Schlafhorst’s New Autoconer 6

ÜBACH-PALENBERG, Germany — February 9,2016 — The Autoconer 6 was delivered to the first customers at the beginning of the year. With its groundbreaking innovations, Schlafhorst’s new automatic package winder caused a global sensation — “The best original ever”. The German textile machinery manufacturer has presented the Autoconer 6 — in a brand-new version geared to E3 — to the general public at ITMA 2015. E3 is synonymous with triple added value in the energy, economics and ergonomics categories.

Energy
Energy consumption reduced by 20 percent. A string of unique innovations has enabled Schlafhorst to reduce the energy consumption of the Autoconer 6 by up to 20 percent compared with its predecessor. A key contributory element here is the new Eco-Drum-Drive System in the selfadjusting winding unit. Thanks to the latest drive and bearing technology, the Eco-Drum- Drive System saves a considerable amount of energy. In addition, the suction system motor and frequency inverter always work at the most effective operating point due to improved performance efficiency. To generate further energy savings on the spot by optimising the winding process, the energy consumption at any moment can be monitored online centrally at the Informator. The Autoconer 6 can be equipped with the new Energy Monitoring facility for this.

SmartCycle and the new intelligent vacuum adjustment system work together according to the “power on demand” principle, i.e. creating a vacuum as required. This lightens the energy demand in the winding mill significantly between yarn end pick-up cycles. SmartCycle is the new, intelligent upper and lower yarn end pick-up function in which the winding unit, the Informator, the suction system and the doffer cooperate optimally and are self-adjusting. The flow-optimised suction tube makes an effective contribution to energy saving too: in one customer’s mill, the vacuum could be reduced by 20-25 mbar while retaining a reliable upper yarn end pick-up.

Economics
2 x 6 percent more productivity. The new Autoconer 6 also achieves a double-digit increase in productivity. Even the basic model is 6 percent more productive than its predecessor. LaunchControl boasts the latest process intelligence for a slip-free, self-optimised start-up. Higher acceleration and faster deceleration of the winding system are possible using the innovative Eco-Drum-Drive System. The advantage is obvious: the Autoconer 6 winds faster at maximum speed and can be decelerated later.

Non-stop productivity is the distinctive feature of the new generation of machines. In combination with the new suction tube, SmartCycle cuts unproductive cycle times. Upper yarn faults are reduced as far as possible, while optimized cycle sequences minimise downtimes. TensionControl, the standard yarn tension control system on the Autoconer 6, prevents unnecessary tension breaks during bobbin unwinding. All these factors signify higher efficiency ratings and productivity right from the start.

With the technologically optimised, high-performance Speedster FX module and the new SmartJet function with which the doffer supports the upper yarn search, another 6 percent productivity can also be gained optionally.

In practical tests with the SmartJet function, the doffer aids the upper yarn search so effectively that “red light periods” are reduced by up to 70 percent.

That’s 12 percent more productivity in all — a unique leap forward.

Ergonomics
Intelligence inside. Intelligent sensor technology and smart process control turn the Autoconer 6 into an automatic package winder that pushes the textile-technology limits outwards of its own accord and winds at the most productive settings virtually without any operator input. The functional design and optimised process sequences minimize downtimes and malfunctions, so that manual intervention by the staff is practically unnecessary. Smart electronics and mechanical innovations complement one another in this design.

Autocalibration of the splicer feeders and suction tubes relieves the burden on the operators substantially, because manual settings are rendered superfluous. The X-Change doffer assumes additional functions too: with Tube Check it detects tubes that are not round via laser and removes them automatically. This not only enhances the package quality, it increases staff safety. And it effectively aids the upper yarn search with Smart-Jet, meaning that operator intervention is rarely required.

Even the time- and labor-intensive consumption measurements for optimising the energy utilisation of processes are no longer required on the new Autoconer 6. The integrated Energy Monitoring and the new operating console supply all the information needed for conserving energy at a glance.

