Alchemie Technology Secures £750,000 Grant To Lead UK-Taiwan Effort Against Textile Finishing Pollution

CAMBRIDGE, England — May 14, 2024 — England-based clean-tech company Alchemie Technology has secured a major new grant to tackle pollution in the global textile finishing industry as part of a collaboration between the United Kingdom and Taiwan.

The grant, delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, totals £742,254 ($934,048) and will enable Alchemie and JSRTEX Group, a Taiwan-based textile manufacturing innovator, to drive the smart transformation of Taiwan’s textile industry.

Key objectives include eradicating the textile lamination processes through the development of an innovative, disruptive, and sustainable process to allow for the digital, non-contact application of polyurethane to fabrics.

The first R&D partnership of its kind between the two nations, the agreement will help cut emissions and wastewater in the supply chain. The global laminated textiles market was worth $4 billion in 2021 and is forecast to reach $6.3 billion by 2030. The program is expected to assist major fashion brands in reaching their ESG targets, creating a leaner, greener, and more accountable supply chain.

Alchemie recently launched its Endeavour™ low-carbon digital textile dyeing production and officially opened its first-in-market production and demonstration facility in Taiwan, dedicated to dyeing woven polyester. Both initiatives represented significant milestones in Alchemie’s scaling-up journey.

Alchemie’s Endeavour digital dyeing production process reduces the carbon footprint of dyeing by up to 85 percent, eliminating up to 95 percent of wastewater and decreasing the required amount of chemicals by up to 30 percent.

The VIP launch event of its Global Endeavour production launch took place in Le Meridien, Taipei, attended by Chen Pei-Li, deputy director general, of Industrial Development Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs, and several other key members of the Taiwan Parliament.

Addressing attendees at the event, Jessica Reilly, deputy director, British Office Taiwan, said: “Alchemie is revolutionizing the textile industry — empowering fashion brands and dyehouses from all over the world to significantly reduce their carbon and chemical footprint while reducing costs by up to 50 percent.”

Alan Hudd, CEO and founder at Alchemie Technology, said, “The textile industry is all too aware of the challenges it faces when it comes to tackling emissions and pollution in the global supply chain.

“This new collaboration between the UK and Taiwan is a key milestone for the industry, with two nations working together to put practical solutions in place to completely transform the textile finishing process.

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the strength of the shared purpose between our two nations, and the support from Innovate UK and the Taiwanese government to bring this project to life.

“This collaboration shows just how much can be achieved when countries work together to tackle high-stakes problems and we are calling on policymakers and businesses to join us on this journey.

Posted May 14, 2024

Source: Alchemie Technology

Italian Trade Agency ITA To Exhibit At ITM 2024 With Italian Pavilion

ISTANBUL — May 14, 2024 — The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) decided to participate in the ITM 2024 Exhibition this year with the Italian pavilion. Italian textile machinery manufacturers, which are leaders in the global textile industry, will mark on the ITM 2024 with their innovative technologies focusing on energy consumption, efficiency, sustainability and digital transformation.

ITM 2024 International Textile Machinery Exhibition is preparing to host textile technology leaders in Istanbul on June 4-8, 2024. ITM 2024, which will be organized this year with the motto ‘Discover the Future’, will offer unmissable opportunities for those who want to discover the latest innovations in the sector, establish new business contacts and shape the textile world of the future together. The products to be exhibited at ITM 2024 Exhibition, which will bring together nearly 1300 domestic and foreign companies, will meet with thousands of qualified buyers and professional visitors.

They Will Showcase the Versatility of ‘Made in Italy’ Technology at ITM 2024

International sector associations, representatives and government institutions also support the ITM 2024, which is expected to break new records with both the number of participants and visitors and million-euro machine sales. One of them is; The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is the governmental agency that supports the business development of Italian companies abroad and encourages the attraction of foreign investments to the country. ITA has decided to participate in the ITM 2024, which will be held at Tüyap Fair and Congress Center, as a pavilion.

Turkey is among the most important markets of Italian textile machinery manufacturers. Turkey became the largest foreign market in 2022, leaving China behind in Italian textile machinery exports. Italy’s textile machinery exports to Turkey increased by 15 percent, reaching 309 million euros.

