Nearly Invisible Netting To Protect Fans At 10 Major League Baseball Stadiums

 

STANLEY, N.C. — April 1, 2016 — As the first pitches of the 2016 Major League Baseball regular season approach, more fans seated close to the action will be protected by screens extending further down the foul lines than in past seasons. Fans in 10 MLB ballparks, however, might not readily notice the change thanks to barely visible systems developed and installed by Promats Athletics, using netting manufactured by NET Systems made with Black Dyneema® material.

Widespread adoption of the product, commonly referred to in the industry as “invisible netting,” comes after Major League Baseball at the 2015 Winter Meetings in Nashville announced recommendations for extended screens to protect fans from batted or thrown balls and other hazards inherent with game play. Hailed by baseball officials as a positive change to keep spectators safe, some fans and groups initially voiced concern that installing additional screening would have a negative impact on the viewing experience.

“For fans, the biggest appeal is that Ultra Cross netting, made with Black Dyneema®, is barely noticeable” said Wayne Oliver, president, Promats Athletics. “Manufacturing safety netting with what’s considered “the world’s strongest fiber,” allows us to preserve the ballpark experience, while offering state-of-the-art protection for spectators.”

Dyneema® fiber has long been utilized by sports protective netting specialty companies due to its superior strength, light weight, and durability — even with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light, rain and other elements. Promats Athletics’ solution uses the unique Ultra Cross system manufactured by NET Systems with Black Dyneema® fiber. Ultra Cross is a knotless braided net. Other systems use twisted fibers rather than braided, and are joined with knots. This results in a thicker, more obstructive screen. Also, knots are the most common failure points identified via third party testing procedures.

Alternative systems also require application of a coating to provide the black color preferred by most sports venues. With Black Dyneema®  material DSM Dyneema developed a process to integrate the color into the fiber itself. Thus, the black coloration of Promats’ system will neither wear away when exposed to natural elements nor abrade should protective screens be repeatedly struck by batted or thrown balls.

“The Ultra Cross product made with Black Dyneema® we supply to Promats is the ideal solution to the two most common issues with netting expected to be in place for prolonged periods outdoors,” said Dan Oliver, president, NET Systems. “By using Ultra Cross product the performance and the look will remain unaffected regardless of the natural elements. We’re confident based on the material’s composition, and our experience working with Dyneema® in such extreme applications as protection of aquaculture operations from sharks, that stadium operators will realize a return on investment due to the product’s superior performance.”

Promats Athletics has exclusive access to NET Systems’ Ultra Cross knotless netting made with Black Dyneema® for the baseball stadium market in the U.S.

“We’re pleased to see our customers utilize our novel Black Dyneema® fiber to develop the ideal solution to the challenges faced by baseball facilities seeking to operate with fans’ best interests in mind,” said Edwin Grootendorst, global segment director, DSM Dyneema. “Delivering products that lead to applications such as this demonstrates why our organization continues to make innovation a hallmark of our culture.”

Posted April 1, 2016

Source: DSM Dyneema

Italian Textile Machinery At Techtextil North America — Atlanta, May 3 – 5, 2016

MILAN, Italy — March 31, 2016 — At 2016 edition of Techtextil North America ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, and ICE-Italian Trade Agency have organized a Meeting Point where 10 Italian machinery manufacturers involved in the production of machines for technical textiles will show their innovative solutions.

Among these companies ACIMIT members are: Dell’Orco & Villani, Fadis, PMT Ribbons, Ramina, Rollmac, Saspe, Siltex, Tecnorama, Ugolini.

For the Italian textile machinery industry Techtextil will be a further occasion to show the most updated technology for technical and innovative textiles sector to potential customers.

According to the figures released by IFAI (Industrial Fabrics Association International) US market for specialty fabrics and technical textiles registered a growth in 2014 and the estimates for 2015 are quite positive.

Also Italian exports to US market testify the will of American textile customers to invest in new equipment. In 2015 Italian sales of textile machinery reached a value of about 89 million euro, with an increase of 8% on 2014. In 2015 the most relevant share of the Italian machines exported to US market was for the finishing sector (28%), followed by accessories (26%).

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: ACIMIT

Alvanon To Celebrate Guatemala Industry Shapers at NYC Networking Event

NEW YORK — March 30, 2016 — Alvanon will team up with the Guatemala Apparel and Textile Association (VESTEX) for a “Sourcing Closer to Home” networking event and cocktail reception, in celebration of the upcoming Apparel Sourcing Show’s 25th edition.

The Apparel Sourcing Show is the only annual tradeshow in the Central American region that showcases an integrated supply chain with unique competitive advantages and high added value.

