Society Of Dyers And Colourists (SDC) Relaunches Its Global Colourist Award For 2024

BRADFORD, England — March 4, 2024 — Long-time education provider Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) is delighted to announce that applications have now reopened for its Global Colourist Award.

The award recognizes the professional achievements of those working across the wider coloration sector. Entries are open to colorists worldwide across the full gamut of specialisms including — but not limited to — textiles, dyes and pigments, leather, food and paint. Production dyers, shift dyers or printing colorists are all eligible.

A £1000 prize is on offer for the chosen recipient, with Advanced Colours and Chemicals Ltd. in Rossendale kindly sponsoring the competition.

The winner will also be invited to the SDC’s all expenses paid Day of Celebration and awards ceremony on November 8, 2024, where they will be presented with a certificate and their prize money.

Applications are welcomed up until the deadline of May and supervisors, managers or directors can also nominate an employee. Alternatively, people can put themselves forward, on the proviso that a referee can confirm their suitability.

Ian Lewis, managing director of Advanced Colours and Chemicals, said: “This award represents recognition of outstanding achievement within the first decade of an individual’s career. There was an excellent array of nominations submitted for last year’s award, so the bar has been set very high!”

Dr Graham Clayton, CEO of SDC, said: “The society is once again delighted to be reopening applications for the Global Colourist Award for a second year running. We’re looking for an outstanding individual who is able to demonstrate enthusiasm, commitment, excellent performance, competence, a contribution to  team effort and strong general knowledge of the coloration industry.”

In addition to the event invitation and the prize money, the winner and their employer will be featured in the SDC’s quarterly members’ magazine, The Colourist. Runners up and those who are highly commended will receive book vouchers to use forSDC’s books or non-textile coloration books, sponsored via other sources.

Highly commended winner for 2023, Hannah Rampley, teaching technician at the University of Manchester, said: “Being selected as last year’s Global Colourist was completely unexpected and was a huge achievement for me, so thank you to the judges for selecting me as their winner and to the SDC for the award.

“It’s not often that technicians get recognized for the work that they do to educate and inspire students so it was a huge honor to receive this accolade.

“I look forward to seeing how my future career in color will develop and receiving this from the SDC has given me a huge confidence boost and  made me really look forward to what will come next!”

Judging of the entries will take place in June, with interviews scheduled in early September. The winner will be notified in mid-September.

For details on how to nominate/enter please visit the SDC website: https://sdc.org.uk/colour-competitions/global-colourist-award-2024/

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC)

Precision Textiles Launches IQFIT Comfort, Sustainable FR Solution For Promotionally Priced Mattresses

FAIRFIELD, N.J. — March 4, 2024 — In a move designed to provide its customers with an all-in-one FR solution for their mattress collections, Precision Textiles, a trailblazer in textile innovation and a leading supplier for the bedding, home furnishings, automotive and healthcare industries, has engineered a new product called IQFIT Comfort.

As part of its IQFIT family of products, IQFIT Comfort is designed for use by both mattress manufacturers and cut and sew cover suppliers and is geared toward the residential and hospitality markets. Its fabric is sustainably sourced with FR capabilities just like the company’s IQFIT product collection with a more comfortable and flexible design.

“Introducing IQFIT Comfort marks yet another milestone in our commitment to the bedding industry and represents our dedication to continually pushing the boundaries of comfort and functionality,” said Scott Tesser, CEO of Precision Textiles. “Not only does this product deliver exceptional comfort but it also offers versatile applications, catering to the needs of both residential and hospitality markets.”

By utilizing a comfort focused knit construction combined with the latest FR Chemistry, (Prop 65 compliant) IQFIT Comfort significantly improves comfort and flexibility and is perfect for promotionally priced, compression packed mattress designs.

IQFIT Comfort allows for a single solution CFR 1633 compliant application and outer cover making it a more efficient approach to mattress constructions.

“In an industry that is perpetually seeking cost efficiencies and streamlined production, Precision Textiles remains a standout,” said Garrett Graven product development manager and textile engineer. “Our research showed that mattresses in the promotional category prioritize basic functionality and price making IQFIT Comfort the perfect solution. It seamlessly combines cost-effectiveness and function with exceptional comfort and is tailored precisely for this consumer segment.”