With this decision, ITA took as part of the strategy aiming to further strengthen its presence in the sector and in Turkey; It also revealed the unity of the Italian textile machinery industry and the support it gives to the Turkish market. Companies that will take their place in the Italian Pavilion; They will have the chance to showcase the versatility of ‘Made in Italy’ technology and interact directly with global customers.

“We are happy to host Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers in the Pavilion”

The organizers of ITM Exhibition, Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım A.Ş. and Teknik Fairs Inc., made a joint statement about this important development and expressed their excitement. The following statements were made in the explaining: “We are satisfied to welcome the Italian textile machinery manufacturers who will participate in ITM 2024 as a pavilion. This pavilion will offer visitors the opportunity to closely follow the latest developments of Italian textile machinery manufacturers and discover these innovative technologies.”

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: Teknik Fuarcılık

The National Retail Federation (NRF) Disappointed With Outcome Of USTR’s China Tariff Review

WASHINGTON — May 14, 2024 — The National Retail Federation today issued the following statement from Executive Vice President of Government Relations David French after the U.S. Trade Representative and the White House released the statutory four-year review of the Section 301 China tariffs.

“We are extremely disappointed that the United States Trade Representative and the Biden administration have chosen to double down on a failed and inflationary strategy by sustaining and expanding the Section 301 China tariffs. Maintaining these tariffs on consumer goods will increase costs that consumers pay on everyday products imported from China.

“As consumers continue to battle inflation, the last thing the administration should be doing is placing additional taxes on imported products that will be paid by U.S. importers and eventually U.S. consumers. The ongoing Section 301 China tariffs have not worked to force China to change its trade practices. We need a new strategy that will address the core issues and provide actual incentives for U.S. companies to shift their supply chains from China.

“We need new free trade agreements that focus on both market access and tariff reductions, and we need Congress to pass long-standing trade preference programs which remain expired. The U.S. economy needs real incentives — unlike those in the form of penal tariffs — to shift supply chains away from China. USTR must immediately renew the exclusions that are set to expire at the end of the month and open a fair and transparent exclusions process for all products covered by the tariffs.”

As an authority and voice for retail, NRF will continue to advocate for trade policies that promote economic growth.

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Elemental Advanced Materials Initiates Commercial Production Of Carbon Nano Onions

HOUSTON — May 14, 2024 — Elemental Advanced Materials, an innovator in carbon nanotechnology, proudly announces the commencement of commercial production for its proprietary Carbon Nano Onions. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the company’s capabilities and underscores its commitment to delivering cutting-edge materials to industries worldwide.

Carbon Nano Onions, a unique carbon nanostructure comprised of concentric layers of graphene spheres, possess remarkable properties that make them invaluable across various applications, including energy storage, electronics, plastics and composites, and concrete and asphalt.

“Our team is thrilled to announce the initiation of commercial production of our unique Carbon Nano Onions,” said David Hudson, CEO at Elemental Advanced Materials. “This achievement is the result of years of dedicated research and development, and it signifies a pivotal moment in our company’s journey.”

The scalability of Elemental Advanced Materials’ production process ensures a reliable supply of high-quality Carbon Nano Onions to meet the growing demand from industries seeking innovative solutions. With this milestone, the company is poised to address diverse market needs, ranging from enhancing the performance of lithium-ion batteries to revolutionizing drug delivery systems.

“We are excited to offer Carbon Nano Onions for commercial sale, empowering our customers to unlock new possibilities in their respective fields,” added Ian Bishop, CFO at Elemental. “As pioneers in nanotechnology, we remain committed to driving progress and catalyzing innovation across industries.”

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: Elemental Advanced Materials 

Record-Breaking NPE2024: The Plastics Show — Officially Wraps In Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. — May 14, 2024 — NPE2024: The Plastics Show concluded a momentous week with an incredible turnout that has reinforced its position as the premier plastics industry event in the Americas. Over 50,000 registrants signed up for the show.