Smarter Splicing

Once again the Autoconer 6 sets the benchmark in splicing with the new SmartSplicer model family. Its completely revised splicer geometry ensures the best splice quality in every application with the simplest handling. The splicing parameters can be entered conveniently at the Informator. The system guarantees spliced joints that are identical with the yarn, maximum strength, outstanding dyeing results and full added value in downstream processing.

The SmartSplicer will splice all common standard, compact and blended yarns. For extreme strength and an even better appearance, especially for denim, linen and OE yarns, the SmartSplicer Injection is used. The SmartSplicer Thermo is recommended for wool and wool-blend yarns, while for elastic core yarns Schlafhorst offers the SmartSplicer Elasto. The splicers are supplied ready for use and can be adjusted very easily in a few simple steps if required and adjusted to the process reliably.

Leading Automation Solutions

The Autoconer 6 has the most intelligent material flow system in the world. Schlafhorst offers its customers automation solutions that lead the way in every respect. With VarioReserve, Intelligent Bobbin Sharing, High Speed Feeding and various automation units, Schlafhorst ensures profit-enhancing process reliability and minimal reliance on personnel in every spinning mill. A new standard has also been created for the Autoconer 6, type RM machine with its unique new circular magazine and the 9+1 bobbin feed concept.

The superb, convenient package handling of the Autoconer 6 is especially important for automation purposes. The X-Change doffer has no equal with its innovative empty tube strategy and practical multitube handling. In Teaching Mode it learns to distinguish between tubes autonomously, and starts up automatically following a lot change. With the new Tube Check and Smart-Jet features the X-Change is consolidating its leading position in automation.

The various machine types (RM, D, T and V) permit the automation of individual stages in every spinning mill.

Added Value In Downstream Processing: Schlafhorst Quality Packages

The Autoconer package is the benchmark for quality and added value in downstream processing. The perfect interaction between the new standard yarn tension control system TensionControl, the unwinding accelerator, the new Eco-Drum-Drive System, effective electronic anti-patterning and optionally the new gate tensioner or the disc tensioner produces a package density of unsurpassed uniformity.

The Autoconer 6 introduces reliability and quality into the production of process-optimised packages through a broad range of package formats: cylindrical and tapered up to 5°57’, with traverse widths from 3″ to 6″. Packages with a diameter of up to 326 mm can be produced on the Autoconer. It goes without saying that a precisely measured yarn length is achieved for all package formats.

FX High-Performance Technology Components

For spinning mills that want to design their winding process to be more efficient and geared to added value, Schlafhorst offers the innovative FX high-performance components. The Autotense FX, Variotense FX, Propack FX, Variopack FX, Ecopack FX, Speedster FX and PreciFX modules hugely boost production performance and raise quality, productivity and cost-efficiency to the most advanced level, both in winding and in downstream processing.

The best original ever: just a year after its market launch, the Autoconer 6 continues to raise the bar in the winding mill with its brandnew functions. That will please customers of Schlafhorst. Once again they will be a decisive step ahead of the competition.

Posted March 7, 2016

Source: The Saurer Group – Schlafhorst 

Johns Manville Invests To Support Growth In Engineering Thermoplastics

DENVER, CO. — February 29, 2016 — Johns Manville (JM), a market-leading manufacturer of glass fiber products and Berkshire Hathaway company, announced today the expansion of its glass fiber operations plant in Etowah, Tenn., to service the increasing needs of the engineered thermoplastics industry is underway and will be finished this year.

The North American composite market needs a strong and reliable supply of glass fibers to translate innovations into steady market growth. JM’s operations in North America are ideally located to reliably serve customers across the growing compounding base in the Midwest and Southeast.

“Current and future trends in the composites industry will continue to drive increasing demand for glass fiber products in transportation, electrical and consumers segments,” said Brian Sapp, Global Fibers Business Director for JM Engineered Products. “We are making this investment to support our customers’ plans for growth, and we are continuing to pursue innovations in technology and product development in fibers to support existing and future customers.”

The expansion in Etowah includes a new furnace to support the launch of the next generation of global products for reinforced thermoplastic composites and further support the drive to lightweight materials use. The new furnace, due to start up in August 2016, will allow for production growth and flexibility within JM’s product families for polyamides, polyesters and polypropylenes.

