Eurolaser Opens New Facility In Poland

LÜNEBERG, Germany — April 1, 2015 — The demand for high-tech CO2 laser systems for large-format cutting is growing worldwide. In particular countries with a large manufacturing industry are always on the look-out for new manufacturing technologies. In line with this trend eurolaser continues to extend its bases of competence in other European countries. In April 2015, it opened a new branch office in Poland.

Mariusz Deptuch, Manager of eurolaser Poland, said: ‘We are looking forward to being able to offer competent and personal consultation on the Polish market as of now in the local language. Proximity to the customer is a key factor, in particular where industrial products in need of explanation are concerned. So the establishment of eurolaser Poland is an important step towards acquainting the manufacturing industry in Poland with the many benefits laser technology has to offer. Thanks to our competent team we are in a position to ensure both market-orientated and individual consultation before a purchase as well as a technical customer service after a purchase. Our on-the-spot location enables us to respond quickly. The customer also benefits from short distances and saves on travel expenses.’

eurolaser Poland expands the international presence of the German premium manufacturer of laser systems. The CO2 laser systems are used primarily for the processing of acrylics, plastic films, technical textiles and wood.

Posted April 7, 2015

Source: Eurolaser
 

Messe Frankfurt And Milano Unica Extend Their Cooperation In New York

FRANKFURT — April 1, 2015 — Messe Frankfurt, market leader for the planning and organization of textile fairs worldwide, and Milano Unica, organisers of the trade fair of the same name in Milan, extend their collaborative activities. The collaboration, which began in 2012, is further strengthened by the presence of Milano Unica in the Javits Convention Center during the NYC Textile Week in July 2015. This means that there will be a greater concentration of apparel fabrics on show from manufacturers and brands in the premium and luxury segment. The intention is to strengthen the presence of Italian fabrics in America, one of the most important markets in the world.
 
“Milano Unica exhibits premium and luxury fabrics in Milan twice yearly and is the world’s leading trade fair for the luxury segment. As a result of the collaboration with Messe Frankfurt’s Intertextile Apparel Fabrics, we will be able to introduce and promote valuable Italian fabrics and accessories to the market and, at the same time, bring with them the unique image of style, culture and design,” says Silvio Albini, President of Milano Unica. “It was already clear to us, back in 2012, that this is just the beginning of our successful cooperation with Messe Frankfurt. Our new commitment during the NYC Textile Week means that we will be bringing the image and the atmosphere of Milano Unica and the Italian excellence in textile to New York, too.”
 
Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt explains: “Our partnership with Milano Unica represents a great success for the sector. The strategic alliance within the context of Intertextile in Shanghai has absolutely proved its worth and, by extending our collaboration to New York, we offer the textile industry an even larger portfolio of outstanding events. Like our Texworld USA, first established in 2004, and Apparel Sourcing, Milano Unica will also be held in the Javits Convention Center. As already experienced in Shanghai, the Milano Unica New York exhibition will take place in a separate and exclusive pavilion with entrance on invitation.”
 
The next NYC Textile Week begins in July 2015. Besides Texworld USA, other trade fairs that will be participating include, inter alia, Kingpins and MRket.
 
As well as the joint venture in the USA, Messe Frankfurt and Milano Unica are also firming up their collaboration in China. The partners have signed the cooperation agreement, extending it for another two years, during Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, which was held from 18 to 20 March 2015. “We are very satisfied with what we have developed together with Messe Frankfurt. The Chinese market is very important to us. In our exclusive pavilion, we have concentrated the best of the Italian textile industry which are interested in the penetration of this market,” adds Mr Albini. As a result, Milano Unica has continued to be represented with a pavilion in the SalonEurope premium zone during the world’s largest trade fair for apparel fabrics.
 
Posted April 7, 2015

Source: Messe Frankfurt
 

French Start-up Company Sizzy Captures Body Measurements With 3-D Body Scanners By Human Solutions

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — April 1, 2015 — More satisfied customers for online and mail order purchases and fewer returns – that’s what French start-up company Sizzy is aiming to achieve in its stores with the Human Solutions GmbH 3D body scanners, which capture customers’ individual body measurements in private scanning cabins.

