Golden Image Winners Shine On The 2016 SGIA Expo Floor Award Winners Are Honored For superior imaging skills

LAS VEGAS — September 16, 2016 — At the 2016 SGIA Expo, the winners of the Golden Image Competition were announced — along with the esteemed “Best of Show” winners, who represent the top tier of the imaging industry.

“The Golden Image award recognizes the highest quality printers who achieve remarkable control and ability,” said Johnny Shell, SGIA’s vice president of Technical Services. “Only the best in the industry are awarded this prestigious honor.”

The Golden Image Competition recognized the highest standard of imaging and covered almost every item — no matter how complex — in the specialty graphics industry, and awarded Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention ribbons. Among the Gold winners, the best of the best were chosen by members of the Academy of Screen and Digital Printing Technologies and given the highly sought-after “Best of Show” award. Congratulations to the 2016 “Best of Show” winners:

  • People’s Choice — “Ship to Shore — David Mayhew” by DuraPlaq
    Attendees vote by scanning entries they like the most, and the entry with the most scans wins.
  • Best of Show: Graphic — “The Grand Budapest Hotel” by The Half and Half
  • Awarded to the best entry from among all gold winners in graphic categories.
  • Best of Show: Garment — “Hands of Miles” by Midi Print Co
    Awarded to the best entry from among all gold winners in garment categories.
  • Best of Show: Digital — “Ship to Shore — David Mayhew” by DuraPlaq
  • Awarded to the best entry from among all gold winners in digital category subgroups.
  • Best in Creativity — “Dream of Circles” DuraPlaq
  • Awarded to the best design/application entry from among all gold winners in digital category subgroups
  • SGIA — Supporting the Leaders of the Digital & Screen Printing Community

“Specialty imaging” comprises digital imaging, screen printing and the many other imaging technologies SGIA members use, including those they’ll tap in the future. These are the imaging processes and technologies employed to create new products and to enhance existing products including point-of-purchase displays, printed electronics, membrane switches, signs, advertisements, garments, containers and vehicles. Make the most of your specialty imaging business.

Posted September 19, 2016

Source: SGIA

New Dow Product Line Helps Maximize Industrial Water Recovery, Minimize Waste

EDINA, Minn. — September 19, 2016 — Cost of water on the front end and discharge fees on the other end are squeezing industrial water users. Increasing water efficiency is a clear solution but facilities reusing and recycling must now treat water that is more fouled and more expensive to treat.

To help alleviate these challenges in the market, Dow Water & Process Solutions, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, is introducing its new DOW FILMTEC™ FORTILIFE™ family of products to its reverse osmosis and nanofiltration portfolio. The Dow Filmtec Fortilife product line is designed for a challenge, offering industrial users a reliable and affordable option to help solve their most challenging water needs. The product line was recognized with the “Best Technology Innovation Award” in the Membrane Category at Aquatech China 2016 and will be on display at WEFTEC 2016 in New Orleans from September 26-28.

“Our Filmtec technology provides industry-leading reliability, exceptional cleanability and robust membrane. The new Fortilife family combines the benefits of our Filmtec technology with advancements to help tackle the most challenging waters and applications,” said Yochai Gafni, RO business unit director for Dow Water & Process Solutions, “With the new product line, Dow can help you reduce water costs, achieve sustainability goals, minimize biofouling problems and move toward minimal liquid discharge (MLD).”

The product line consists of four new elements helping meet customer needs in challenging waters across various markets such as fossil power generation, chemical & petrochemical, steel & metal and textiles. The products include:

  • Dow Filmtec Fortilife CR100 Element: engineered specifically for plants where biofouling is a problem. The element offers reduced cleanings up to 50%, improved cleaning results and lower energy costs up to 10%.
  • Dow Filmtec Fortilife XC70, XC80 and XC-N Elements: offering advantages for plants looking to reduce costly concentrate waste, lower operating expenses and achieve MLD goals. Among the many advantages, these products will help maximize water recovery in MLD related applications and minimize daily operational expense.

