Arclin Signs UN Global Compact, Advancing Commitment To Sustainable Innovation & Responsible Operations

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — August 24, 2026 — Arclin, a materials science company, today announced that it has joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative.

Through this commitment, Arclin reinforces its longstanding dedication to responsible business practices and pledges support for the compact’s mission to advance sustainable, inclusive growth. Arclin joins an international network of more than 20,000 companies and 3,800 non-business participants working to address global challenges and create positive economic, environmental, and social impact.

“Arclin believes that real sustainability progress happens when companies work together to drive change at scale,” said Bradley Bolduc, Arclin’s Chief Executive Officer. “As a signatory of the UN Global Compact, we look forward to collaborating with peers across industries to help advance sustainable business practices, address shared challenges, and create lasting value for our customers, partners, and communities.”

Arclin’s current sustainability efforts are focused on responsible sourcing, efficient operations, and product innovation. Since 2023, Arclin has required suppliers to sign a Code of Conduct covering labor and employment rights, health and safety expectations, environmental practices, business ethics, global trade practices, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Both Arclin and The Willamette Valley Company, an Arclin brand, are active members of the Wood-Based Composites Center (WBC), which is a Cooperative Research Center driven by an industry-scientific community that develops research related to composites and renewable materials. Arclin is also a member of the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) Association and has earned ISCC PLUS certification for its Asturias, Spain, and Spruance (Richmond), Virginia, manufacturing facilities, supporting the production of Kevlar®, Kevlar® EXO™, and Nomex® products made with more sustainable raw materials. Additionally, many Arclin products carry sustainability attributes, including FSC certification and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification.

Throughout its operations, Arclin continues to invest in efficiency and renewable energy initiatives. Since 2018, the company has trained over 100 champions across the business on Lean Six Sigma practices, and in 2025, its Asturias manufacturing facility added a 12.6 MWp onsite solar array for self-consumption, featuring more than 22,000 solar panels. As part of waste reduction efforts, The Willamette Valley Company (WVCO) offers tote and bulk bag return programs to customers to encourage re-use.

Sustainability considerations are also integrated into Arclin’s innovation process, with measurable benefits for customers. Recent examples include new Kevlar® paper and Kevlar® EXO™, which delivers significant lightweighting benefits across multiple industries including aerospace. Arclin’s Eclectic Products brand (WVCO), which is sold at major retailers across North America, is actively developing sustainable and recyclable packaging for adoption across their portfolio.

Arclin’s commitment to sustainable innovation has earned recent industry recognition. Notably, its Firepoint® fire-resistant sheathing was named a Green Builder Media “Sustainable Product of the Year” in both 2025 and 2026. Designed for use in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones, Firepoint® supports longer-lasting, more resilient construction while helping reduce the environmental impact associated with wildfire reconstruction. By reducing materials, labor requirements, and carbon emissions, the product helps builders conserve resources while creating homes better equipped to withstand wildfire.

“Joining the UN Global Compact reflects the work already underway across Arclin to integrate sustainability into how we operate, innovate, and engage with our supply chain,” said Kelsey Bergan, Arclin’s Vice President of Global Sustainability. “From responsible sourcing and operational efficiency to product innovation and stakeholder engagement, we are focused on embedding responsible business practices throughout our organization as a part of growth strategy.”

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: Arclin

VIATT 2027 To Support Vietnam’s Shift Toward Value-Added And Sustainable Textile Growth

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — August 24, 2026 — Vietnam continues to strengthen its standing as a strategic hub in the global textile supply chain, positioning itself at the forefront of industry upgrading in Southeast Asia. In parallel, the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) will return to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from 24 – 26 February 2027, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive trade platform in ASEAN covering the entire value chain – from raw materials and fabrics to garments and advanced manufacturing technologies.

VIATT serves as a sourcing hub connecting regional manufacturers with global suppliers and buyers, with the 2026 edition welcoming nearly 460 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions and over 17,000 visits from 54 represented markets. The inaugural German Pavilion and Türkiye Zone expanded the fair’s global footprint, alongside returning pavilions and zones from China, Europe, India, Japan, and Taiwan. Over 350 business matching meetings connected exhibitors with buyers from over 20 countries and regions, reinforcing the fair’s role facilitating cross-border sourcing and partnerships – a role which is set to facilitate additional sustainable exchange at its upcoming edition.

