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 

Burlington, Cone Denim Fabrics Clothe Team USA For Opening Ceremony

GREENSBORO, N.C. — August 5, 2016 — Fabrics from Burlington and Cone Denim, both divisions of International Textile Group, are part of the official Team USA uniforms that the American Olympians will wear in tonight’s opening ceremony. The fabrics were produced in several of ITG’s facilities in North Carolina. The Olympic Opening Ceremony airs this Friday, August 5th at 7:30 pm EST.

The opening ceremony uniform, designed by Ralph Lauren, includes a white jean and a blue blazer. The jeans are made from white stretch selvage denim manufactured at the iconic White Oak plant in Greensboro, North Carolina. The custom denim was woven on 1940s vintage shuttle looms which produce a distinctive selvage (or sewn) edge on the fabrics reminiscent of denim styles dating back to the early 1900s. The Olympian denim was designed with a red, white and blue selvage.

The blazer uniform fabric was produced across several Burlington manufacturing locations in North Carolina including plants in Raeford and Cordova North Carolina. The worsted wool fabric began with wool fiber dyed at the Burlington Raeford Plant which was later woven into fabric at the company’s Cordova plant. The fabric returned to the Raeford plant for final processing. The Raeford plant is the same facility known for producing the fabrics for the U.S. Military Dress Uniforms for the Marines, Army, Airforce, Navy and Coast Guard.

“It is an honor and a privilege to be a part of dressing Team USA,” says Ken Kunberger, President & CEO of International Textile Group. “Our Burlington and Cone Denim brands have such a strong American legacy and heritage of outfitting the heart and soul of our country including farmers, cowboys, business men, celebrities and our United States military. We are excited to continue the tradition by making iconic fabrics for our US Olympians.”

Posted August 9, 2016

Source: Burlington

Nanotex® Scheduled To Debut Performance Bed Sheets On QVC

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. — August 9, 2016 — Nanotex® — a Crypton company and fabric innovator providing nanotechnology-based textile enhancements to the apparel, home and commercial/residential interiors markets — is proud to announce that it is scheduled to debut as the Today’s Special Value® on QVC® today, August 9 at midnight (ET).  Each day, QVC picks one special item they believe shoppers will love, and offers it at an exceptionally low price from midnight (ET) until 11:59pm (PT) that day. Nanotex will be making its debut with Springs Global, leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative sleep products, with their new line of Serta SuperSoft Microfiber Sheet Set with Nanotex® and Extra Pillowcases.

These new performance sheets include Nanotex Wicking Technology that helps pull moisture away from the skin to evaporate more easily. The Serta SuperSoft Microfiber Sheet Set with Nanotex® and Extra Pillowcases is available in the following eight colors, Ivory, Grey, Blue, Purple, Green, White, Blue Breeze and Yellow.

“We are thrilled to bring our performance technology to QVC and provide viewers with the opportunity to discover the next evolution in bedding,” explains Randy Rubin, CEO of Nanotex.  “QVC has always been a major trend-setter in knowing what consumers want, so having our product selected as the Today’s Special Value is a fantastic way to show our innovation to millions of viewers.”

Earlier this month, Nanotex and Cotton Incorporated, the research and promotion company of U.C. cotton producers, announced Nanotex® Dry Inside technology for cotton apparel. This technology enables effective moisture transfer away from skin, eliminating dampness and chaffing, in 100-percent cotton apparel, while maintaining the additional comfort aspects of garments made from the natural fiber.

Nanotex is comprised of a family of 13 products, such as “Resists Spills”, “Releases Stains,” “Neutralizer” and “Coolest Comfort.” The brand has more than 100 manufacturer partners worldwide, including not only in branded apparel and outdoor gear, but home textiles and contract and residential interiors markets as well. In addition to QVC, Nanotex works with brands including Gap, Banana Republic, Target, Macy’s, JC Penney’s, Gymboree, Cotton Incorporated, Dickies, Cabela’s, L.L. Bean, Burton, UnderArmour, Ashworth, Nordstrom, Hanes and others.

