TRSA 110th Annual Conference

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — October 26, 2023 — TRSA’s 110th Annual Conference was held this Oct. 10-12 at The Ritz-Carlton Tiburon Golf Resort Hotel in Naples, FL. Nestled between the beach and the golf course, the conference connected key linen, uniform and facility services industry leaders, allowing an opportunity to mix professional development and industry updates with several networking opportunities including an interactive charcuterie building challenge, the TRSA Open Nine-Hole Golf Tournament and an optional brewery tour.

UniFirst’s Executive Vice President Michael Croatti, who has attended four Annual Conferences, enjoys attending the TRSA Annual Conferences for the chance to network and learn from others. He was impressed by the 2023 Naples location and said, “It was a great destination, with good networking opportunities, fun team building events and valuable insights. I took three pages of notes.”

The 110th Annual Conference’s agenda offered a wide range of general and breakout sessions, including a pair of keynote speakers. Walter Bond, a former NBA player who is now a motivational speaker, best-selling author, business coach and co-founder of a leading professional training and development organization, talked about using motivation to overcome obstacles that stand in your way, allowing your business to generate momentum toward winning.

The second keynoter, Andrew Davis, CEO, Monumental, has been recognized as one of the industry’s “Jaw-Dropping Marketing Speakers,” and is a mainstay on global marketing influencer lists. Davis has crafted documentary films and award-winning content. During his keynote session, titled “The Cube of Creativity: Why adding constraints sparks innovation, action and delivers out-sized results,” Davis discussed how some threats help spark creativity and innovation.

Four breakout sessions at the conference included the following topics:

  • Hiring and retention
  • A panel of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) experts
  • Economic and Industry Update from the Robert W. Baird Facility & Industrial 
Services Research Team and Andrew Wittmann CFA, director, senior research analyst
  • Intelligent business growth

Attendee Jim Buik, president and owner of Roscoe Co., was impressed with the AI general session, Artificial Intelligence (AI): From Sci-Fi to Production and Profitability that Charles Irizarry led. Buik stated, “I picked up some great ideas from Andrew’s session.” A global panel included Hartmut Engler, managing director, CWS Workwear International, Duisburg, Germany; Ray Hayes, executive director – innovation & capability, Specialized Linen Services, Victoria, Australia; Jim Kearns, executive vice president, Alsco Inc., Salt Lake City; and Xavier Martiré, CEO, Elis Group, Saint Cloud, France. The panel focused on industry growth from a global and local perspective. Buik added, “Ray (Hayes) provided the best insights that a local independent could use.”

During the State of the Association and Annual Membership Meeting, TRSA leaders provided an annual update on the association’s finances and member-driven initiatives. At the meeting, attendees saw the re-election of three board members – Brian Herington, PureStar Group, Las Vegas; Liz Remillong, Crothall Laundry Services, Huntersville, NC; and Steve Sintros, UniFirst Corp., Wilmington, MA – as well as the election of new board members Theresa Garcia, Division Laundry and Cleaners, San Antonio; and Josh Wildman, Wildman Uniform and Linen, Warsaw, IN.

During the meeting, attendees also gained insight into the development of TRSA certification programs, in-person and virtual events, information-sharing opportunities and industry-specific training.

The 110th Annual Conference also offered Industry Awards recognition, including the Operator and Supplier Partner Lifetime Achievement Awards. Jim Vaudreuil, president, Huebsch Services, Eau Claire, WI, accepted the Operator Award, while Jeff Belcher, the former president and owner of Alliant Systems, Irving, TX, was selected as the Maglin- Biggie Lifetime Achievement Award honoree for supplier-partner executives. For more information, visit www.trsa.org/awards.

The event kicked off with a Supplier Partner Council meeting and welcome reception for all attendees. Activities for spouses and/or significant others included a welcome meet and greet, morning yoga class on the beach and a chef-led cooking class.

Sponsors of the event included Royal Basket Trucks, JENSEN USA Inc., Kannegiesser ETECH, Ellis Corp., Pellerin Milnor Corp., Unitex International Inc., G.A. Braun Inc., Brim Laundry Machinery Co. Inc., Lavatec Laundry Technology Inc., Monarch Brands, Alliant Systems, ARCO/Murray and The Clean Show presented by Texcare.