“Vietnam’s textile industry is at a turning point,” said Ms Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd. “As global competition intensifies and ESG requirements tighten, companies are shifting from volume-driven growth to value creation, technology adoption and supply chain transparency. As a comprehensive platform covering the full textile value chain, VIATT 2027 will support this transition in the region by connecting materials, production technologies and a range of international markets within one integrated environment.”

The upcoming edition will take place as Vietnam’s textile and garment industry – a key pillar within the global supply chain – undergoes structural adjustment. In the first half of 2026, the industry generated more than USD 22 billion in exports, while maintaining a full-year target of USD 48 billion[1]. Industry leaders note that future growth must rely less on capacity expansion and more on productivity, stronger domestic sourcing, market diversification, accelerated digitalisation and greener production models. With more than 60% of production inputs still imported[2], deeper regional integration and higher value addition remain strategic priorities.

Integrated industry showcase promotes sourcing across three categories

Reflecting the market’s strategic priorities, VIATT 2027 will look to strengthen its cross-sector structure across Apparel Fabrics & Fashion, Home & Contract Textiles, and Technical Textiles & Technologies. By bringing together yarn suppliers, fabric manufacturers, garment producers and machinery and solution providers, the fair enables businesses to explore higher-value materials, upgrade manufacturing capabilities and reinforce sourcing networks across global markets.

Exhibitors in 2026 highlighted the advantages of the fair’s integrated format. Mr Ezra Clarence, Marketing Manager of PT Kary Indomas Elok, Indonesia, commented: “With our company showcasing products mainly for clothes, stuffed toys, and home furniture, VIATT’s combination of three sectors is a perfect match for us, helping us reach new potential customers. As we look to expand exports to the US and Europe, we were able to meet highly targeted buyers here.”

Beyond the exhibition floor, the show has expanded its role as a platform for industry dialogue, with last year’s fringe programme addressing industry trends, sustainability regulations, digitalisation strategies, and trade developments. VIATT 2027 will continue to give a platform to future-focused topics and expert speakers, while sustainability will remain central through the Econogy Hub and Econogy Check, showcasing certified sustainable fibres, recycled materials, circular solutions, and traceability systems. This integrated approach supports exporters in meeting tightening ESG and compliance requirements in key global markets. As ASEAN’s textile landscape evolves, next year’s edition aims to serve as both sourcing hub and strategic meeting point for regional and international stakeholders seeking integrated, sustainable, and value-driven growth across the supply chain.

The fair’s importance in this regard was noted by Mr William Yip, Raw Materials Lead at Mountain Equipment Company, Canada, who attended the previous edition: “What’s quite unique about Vietnam is its transition towards more innovative qualities and material differentiation. This fair is very important because for many brands, it is essential to look at the entire value chain. From a traceability perspective, it is invaluable to have insight into your yarn supplier, the yarns used in your fabrics, and ultimately your garment suppliers.”

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE). For more details on this fair, please visit or contact viatt@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com.

VIATT 2027 will be held from 24 – 26 February 2027.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

25 Years In The Room: EDANA’s OUTLOOK™ Returns To Cascais To Shape A Changing Industry

BRUSSELS, Belgium — August 20, 2026 — The market does not wait, and it does not grant easy answers. Across the absorbent hygiene, personal care, and wipes sectors, business is undergoing a period of intense, necessary adjustment.

New European rules on packaging, single-use items, product safety, and end-of-life are forcing companies to drop old assumptions about materials and performance. At the same time, producers must keep their goods safe, reliable, and affordable for the babies and aging adults, who rely on them every day.

From 22 to 24 September 2026, EDANA’s OUTLOOK™ returns to the Hotel Miragem in Cascais, Portugal, for its twenty-fifth edition of the conference.

OUTLOOK™ began in Monaco in 2001. It focused then on baby diapers and menstrual protection. Over a quarter of a century, the work expanded. It grew to cover adult incontinence, wipes, complex international product safety, and strict environmental compliance. In 2007, the conference met in Cascais. Returning to the Portuguese coast this September marks a milestone, but the focus remains squarely on the work ahead.

“OUTLOOK™ has never aimed to be the biggest or the loudest event on the calendar; it has aimed to be the most valuable,” says Murat Dogru, General Manager of EDANA and CEO of the Global Nonwovens Alliance. “Delegates come for market intelligence, regulatory analysis, consumer insights, and technical expertise that help them make better strategic decisions. Digital tools are useful, but trust is built face to face. Ideas are challenged more openly when people stand in the same room.”

