Durst Group Is “Ready to Print” At drupa 2024

BRIXEN, Italy/  DÜSSELDORF, Germany — May 28, 2024 — The Durst Group, manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, is presenting its latest solutions in the areas of large format printing, packaging, labels and software at drupa 2024 under the motto “Ready to Print”. The company is also showcasing its wide range of digital applications, including the additive manufacturing of technical ceramics, in Hall 16, Stand A41-1/2.

“We are looking forward to an extremely exciting drupa trade fair, which will certainly be groundbreaking,” said Christoph Gamper, CEO & co-owner of the Durst Group. “As digital print natives and technology leaders, we believe the time has come for digitalization in many areas, such as packaging, and are presenting corresponding end-to-end solutions that can also be seamlessly integrated into existing infrastructures and production processes as hybrid systems. With our Software & Solutions, we also support our customers in setting up and optimizing their digital workflow, thereby increasing their efficiency along the entire value chain.”

Overview of the exhibited printing systems:

Durst Packaging/Folding Carton – VariJET 106  

The VariJET 106 is the latest innovation from the Koenig & Bauer Durst joint venture, which will pave the way for the digitalization of industrial folding carton production. By using water-based inks, even primary packaging for food can be produced. However, the VariJET 106 is also a promising solution for applications in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and tobacco industries for the economical production of short to medium runs and individualized packaging.

The VariJET 106 covers the B1 format and achieves a printing speed of 5,500 sheets per hour. The monthly print volume ranges from 500,000 to more than 1 million B1 sheets. Thanks to its hybrid design, several finishing units can be optionally integrated into the VariJET. In this way, the VariJET 106 becomes an end-to-end solution that enables economical and fast production of high-quality jobs.

Durst Packaging/Corrugated Printing – White ink for SPC 130

What was missing in industrial digital corrugated printing until now was the color white. The Durst Group is once again taking on a pioneering role in the industry and is launching a water-based white ink for the Delta SPC 130. The use of white with extremely high opacity on brown corrugated board opens up new design possibilities and enhances transport packaging. By overprinting white, a significantly improved image quality is achieved on almost all topliners and at the same time an exact match to spot colors. All inks and fluids used in the Delta SPC 130 meet the current and future requirements of the food industry.

Durst Packaging/Label Printing – KJet  

With the KJet, the Durst Group is launching a new hybrid solution for label printing. After the XJet, this is the second joint development with OMET. The KJet is an end-to-end solution that combines OMET’s dual servo flexo printing units with Durst’s state-of-the-art RSCi inkjet technology. In addition, modules for finishing and further processing such as cold foil stamping or die-cutting units can be integrated into the KJet. This flexibility opens up an enormously broad application portfolio for the KJet. The configuration of the KJet is tailored to the specific requirements of each customer.

Durst Graphics/Large Format Printing – P5 SMP™ 

With the P5 SMP, the Durst Group is expanding its successful P5 Large Format Printing portfolio for applications in the Sign & Display, POP/POS, Corrugated Packaging & Display and Industrial Decor sectors. The hybrid LED super-multi-pass printing system combines efficiency and productivity with maximum versatility. With a print width of 3.5 m and a maximum productivity of up to 2,000 m2/h, the P5 SMP achieves an annual capacity of 5 million m2, setting a new benchmark for high-volume digital printing. As a hybrid solution, the P5 SMP can process both roll and sheet material and has the versatile functions of the P5 platform.

Durst Graphics/Large Format Printing – Aleph Laforte 600 Paper 

With the acquisition of Aleph S.r.l. in 2023, Durst Group has expanded its position in the field of water-based and sustainable printing technologies. With the Aleph Laforte 600 Paper, an absolute highlight will now be presented at Drupa 2024, which was designed for poster and billboard printing. In its most powerful configuration, the printing system achieves an output of 1,000 m2/h and reaches a new level of quality in poster and billboard printing with six colors and 1,200 dpi.