IQFIT Comfort’s patent pending product design aligns with current USDA Bio-Preferred product assortments reaffirming Precision Textile’s dedication to sustainable manufacturing methods. It will make its official debut this March at the ISPA Expo 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Precision Textiles

Bally Ribbon Mills Highlight 3D Weaving Capabilities At JEC World 2024

BALLY, Pa. — March 4, 2024 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), an industry innovator in the design, development, and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, announces it will highlight its 3D weaving capabilities at JEC World 2024, which will be held on March 5-7, 2024, in Paris-Nord Villepinte, France, Booth #6M38. BRM will highlight its film infusion capabilities for 3D woven joints; woven thermal protection systems (TPS); and advanced woven composite 3D structures, including 3D near-net shapes.

In BRM’s film infusion process, a frozen sheet or film of resin is infused onto the custom 3D woven joint. Film-infused 3D woven joints ship as premade assemblies, ensuring consistent quality control from the industry-leading experts in fabrication and saving customers the cost of infusing the resin themselves. BRM has perfected the science and art of 3-D continuous weaving to fabricate such structures as “Pi – π,” double “T,” “H,” and other complex shapes. Offering the optimal blend of strength, durability, and structural integrity, these complex woven structures are used primarily in aerospace applications, often in airframe structural components and subassemblies including stiffeners and joints.

Those who visit the booth will see lightweight materials like 3-D woven fabrics and learn about our multifunctional thermal protection systems (TPS) for atmospheric re-entry. BRM has implemented innovative weaving technologies to develop complex webbing for aerospace products. The woven TPS billet to be showcased at the booth is part of a line of products that was selected as the critical component of the heat shield on the Orion Crew Capsule, which helps protect against the extreme temperatures of atmospheric re-entry.

In partnership with NASA, BRM developed the 3D Orthogonally woven 3DMAT Quartz Material for the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV) compression pads. The 3DMAT Quartz Material was recently named the 2023 NASA Government Invention of the Year.

Also on display are lightweight, cost-effective, advanced woven 2-D and 3-D composite structures. Using a multi-dimensional continuous weaving method, BRM produces textiles that can be fabricated into near net-shape structures. These advanced weaving capabilities offer customers new solutions that reduce weight and cost. The technology weaves complex shapes automatically, eliminating many costly, time-consuming, and labor-intensive processes.

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM

ColossusTex Revolutionizes Textile Industry With Groundbreaking Launch Of Graphene Yarn At Bharat Tex 2024

FARIDABAD, India — March 4, 2024 — ColossusTex, a pioneering force in the textile supply chain, has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation and sustainability by unveiling the revolutionary GRAPHENE YARN at Bharat Tex 2024, the premier textile industry event. With over 25 years of expertise across the textile value chain, ColossusTex continues to lead the way in addressing industry challenges and propelling businesses towards a sustainable and efficient future.

ColossusTex Team at Bharat Tex 2024

GRAPHENE YARN, the latest addition to ColossusTex’s product portfolio, boasts a myriad of benefits that set it apart from traditional yarns. With an antibacterial rate of 99%, the Graphene Yarn inhibits bacterial growth, eliminates odors, and significantly reduces the chance of skin diseases. The incorporation of far-infrared health care technology promotes microcirculation on the body surface, enhances blood circulation, and boosts cellular metabolism. Additionally, its antiviral properties showcase an impressive inactivation rate against SARS-CoV-2 (99%), H1N1 (99.99%), and HFMD (96.89%).

The Anion Generation feature of the Graphene Yarn not only purifies the skin surface but also contributes to purifying the air. UV protection ensures a shield against harmful rays, reducing the risk of skin diseases. Moreover, the anti-mites property inhibits the reproduction of mites, thereby reducing skin problems. The Graphene Yarn is available in various polymers, including Polyester Filament, Nylon Filament, and Cotton Nylon Blends, offering versatile solutions for a wide range of applications.