 The three-day programme takes on the hardest questions in the supply chain directly:

  • Day 1 Keynote — Global Macroeconomics & Shocks: Henry Curr, Economics Editor at The Economist, will open the plenary with his keynote presentation, “The Teflon world economy and what could finally break it.” Curr oversees global economics coverage for The Economist and has written some 30 cover stories on labour markets, public debt, the future of global commerce, and the risks of “homeland economics” and green protectionism. Drawing on discussions with top policymakers and executives, he will explore how global markets have absorbed successive crises—from geopolitical conflicts to AI-driven labour disruption—and what structural risks could still disrupt demand and capital investment.
  • Session 1 — Market Drivers in a Challenging Environment: Moderated by Jacques Prigneaux (Market Analysis & Economic Affairs Director, EDANA), this session examines the pivotal market drivers redefining the competitive landscape. Industry specialists Kaushik Mitra (Chemical Market Analytics by Dow Jones), Dr. Annika Trümpler (Schlegel und Partner), and Natalia Bezrebra (Euromonitor) will address shifting polyolefin supply, pricing downslides, post-crisis supply chains, and the strategic expansion of major Chinese hygiene manufacturers entering the European market.
  • Session 2 — Global Product Safety Compliance Panel: Moderated by Luminita Barbu (Regulatory Affairs Director, EDANA), this high-level panel addresses the complex matrix of international consumer product safety regulations, compliance standards, and policy trends. Featuring legal and regulatory authorities—including Claudio Mereu and Natalie Konings, Partners at Bird & Bird—the discussion will highlight the practical implications of international initiatives such as the UN Principles for Consumer Product Safety, alongside regulatory divergence and convergence across the EU, US, and China.
  • Day 2 Keynote — Future Retail Trends & Consumer Shifts: Renowned retail futurist Theresa Schleicher opens Day 2 with her keynote, “Next Growth: The Bigger Consumer Shifts on the Horizon.” Widely regarded as one of Europe’s leading retail futurists, Schleicher is a former Managing Director at Hirschen Group, an author of acclaimed retail trend studies, a retail start-up investor, and a strategic sparring partner for Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, the Zukunftsinstitut, and global giants like Procter & Gamble, L’Oréal, and Beiersdorf. Her session will uncover macro consumer trends, economic resilience, and emerging opportunities in absorbent hygiene.
  • Session 3 — The Consumer Lens: Redefining Value in Absorbent Hygiene: Moderated by Murat Dogru, this senior leadership panel puts the consumer perspective at the centre of innovation. Featuring senior leaders including Sara Järup (Global Material Development Director at Essity), Matrice Jackson (Director, Global R&D at Kimberly-Clark Corporation), and Giulia Antonioli (Head of Communications, Reputation & Public Affairs, Baby Care Europe at Procter & Gamble), the panel examines how consumer expectations around sustainability, dignity, and transparency are redefining value across femcare, adult incontinence, and baby care.
  • Session 4 — The Transition in Wipes & Interactive Q&A: Focusing on “Wipes: The Pros and Cons of Going Plastic-Free,” this session brings together technical and public affairs experts—including Brieuc Lits (EDANA), Wolfgang Tenbusch (Albaad Deutschland), Sergio Rosales Calderon and Sebastien Monges (BCNonwovens), and Elisabeth Swennenhuis (Magnera Corporation)—to evaluate EU policy tools (SUPD, EMPCO, EPR schemes), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and the performance trade-offs of pulp versus viscose spunlace. The session concludes with a dedicated live Q&A and open floor discussion with the audience.
  • Session 5 — Can Absorbent Hygiene Products Become Circular? Led by EDANA’s Sustainability Director, Rawaa Ammar, this forward-looking session explores actionable circularity for the nonwovens sector. Featuring insights from Jeff Stubbe, CEO of Woosh, the session shares real-world operational lessons on closing the diaper loop and demonstrating that circularity can operate as an economically viable business model rather than a small-scale trial.

Exhibition, Business Meetings & Networking

Beyond the conference hall, OUTLOOK™ 2026 provides extensive commercial and networking platforms:

  • Tabletop Exhibition: A dedicated showcase featuring 20 innovative companies presenting advanced technologies, materials, and services.
  • Private Meeting Rooms: Dedicated business spaces designed for private discussions and commercial partnerships.
  • Evening Social Programme: Delegates will connect during the welcome cocktail at Hotel Miragem and an evening reception at the historic Valverde Sintra Palácio, set in the scenic hills of Sintra.

