Techtextil 2017 Exhibitor Preview: BST ProControl

WENDEN, Germany — April 18, 2017 — At the Techtextil 2017 taking place in Frankfurt May 9-12, BST ProControl (Hall 3.0, booth D05) will focus on sensor for measurement and quality assurance of flat material webs. The company will inform their visitors about different sensors e.g. for basis weight or moisture measurement of technical textiles. So in Frankfurt BST ProControl will show two sensors, the X-Ray head and the transmission sensor IREX-TS. Both are installed on a traverse and enable reliable and non-contact measurement during the running production.

“Precision measurements of the basis weight are essential in the production of technical textiles, which are used in hygiene, automotive or geotextile industries. For example basis weights, moisture or layer thickness have to be determined reliably and continuously by using non-contact methods. Our x-rays and transmission sensors can achieve optimum results“, explains Kay Kuhlmann, Sales Manager at BST ProControl.

An important advantage of X-Ray (<5kV) head for precise basis weight measurement is the low radiation energy of less than 5 kV. The radiation load is very low outside of the sensor casing and it is also possible to switch off the X-Ray. The X-Ray <5kV is not subject to any special approval and thus it is not necessary to employ a radiation protection officer. The sensor is suitable for basis weight measurement on textiles, nonwovens, fiber material as well as plastic and paper.

The transmission sensor IREX-TS is an infrared sensor which is suitable for layer thickness and moisture measurement. This sensor works with optical multi wavelength analysis methods in the near and mid infrared range. For example, the sensor precisely measures the coating percentage on coated textiles. Moreover IREX-TS reliably determines the moisture of paper or light cardboard.

Both sensors will be operated on the traverse while the INDICON-XL software will capture, evaluate and visualize the measurement results in real time in the form of cross and longitudinal sections.

Special highlights are the intuitive operation and the customized configuration.

Posted April 17, 2017

Source: BST ProControl

University Of Michigan’s Tauber Institute For Global Operations Announce New Industry Advisory Board Members

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — April 17, 2017 — Randall Scheps of Arconic and Craig Weiss of ConAgra join representatives from 28 of the world’s top corporations as members of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations Industry Advisory Board. The Industry Advisory Board’s objective: to cultivate future leaders in operations through their support of the Tauber Institute’s multidisciplinary experiential learning mission.

New Industry Advisory Board member Randall Scheps is Vice President and general manager of Arconic’s truck wheel business for the Americas, supplying all major truck and trailer makers in the Americas from manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Mexico, and Brazil. Previously, Scheps managed truck wheel business for Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

New member Craig Weiss is Vice President of Supply Chain Planning, Programs and Logistics for ConAgra Foods. ConAgra is the largest private-label food manufacturer in the U.S., with annual revenues in excess of $17.7 billion and over 26,000 employees.

The Tauber Institute brings together graduate students from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and College of Engineering to gain operations expertise and leadership skills, then work together at sponsoring companies around the world, tackling diverse operations challenges in industries such as aerospace, internet commerce, automotive manufacturing, tech, and healthcare. In over 30 collaborative projects with industry each year, the Tauber Institute applies cutting-edge operations theory to real-world problems, saving sponsoring companies millions of dollars through increased efficiency and waste reduction, and often simultaneously improving working conditions and reducing environmental impact.

Input from the Industry Advisory Board ensures that the Tauber Institute stays at the forefront of operations education and responds quickly to industry needs. Offering guidance consistent with the program’s mission and objectives, the Industry Advisory Board actively assists Tauber in achieving its academic and research goals through industry leadership, cooperation, feedback, and acquisition of financial support.

The board, which meets twice a year with Tauber Institute leadership, represents a diverse group of organizations.

