New Air Monitoring System By KEMPER: AirWatch Captures Nanoparticles

VREDEN, Germany — August 11, 2016 — Clearly verify the presence of dust in production: Companies check the hall air quality efficiently with the new air monitoring system AirWatch. KEMPER GmbH’s sensor technology is able to determine and document the number and weight of nanoparticles and then analyze it with smartphone, tablet or PC and compare it to limit values. A traffic light display visualizes permanently the status of air quality. The system is suited for any workplace in production facilities, warehouses and logistics halls. With AirWatch, Kemper wants to raise awareness of the dangers behind fine dust.

“With our new air monitoring system AirWatch, we introduce for the first time a system on the market that is in a position to efficiently measure the number of fine dust particles,” emphasizes Björn Kemper, managing director of Kemper GmbH. For this purpose, the highly sensitive sensor technology is essential as it can capture particles right up to the nano range.

Checks are not depending on the workplace

Whether industrial production facility, warehouse or logistics operation: AirWatch continuously monitors the air quality regardless of the type of workplace. The air monitoring system measures fine dust particles in a radius of up to 30 meters using a laser-powered sensor. An integrated fan draws in ambient air.

It is possible to save individual limit values for hazardous substances. A traffic light shows the current air quality level measured against these values. At the same time, the system saves the data across a long time period. Users access the data simply using a smartphone, tablet or PC. A trend display for day, week, month or year also allows companies to analyze concentration of hazardous substances in more detail.

Verify the presence of fine dust according to WHO standards
AirWatch captures particles in the range of 100 nanometers up to 16 micrometers. This area includes the fine dust categories PM2.5 for alveolar common dust (A dust) and PM10 for all inhalable dusts (E dust) as defined by WHO. AirWatch automatically classifies the captured particles accordingly.

In addition to checking the air quality, AirWatch also monitors the effectiveness of ventilation measures. Companies can independently check their compliance with regulations issued by professional associations apart from official checks made by professional associations.

Highlight the value of employee health

With the system, KEMPER aims to raise awareness of the fine dust risk. “Companies are wise to continuously check air quality with regards to employee productivity.” Yet, dust in warehouses is also a threat to the quality of products and can develop into a tremendous cost factor.

A best-practice example shows how it is done: Once the Airwatch traffic light jumps to red at the workplace of a metal processor, the employees ask the welder to switch on the extraction and filter plant. “Not only employees consider their health more thanks to AirWatch,” explains Kemper. Employers show that they consider their employees’ health as important. “Within the framework of a successful recruitment of specialists, they place themselves as a sustainable business.”

Verify hazards despite adherence to limit values

Counting fine dust particles has great advantage compared to applicable limit values, which analyze the weight of fine dust: If coarse dust particles in the production move around then a limit value is surpassed quickly.

Kemper explains that the invisible fine dust on the other hand often remains undetected — with fatal consequences: “Millions of fine dust particles which do not reach the weight of the specified limit value make employees sick.”

Even if the limit value is adhered to, a permanent exposure to fine dust can lead to serious health problems. Current studies show that fine dust is the cause of increased heart attack risk, accelerates dementia, causes cancer and may even lead to death. The WHO classes fine dust as a direct cause of lung cancer.

Posted August 11, 2016

Source: KEMPER GmbH 

SPGPrints To Highlight Sustainability, Productivity, Vibrancy Of Digital Textile Workflow At SGIA Expo 2016

BOXMEER, the Netherlands — August 11, 2016 — SPGPrints will demonstrate its ground-breaking JAVELIN® — the digital inkjet printer with a two million-meter annual production capacity — in the USA for the first time at SGIA Expo (Booth 3381), September 14-16, Las Vegas. Furthermore, at the show, the company will emphasize the superior runnability, color richness and environmental benefits of its new-generation NEBULA® inks, suitable for a wide range of textile applications.