Durst Software & Solutions – 360° End-to-End Portfolio

The importance of software has shifted significantly over the years. The Durst Group therefore founded the Software & Solutions business unit back in 2018. The company currently employs around 100 people in the area of software. This underlines the Durst Group’s commitment to proactively driving development at all levels. At drupa 2024, the Durst Group is presenting a wide-ranging software ecosystem: the spectrum ranges from web shops and online graphics editors to comprehensive workflow and analytics solutions and ERP/MIS systems. Artificial intelligence (AI) is also used in software development. One of the latest innovations in this field is Hawk Eye, which represents a breakthrough in terms of quality assurance in digital printing. Hawk Eye analyzes every single print image at full speed – and in real time.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: The Durst Group

Hyosung Appoints Andreas Puchert As European Marketing Manager Textiles

SEOUL, South Korea — May 28, 2024 — To support its continued business growth in Europe, Hyosung TNC has hired industry expert, Andreas Puchert, as its new European Marketing manager.

Based in Düsseldorf, Germany, Puchert has over 30 years’ experience in the textile, sports, fashion, and retail markets. Prior to joining Hyosung, he was director of Retailpraxis, a company that develops, produces, and distributes international fashion and sportswear brands with a strong emphasis on sustainability. He holds a degree in textile engineering. His previous experience includes executive positions at ellesse, Puma, C&A.

At Hyosung, Puchert will work with the company’s European marketing team in the promotion of Hyosung’s specialty fibers and fabrics to targeted brand and retail accounts. Additionally, he will manage joint development and promotional programs with key industry partners.

“Andreas brings enormous resources to our team,” said Claire O’Neill, European Marketing Director, Hyosung Textiles. “His tremendous understanding of European brand, retail and consumer needs, will help us further our global position as a major textile solution provider.”

With offices in more than 40 countries, Hyosung can locally support and interact with the international value chain. Together with Hyosung’s Fashion Design Center (FDC) Team who forecast trends and create fabric stories and samples in the context of global trends, Hyosung’s Global Brand Marketing Team supports brands and retailers with design concepts, textile, and product development, and facilitate the promotion of products made with Hyosung specialty fibers to consumers.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: Hyosung TNC

Claros Technologies, Inc. Raises $22 Million To Accelerate PFAS Destruction And Analytical Technologies

MINNEAPOLIS — May 28, 2024 — Claros Technologies Inc. (ClarosTech™), supplier of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) or “forever chemicals” analytical and destruction technologies, announced today that it has raised $22 million in new funding co-led by Ecosystem Integrity Fund and American Century Investments. This financing will allow ClarosTech to continue scaling the research, development and market penetration of its UV-photochemical PFAS destruction technologies, its durable anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-odor and broad spectrum UVA and UVB bio-based functional materials technologies and its ISO/IEC 17025:2017 analytical laboratory.

Additional investors include Capita3, Children’s Minnesota, Kureha America Inc., Open Door Foundation, F. R. Bigelow Foundation, other corporate investors, several individual investors alongside incumbent investors Groundswell Ventures and the University of Minnesota.

“Our commitment to PFAS destruction is not just about environmental responsibility, but also about sustainability. By developing and commercializing cutting-edge solutions to PFAS pollution, we’re positioning ourselves at the forefront of a growing market. As the demand for sustainable, scalable, cost competitive chemistries and industrial processes increases, we believe our technologies can be part of ensuring long-term success for our customers, partners and the planet.” said Michelle Bellanca, ClarosTech CEO and co-founder. “This $22M over-subscribed fundraise is a testament to the trust and commitment from a syndicate of investors that believe in Claros’ technology, commercialization strategy and vision for a cleaner and safer world. With this support, Claros is poised to revolutionize the landscape of PFAS destruction and safeguard our environment for generations to come.”

Since its prior financing in 2021, ClarosTech™ has successfully:

  1. Scaled its PFAS destruction solution to field deployable units and is working with industry-leading manufacturers and other stakeholders to provide sustainable and effective solutions to remediate PFAS pollution in wastewater. Confirmed by internal, independent third-party and customer laboratories, ClarosTech has proved 99.99 percent destruction and defluorination performance on all PFAS types including long, short and ultra-short chain PFAS;
  2. Built a world class ISO/IEC 17025:2017 analytical laboratory; and
  3. Commercialized its durable functional material chemistries from bio-based sources, allowing for durable (wash-safe) anti-bacterial, anti-odor, anti-viral and broad spectrum UVA and UVB properties in textiles and other substrates.

