GRAZ, Austria — August 12, 2026 — MENANG, a Malaysian manufacturer of nonwoven automotive components, has resumed production after a major fire severely damaged its airlay line in mid-March 2026. A new airlay line supplied by ANDRITZ enabled production to restart within only four months.
Following the fire, MENANG immediately launched a recovery program and ordered a new airlay line from ANDRITZ at the end of March. Working closely with MENANG, ANDRITZ completed installation and commissioning of the line by mid-July through a compressed project schedule. By carrying out site reconstruction and equipment installation in parallel, MENANG accelerated the return to production and minimized the impact on its operations.
William Wong, Group Director of MENANG, states: “Following the fire, our focus was on rebuilding quickly and ensuring continuity for our customers and partners. The strong collaboration between the MENANG and ANDRITZ teams played a key role in making this possible. We sincerely appreciate the commitment and responsiveness shown throughout the project and are pleased to be back in operation with our new airlay line.”
The newly installed ANDRITZ airlay line provides MENANG with modern and reliable nonwoven web- forming technology, supporting the company’s future growth and operational objectives in the automotive industry.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — August 12, 2026 — Novonesis today launched DeniBrite™, a consolidated biobleaching platform for denim, bringing together its established enzymatic bleaching solutions designed to help formulators and laundries create distinctive denim looks while balancing creativity, process performance and compliance.
Denim formulators and laundries face growing pressure to reduce reliance on traditional bleaching chemistries while continuing to deliver the bright contrasts, vintage fades and authentic finishes that brands and consumers expect.
According to the latest Environmental Impact Measurement (EIM) in the Denim Laundry Industry Progress & Insights 2025 report, chemical management remains one of the denim industry’s biggest opportunities for improvement, with 27% of finishing processes still classified as having high chemical impact. This highlights the continued need for lower-impact alternatives that support better chemical management, worker safety and reduced environmental performance. DeniBrite™ is designed to help customers address these challenges.
Helping formulators and laundries balance performance and sustainability
The platform combines DeniBrite™ Cold T for bright, contemporary looks through low-temperature bleaching and DeniBrite™ Vintage for authentic vintage finishes and grey-cast effects.
Together, the solutions give customers greater flexibility to meet different brand, fashion and consumer preferences while reducing reliance on traditional bleaching approaches.
“For decades, denim bleaching was about achieving the right look. Today, it is also about proving how that look was made,” said Hans Ole Klingenberg, Vice President, Planetary Health Biosolutions, Novonesis.
“Brands, formulators and laundries increasingly need confidence that their bleaching systems can meet evolving expectations around chemical compliance and sustainability. With DeniBrite™, we’re combining proven enzyme technology with verified sustainability documentation to help customers create authentic denim finishes while preparing for what’s next.”
Documented environmental performance
Developed by Novonesis, a bluesign System Partner, DeniBrite™ products are bluepass certified, meaning they are produced through processes that meet bluesign Criteria. The portfolio is also available in ZDHC Level 3-compliant formulations.
In addition, a screening-level Life Cycle Assessment of DeniBrite™ Cold T demonstrated approximately 40% lower global warming potential and 28% lower water consumption compared with conventional sodium hypochlorite bleaching under the assessed conditions, providing formulators with documented environmental performance to support customer and brand discussions.*
Available globally through Novonesis and its channel partners, DeniBrite™ is designed to help formulators and laundries create the denim looks brands want today while preparing for tomorrow’s expectations around compliance and sustainability.
*These results are specific to the modeled comparison and should not be interpreted as representative of all formulations, processes or production settings.
CARY, N.C. — August 11, 2026 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced that the conference program is now available for Hygienix™ 2026, the premier global event for the absorbent hygiene and personal care markets. Hygienix will take place Nov. 16–19 at the Hyatt Regency Houston in Houston, Texas. The full conference program is available at hygienix.org.
Hygienix 2026 will bring together industry leaders, technical experts, researchers, and innovators to explore the absorbent hygiene industry, including sustainability advancements, regulatory developments, evolving consumer needs, and next-generation product technologies.