Posted April 17, 2017
Source:Tauber Institute for Global Operations

Milliken Acquires Keystone Aniline Corporation, Positions Chemical Division for Global Growth

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — April 13, 2017 — Today, Milliken & Company — a global innovation company with historic commitments to specialty textile, chemicals and floor covering — announced its acquisition of the assets of Keystone Aniline Corp. — a global leader in dyes, pigments, pigment dispersions and polymers. Positioning Milliken for global growth, the initiative aligns two key industry players with complementary product portfolios and expertise to offer customers a broader array of advanced colorant solutions, technologies and services.

Supporting their complementary product offerings are cultural parallels, including both being privately-held and family-owned, further aligning the acquisition strategically.

“Milliken and Keystone Aniline Corporation share a long history of innovation, environmentally responsible manufacturing and relationship building — core values which connect us in practice, perspective and approach to values-based business,” shared Milliken President, CEO and Chairman, J. Harold Chandler. “We look forward to welcoming Keystone to the Milliken family of companies and competing together as we leverage meaningful innovation and environmentally responsible manufacturing.”

Founded in 1920, Keystone is headquartered in Chicago, and has operations in Europe and North America, including the company’s largest manufacturing facility in Inman, S.C..

“Milliken and Keystone each have individual expertise in chemical colorants; Milliken with unparalleled new molecule development, and Keystone with leading formulation capabilities,” shared David Moody, President of the global Milliken Chemical division. “I look forward to combining our shared resources for ground-breaking chemical innovations that will continue to serve our customers in significant and meaningful ways.”

“By combining our product portfolios and specialized colorant knowledge with Milliken’s solutions and expertise, we create business and market synergies that will drive new global opportunities and better meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said John Andrews, CEO, Keystone. “The strengthened organization will possess greater breadth and depth across the board, from research and development to formulation capabilities, to quality control and product stewardship. This partnership will be a part of Milliken’s future growth and success.”

Posted April 17, 2017

Source: Milliken & Company

Indorama Ventures Announces Acquisition of Europe’s Leading Tire Cord Manufacturer

BANGKOK, Thailand — April 17, 2017 — Global chemical producer Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd. (IVL) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Glanzstoff Group. Glanzstoff is a major European manufacturer of tire cord fabrics and single-end-cords (SEC) for high performance tire applications. This transaction is expected to close during the second quarter of 2017, subject to regulatory approval.

Glanzstoff offers a broad range of solutions in the tire cord fabrics and single-end-cords in high performance rayon, aramid, nylon 6,6 and polyester in addition to hybrid filament yarns for the high growth and high performance automotive applications. Glanzstoff is Europe’s largest converter for tire cord fabrics and a global leader in SEC and is vertically integrated into high tenacity Rayon technology. It has manufacturing sites in Luxembourg, Italy and the Czech Republic.

Commenting on this acquisition, Aloke Lohia Group CEO, Indorama Ventures, said: “The acquisition of Glanzstoff provides a unique opportunity for Indorama Ventures to consolidate its leadership position in the tire cord business and strengthens our high value-added (HVA) portfolio. It enhances the company’s value proposition and provides collaborative opportunities with the global automotive tire industry, including those for autonomous and electric vehicles. IVL is a leading global specialty-fibers solution provider with strong presence in headliner yarns, acoustic fibers and tire-cord fabrics and the Glanzstoff acquisition is a strategic fit to help grow this portfolio”.

IVL entered into the high-growth tire cord business following the acquisition of PHP Fibers in 2014. Thereafter, it acquired Performance Fibers in 2015 and created a global scale as a result of these acquisitions. The company continues to invest and announced a sizeable expansion of its tire-cord manufacturing line at Performance Fibers in Kaiping, China, in January of 2017. On a pro forma basis, the combined revenue of PHP Fibers, Performance Fibers and Glanzstoff in 2016 was $602 million. On an all-inclusive basis, the HVA segment of IVL achieved sales revenue of over $2 billion in 2016.