This year’s show welcomed new faces, with 63 percent of attendees experiencing their very first NPE. NPE2024 has made history with one of the youngest audiences ever recorded. 30 percent of attendees were under the age of 40, marking the growing enthusiasm for innovation, sustainability and the promising future of the plastics industry.

NPE2024’s global reach reestablished its reputation as the international gathering place of the plastics industry in the Americas. More than 15,000 international registrants markedthe most international show in NPE’s history. Representatives from 133 countries — or 68.2 percent of nations worldwide — registered to attend the global plastics trade show. This is a 9.9-percent increase of countries registered at NPE2018, demonstrating the exchange of industry innovation and ideas on a global scale, and further shaping the path of international plastics collaboration and solutions. This strong international presence was further underscored by sold-out events like the FLiP & Sip Reception, drawing in more than 1,000 attendees and the Women in Plastics Breakfast, which attracted almost 600 attendees

“Witnessing the entire plastics industry reunite at NPE2024 was truly inspiring,” said Matt Seaholm, PLASTICS’ president and CEO. “We were thrilled to welcome familiar attendees, visitors from all over the globe and the next generation of plastics professionals. We cannot wait to see the incredible innovations and collaborations that will emerge from everyone who attended and are proud to say that we produced a historic, can’t-miss event in the plastics industry.”

To get a recap of NPE2024, visit npe.org/npetv for daily episodes of the innovations on the show floor. The NPE team looks forward to the next show happening May 3-7, 2027, in Orlando, FL. For updates on NPE2027, visit NPE.org.

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) 

Universal Fibers® Will Exhibit At Domotex Asia With New Additions To Their Product Line-Up

TAICANG, China — May 14, 2024 — Universal Fibers is excited to welcome back global customers and industry partners to its Domotex Asia/Chinafloor exhibit space for this year’s show.

Universal Fibers is thrilled to be exhibiting at Domotex Asia/Chinafloor, highlighting their revolutionary carbon-negative product, Thrive® matter. The company’s showcase at the event will spotlight not only its latest product innovations but will also highlight its commitment to fostering positive impacts and partnerships within the industry.

Universal Fibers has long been recognized as a leader in innovative, sustainable fiber solutions, and its latest achievement with Thrive matter represents a significant leap forward in environmental stewardship. With substantial impacts in carbon reduction, Universal Fibers is setting new standards for sustainable product manufacturing in the flooring industry.

“Our participation in this year’s Chinafloor show holds special significance as we unveil Thrive matter,” said Roger Seow, vice president of International Sales at Universal Fibers. “We are excited to visit with our partners and the public to showcase the strides we’ve made in new innovations. As well as connecting with the A&D community, these shows allow us to survey our audience and benchmark our progress on new innovations.”

Visitors to the Universal Fibers booth can look forward to an interactive experience that illustrates the company’s commitment to collaboration. From informative displays on their carbon-negative product innovations to a celebration of the positive impacts of their initiatives, attendees will be actively involved in learning firsthand about Universal Fibers’ dedication to environmental responsibility.

“We believe in the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change,” added Neal Shi, marketing manager for Universal Fibers China. “Our exhibit at Chinafloor will demonstrate the capabilities of our latest products and underscore the importance of working together towards our next innovation.”

Be sure to visit our exhibit at Domotex Asia, Tuesday, May 28- Thursday, May 30, in booth 6.1A20. For more information about Universal Fibers and their participation in the Chinafloor Show, please visit www.universalfibers.com/contact-us

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: Universal Fibers, Inc.

Heberlein Technology AG, Supplier Of Air Interlacing And Air Texturing Jets, On Display At ITM 2024

WATTWIL, Switzerland — May 14, 2024 — Unique technology for creating advanced technical textiles with exquisite characteristics will be featured at the upcoming ITM in Turkey. Heberlein, supplier of air interlacing and air texturing jets, plans to amaze visitors to the event with critical components — such as the latest PolyJet-TG-3 — that can influence both yarn properties and processes.