Conference Program
The conference program will feature the future of absorbent hygiene products, materials, manufacturing, and consumer care. Key topics include:
Global energy, economic, and market trends influencing raw material costs, supply chains, product affordability, and business strategy
Emerging consumer expectations, adult incontinence solutions, product insecurity, and opportunities to improve comfort, dignity, and access
Advances in absorbent cores, superabsorbent materials, polymers, nonwovens, adhesives, fluid management, skin health, and next-generation product design
Sustainability, biodegradability, manufacturing efficiency, and end-of-life considerations driving material and product innovation
Evolving regulatory, legislative, reimbursement, and industry standards affecting absorbent hygiene manufacturers and suppliers
Event Highlights
Pre-Conference Workshops – Monday, Nov. 16
Hygienix will offer three interactive pre-conference workshops:
“Inside the Absorbent Core: A Hands-On Systems Approach to Fluid Control” – Jim Robinson, Principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC
“Inside Sustainable Hygiene: A Hands-On Reality Check for Materials, Claims, End-of-Life, and U.S. Compliance” – Heidi Beatty, Chief Executive Officer, Crown Abbey, LLC
“Inside the Diaper Market: Hands-On Benchmarking, Performance, and Trends” – Natalia Richer, Director of Business Development, and Irene Richer, Director of Laboratory Operations, Diaper Testing International
Networking Opportunities
Attendees will have multiple opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and connect with absorbent hygiene industry leaders and solution providers, including:
Lunch Around – An extended networking lunch designed to encourage meaningful conversations with industry leaders; seating is limited
Lightning Talks – Five-minute exhibitor presentations highlighting new technologies, products, and capabilities
Evening Receptions and Exhibits – Opportunities to meet leading suppliers serving the absorbent hygiene and personal care markets
Welcome Reception – A lively opening-night event bringing attendees together to kick off Hygienix
Lifetime Service Awards
Carl Cucuzza and Pricie Hanna, the 2025 and 2026 Lifetime Service Award recipients, respectively, will be recognized during a presentation on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 4:15 p.m.
The Lifetime Service Award recognizes individuals who have provided longstanding service to the absorbent hygiene and personal care industry and contributed to its growth and advancement.
Hygienix Innovation Award™
The Hygienix Innovation Award™ will recognize an innovative technology that is advancing the absorbent hygiene and personal care industry. Finalists will present their technologies on Tuesday, Nov. 17, and the winner will be announced during the closing session on Thursday, Nov. 19. Nominations for the 2026 Hygienix Innovation Award close Sept. 14.
The 2025 award recipient, Confitex Technology Ltd., was recognized for its Washable Nonwoven Sanitary Pad, designed to provide a sustainable and scalable solution without the use of superabsorbent polymers.
For additional information about the conference program, registration, sponsorship opportunities, and exhibit space, visit https://www.hygienix.org/.
Posted: August 16, 2026
Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry
OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — August 13, 2026 — Rohleder is one of Europe’s most modern weaving mills. For over 80 years, the family-owned company has been developing and manufacturing premium fabrics for brands, retailers and private customers – 100% Made in Germany.
L to R: Peter Rödter, Technical Manager, Jan Eimuth Product Developer at KARL MAYER, Peter Raich, Technical Manager of Research + Development, Leni Rohleder, Head of Sustainability and Marketing, and Manuel Hirte, Warp Preparation Manager
This success is made possible by a consistent focus on design, quality, and functionality, as well as by continuous investment in state-of-the-art production facilities.
Rohleder also relies on innovative technologies in warp preparation and has been collaborating with KARL MAYER for many years. As recently as 2023, a MULTI-MATIC® was delivered to the company’s headquarters in Konradsreuth.
Since then, the high-performance warp sampling machine has proven its worth in practice through its high efficiency while also opening up entirely new possibilities in product development.
Rohleder: tradition meets high tech
Rohleder was founded in Konradsreuth in 1946 and has grown from a family-run textile business in Upper Franconia into one of Europe’s leading upholstery fabric weavers. Key milestones in the company’s history include its entry into the U.S. market in the late 1970s under Klaus Rohleder, the shift to functional synthetic fibers in the 1980s, and the building of a new production facility at its headquarters in the early 1990s.