Introducing the Javelin digital inkjet textile printer to the United States

SGIA Expo marks the first showing in the United States of the Javelin digital inkjet printer for companies printing up to two million meters of textiles annually. Throughout the show, the printer will be operational, giving visitors a real-time experience its quality, flexibility and ease of use. Print samples will be available for evaluation. Additionally, the live demonstrations will be accompanied by video presentations, showing the sustainable, quality-controlled processes SPGPrints employs to manufacture and test its high-performance inkjet inks.

The JAVELIN printer features SPGPrints’ unique Archer® print head technology. The nozzles are 4mm from the substrate, compared with the more usual 1.5mm nozzle-fabric distance. This means a wider range of substrates can be run, a reduction of the chance of print head damage. Using only six colors, Archer technology enables a gamut wider than the HD-gamut of other digital textile printing solutions. In addition, SPGPrints’ ‘Archer Print Head Program’, provides a two-and-a-half year guarantee on the print heads in combination with the use of accredited inks.

The Javelin printer uses a scanning action with an array of Fujifilm Dimatix Samba print heads to cover the 1850mm width with sharp image production. Fine line details, smooth gradients, blotches and geometrics can be accurately printed thanks to Javelin’s variable drop-size capability (2pL – 10pL) at resolutions up to 1200 x 1200dpi.

Javelin is ideal for companies wanting to take the first step into digital textile printing, or with a need to supplement their existing capabilities. JAVELIN complements SPGPrints’ PIKE digital printer that is capable of printing up to 13 million meters per year. Its fixed-array printing bar comprises 43 print heads for single-pass printing in a width of 1850mm. The print head jetting-distance, together with the anti-misting properties of the machine’s inks, makes Javelin ideal for printing on sublimation papers.

“The launch of the Javelin printer provides another powerful tool for companies operating in this highly competitive market”, said Jos Notermans, commercial manager digital textiles, SPGPrints. “With the color range and print quality combined with digital’s fast-turnaround, fast time-to-market, this technology delivers what brand-owners want and what textile printers need for a competitive edge.”

“The Javelin’s capabilities integrate well with screen printing for trial, fast-turnaround and limited edition runs,” he concluded. “As a result, it is a valuable tool for attracting and maintaining business from fashion brands.”

Expanded NEBULA textile inkjet ink range

SPGPrints will present its complete portfolio of NEBULA inkjet inks for textile applications that offer a broad color gamut, optimized drying and excellent runnability with all digital printers that use Kyocera print heads. Developed and manufactured at SPGPrints’ recently expanded, dedicated facilities in the Netherlands, the four ink chemistries in the NEBULA range are suited for the widest range of textile applications and fabrics.

“At SPGPrints, we have enabled textile printers around the world to achieve success not only by developing inks that offer outstanding quality advantages, but by supporting them with long-term support, too,” stated Notermans.  “With our intimate knowledge, we collaborate closely with each customer to ensure the ink delivers optimum performance with their application. We will also help customers recalibrate their color profiles when they make the transition to our new high-density inks.”

Nebula Sublimation inks, for polyester fabrics, eliminate the need for post-processing by steaming or washing. They offer vibrant colors with the best deep black available on the market, as well as superior print quality and enhanced manufacturing costs, notably through high ink yields.

Nebula Reactive HD (high density) inks, for printing on all natural fibers offer a color density that is 20 percent higher than industry alternatives, as well as superior ink yields.

Nebula Acid HD inks have been introduced for Polyamide (PA) Lycra swimwear, luxury silk items like fashion scarves and neck ties, and wools. Offering increased color depth, they meet all industry standards for color and water-fastness, as well as the specifications for all major swimwear manufacturers. The new high-definition inks replace SPGPrints’ existing acid ink range.

Nebula Disperse inks for polyester and blended fabrics are specially formulated to provide both mist-free production that enables crisp, clean printing, and contamination-free drying. They cover the widest color gamut available for textiles today and offer high brilliance.