“PFAS chemicals represent a monumental and increasingly urgent societal challenge. They are ubiquitous in manufactured products, have serious environmental and human health impacts and are persistent in the environment. Industrial producers are finally being held accountable for this pollution: settlements from PFAS litigation in the US are approaching $20 billion; the United States EPA has begun regulating PFAS in drinking water; and CERCLA has designated PFAS chemicals as hazardous waste,” said Sasha Brown, Partner at Ecosystem Integrity. “We are proud to partner with Claros, which provides the most efficacious and cost-effective method of eliminating PFAS and analyzing the contents of effluent for industrial customers. Claros’ analytical, modeling and destruction capabilities are essential tools to tackle the critical imperative of halting PFAS pollution.”

PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance or “forever chemicals”) are a family of over 15,000 chemical compounds used in everything from semiconductor manufacturing to the production of clothing, furniture and food packaging. PFAS chemicals are ubiquitous and linked to cancer, thyroid disease, kidney dysfunction, birth defects, autoimmune disease and other serious health problems. Today, ChemSec estimates a $17.5 trillion annual societal cost of PFAS in our global economy. Current methods of PFAS elimination do NOT permanently solve the problem and instead perpetuate an infinite PFAS life-cycle by returning the original or concentrated PFAS back into the environment through dilution in wastewater treatment facilities, landfill disposal, incineration or deep well injection. None of these are sustainable or provide finality to liability concerns. AECOM estimates a global PFAS opportunity (replacement mitigation) of $250B and in April 2024, the Biden Administration passed the first regulations and limits on PFAS in drinking water.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: Claros Technologies, Inc. (ClarosTech™)

Milliken & Company Recognized As One Of The Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces In 2024

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — May 28, 2024 — Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has been recognized as one of the 2024 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces, an annual list curated by Newsweek in collaboration with the Best Practice Institute (BPI). The certification is determined based on the responses of thousands of employees across the globe who rate their workplace culture, and takes into consideration factors including employee engagement, leadership, company values, and the overall environment.

Milliken & Company has been recognized as one of the 2024 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces, an annual list curated by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute (BPI).

“We are truly honored to be recognized as a global most loved workplace for the second year in a row,” said Halsey Cook, president and CEO at Milliken. “This acknowledgment reflects Milliken’s ongoing efforts to ensure that associates around the globe feel valued, respected, and empowered.”

With a workforce of 8,000 associates spread across 78 locations in 16 countries, Milliken operates on the core values of excellence, integrity, innovation, sustainability, and people-centricity. The company aims to recruit and retain top-tier talent who can contribute to Milliken’s purpose of influencing positive change for future generations. Milliken cultivates a nurturing environment through various programs and initiatives, encouraging associates to embrace their unique selves at work.

“This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our global team,” said Bethany Smith, SVP and chief human resources officer at Milliken. “We look forward to continuing to foster a workplace culture that is not just inclusive and welcoming, but also empowering and inspiring.”

Most Loved Workplaces® certify companies where employees are the happiest and most satisfied at work. Milliken became certified as a Most Loved Workplace based on its scores on the Love of Workplace Index™, which rated employer satisfaction and sentiment elements including the level of respect, collaboration, support, and sense of belonging they feel inside the company.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: Milliken & Company

First Quality Baby Products To Invest $418 Million To Expand Its Macon, Ga., Footprint

ATLANTA — May 23, 2024 — Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that First Quality Baby Products LLC will invest $418 million to expand its footprint in Macon-Bibb County, creating 600 new jobs.

“We’re always thankful when job creators like First Quality choose to expand in Georgia, and we’ll keep working to strengthen these long-term partnerships that enrich communities in every corner of the state,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “More than 70 percent of last year’s economic development projects were expansions of businesses already operating here in our state, and thanks to companies like First Quality, that positive trend will continue.”

First Quality Baby Products and its affiliates manufacture baby diapers; youth and training pants; a full line of adult incontinence, feminine hygiene and wipes products; paper towels; and bath tissue while also packaging products for healthcare, retail, and commercial channels.

“In March, First Quality announced that we will be increasing our baby diaper and training pant manufacturing capacity by 50 percent, and we are excited to announce our expansion will take place in Macon, Georgia,” said Allen Bodford, president of First Quality’s Absorbent Hygiene Division. “This expansion is a testament to First Quality’s innovative products and continuing commitment to the baby diaper market. We thank Governor Kemp, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority for their continued support. We also express our deep appreciation to our dedicated team in Macon for their tireless devotion to First Quality.”