Kasey Wahl, sales and marketing director, Amtex Innovations, summed up the conference by noting that, “The conference was great, the keynote speakers were awesome, breakout sessions fantastic and the networking is unbeatable. I highly recommend coming to the Annual Conference.” Next year, the 111th Annual Conference will take place Sept. 24-26 at the Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO.

Posted: October30, 2023

Source: TRSA

Chargeurs PCC Consolidates Its Global Presence And Accelerates On Digital With New Executive Appointments

PARIS — October 30, 2023 — Chargeurs PCC, a manufacturer of interlining and interior components for clothing, a division of Chargeurs group, continues its growth path and invests in digital transformation and human resources development. With the promotion of Giorgio Marcarino as Worldwide Chief Commercial Officer, the company redefines its structure to further strengthen its global presence. Francisco Ros, currently Country Manager of the Iberian region, takes over the role of General Manager Emea, until now occupied by Marcarino, while two new executives with solid skills and significant international experience are added: Luca Faccioli as Chief Information Officer and Bertrand Venault as Chief People Officer.

In his new position, Giorgio Marcarino will be in charge of leading all Chargeurs PCC sales activities, enhancing the “glocal” model, which allows the company to propose an increasingly customised offer and service, reducing the environmental impact while maintaining the focus on scalability and global dimension.

Gianluca Tanzi, Chairman and CEO of Chargeurs PCC, commented: “With his proven experience and in-depth knowledge of the product and dynamics of the textile industry, Giorgio Marcarino is the right person to coordinate Chargeurs PCC expansion plans and, together with recent appointments of Luca Faccioli and Bertrand Venault in strategic functions such as IT and Human Resources, will help consolidate our position as a pioneer in innovation, research and product offering.”

The appointment of Luca Faccioli is part of the drive to lead the digital transformation of Chargeurs PCC, promoting innovation throughout the business. The pillars of this journey will involve strategic development, technology integration, change management and the implementation of data- and security-based decision-making. Bertrand Venault will concretise the Group’s broader plan to enhance human capital through the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion and the implementation of training programmes to support employees in their personal development and growth, as well as in the achievement of corporate objectives. He will succeed as of January current CPO Françoise Colombier, who after 35 years in the group, is helping with the transition.

GIORGIO MARCARINO

An executive with in-depth knowledge of the product and textile world with a focus on the luxury sector, Giorgio Marcarino has decades of experience in marketing and sales within the most important companies in the sector. Over the years, he has taken on various management roles within the Marzotto Group in the sales, operations and marketing areas for the Marlane and Lanerossi brands. His latest role within the Italian textile group is as Sales and Marketing Director for the luxury brand Fratelli Tallia di Delfino.

Giorgio Marcarino joined Chargeurs PCC – where he had been Sales Director in the 1990s – in 2022 as General Manager EMEA. In October 2023, he took on the role of Worldwide Chief Commercial Officer.

LUCA FACCIOLI

With 20 years of experience as CEO in the IT sector, Luca Faccioli has acquired a broad background and in-depth understanding of the industry. In 2023, he completed the MIT Sloan CSAIL Artificial Intelligence programme: Implications for Business Strategy, enhancing his skills in aligning AI with strategic business objectives. As Chief Information Officer at Chargeurs PCC, his main focus will be to lead the company’s digital transformation initiatives.

BERTRAND VENAULT

With a law degree from the Panthéon Assas University and INSEAD, Bertrand Venault worked for several years as a lawyer specialising in labour law. Subsequently, he was appointed human resources director in various international groups, such as Imerys, Barnes Group, Sita, Omya. Most recently, he was responsible for industrial relations for the CDA division of the French automotive supplier Valeo.

FRANCISCO ROS

Francisco Ros boasts more than 30 years of experience in business administration and implementation at an international level. For the past 12 years, he has been general manager of Helsa Fashion Shaping for Spain and Mexico. Previously, he worked for 20 years within Freudenberg, managing specific projects in Germany, Hong Kong, Brazil and Argentina. His latest project in the US saw him serve as VP Interlinings in North Carolina.

Posted: October30, 2023

Source: Chargeurs PCC

Picanol’s Ultimax, The All-New And Revolutionary Rapier Weaving Machine, Will Be Shown For The First Time In Asia At ITMA ASIA + CITME

IEPER, Belgium — October 27, 2023 — ITMA ASIA + CITME, which comes soon after ITMA 2023 in Milan, will once again represent an excellent opportunity for Picanol to demonstrate its technological leadership in airjet and rapier weaving machines. Visitors to ITMA ASIA + CITME will be able to discover five different high-tech weaving machine types and the PicConnect digital platform in Hall 3, Booth C11, from November 19-23, 2023, in the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai.