Posted September 19, 2016

Source: The Dow Chemical Company

Alvanon’s Simon Fernandes Will Address Technologies Used To Establish Sizing, Brand Growth And Development At IAF India

NEW YORK CITY — September 19, 2016 — Alvanon Regional Director Simon Fernandes will explore the “Importance of sizing for brand growth and development” at IAF’s 32nd World Fashion Convention, September 27th, 4:00 p.m., Trident Nariman Point Hotel in Mumbai.

“Among other areas, we’ll examine user friendly online tools that operate with software or algorithms to help consumers make educated sizing and fit choices,” Fernandes says. “These can ultimately reduce multiple sales of the same product and the overall cost of returns. Clear and concise communication to the consumer is fundamental with regards to sizing and fit intent.”

Fernandes will also explore the processes of collecting data, analysing the data and showing how it can most productively be used, followed by a look at the technology employed for developing fit tools and grading patterns.

Fernandes invites attendees to bring with them questions pertaining to the sizing, brand growth and development challenges they face in their manufacturing and retail businesses.

Posted September 19, 2016

Source: Alvanon

AmeriPride Services Announces Director Appointments And Promotions

MINNEAPOLIS — September 19, 2016 — AmeriPride Services today announced several new director appointments and promotions.

Kristin LeBre was appointed to the role of director of US Labor Relations and HR. LeBre is an experienced senior legal counselor with expertise in labor and employment law, compliance and litigation management. She started her career at Winthrop & Weinstine and has served as in-house counsel for several public and privately-held companies, including ShopNBC, Musicland, Nash Finch and Fingerhut. LeBre has a J.D. from the University of Iowa, and is currently active in the Minnesota Association of Corporate Counsel and has served on the Minnesota State Bar Association Employment Law Governing Council.

Kathy Jennings has been promoted to senior director/operations controller. Jennings oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and payroll teams, as well as a variety of special projects to standardize and centralize back-office processes. She was recently named to the Finance & Commerce ‘Top Women in Finance’ List, which recognizes women who are making notable contributions to their professions, their communities and society at large. She is also an enthusiastic leader in the company’s community outreach and volunteer programs, including the annual MS150 ride.

Todd Schlachter has been appointed as director of direct sales and will now lead this function across the US and Canada. He and his team will work to enhance and promote AmeriPride’s direct sales capabilities while presenting an integrated rental and purchase solution for customers. Schlachter started with the company in 1994 and has excelled in various service and sales positions during his tenure, most recently as a sales director in the Eastern US and Canada. He works out of the company’s Canadian headquarters in Toronto.

“Our people are our most important asset,” said Bill Evans, president and CEO at AmeriPride. “I am very pleased with these recent organizational changes and confident that these appointments will help us continue to find success and profitable growth in our key markets.”

Posted September 19, 2016

Source: AmeriPride Services

SPESA To Host Dual Conferences In San Antonio, Texas: Advancements In Manufacturing Technologies Conference And Annual Executive Conference

RALEIGH, N.C.  — September 14, 2016 — The Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas (SPESA) will hold dual, back-to-back events at the Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. On November 2-3, SPESA will host the Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference and will immediately follow it up with its annual Executive Conference on November 3-5. Attendees can participate in either one or both events.

About the Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference

Seventh in the series, the Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference is designed to help manufacturers of sewn products improve their quality and manufacturing efficiencies while, at the same time, reducing their lead-times required for production. The Conference showcases the technical knowledge and expertise of leading equipment and technology suppliers in a non-commercial, educational-only event. Registration is open to all sewn products industry professionals at its dedicated website www.spesaTechConference.com.

About the annual Executive Conference

In keeping with the Executive Conference ‘Localization and Globalization’ event theme, attendees will learn from and share with industry, government, and education leaders on a wide range of current issues and trends including domestic and regional manufacturing, advanced technologies, economics, and government legislation. Registration is open to all sewn products industry professionals at its dedicated website www.spesaExecConference.com.

According to SPESA Chairman Mel Berzack and president of Sewn Products Equipment Co., “Too often industry professionals have to deal with conflicting events, tight calendars, tight travel budgets, and long travel distances. By compacting these dual events into one week at a mid-continent destination point between the East and West Coasts we have made it easier on everyone.”