First Quality’s expanded facilities will be located at 2108 Avondale Mill Road, adjacent to its current location in Macon. The company will be hiring for executive, administrative, supervisory, and production positions. Openings will be posted at www.firstquality.com as they become available.

“First Quality has been a strong member of Team Macon-Bibb for many years. We are proud to stand with them as they invest millions in new infrastructure in our community, meaning hundreds of jobs will be retained and hundreds more created,” said Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller. “For doing business, this is the best community in the best state, and the success and expansion of First Quality is proof of that!”

“The decision of First Quality to expand its operations here is a testament to the strength and attractiveness of our local business environment in Macon-Bibb County,” said Chairman Robby Fountain, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority. “MBCIA has worked closely with First Quality over the years to facilitate their growth, and we are thrilled to see their continued success. This expansion highlights the confidence that businesses have in our community as a place to invest and thrive. We are excited about the opportunities this expansion brings and remain dedicated to supporting First Quality’s continued growth and success.”

Senior Regional Project Manager Candice Scott represented the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s (GDEcD) Global Commerce division on this competitive project in partnership with Macon-Bibb County Industrial Development Authority, Georgia Power, and Georgia Quick Start.

“First Quality has been a respected Georgia company for well over a decade and continues to create competitive jobs for Macon-Bibb County,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “We’re thrilled about First Quality’s decision to grow their Georgia facility, benefitting from our skilled workforce and our acclaimed Georgia Quick Start training program. Congratulations to First Quality, Macon-Bibb County, and our regional partners on this exciting announcement.”

First Quality has been in Macon since 2008, following its acquisition of Covidien™ Retail Products. Learn more about the current Macon facility at www.firstquality.com/en/Who-We-Are/Facilities/Macon.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: State of Georgia Office of the Governor

Active Apparel Group Commits To Decarbonization Program, Addresses Challenge For Brands To Manage Scope 3 Emissions 

CULVER CITY, Calif.— May 28, 2024 — Manufacturer of activewear and swimwear, Active Apparel Group (AAG), has committed to a structured approach in reducing its environmental impact across its global operations through an Environmental Management System (EMS).

The EMS, built using the ISO14001 Standard Framework, incorporates key environmental policy commitments and has set targets and strategies to reduce the carbon footprint of its operations across China, Australia and USA.

Through a third-party audit of its greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), AAG has identified the following areas of focus to reduce impacts:

  • Reduction in Scope 1 energy use;
  • Reduction in air freight;
  • Reduction in water usage across the business;
  • Ongoing collection and management of production waste;
  • Increased use of sustainable materials; and
  • Continued collection of GHG data for ongoing improvement.

“AAG has set time-bound and measurable goals in our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint,” said Daniel Hawker, CEO of AAG. “We know the majority of the fashion industry’s emissions occur in the supply chain. As manufacturers, we take on this responsibility — we want to not only reduce our own operational emissions but enable our customers to understand and manage their own Scope 3 emissions.”

“We want to be part of the solution in moving the industry towards a decarbonized future,” said Hawker.

AAG’s EMS is designed to be embedded within the operations of the business, with functional ownership of targets established and education of the team prioritized, to deliver results on reducing environmental impact. Quarterly reporting of its progress is communicated to stakeholders and reviewed by the company’s Board of Directors. The Environmental Policy can be found on the company website — https://activeapparelgroup.com/

The EMS is part of AAG’s ongoing Responsible Business Strategy – a company-wide commitment to driving continuous improvement across the areas of Governance, Social and Environmental impact. Other initiatives include Living Wage Audit by Bureau Veritas (AAG pays 100% Living Wage); Materiality Assessment; Supply Chain Traceability Project; Circularity and Waste Management along with annual third-party audits – SMETA, Gold WRAP, Supplier Qualification Program and its Modern Slavery Statement.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: Active Apparel Group (AAG)

Online Visitor Registration For ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 Opens — Take Advantage Of Early Bird Rates

SINGAPORE — May 28, 2024 — Visitors to ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024, Asia’s business platform for textile machinery, can register their visit online to take advantage of early bird rates. The combined exhibition will be held from October 14-18, 2024 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre, Shanghai, China.