Today, the family-owned company employs around 165 people and exports its high-quality upholstery and decorative fabrics worldwide. Nearly half of its production is sold internationally, particularly in Europe, the U.S., and Asia.
Rohleder owes its success above all to a combination of creativity, versatility, and premium quality.
Leni Rohleder
“We stand for service, quality, and design excellence. Together with our textile retailers and wholesalers, we develop exclusive collections that are available only to these partners. In addition, we supply renowned furniture manufacturers such as Rolf Benz, Steelcase, and Sedda with unique products,“ says Leni Rohleder, granddaughter of the company’s founder. As Head of Sustainability and Marketing, she shapes the company’s future alongside two other managing directors with foresight, innovative spirit, and entrepreneurial acumen.
About 9 designers provide the creative power needed for frequent, rapid product changes and a wide variety of items, even in small quantities. In addition, since 2018 they have been creating their own home collection that showcases the benefits of all Rohleder products. Particularly durable, easy-care, and high-quality upholstery fabrics are awarded the company’s Q2 quality label.
These creative concepts are brought to life through a highly flexible, vertically integrated production. From warp preparation through weaving to finishing, all manufacturing steps are handled in-house. In the weaving mill alone, around 70 machines are in operation, covering nearly the entire spectrum of weaving technology. Many of the machines have been specially adapted to the company’s requirements.
“We have one of the most diversified weaving mills in the world,” says Leni Rohleder.
This extraordinary versatility places high demands on warp preparation. Whether very coarse or particularly fine yarns: At Rohleder, premium warps are produced for a wide variety of fabrics and complex patterns in small and medium production runs.
Partnership with KARL MAYER: reliability on equal terms
At Rohleder, warping machines from KARL MAYER are at the heart of warp preparation. The partnership between the two companies has been in place since 1998 and is based on mutual trust, technical expertise, and shared values.
“We know that things run smoothly with KARL MAYER,“ says Peter Raich, Technical Manager of Research + Development at Rohleder.
He particularly appreciates the reliable supply of spare parts and the expert support provided by the service teams. Thanks to their geographical proximity and long-standing partnership, technical challenges are resolved quickly and easily.
MULTI-MATIC® system
Peter Rödter also confirms the value of the partnership. What matters most to him is that this reliable support remains guaranteed in the long term, even after the PROWARP® and MULTI-MATIC® systems installed in 2018 have been in operation for many years.
Warp Preparation Manager Manuel Hirte particularly emphasizes the high quality of the machines and KARL MAYER’s technical expertise. To identify further opportunities for optimizing production, he plans to visit the TEXTILE INNOVATION CENTER at KARL MAYER’s headquarters in Obertshausen together with his technical team and Leni Rohleder.
The MULTI-MATIC®: the key to greater efficiency and design Freedom
With the installation of the MULTI-MATIC®, Rohleder is replacing three older warping machines.
To be able to produce not only sample warps but also production warps with lengths of up to 400 m, the company decided on a MULTI-MATIC® 128.
What made the modern warp sampling machine the right choice? The company’s wide range of designs. Short warp lengths, high thread counts and complex warping sequences with up to 400 ends per repeat had previously resulted in a high manual labor burden through creeling, time loss, and waste from bobbins that were not fully used. The MULTI-MATIC® has put an end to that.
“We save 50 to 60% in warping time per month with the MULTI-MATIC® compared to our previous solution,“ explains Peter Rödter following a comprehensive analysis of production data.
The analysis revealed that the higher the proportion of pattern warps in the mix with production warps and the more complex the patterns, the greater the efficiency gain – to the point of sheer feasibility, as impressively demonstrated by a trade show development from the Rohleder designers: An exceptionally color-intensive fabric with 2,900 threads and twelve colors in a complex distribution could only be produced thanks to the MULTI-MATIC® and became a highlight of the exhibition.
“Design versatility is a true USP of the MULTI-MATIC®. We can now realize warping sequences that were previously prohibitively expensive, thereby opening up new market segments for us,“ emphasizes Leni Rohled
In addition, sources of error are reduced, as time-consuming manual steps – such as frequent creeling and knotting – are largely eliminated.