“This investment shows JM’s commitment to this industry and to our customers,” Sapp said.

Posted March 4,2016

Source: Johns Manville

Hyosung Launches New Brand Campaign For Creora® As The Global Leader In Spandex/Elastane Market

Korea — March 4, 2016 —Hyosung, the largest spandex/elastane producer in the world, launched a new integrated global campaign for creora® including new ads, website, hangtags and other sales tools.

The new campaign uses water in an innovative and creative way to illustrate the unlimited potential of shape, use, elasticity, and movement. The water is linked to the creora wave logo and then is wound around the human body to demonstrate invisible energy. The fluid shows freedom of across confines and the spandex fiber’s ability to illustrate the concept of ‘Stretching Beyond’.

“Our commitment to excellence continues to be the creora brand promise which is the driving force behind the new brand campaign. We are focused on increased awareness of creora as the global leader in spandex” shared President Kim “For 2016, we are planning to continue to invest in product, technology, assets, and services to bring value to our direct and indirect customers. “

Posted March 4, 2016

Source: Hyosung

Morrison Textile Machinery Appoints David Emrey Vice President – Sales

FORT LAWN, SC — MARCH 4, 2016 — Morrison Textile Machinery is pleased to announce the appointment of David Emrey to the position of vice president – Sales. He succeeds H.O. “Buddy” Humphrey after his retirement at the end of last year.

David brings with him a strong background in International Textile Machinery Sales from his prior work with Ira L Griffin Sons, Karl Mayer and Ukil/USA Mechatronics. He is also a degreed Mechanical Engineer that enjoys creative solutions to customer challenges and seeing them through to implementation. His collaborative presence at ITMA 2015 has brought many projects to fruition.

David has delivered presentations to industry professionals at North Carolina State University; Clemson University.; Auburn University and the Southern Textile Association.

Posted March 4, 2016

Source: Morrison Textile Machinery

PolyOne’s Wilflex Launches Wilflex™ One Range Of Non-PVC Plastisol Screen-Printing Inks

KENNESAW, GA. — March 4, 2016 — Wilflex, a PolyOne company, today announced the addition of a new, non-PVC plastisol ink called Wilflex™ One to its range of premium screen printing inks. The range includes Wilflex One White, Wilflex One Underbase Gray, Wilflex One MX Color mixing system, and Wilflex One Clear.

Developed to offer a complete solution to brands and printers seeking a premium system in this category, Wilflex One inks are the latest innovation in non-PVC solutions that perform to the most rigorous testing and aesthetic requirements in the market today. Offering the printing ease of traditional plastisol ink, Wilflex One ink has been formulated without PVC and complies with the restricted substance lists of most major brands. Designed for high-speed production, Wilflex One ink is ready for any size production run.

“This product is a perfect fit for our existing portfolio of screen-printing inks,” explains Peter Juhl, global marketing director for Wilflex. “With a wide range of print applications and design capabilities, Wilflex One ink delivers a complete solution to brands and printers seeking a non-PVC premium system.”

Wilflex Screen Printing Inks are more than just textile inks. Wilflex focuses on total ink-room management, providing the most efficient, cost-effective environment possible to help customers win in competitive marketplaces. Further, Wilflex products include Epic™ non-phthalate plastisol inks and Oasis™ water based inks, which are all available in a variety of specialty finishes.

Posted March 4, 2016

Source: Wilflex

SPGPrints Launches New Nebula Sublimation Ink Range

BOXMEER, Netherlands — March 4, 2016 — SPGPrints will launch its new range of Nebula sublimation inks at FESPA Digital 2016 March 8-11, at Amsterdam, RAI. Among other highlights on its stand, SPGPrints will present information on the PIKE® digital printer and its full range of inks for the textile industry.

The addition of Nebula Sublimation inks extends the realm of high quality digital textile printing with a wider colour gamut, reduced manufacturing costs and high print quality. In the last two years, sublimation printing has established a strong position in digital textile printing for fashion applications driven by the improved quality of polyester fabrics, making them suitable for fashion garments and acceptable to the major brands.