March this year saw Sizzy open its first “Sizzy Center” in Paris and this store will be followed by six new French sites in Pronuptia stores within the next two months and around 20 other in 2016. In a second step, Sizzy would like to develop the concept in Europe and USA. The road to the right size & fit is simple and customer-friendly: in the Sizzy Center, the customer undresses in a private dressing room. He then triggers the scanning process himself – discreetly and easily without any staff help. He gets dressed again and just a few minutes later a member of the store staff gives him a card with his body measurements. Sizzy’s objective is to make choosing the right garment size easy for every customer when he or she wants to shop online or buy from a mail order company.

Sizzy chose the DITUS MC 3D body scanner and the foot scanner FOOTin 3D by the Human Solutions GmbH for its stores, which are operated in France by its partner company Neatek. “For Sizzy, the key factor was ease of use, because this would enable customers to take their own measurements – and the body scanner’s compact design and simple setup also convinced Sizzy”, says Dr. Helga Gäbel, of the 3D Body Scanner Sales Division at Human Solutions. “We are delighted with our excellent cooperation – and we wish Sizzy all the best!”

Posted April 7, 2015

Source: Human Solutions
 

Picanol Marks Production Milestone With 20,000th OptiMax Weaving Machine

YPRES, Belgium — April 2, 2015 – Picanol reached an impressive milestone this week when the 20,000th OptiMax rapier weaving machine rolled off the production line at its plant in Ypres, Belgium. The first OptiMax was produced in Ypres in 2007. The OptiMax is the most advanced and fastest rapier weaving machine on the market today with speeds of up to 700 picks per minute. The 20,000th OptiMax will be shipped this week to the company Sister Denim Composite Ltd. from Bangladesh.
 
The OptiMax offers the ideal combination of considerable versatility and highly productive weaving and features components that are designed for higher operating speeds and optimum productivity. The OptiMax was given a boost in 2011 when Picanol also presented a positive gripper version to complete the offerings of its rapier platform. Whilst it is available in all widths (up to 540 cm), in particular it opened new perspectives in technical segments such as coating fabrics, primary and secondary carpet backing and geogrids.
 
 “Our OptiMax represents the benchmark of the rapier industry. Thanks to its modular and future-oriented design, it can be adapted to a wide range of conditions, which means that it provides weavers with a great deal of flexibility in reacting to changes in market requirements. With speeds of up to 700 picks per minute, this is the fastest industrial rapier weaving machine in the world and it has an installed base at more than 800 customers in over 50 countries” explained Johan Verstraete, Vice-President Marketing, Sales & Services at Picanol. “We have every reason to be proud of the fact that we have produced our successful OptiMax model 20,000 times. Achieving this milestone demonstrates our ability to produce best-in-class, dedicated weaving machines for the world’s most reputable textile manufacturers. This is further proof of the confidence that our customers have in the Picanol brand, its quality and its rapier technology” This important production milestone was celebrated with all of the Picanol employees in the assembly department in Ypres.

Posted April 6, 2015

Source: Picanol
 

Performance Fibers Completes Sale Of Asia Operations; Changes Name To DuraFiber Technologies

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., April 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Performance Fibers, one of the world’s leading producers of industrial polyester fibers and fabrics, today announced that it has completed the sale of its Asia operations to Indorama Ventures PCL, and has changed its name to DuraFiber Technologies, Inc.

The sale of the Asia operations and name change are the culmination of strategic transformation that has included footprint rationalization in North America, modernization of equipment in both North America and Europe, and process improvements in product quality. 

“This sale has enhanced our consolidation of resources to focus on our core business, further strengthened our financial position, and, most importantly, will accelerate our modernization, quality, and innovation” said Frank Papa, Chief Executive Officer of DuraFiber Technologies. “With such impressive improvements across the company, the name change to DuraFiber Technologies communicates to our customers, suppliers, and investors that we have made a significant transformation in our business and are moving forward with a renewed commitment to Operational Excellence.”

The sale and name change will have no operational impact on the Americas and Europe business, which will continue to operate as one entity under the DuraFiber Technologies name. Indorama Ventures has retained the rights to the Performance Fibers name.