“We continue to pursue a transformational journey to consolidate our leadership position and pursue profitable growth opportunities in the high value-added segment. The Glanzstoff platform will expand our footprint beyond polyester and nylon 6,6 by entering into Rayon technology. Our focus remains on delivering best-in-class propositions, while driving our global innovation agenda to strengthen the company’s capabilities in the value chain in which we are present. We strive to be a world-class, high-growth company and will continue to explore opportunities to deliver earnings growth and enhanced value in a sustainable manner,” Lohia concluded.

Posted April 17, 2017

Source: Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL)

Mimaki USA Announces TX300P-1800B Direct-To-Textile Printer

SUWANEE, Ga. — April 17, 2017 — Mimaki USA, a manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, today announced the availability of the TX300P-1800B direct-to-textile printer featuring an advanced belt transport system to ensure stable feeding of stretchy and thin fabrics.

The 74-inch wide TX300P-1800B direct-to-fabric textile printer includes many features found in high-end direct-print models. It was designed specifically for direct-to-textile applications and is suitable for users creating samples or short-run pieces. It includes new print heads with a high gap setting that maintain accurate ink droplet placement and enable printing on thick or thin textiles, dimensionally unstable fabrics, woven patterns or raised fiber surfaces. Mimaki original inks are specifically designed for exceptional color reproduction onto natural or synthetic fibers for producing fashion textiles, performance sportswear, interior décor, flags, banners, and more.

Advanced belt transport system

This model utilizes an advanced textile feeding and conveyance mechanism — including rear tension bars as well as a sticky belt that ensures stable and high quality textile printing and transportation. Delivering the highest quality direct-to-fabric printing, the TX300P-1800B printer uses an embedded belt washing mechanism and belt feed compensation to clean the belt and stabilize the image quality.

High gap printhead

The TX300P-1800B printer includes new print heads that enable printing directly on various types of textiles. The high gap setting gives users the ability to print on thin and thick textiles, plus woven patterns or raised fiber surfaces, while maintaining accurate ink droplet placement.

Five ink types for printing to natural and synthetic fibers

Mimaki original textile inks are optimized for the TX300P-1800B printer. These purpose-developed Mimaki textile products provide an industry leading solution delivering consistency and reliability essential for the production of the highest quality direct-to-fabric products. Sb420 (direct-to-fabric dye sublimation), Ac400 (acid dye), Rc400 (reactive dye), Tp400 (textile pigment), Dd400 (disperse dye) are all Mimaki original textile inks designed to suit specific fabric characteristics ensuring exceptional color reproduction on either natural or synthetic fibers for producing fashion textiles, performance sportswear, interior décor, flags, banners, and more. Dye sublimation, textile pigment, reactive dye, and acid dye inks are available at the time of the machine release. Disperse dye inks are planned for future release.

Dual ink capability

The TX300P-1800B printer, along with its sister product the TX300P-1800 (without belt) printer will be able to accommodate two different inks in one printer. This dual ink capability gives users the ability to print onto natural materials with textile pigment inks (Tp400) or on polyester materials with sublimation dye inks (Sb420) using only one printer. Since neither Tp400 nor Sb420 inks require a steaming and washing process – resulting in an environmentally friendly production (less water usage) – this configuration simplifies the textile production process and is ideal for designers, fabric workshops, education and research institutions, and entrepreneurs. Dual ink capability is expected to be available in the summer of 2017, for both models.