The Event: ALVANON — Sourcing Closer to Home Networking Event will be held Thursday April 7th 2016 from 6PM to 8PM at the Waldorf Astoria New York Conrad Suite.

Alvanon’s Executive Director, Don Howard, along with Guatemala’s Minister of Economy and the team from Guatemala Apparel and Textile Association (VESTEX), will welcome apparel brands, retailers, wholesalers and independent design firms responsible for the rich plethora of sourcing and manufacturing in Guatemala. Their products and services will be showcased at this year’s Apparel Sourcing Show.

As reported by Sourcing Journal in January 2016, Guatemala is providing near-sourcing solutions to US apparel companies: “Valued at $1.5 billion and accounting for roughly 19 percent of all non-traditional product exports (surpassing traditional shipments such as coffee and bananas), Guatemala’s textile and apparel industry is known for its prowess in producing performance fabrics and sportswear,” Sourcing Journal reports. Clients span Walmart and Target to Old Navy and Gap to Puma and Reebok, among others.”

Those attending will be introduced to the new policies and incentives for production in Guatemala, as well as to the advantages of sourcing closer to home. Guests attending the event’s networking reception are encouraged to bring along their most challenging questions regarding any aspect of their business and sourcing closer to home.

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: Alvanon

 

Americhem Invests In Nonwovens Industry To Further Global Strategy

CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH. — March 31, 2016 — Americhem Inc., a global provider of color and additive solutions for synthetic fibers, has added several key staff members to their worldwide nonwovens team, increasing access to Americhem products and solutions for the nonwovens industry.

“We’re happy to add these new positions to our global team,” commented Robert Baldy, Americhem’s market manager for nonwovens. “We’re now better equipped than ever to serve the needs of customers in the nonwovens industry in the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific.”

Kam Lui has joined Americhem as development specialist for nonwovens. He brings more than 20 years of technical experience in the polymer processing industry and will work closely with the development and commercial teams located at the company’s Dalton, Ga., plant. He has a degree in chemical engineering from SUNY in Buffalo, N.Y., and a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Northwestern University.

Also based at the Georgia plant is Greg Kern, who has taken on the role of account manager for nonwovens. Greg has many years of experience in the polymer industry, most recently serving as market development and account manager with OMNOVA Solutions. Greg also worked for Shell Chemical Company in sales and product development for PET and PTT polyester polymers and earned a chemical engineering degree from Purdue University. Greg will work closely with customers to develop products that create value through technical innovations.

In Europe, Peter Puchalla has joined the organization as films and nonwovens market leader. Previously, Puchalla worked for Sukano AG as an account and business development manager with focus on the company’s color and additive masterbatch products. Prior to Sukano, he worked for Clariant in a variety of functional roles including business development, supply chain management and process engineer. He has a dual degree in industrial engineering and business management from the University of Applied Science FH Nordakademie (Germany).

The investment Americhem is making in the nonwovens industry is not limited to personnel. This year, the company’s synthetic fibers business invested in two new custom-made high speed spinning lines at its Concord, N.C., and Dalton, Ga., plants. Global capabilities for nonwovens and synthetic fibers include eleven dedicated spin lines throughout Americhem’s global plant network and a spunbonded fabric pilot line dedicated to the nonwovens industry at the Georgia plant. Customers receive the benefit of a global nonwovens team working together to solve their toughest challenges.

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: Americhem Inc.

Fifth ITMA ASIA + CITME Exhibition Over 90 Percent Sold At Close Of space Application Period

SHANGHAI, China — March 31, 2016 — Leading textile machinery makers have snapped up space at this year’s ITMA ASIA + CITME exhibition, which will be held from 21 to 25 October in Shanghai, China. At the close of space applications, over 90 per cent of the 180,000 square metres of exhibition space had been sold.

The 2016 combined exhibition is expected to feature over 1,500 domestic and international textile machinery manufacturers from over 26 economies who will showcase advanced solutions and energy efficient machinery and processes.

 

Chinese exhibitors make up the biggest country group, booking over 65 per cent of the total exhibition space. The other top participating economies are Germany, Italy, Japan, Switzerland and Taiwan.

The enthusiastic response for the fifth combined exhibition proves that the Chinese marketplace, with its vast hinterland, still presents great business opportunities.

Mr Charles Beauduin, President of CEMATEX, said: “The high level of interest from exhibitors has reaffirmed ITMA ASIA + CITME as the leading marketing platform for textile machinery manufacturers seeking to tap the China market.

We are pleased to provide them with a recognised platform for their strategic promotion and will ensure that the combined show continues to be a relevant and effective platform for sellers and buyers to transact business and to take advantage of the vast potential that China offers.”