Early bird rates enjoy a 40 percent discount

Visitors who preregister on the combined show websites (itmaasia.com and citme.com) by October 13 will enjoy early bird rates which are at a 40 percent discount. The early-bird rates are $9 (RMB 60) for a five-day badge and $5 (RMB 30) for a one-day badge. Standard onsite rates are RMB 100 for a five-day badge and RMB 50 for a one-day badge.

The combined show owners — CEMATEX and the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT-Tex), China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA) and China Exhibition Centre Group Corporation (CIEC) are pleased with the positive response received for space application. Compared to the previous edition, the size of the exhibition is expected to be bigger.

To-date, about 1,700 leading textile machinery manufacturers have applied for space. Among them are CHTC, Cixing, Fadis, Groz-Beckert, Itema, Karl Mayer, Memminger-Iro, Murata, Picanol, Rifa, Saurer, Savio, Shima Seiki, SPGPrints, Staubli, Tsudakoma, Truetzschler, Toyota, Vandewiele and Yoantion.

Mr Ernesto Maurer, President of CEMATEX said: “The textile industry is undergoing rapid transformation due to factors such as digitalisation and sustainability. Automated systems are driving efficiency across fibre processing, yarn production, weaving, dyeing and finishing. Textile machinery manufacturers are excited to promote these technologies at the upcoming ITMA ASIA + CITME exhibition.”

Gu Ping, president of China Textile Machinery Association concurred: “The textile industry is witnessing rapid changes driven by the progress of the Internet and AI technological advancements, and textile processing technologies are also developing rapidly. ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 will showcase the latest development trends of the global textile machinery sector. We warmly invite buyers to visit the exhibition to source the highest quality and efficient technologies.”

18 product chapters of the textile manufacturing supply chain featured

Featuring 18 product chapters of the textile-making manufacturing chain, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 will showcase a comprehensive range of machinery, from spinning, weaving, knitting, nonwoven, printing and inks, dyeing and finishing, to garment making, recycling, testing and packaging.

The previous edition – ITMA ASIA + CITME 2022 — was successfully staged, grossing over 160,000 square metres of the exhibition venue. It featured more than 1,500 exhibitors from 23 countries and attracted visitorship of 100,000 from 105 countries and regions.

ITMA ASIA + CITME is organised by Beijing Textile Machinery International Exhibition Co., Ltd and co-organised by ITMA Services. Japan Textile Machinery Association is a special partner of the combined show.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: CEMATEX, CCPIT-Tex, CTMA & CIEC

3M Thinsulate™ And Scotchgard™ Announce Sponsorship Of Everest Marathon 2024 And Unveils Cutting-Edge Gear For Athletes In The World’s Highest Marathon

ST. PAUL, Minn. — May 17, 2024 — 3M Thinsulate™ and Scotchgard™ are thrilled to announce their official sponsorship of the Everest Marathon 2024, set to take place on May 29. This prestigious event, known as the world’s highest marathon, will see elite athletes tackling the formidable terrain of Mount Everest.

Everest Marathon 2023

In 2024, the Everest Marathon celebrates its 100th anniversary, marking a century of incredible human achievement and endurance. This iconic race offers participants an unparalleled adventure, blending the thrill of extreme sports with the awe-inspiring beauty of the Himalayas. Runners can choose from three race types: the full marathon, half marathon, and a 60K ultra-marathon. Each route presents its own unique challenges and breathtaking vistas, making this event a must-experience for athletes worldwide.

Official Sponsor Announcement In 2024

The Everest Marathon is not just a race; it’s a journey through one of the planet’s most rugged and majestic landscapes. Starting from the Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters (17,598 feet), participants descend to Namche Bazaar at 3,440 meters (11,286 feet), navigating steep inclines, rocky paths, and dramatic weather changes. This race tests the limits of endurance and resilience, offering an exhilarating story of personal triumph against nature’s toughest conditions.

Empowering Athletes with High Performance Gear: 3M’s Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability in Sports Gear

In an exciting collaboration with 3M Thinsulate and Scotchgard, elite athletes from around the world have been selected to receive cutting-edge gear for their participation in the Everest Marathon. These specially designed coats, sleeping bags, and vests are equipped with the latest in 3M Thinsulate technology, ensuring maximum warmth and protection against the harsh elements of the Himalayas. With custom-designed gear tailored to their specific needs, these athletes are geared up for success as they tackle the grueling terrain and unpredictable weather of the world’s highest marathon.