Mimaki technologies for assured production of high quality prints

  • Waveform control. Each ink color has its own specific gravity and viscosity. To achieve precise placement of the ink droplets onto the media, Mimaki designed an optimum waveform, enabling the printhead to jet each ink color at the appropriate jetting angle without losing precise ink droplet circularity.
  • Variable dot printing. Variable ink droplet sizes are precisely placed using three different ink drop sizes. Smaller droplets create smoother gradients and quartertones for high quality reproduction while large droplets produce uniform solids and accommodate for high-speed printing.
  • Mimaki Advanced Pass System 4 (MAPS4). This technology prints passes in a gradation-like method by dispensing ink drops between passes. This Mimaki-exclusive imaging technology reduces banding, uneven ink drying and bi-directional stripes, resulting in smoother images with no distinct bands.
  • NCU (Nozzle Check Unit) and NRS (Nozzle Recovery System). These two functions work together to provide continuous or unattended printing and minimize waste by ensuring any clogged nozzles do not reduce the print image quality. The NCU automatically checks for and cleans clogged nozzles before printing. The NRS enables mapping of unrecoverable nozzles, so that printing can continue.
  • Bulk ink system standard. The TX300P-1800 printer includes the Mimaki Bulk Ink System 3 (MBIS3) that features two-liter ink packs. This system reduces ink costs when compared to ink cartridges used in competitive products, and enables unattended printing, freeing staff to work on other projects. When used in four-color mode, the Uninterrupted Ink Supply System (UISS) delivers continuous imaging by automatically switching from an empty ink pack to the full container of the same color.
  • TxLink3 RIP software for textiles is available as an option. TxLink3 RIP software for textiles offers effective color management, standard profile creation, simple RGB and CMYK color replacement on raster and vector data, and the ability to create colorways.

Availability

The TX300P-1800B printer is available for order now through Mimaki authorized dealers in the Americas. Connect to an authorized dealer by visiting www.mimakiusa.com/mydealer.

Posted April 17, 2017

Source: Mimaki USA

Record Breaking Year For Exhibitors At Techtextil North America

ATLANTA — April 17, 2017 — Only two more months until the doors open to Techtextil North America 2017 in Chicago. The 2017 exhibitor list proves to be the best show held outside of Atlanta yet! With more than 151 exhibitors from 17 countries and growing, the 2017 show is looking to be a record breaking year.

Highlighted below are a sampling of new exhibitors to our show floor.

AG Cilander: Switzerland

Swiss textile finishing and coating company with experience in fashion and technical textiles.

Color Service Srl: Italy

Color Service was founded in 1987 and is the world leader in the production of automatic dosing systems for the textile industry.

GTI Graphic Technology, Inc.: USA

GTI’s viewing systems conform to ASTM D1729, SAE J361, and BS-950 Part 2 standards. The product offering ranges from desktop viewers to color harmony rooms. All products are manufactured at our Newburgh, NY headquarters. An in-house spectroradiometric laboratory and 100% measurement and verification production process guarantees accuracy in all products.

Guangzhou Xibo Chemical Technology Co., Ltd. (Sileather): China

Sileather™ is a new type of performance leather made of 100% silicone. With the unique advantages of silicone, they offer the world a better solution of eco-friendly, easy to clean, weatherproof and highly durable performance fabrics that can be applied in various markets: interior/exterior design, transportation, healthcare, hospitality, marine, etc.

Taconic: USA

Taconic produces high performance PTFE coated fiberglass fabrics, tapes and belts for a diverse range of applications, wherever there is a need for high temperature and nonstick properties. Our worldwide staff includes R&D engineers who can help solve your most difficult challenges. We are finding a better way.

German Pavilion

This year the German Pavilion, organized by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) in cooperation with AUMA _Association of the German Trade Fair Industry will host 25 exhibitors at this years’ event in Chicago. Highlighted below are a sampling of the new exhibitors you will see in Techtextil North America’s German Pavilion.

Eschler Technical Textiles Ltd.:

Eschler Technical Textiles Ltd., a member of the Schoeller Textiles group, stands for customized and sustainable developed warp knitted textiles for a variety of applications such as Medical Textiles, Expo, Cleaning Textiles, Special Textiles und Base Layers. Our German production site, has been considered as a competent partner for many years when innovative warp-knitted technical textiles are requested.