“Our 2016 conferences are designed to provide industry executives with updates on technology advancements along with wide-ranging perspectives on how they can succeed and grow in a fast-changing marketplace,” explained SPESA President Benton Gardner. “In addition to a great lineup of speakers and panelists, attendees will enjoy a networking receptions, dinner, and general session networking breaks. We encourage all industry stakeholders to attend and share in these special dual events.”

Presentation Highlights of the Dual Conferences

Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies conference — November 2-3

  • ‘Exploring Collaboration in A Globalized Apparel Product Development Process’ – Tukatech
  • ‘Advancements in Apparel and Fashion Product Development’ – EFI Optitex [USA]
  • ‘Sewing Quality Must Be Engineered into Your Products to Achieve Best Results’ – A&E
  • ‘How Upfront Labor Costing Can Improve Your Bottom Line’ – Methods Workshop
  • ‘Remote Possibilities – Extending the Boundaries of Supply Chain Visibility’ – Gerber Technology
  • ‘Why Speed to Market Matters… And What You Can Do to Get Faster’ – Alvanon, Inc.
  • ‘The Potential of Technology Creating Disruption!’ – Sewn Products Equipment Co.
  • ‘The Purpose of Proper Planning in the Cutting Room’ – Morgan Tecnica America
  • ‘A Call for Change’ – Lectra
  • ‘Still Searching or Already Stitching Again? INH – Ideal Needle Handling’ – Groz-Beckert
  • ‘Real-Time Visibility: The Key to Improved Manufacturing Operations’ – CGS, Blue Cherry Shop Floor Controls
  • ‘Innovate! How Successful Manufacturers Lead Change in Disruptive Times’ – Henderson Sewing Machine Co.
  • ‘Advancements in Vision Sewing Technology’ – Brother International Corp.
  • ‘Selecting the Correct Needle’ – Schmetz Needle Corp.
  • ‘Welding – A Sewing Alternative?’ – DAP America
  • ‘SAN and MR Needles for Advancement in Production of All Sewn Products’ – Groz-Beckert
  • ‘It’s Not Rocket Science, It’s How Addressing the Basics Will Help Make You Successful’ – A&E

Executive Conference – November 3-5

  • ‘Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton’ – Lee Ellis, Colonel (Ret.) – US Air Force
  • ‘Local for Local: Under Armour’s Vision for the Future of Manufacturing’ – Jami Dunbar, Vice President – Lighthouse Apparel – Under Armour
  • ‘Impact of U.S. Election on Textile & Sewn Products Trade Policy’ – Jon Fee, Senior Counsel – Alston & Bird LLP
  • ‘The San Antonio Shoemakers Story’ – Nancy Richardson, CEO – San Antonio Shoemakers
  • ‘Localization: Industry Reshoring and Resurgence’ – Mary Lynn Landgraf, Senior Int’l. Trade Specialist, U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Textiles & Apparel (OTEXA)
  • ‘Globalization’ – Han Bekke, Chairman of the Board – MODINT (Dutch Trade Association for Fashion, Interior and Textiles) and Incoming IAF President (International Apparel Federation)
  • ‘SPESA Speaks’ – Ed Gribbin, President – Alvanon, Inc.

Posted September 16, 2016

Source: The Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas (SPESA)

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 Exhibitor Preview: Graf + Cie

RAPPERSWIL, Switzerland — September 16, 2016 — The company Graf is a manufacturer of clothings for flat cards and roller cards.  Graf will introduce several innovative solutions for the processing of man-made fibers at ITMA in Shanghai.

EasyTop

Flexible flat clothings are one of the key components in a carding machine. To ensure an evenly high quality of the carding sliver, they have to be replaced regularly. For this process the card needs to be stopped. To keep these down-times as short as possible, Graf now offers a new flat top system, which can reduce the stoppage time by up to 70 %. The so-called EasyTop is applied on flat bars designed for magnetic attachment. The flat tops, equipped with a  metal carrier, are attached securely and precisely by means of a magnetic connection. They resist even highest carding forces and guarantee for a high reliability in operation. The EasyTop system can be used for aluminium flat bars with magnetic attachment technology from all manufacturers. EasyTop are available for working widths of 40“, 51” and 60” in a selection from the well-known and proven types of flat clothings for man-made fibers, the so-called InLine-X and RSTO series, each in the ‘M’-version.

