W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — February 23, 2011 — ASTM International has been selected to provide
certification for the U.S. Department of Agriculture biobased labeling program, a voluntary
initiative to identify biobased products and to promote their sale among consumers seeking to
purchase goods using renewable resources. 

As the selected provider, ASTM International will manage the Certification Program for
Biobased Products, which will determine the product and package biobased content for manufacturers
and vendors that choose to participate. The products will be tested by an outside accredited
laboratory according to ASTM standard D6866, Test Methods for Determining the Biobased Content of
Solid, Liquid and Gaseous Samples Using Radiocarbon Analysis.

Kenneth Pearson, ASTM International senior vice president who oversees certification
programs, notes the benefits of ASTM’s involvement, “ASTM’s role in the biobased labeling program
puts our strengths to work on behalf of manufacturers who want to demonstrate their commitment to
renewable resources, the labs that will provide the testing and the consumers interested in buying
such goods.” 

ASTM standard D6866, which is the responsibility of ASTM Committee D20 on Plastics, can be
used for products containing carbon-based components that can be combusted in the presence of
oxygen to produce carbon dioxide gas. According to the USDA, tested biobased products with the
appropriate content from renewable sources should reduce petroleum consumption, reduce adverse
environmental and health impacts, and improve economic development by creating new jobs and
providing new markets.

In 2002, USDA launched the BioPreferred program to identify biobased products, those with
renewable plant, animal, marine or forestry materials as their main ingredients. The Biobased
Labeling initiative, launched in February 2011, demonstrates that an individual product has been
tested and certified to have the minimum biobased content determined for a particular USDA
identified product category or be at least 25 percent biobased for those products where a product
category has not yet been established. According to USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen A. Merrigan,
“With a plethora of labeling claims in the marketplace, consumers want to know that what they are
investing their dollars in is meaningful, that it is backed by some sort of certification. ASTM,
working with USDA, will provide that certification.”

To begin the process to have a product or packaging certified for the biobased program, go to
www.biopreferred.gov. Once accepted into the program,
manufacturers will be directed to the ASTM Certification Program for Biobased Products at
www.astm.org/certification.

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: ASTM International

Wakefield, Mass.-based Agion Technologies Inc. — a provider of antimicrobial and odor-control
technologies for textile, medical and industrial applications — has been acquired by Sciessent LLC,
a startup established and headed by Agion’s senior management team. Sciessent has acquired Agion’s
intellectual property assets, including the company’s portfolio of national and international
patents and patent-pending applications, as well as its proprietary expertise pertaining to
anti-odor agents including Agion® silver-based antimicrobial technology and Agion Active™
dual-action anti-odor technology.

“With this acquisition, Sciessent assumes Agion Technologies’ role as a global leader in
providing sustainable technologies that benefit and enhance people’s lives through medical devices,
potable water and textile applications,” said Paul Ford, CEO, Sciessent.  “In addition to the
established brands Agion and Agion Active, we are committed to innovation and expanded application
of existing solutions and integration of other complementary technologies. More importantly,
building upon the strengths and expertise of our leadership and technological teams, we are also
committed to the discovery, development and implementation of next generation environmentally
responsible technologies.”

Sciessent expects the transition will not affect Agion’s customers.

March 1, 2011

MIAMI — February 22, 2011 — NGC Software today announced that Land ‘N Sea, a private-label women
and children’s apparel manufacturer, has selected NGC’s PLM and Global Sourcing software. NGC will
help Land ‘N Sea respond even faster to fashion trends, improve collaboration and efficiency
throughout the product development and production process, and deliver extraordinary service to
retailers, such as Walmart, J.C. Penney, T.J.Maxx and Kmart.

NGC’s end-to-end solution for PLM and Global Sourcing goes far beyond the scope of standalone
PLM solutions, encompassing every facet of the design and production process, including: Line
Planning and Tech Pack Management; Material and Component Development; Artwork and Sample
Management; Product Costing and Sourcing; Production and Logistics Management; Quality; and Product
Testing and Compliance. Comprehensive, easy-to-use workflow calendars, alerts and exception
management will help Land ‘N Sea improve productivity and efficiency, which will reduce lead times,
improve speed to market and increase full-price sales and profitability.