In addition to the groundbreaking launch of Graphene Yarn, ColossusTex introduced innovative yarns specifically designed for footwear. These new additions further showcase ColossusTex’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the textile industry and providing cutting-edge solutions for various applications.

Furthermore, ColossusTex unveiled three new yarns – Cotlook, Magic Sparkle, and Silkshine – aimed at reducing yarn consumption in the carpet industry. These innovations not only contribute to making businesses more sustainable but also highlight ColossusTex’s dedication to minimizing environmental impact across the textile value chain.

Mr. Rohit Dev Sethi, Managing Director, ColossusTex, expressed his enthusiasm about the latest developments, stating, “ColossusTex’s Graphene Yarn marks a significant leap in innovation and sustainability. We are thrilled to launch this groundbreaking product, a testament to our unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries. These advancements underscore our dedication to future-proofing businesses, ensuring sustainability, and delivering substantial returns on investments through tailored and groundbreaking approaches. We are grateful for the positive observations and appreciation from esteemed ministry officials, reinforcing our belief in the transformative impact of graphene technology.”

He further added, “We are very glad to receive the appreciation from Smt. Shubhra, Trade Advisor, Ministry of Textile, Shri Anil Kumar, Director, Ministry of Textile, Shri Prashant Kumar Meena, Joint Mission Director, Ministry of Textile for our new products.”

ColossusTex stands as an industry pioneer, spearheading transformative advancements within the textile sector and championing positive change. Through its innovative initiatives, the company is actively shaping a more sustainable and efficient future for the entire industry. Emphasizing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, ColossusTex consistently pushes boundaries to redefine standards. Its commitment to environmental responsibility and resource efficiency not only sets a benchmark for the textile sector but also inspires others to follow suit. By combining forward-thinking strategies with a dedication to sustainability, ColossusTex remains a driving force in fostering a textile industry that aligns with the principles of environmental stewardship and progress.

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: ColossusTex

Jones Family Of Companies Announces Growth And New Developments

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — March 1, 2024 — The Jones Family of Companies is pleased to announce several exciting new developments in the nearly 90-year history of the company.

Third Generation Becomes Majority Stakeholder

Ralph Jones

Ralph Jones, III, CEO and chairman of the board — and the third generation of family leadership of the company — has reinvested in the company by becoming its majority shareholder.

“Jones has been in my family for nearly nine decades,” he said. “It is important not just to me but to the employees and customers of this company to show my dedication to helping our Jones Family of Companies to remain industry leaders for the next generations.”

Expansions and Acquisitions

Besides Jones’ and additional fourth-generation investments, the company made several significant expansions to its production capacity by expanding to another production location in Charlotte, N.C., and acquiring Cades Consulting, which provides mechanical and engineering consulting and maintenance services across the country for the textile industry.

“Bringing Cades on board will dramatically increase our services to the nonwovens industry,” said Ralph Jones. “We now have the ability to not only grow our own business but also provide support services to other nonwovens manufacturers across the U.S.”

Personnel Promotions

Late 2023 also brought several personnel changes. Chris Winston, former lead trainer at the Humboldt plant with 25 years of employment at Jones, was promoted to production manager at the company’s new production plant in Charlotte. Additionally, longtime employee Scott Peters was promoted to plant manager of Jones’ Rontex America plant in Amherst, N.H. Rontex is a Tier 2 and Tier 3 supplier providing sustainable, carded and needled nonwovens for a wide range of automotive applications.

“Chris and Scott represent the best of Jones,” said Scott Butler, president of Jones. “Employees like them are a rare gift: hardworking, enthusiastic about our products, and people of integrity. I look forward to their future successes in their new roles.”

Automotive Supplier

In addition, Jones is now a Tier 2 automotive supplier providing nonwovens to automotive OEMs across the country. Nonwoven textiles feature prominently in automotive manufacturing as carpeting, speaker cloth, and heat and sound insulation.

“We are excited by what is to come for Jones,” said Ralph Jones. “Our best days are ahead of us, rather than behind, and there are more good things yet to come.”