Rohleder‘s design team is also excited about the new possibilities. Color variations and pattern complexities can now be designed with significantly greater freedom than before.
Technology for maximum performance
The MULTI-MATIC®’s high performance is based on a series of innovative technical solutions designed to deliver maximum flexibility, efficiency, and quality:
Flexibility in patterning: With up to 128 individually controlled yarn guides, short warps lwith a maximum working width of 3,600 mm, as well as short and medium-length production warps with large patterns without the need of dividing of packages by re-winding can be produced
Efficiency: A state-of-the-art drive control technology, fully automated controlled stop free leasing/sizing separation, automated color change with precise yarn laying at production speeds of up to 800 m/min and a minimum amount of yarn needed enable a fully automated, cost-effective, and highly efficient warping process.
Quality: High precision during the whole warping process and an interactive determination of the ideal setup of the creel ensure the production of premium-quality beams.
Curious about the possibilities of the MULTI-MATIC®? At the TEXTILE INNOVATION CENTER at KARL MAYER’s headquarters in Obertshausen, the innovative warp sampling machine is available for demonstrations and processing trials, and Jan Eimuth looks forward to your questions.
MÖMBRIS, Germany — August 14, 2026 — Franco-German software manufacturer CoreTechnologie (CT) has released version 1.8 of its 4D_Additive 3D printing software. With the new Build History, powerful automatic repair of triangulated data, and enhanced lattice functions, the preparation of parts for a wide range of additive manufacturing processes is now significantly faster and more convenient.
Build History for Maximum Control
The 4D_Additive software can be used to create complex lattice structures and specialised SLM supports Photo: CoreTechnologie GmbH
A key highlight of the new 4D_Additive 1.8 release is the new Build History Tree. Following the concept of the design history tree used in modern CAD systems, all steps involved in build job preparation are clearly and transparently displayed in a structured list. Every processing step is documented and can be accessed directly or step by step at any time.
Users can review and modify all parameters of every processing step whenever required. This provides complete workflow transparency, enables changes to be implemented more quickly, and significantly reduces overall preparation time, particularly when modifications are required.
Flexible Processing of CAD Geometries and Triangulated Data
Users can import and process models either as exact CAD geometry or as triangulated data. For particularly fast data preparation, exact CAD geometry can be selectively converted into triangulated models and subsequently optimized using the new automatic repair functionality. This enables 4D_Additive to combine the precision of native CAD data with the high processing speed of triangulated model repair.
Automatic Repair of Problematic 3D Models
The automatic correction of triangulated models has been significantly enhanced. The new “Advanced Automatic Mode” of the healing tool automates a sequence of repair operations that previously had to be performed manually. With just one click, models containing severe errors or poor-quality source data can be largely corrected automatically and optimized for subsequent build job preparation. This reduces the need for manual intervention and significantly accelerates the processing of external or problematic 3D data.
New Stiffener Function and Lattice Structures
The latest version also introduces new stiffener structures. These reinforcement structures stabilize thin-walled and large-surface parts during the manufacturing process and help prevent unwanted deformation.
Also, Lattice designs can be specifically adapted to the part geometry and functional requirements. This provides additional opportunities for reducing material consumption and developing functionally optimized lightweight components.
With 4D_Additive1.8, CoreTechnologie has taken another important step forward in the development of its additive manufacturing solution. The combination of a fully traceable Build History, flexible processing of exact and triangulated geometries, and new lattice functions is designed to further simplify and streamline the use of the software in industrial additive manufacturing.
Further information on the 4D_Additive software is available at:
PAINESVILLE, Ohio — August 12, 2026 — Avery Dennison Performance Tapes North America today introduced its Sustainable ADvantage portfolio. This comprehensive range of pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape solutions is designed to help manufacturers improve the environmental impact of tapes used in manufactured parts and end-use products.
Developed as part of the Avery Dennison commitment to building toward regeneration and advancing the circular economy, the Sustainable ADvantage tapes portfolio enables manufacturers to make more sustainable material choices without compromising on bonding performance, durability or production efficiency.