OUTLOOK™ 2026 is built for decision-makers. Alongside the plenary sessions, the event hosts a curated tabletop exhibition of 20 innovators, dedicated private meeting rooms for commercial discussions, and structured networking. Delegates will also gather for an evening reception at the historic Valverde Sintra Palácio in the Sintra hills.

More than 500 senior leaders across the value chain—raw material suppliers, machine builders, converters, brand owners, and retailers—will attend. You can track industry shifts from behind a desk, but you cannot replace being present when the sector evaluates itself and decides its course.

Registration is open! Companies registering four or more delegates simultaneously receive a 15% discount.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: EDANA

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases In August

WASHINGTON, DC — August 20, 2026 — The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) today released its August 2026 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI), revealing confidence in the equipment finance market is 62.4, easing from the July index of 63.7, but within the elevated range of the past six months. The index provides a qualitative assessment from key executives in the $1.3 trillion equipment finance industry.

August 2026 Survey Results:

  • Business Conditions – When assessing the next four months, 26.1% of responding executives believe business conditions will improve, up from 22.7% in July. Those who believe business conditions will remain the same decreased to 65.2 from 72.7% the previous month. The percentage of executives who believe business conditions will worsen increased to 8.7% from 4.6% in July.
  • Capex Demand – For the next four months, 26.1% of survey respondents believe demand for leases and loans to fund capital expenditures (capex) will increase (down from 28.6% in July). Additionally, 73.9% expect demand to remain the same (up from 66.7% last month), and none believe demand will decline (down from 4.6% in July). 
  • Access to Capital – Over the next four months, 33.3% of respondents expect greater access to capital to fund equipment acquisitions, 66.7% anticipate the “same” access to capital to fund business, and none expect “less” access to capital, all unchanged from July.
  • Employment – Regarding employment over the next four months, 42.9% of executives expect to hire more employees, a decrease from 54.6% in July. Also, 52.4% foresee no change in headcount (up from 36.4% last month), and 4.8% expect to hire fewer employees (down from 9.1% in July).
  • U.S. Economy – Of the respondents, 4.8% evaluate the current U.S. economy as “excellent,” down from 15% in July; 95.2% assess it as “fair,” up from 80% last month; and none evaluate it as “poor,” down from 5% in July.
  • Economic Outlook – Over the next six months, 18.2% of respondents believe that U.S. economic conditions will “get better,” a decrease from 22.7% in July. Another 59.1% expect the U.S. economy to “stay the same,” down from 63.6% last month; and 22.7% believe economic conditions will worsen, an increase from 13.6% in July.
  • Business Development Spending – Over the next six months, 40.9% of respondents believe their company will increase spending on business development activities, 59.1% believe there will be “no change” in business development spending, and none believe there will be a decrease in spending, all unchanged from the previous month.

August 2026 MCI-EFI Survey Comments from Industry Executive Leadership:

Bank, Small Ticket

“As recent activity reporting illustrates, new business volume is increasing and portfolio performance is good. While uncertainty in the economy, rates, politics and world events continues, business volume and performance is a true indicator of the market’s view of the future and it is positive. We have experienced a strong first half of the year and expect the second half to be strong for our business at Wintrust.” David Normandin, CLFP, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wintrust Specialty Finance

Independent, Middle Ticket

“I’m pessimistic on the economy and bullish on our industry — those aren’t in conflict; they’re the same thesis viewed from two ends. Equipment doesn’t stop wearing out because the macro picture gets complicated; what changes is how it gets financed, and a rising-rate, high-inflation environment is where true leasing earns its keep. My number one concern is supply chain risk, and I don’t think our industry has priced it: lessees whose equipment sits idle waiting on a part still owe the payment, and uptime is collateral performance. We’re deploying our pre-recession playbook now, not later — discipline purchased early is cheap; purchased late, it isn’t available at any price.” Jeffry Elliott, CLFP, CEO, Elevex Capital

Independent, Small Ticket

“Two hurdles in front of the economy, that once they are behind us, will open the economy up and reduce inflation, in my opinion. Those are the Iran war and the mid-term elections.” James D. Jenks, CEO, Global Finance and Leasing Services, LLC

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA)

Traci Anelli Joins Association For Linen Management As Vice President Of Marketing & Events

RICHMOND, Ky.  — August 20, 2026 — The Association for Linen Management (ALM) is pleased to announce that Traci Anelli has joined the organization as Vice President of Marketing & Events, bringing extensive experience in marketing, communications, brand strategy, and the commercial laundry industry.