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Jones Family of Companies

Discover The Finest Softness Nuances Of Textiles With emtec’s Tactile Sensation Analyzer (TSA) At Techtextil Frankfurt

LEIPZIG, Germany — March 4, 2024 — The emtec TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer determines an objective number on the way a fabric subjectively feels to the touch. Combined with the cloud-based Virtual Haptic Library, the results are automatically digitized and categorized, making them accessible and easily searchable worldwide in real time. This enables greater transparency and traceability of the supply chain, but minimizes logistical, environmental and economic costs.

TSA2

Alexander Gruener, global business development manager for emtec Electronic, gives an application example about the potential impact of the TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer and the Virtual Haptic Library on the textile industry´s quality control: “Manufacturers of textile products can use the device to test the quality of their production on a frequent basis. The TSA test data can be transferred to the cloud automatically, if it is used together with the device. The textile producer’s customers can have access to the data at any time and in case of any quality issues – one or more of the haptic quality parameters is out of specification – the system automatically informs the customer. This creates transparency in the business relationship of textile producer and its customers and allows a quick intervention and reaction, which helps to avoid tons of waste as well as the complete failure of whole collections in the stores.”

Beside parameters as softness (coming from the fibers), smoothness (coming from the surface structure) and stretch and recovery (flexibility of the fabric), the emtec TSA objectively and reliably measures further individual components of the touch, such as thermo-haptic, friction, crumple or drape behavior. The results offer unparalleled accuracy in assessing the tactile qualities of textiles, ensuring that manufacturers can meet the highest standards of quality and comfort. Comparisons of results with traditional hand panel testing methods using “touch experts” reveal a correlation of up to 100%.

If this piqued your curiosity, visit the emtec booth F35 in hall 12.0 at Techtextil in Frankfurt/Main, Germany. Stefan Ruebesam (emtec Area Sales Manager), Eric Haagen (emtec Area Sales Manager) and Sandra Vogt (emtec Global Marketing Manager) will be on site to answer all questions, demonstrate the functions of the innovative device, and explain the advantages in combination with the virtual database!

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: emtec Electronic GmbH

The 61st Edition Of Filo Concludes With Positive Results

BIELLA, Italy — February 29, 2024 — The 61st edition of Filo, the International Yarns and Fibres Exhibition, closed at Allianz MiCo Milan registering highly positive results.

The lively atmosphere among the booths and the areas of the Exhibition of Yarns and Fibres rewarded high-quality collections, which incorporate innovation and search for sustainability of Italian and foreign textile manufacturers.

Buyers’ flow was n particularly intense from the first day of the exhibition, as well as during the second one. Worth underlining is the growth in foreign visitors, since it strengthens a trend that has now been recorded for several editions and also affects exhibitors from abroad. Concerning buyers, the long collaboration between Filo and ITA Agency allowed to organise the visit of a delegation made up of 27 foreign professionals coming from France, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Turkey, China, Denmark, Tunisia, South Korea. Thanks to the cooperation between Filo and the Piedmont Region, it was possible to welcome to the fair a delegation made up of 10 buyers, coming from Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Portugal, and the U.K., that participated in the fair thanks to Textile Integrated Supply Chain (PIF) Project of Piedmont Region, funded by P.R.FESR 2021-2027, carried out through the Regional Agency for Internationalisation. In addition, at the end of the exhibition, the group of buyers took part in a study tour in Biella district, to delve into the production excellence of Biella territory.

Paolo Monfermoso, responsible of Filo, said: “The 61st edition closed very positively. From the first opinions collected among the exhibitors, there’s satisfaction for the job done during the fair. Once more, Filo proved to be a unique working platform, totally reserved to the professionals belonging to the industry: textile professionals are aware of finding at Filo high-quality collections and services aiming at facilitating the collaborations and the match between demand and supply of yarns and materials. Speaking of collaborations, once again, the presence of dyeing mills, and associations and producers representing the world of natural and man-made fibres was particularly appreciated by all operators who participated in the fair, precisely because it fosters an effective dialogue among the companies working in the different steps of the supply chain which can lead to interesting product developments.”