The portfolio, designed to evolve with future additions, features products that enable one or more of the following:
Reduced material usage through efficient product design
Responsibly sourced materials, including Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified paper liners
Improved recyclability, reuse or compostability where applicable
Increased use of recycled and renewable content
Additional methods that improve environmental performance across the product lifecycle
“Our Sustainable ADvantage portfolio reflects the Avery Dennison commitment to helping manufacturers achieve their sustainability goals while continuing to deliver the performance they expect from our industrial tape solutions,” said Deanne Lewis, product manager, Avery Dennison Performance Tapes North America. “By combining innovative adhesive technologies with responsible material choices, we’re enabling manufacturers to make meaningful progress toward reducing environmental impact throughout their supply chains.”
Current portfolio and its focus
The first edition of the Sustainable ADvantage tapes portfolio features transfer tapes and double-coated constructions that provide methods improving environmental performance across the product lifecycle. The products are built on three cost-effective, solvent-free acrylic adhesive technologies:
Emulsion acrylic
Pure emulsion acrylic
UV acrylic adhesives
Each technology is engineered to meet specific manufacturing and application requirements while offering lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions than comparable products using alternative adhesive technologies.
Advancing toward a circular economy
The Sustainable ADvantage portfolio represents a key milestone in the broader Avery Dennison sustainability strategy. By developing products with sustainability considerations built into material selection, construction, and end-of-life potential, the company continues to advance its goal of making 100% of its products recyclable by 2030
As manufacturers increasingly seek solutions that support operational performance and environmental responsibility, the Avery Dennison Sustainable ADvantage portfolio demonstrates how innovative adhesive technologies can contribute to a more circular, transparent and sustainable supply chain.
For more information about the Sustainable ADvantage portfolio and Avery Dennison Performance Tapes, visitwww.tapes.averydennison.com.
WESTLAKE, Ohio — August 12, 2026 — Q‑Lab, a global supplier of weathering testing technology, has announced the launch of its new Universal Water Repurification System. This major design upgrade introduces significant performance and reliability improvements over legacy models and features compatibility across both QUV/spray and Q‑SUN Xe‑2 and Xe‑3 weathering testers. This repurification system can save users thousand of liters of the high-purity water required for most weathering testing.
The new system features a truly universal design compatible with both QUV and Q‑SUN testers. The highly-durable universal repurification unit, featuring unique new control software, is backed by an extended 2-year warranty. Maintenance and operation are simplified by thoughtful spatial design and regular reminders via communication with the tester’s operating system. Additionally, the redesigned system offers the ability to operate two QUV or Q-SUN testers simultaneously with a single repurification system.”
“The redesigned repurification system incorporates intelligent logic controls and supplies water to two testers at once,” says Matt McGreer, Vice President of Sales at Q‑Lab. “This new system delivers the ease-of-use and value our customers have come to expect.”
Designed to drastically reduce reverse osmosis and deionized (RO/DI) water consumption, the system helps laboratories lower water expenses and scale up testing capacity without costly infrastructure expansions.
For further information, visit https://www.q-lab.com
SHANGHAI — August 10, 2026 — Asia’s home textiles trade fair, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition will return from August 18 – 20, 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), spanning over 100,000 sqm and welcoming exhibitors from 19 countries and regions.
The comprehensive Autumn Edition will once again provide a strong platform for industry professionals to connect, develop partnerships, and share market intelligence. [Photo: Messe Frankfurt]As sustainability imperatives and evolving lifestyles continue to reshape interiors, the fair will present a curated showcase of forward-looking design solutions that fuse aesthetics, performance, and responsible innovation. Complemented by an inspirational fringe programme, the fair will offer a strategic lens on emerging consumer preferences and market directions, guided by leading suppliers, designers, trend forecasters, and industry voices.
“Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles is a very effective avenue for Chinese and international exhibitors to connect with buyers from around the world,” stated Ms Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd. “This edition will present an even more layered sourcing landscape, further strengthening the fair’s role as an innovative hub where the industry can capture new opportunities, respond to lifestyle trends, and shape the next phase of market growth.”