Traci Anelli

Anelli joins ALM after serving as Director of Marketing at G.A. Braun, which became JENSEN Braun following its acquisition by JENSEN-GROUP in December 2025. During her time with the company, she gained firsthand industry experience and developed a strong understanding of the people, challenges, and opportunities shaping the commercial laundry industry.

Her broader background includes leading regional marketing for a global manufacturer in the automotive industry, as well as an early career as a television news producer. Anelli holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a concentration in Video Production from SUNY Fredonia and a Product Marketing Certificate from Cornell University.

In her new role, Anelli will lead ALM’s marketing and event strategies, with a focus on strengthening how the organization connects professionals across the industry with education, resources, events, and one another.

“For me, there’s a different kind of energy that comes with finding a role that just fits — the right people, the right mission, and the feeling that your experience and ideas have a place at the table,” Anelli said. “I’ve learned that the work I love most is bigger than simply marketing products or programs. It’s about bringing people together, making valuable

information and opportunities easier to access, and finding new ways to move an organization and an industry forward. I feel incredibly fortunate to be doing exactly that at ALM.”

Anelli’s arrival comes as ALM continues to expand how it serves laundry and linen professionals throughout their careers, bringing the organization’s marketing, education, events, membership, and partnership efforts into closer alignment.

“There is so much opportunity in this industry, and I’m excited about what we can build together,” Anelli added. “We already have some exciting things taking shape behind the scenes, and I can’t wait to share more about what’s next for ALM and the laundry and linen community.”

“Traci joins ALM at an important point in our growth,” said Sarah Brobeck, President & CEO of ALM. “She brings a strong combination of strategic thinking, creativity, and business acumen, along with a clear understanding of where we are headed. As we continue to strengthen the way we engage our members, grow our reach, and demonstrate the value

of ALM across the industry, Traci is exactly the kind of leader we need on our team. I’m excited about the role she will play in shaping what comes next.”

Anelli will work closely with Brobeck, ALM staff, members, and industry suppliers to grow engagement and expand awareness of ALM’s resources across the textile care industry.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: Association for Linen Management (ALM)

KARL MAYER: Highly Efficient Production Of Mosquito Net Fabrics

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — August 20, 2026 — Mosquitoes may be tiny, but they are far more dangerous than large predators. According to estimates, they are responsible for up to around one million deaths per year. Malaria alone, transmitted by these blood-sucking insects, caused approximately 597,000 deaths among around 263 million cases in 2023.

To protect people from mosquito bites, the World Health Organization (WHO) primarily recommends LLINs (Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets). These long-lasting insecticide-treated mosquito nets are easy to use, highly effective, and inexpensive to manufacture. They can be produced on KARL MAYER warp knitting machines with outstanding efficiency and quality.

Mechanical and Chemical Protection

Mosquito nets are designed to serve both as a physical barrier and as a means of killing or repelling mosquitoes. At the same time, they must allow sufficient air circulation.

Standard mosquito nets made of PES multifilament meet this requirement through defined stitch densities – that is, the number of mesh openings per unit area. This ensures mechanical protection. In addition, the mesh textiles must provide defined strength characteristics to ensure that mosquitoes cannot find any openings. The WHO recommends a bursting strength of at least 505 kPa for multifilament yarns with a count of 100 denier and 220 kPa for 75 denier yarns. /1/

The nets also provide chemical protection through treatment with contact insecticides.

Manufacturing with Maximum Precision

Two-bar tricot machine TM 2

Warp knitted mosquito nets are predominantly produced on two-bar tricot machines, namely the TM 2 and HKS 2-M from KARL MAYER. When PES filament yarns are used, machine gauges of E28 or E32 are typically employed. For processing polyethylene (HDPE) monofilament yarns, E14 is the standard gauge, although slight deviations above or below this value are also common.

The two yarn materials differ in terms of construction, properties, and insecticide application. While PES fabrics are impregnated with the insecticidal agent during the finishing process, the agent is already incorporated into the HDPE granulate before filament production.