The main topic of the 61st edition was the circularity in textile industry. The inauguration ceremony specifically dealt with this topic, starting from a concrete example: the pilot project of Recycling Hub of Biella district. Speakers of the round table were Elena Chiorino, Councillor of Education and Merit, Employment and Training of Piedmont Region, Sergio Tamborini, President of SMI -Sistema Moda Italia, Paolo Barberis Canonico, Vice-President of Unione Industriale Biellese, Marco Farina, Responsible for the Assessment and Development of the Projects of A2A Ambiente, and Giovanni Marchi, President of MagnoLab.

Paolo Monfermoso also underlined: “As President Tamborini said, the textile-apparel-fashion industry needs to face sustainability, also through the creation of an alternative supply chain committed in recycling materials. We are particularly pleased that the Recycling Hub in Biella has been introduced here, at Filo, by involving in the discussion the protagonists who contributed to design and implement the pilot project. The project involves the whole supply chain, and it lays its foundations on the collaboration between institutional and industrial players, and it is oriented to find effective solutions to the actual and urgent challenges for companies working in this sector, in line with the approach that Filo shares and promotes in all its activities.”

Filo would like to thank all exhibitors and visitors who, despite the difficult situation, have shown during the two days of fair a strong desire to give new impetus and a strong willingness to overcome any kind of problem, also geopolitical ones, through hard work.

The 62nd edition of Filo will be held on the 18th and the 19th of September 2024 at Allianz MiCo-Milan.

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Filo

Indorama Ventures Evolves Its Business Strategy As It Pivots Towards Structural Shifts In The Global Chemical Industry

BANGKOK, Thailand — March 4, 2024 — Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd., a global sustainable chemical producer, unveiled a significant evolution in its business strategy and outlined how major structural shifts are reshaping the chemical industry, creating opportunities for the company to emerge stronger from the current downturn and benefit from its unique global model in the longer term.

Aloke Lohia

Ahead of the company’s annual Capital Markets Day (CMD) in Bangkok on March 5, Aloke Lohia, Group CEO of Indorama Ventures, pointed to industry mega-trends that are forging fundamental long-term changes in global chemical markets, prompting a significant review of the company’s strategy. He described how subdued local demand in China is driving overcapacity and fueling cheap exports, while low feedstock prices in North America are adding to supply due to increased competitiveness.

At the same time, unprecedented macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds are weighing on global consumption, impacting Indorama Ventures’ margins and volumes in FY23, and leading to a 53-percent decline in earnings. Lohia said feedstock prices in Western markets will increase over time as peak oil demand draws closer and refineries shut down, while the reverse will occur in emerging Asian markets as capacity rises, driving feedstock costs lower. Indorama Ventures’ unique integrated manufacturing model allows it to benefit from lower feedstock prices through ‘make or buy’ strategies that reduce working capital and interest costs.

At its CMD, the company will outline details of its new IVL 2.0 strategy to adapt to the unprecedented industry conditions. It will deleverage its business in a prolonged environment of higher interest rates, while right sizing its operations and optimizing competitiveness to improve shareholder returns over the next three years and emerge stronger as demand normalizes in the longer term. Indorama Ventures is accelerating the transformation programs it started in 2021, including implementing new data management tools and intelligent dashboards that allow its experienced managers to predict market changes in real time and respond to shifts more effectively.

Lohia said: “Change is a constant in our industry. We have embraced similar seismic events in our thirty-year history and emerged stronger than before. In 2023, we recognized that the ecosystem has changed, and what worked for us in the past will not work going forward. We had to devise a new strategy to operate successfully within the new ground rules, leveraging the highly successful global model we built over decades. In recent months, each of our businesses has undergone a stringent review, with detailed plans now in place to optimize our assets, processes, and our organization, and focus on enhancing earnings quality over the next three years.”

Today, Indorama Ventures has an unparalleled global footprint, with leadership in sustainable and growing markets, following a remarkable era of expansion during which it made some 50 acquisitions over 20 years to build its unique global model. Lohia expressed continued confidence in the long-term growth potential of its business, which is tied to macro-consumer trends as populations grow and modernize and demand more sustainable products that improve their lives and the environment.