Gruschwitz Textilwerke AG:

Gruschwitz has a more than 200 years track record as supplier for yarns focussing on twisted, winded or coated threads. Covering a huge range of yarns from natural, chemical and high-tech fibers Gruschwitz is able to select a tailormade process according to the customer´s challenge. Customers are supported by pilot plants and a development and testing laboratory. Gruschwitz provides solutions for a wide range of industries covering e.g.  Mobiltech, Medtech, Aerotech, Indutech and Sewtech.

OLBRICH GmbH:

Inspiring Engineering – Convincing Technology! OLBRICH is your system supplier of intelligent machine and line concepts for the production of web products such as wallpaper, floor coverings, film/foils and technical textiles.

Posted April 17, 2017

Source: Messe Frankfurt

Mimaki USA Strengthens Sublimation Offering With Coldenhove Distribution Agreement

SUWANEE, Ga. — April 14, 2017 — Mimaki USA, a manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, today announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Coldenhove Papier, a premium supplier of paper products. Mimaki USA will be demonstrating Coldenhove’s Jetcol® transfer media in its TS30-1300 dye sublimation printer, in the Mimaki USA main booth 3569 at the upcoming International Sign Expo, April 20-22 in Las Vegas.

Jetcol media for dye sublimation transfer application

Coldenhove Papier operates a state-of-the-art paper mill that is known for its innovative paper solutions. The Jetcol line includes a range of sublimation transfer papers for various applications.

Mimaki USA will distribute the entire Jetcol portfolio, which will carry both the Mimaki and Coldenhove brands. All Jetcol HTR, Jetcol HS, and Jetcol TA lines of transfer media in all roll widths, will be available for all Mimaki TS Series dye sublimation printers including the TS30-1300 entry-level printer, TS300P-1300 production printer, TS500P-3200 super wide printer, and the TS500-1800 model.

Jetcol papers will also be prominently displayed in Mimaki USA Technology Centers where they will be used to demonstrate the company’s dye sublimation printers.

Availability

Jetcol for Mimaki media is expected to be available from select Mimaki dealers beginning in mid-Summer 2017.

Posted April 14, 2017

Source: Mimaki USA

Milbank Represents Initial Purchasers In $320 Million Inaugural High Yield Offering By Grupo Kaltex S.A. de C.V.

NEW YORK CITY— April 14, 2017 — Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP advised the initial purchasers in the inaugural $320 million high yield offering of 8.875 percent Senior Notes due 2022 by Mexico-based Grupo Kaltex S.A. de C.V., a vertically-integrated textile company and one of the largest textile companies in the world.

This transaction represents the debut Rule 144A and Regulation S bond issuance by Grupo Kaltex S.A. de C.V., and the first high-yield dollar-denominated Mexican corporate issuance since the US presidential election.

The Milbank team was led by Capital Markets partner Carlos Albarracín along with associates Andres Osornio, Alex Gefter, and Gonzalo Guitart, and included partner Andrew Walker and associate Jules Mugema from Milbank’s Tax Group.

Albarracín said: “We are pleased to be participate with Mexico-based issuers on their high-yield offering.  The Kaltex bond offering is the first dollar-denominated corporate issuance after the US elections and one of few high-yield offerings by Mexican issuers completed over the past three years. We hope this paves the way for more similar high-yield offerings from Mexico to follow.”

Milbank has one of the longest tenures of any U.S. law firm doing business in Mexico since the 1920s and the firm consistently represents clients in market-leading transactions.

Posted April 14, 2017

Source: Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP

Three More UniFirst Plants Earn Hygienically Clean Food Safety Certification

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — April 14, 2017 — UniFirst Corp. has widened its lead among multi-location uniform service companies in achieving Hygienically Clean Food Safety certifications, with 17 facilities now having earned the designation. The most recently certified UniFirst laundries are in Vancouver, Canada; Titusville, Fla.; and Whippany N.J.

This achievement reflects UniFirst’s commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by third-party on-site inspection and their capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

The certification confirms a laundry’s dedication to compliance and processing garments and other textile products using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, the focal point for TRSA inspectors’ evaluation of critical control points that minimize risk.