“It goes without saying that the current global business environment has become very challenging. At Picanol, we are confident, however, that by choosing the right partner, these challenges can be faced. We want to be the best possible partner for our customers so they can do just that. Not only are we continuing to expand our sales and service network to ensure we are as close as possible to our customers, but we also want to be the world’s leading weaving machine manufacturer and offer the best products and technological solutions. Committed to our four design principles – Smart Performance, Sustainability Inside, Driven by Data, and Intuitive Control – we have once again succeeded in terms of setting the benchmark in the industry.

As a premiere for the Chinese market, we will introduce the brand-new Ultimax rapier machine and novelties on our OmniPlus-i Connect airjet weaving machine. We will also be showing PicConnect, our unique digital platform. All of this will be demonstrated with our five machines and the state-of-the-art demo possibilities we will have at our booth,” comments Johan Verstraete, Vice President Weaving Machines.

Picanol will have five weaving machines on display: the latest Ultimax rapier machine as well as the GTMax-i 3.0 Connect, and a GTMax-S Connect rapier machine. In addition, two of the OmniPlus-i Connect airjet weaving machines will be shown at the Picanol booth. Our sales and service team will also demonstrate the unique functionalities of our new digital platform, PicConnect. With PicConnect, Picanol is centralizing its digital tools and services in one new fully digital platform. At ITMA ASIA + CITME, visitors will get the opportunity to discover all the benefits and latest features of PicConnect in order to leverage the full extent of the possibilities offered by the Picanol weaving machines.

Posted: October 27, 2023

Source: Picanol

Italian Textile Machinery In China: Italian Machinery Manufacturers On Display At ITMA ASIA + CITME

MILAN — October 27, 2023 — ITMA ASIA+CITME, Asia’s foremost textile machinery trade fair, is all set to kick off in Shanghai on November 19th, and Italian technology will once again be on full display, showcasing innovative, sustainable solutions.

A total of 59 Italian machinery manufacturers will be exhibiting at the upcoming ITMA ASIA+CITME 2022, to be held from November 19 to 23 in Shanghai, as the event had been postponed for a year in the wake of the Covid19 pandemic. Of these 59 manufacturers, 26 will be presenting technological innovations as part of the National Sector Groups, organized by ACIMIT and ITA – Italian Trade Agency. Occupying a surface area of around 2,000 square meters, Italy is among the major foreign exhibiting Countries at the event, as has been the case for previous editions as well.

Asia is a major destination for Italy’s textile machinery manufacturers, with fully 38% of all Italian textile machinery exports during the first half of 2023 (amounting to roughly 338 million euros) directed towards Asian markets. China, in particular, is an absolutely important market for Italian companies: the first in Asia and the second worldwide behind Turkey in 2022. In the first six months of this year, Italian machinery sold in China reached a value of 81 million Euro.

“The general outlook for the Chinese market remains positive, although the demand for foreign machinery from local textile manufacturers has slowed somewhat for this first half of the year,” comments ACIMIT president Marco Salvadè. “Investments in the textile industry have never stopped, so there is no shortage of opportunities in China. I believe ITMA ASIA + CITME will confirm our expectations for a recovery in demand.”

Indeed, the demand for machinery in China is centered mainly on technologies capable of combining savings in production costs with solutions aimed at respecting the environment. “My belief is that to increase competitiveness at a global level, China’s textile manufacturers – just like those of other Countries – need to focus on the digitalization of production processes, as well as on sustainable technology solutions. In this regard, Italian technology can certainly satisfy these needs, proposing innovative processes designed to enhance sustainability and digitalization, something which visitors at the fair will be able to see for themselves,” Salvadè concludes.

For his part, Augusto Di Giacinto, Italian Trade Commissioner in Shanghai, states that, “ITMA ASIA + CITME has returned to Shanghai after two years, with a full reopening of the Chinese market, a significant statement that marks a reprise for the entire sector. In fact, ITMA ASIA + CITME continues to be one of the most important events for Italian textile machinery sector, one highly awaited event also for Chinese operators increasingly sensitive to quality, innovation and the ability of Made in Italy to combine technologies that can bring together cost savings with product sustainability. And we need to keep in mind that over 40% of all Italian exports to Cina is made up of capital goods and innovative technologies that are especially appreciated by Chinese product manufacturers.”