Nebula Sublimation inks, for polyester fabrics, eliminate the need for post-processing by steaming or washing. They offer vibrant colors with the best deep black available in the market, print quality and reduced manufacturing costs.

Posted August 11, 2016

Source: SPGPrints

Shopfloor Advances Innovation With New R3 Capabilities & Enhancements

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — August 10, 2016 — Shopfloor Support LLC announces Release 3.0 (R3) of its breakthrough Shop Floor Control (SFC) solution for sewn products and other discrete manufacturers. The major new software and supporting technology upgrade delivers both new and enhanced capabilities that extend the value and benefits of SFC for its fast growing and diverse client and partner community.

“R3 brings so much more than a typical software update,” explained Shopfloor Partner Justin Hershoran. “Over the past three years, we have been honored with the trust and collaboration of so many customers and partners that now represent the driving force in our ongoing development efforts. This community has inspired the many new capabilities, usability enhancements, analytics and supporting technologies that make up this powerful new release.”

Key among the new capabilities of the Android™-based Shopfloor Eye™ app are:

  • Visual Communication – of construction details, operational methods, quality standards and other information on tablets empower workers to more quickly and accurately perform tasks.
  • Smart Sequencing – eliminates significant non-productive time by automatically selecting the operation type for as workers begin each new bundle or unit of production.
  • Operator Switch – a tap of the tablet supports self-measurement and pacing of individual units or bundles for production workers.

Most notable new business analytics and cloud-based management capabilities include:

  • Data Rollups – companies using multiple servers, e.g. across multiple plants/facilities, can automatically roll-up information from all servers to gain operation-wide visibility and control.
  • WIP Calculation – enables businesses to immediately visualize the economic value and throughput time of the current level of work-in-process inventories.

Technological enhancements include:

  • HTTPS Security – provides encryption and enhanced security for information shared outside of your secured internal network through industry standard Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure.
  • Pay Rate Variances – small bundle premiums and product size incentive piece rate variances are now supported.
  • Power Options – simplifying the supply of power to tablets, Shopfloor now supports direct connection to USB-equipped equipment (e.g. sewing machines) and through the Power over Ethernet (PoE) protocol.

Shopfloor R3 is now being deployed as part of the company’s standard service level agreement across current customers and is now integrated into the standard feature set for all future implementations.

Posted August 11, 2016

Source: Shopfloor Support LLC

R3 Denim™  A New Collection Of Sustainable Denim Jeans Created With ECO2cotton®

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — August 10, 2016 — Jimtex Yarns, a division of Martex Fiber Southern Corp., is pleased to announce the development of an exciting market innovation in cooperation with Denim North America (DNA), a sustainable denim collection called R3 Denim™.  The launch of the R3 Denim™ line further advances Martex’s “No Fiber Left Behind – Zero Landfill™” campaign. According to Steve Lister, CEO of Martex Fiber, “We are very proud of the new denim line jointly developed with DNA, which demonstrates our commitment to U.S. manufacturing, and how innovation and partnership can develop sustainable performing products for the marketplace.”

The R3 Denim line utilizes certified Martex Fiber Southern Corp. ECO2cotton®, a sustainable fiber solution for today’s environmentally conscious manufacturers. ECO2cotton is manufactured through a unique process utilizing pre-consumer cut cotton knit waste, which is re-fiberized and spun into a beautiful yarn at the Jimtex Yarns facility, located in Lincolnton, Ga. Martex Fiber’s ECO2cotton competes at the highest levels of sustainability, using no chemicals or additives to alter the fiber structure. Martex Fiber has been recycling textiles for over 40 years and this development with DNA is a testament to its continuing leadership in textile recycling and product development.

The R3 Denim line is one in a series of innovations Martex Fiber currently has in its pipeline. Watch for future announcements of other new product developments containing ECO2cotton® and other recycled fiber products from Martex Fiber.

