MagnaColours® Welcome New Apprentices

BARNSLEY, England — October 3, 2017 — Leading manufacturers of water-based screen-printing inks, MagnaColours® have welcomed two apprentices to their team at the MagnaLab. The new apprentices will work full time at Magna’s Barnsley-based facility, as well as receiving associated structured study, providing them with a mix of hands on experience, and supporting education and guidance.

The apprentices will receive the necessary education and experience with Magna’s trained experts, gaining valuable hands-on experience and insight into the industry and its various processes within a lab environment. They can expect to learn new techniques, how to use different equipment, with support from experienced industry experts. This will also be reinforced by structured study and learning reviews, run by the apprenticeship body, providing a more varied and versatile learning experience.

Helen Parry, Managing Director of MagnaColours® said: “We’re so pleased to be bringing two apprentices on board, Sophie and Sam will be a really welcome addition to the team. As someone who has been in the industry for a number of years, I understand how vital gaining this kind of valuable experience is. Our industry can be a complex one, so the experience they get here will be a great starting point for them, and we can’t wait to pass on our knowledge, experience and expertise.”

“At Magna, we place great importance on education, whether that’s educating people on the benefits of water-based inks, rather than chemically harmful ones, or teaching screen-printers about how to get the best results from our products. We want the bright new talent coming into our industry to be nurtured, and as a company which is leading innovation, it’s always valuable to meet new people and discuss and generate new ideas.”

Earlier this year, in order to help screen-printers to get the best out of the Magna product range, Magna launched their own education programme, MagnaAcademy. Magna want to show that printers can get the same or better-quality results from using water-based inks, something they’re achieving through education of the industry.

Posted October 3, 2017

Source: MagnaColours®

UltraTech Wins Innovation Award For Superhydrophobic Fabric Protection Product

JACKSONVILLE, FL — October 3, 2017 — UltraTech International, Inc., an innovation company that brings new technologies to market, received an IFF Innovation Award for its product, EverShield, at this year’s Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) trade show in New Orleans.

EverShield is a Durable Omni Repellant (DOR) that deflects water, food, oil, and so much more. DORs have evolved from DWRs because DWR fabrics can only repel water.  The fabric protection establishes a polymer coating that encases each fiber of the material, significantly increasing durability through a complex, protective matrix.  The coating that is created maintains performance levels of long chain fluorocarbons while utilizing more acceptable six-carbon fluoropolymers.

EverShield uses an environmentally-friendly formula using C6 chemistry and it is also water-based with no VOCs.  Unlike some DWRs, EverShield treated fabrics can be washed at standard temperatures. No super-heated wash or drying cycles are needed to maintain superhydrophobic or oleophobic properties. Cooler water and cooler dryers means less energy consumption and lower operating costs.

EverShield outperforms DWRs by repelling water in addition to oils, food products, mud, concrete, ice and other aqueous solutions.

The IFF Innovation Award encourages companies around the globe to weave tomorrow’s ideas into the fabrics of today.  The purpose of the award is to inspire companies from all over the world to not only come up with great ideas, but make them happen.  Winners were chosen by a jury of experts who serve in the specialty fabrics industry.

UltraTech International, Inc. was formed in 1993 with one goal in mind: to create the world’s finest offering of spill containment and spill response products. Since then, its vision has expanded into additional product categories and the company now features a product line that consists of over 350 unique products.

Focusing intensely on meeting customer needs in an innovative and cost‐effective manner, the company has introduced an average of 20 new products each year. UltraTech’s design and development team is credited with over 60 patents. They are industry leaders in spill containment, stormwater management, facility protection, construction compliance and oil spill response.

Posted October 3, 2017

Source: UltraTech International, Inc

Unifi Celebrates National Manufacturing Day

GREENSBORO, N.C. – October 2, 2017 – In observance of Manufacturing Day 2017 (MFG Day), Unifi, Inc., joined companies across the nation to showcase automation, advanced technology, investment  and expanded job opportunities in manufacturing.  Unifi hosted members of the Yadkinville community and the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce at its G. Allen Mebane Industrial Complex in Yadkinville, N.C. on Sept. 26, 2017.  Participants gathered for lunch, enjoyed a short presentation and toured Unifi’s Yadkinville facility.