Posted August 9, 2016

Source: Nanotex®

CMT, BRÜCKNER Partner

LEONBURG, Germany — August 9, 2016 — Compagnie Mauricienne de Textile Ltée (CMT) is one of the leading garment manufacturers in the world. Headquartered in Mauritius with design and marketing offices in the UK and France, CMT specializes in fast-fashion jersey-wear for high-street retailers in Europe and the United States.

CMT has the largest vertically-integrated manufacturing plant in the Sub-Saharan region. Renowned for its world-class facilities, state-of-the-art investment and visionary leadership, CMT has earned the reputation of an ever-rising reference in the industry.

The company was set up in 1986 by François Woo Shing Hai and Louis Lai Fat Fur. Stemming from simple and humble ideals, CMT has lived up to its core vision of becoming the world’s leader in the jersey-wear industry. All the CMT Directors have been with the company from its conception in 1986, relentlessly leading and guiding the growth and development of the company ever since. Standing on the shoulders of giants, they are today the visionaries spearheading the progress of the company and its people.

Back in 1998, CMT and BRÜCKNER jointly set forth towards an unprecedented pioneer venture and installed the first Brückner stenter with the patented split-flow air circulation technology. This line is today still perfectly in operation and has been established as one of the work-horses of CMT’s production line.

Recently, CMT partnered with Brückner technology for a one of a kind machine specialised in the finishing of highly sensitive knitted fabric, with an elastane content of up to 15 percent. The focus of this innovative concept was above all an absolutely low-tension material flow and the shortest possible fabric path in order to reduce residual shrinkage.

From the pin-on-point to the interior of the dryer, the machine characterizes a belt that supports the moist fabric over the complete width. This is particularly important for sensitive knitted fabric and prevents sagging and fabric distortions. The belt is coated with a Teflon which has undergone special treatment and this technology has proved its effectiveness in avoiding marks and snags on delicate fabric.

As part of the design of this special machine, Brückner once again used the proven and patented split-flow air circulation system. This system achieves a considerable output increase through aerodynamic optimization, with even reduced energy consumption and an air circulation that treats the fabric gently. The additional counter-arrangement in each half-zone, in combination with the patented Venturi-mixing, allows the customer to adapt the circulating air temperatures for each process individually in each half-zone. Additionally, the air impingement above and below the fabric web is adapted to the drying profile of the fabric via two speed-controlled fans. This leads to an ideal temperature distribution and to an extremely homogeneous and gentle air impingement on the fabric web. The additional use of special nozzles leads to a gentle relaxation effect on the fabric.

True to its forward-thinking core vision, CMT corroborated its commitment to the environment by backing the acquisition of the machine with a Brückner heat-recovery system. The heat from the exhaust air is used to pre-heat fresh air. This fresh air is admitted to the drying process at several points so that the drying process can take place constantly with the best possible fresh air / exhaust air ratio. In addition, the consumption of thermal energy can be visibly reduced and thus allows a significant reduction in the production cost. CMT uses the new finishing line mainly for superior finishing processes with delicate fabrics.

Positioning itself as a world-wide leading producer of system solutions for textile finishing, the family-run Brückner Group stands for innovative power and technological competence. Brückner has been developing, designing and manufacturing premium lines for the dry finishing of textiles and technical fabric for more than 66 years. New applications with finer knitted fabric and at the same time more delicate fibers, need new concepts and customized solutions. With the technological know-how and decades of experience, BRÜCKNER pride itself to be able to supply each customer with an individual tailor-made machine concept as per their specific needs. As validated by the long-term and prosperous partnership between BRÜCKNER and CMT, the intense process of engineering and complementary advisory service to customers it works with are today important aspects of its business.

Source: Brückner

Posted August 9, 2016

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