Advances in high-performance yarns have produced versatile alternatives to traditional raw materials in a number of industries and applications. Customized filament yarns now meet specific needs in diverse sectors, such as automotive, aviation, maritime, medical, and construction. And the Swiss-made key components from Heberlein are at the forefront of these developments, bringing optimum new technology to the core of filament yarn innovation.

PolyJet-TG-3 – new generation of spinning jet

For producers of demanding technical yarns, magnification of the yarn evenness with a PolyJet-TG-3-HP405A/WO70 (TopAir) looks stunning. The new generation of jets impresses with an unmatched even and uniform interlacing density as well as with strong, reliable knots for high tenacity yarn (HT and HMLS). Heberlein’s latest PolyJet-TG-3 achieves more than 12 knots per meter with 1100f98dtex and 1670f98dtex. Yarn parameters of tensile strength, elongation, and elasticity show smaller variations, for ultimate quality benefits, as well as improved unwinding behaviour of the bobbins.

Typical Heberlein benefits come with all these components. High-performance air interlacing jets for technical yarns offer a unique quick-release system, so jet packs can be exchanged within seconds, with just a single 180° turn. They also feature a compact, space-saving design and a roll bar to protect the ceramic surfaces.

TexJet-ATY – exploit the full market potential of ATY

TexJet-ATY

TexJet-ATY is the innovative air-jet providing options for a wide variety of yarns and optimization possibilities for ATY production. The latest series meets the needs of virtually every ATY producer: the air-jet’s unrivaled compact design can produce an impressive range of volumes, covering capacities, overfeeds, texturing and compactness — and is also applicable for PP yarns. Polypropylene yarns, used for instance for carpet backing, can be processed in application ranges from 150 dtex up to 3,000 dtex with maximum 30 percent overfeed. It delivers a higher output of first-grade yarn. In the production of very fine to coarse textured yarns made of polyester, polyamide, and polypropylene, improvements are visible to the naked eye. Yarns are regularly formed with evenly-distributed loops.

AirSplicer-3 Flex for high-strength technical fibers

AirSplicer-3 Flex

Yarn splicers produce a tear-resistant, homogeneous splice of material without knots. All they need is compressed air. Heberlein’s AirSplicers produce first-class splices for a wide range of applications for technical fibers where extreme strength characteristics are needed.

Synthetic multifilament yarns, aramid, carbon, or glass can all be spliced with AirSplicer-3 Flex. The range covers from 500dtex up to 30,000dtex depending on the material. This flexibility results from its innovative width-adjustable design and is ideal for technical and textile multifilament yarns. In one single device, the new splicer replaces two former units, namely AirSplicer 40-2 and 70-2.

Heberlein looks forward to meeting visitors at ITM 2024 in Istanbul in hall 7 at booth 708A, where any questions about jets and splicers are welcome. Heberlein experts will be especially keen to explain the benefits of the unmatched yarn evenness achieved by the new generation of spinning jets.

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: Heberlein Technology AG

NCTO Issues Statement On Biden Administration’s Section 301 Tariff Report, Maintaining Penalty Tariffs On Finished Textiles And Apparel Imports

WASHINGTON, DC — May 14, 2024 — National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued a statement today regarding the Biden administration’s announcement on the U.S. Trade Representative Office’s four-year statutory review of Section 301 tariffs.

As part of the USTR’s final report, the administration will maintain penalty tariffs on finished textiles and apparel imports from China and increase tariffs on certain imports of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Statement by NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas

Kim Glas

“It was critical that the administration maintain penalties duties on finished textiles and apparel imports from China and increase tariffs on certain imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), and that was an appropriate and foundational decision. However, we believe an opportunity was missed to address China’s continued dominance in the U.S. textile market and to counter the devastating impact of its predatory and illegal trade practices on domestic textile manufacturers and workers.

“Given rapidly deteriorating market conditions, we ask the administration to help level the playing field to further increase tariffs on finished textile and apparel and certain inputs, as the industry is facing severe economic headwinds due to China’s dumping of products on our market that are flooding the world stage and displacing critical U.S. investments.