NGC’s software also includes raw materials management, which will allow Land ‘N Sea to
closely manage the purchase and usage of all raw material inventories located around the world.
With NGC’s raw materials management capabilities, Land ‘N Sea will be able to instantly access
detailed information on raw materials in all locations worldwide at all times – a key to improving
efficiency and controlling costs.

“NGC’s PLM and Global Sourcing software will enable us to significantly improve real-time
collaboration with our retailers about production orders, while enabling us to quickly deliver high
quality goods at controlled costs,” said Robert Sobel, Co-President, Land ‘N Sea, Inc. “We believe
that NGC’s software will be a strategic investment in improving customer service.”

“NGC is excited to help bring higher levels of success and profitability to Land ‘N Sea
through our PLM and Global Sourcing tool,” said Mark Burstein, president of sales and marketing,
NGC. “We look forward to helping Land ‘N Sea roll out their new product lifecycle management system
and will ensure that the company takes advantage of the many benefits of NGC’s software.”

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: NGC Software

LYNDHURST, N.J. — February 25, 2011 — RLM Apparel Software Systems Inc. announces that women’s
luxury fashion brand Magaschoni has begun implementation of the FashionManager™ enterprise software
solution at its Manhattan headquarters. The 40-user system will replace multiple legacy financial,
product lifecycle management (PLM), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems with a single,
fully-integrated business solution. Magaschoni expects this streamlined and updated computing
platform to support better informed, more timely business decisions by improving accessibility and
visibility of information across the design, production, sales, retail, accounting, and management
teams.

“Our existing systems were added independently over a period of 10-15 years,” explained
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Kevin Mogyoros. “The current lack of
integration limits our ability to share information and track performance in a timely and accurate
manner. In RLM, we found a technologically advanced system and company that meets and exceeds all
our needs with a single, comprehensive solution. With FashionManager, we look forward to gaining
more control and visibility across our entire company.”

In addition to an on-premise installation at its New York offices, Magaschoni will deploy
FashionManager at its New Jersey warehouse operations. Global vendor partners will also gain access
to the system, while integration with existing sales and e-commerce systems will extend benefits to
the company’s retail channel.

“In a project that touches every aspect of the business, we knew that we needed a partner
that we could trust and depend on well into the future,” added Mogyoros. “We have this level of
comfort with the RLM team and the technology that they deliver.”

“We are pleased with the opportunity to work with Magaschoni”, noted RLM Vice President of
Development, Andy Lynn. “We applaud the work they have done to define their system requirements and
business needs. We are confident that they will leverage the full power of FashionManager to
support their impressive and growing operations.”

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: RLM Apparel Software Systems

LOS ANGELES — February 25,  2011 — WGSN, the leading online source of creative intelligence
for the  apparel, design and retail industries, has relocated their West Coast 
headquarters to the California Market Center (CMC). The company will  take a 1500 square foot
space in suite C1137, headed by Sally Lohan, Head  of Content, Americas.  

“With our recent acquisition of  LA based Denimhead, the launch of our dedicated
interiors product  WGSN-HomeBuildLife, and our heightened commitment to the Juniors
market,  now is the right time for WGSN to move to an office that is in the heart  of Los
Angeles’  fashion district,” stated Steve Markov, President of  WGSN. “The California
Market Center was the obvious choice to house our  West Coast team.” 

WGSN is a leading online  trend-analysis and research service providing creative and
business  intelligence for the apparel, style, design and retail industries. The company is
also a frequent trend-partner with the CMC for The Los  Angeles International Textile Show (LA
Textile) and presents free,  trend-oriented retailer seminars at the CMC throughout the year.
Their 150-strong editorial and design staff continually travels the globe  to deliver insight
and creative inspiration, real-time retail coverage,  seasonal trend analysis, consumer
research and business  information. 

 “We are thrilled to have WGSN as  a new tenant in the building,” said Sue
Bhanubandh, Senior Vice President  of Leasing for the CMC.  “This will be a great new
resource for our  fashion, gift & home tenants. We look forward to future
collaborations  together.”

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: California Market Center

MIDLAND, Mich. — Feb. 28, 2011 — Dow Corning today announced that DEFLEXION™ material, a
patent-pending protective textile, is featured by Scott Sports in its new line of winter sports
gear. Deflexion technology, a silicone-based material that shields the body from the force of
external impact, was showcased in new Scott Flex back protectors that were featured this month in
Munich at the International Trade Fair for Sporting Goods and Sport Fashion (ISPO).