3M gear for athletes – T-shirt

With the addition of coats treated with Scotchgard Protector water repellent and T-Shirts’ treated with Scotchgard Protector moisture wicking agent, these athletes will stay dry, comfortable, and focused on the race ahead. Thanks to 3M Thinsulate and Scotchgard, these athletes are ready to conquer Mount Everest and make history in the 100th anniversary of this legendary race.

“We are excited to support these incredible athletes as they take on one of the most challenging races in the world,” said Melissa Blakley at 3M, 3M Thinsulate & Scotchgard Global Portfolio Director. “Our advanced Thinsulate and Scotchgard technology is designed to provide the ultimate performance in cold weather, ensuring that the top runners are equipped with the best possible gear to help them succeed. At 3M, we are committed to empowering athletes to push their limits and achieve their dreams, and this sponsorship is a testament to that commitment.”

3M Thinsulate™ and Scotchgard™ Revolutionizing Performance in Extreme Conditions

3M Thinsulate Water Resistant Insulation in these coats offers superior warmth and comfort, enhanced water resistance, and lightweight design. Designed by renowned outdoor designer Rico Lee, these coats blend cutting-edge technology with modern style. The sleeping bags feature 3M Thinsulate High Loft insulation for advanced thermal efficiency in cold environments. 3M Thinsulate Anti-Static Insulation, part of our Thinsulate family, incorporates anti-static fibers for improved garment performance. Made with 30 percent recycled fibers from post-consumer plastic bottles, it provides warmth and anti-static properties.

3M gear for athletes- coats by RICO LEE

3M Scotchgard Protector Water Resistant Treatment enhances fabric performance by imparting water repellency and stain resistance. 3M Scotchgard Moisture Wicking Treatment keeps fabric cool by wicking away moisture, all while helping to release stains. Both treatments allow fabric to maintain softness and breathability.

Originally introduced in 1978 for skiers, 3M Thinsulate Insulation now utilizes 3M’s technology for thin, lightweight synthetic insulation that retains warmth even after washing.  Many Thinsulate Insulation products, including Anti-Static insulation, Type R100 Featherless insulation, and Types EP and EC insulations are made from post-consumer recycled fibers. Those 3M Thinsulate Insulation products that utilize recycled materials reflect 3M’s focus on its strategic sustainability framework. 3M’s global HQ is powered by 100-percent renewable electricity, and more than 50 percent of the company’s global electricity comes from renewable sources. 3M has also pledged $1 billion over 20 years to accelerate environmental goals, including achieving carbon neutrality across operations by 2050, with a 50-percent reduction of Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 (versus a baseline year of 2019); reducing water usage, indexed to net sales, by 25 percent across all facilities by 2030 (versus 2019); and reducing dependence on virgin fossil-based plastics by 125 million pounds by 2025.

Posted: May 28, 2024

Source: 3M

Trützschler Service Goes Digital

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — May 27, 2024 — Everybody has felt the pain of digital tech that creates more problems than solutions — but Trützschler’s new service will make sure that won’t happen to you. Digital Start-Up is a special service that helps our customers get maximum value from Trützschler’s digital solutions. From personalized configurations through to analyzing data and optimizing production processes in real time, you can rely on Digital Start-Up to support your yarn production processes.

Entering the virtual space

Every day, technical service experts from Trützschler visit customers around the globe. We travel to Brazil, India, Türkiye, the USA… and now we’re adding another location to the list: The virtual space. Our Trützschler Services team works with you to make sure you feel the full benefit of our digital solutions for yarn production.

Digital Start-up: A new and exclusive service

Now, all customers that commission a new installation can also access our new service: Digital Start-Up. This comprehensive onboarding program generates quick wins from Day One and will help you achieve top levels of performance for many years. It offers:

  • Guided onboarding for our all-in-one platform My Trützschler including My Mill, Training, Shop and much more.
  • On-site training for all machines and services.
  • Digital audits that combine online and on-site guidance, training and troubleshooting.