“The domestic textile and apparel industry is an integral part of the military and public health industrial base, and a key supplier of critical PPE items that are essential to our national health security. Regrettably, China’s unchecked foreign predatory trade practices coupled with a lack of customs enforcement and misguided trade policy proposals have created an unstable market dynamic that is threatening the future of domestic textile manufacturing.

“The flood of under-valued, subsidized and illegal imports from China is undercutting the competitiveness of domestic textile manufacturers, 17 of which have closed in the past several months – including three announcements over the last few days.  Furthermore, we need the administration and Congress to immediately close the de minimis loophole that is further undermining all trade enforcement efforts and astonishingly rewarding the Chinese with duty free access to the U.S. market regardless of 301 tariffs.

“While the Section 301 tariffs on finished textile and apparel imports help to partially counter China’s unfair trade advantages, subsidized Chinese textile and apparel inputs, including those made from slave labor in Xinjiang where 20 percent of global cotton is produced and where man-made fibers like rayon have been tied to forced labor, continue to undermine this vital industry.

“Furthermore, China has been dropping its prices since the tariffs took effect to convince sourcing agents to stay loyal despite the risks. According to U.S. import data, the dollar value per square meter equivalent of textiles and apparel from China fell an astounding 34 percent over from $1.21 per SME in 2018 to $0.80 for the most recent 12-month period ending March 2024.

“According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, China has increased its textile and apparel shipments to the U.S. by a stunning 20.5% during the first quarter of 2024. Over the same period, our most critical coproduction partners in the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and Dominican Republic-Central America- Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) regions are down 45.2% and 4.6% respectively. The Western Hemisphere is down an incredible 31.9% so far this year.

“The message is clear: China continues to take Western Hemisphere market share as they flood the world stage directly and indirectly, with subsidized and often illegal exports of textile and apparel products.

“We commend the administration for substantially increasing tariffs on certain Chinese imports, including electric vehicles, solar products and batteries, as part of their review. This moment calls for an increase in tariffs on finished textile and apparel imports. We recognize there are many sectors suffering at the hands of China’s illegal and predatory activity, and the substantial increase in penalty tariffs on these imports by the administration was warranted—just as they are in the U.S. textile sector.

“To have maximum and meaningful impact for the vital American textile industry, the administration must consider dramatically increasing tariffs on finished textile and apparel imports from China, similar to the levels announced in certain sectors today.  Ramping up tariffs on finished textile and apparel imports would help equal the playing field and restore this industry’s competitiveness and address China’s predatory behavior destroying critical jobs in this strategic industry that supplies lifesaving products for our U.S. military and our PPE industrial base.”

Posted: May 14, 2024

Source: The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)

Patrick Clysdale Joins Direct Sales Team At Herculite Products

EMIGSVILLE, Pa. — May 13, 2024 — Herculite Products is pleased to announce that Patrick Clysdale has been hired as the Southeastern Regional manager for the Direct Sales Team. Herculite is excited to expand its sales team to support and continue the strong growth of the southeastern market.

Patrick Clysdale

Clysdale will manage our Direct Sales team’s southeastern region, which includes automotive, custom-engineered solutions, healthcare, agriculture, and tent and structure customers. Herculite strives to be the most responsive, supportive, and educated sales force in the industry, and Clysdale’s addition to our team will help us continue to achieve that goal.

Clysdale comes to Herculite with nearly 10 years of experience in B2C sales support and more than four years in B2B distribution. Clysdale was a collegiate baseball player and brings a strong history of teamwork and competitive skills to the Herculite Direct Sales Team. Clysdale lives in Florida and enjoys spending quality time with family, including his 10-month-old daughter. 

Posted: May 13, 2024

Source: Herculite Products Inc.

Beaulieu International Group Unveils Brand-New Experience Center At Flanders Flooring Days

WIELSBEKE, Belgium — May 13, 2024 — The third edition of Flanders Flooring Days (FFD) has officially kicked off! This four-day event — to be held May 13-16 — is a collaborative initiative among Flemish flooring companies opening their doors to customers or prospects worldwide. Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) has been involved since the very beginning of the concept and is indispensable yet again. Moreover, this year, Beaulieu is presenting a unique experience by seizing Flanders Flooring Days as an opportunity to unveil their state-of-the-art Experience Center to the public for the first time.