“Our goal during Manufacturing Day was to highlight all of Unifi’s growth, technology and innovation,” said Tom Caudle, president of Unifi.  “We want our community to know that manufacturing is alive and well at Unifi and we have many outstanding career opportunities available. While we support our community schools and organize tours for hundreds of students of all ages throughout the year, MFG Day gave us an additional opportunity to connect with community leaders on the tremendous revitalization of the textile industry, and Unifi’s cutting-edge technology in particular.”

Throughout the event, participants learned about Unifi’s success with its REPREVE brand of recycled fibers and other premier fiber technologies.  Unifi’s premier fibers grew to 40% of consolidated sales for fiscal year 2017, and REPREVE is a key driver in that business.

Caudle added, “The long list of leading brands using REPREVE is a point of pride for employees. We believe we have more to offer the next generations coming into our industry; it’s more than a job or even a career, it’s about being part of something bigger than ourselves.”

Posted October 2, 2017

Source: Unifi, Inc.

Patrizia Pepe Chooses EFI Optitex As Its 2-D/3-D Strategic Partner

MILAN, Italy — October 2, 2017 — EFI™ Optitex, a provider of an integrated 2-D and 3-D CAD/CAM software platform for the apparel and textile industries, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Tessilform, the Tuscany-based company owner of the famous brand, Patrizia Pepe.

The partnership includes the acquisition of a large configuration of 2-D and 3-D EFI Optitex licenses by Patrizia Pepe, which will initially drive the digital transformation of its apparel department before extending the solutions to its bags department.

As 3-D is seen as a key success factor to face the new challenges of the fashion market, Patrizia Pepe chose EFI Optitex after a thorough evaluation of what the market had to offer. “EFI Optitex is a trusted partner and the well-established leader offering a cutting-edge technology and the greatest knowledge regarding best practices for adopting 2-D and 3-D integrated solutions,” said Sebastiano Lombardo, Patrizia Pepe’s general manager.

“By incorporating EFI Optitex digital solutions into the company design and production workflows, we expect to decrease our time to market by 30 percent, while better streamlining our internal processes and significantly reducing our costs,” added Lombardo. “Moreover, we expect to launch high-quality offerings more frequently in order to meet our clients’ needs.”

Asaf Landau, EFI Optitex’s vice president and general manager, stated that the partnership with Tessilform is “very meaningful as Patrizia Pepe is another leading brand leveraging 3-D to gain competitive advantage via digital transformation. We see the wave of 3-D adoption accelerating with leaders which are leading the industry evolution.”

EFI Optitex’s portfolio includes 8,000 apparel and fashion companies, including famous brands in Italy and the world.

Posted October 2, 2017

Source: EFI Optitex

With Honour Announces New Modern Modest Sportswear With Active Cooling Technology

WASHINGTON — October 2, 2017 — U.S. based product developer, With Honour, is unveiling a range of stylish yet amazingly functional active fashion wear for modest women and athletes. With Honour noticed the need for modest clothing that suits modern women, so they decided to create it themselves.

The With Honour range consisting of self-cooling “SnapJab” and “Aurora hoodie” will be preselling its products through the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. During a 30-day sale the range will be selling at a discount.

Having spotted a gap in the market for a fashionable, comfortable and practical modest activewear, the team went out and spoke to female athletes in more than five countries. The quest was to create the ultimate clothing range for these women, and the result is the With Honour range.

The garments were first designed to be functional with easy access non-snag snaps, snug fitting yet comfortable with amazing built in active-cooling tech that keeps you cool no matter what the sport.

The company then took that functionality and made it beautiful. “We wanted to create a range of active wear that is ideal for serious female athletes but can be worn by anyone,” said founder Kamal Kalifa.

Kalifa, firmly believes that “What you wear should never limit what you can achieve.”

Posted October 2, 2017

Source: With Honour

Hexcel Completes Structil Acquisition

STAMFORD, Conn. — October 2, 2017 – Hexcel Corp. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of all of the shares of Structil S.A., a French producer and supplier of high-performance composites to the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

Structil is a joint venture between Safran Ceramics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Safran, and Mitsubishi Chemical Corp. (formerly Mitsubishi Rayon Corp.). The company employs approximately 70 people at a 68,000-square-foot production plant on a 7-acre site in Vert-le- Petit, France, about 25 miles south of Paris. Structil’s 2016 sales were approximately $21 million. The company’s product lines include prepregs, structural adhesives and pultruded profiles used in engine nacelles, aerospace interiors, military jets and more.

