts in Wuhu. This agreement would see ELG Carbon Fibre establish a carbon fibre recycling operation in China when sufficient volumes of recycled carbon fiber materials are required.

Frazer Barnes, managing director of ELG Carbon Fibre, said: “The eQ1, through its extensive use of aluminium, already represents a huge advancement in lightweighting for the Chinese car industry. We are pleased to be working with the innovative engineering team at Adesso and Chery to help them take the next step forward and start introducing carbon fibre composites into their vehicles”.

Dr. Bo Liang, President, Chairman and CEO of Adesso, said: “Working together in this project enables us to address the barriers preventing large scale use of carbon fibre composites in automotive applications-namely cost – through the use of recycled materials, design and manufacturing, and collaboration with experienced partners. Our vision is that cooperation leads to an automotive composites hub in Wuhu. It also strengthens our vision on sustainability of the composite industry in China.”

Gao Lixin, deputy general manager of Chery Automobile Co. Ltd and general manager of Chery New Energy Automobile Technology Co. Ltd., said: “There is a strong need to reduce the weight of both new energy and conventional vehicles in order to meet environmental and performance targets. We believe carbon fiber composites have an important role to play in this and through our cooperation with ELG and Adesso on the eQ1 project we will gain a significant learning curve advantage that we can then use in our conventional vehicles.”

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: ELG Carbon Fibre Ltd 

Mayer & Cie. Continues Its Series Of Successes In 2016 Clear Objectives For 2017

ALBSTADT, Germany — February 9, 2017 — The Germany-based circular knitting machine manufacturer Mayer & Cie. (MCT) can once again looks back on a successful financial year. Mayer & Cie. has been able to record a substantial increase in sales of around 10 percent for 2016. With regard to the number of machines produced during the year, the result was about 200 more than in 2015. The ongoing positive trend in business development is also reflected in the company’s recruitment figures — its base in Albstadt alone has welcomed 40 new members of staff, and across the Group as a whole there have been 55. In order to ensure this success continues, Mayer & Cie. are planning further investments at all three locations in 2017. One important goal is to reduce the long lead times resulting from demand.

“2016 was once again a record year for our company”, says Mayer & Cie. Managing Director Benjamin Mayer. “That is down to our employees, and they deserve our thanks for having made this renewed success possible in the first place.”

The Financial Year 2016 In Review

Over the past year, Mayer & Cie. cracked the 100-million-Euro turnover mark; across the whole group 2016 sales amounted to around 105 million and have therefore grown considerably again compared to the previous year.

The main reason for the successful conclusion to the year is the very good order situation. Several times over the last year the circular knitting machine manufacturer was able to record record-high numbers of incoming orders. Correspondingly, the number of machines produced rose once again in 2016: at 1,500, it was 200 more than the previous year.

It was primarily from Turkey, India and China, which have all been strong textile markets for many years, that Mayer & Cie. received a large number of orders. Nevertheless, says Mayer, the demand for premium machines is growing the world over. This applies particularly for new developments, including the high-performance machines Relanit 3.2 HS for single jersey fabric and OVJA 1.6 EM HS for patterned mattress material. The D4-2.2 HPI interlock machine, also introduced in 2015, has already become a best-seller.

As a result of the huge order volumes and the positive overall situation, Mayer & Cie. has recruited around 55 new members of staff within one year across the whole group. At the headquarters in Albstadt alone, there are now around 40 more employees at work than one year ago. The number of apprentices has also increased: 22 young people are currently completing a traineeship or a combined study course at Mayer & Cie. in Albstadt.

Clear Objectives For 2017

“Traditionally one step ahead” is the guiding principle for the knitting machine manufacturer. To ensure it stays that way, in 2017 this family-run company will make further investments in its three production sites in Albstadt, the Czech Republic and China. The overriding goal is to reduce lead times. Managing Director Benjamin Mayer: “Our customers are now waiting up to ten months for certain machines. That is too long, and it’s something we need to change.”