Their adoption was also strongly influenced by the more environmental nature of sublimation printing (no post-processing by steaming and washing is needed). As a result, brands have, despite some limitations, accepted the quality of sublimation printing for their fashion articles.

The new SPGPrints Nebula Sublimation ink set combines bright, sparkling colours with the best deep black available in the market. The new sublimation inks add to the Nebula range that includes Nebula Direct Disperse inks (launched at FESPA Digital, Munich), and Nebula Reactive HD inks, (launched at FESPA, Cologne).

Formulated for use with Kyocera print heads, SPGPrints’ Nebula range enables printers using any equipment with those heads to benefit from the gamut, vibrance, image quality, runnability and productivity made possible by the latest ink technologies.

SPGPrints develops and manufactures its own inks at its ink plant Boxmeer, the Netherlands. The plant has recently completed the latest of three expansion programmes adding new equipment and doubling its production space.

Catch The Power Of The PIKE

Information and samples about SPGPrints’ new PIKE digital printer for textiles will be available on the FESPA Digital stand. Since its launch at ITMA Milan in November 2015, the response to this printer has been tremendous and installations are underway at three major textile printers.

Using specially formulated PIKE Reactive inks that eliminate mist, and Archer® technology, the PIKE printer can jet up to 4mm between substrate and print head, making it possible to print a wide range of substrates in a single pass. This distance also means that print head damage from contact with substrates is virtually eliminated. An array of 43 Fujifilm Samba print heads fire at 32KHz across the 1850mm print width delivering variable dot sizes (from 2-10pl) at a resolution of 1200 x 1200dpi.

This powerful printer combines high volume output – up to 13 million square metres per year with high-quality print in a time-saving workflow, and opens a new era in the textile printing.

During the show also, SPGPrints will be provide the latest information about its JAVELIN® printer that will be launched at ITM in Turkey in June. This versatile new printer, designed for production up to two million metres per year, offers a way for textile printers to take the first step into digital or for existing digital printers to step up their digital operations. Visitors can sign up for an exclusive bus trip to the SPGPrints headquarters in Boxmeer on Thursday afternoon, March 10th. The trip will include a live demonstration of the PIKE printer as well as a sneak preview in the R&D labs where the JAVELIN is developed.

“With new inks, and new digital printers, SPGPrints has solutions across the diverse textile market,” said Jos Notermans, Commercial Manager Digital Textiles, SPGPrints. “SPGPrints’ broad range of digital inks, printers suited for long and short production runs, and global experience give us a unique position in the market. At FESPA Digital, we will be pleased to advise and support businesses planning their investments in digital textile printing technology.”

Posted March 4, 2016

Source: SPGPrints

Banana Republic Partners With Pro Basketball Star Kevin Love For 2016

NEW YORK CITY — March 3, 2016 — Banana Republic is excited to announce that power forward and gold medalist Kevin Love will be the brand’s inaugural style ambassador. The partnership marks the first time Banana Republic has teamed up with a pro basketball player.

The three time NBA All-Star first posted a teaser across his social channels, @KevinLove, inviting fans to guess about his newest project. Forty eight hours later, he revealed the exciting news, featuring a behind-the-scenes snapshot on set at Banana Republic’s spring campaign shoot. In 2016, Love will continue to bring an energetic perspective to Banana Republic, offering a fresh way to engage with customers and his fans.

“Kevin embodies the confidence and optimism our customers find inspiring,” said Aimee Lapic, SVP and General Manager of Customer Experience, Banana Republic. “He expresses the best version of himself with everything he does, which makes Kevin a natural brand ambassador for fans and customers alike.”

As a style ambassador, Love will showcase the versatility and quality of Banana Republic’s men’s collection–fitting as both qualities are reflected in his everyday life. Throughout the year, Love will engage with consumers through surprise and delight moments across multiple channels, so fans should tune in for what’s in store.