This process eliminates subjectivity by focusing on outcomes and results that verify textiles cleaned in these facilities meet appropriate hygienically clean standards and BMPs for servicing animal processing, dairies, fruit/vegetable, bakeries, grain and other food and beverage industry segments.

UniFirst’s Hygienically Clean Food Safety certified facilities, besides the three newest designees, are located in Stockton and Ontario; Stratford, Conn.; Tampa, Fla.; Albany, Ga.; Boston, Mass.; Landover, Md.; Charlotte and Kernersville, N.C.; Lebanon and Nashua, N.H.; Tulsa, Ok.; Amarillo, Texas; and Richmond, Va.

The TRSA Hygienically Clean Food Safety protocol examines a laundry’s Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) practices, including its techniques for:

  • Conducting hazard analysis
  • Determining CCPs, monitoring their control, correcting them if not under control
  • Validating and verifying HACCP system effectiveness
  • Documenting and record-keeping to show ongoing conformance

Inspection and re-inspection verify laundry practices including washing procedures (detergent formulas, temperature, disinfectant, pH, extraction), drying, garment inspection and transportation. Each certified laundry plant’s operational flowchart is evaluated, ensuring these procedures (as well as pickup, unloading and sorting of soiled items and sorting of clean laundry) are mapped. Employees’ use of personal protective equipment is documented.

Inspectors also evaluate practices relevant to handling and processing textile products used in food manufacturing/processing establishments for adherence to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) directives.

“More and more, we’re seeing our customers in food-related industries looking for third-party validation that our specialized Product Protection Process and our hygienically clean standards are consistent with HACCP and GFSI guidelines,” said Adam Soreff, director of marketing and communications at UniFirst, based near Boston. “Working with a Hygienically Clean Food Safety certified laundry helps reassure them that their managed uniform program is working in concert with their own food safety protocols to help them ensure food safety for consumers.”

Posted April 14, 2017

Source: TRSA

Upland Cotton – An Improved Genome Sequence Will Advance Fiber, Fuel, And Food Applications

CARY, N.C. — April 11, 2017 — A consortium led by Z. Jeffrey Chen of The University of Texas at Austin and Jane Grimwood and Jeremy Schmutz of the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology has made publicly available a significantly improved high-quality genome sequence of Upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum). This sequence of the species making up greater than 90% of the world’s spinnable cotton fiber builds upon previous genome sequences published in the past five years.

“This genome sequence will significantly advance cotton research to increase competiveness with synthetic fibers and is a major step forward in developing a gold standard assembly,” said Professor Chen. The other lead collaborator, Jane Grimwood, said “this sequence used a new strategy to sequence a tetraploid genome by applying a combination of short read sequencing from Illumina, with long read PACBIO technology and a dense resequencing based genetic map”.

Cotton production contributes significantly to the US economy, and collaborative projects such as this help increase knowledge to enable breeders to develop varieties with improved yield, fiber quality, and stress tolerance. Don Jones, Director of Agricultural Research at Cotton Incorporated, said this sequence is another advancement for improving the sustainability of cotton production. “This accomplishment facilitates deeper understanding of cotton biology that leads to higher yield and improved fiber while reducing inputs needed to produce the crop.” Growers, the textile industry, and eventually consumers will ultimately derive benefit from successes such as this.

This research was achieved under multi-institutional partnerships, including The University of Texas, HudsonAlpha Institute, Texas A&M University, Clemson University Institute for Translational Genomics, and USDA-ARS in Stoneville, Mississippi. Funding was provided by the National Science Foundation Plant Genome Research Program and Cotton Incorporated. This is another example of the synergy that can be created to deliver innovation in cotton that will improve the sustainability and economic value from the basic research to the farm and consumer.

Posted April 13, 2017

Source: Cotton Incorporated

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