Exhibits at the combined exhibition are organised into sectors based on manufacturing processes, and spinning machinery forms the largest sector. This is followed by finishing, knitting and weaving. In addition, the nonwovens sector has seen a 20 per cent increase from the last combined show in 2014.

The vibrancy is evident as China continues to expand the infrastructure construction sector, accelerate urbanisation and increase awareness of the environmental protection under the government’s 13th Five-Year Plan period (2016-2020). It is expected that demand for technical textiles and nonwovens products will rise in the coming years.

Said Mr Gu Ping, Vice President of China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA), “As China’s textile industry continues its transformation, the demand for advanced machinery and technology is on the rise.

“For textile manufacturers to keep ahead of the industry, they need to readjust their strategy to enhance overall production efficiency. They should adopt a longer-term outlook to focus on the quality of their products which will ultimately contribute to their company’s bottom line. This will lead to a demand for new machinery and technology to modernise and upgrade their existing textile equipment.”

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2016 will be held from 21 to 25 October 2016 at the new National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) in Shanghai. Located in the Hongqiao business district, the venue features state-of-the-art facilities and easy accessibility.

The combined show is owned by CEMATEX and its Chinese partners – the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT-Tex), China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA) and China Exhibition Centre Group Corporation (CIEC). It is organised by Beijing Textile Machinery International Exhibition Co Ltd and co-organised by MP Expositions Pte Ltd. The Japan Textile Machinery Association (JTMA) is a special partner of the show.

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: ITMA ASIA + CITME 

Management Succession At Uster Technologies Ltd

USTER, Switzerland — March 31, 2016 — Thomas Nasiou will take over the position as CEO of Uster Technologies as of April 1st, 2016. Dr. Geoffrey Scott and Philip Mosimann will become Co-Chairmen of the Board of Directors. Koichi Ito joins the USTER Board of Directors succeeding Susumu Toyoda.

As previously communicated, Thomas Nasiou will assume the role of CEO (Chief Executive Officer) for the new financial year starting on April 1st, 2016. This follows a planned transition and handover of responsibilities from Dr. Geoffrey Scott who will remain as a member of the Board of Directors.

In order to ensure the most effective operation of the Board, the Board of Directors has decided to appoint Philip Mosimann and Dr. Geoffrey Scott to the roles of Co-Chairmen.

From April 1st, Koichi Ito also joins the Board of Uster Technologies. Koichi Ito is the new Head of the Textile Machinery Division of Toyota Industries Corporation, succeeding Susumu Toyoda who has been promoted to a new position in Toyota Motor Corporation. Susumu Toyoda will leave the USTER Board as of April 1st.

“The Board of Directors of Uster Technologies and Toyota Industries Corporation are pleased that, with the new management organization, the long term continuity and success of Uster Technologies is secured. With Thomas Nasiou a strong internal successor as CEO is in charge, and with the support of Dr. Geoffrey Scott as a Co-Chairman, knowledgeable and dedicated leadership continues in the best interest for the company  and its customers”, says Philip Mosimann, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Uster Technologies.

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: Uster Technologies AG

New Multi Functional Microscope Slide Designed Mostly For Carpet And Textile Fiber inspection

WILMINGTON, DE. — March 29, 2016 — The newly designed microscope slide, QCSMS (Quick Cross Section Microscope Slide) Designed in the USA by MIECO, manufactured in the USA by MIECO and sold, by MIECO, allows the user to hold the carpet/textile fibers while slicing the cross section of the fibers exposing a fresh clean view of the fibers edges. After slicing the fibers the QCSMS remain holding the freshly cut fiber cross section allowing the user to view the cross section under high magnification mostly with some type of microscope.

There are a few other styles most of them called “Hardy Plates” that have been sold in the past but mostly had to be made in-house or outsourced to some area manufacturer which can be a long and costly event but MIECO’s QCSMS are kept in inventory and are ready to ship.

MIECO makes these QCSMS from a surface harden stainless steel and are made to a quality that should last the user a life time and on. Other them MIECO you can find others have made Hardy Plates and other tools used for taking the Quick Cross Section of Carpet and Textile fiber made of plastic with some small holes through it to others more like MIECO’s made of a mild steel with a very soft probe made of copper.

MIECO use to sell what was called a Quick Cross Section Plate but they stopped selling this type thinking it needs a better design now after four years the newly designed QCSMS is ready to ship. The profile of the old and discontinued style was 2” x 2” (50mm x 50mm) The newly designed QCSMS profile sizes are much more like a standard 1”x3” (25mm x 75mm) glass microscope slide, slightly shorter then 3” (75mm). There are two size slot width, two slot size length and two slide (or plate) thicknesses.