In the course of 2016, Mayer & Cie. has already implemented pioneering decisions: With the construction and expansion of the Czech factory and the establishment of further machine production lines in Vsetín, the premium manufacturer is also able to hold its own in the mid-range segment of the market. With new appointments in important strategic roles at the parent company, the firm hopes to tap into new customer segments. New, modern manufacturing machines have been purchased in production. These will be followed by further acquisitions in Albstadt in 2017, which include a few in-house developments by Mayer & Cie., for example a slitting cutter machine. Machines like this, produced by MCT itself, are specifically tailored to the requirements of circular knitting machine construction and the company’s own production processes. Also on the plan for Albstadt in 2017: Production of the new, fully-automated high-rack warehouse, further modernisation of the administration building and comprehensive innovations in the company’s own IT and software.

“2016 was once again a very good year for our company”, says Benjamin Mayer. “We are now facing the challenges of 2017 – all the while firmly convinced that we are on the right path to continued success. We are therefore expecting a slight increase in sales again in 2017.

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: Mayer & Cie.

ACIMIT: Textile Machinery — 2016 Closes With Growth In New Orders

MILAN, Italy — February 14, 2017 — The orders index for textile machinery compiled by ACIMIT, the Association Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, for the period from October to December 2016 rose by 5 percent compared to the same period for the previous year. The value of the index thus came in at 94.2 points (basis: 2010=100).

This growth affected both the foreign markets, where the index registered an absolute value of 103.4 points (+5 percent) and Italy. In this case, the increase compared to the period from October to December 2015 was 16 percent, with an absolute value for the index of 55.7 points.

On an annual basis, and compared to 2015, the index registered an average increase of 4% (absolute value: 95.2). Domestic sales were up significantly, rising by fully 14 percent (absolute index: 55.2), confirming the vigour of the Italian market. Foreign markets recorded a more contained increase in orders (+3 percent, for an absolute value of 104.0).

The president of ACIMIT, Raffaella Carabelli, commented on the results as follows: “The data for the index for the last quarter of 2016 confirm a year we can certainly define as positive, with an overall growing orders index.”

Data for Italian exports, updated to the first nine months of 2016, confirm a positive trend, with a 3 percent increase compared to the same period of 2015. “In spite of our far from brilliant export performance in the world’s three major markets, China, Turkey and India,” states ACIMIT’s President, “our sales are nonetheless growing in Bangladesh and Pakistan, as well as in North America and Europe”.

The outlook for 2017 appears to be dynamic, despite the current geopolitical uncertainties. For its part, with the support of the MISE and ICE-Agency, over the course of the year ACIMIT will continue to push forward in promoting internationalization, as over 20 Country/markets will be the object of promotional initiatives aimed at the penetration of Italy’s textile machinery sector. Among these initiatives are projects laid out for Sub-Saharan Africa and Iran, both areas in which ACIMIT is insistently promoting its activities for growth.

Posted February 14, 2017

Source: ACIMIT

Polartec To Withdraw From Outdoor Retailer​

ANDOVER, Mass. — February 10, 2017 — Polartec has announced its withdrawal from the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Utah. The announcement comes following much consideration, and is made in solidarity with Polartec customer Patagonia, which recently withdrew from Outdoor Retailer trade shows in Utah in response to the state government’s public land policy.

“Outdoor recreation is vital to our existence, and public lands conservation is essential,” says Gary Smith, Polartec CEO. “That’s why we’re proud to join with those willing to invest in doing the right thing, in standing up for the unique and finite resource that is our public lands. It’s never been more important to demonstrate that collaboration and conservation, not domination and extraction, will determine the quality of our future.”

Polartec still plans to exhibit at other trade shows and, in addition to environmental policies that promote public lands conservation, hopes to see trade show partnerships that foster modern commerce.

Posted February 13, 2017

Source: Polartec

USTER Fosters New Talent In 10 Years Of University Programs Driving China’s Textile Industry

USTER, Switzerland — February 13, 2017 — Progress in China’s textile industry is increasingly being driven by a young and dynamic generation of professionals, and USTER is proud to play a role in fostering the development of these talented individuals. The company’s close links with Chinese universities started 10 years ago, and in that period Uster has developed a scholarship program which now covers eight universities and has so far involved well over 500 students.