Under IVL 2.0, the company will optimize its asset footprint, improve cashflow, and significantly reduce debt levels as it switches to new priorities of enhancing earnings quality and maximizing shareholder value. Measures include a $2.5 billion reduction in Net Debt to around $4.3 billion in 2026, including generating $0.8 billion in cashflow from operational improvements and a further $1.7 billion from strategic corporate actions including divestments, asset actions, and select business listings. These steps are aimed at reducing its Debt to EBITDA ratio to less than 3x.

Lohia said: “Our new strategy is a significant financial pivot. Now that we have the scale, we will leverage our global footprint and strong client relationships and optimize our costs so that we can generate enhanced long-term sustainable profit growth. We are also deleveraging our balance sheet, which will give us more flexibility to restore our company to a more sustainable growth path based on strict capital discipline and international standards of leverage.”

Four strategic objectives will underpin transformation over the next three years. First, the asset optimization program aims to increase the company’s operating rate from 74% to 89%, including moving to lower-cost facilities and right-sizing manufacturing capacity. Second, the launch of Project Olympus 2.0, the company’s cost optimization program, will build on the success of Olympus 1.0 to unlock a further $450 million run rate efficiency gains by 2026. Third, the sale of non-core assets and other value-unlocking strategies aims to generate about $1.3 billion in cash proceeds. Finally, the company is leveraging its leadership in sustainability innovation to drive a $350 million per year value uplift.

Integrated Oxides and Derivatives (IOD), the newest of Indorama Ventures’ three business segments, will be renamed ‘Indovinya’ as management focuses its Downstream portfolio in high-potential markets including Home & Personal Care, Crop Solutions, Coatings & Solutions, and Energy & Resources. As part of the action, the segment’s Intermediate Chemicals assets, comprising integrated PEO, integrated EG and MTBE, will move to Indorama Ventures’ Combined PET (CPET) segment. This will further optimize and strengthen CPET’s integrated offering.

These bold measures build on the company’s far-reaching transformation programs already in place since 2021, as well as the strident steps taken in 2023 to improve competitiveness and generate operating cash flow. During the year, Project Olympus 1.0 drove $527 million in run rate efficiency gains by 2023. From 1Q24, the completed rollout of the SAP S/4HANA enterprise system will unlock further value as the spine of the company’s digital transformation strategy. As part of its asset optimization program, in Q423 the company undertook a $308 million non-cash impairment of its partly completed PTA-PET plant in Corpus Christi, Texas, which is on hold while the joint venture partners reassess its future. Indorama Ventures’ succession planning program has identified a next generation of managers as its three business segments work towards becoming increasingly independent operations.

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited

INDA’s 2024 Board Of Directors Welcomes Five New Members

CARY, N.C. — March 4, 2024 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced the election of five new members to serve on its 2024 board of directors. The board of directors play a key role in advancing INDA’s strategic objectives, actively supporting both the industry and the membership. Their primary responsibility lies in ensuring that INDA remains responsive to the evolving needs of its members and the broader nonwovens industry, guiding the formulation of policies and programs.

“I am pleased to welcome five industry leaders whose strong skills, experience, and insights will greatly benefit INDA,” remarked Tony Fragnito, president of INDA. “Leveraging their collective knowledge, INDA will continue as the destination for industry and technical expertise, workforce development solutions, market intelligence, and sustainability insights within the nonwovens sector.”

The five new Board members include:

Jaren J. Edwards, President, Stein Fibers

Jaren Edwards graduated Summa Cum Laude from NC State University with a degree in Textile Engineering. Following graduation, he began his career at Stein Fibers as a sales representative. In 2009, Edwards was promoted to Vice President of Sales and responsible for leading the domestic and international sales team. During this leadership tenure, he moved the sales organization from a traditional sales mentality to a progressive business development and profit generation focus. In 2021, Edwards was promoted to President of Stein Fibers to begin leading a defined 5-year growth strategy for the organization.