During digital audits, technical experts from Trützschler guide and train each customer’s team based on specific real-time data from our mill monitoring system My Mill. By working closely in this way, you can get your mill to 100 % performance faster than ever, while also learning how to finetune your unique processes on your own. Online support is always available to help you solve issues quickly and achieve stable yarn quality.

With you everywhere

The My Trützschler platform offers the best way to keep track of all digital solutions. It provides seamless access to your digital Trützschler world, with important insights from digital services including My Mill, Training, Shop and My Wires. The My Identity tool ensures safe access on any device, anywhere – and it saves you time with single sign-on authentication. The digital Trützschler world is growing all the time. Find out about the latest apps and services on My Trützschler.

  • Stay up-to-date, anywhere and all the time.
  • Order parts and components online quickly and easily (My Shop).
  • Upskill your employees with online training activities (My Training).
  • Expert know-how to improve the performance of your Mill (My Mill).

Posted: May 27, 2024

Source: Trützschler Group SE

XSYS Showcases rotec® Portfolio Of Sustainable Solutions At drupa, Introducing The New rotec® eco Series Of Sleeves

WILLSTAETT, Germany — May 27, 2024 — Emphasizing its commitment to sustainability, XSYS will present its range of precision-engineered rotec® sleeves and adapters for brilliant printing at drupa 2024. The rotec brand is synonymous with long-lasting quality and has a strong history of innovation, with the most active patents for sleeves & adapters. Building on this solid foundation, the rotec® team is proud to introduce the rotec eco series of sleeves, the next generation of more sustainable sleeve products to achieve brilliant print performance, but with less impact on our world.

“As a pioneer of sleeve technology since 1990, rotec has always been ahead of its time when it comes to sustainability. Offering solutions tailored to the needs of each operation, many innovations have long been delivering exactly what customers are asking for today — shorter press startup times, faster changeovers, quick delivery, less waste and safer operator conditions,” said Product Manager Gina Wienbracke. She added, “These products already contribute to a more sustainable world through their robust construction or accessories that extend the product lifetime. When sleeves and adapters last longer, they deliver a stronger return on investment and lower total cost of ownership for our customers, while reducing waste.”

A perfect example comes from INNI Group in Belgium which has been using the same set of rotec Offset Sleeves for more than 15 years. Not only is this the very definition of long lifetime for sleeves, but with proven superior performance, as shared by Geert Lamon, Operator at INNI Group: “rotec Offset Sleeves guarantee perfect register. They’re also much lighter with better printing quality, higher definition and much more precise dots. When using rotec, I don’t have to worry about handling, mounting or printing. It simply works!”

Recent innovative solutions also extend product life, as well as contribute to maximized efficiency. Among these value-added solutions, the rotec eco Xtra Ring is a patented air distribution technology for significantly easier mounting, reduced compressed air requirement, and preventing edge wear. Another is the rotec Smart Premium Sleeve / High Performance Sleeve, which incorporates a barrier layer for extended lifetime, as well as state-of-the-art raw materials for lighter weights, reduced bounce, and faster press speeds. Meanwhile the rotec multi-sleeve adapter uses a unique pin technology to easily switch sleeve lengths on the same adapter, saving cost and increasing efficiency with a simpler set-up.

New introductions at drupa include a range of compressible accessories (end plates, inner rings and notches). The compressibility is designed to absorb forces during handling to protect the sleeve from damage and further extend the product lifetime. There will also be an opportunity to explore the new rotec structured sleeve surface for flexographic printing which allows any air bubbles caught under the mounting tape to escape more easily, reducing tape waste and ensuring excellent print quality.

Environmental responsibility remains a major focus for rotec in its global strategy. Several production optimization programs are already in place to reduce waste and improve carbon footprint. “The true vision for the next generation of sustainability for sleeves is to assess the entire product life cycle from production to customer to end of life. The rotec® eco family of sleeves are pushing the boundaries by incorporating renewable resources and increased recycled content to achieve reduced environmental impact,” concluded Gina Wienbracke.

XSYS welcomes visitors at drupa to its booth in Hall 8b (A30) to see the technology in action with live demos, print samples on various presses — made brilliant with rotec solutions — and the newest sleeve storage system from partner Ulmex Industries. Come meet the team to discuss the needs of your printing operation and the opportunities to implement sustainable solutions from rotec.

Posted: May 27, 2024

Source: XSYS

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