Martex Fiber and Jimtex Yarns products are certified by SCS Global Services for recycled content and made in the USA.

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Jimtex Yarns

Dow Launches INTELLIFRESH™ Global Branding Program

MIDLAND, Mich. — August 10, 2015 — Dow Microbial Control, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Co., has introduced a global branding and comarketing program that will signal to hygiene-conscious consumers that the products they purchase feature built in odor protection and longer lasting freshness. The new brand, INTELLIFRESH™, will be prominently featured by manufacturers in a variety of consumer product categories including, but not limited to, socks, t-shirts, underwear, sports and fitness apparel, athletic gear and equipment, workwear, footwear, home textiles and bedding, furniture, carpet, cleaning and deodorizing products and laundry aids.

Initial products featuring the IntelliFresh label will be treated with Dow’s patented SILVADUR™ technology. This technology intelligently inhibits the growth and minimizes the presence of unwanted odor-causing and nuisance bacteria that are prominent on consumer goods, enabling them to stay fresher longer.

“The growing desire of consumers for solutions to control odors has become an increasingly important trend in the marketplace and has changed their priorities when they purchase products,” said Karel Williams, global strategic marketing associate director and brand manager for Dow Microbial Control.

“The IntelliFresh label will give consumers peace of mind that the products they are buying support their attitudes, expectations and perceptions about hygiene and fit the lifestyles they are striving to achieve.”

The increasing consumer emphasis on hygienic lifestyles and practices is underscored by proprietary Dow research which showed that:

  • More than 60 percent of consumers surveyed indicated a very high concern about bacteria,parasites, dust, mold and the like in the home.
  • Sixty percent of those surveyed, who do not currently own products with odor-protection properties, are interested in future purchases of products with durable protection against odor- or infection-causing bacteria.

IntelliFresh is available to select manufacturers and retailers of consumer goods who collaborate with Dow through a licensing and quality assurance program. The quality assurance program is designed to ensure that all products featuring the IntelliFresh label meet measurable and quantifiable performance standards, specifications and quality protocols and comply with industry and regulatory requirements.

Posted August 10, 2015

Source: Dow Microbial Control

Asher Fabric Concepts And Da Solo Textiles Chosen To Collaborate Fabric For Ralph Lauren 2016 Olympic Team Uniform

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — August 10, 2016 — Asher Fabric Concepts — a Los Angeles-based manufacturer of domestic-knit fabrics for the contemporary fashion, activewear and intimate apparel markets — is among a select group of U.S. manufacturers — from yarn to dye to finished product — chosen by Ralph Lauren to produce Team USA’s 2016 Olympic opening and closing ceremony uniforms.

Over 1,100 athletes of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Team proudly opened and will close the 2016 Rio Olympics marching in recognizably-classic and patriotic apparel designed by Ralph Lauren, and made in the USA. The sporty Team USA Ceremony T-Shirt, made exclusively for the Rio Olympic games, is made of 100-percent combed cotton from Asher Fabric Concepts.

Asher Fabric Concepts is represented by Anthony Vecchione, president of Da Solo Ltd. Textiles in New York City, who collaborated closely with the Ralph Lauren design team on the Rio Olympic uniform project. The Olympic games create a huge emotional connection with people all over the world,” said Vecchione. “This project highlights the importance of made in America.”

“We are honored to have worked with Ralph Lauren to provide fabric for the USA 2016 Summer Olympic team uniforms,” said Asher Shalom, President, Asher Fabric Concepts. “We are proud to have sourced American yarn from which we knitted, dyed and finished the fabric locally in Los Angeles for the Team USA Ceremony T-Shirt.”