There are other ways that fibers are cross sectioned one is to set the fibers in some resin and left to dry but with the QCSMS no resin is used (not saying resin couldn’t be used if one wished to) allowing a cross section of the fibers to be cross sectioned right then and there on the spot and or at any location with no waiting hence the name Quick Cross Section Microscope Slide or QCSMS.

Posted March 31, 2016

Source: MIECO

Phifer Introduces New Sheerweave® Style 8000, Cradle To Cradle Certified™ Bronze

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — March 30, 2016 — Phifer has introduced the newest addition to its high-performance SheerWeave interior sun control fabrics line. SheerWeave Style 8000 is Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze and possesses many unique qualities in comparison to similar fabrics in the market.

Style 8000 features a unique 2×2 basketweave, which provides improved dimensional stability and enhances outward visibility. Constructed from 100 percent polyester, Style 8000 is durable, easy to maintain and available in 118-inch widths to maximize fabrication efficiency.

Lightweight yet strong, this fabric is available in a 3 percent openness factor and 7 neutral colors to complement any décor. The solar heat reduction in Style 8000’s dark color selections is significantly improved over traditional sun control fabrics.

For additional peace of mind, SheerWeave Style 8000 is also GREENGUARD Gold Certified, 100 percent recyclable, PVC-free, halogen-free, phthalate-free and flame retardant for commercial use.

Posted March 30, 2016

Source: Phifer

Elbit Vision Systems Announces Record Results for 2015

CAESAREA, Israel — March 29, 2016 — Elbit Vision Systems Ltd. (EVS), a producer of camera-based automatic vision inspection for textile fabrics and technical webs, announced today its consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2015.

Sam Cohen, CEO of EVS commented, “We are very pleased with our 2015 results. They demonstrate strong revenue growth over the past year, with a significant increase in net profits. The main reason for the strong sales growth and high margins is the outstanding performance of our legacy products; IQ-TEX4 and SVA, as well as an increasing contribution from iBar.”

“Looking ahead, we expect to see continued growth from IQ-TEX4 and SVA, and we certainly expect iBar to have a significant impact on our future,” said Cohen. “We have had great success with our iBar installations so far and look for this product to spread throughout the industry.”

Fourth Quarter 2015 Results
Revenues for the quarter were $2.3 million, representing an increase of 18 percent compared to $2.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2014.

Gross profit for the quarter was $1.25 million, representing 53.2 percent of revenues, an increase of 14 percent compared to $1.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2014, which represented 55.3 percent of revenues.

Operating income for the quarter was $388 thousand (16.5 percent of revenue), an increase of 3.7 percent compared to $374 thousand (18.8 percent of revenues) in the fourth quarter of 2014.

Net income was $333 thousand (14.2 percent of revenue), an increase of 112 percent compared to $157 thousand (7.9 percent of revenues) in the fourth quarter of 2014.

Full Year 2015 Results
Revenues for the year were $9.1 million, representing an increase of 37 percent compared to $6.6 million in 2014.

Gross profit for the year was $5.2 million, representing 57.5 percent of revenues, an increase of 50 percent compared to $3.5 million for 2014, which represented 52.7 percent of revenues.

Operating income for the year was $2.3 million (24.8 percent of revenue), an increase of 121 percent compared to $1.0 million (15.4 percent of revenues) in 2014.

Net income was $2.1 million (23.2 percent of revenue), an increase of 222 percent compared to $658 thousand (9.9 percent of revenues) in 2014.

The Company reported a positive operating cash flow of $1.52 million for the year.

As of December 31, 2015, cash and cash equivalents were $3.3 million.

Posted March 29, 2016

Source: Elbit Vision Systems Ltd.

Cotton Incorporated Announces Release Of Latest FABRICAST™ Collection

CARY, N.C. — March 29, 2016 — Cotton Incorporated announced the latest release of the FABRICAST™ Collection. This collection of cotton fabric developments is designed to inspire the market with a focus on novel ideas in cotton-rich fabrics. Laser technology is explored on non-traditional substrates, with a focus on embellishment and cutting; naturally-hued cotton is showcased in novelty weaves; texture is imparted through fabric structure; unique piece dye effects are achieved with cationic yarns; and fabric properties of unique substrates morph through bonding to create new and innovative products.

To view Cotton Incorporated’s new and innovative developments, see the link: http://www.cottoninc.com/product/Trends-Fabric/Fabricast/2016-I-FABRICAST/

Posted March 29, 2016

Source: Cotton Incorporated, Inc.

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