“Banana Republic is such a classic brand and I am excited to be chosen as the first athlete ambassador for the brand,” said Love. “Since I am always on the move, it is important that my clothes are not only stylish, but are functional as well. Banana Republic absolutely hits the mark on both.”

To kick off the partnership, Love will be featured in Banana Republic’s Spring campaign, which debuts across all brand channels beginning on March 8, 2016 when the Spring 2016 collection will be available in stores and on BananaRepublic.com.

Posted March 3,2016

Source: Banana Republic

Zara Unveils A 47,361-Square-Foot Flagship Store In The Heart Of SoHo

NEW YORK CITY — March 3, 2016 — Zara has opened the doors of its new 47,361-square-foot flagship store on 503-511 Broadway. With an unbeatable location in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood, one of the world’s best known shopping districts, this new location on the block between Broome and Spring Streets represents some of the best late-nineteenth century retail architecture in the city.

Inditex Chairman, Pablo Isla, has underscored the importance of this opening and stressed that “it is particularly relevant for several reasons: the quality and size of its location, the environmental component that promotes the goals of our eco-efficient store project, its design, and its technological proposal. From today forward this new flagship will undoubtedly be a global benchmark.”

Manhattan’s newest Zara boasts three floors of retail space, ample room for showcasing everything the brand has to offer women, men and kids for Spring/Summer 2016. The store is designed entirely by Zara’s architecture team, who were faced with the challenge of blending the city’s past with its future. Massive effort was made to recover the building’s landmark features. Its original cast iron façade, interior and brick wall, which now blends with a rationalist and airy interior that features beauty, clarity, functionality and sustainability, the guiding principles of Zara’s image.

To celebrate the opening, Zara has collaborated with renowned floral artist Mark Colle with a special installation for the occasion.

In keeping with Inditex Group’s aim to have 100% eco-efficient stores by 2020, Zara SoHo sets the standards for highly demanding sustainability measures across all its processes, combining these efforts with energy efficiency and recycling in order to consume 30-percent less energy and 50-percent less water compared to a conventional store. Backed by these sustainability-oriented features, Zara SoHo has applied for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, awarded to green buildings by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), a third-party organization.

Zara’s new SoHo venue, purchased by the brand in 2015, was built in 1878 by architect John B. Snook and is one of the emblematic buildings found in the area known as the SoHo Cast Iron Historic District, named for the widespread use of this material.

Zara now boasts eight stores in Manhattan, where the brand opened its first store outside of the Iberian Peninsula in 1989, after setting up shop in the city’s most popular shopping destinations including Fifth Avenue, Lexington Avenue, and 34th Street. Zara also opened a new store at 222 Broadway in late 2015, taking over a new space in the heart of the city’s Financial District.

From San Diego and Seattle to Houston, Honolulu and New York, Zara has opened the doors of major new stores across the US in 2015. After unveiling the new Zara SoHo, Inditex Group now has 75 stores in the country (71 Zara and 4 Massimo Dutti stores), and customers in the US can also shop Zara Home online, the Group’s home textile and décor brand.

Posted March 3, 2016

Source: Inditex

SDL Atlas Martindale Receives Upgrades

ROCK HILL, S.C. — March 3, 2016 — SDL Atlas has introduced the next-generation Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester. The new design offers an attractive new look while incorporating several improvements.

The Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester is a versatile instrument with precision components to deliver the exact abrasion or pilling movements required by all international and retailer standards. All four configurations, 9-head, 8-head, 6-head and 4-head, now feature an improved touch screen controller with the most common functions accessible in one or two touches. Individual station counters track the testing to calculate a test End Time. Available consumables along with ordering information can also be accessed directly on the instrument display to simplify reordering. The interface also features a multi-lingual interface with display options in English, Chinese, Spanish and Turkish.

The sleek new design also now incorporates a storage rack for the light weight motion plate, and enhanced sample holders allowing for quicker sample loading. Other upgrades include stronger base feet to increase instrument stability and a new motion plate sliding pad designed to reduce instrument noise. Servicing the Martindale is made easier with access to the control panel through four quick-lock couplers and the use of Surface Mount Technology electronic components on the controller circuit board.