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Asher Fabric Concepts

Stäubli At ITME India 2016

PFÄFFIKON, Switzerland — August 10, 2016 — The 10th ITME India will be held in Mumbai from December 3-8, 2016. On the occasion of this anniversary edition of ITME in India, Stäubli is presenting numerous highlights from its extensive range of products for the weaving industry. Represented in the Indian textile market since 1947 and established with a company-owned liaison office in India since 1996, Stäubli has been an important supplier to numerous local weaving mills for decades. Stäubli machines incorporate state-of-the-art technology and stand out by virtue of their impressive service life, simple maintenance, and easy integration. Offering these and many more advantages to weaving mills and supporting them as a reliable partner, Stäubli helps mills to improve their workflows, achieve more economical production, increase their output, and expand their technical capabilities.

At Booth D1 in Hall 6 visitors can see a complete Jacquard installation in operation and see the latest dobbies and cam motions for frame weaving on demonstration stands. Other Stäubli highlights being displayed include:

  • Weaving preparation systems including automatic warp drawing-in and tying machines
  • Carpet samples woven on ALPHA carpet weaving machines
  • Original Stäubli spare parts

With its DEIMO brand, Stäubli is exhibiting state-of-the-art electronic drives and control solutions for textile machinery and especially for circular knitting machines.

A selection of products being displayed:

High-speed Jacquard machine for flat fabrics, terry cloth, and technical applications

A complete Jacquard installation featuring the SX electronic Jacquard machine and a perfectly fitted Stäubli harness demonstrate astounding weaving capabilities for producing fine upholstery fabrics.

The SX Jacquard machine on exhibit is available in two formats: 1,408 and 2,688 hooks. The larger format will be demonstrated at the booth weaving with 16,176 harness cords over a reed width of 190 cm.

SX electronic Jacquard machine

Jacquard machines for enhancing premium fabrics with name tags or logos

Indian mills are at the forefront when it comes to unique and identifiable woven products. Stäubli has been supporting Indian weavers for several years with the specially adapted CX 172 Jacquard machine with computerized control for patterning name selvedges. This machine features an independent servo-drive transmission for easy installation and allows easy adjustment of the heads to match the exact weaving width. It can be seen at the Stäubli booth on a demonstration stand and at a partner’s booth in operation on a weaving machine.

Shedding solutions for frame weaving with the utmost reliability

The S3260 electronic rotary dobby is a third-generation Stäubli machine. It features a unique locking system for selection of the movement of the heald frames. The rotary dobby is a Stäubli invention, and this  state-of-the-art model reaches new heights of performance and reliability.
S3260 electronic rotary dobby
To round out the overview of Stäubli’s shedding systems, a refined positive cam motion from the 1600 series is also being demonstrated at the booth.

Weaving preparation systems for optimized workflows

Stäubli is showcasing a variety of weaving preparation solutions for perfectly prepared warp sheets – the basis for quality of any weave.

Visitors to the booth are invited to an interactive automatic warp-tying experience. Together with Stäubli staff, they can “try out” the warp-tying installations and see how quickly and easily reliable knots can be automatically tied with different yarn types.

The SAFIR S40 mobile automatic drawing-in machine is being shown in a different kind of presentation. Weavers can see why this machine is the perfect solution for enhanced quality of cotton weaves and learn how it can prolong the service life of any weaving machine.

SAFIR S40 automatic drawing-in machine

Schönherr carpet systems for a very wide variety of woven carpets

Stäubli develops and manufactures ALPHA carpet weaving machines under the Schönherr brand. The proven ALPHA 400 and 500 series feature cutting-edge technologies and enable mills to weave an extremely broad range of carpets up to 5.3 metres wide.

Many exclusive carpet samples can be seen at the booth, including those displaying the recently developed “Magic Shadow Effect” and the “Traditional carpet Effect”.

ALPHA carpet weaving machines are highly efficient for weaving any kind of carpet, from high-density rugs to transportation carpets.