On the TM 2 and HKS 2-M, these yarns are transformed into mosquito nets with exceptional productivity and premium quality. Thanks to their outstanding precision, the machines meet the strict requirements regarding dimensional stability, uniformity of mesh openings, tear resistance, and fabric weight.

This precision is essential, as deviations from the specified net structure can ultimately put human lives at risk.

In addition to two-bar tricot machines, three-bar machines in gauge E18 are also used for certain protective applications involving multifilament yarns.

Mosquito Nets: Products with Enormous Market Potential

The global market potential for mosquito nets is enormous. In Africa alone, hundreds of millions of long-lasting insecticidal nets are distributed regularly and typically need to be replaced every three to five years. This creates recurring replacement demand.

Further growth is driven by the fact that mosquito nets are not only an essential healthcare product for billions of people but are increasingly becoming consumer and outdoor products as well. According to Market Intelo, the global mosquito net market was valued at USD 3.2 billion in 2025. By 2034, the market is expected to reach USD 5.1 billion, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. /2/

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: KARL MAYER Verwaltungsgesellschaft SE

Barmag Presents Metering Pump Solutions At ASE China

REMSCHEID, Germany — August 20, 2026 — From September 15 to 17, 2026, Barmag’s Pumps Division will present its solutions for the precise delivery and metering of adhesives, sealants, and other high-viscosity media at ASE China at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The focus of the exhibition will be on high-precision gear metering pumps that help plant managers sustainably optimize material usage, process stability, and product quality. (Booth E4235)

Precision for Adhesives and Sealants

Focus on rising raw material costs: At ASE, Barmag presents material-efficient pump technology for adhesive and sealant applications.

The demands placed on modern adhesive and sealant applications are constantly increasing. Manufacturers expect reproducible dosing results, minimal material loss, and reliable processing in increasingly demanding processes. This is precisely where Barmag’s product portfolio comes into play.

Material efficiency as a competitive advantage
At ASE China, Barmag is focusing in particular on its solutions for hot-melt adhesives, PUR systems, silicones, resins, and two-component adhesives and sealants. The pumps in the GA/GX series, in particular, enable uniform, low-pulsation delivery of these media, thereby contributing to consistently high product quality and reduced material consumption. “Rising raw material costs and increasing quality requirements make precise metering more important today than ever before. With our pumps, we help users make their processes more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective,” explains Andreas Heitzer, Key Account Manager of the Pumps Division.

In addition, with the GA series, Barmag offers metering pump solutions for shear-sensitive media where product properties must be preserved during pumping. This is particularly important for certain reactive adhesives, silicones, or filled sealants. Gentle pumping minimizes product changes and ensures uniform material application. This increases process reliability and ensures consistently high quality of the end product.

Partner for demanding metering applications

With decades of experience in metering technology, Barmag is one of the leading suppliers of high-precision gear metering pumps for industrial applications. These solutions are used worldwide in adhesive, sealant, coating, laminating, and hot-melt systems, as well as in plastics processing. At ASE China, Barmag invites trade visitors to discuss the latest developments in metering and conveying technology and to learn about customized solutions for future adhesive and sealant applications.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: BARMAG – A Subsidiary of the Rieter Group

Crystal International Marks 100% Renewable Electricity Coverage At Three Factories

HONG KONG — August 18, 2026 — Crystal International Group Limited (“Crystal International” or the “Group”) is expediting its renewable energy transition across global operations through a combination of onsite rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, green electricity purchases, and International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs).

Apart from onsite solar PV installation, Crystal International is leveraging I-RECs to advance renewable energy transition as a practical pathway across manufacturing markets.

These measures advance the Group’s Crystal Sustainability Vision 2030 and Net Zero 2050 ambition. To date, 3 intimate factories in Vietnam, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka achieved 100% renewable electricity coverage on a market-based greenhouse gas accounting basis.

In addition to its renewable energy portfolio with 24.6 MW of installed solar PV capacity in the operating countries, Crystal International has been actively sourcing I-RECs and off-site green electricity, to reduce carbon emissions from purchased electricity on a market-based basis. The initiative is in line with the growing customer expectations. The procurement of I-RECs reflects the Group’s practical and progressive approach to accelerating renewable electricity use across complex manufacturing supply chains.