The new back protectors are designed to provide professional skiers and winter sports
enthusiasts a comfortable protective solution that performs even in sub-zero temperatures.
Deflexion technology adds a breathable protective layer to Scott Flex back protectors without
sacrificing comfort or flexibility, both of which are essential to skiers. In addition to the
high-impact protection layer made from Deflexion material, the Scott Flex features adjustable chest
straps, removable and adjustable leg loops, and hip belts with Velcro closures. Scott Flex back
protectors will continue to feature protective plates made from d3o™, but the addition of Deflexion
technology is expected to optimize the protective qualities of the product and ensure breathability
and protection and flexibility at low temperatures.

“We’re thrilled to have Deflexion technology featured in Scott Flex,” said Liz Mallen,
business development manager for Dow Corning. “Winter sports are an ideal application for Deflexion
material. The skier will experience the breathable nature of Deflexion technology and the
performance and suppleness it brings at below freezing temperatures.”

Deflexion technology has become a protective textile of choice for leading active apparel
designers. Scott Flex is the fourth piece of active sporting apparel to feature Deflexion
technology. In November of 2010, Dow Corning announced that Deflexion technology is being featured
in sailing gear made by marine apparel brand Henri Lloyd for use by competitive sailors and
nautical enthusiasts. Deflexion technology is also featured in vests made by RodeoTech for use by
rodeo professionals who need freedom of movement, but powerful protection during rodeo
competitions. Deflexion technology has also been featured in jackets and other protective equipment
made by Rukka for use by Motorcycle riders.

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: Dow Corning/PR Newswire

BOULDER, Colo. — March 1, 2011 — Outdoor Industry Association welcomes today’s announcement of the
formation of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and the Coalition’s adoption of the work of the
outdoor industry Eco Index. As a founding member of the Coalition, OIA is committed to the creation
of a single, common index for apparel that drives change within the outdoor industry supply chain
and broadens the Eco Index work to allow for adoption in the broader apparel and footwear sectors.

Following three years of work by the outdoor industry, the Eco Index was released in July of
2010 and has been piloted by more than 100 companies. The development of the Eco Index is due to
the hard work of outdoor industry companies whose thought leadership in the area of sustainable
manufacturing has produced robust, transparent and open-source content which is being adopted by
other sustainability efforts.

“OIA is proud of the outdoor industry’s foundational contribution of the Eco Index to the
work of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition. We are gratified to be a member of this larger coalition
that shares our values and desire to reduce the environmental and social impacts of apparel and
footwear products sold around the world. The outdoor industry is committed to the development of a
single, common index for apparel and footwear. This effort reinforces our belief that global,
industry-wide collaboration can lead to advances in sustainability that no one company, region or
sector can achieve on its own,” said Frank Hugelmeyer, president of OIA.

During 2011, members of the OIA Eco Working Group will have the opportunity to pilot the
initial version of the Coalition’s apparel tool and to participate in the development of a tool
specific to footwear. OIA is also committed to its partnership with the European Outdoor Group,
World Federation of Sporting Goods Industries and other groups to improve the Eco Index content
based on feedback from the piloting process, to share these updates with the Sustainable Apparel
Coalition and to further enhance the Eco Index’s application for outdoor gear such as tents,
backpacks, climbing and paddling gear, bicycles, skis and camping gear.

“OIA looks forward to working as a member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition to build
robust tools for apparel and footwear that are driven by content found in the outdoor industry Eco
Index. At the same time, we will continue to support the unique ability of the outdoor industry to
lead in the work of sustainability as we complete the Eco Index content and develop environmental
impact evaluation tools and education that assist our member companies as they make sourcing,
product life cycle and purchasing decisions,” said Amy Roberts, vice president of Government
Affairs for OIA.