Fairgoers can explore a dynamic mix of international and domestic suppliers across upholstery and sofa fabrics, bedding, curtains, sun protection, and much more. Highlighted industry elites include:
Editors – Beijing Ya Da Home Decoration Articles (5.1H F25A), Prestigious Textiles (Shanghai) (5.1H F26), Raffinato Shanghai (5.1H F17), SATI (6.1H A36), and SohoCUT (5.1H F07)
Design – Ashang Aga Home Textile Design Center (new) (6.1H A47), DBS Lifestyle India Private Limited (6.1H B42), Patrizia Ortenzi (6.1H B46), and Tela’s design (6.1H A41)
Reinforcing its international reach, the upcoming Autumn Edition will also feature a dedicated Türkiye Zone, presenting a selection of leading manufacturers including BYT Dokuma Makina Tekstil (6.1H C38), Dersiyon Tekstil (6.1H F40), Isik Kadife ve Tekstil (6.1H B25), and Weavers Tekstil (6.1H C45), offering insights into the country’s established expertise in quality home textile production and design. Alongside this international presence, key Chinese textile hubs – including Haining, Hangzhou Linping, Huzhou, Shaoxing, Tongxiang, Wujiang Shengz – will present their latest developments across curtains, upholstery, sofa fabrics, and printed fabrics, reinforcing the fair’s role as a gateway to China’s most competitive manufacturing and innovation hubs.Robust buyer demand underscores global relevance
Strong international engagement continues to define the fair, with buyers from 72 countries and regions already pre-registered, spanning retail, e-commerce, home furnishing, and global sourcing. Pre-registered leading buyers include Alibaba Group, Ashley, Freshippo, IKEA, Inditex, Li & Fung, Luolai Lifestyle Technology, Man Wah, Melchers, Mercury Home Textiles, Nitori, OBI, Otto, Tesco, Togas, Walmart, and Xiaohongshu.
The hosted buyer programme will further enhance targeted business matching, featuring 9 delegations from 21 represented markets, including Algeria, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Morocco and Thailand. A broad range of domestic buyer delegations – ranging from hotel linen merchants and suppliers to e-commerce platforms, interior designers, and home furnishing companies – will also contribute to a highly active sourcing environment.Transforming creative insights into business opportunities Beyond sourcing, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles serves as a platform for thought leadership and cross-sector dialogue. The fringe programme will bridge creative vision and business strategy through curated talks, guided tours, and industry forums. Key highlights include:
Intertextile International Lifestyle Trend 2027: Breathe Up! – presented by NellyRodi™ Agency, Global Creative Director Ms Cécile Rosenstrauch will guide visitors through this curated Trend Area (6.1H F30) to explore key lifestyle directions for the 2027 season. At InterDesign (5.1H G88), she will also host a seminar ‘Shape the Future of Living – Shape up!’ to decode the latest trends across three concepts – RE-DECORATE, RE-CONNECT, and RE-USE.
Urban Renewal and Regeneration (5.1H G88) – framed within ‘Breathe Up!’ and curated by trend committee member Mr Shen Lei, Founder and Design Director of Interior Architects, the special panel discussion explores how urban transformation shapes design thinking and human interaction. Led by Mr Lyu Min, featuring Mr Byron Lee, Ms Nicole Li, and Mr Tim Zhang, the session is followed by a guided tour where Founder of Order Studio Mr Byron Lee will guide participants in discovering products with real-life applications.
China’s Dual Circulation Strategy for Global Home Furnishing Summit (5.1H G88) – bringing together leading brands, this summit will explore international expansion, cross-category collaboration, and evolving brand strategies, supported by case studies and business matching opportunities.
Intertextile Talks (6.2H M92) – as part of the Go-Green theme, which covers the sector’s latest sustainability trends, this session will provide exhibitors with a focused stage to launch eco-conscious textiles and technologies, with several suppliers set to enhance new product visibility among buyers seeking innovative sourcing solutions.
Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Home Textile Association (CHTA).
To find out more, please visit: www.intertextilehome.com.
CLARKESVILLE, GA — August 10, 2026 — Morito Scovill Americas, a manufacturer of high-performance fasteners for apparel and light industrial applications, today announced the acquisition of Edward Segal, Inc., a U.S. based manufacturer of eyelet, grommet, rivet and snap fastener attaching machines and custom-engineered automated assembly systems.