Posted April 2, 2015

Source: DuraFiber Technologies
 

Borregaard Lignotech Takes Over Direct Sales To The Textile Dye Industry

SARPSBORG, Norway — April 1, 2015 — Borregaard LignoTech announces effective immediately it will be responsible for the direct sale of their lignosulfonate based dispersants to the textile dye industry.  Borregaard LignoTech takes over this responsibility following the expiration of their distribution agreement with MeadWestvaco for the sale of these products.  Borregaard LignoTech’s dyestuff dispersants are marketed globally under the trade names; Borresperse, Dynasperse, Ultrazine, Ufoxane and Vanisperse.  These products have been recognized for their excellent performance and value in textile dye applications for over 30 years.
 
Borregaard LignoTech’s return to the textile dye industry is consistent with the strategic direction of its parent company, Borregaard AS. Since 2005 Borregaard LignoTech has made significant investments to develop new, innovative product technology with a focus on creating enhanced value for its customers.  The company is excited to demonstrate their commitment to the textile dye industry and the value they can bring to the important dye manufacturers active in this industry.

Posted April 1, 2015

Source: Borregaard LignoTech
 

The Rupp Report: Techtextil Preview – Freudenberg

In 1849, the tannery Heintze & Freudenberg — founded by Heinrich Christian Heintze and Carl Johann Freudenberg — opened with 50 employees in Weinheim, Germany. Almost 100 years later, in 1938, Dr. Carl Ludwig Nottebohm developed the first nonwovens to produce artificial leather. After World War II, Dr. Nottebohm developed Vlieseline interlinings, which became an immediate success. The rest is history. From its origins as a small tannery, the Freudenberg Group has become a global leader not only in nonwovens, but in many other industry sectors. In 2013, sales reached 6623 million euros with a global workforce of 39,897 people. Today five business areas are the cornerstones:
 

  • Seals & vibration control technology
  • Nonwovens & Filtration with its (former) divisions Freudenberg Nonwovens, Freudenberg Politex Nonwovens, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies.
  • Household products.
  • Freudenberg Performance Materials
  • Specialties & Others.

 
Freudenberg Performance Materials
The Freudenberg Group is a loyal exhibitor at Techtextil. Freudenberg recently formed a new business unit known as Freudenberg Performance Materials. Under the motto “Innovative, Global, Sustainable” the newly formed business group will showcase its performance and presents innovative solutions at Techtextil. The show represents the first public appearance of Freudenberg Performance Materials, which officially opened January 1, 2015. It was formed by merging Freudenberg Nonwovens with Freudenberg Politex Nonwovens.
 
The business unit reports it is “a leading global supplier of innovative performance materials offering differentiated value propositions to a broad range of markets and applications such as Automotive Interiors, Apparel, Building Materials, Hygiene, Medical, Shoe Components and Specialties.” The business unit generates sales of more than 900 million euros, and has more than 20 manufacturing sites in 14 countries and employs more than 3,800 associates.
 
Seals & Vibration Control Technology
Bruce Olson, president and CEO, Freudenberg Performance Materials, said: “The name Freudenberg Performance Materials is consistent with our most important mandate: We are constantly looking for innovative and differentiated ways to meet the needs of our customers. Having acted as two successful companies on a global stage in the past, we have now consolidated our future-orientated portfolio and our know-how in the development of innovative nonwovens and high technology applications for the market.”
 
Exhibits
At Techtextil, the company presents new solutions in the area of advanced wound care, batteries and fuel cell components, interlinings, sound absorption and technical packaging.
 
Advanced Wound Care
With more than 30 years of experience in the medical sector, Freudenberg Performance Materials presents a comprehensive portfolio for advanced wound care, now complemented by hydrophilic foam solutions. The latest products from the nonwovens specialist absorb wound exudates, which creates an ideal environment for wound healing. The products are said to protect the wound from drying out, from cooling and ensure an unhindered exchange of gases and water vapor, thereby accelerating the wound healing process.
 
Roofing Material
Among other innovative solutions, the company will exhibit the roofing product “Terbond,” which is a polyester fiber nonwoven manufactured using spunbond technology. Terbond mainly is applied as reinforcement for bituminous roofing membranes in commercial buildings. This solution is available in various weights and is said to be capable of meeting a wide range of technical requirements.
 