Magic Shadow Effect

woven on an ALPHA carpet machine

DEIMO knitting solutions for high-performance production workflows

With its DEIMO brand, Stäubli is showing the 2900SL controller for circular knitting machines, ideally suited for sock and seamless hosiery machines. Easy to program, this electronic control system offers massive operating flexibility. With a wide range of supply options and a flexible housing design, this controller is easy to integrate and can be built to the knitting mill’s specific requirements.

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Stäubli 

ITMA Asia + CITME 2016 Exhibitor Preview: Groz-Beckert

ALBSTADT, Germany/SHANGHAI — August 10, 2016 — The fifth ITMA Asia will be take place in Shanghai in October and will be held in the newly built National Exhibition and Convention Center for the first time. Groz-Beckert will be joining textile companies from all over the world to present products at the event from October 21-25, 2016. The company will be presenting products and solutions across the entire textiles value chain at its booth D29 in hall 4.

The Knitting segment will be presented at ITMA Asia with a focus on productivity and profitability. One particular highlight will be the “transparent” large circular knitting machine, with a gage gradient of E10 to E50. Two other “transparent” machines from the flat knitting and warp knitting fields will round off the product presentation.  Each of the three acrylic glass machines has individually removable elements for detailed viewing.

Another highlight in the Knitting segment is the presentation of the litespeed® plus needle – the further development of the litespeed® needle. The innovation impresses with its optimized needle geometry, which increases the service life, reduces oil consumption, reduces the machine temperature and leads to energy savings of up to 20 percent in the knitting process.

Groz-Beckert will be presenting its wide range of products from the Weaving segment at ITMA Asia, ranging from healds, drop wires and heald frames, to machines for weaving preparation. The WarpMaster fully automatic drawing-in machine and various tying machines from the KnotMaster range will be presented at the trade fair stand. In the Weaving segment too, a transparent weaving machine presentation enables the products from the weaving accessories range to be presented in a special way. The jacquard heald, a new addition to the Groz-Beckert product range, will be a special feature at this trade fair exhibit.

The large product portfolio in the Weaving segment is rounded off by an extensive range of services, which sets itself apart with expert knowledge and intensive application advice. Groz-Beckert offers an extensive technical service, thanks to its numerous subsidiaries in all key textile centers and a wide-reaching network of representatives.

Felting requires different needles with specific properties depending on the final application. In addition to special needle solutions for the filter industry, the product area will also be presenting solutions for the geotextiles, filter and paper-machine felts and automotive applications at ITMA Asia. Groz-Beckert will be providing information on the stable GEBECON® needle and the EcoStar® for good surface characteristics and optimal surface quality in the final product. For high tensile strength as required in filters, for example, a needle with a teardrop-shaped working part, like the Teardrop from Groz-Beckert, offers clear advantages. The product samples and removable needle modules of the “transparent” needling machine at the Groz-Beckert trade fair stand will give detailed insights into the needling process in these application areas.

The Tufting product segment will be focusing on the increasing quality requirements and the ever growing cost pressure on carpet manufacturers at ITMA Asia. With its gage part system – consisting of tufting needles, loopers, reed fingers and tufting knives, Groz-Beckert is meeting the demand for perfect interplay of all components within a tufting system. The Loop Control® technology from Groz-Beckert reflects the trend towards tufted carpets with a silky smooth surface. In combination with the cut pile looper, Loop Control® is specifically designed for processing soft fiber yarns with extremely fine single filaments. Groz-Beckert also offers system solutions for all applications and machine types.

The latest addition to the Groz-Beckert product range, the Carding segment, will be showing its broad product portfolio. The focus will be on a synthetic doffer wire for carding fine to extremely fine fibers. It has a high tooth density and a special geometry. Even abrasive materials like matt synthetic fibers can be processed with the synthetic doffer wire D40-30-52C CBF.

Groz-Beckert is offering special products for the Nonwovens carding sector to supplement the extensive product range for the short and long staple spinning industries. With the innovative EvoStep® and SiroLock® metallic card clothing, the company is responding to the ever increasing requirements on the market.