Ultimate experience

During the Flanders Flooring Days, everyone is invited to discover the wide range of solutions offered by Beaulieu, all under one roof. Whether it’s cushion vinyl, hard flooring, event carpets, or artificial grass, each option can be explored in a unique way. And the offerings don’t stop there. Beaulieu also presents its Engineered Solutions such as Fibres and Technical Textiles, as well as its Upholstery activities, and Beaulieu Polymers, will also shine in the Experience Center. “At this Center, visitors will have the opportunity to touch, discover, and experience all our solutions. The aim is for visitors to leave here with even more ideas than they came in with,” said Matthias Blomme, Group Marketing Manager at Beaulieu.

Tangible solutions combined with digital impressions

Each solution offered by Beaulieu is housed in a dedicated corner, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in that specific application. However, the Experience Center is structured in such a way that visitors can seamlessly stroll from one solution to another, enabling them to discover that combining multiple solutions can lead to even more inventive and creative projects. “We’ve opted for tangible solutions combined with digital experiences and impressions,” continues Matthias Blomme. “For example, you can test and experience our Act Sports sports turf in our 180° sportsbox, but also explore our sustainable landscaping grass solutions. Or you can unleash your creativity within our immersive box, where you can instantly visualize your designs on digitally printed cushion vinyl flooring of Beauflor. Furthermore, you’ll be able to fully grasp the sustainability narrative of our event carpet Rewind® and discover that BerryAlloc offers much more than just an impressive range of unique and innovative solutions in laminate, parquet, high-pressure flooring, strong wood floors, and vinyl planks & tiles in fantastic designs. The corner dedicated for BerryAlloc goes beyond product offerings. With tools as Myfloorstyle, a new content platform that answers all questions about flooring and interior design, and Harmony Lab, an innovative interior design concept created in collaboration with renowned color experts, we show everyone the full picture!”

Sustainability across all solutions

With the purpose of Beaulieu being Shaping sustainable living together, it’s not surprising that sustainability takes center stage in this Experience Center and during these Flanders Flooring Days. Beaulieu aims to build a better future by reducing our environmental footprint, caring for our people and communities, and conducting business in a transparent, ethical manner. And this commitment is evident in everything we do.

In the landscaping artificial grass section, there’s a strong focus on eco-backings, which improves recyclability by utilizing yarns and backing from the same polyolefin material family. These solutions require up to 50-percent less backing material while maximizing stability and durability, shown in products like Iska Eco, Forestland Eco, Wildflower Eco, Mystique Eco, and Elite Eco.

Meanwhile, Beauflor introduces the Twilight collection: our cushion vinyl rolls with a 40-percent lower carbon footprint compared to our conventional heterogeneous CV flooring for residential applications. It sets a new standard for our industry.

And by utilizing Rewind at events or exhibitions, you’re opting for the most sustainable flooring solution available; no water usage, latex-free, and eliminating excessive energy consumption. It’s also 100 percent recyclable and flawlessly transforms into pure mono-recyclate, ready for a new life.

And let’s not forget about our Fibres with their Sustainable Fibres Program and Technical Textiles, whose products are a benchmark in various markets. They provide solutions with proven sustainability-enhancing benefits in agrotextiles, geotextiles, backings, and industrial fabrics.

Creative and sustainable hub

The sustainability ambitions of Beaulieu are also reflected in the construction of the building itself. Thanks to geothermal technology for both cooling and heating, with 60 boreholes each approximately 90 meters deep, an exceptionally low ecological footprint is ensured, perfectly aligning with Beaulieu’s sustainability goals set for 2030. With a total of 3.700 square meters, of which 1.600 square meters are exclusively reserved for the Experience Center, it’s hard not to be captivated by this impressive architectural structure. This creative hub is not only a unique experience for visitors, but also all employees can fully enjoy the benefits of this brand-new space. At the heart of the building lies the “Place Beaulieu”, a versatile space where everyone can meet, co-create, innovate and work together.

Posted: May 13, 2024

Source: Beaulieu International Group

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