Hipro metallic wire

Thanks to innovative geometry, excellent material and first-class processing, Hipro metallic card clothings ensure top performance and precision together with an exceptionally long working life. Hipro metallic card clothings are suitable for all standard man-made fibres in the nonwoven sector and also for wool. They can be used on the following rollers: doffer, worker, stripper and condenser rollers. These excellent, robust clothings are available with normal profile and as interlinked clothings.

X-Comb

Graf will also present new products for the combing process. The X-Comb segments can be used on comb-bodies requiring individual segments from other manufacturers and thus now make the leading Graf technology also accessible for these conventional combs.  The combing segments are made from metallic clothings that undergo a special surface treatment, which substantially reduces the running-in period.

Posted September 16, 2016

Source: Graf

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 Exhibitor Preview: Bräcker

PFÄFFIKON, Switzerland — September 16, 2016 — Bräcker — a specialist for key components in ring spinning machines and part of Rieter Premium Textile Components — will present a variety of new products at ITMA Asia 2016 in Shanghai. The company will demonstrate the ability, to generate additional customer value, by utilizing its expertise in ring spinning.

The new STARLETplus traveler from Bräcker with its improved coating shows a better resistance against corrosion. This is of high importance in challenging spinning conditions like high humidity or aggressive fibers. As a result the service life can be extended up to 50 %. These travelers, which are suited for the entire yarn count range, are especially recommended for viscose, CO/CV blends, PES, and dyed fibers. During the entire service life the yarn quality values remain constant.

Another highlight at ITMA Asia will be the redORBIT spinning rings, which are designed to produce high quality yarns at top speeds. The system consisting of spinning ring, ring holder, and support ring is a cost-optimized solution for ring spinning machines. It allows increased speed and thereby a higher production. There is no thermal damage when processing synthetic fibers, because of the optimized heat conduction between traveller and ring. The new redORBIT spinning rings offer a ring spinning solution with optimal price/performance ratio.

Other products, which Bräcker will present at ITMA Asia, will include TITAN spinning rings, PYRIT and ZIRKON travelers, and the well-known range of BERKOL cots and aprons.

Posted September 16, 2016

Source: Bräcker

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 Exhibitor Preview: Novibra

BOSKOVICE, Czech Republic — September 16, 2016 — Novibra will present several innovative solutions for spinning mills at ITMA Asia in Shanghai.

Spindles in modern ring spinning machines reach speeds of up to 25,000 rpm. In these high-speed applications energy consumption is an important issue. Novibra is now introducing the new LENA (Low Energy consumption and Noise Absorption) high-speed spindles. LENA design has been developed from well-proven Noise Absorbing System Assembly (NASA), which ensures minimum neck bearing load, vibration and noise level at high speed. The unique wharve diameter of 17,5 mm and the footstep bearing diameter of 3 mm lead to a lower energy consumption. LENA is designed for tube lengths up to 200-210 mm.

Another new product presented at ITMA Asia is the clamping and cutting crown CROCOdoff, which is also available as the version CROCOdoff Forte for coarse yarns. The crown is operated by the spindle speed and has been designed for machines with autodoffer. The improved design of the “teeth” guarantees a reliable clamping and cutting of the yarn. In addition, the CROCOdoff reduces the risk of yarn breakage during start-up, decreases energy consumption, minimizes material loss and reduces maintenance. CROCOdoff is suitable for the use with new machines as well as an upgrade for existing machines.

Posted September 16, 2016

Source: Novibra

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 Exhibitor Preview: Suessen

SÜSSEN, Germany — September 16, 2015 — At ITMA Asia, Shanghai, Suessen will exhibit various new components for ring and rotor spinning machines. All innovations are aiming for optimal yarn quality and high productivity, while costs are reduced at the same time.
Suessen is part of Rieter Premium Textile Components.