Acoustics Nonwovens In Cars
“SoundTex M” is mentioned as one of the highlights at the company’s booth. The nonwoven product is based on an innovative microfilament technology from Freudenberg. The adjustable flow resistance claims to offer excellent sound absorption, particularly in the frequency range from 600 to 6,000 Hertz. The product also is characterized by its ease of processing for shaping, cutting and bonding. Thanks to its outstanding strength and weight ratio, the product is said to offer significant potential for reducing the weight of components.
 
Printed Interlinings
As the inventor of interlinings, the company underlines its approach of its global technical and creative leadership in interlining with new printed interlinings. The company offers special interlinings that can be printed with a customized design and laminated to the outer fabric. A service is offered for lamination where additional features can be added, such as water-repellent characteristics. The interlinings available for this process have been selected with care to achieve an optimum result in terms of handle and brilliancy of colors. Ideally, these materials can be used for unlined jackets and coats as well as trousers and skirts.
 
Evolon
Besides receiving information on these innovative solutions, visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the products of the newly formed business unit at its booth, which is partly built from “Evolon,” the eco-friendly unique printing media for advertising and decoration. The latest development is also visible at the exhibition: 3-D structured lightweight microfilament wipes offering the best cleaning performance of the category for a multitude of dry or wet usages in demanding industrial cleaning.
 
Freudenberg Performance Materials will be located in Hall 3, Booth F37.
 
Have Your Say
The Rupp Report still invites companies to send in their previews for Techtextil to jrupp@textilworld.com.
 
March 31, 2015

IAF Signs MoU With Hong Kong General Chamber Of Textiles

ZEIST, The Netherlands — March 27, 2015 — The International Apparel Federation (IAF) has signed an MoU with the Hong Kong General Chamber of Textiles (HKGCOT). The aim is to exchange knowledge on innovation, apparel markets and international business opportunities. Rahul Mehta, president of IAF, and dr. Gordon Yen, chairman of HKGCOT, signed the agreement on March 23rd in Hong Kong.

The MoU will give the IAF an important connection in the vibrant fashion industry of Hong Kong. It helps to further the IAF’s aim to build bridges across continents by attracting fashion entrepreneurs from Hong Kong to IAF’s international Conventions and vice versa, to bring information and connections from across the world to Hong Kong.

The collaboration with IAF is a step further in Hong Kong’s goal to globalize local designer brands and to create opportunities for young promising designers to get international exposure. Last year HKGCOT signed an MoU with IAF member American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA). In collaborating, HKGCOT can strengthen their knowledge on overseas markets by using IAF’s network which reaches over 50 countries and the biggest apparel markets.

Hong Kong is a hub for international fashion industry, especially in the areas of design, sourcing and education. Large fashion shows and exhibitions are held regularly in Hong Kong each year which attract businesses around the world.

Posted March 31, 2015

Source: IAF
 

OEKO-TEX® Company Of The Month March 2015: PT. Idaman Eramandiri

ZURICH Switzerland — March 18, 2015 — The core business of the company PT. Idaman Eramandiri, founded in 1990 and located in West Java in Indonesia, is the manufacturing of high quality and efficient yarns. As an integrated manufacturer, whose production steps range from twisting to dyeing, bonding, finishing, spooling and packaging, the business supplies not only numerous Indonesian customers but also renowned brand suppliers in the United States, Europe, and Japan. The trademark of Idaman Eramandiri is the highest level of customer satisfaction based on long term, reliable supply relationships, creative services and innovative product characteristics. In addition, the company has a high level of corporate responsibility in relation to the environment and its 217 highly qualified employees. Since 2007, the entire range of products provided by the company has fulfilled the requirements for human-ecological safe textiles in accordance with OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. In December 2014, PT. Idaman Eramandiri was also the first textile company in Indonesia awarded with STeP certification for environmentally friendly and socially responsible production facilities.

True to the maxim “Your satisfaction is our priority”, Idaman manufactures a broad range of yarn and embroidery thread out of polyester, viscose and polyamide (nylon) in its just over 5600 square meter large facility in Bandung. The annual output is around 1.2 million kilograms. The dyed and finished yarns are used, for example, in the automotive, footwear, and clothing industry as well as during the manufacturing of bags, gloves or camping equipment and the production of mattresses and upholstery. Due to the exclusive use of high quality raw materials, dyes and other materials as well as a quality management implemented for many years in accordance with ISO 9001, Idaman Eramandiri is able to offer a constantly high level of testing, even for specialist customer specifications. The company further distinguishes itself through high efficiency with low levels production waste.