The acquisition brings together two highly complementary organizations with long-standing reputations for quality, reliability and customer partnership. Edward Segal, Inc. will become part of Morito Scovill Americas, further enhancing the company’s ability to deliver value-added solutions to customers across apparel and specialty markets.
“This acquisition represents an important strategic step for Morito Scovill Americas,” said Shane McEntyre, CSO of Morito Scovill Americas. “Edward Segal, Inc.’s deep product expertise, strong customer relationships and commitment to craftsmanship align closely with our own values. Together, we will be even better positioned to serve our customers.”
Edward Segal, Inc. has built a strong reputation for its design-driven approach and high-quality components. As part of Morito Scovill Americas, the company will gain access to expanded manufacturing and sourcing capabilities and enhanced operational support—while continuing to deliver the service and quality customers expect.
“The purchase of Edward Segal, Inc. reflects Morito Scovill Americas long-standing dedication to customer-centered solutions and allows us to support the needs of our partners around the world,” said Bunki Yano, President of Morito Scovill Americas.
“We are proud to join Morito Scovill Americas,” said David Segal, President of Edward Segal, Inc. “This combination creates exciting opportunities for our employees and customers. Morito Scovill Americas’ investment in growth will allow us stay true to the values that have defined Edward Segal, Inc. for generations.”
Edward Segal, Inc. will continue to operate with its existing team and customer relationships, ensuring continuity and a seamless transition for partners.
Morito Scovill Americas
Morito Scovill Americas is a manufacturer of high‑performance fasteners for apparel and light industrial applications. Headquartered in Clarkesville, Georgia, the company supports customers worldwide with design‑to‑delivery expertise.
Edward Segal, Inc.
Edward Segal, Inc. is a manufacturer of eyelet, grommet, rivet, and snap‑fastener attaching machines. Based in Thomaston, Connecticut, the company serves a wide range of industries by delivering Made‑in‑USA solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency and performance.
For more information about Morito Scovill Americas and our products, please visit scovill.com/about-us/
DRESDEN, Germany — August 5, 2026 — The preliminary program of the Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf International Textile Conference (ADD-ITC) 2026, which will take place on November 26–27, 2026, at the International Congress Center Dresden. Featuring 18 plenary and keynote lectures, more than 48 contributed presentations across three parallel sessions, and numerous poster presentations, the conference provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in textile research and industry.
A distinguishing feature of this year’s conference is its exceptionally strong industrial participation. More than two-thirds of all presentations are contributed by companies or jointly presented by industry and research institutions. Renowned international companies, leading research organizations, and cross-sector industry associations will discuss current challenges and innovative solutions in the fields of protective and functional textiles, sustainable polymer materials, fiber-reinforced structures and composites, digitalization and artificial intelligence, circular economy, technology transfer, and emerging trends in textile engineering. As such, ADD-ITC 2026 with continuously 500 to 700 participants provides a unique platform for networking and knowledge exchange between academia, industry, associations, and young researchers.
Conference highlights include plenary lectures on climate-neutral construction, the transformation of the chemical industry toward a circular economy, textile industrial policy, and smart protective systems, alongside keynote presentations from leading companies and research institutions such as Teijin Aramid, Mehler Vario System, KARL MAYER, Dienes, evico, Batene, Université Laval, DLR Braunschweig, and many others. The program is further enriched by presentations from innovative start-ups and promising early-career researchers.
In addition to the scientific program, visitors will have the opportunity to experience one of Dresden’s most famous traditions: the opening of the Dresden Striezelmarkt, one of Germany’s oldest and most renowned Christmas markets, which takes place during the conference. Combine high-level scientific exchange with the unique atmosphere of Dresden’s festive season.
The Call for Poster Abstracts remains open until August 15, 2026. Take this opportunity to present your latest research to an international audience. Selected posters will be featured in dedicated flash presentations during the plenary sessions, and the best contributions will receive conference awards.
The conference will be conducted in German and English, supported by AI-based simultaneous translation via the interactive conference platform, enabling seamless communication between participants in both languages.
We look forward to welcoming you to Dresden for ADD-ITC 2026 at the end of November!