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: Outdoor Industry Association

ZURICH, Switzerland — February 2011 — The strong global recovery in yarn and fabric production
since their lows in the 1st quarter of 2009 continued also into the 3rd quarter of 2010. Both
global yarn and fabric production rose compared to the 2nd quarter of 2010 as well as to last
year’s 3rd quarter. Output increases of yarns could be observed in Asia and North America while
Europe and South America recorded reductions. Fabric production grew in Asia and South America but
shrank in Europe and North America. Global yarn stocks rose in the 3rd quarter of 2010 as compared
to the previous quarter even though Asia’s yarn inventories fell slightly. In comparison to the 3rd
quarter of 2009 yarn stocks worldwide increased as a result of much higher stocks in South America
and despite lower stocks in Asia and Europe. Global fabric inventories came down in the 3rd quarter
as compared to the previous one mainly due to lower stocks in Asia and Europe and despite higher
stocks in North and South America. Yarn orders fell both in Europe and Brazil in comparison to the
2nd quarter of 2010. When comparing to the 3rd quarter of 2009 Europe’s yarn orders were higher
while those in Brazil dropped significantly. Fabric orders in Brazil grew compared to the previous
quarter, while Europe’s were slightly lower. In comparison to previous year’s 3rd quarter Brazil
and Europe recorded higher yarn orders.

World yarn production rose by +1.9% in the 3rd quarter of 2010 in comparison to the previous
one. This increase was the result of increases in North America and Asia (+4.5% and+2.4%,
respectively) while yarn production dropped in Europe (-10.5%) and to a much smaller extent in
South America (-1.2%). In comparison to last year’s quarter all regions recorded higher output
levels. With a jump of +14.7%, South America’s yarn production surged impressively followed by Asia
(+12.0%), North America (+11.9%) and Europe (+0.9%).

Also worldwide fabric production continued to increase by +1.9% in the 3rd quarter of 2010.
Lower output levels in Europe (-7.2%) and North America (-6.5%) were offset by increases in South
America (+6.2%) and Asia (+2.4%). Year-on-year global fabric production increased by +11.2%. All
regions recorded higher output levels. In Europe fabric production was up by +13.1%, in Asia by
+11.9% and in South America by +3.0%.

World yarn inventories rose in the 3rd quarter of 2010 by +3.5%. In South America they
soared by +60.5% and remained almost unchanged in Europe (+0.1%) but fell slightly in Asia (-0.8%).
On an annual basis world yarn stocks were up by +5.0% due to soaring inventories in South America
(+114.8%) while they fell slightly in Asia and Europe (-1.2% and -0.4%, respectively).

Fabric stocks were down by -2.5% globally in the 3rd quarter of 2010 with Asia and Europe
recording decreases of -4.9% and -0.6%, respectively. In North and South America fabric stocks rose
by +4.5% and +1.2%, respectively. In comparison to previous year’s 3rd quarter, global fabric
inventories increased by +8.4% due to increased stocks in all regions. Especially South America
recorded a surge (+42.3%) while fabric stocks in Asia, North America and Europe were up by +3.1%,
+2.0% and +1.0%, respectively.

In the 3rd quarter of 2010 yarn orders in Brazil and Europe fell by -7.6% and -0.8%,
respectively. Year-on-year Europe’s yarn orders were still up +2.6% while Brazil’s dropped by
-24.8%. Fabric orders in Europe remained almost unchanged (-0.3%) in the 3rd quarter but rose in
Brazil by +4.5%. On an annual basis fabric orders in Europe were up by +7.3% and with +0.2%
unchanged in Brazil.

Posted on March 1, 2011

Source: International Textile Manufacturers Federation

Lawrenceville, N.J.-based Datacolor, a developer of digital color management technology, has
introduced MatchCOM, a comprehensive suite of scientifically engineered color-matching algorithms
that can be integrated into the software platforms of textile, ink, coatings, plastics and paint
companies. MatchCOM has more than 160 color-matching features including multiple calibration
techniques, matching and correction methods, load calculations, produce line management, sorting
and ingredient maintenance.

The library is organized for major operations such as opaque, transparent and translucent
applications, and has stain and auto refinish models to offer the best available match.

 

“Our larger customers have been asking for a simple way to integrate our algorithms into
their corporate and retail applications,” said Brian Levey, vice president, Industrial Business
Unit, Datacolor. “They understand the needs of their customers better than anyone while one of
Datacolor’s core competencies is color matching algorithms. Several of our customers have already
implemented successful applications employing this technology and we are really excited about the
high interest in the market. We see our business model evolving to a supplier of both matching
software products and licensable matching algorithms.”

February 22, 2011