Hexcel’s Chairman, CEO and President, Nick Stanage, said: “We are pleased to complete the transaction and to welcome the Structil team to Hexcel. Together, we will strengthen our development capability and technologies for next-generation aerospace and industrial applications.”

Posted October 2, 2017

Source: Hexcel Corp.

IFAI Expo 2017

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The Advanced Textiles Conference featured a keynote luncheon titled "Unexpected Paths Of Diversification." John Neely (left), director of Marketing and Product Management Building and Construction, Berry Global, was one of the panel members.
Ben Cooper (right), managing director, IoClothes, was a panelist at the keynote luncheon.
Meredith Boyd (right), corporate business development manager, Unifi Manufacturing Inc., was the third featured panelist at the luncheon discussion.
Tim Ziegenfus (left), Advanced Testing Instruments; and Reto Vogt, Textest AG
(left to right): Shartel "Skip" Smith, CEO; James Griffith, executive vice president; Tim Hutchens, account manager; and Scott Hartzell, sales manager, Brawer Brothers Inc.
(left to right): Olivia Saccameno, William Corso, Todd Johnston, Robert Saunders, Michael Emery, Roger Kahler, Jason D. Ward, and Neil Toomey, Covestro LLC
Alex Vega (left), president, and Gary Freedman, Eton Systems
Joey Smith (left), director of purchasing, and Hank Hoshall, product manager, Highland Industries Inc.
(left to right): Dr. Jan Beringer, head of development, Function & Care, Hohenstein Institute; and Malinda Salter, account executive, and Ben Mead, managing director USA, Hohenstein Institute of America Inc.
Ed Keller (left), senior project manager; and Mark J. Blasman, vice president, marketing and software development, Jomar Softcorp International Inc.
(left to right): Robert Reimann, CEO, Jakob Müller Group; Hector Centeno, general manager, Jakob Müller de Mexico; and Hans J. Riser, executive vice president, Jakob Müller of America Inc.
(left to right): Dave Nelson, director of industry engagement; Amy Minton, analytical lab manager; and Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, director, The Nonwovens Institute
Alan Fenno, market development manager, coatings, Rubberlite Inc.
Protective commercial fishing clothing manufactured by Grundéns featuring SuperFabric®
(left to right): Tom de Avila, western regional sales manager, Spunfab Adhesive Fabrics; Doris Runa, director, SuperFabric®; Julie Kim, social consultant, Simply Social; and Leo McSherry, account manager, SuperFabric
Roland JP Zimmer (left), vice president, sales, North America, Zimmer Austria Inc.; and Horst Ros, managing director, Zimmer Maschinenbau GmbH
IFAI organized a parade led by the Helen Cox High School band to take Expo participants from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to the opening reception held at The National World War II Museum.

PolyQuest Inc., Straterra Holdings Now Own And Operate The Former DuraFiber Technologies Polyester Filament Facility In Grover, N.C.

WILMINGTON, N.C. — September 29, 2017 — PolyQuest and Straterra Holdings announced today the formation of Fiber Innovators International LLC — a joint venture between the respective companies — that has acquired the former DuraFiber Technologies facility in Grover, N.C.

The facility produces medium and high tenacity industrial polyester filament threads used in a myriad of high quality applications in North America. PolyQuest, the largest virgin PET resin distributor and one of the fastest growing PET recyclers in the United States, is excited about the joint venture with Straterra Holdings. Straterra is comprised of former key executives of DuraFiber Technologies.

Fiber Innovators International’s Grover facility has a long history of manufacturing high quality polyester filament and is the only remaining facility in the US making unique filament for certain technical applications. The Grover plant’s filament capacity is used to supply both domestic and international customers.

The investment by PolyQuest and Straterra will provide stability and supply continuity to the existing customer base as well as long term employees at the Grover facility. “We are pleased that we have been able to consummate this deal with Straterra Holdings and plan for additional investments in Grover” says John Marinelli, CEO of PolyQuest. “Strategic customer relationships and retention of our excellent employees are two of the primary keys at Grover. We will be able to secure many manufacturing positions at the Grover facility in Cleveland county. Our workforce has the skills and talent to produce highly engineered filament that has been and will remain a standard in the industry. We plan to support the growing technical needs of our key accounts for many years.”