Richard Furter, Uster’s former head of Textile Technology, started the scholarship initiative and was personally involved in developing the program through its early years. At that time, he was assisted by Ellen Liu, head of Textile Technology in China, who translated. She remembers that students in the program were immediately impressed by the concept of quality control and management and the potentiality offered by quality testing and monitoring instruments.

Today, the company is still convinced that the Uster scholarship program will encourage successive generations of students to continue the transformation of China’s textile industry from a traditional sector to a modern global player in quality markets. Uster believes it’s important to lay the foundations for this at the textile universities, so that students are introduced to new ideas and become inspired by the possibilities.

Internships For Practical Experience

Since 2010, Uster has also been offering internships at its laboratory in Suzhou, in collaboration with Donghua University. Each year, two masters degree students are able to gain experience as testing engineers, working with Uster staff — as well as having access to latest test technology to help with their theses. The internships allocate students’ time 50:50 between work in the lab and individual study, all supported by regular training from USTER Textile Technologists.

Liu also continues the popular and valuable program of university lectures started in 2007 by the late and highly-respected Uster expert Richard Furter and continued by Thomas Nasiou, today CEO of Uster Technologies. Both these men spent time lecturing students at Donghua and Qingdao universities. Mr Furter initiated the lecture program based on his personal strong belief that the young professionals will drive the Chinese textile industry into a well-developed, modern business. He put a lot of effort in fostering the future generation. Through a career with Uster spanning 47 years, he was renowned for his seemingly limitless knowledge. He was even asked to write an independent textbook, titled ‘Textile Measuring Technology and Quality Control’ which was officially acknowledged by China’s textile education authorities and has been a ‘set book’ for textile students since 2012.

Scholarships At Eight Universities

The first Uster scholarships at Donghua University and Qingdao University started in 2008. Since then, the program has expanded to include six more establishments which regard the company as a partner in fulfilling their educational goals: Tianjin Polytechnic University, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Jiangnan University, Zhongyuan University of Technology, Nantong University, and Yancheng Institute of Technology. They appreciate the specific technical focus of the lectures on quality management and control, as well as Uster STATISTICS.

So far, 563 students at different levels (undergraduate, masters and PHD) have been awarded Uster scholarships. Successful students must demonstrate high performance — in marks and engagement — but also involvement in research and university projects, along with well-developed personal and interactive skills.

Over the years, many Uster scholarship winners have gone on to work in key textile industry posts, or as university professors themselves. “My company employed me as testing engineer when I graduated just because I had learned Uster instrument knowledge during my internship. I can say that Uster knowledge helped me to gain this career opportunity,” said GuangZhen Guo, who works as a supervisor in CFIB branch in Fujian province. He studied at Donghua University and had the chance to take part in a year-long Uster internship program. Professor Yong Liu was, as a Ph.D. student, a winner of one of the first Uster scholarships in 2008. Today he holds the positions of vice-dean of the textile college of Tianjin Polytechnic University and doctorial supervisor. He says: “I was inspired to devote myself to the textile industry and contribute to the development of textile talents as well as to scientific and technological progress.” This reaction is typical of the majority of students, who report that their scholarship gave them the confidence to remain in the textile sector and the encouragement to anticipate and move changes in China.

Belief In The Future Of Textiles

Uster is convinced that younger staff members are the key to implementing sustainable and successful quality management concepts in the spinning industry. The university environment introduces students to modern methods and attitudes in the textile industry, opening their minds and giving them the courage to challenge strong traditions. “There is a trend now for yarn producers to realize how textile engineers can help to improve the competitive capabilities of their spinning mills. They seek employees with university degrees and offer higher salaries,” said Liu. “Some companies will even promise quick promotion to ensure that young professionals stay in the job for years.”