“SDL Atlas partners closely with our customers in order to provide the best possible testing experience,” said SDL Atlas President, Chuck Lane. “The enhanced Martindale not only has a more stylish and streamlined appearance, but also delivers a tester that is easier to use and service.”

The improved Martindale Testers are currently available worldwide.

SDL Atlas is committed to providing customers confidence in standard based testing. With offices and experts in the United States, United Kingdom, Hong Kong and China, plus agents serving over 100 countries, SDL Atlas is ready to support its customers with instruments, equipment, consumables, and services anywhere in the world.

Posted March 3, 2016

Source: SDL Atlas

Texo Trade Services Launches 5-Metre-Wide Textile Mega-Canvases For Indoor Light Boxes At FESPA Digital 2016

WADDINXVEEN, The Netherlands — March, 2 2016 — Texo Trade Services will premiere its new invention for printing canvases for large light boxes at the FESPA Digital international trade fair. It is now possible to print 5-meter-wide mega-canvases for light boxes, seamless and with great depth of color, which will enable the retail, food service, stand construction and exhibition sectors to create their own distinct visual styles. Texo Trade Services (TTS) will be launching this new product at Amsterdam’s RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre from March 8th to March 11th.

Printing 5-meter-wide single-piece canvases

Those looking to print large canvases for indoor light boxes (in department stores, showrooms, fashion shows, exhibitions, shops, hotels, exhibition stands, etc.) are faced with size restrictions: up to now, there was no high-quality textile available for 5 meters wide. If you wanted to print a surface more than 3 metres wide, you needed to either use textile or PVC that was too inflexible and too heavy, or manufacture parts together, which is an emergency measure. The result: seams, which not only obstruct the sight, but also the design. A difference of just a few millimeters is enough to ruin it. Besides, since seams are less transparent, they are immediately visible in any light box and make for a less professional look. TTS’ new product has been further tailored to meet the needs of printing companies, which tend to use machines which can print 5-metre-wide canvases of a high-quality or which are considering purchasing one in order to offer even higher-quality products to their customers.

Great choice in media for use in light boxes

TTS and SENFA will be launching the textile types PEARL Lightbox (for lightboxes) and THEATER (for block-out) for UV inks with a 5-metre reel width. Note that these well-established products were not previously available in this reel width. In addition to PEARL Lightbox, TTS has also launched Lightbox Soft Knitted, whose knitted fabric makes it different from PEARL Lightbox: more flexible and less prone to wrinkling. This makes it more suitable for tight stretching inside the light boxes. Besides 5-metre-wide textiles for light boxes, TTS also supplies five other textile types from stock, 5 metres wide, for sublimation, solvent and UV prints.

Also available: 5-metre-wide sublimation prints for mega-frames

TTS is a pioneer not only in applications for large light boxes, but in mega-frames as well, with sublimation as a printing technique producing the best results. Since the ink penetrates deeply into the fabric (colouring the polyester yarn in the process) and the fabric is uncoated, the canvas can be stretched easily while remaining absolutely wrinkle-free. The sublimation technique creates an exceptionally wide range of colours. These colours are deep, vivid and sharp and remain that way, because the ink is absorbed into the polyester yarn rather than applied on top of it. Besides the fabrics used for this technology, TTS is the only manufacturer to offer 5-metre-wide protective paper for the calender belt in order to fix the sublimation/colours. With the first sublimation printers for 5-metre-wide prints entering the market in the immediate future, TTS supports printing companies in taking the next step.

Texo Trade Services to attend FESPA

Texo Trade Services, the leading expert in 5-metre-wide textiles in the European market, invites you to view it all with your own eyes at FESPA Digital from March 8th-11th at Amsterdam’s RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre. We hope you have the opportunity to visit us at stand number G30 in Hall 1. The rear wall of the stand is a 5-meter-wide lightbox containing a PEARL Lightbox.

Posted March 3, 2016

Source: Texo Trade Services

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