Furthermore, another core feature of Idaman Eramandiri’s company philosophy is its conviction to ideally compete internationally through sustainable economics. “As only limited resources are available globally, where possible our main goal is aimed at long term added value.” explains Managing Director Hendra Indrawirawan. “For us sustainability means that we build as close a partnership as possible with our suppliers and customers, which is based on ethical principles and business practices. To be able to implement this on a day to day basis, we need well educated employees that completely identify with our company and have a good working environment. Furthermore, efficient technologies and manufacturing procedures, which not only ensure high production capacity but also help to make our environmental impact as low as possible, are imperative.”

In order to on the one hand communicate and on the other hand to constantly improve on what the company has already achieved in environmental protection, occupational health and safety and health protection, PT. Idaman Eramandiri has successfully been independently certified according to ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001. “The comprehensive approach of STeP by OEKO-TEX® is what made us still want to be certified according to this additional tool” says Hendra Indrawirawan. “With SteP we can analyse and manage all relevant company areas with only one certification.” The implementation of the criteria required by STeP at PT. Idaman Eramandiri has been certified as exemplary by OEKO-TEX® auditors at the Swiss Textile Testing Institute TESTEX AG. The Indonesian company received, for example, an especially good scoring in the “Chemicals Management” module not merely thanks to modern harmful substances monitoring. By recycling waste water, the company also drastically reduced fresh water consumption and in the future will use natural gas (CNG) instead of coal to generate energy. Regular health checks for employees and strict compliance with all necessary measures for occupational health and safety support the no accident strategy of the company management as well. In their own words, PT Idaman Eramandiri can communicate its sustainable business model in the best way to its customers through STeP certification and profits as their processes are improved, for example by reducing costs for primary energy resources, fresh water, raw materials and waste disposal.

Posted March 31, 2015

Source: Oeko-Tex
 

Ethiopia Joins Sustainable Cotton Initiative: Cotton Made In Africa Reaches Over 5 Million People In Sub-Saharan Africa

ADDIS ABABA, Africa/ HAMBURG, Germany — March 25, 2015 — Following successful verification in accordance with the Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) sustainability standard, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) will now be involved in sustainable cotton farming in North-Western Ethiopia, supporting over 9,000 smallholder farmers. The Foundation cooperates locally with the Ethiopian Cotton Producers, Exporters and Ginners Association (ECPGEA). As a result, the initiative now reaches over 5 million people in Africa.

“With the addition of Ethiopia, there are now round about 650,000 smallholder farmers growing cotton according to the CmiA sustainability standards. With their family members included, this totals over 5.5 million people in 10 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Our standard is specifically aimed at smallholder farmers in our project countries who only have a small plot of land and who are most in need of support. In order to protect the environment and vital resources, the exploitation of primary forests is forbidden, as is encroachment into established protected areas, the use of genetically modified seeds, and artificial irrigation,” said Christoph Kaut, Managing Director of the Foundation. Last year, over 150,000 tonnes of cotton were produced in accordance with the CmiA standard. As a result of the latest successful verifications in Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania and Cameroon, the quantity of CmiA-verified cotton produced will rise again significantly in 2015. With the CmiA standard, the Foundation is campaigning for social justice for cotton farmers and workers in the ginning factories, healthy living conditions, and the protection of the environment. As well as benefitting from agricultural and business training, the CmiA partnership also means that smallholder farmers can rely on fair contracts with the cotton companies and reliable payment for their crops.

Cotton Made In Africa
Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) is an initiative of the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF), which promotes aid by trade in order to improve the living conditions of cotton farmers and their families in Sub-Saharan Africa. To date, smallholder farmers from Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Ghana, Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Ethiopia are partnering with CmiA. The initiative offers cotton farmers training in modern, efficient and environmentally-friendly cultivation methods which allow them to improve the quality of their cotton, increase their crop yield and thereby generate better income.

Posted March 31, 2015

Source: Aid By Trade Foundation
 

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