Edward McNally, Sales Director Nonwovens, Oerlikon Nonwoven

Edward NcNally began his career with ITT Federal Systems, Vandenberg AFB, CA as a Range Safety Engineer assigned to the Minuteman and MX Missile Systems Group. He was then recruited by Raytheon Missiles System Division, Mass., as a Design Engineer for the PATRIOT missile defense system, spending several years in Japan as a technical liaison between Raytheon and the Japan Defense Agency. McNally then returned to the States to join Johnson Yokogawa as a Controls System Engineer. He left the defense business to enter the Nonwovens world by joining a small startup company, J and M Laboratories, Ga. Initially a Sales Engineer for the U.S., Mr. McNally went on to gain responsibility for sales of J and M’s Meltblown, Spunbond and SMS equipment provisions globally. As Sales Director Nonwoven at Oerlikon Nonwoven (Germany), he continues to be responsible for these activities today.

McNally earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from DeVry Institute of Technology in Dallas. He went on to earn his MBA, with the emphasis on International Business, from Regis University in Denver, Colo.

Thomas Olsen, Senior Vice President, Americas Business Area, Suominen

Thomas Olsen is currently senior vice president, Americas Business Area at Suominen. Prior to joining Suominen, he was vice president, Healthcare Sales, Transcendia; senior director, Healthcare and Specialties Sales, Berry Global Inc.; and sales manager, Eli Lilly & Company – Pharmaceuticals.

Patricia A Sargeant, Vice President, Glatfelter Corp.

Patricia A. Sargeant has more than 20 years of technical and global commercial experience within the paper machine manufacturing industry and currently holds the position of vice president, Global Sales and Customer Service at Glatfelter. She is also a member of the senior executive team. During her tenure at Glatfelter, Sargeant has partnered with the Innovation, Sales and Operations teams to develop and successfully execute a comprehensive new business development strategy. In addition to identifying and cultivating new strategic sales opportunities, she has provided leadership for key strategic negotiations, as well as oversight to the Airlaid Materials’ marketing and global product management capabilities. Sargeant has led a high performing commercial team that forges strong customer relationships and delivers world-class customer service around the globe. Sargeant is excited to join the board to serve and further advance industry interests in partnership with this important organization.

Sargeant earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, a Business Management Certification from the University of Ottawa (Canada) and completed the international executive education program at the INSEAD Business School in Fontainebleau, France. She is a native of Canada and has lived across the globe in the U.S, and Europe. Sargeant is conversant in French and English.

Paul Wood, President, Ontex North America

Paul Wood joined the executive committee of Ontex in the new role of president North America, on April 1, 2023. Wood brings a vast experience in general management and commercial leadership, having worked for several large fast-moving consumer goods companies including Frito Lay, Heinz, Samsung and most recently as the chief commercial officer for Church & Dwight. He has an intimate knowledge of the U.S. marketplace including consumer trends, retailer insights and emerging go-to-market strategies, all of which are key to unlocking growth potential in North America. Wood received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas and a master’s degree from Webster University.

INDA’s Board of Directors

The Board is comprised of elected Board Officers. One-third of the entire Board is elected each year for a three-year term by INDA’s general membership. INDA’s Executive Committee, empowered to act on behalf of the Board between meetings, consists of the Board Officers plus appointees.

The Executive Committee includes these officers and appointees:

  • Chair: Mark Thornton, Vice President, The Procter & Gamble Company
  • Vice Chair: Barbara Lawless, VP of Sales and Marketing – Medical Products, Precision Fabrics Group, Inc.
  • Past Chair: Bryan Haynes, Senior Technical Director for Global Nonwovens, Kimberly-Clark Corporation
  • Appointee: Mike Clark, President, Filtration Solutions, Hollingsworth & Vose Company
  • Appointee: Jodi Russell, Vice President R&D, Cleaning Innovation, Packaging & Sustainability, The Clorox Company
  • Appointee: Jeff Stafford, Vice President of Nonwovens, Milliken & Company
  • Appointee: Robert Weilminster, EVP & General Manager, US & Canada – Health, Hygiene and Specialties Division, Berry Global
  • Appointee: Tom Zaiser, CEO, Indorama Ventures

Posted: March 5, 2024

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

ARKEMA Will Be Attending This Year’s JEC Edition With A Unique Portfolio Of Materials For Composites

COLOMBES, France — February 29, 2024 — Through its Resins, Additives and Adhesives, Arkema offers higher performance and more sustainable solutions to meet the demands of the Composites market.