In ring spinning one of the highlights will be the EliTe®CompactSet Advanced, a compact spinning system, which can be installed on nearly all types of ring spinning machines. The system includes various innovations resulting in better yarn quality and increased productivity. A typical example is the “flip-over technology”: as the fibre path within the drafting system is off-centred, the use of top roller cots and aprons can be doubled. The main goal of this and the other innovations is increasing lifetime of the components and reducing maintenance costs. The EliTe®CompactSet can be equipped with the optional EliTwist® enabling the production of compact two-ply yarn on ring spinning machines. EliTwist® is highly suitable to spin two-ply core yarns.

Suessen will also present various new Premium Parts for rotor spinning machines. The new TwistTrap Navel is a modified navel with a patented twist-retaining element. The navel, which is applicable to all types of spinboxes, provides an additional false twist, which results in better spinning stability. The production increases by 10 % to 15 % due to the possible twist reduction. Another new Premium Part is the PS7 TwinDisc. There is substantially less flexing work between rotor shaft and disc, as the width of the disc is reduced from 10 mm to 7 mm. Due to the lower energy consumption – up to 11 W are possible depending on the rotor speed – the pay-back period of this innovative component is very short.

Posted September 16, 2015

Source: Suessen

Clinician-Turned-TV-Journalist Highlights TRSA Healthcare Conference Agenda

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — September 15, 2016 Headlining the agenda for TRSA’s upcoming members-only Healthcare Conference and Plant Tour will be Manny Alvarez, M.D., senior managing health editor of Fox News, offering insights into the future of health science and patient care. “Dr. Manny” will guide attendees in foreseeing the impact on healthcare laundering of the big-picture issues that drive the U.S. patient census.

The clinician-turned-journalist’s remarks will resonate with attendees whether your company is dedicated to the healthcare market or just getting started. His presentation, like others at the conference (Nov. 30 to Dec. 1 in Nashville), will lead you to improve business practices that translate healthcare industry growth to a better margin in your operations.

Dr. Alvarez remains active in patient care, with his most recent credentials including:

Chairman, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Science, Donna A. Sanzari Women’s Hospital, Hackensack University (N.J.) Medical Center
Examiner, American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Adjunct Professor, School of Medicine, New York University

Formerly a health science reporter for Telemundo, Dr. Alvarez shifted to Fox in 2005. Lively, jovial and engaging, he communicates valuable health-related information and provides insider insight into medical research. He has published several research papers on various health-related topics and these books for consumers:

  • The Checklist: What You and Your Family Need to Know to Prevent Disease and Live a Long and Healthy Life
  • The Hot Latin Diet: The Fast-Track Plan to a Bombshell Body

Also highlighting the conference agenda: a visit to NOVO Health Services, Nashville, a plant opened in February. The 44,000-square-foot (38,500, production; 5,500, office) facility processes 25,000 pounds per day, employing 50. It features a tunnel washer, six washer-extractors and fully automated systems for clean and soil conveying, press-to-dryer shuttling and dryer-to-finishing conveying.

A session before the tour will acquaint attendees with principles that guided NOVO and ARCO/

Murray Construction in creating a maximum-throughput processing environment. You’ll learn how they mapped steps, sized systems to keep production moving and otherwise deployed industry best practices including optimizing use of building height. After the visit, a panel of the plant’s management will accompany attendees back to the conference host hotel (Omni Nashville) to lend further insight into the operation.

Other discussions and presentations will draw on the experience and expertise of TRSA members, the most heavily invested textile services professionals in the healthcare market. Panel topics include:

Evolving Market-Driven Services
Quality Product Innovations
Looking Ahead—Emerging Customer Trends

General and breakout session topics:

Cart Cleaning and Infection Prevention
Exceeding Customer Expectations
Identifying Critical Control Points (CCPs)
Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs)
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
TRSA Activities Update

The day before the conference, sessions for leadership and participants in TRSA’s Hygienically Clean certification program will take place at the Omni. These will consist of meetings of the Hygienically Clean Advisory Council and the Hygienically Clean Healthcare. An invitation-only gathering of member company laundry operator CEOs will take place that evening.

Posted September 15, 2016

Source: TRSA

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