The Sewing segment of Groz-Beckert will be presenting the online customer portal at ITMA Asia. The portal is a knowledge database for sewing technology that expands the service portfolio with all information on the Groz-Beckert sewing products and useful information on sewing and the sewing industry. A further highlight is the newly developed product catalog, which enables a fast and targeted product search. The customer portal also offers new stitch formation animations at my.groz-beckert.com/sewing. These animations show how the interplay between the thread and needle on the sewing machine creates a stitch and a seam from a completely new perspective.

Another new service is the patented INH (Ideal Needle Handling) quality management, which was specially developed by Groz-Beckert to enable a problem-free and time-saving procedure for dealing with broken and damaged sewing machine needles. The INH quality management helps textile manufacturers to meet the different specifications of the brand owners with a standardized approach. To achieve an optimal result, Groz-Beckert works with the customer to develop a suitable process and also provides the necessary tools.

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Groz-Beckert

Indorama Ventures Core Profit Soars 74 Percent To A New Record

BANGKOK, Thailand — August 10, 2016 — Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd. (IVL), a global chemical producer, today announced its results for the second quarter 2016. The company’s Core Profit after tax and non-controlling interests (NCI) climbed to a record Baht 2.9 billion in 2Q16, reflecting very strong growth of 74 percent year-on-year (YoY) driven by margin recovery in the PET segment and contributions from additional feedstock volumes, primarily PTA from new acquisitions IVL Spain, formerly Cepsa Spain, and Aromatics Decatur, formerly BP Decatur in the U.S. as well as High Value-added product volume thanks the contribution of IPA and NDC from those acquisitions.

The last twelve months (LTM) second quarter 2016 Core EBITDA saw PET sector growth of 19 percent underpinned by excellent growth in the Fibers segment of 46 percen year-on-year. Regional earnings in the HVA portfolio all grew both quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year with core LTM EBITDA topping Baht 12 billion from Baht 9 billion the previous year.

The second quarter saw a non-cash inventory gain of Baht 0.6 billion as a result of the increase in oil prices that was further supplemented by net extraordinary income of Baht 2.5 billion, primarily coming from a gain on bargain purchase on the IVL Spain acquisition and resulted in a reported net profit of Baht 5.9 billion. For the last twelve months we achieved net profit of Baht 10.8 billion or EPS of Baht 2.08.

Aloke Lohia, Group CEO of IVL commented: “Our second quarter results continue to show improvement across our segments. The recent acquisitions of IVL Spain and Aromatics Decatur reflect our unique business model and strategic choices that made IVL ever more resilient and efficient. Our blend of focused businesses will transform us as one of the most competitive producers in our space and provide us downside protection on volumes and integrated margins while preserving our upside potential as the industry recovers. IVL is now the most integrated global company in our industry.”

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL)

Morbern’s New Facility Lessens Environmental Impact

HIGH POINT, N.C. — August 9, 2016 —  Environmental responsibility is front and center during the building of Morbern’s 20,000-square-foot expansion in Cornwall, Ontario.

The $9 million project adds manufacturing space and introduces new technology that allows the company to improve efficiencies and reduce waste.

“The advancements in our manufacturing process and facilities are exciting,” said Morbern Vice President of Sales Doug McClendon. “We’re thrilled about the impact these changes will have.”

Key initiatives include:

  • Water conservation: Installing close loop cooling circuits will reduce water consumption by 75 percent to 80 percent, taking their water usage from 335,000 cubic meters per year to below 88,000 cubic meters.
  • Emissions reduction: A new coater in the ink room will reduce fume emissions by 50 percent.
  • Waste reduction: The ink room’s new coater operates more efficiently than previous equipment, reducing waste disposal by 20 percent.

Morbern expects the expanded facility to be operational by January 2017.

Posted August 10, 2016

Source: Morbern 

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