PI ADVANCED MATERIALS SHOWCASES FOR THE 1ST TIME WITH ARKEMA
After Arkema acquired a majority stake in PI Advanced Materials in South Korea, the two companies will be showcasing polyimide films that are able to withstand extreme temperatures while preserving dimensional stability, offering excellent electrical properties and flexibility.

PI Advanced Materials is a prominent supplier of various types of polyimide films for diverse applications, particularly those suitable for the consolidation or curing of high-temperature thermoset and thermoplastic composites, spanning a wide range of thicknesses.

PI films are used in various industries, including smart devices, electric vehicles, semiconductors, displays, aerospace, and industrial applications.

SMART ADHESIVES – Bostik will reveal its adhesive solutions to bond and repair composite parts, with a focus on its structural adhesives MMA SAF&FIT and Pliogrip™ range of 2Kpolyurethane and epoxy structural adhesives, Born2Bond™ Instant Adhesives, and SMP sealants. Bostik will also present its low-profile additives (LPA) to improve the intrinsic properties of composite materials, such as their chemical, thermal and mechanical resistance in Sheet Molding and Bulk Molding Compound (SMC, BMC).

UNLEASHING THE FUTURE WITH ARKEMA’S UDX® TAPES – Arkema is proud to present a range of semi-finished composite products under the UDX® brand. These products take the form of unidirectional carbon fiber tapes, each impregnated with high-performance thermoplastic polymers.

Major on-going developments with UDX tapes are high pressures vessels for hydrogen and high-performance sports equipment’s.

BEYOND UDX TAPES: FABRICS AND CHIPS – We also offer other semi-finished products based on UDX tapes, such as fabrics and chips, for specific applications. Additionally, scraps from traditional UD tape processing can be chipped and recycled for other highly demanding applications.

REINFORCE SYSTEM TOUGHNESS – New Clearstrength® MBS core-shell toughening agents offer extensive formulation versatility. Clearstrength® E980 has improved dispersion properties while high-performance Clearstrength® XT152 is designed for lower polarity (meth)acrylic monomers and hydrophobic resins.

LOWER VOCS – Sartomer® reactive diluents, crosslinkers and binders reduce VOCs and improve mechanical properties in thermoset, thermoplastic and bio composites. The offering includes bio-based options with more than 25% bio-content.

THE INTELLIGENT COMPOSITES OF TOMORROW – Compared to standard piezoelectric ceramics, sensors based on Piezotech® can be mounted on curved surfaces because they are flexible. Also, due to their polymeric nature, they can be integrated into the core of composite like tanks and can be printed on large surfaces. The absence of toxic and non-recyclable heavy metals, their light weight and low energy consumption make them the materials of choice.

PARTNERSHIP – Arkema is partnering with WW technologies, a technology licensing company, and MultiMaterial-Welding, licensor of Woodwelding® technology, to provide an innovative fixation technique based on Rilsan® Polyamide 11. WW technologies offers efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable fixation solutions using ultrasonic energy to create bonds in porous materials such as sandwich panels, non-compatible polymers or foams.  MultiMaterial-Welding is an expert in fastener technology logistics. Rilsan® Polyamide 11, which is 100% bio-based, is being offered as the next generation fastening technology due to its exceptional mechanical properties, versatility in various designs and substrates, and excellent applicative performance.

Building on its unique set of expertise in materials science, Arkema offers a portfolio of first-class technologies to address ever-growing demand for new and sustainable materials. With the ambition to become in 2024 a pure player in Specialty Materials, the Group is structured into 3 complementary, resilient and highly innovative segments dedicated to Specialty Materials – Adhesive Solutions, Advanced Materials, and Coating Solutions – accounting for some 91% of Group sales in 2022, and a well-positioned and competitive Intermediates segment. Arkema offers cutting-edge technological solutions to meet the challenges of, among other things, new energies, access to water, recycling, urbanization and mobility, and fosters a permanent dialogue with all its stakeholders. The Group reported sales of around € 11.5 billion in 2022, and operates in some 55 countries with 21,100 employees worldwide.

Posted: March 2, 2024

Source: ARKEMA

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