The Chinese government has itself recognized the potential benefits of increased quality standards, and launched new initiatives to promote a high quality and brand oriented policy for manufacturing industries in 2016. Students who are ready to embrace quality management concepts will provide a good foundation for this campaign. And Uster Technologies is pleased to take part in the modern development of China’s textile industry through its continuing commitment to supporting the future textile professionals with its scholarship and internship programs.

Posted February 13, 2017

Source: USTER Technologies Ltd.

Huntsman Develops DALTOPED® Lite Energy And DALTOPED® X-Lite To Support Future Footwear Megatrends

EVERBERG, Belgium — February 13, 2017 — Polyurethane experts from Huntsman have developed two brand new soling solutions for the footwear industry, which will be officially launched at SIMAC in Milan at the end of February.

The two materials — DALTOPED® Lite ENERGY and Daltoped X-Lite — are designed to fill the performance gap between conventional polyurethane and expanded thermoplastic polyurethane (e-TPU) soling systems.

Providing a viable alternative for footwear manufacturers looking to substitute ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA) or upgrade the rebound and elasticity properties achieved by existing polyurethane soling materials, the materials offer new levels of comfort, performance and durability, plus improved dynamism even at low molding densities.

Both materials are ideal for the creation of unit soles and midsoles but are suitable for use in almost all footwear applications.

Daltoped Lite ENERGY, the only PU product of its kind currently available, is a lightweight polyurethane soling solution with dynamic energy return capabilities and a density range of 300-350 kg/m3. Super responsive, it provides high rebound and long lasting cushioning capabilities that respond to every stride. Helping to put less strain on the body and with the potential to offer miles of comfort, Daltoped Lite ENERGY is ideal for the production of midsoles for sports footwear and single density soles for athleisure shoes — typically worn during workouts but also as comfortable casual wear.

Huntsman’s Daltoped X-Lite technology combines the low density needed to make shoes more comfortable — 350 kilograms per cubic meter — with excellent mechanical and robust processing properties. This cost effective polyether material has good flexural strength and abrasion resistance, and is ideal for producing unit soles for high quality casual and children’s footwear, as well as mid soles and slippers.

Both Daltoped Lite ENERGY and Daltoped X-Lite are available in a wide range of color options, are easy to process and can reduce energy consumption in sole production. They are also compatible with standard PU machinery and automated processes — meaning no additional capital outlay is required to switch to the new materials.

Johan Van Dyck, Technical Manager at Huntsman, said: “The development of our Daltoped Lite ENERGY and Daltoped X-Lite technologies underscores our continuing commitment to the footwear industry and serves as a reminder of our track record for pioneering revolutionary polyurethane materials. Wholly committed to helping footwear manufacturers stay one step ahead, we are developing materials that can help address future megatrends in consumer products.”

Huntsman’s footwear experts will be at SIMAC in Milan, Italy, from 21 to 23 February 2017. Visit the team at SIMAC at booth C41 in hall 14 to discuss the latest polyurethane materials available to the footwear industry and how they can help manufacturers differentiate their designs and stand out from the crowd without compromising quality.

Posted February 13, 2017

Source: Huntsman Corp.

AmeriPride Services Announces New General Manager In Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. — February 13, 2017 — AmeriPride Services, a leading textile rental services and supply company in North America, today announced the promotion of Mike Jackson to the position of general manager at its Omaha branch. Jackson will have fiscal and operational oversight over the entire branch and affiliated service centers.

“I’m very pleased to announce this new appointment and I’m confident that Mike will drive growth and ongoing stability at our Omaha facility,” said John Sutherland, senior vice president of U.S. Operations. “His industry knowledge and experience in sales, customer service and operations will serve him well in his new role.”

Jackson joined AmeriPride in November of 2013 as a sales manager in the Topeka and Kansas City markets and took a new position as Sales Training and Recruiting Manager in February of 2015. Prior to AmeriPride, he worked elsewhere in the industry in various roles, including route representative, route manager, district manager, assistant general manager, and general manager.

Jackson has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Robert Morris College. He and his wife Alisha and their two children will be relocating to the Omaha area as he assumes this new position.

Posted February 13, 2017

Source: AmeriPride Services

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