Building on the achievement of 3 factories in Vietnam, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka attaining 100% renewable electricity coverage on a market-based greenhouse gas accounting basis in 2025, Crystal International is continually working with all factories to scale up renewable energy adoption, by purchasing green electricity and I-RECs matched with their grid electricity consumption. Since 2025, the Group has procured 85,600 MWh of I-RECs and green electricity, offsetting 45,200 tCO2e. The Group aims to maximise renewable electricity coverage by 2030.

“Transitioning to renewable electricity requires both immediate action and long-term system transformation. While we continue to invest in on-site solar PV, market-based instruments such as I-RECs and green electricity purchase enable us to support renewable electricity generation while expanding access to clean energy solutions,” said Catherine Chiu, Vice President – Corporate Quality & Sustainability at Crystal International.

Crystal International’s ongoing net zero roadmap comprises a combination of strategies focusing on renewable energy, productivity enhancement, energy efficiency and fuel switching. The Group remains committed to creating long-term value while contributing to global climate actions through continued investment in renewable energy and low-carbon manufacturing.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: Crystal International Group Limited

Erik Moesch Joins Direct Sales Team At Herculite Products, Inc.

EMIGSVILLE, PA — August 17, 2026 — Herculite Products is pleased to announce that Erik Moesch is joining Herculite as the new Northeastern Regional Sales Manager on the Direct Sales Team. Herculite is excited to expand its sales team to support continued strong growth in that market.

Erik Moesch

Erik will oversee the Northeast region of our Direct Sales team, partnering with customers across our engineered solutions, healthcare, agriculture, and tent and structure markets. His experience in relationship-driven sales and strategic account development will help strengthen our presence in these key industries.

Erik holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from East Stroudsburg University and has more than ten years of sales and account management experience. He currently lives in York, Pennsylvania, with his child, girlfriend, and three of their dogs. Erik grew up playing baseball and remains an avid fan to this day. When he’s not at home or watching baseball, you can find him on his local golf course.

At Herculite, we are committed to delivering the highest level of service, support, and innovation in the industry. We are confident that Erik’s energy, communication skills, and customer-focused approach will make him a valuable addition to our team and enable him to contribute meaningfully to our mission.

Posted: August 25, 2026

Source: Herculite®, Inc.

Usha Yarns Secures Growth Equity Investment From Fullerton Carbon Action Fund

CHANDIGARH, India — July 14, 2026 — Usha Yarns Limited (“Usha Yarns”), a producer of high-quality recycled yarns with advanced, well established production processes, today announced a growth equity investment from the Fullerton Carbon Action Fund (“Fullerton”), a private equity strategy managed by Fullerton Fund Management that backs established mid-market companies across Emerging Asia to accelerate decarbonization.

Founded in 1995 and operating recycling and yarn manufacturing units near Chandigarh, Usha Yarns converts post-industrial cotton and recycled PET into yarns sold under its “Puneh” brand. Pre-coloured at the recycling stage, its yarns help customers reduce downstream dyeing costs, while its chain-of-custody and sustainability credentials — validated against several global certifications and benchmarks — align with the circularity and traceability standards that global apparel brands increasingly require.

The investment will support Usha Yarns’ next stage of scale up — expanding recycled yarn capacity, deepening the traceability of its feedstock sourcing, and broadening its supply of high-quality recycled yarns to apparel and textile brands across global markets.

Recycled yarns with verified traceability are fast becoming a supply chain imperative for global apparel brands — and Usha Yarns is one of the few producers already operating at that standard.

“Over more than two decades we have built deep expertise in turning textile waste into high-quality, affordable recycled yarns,” said Anurag Gupta, Managing Director of Usha Yarns. “Fullerton understood our business from the first conversation — not just the financials, but what it actually takes to produce recycled yarn at consistent quality and scale. We look forward to building the next chapter of Usha Yarns together — taking our products to more brands across global markets, with the traceability and reliability they increasingly expect.”

“Mechanical cotton recycling at consistent, brand-grade quality is one of the hardest things to do in textiles, and Usha Yarns is among the very few that have demonstrated it, at scale. As global brands move from sustainability pledges to binding requirements, demand for recycled materials will outpace supply — and our role is to help Usha scale to meet it, adding capacity, broadening the product range and customer base, and backing the promoters with long-term capital, capabilities and networks to build an enduring, institutional-grade business,” said Akhil Jain, Partner at Fullerton Carbon Action Fund.

Posted: August 18, 2026

Source: Usha Yarns Limited

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