Posted September 29, 2017

OUTLOOK™ 2017 Closes As Most Successful Edition Ever

LISBON, Portugal — September 29, 2017 — With more than 470 delegates from across the nonwovens and related industries, OUTLOOK™, the primary conference for the nonwovens hygiene and personal care industry, was again confirmed as a key industry event for the sector, showcasing EDANA’s mission to support the growth and promote the sustainable development of the industry.

The conference examined market outlook, new product developments, performance and safety testing and sustainability initiatives during the first two days, with the final day focusing on innovation and product development processes.

Feedback from participants throughout the event emphasized delegate satisfaction with the mix and quality of expert content and the many opportunities to meet with industry peers. With the conference attracting participants from across the whole supply chain and around the globe, OUTLOOK is a unique “must-attend” event for nonwoven professionals.

”The quality of the people in attendance is really high calibre, it’s a very efficient use of my and my team’s time to meet with customers and suppliers and look for new opportunities” said Linda Kelly, senior vice president, Care Division at Suominen Corp.

“OUTLOOK is really a great opportunity to meet customers and manufacturers and for networking,” said Haitham Alhudhaif, president of Saudi German company for Nonwovens. “It is in fact critical for all those related to nonwovens to attend.”

The conference, the 16th edition of OUTLOOK™, opened with a keynote speech on global economic trends from Robert Ward, editorial director of the Economist Intelligence Unit. This was coupled on the second day with a special presentation by Jonathan Bourget of Apis Rex on the role of corporate venture capital in the development of the nonwovens industry. Delegates also heard from industry experts on market trends, technical innovations and multiple efforts to introduce further sustainable business practices in the nonwovens industry.

“It is very rewarding for EDANA to facilitate industry dialogue and witness a successful collaborative gathering of key nonwoven professionals,” said Pierre Wiertz, general manager, EDANA. “The ongoing growth of this event allows us to continue to cater to the diverse needs of the sector. It is pleasing to hear of such positive feedback on the event and the fact that our selection of themes were considered as most topical for the whole supply chain and presented by authoritative experts in their respective fields.”

Posted September 29, 2017

Source: EDANA

Groundbreaking For House Of Technology Of Jowat SE

DETMOLD, Germany — September 28, 2017 – Jowat SE is investing in the future of bonding by building a new and future-oriented innovation and application center at the company’s headquarters in Detmold. The new, striking House of Technology will serve as a meeting point and offer a tangible experience of bonding technology for customers and partners. It will feature showrooms, labs and training space, as well as state-of-the-art industrial equipment for tests and demonstrations.

Around 50 years after the first production plant was built in the Ernst- Hilker-Straße, numerous guests joined Jowat at the ceremonial groundbreaking on the site of the future center for innovation and application — a multifunctional House of Technology with a highly representative appearance.

In the front section of the building, a wide range of exhibits along with the related explanations will bring the technology of bonding closer to visitors. The “KlebBar”, a small bistro with access to a patio, will be another attractive meeting point. Furthermore, the ground floor will include many different laboratories on an area of 1,200 square meters (m2), such as a chemical-physical analytical lab with an adjacent lab for substrate and material testing. The upper floor will hold offices and meeting rooms.

An auditorium arranged over two floors with a total capacity of 200 places which can be divided into separate areas will provide space for all kind of events. In addition, the House of Technology will feature a 200 and a 500 m2 big machinery room with different modern industrial equipment from all application areas served by Jowat — flat lamination, edgebanding, profile wrapping, deep-drawing of automotive interior parts, textile material lamination, as well as packaging and bookbinding. The equipment will be used for external and internal testing and training, as well as for demonstrations. A sculptural staircase in the reception area leads to a gallery which provides a unique view from above of the various rooms for visitors.

Given the great significance of the wood and furniture industry for the Jowat Group due to the different Jowat adhesives which are used in a wide range of applications, the new building is based on a timber construction. Outside, on the surrounding walkway, wooden beams — symbolizing adhesive strings — connect the floor slab with the roof.

In late autumn 2018, after a projected construction period of only 12 to 14 months, around 45 employees from two departments of Jowat SE — the Technical Support and Service as well as the Jowat Analytical Service — will work from the new building. All construction and moving procedures are due to be finished at latest by 2019, when the enterprise will celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Posted September 29, 2017

Source: Jowat SE

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