ACIMIT will be present at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2022 at the INDUSTRY INFORMATION HUB, with its very own Hot Desk.

Posted: October 27, 2023

Source: ACIMIT: The Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers

Orion S.A. Launches PRINTEX® Kappa 10, Feeding High Demand Growth In The Lithium-Ion Battery Industry

HOUSTON — October 26, 2023 — Orion S.A., a global specialty chemicals company, today announced the launch of PRINTEX® kappa 10 – a high-quality conductive additive that will supply surging demand from producers of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, energy storage systems and consumer applications.

The new product, produced with furnace technology in Europe and eventually in Asia, marks a crucial expansion of Orion’s portfolio of conductive additives. The company also makes other kappa grades with the acetylene process.

PRINTEX® kappa 10 facilitates a more efficient transfer of electrical energy within lithium-ion batteries. It forms a percolating network that enables the electrons to flow. This enhances the performance and power response during both charging and discharging.

The conductive additive works for both anode and cathode. It is also compatible with lithium-ferrous-phosphate (LFP) batteries, nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) and other batteries.

“At Orion, we’re focused on products enabling more efficient and powerful lithium-ion batteries that help to decarbonize mobility. PRINTEX® kappa 10 is a key part of our strategy for expanding our business for such conductive additives,” Orion CEO Corning Painter said.

“Our strength lies in our dedication to innovation and delivering sustainable solutions for our customers,” Painter added. “As the world increasingly turns toward electric mobility, the demand for high-quality conductive additives like PRINTEX® kappa 10 will grow.”

Orion invites interested parties to visit the company’s website or contact the sales team for more information about PRINTEX® kappa 10.

Posted: October 27, 2023

Source: Orion S.A

Paua Nominated For CAMX Award For Ultimate Performance Cases With Minimal Environmental Impact

CHICHESTER, England — October 25, 2023 — Paua Trading Ltd., a UK-based materials brand on the cutting edge of materials innovation, has been nominated and announced as a finalist for the Composites and Materials Expo (CAMX) trade show’s CAMX Award. The flagship CAMX Award recognizes innovations that have the potential to significantly impact composites and advanced materials in the marketplace, and will be awarded to two game-changing entries that reflect the CAMX theme of ‘Combined Strength, Unsurpassed Innovation.’

Paua’s pioneering of patented, sustainable packaging and solutions includes applications for multiple industries, including surfboard cases for travel, protective cases for musical instruments, reusable packaging for shipping and logistics, and lighter, stronger and more durable products for the medical, tactical, outdoor and automotive sectors. In working partnership with Dewforge, James Dewhurst’s easy-to-forge SRPP woven composite, Paua has been nominated as a finalist for the application and product development of the innovative material. Known for creating more sustainable and durable solutions, Paua has taken the Dewforge 3-D multi-layered woven fabric and used the material to develop a range of groundbreaking cases.

The rigid cases provide a superior alternative protective case to those made from ABS, PC, PVC or EVA foam and nylon covered cases, and are impact and crush resistant, ideal for use as protective cases for high-value sports equipment, electronics, and industrial purposes.

Unlike traditional ABS, PC, PVC or EVA protective cases, Paua’s are made of PP materials, eliminating the release of harmful chemicals during production and upon removal of the zippers, the remaining product materials are 100% recyclable. The processing and molding of the materials is low heat and low pressure, reducing manufacturing energy and resources, and significantly reducing tooling investment.

By combining the Dewforge material with Paua’s EPP foam, Paua has created a range of cases that provide the strength to rival injection or rotary molded hard plastic cases that outperform competitors with lighter weight and greater sustainability.

“The CAMX Award provides industry recognition and prestige for groundbreaking work, and we’re incredibly proud to be considered as a finalist,” said Peter Bladd-Symms, CEO and founder of Paua. “Paua is continually pushing and breaking barriers to bring new performance material solutions to market in multiple industries including sports, logistics, automotive, music, and more, and these protective cases are our next iteration of a more sustainable and highly durable product. Truly ultimate performance with minimal environmental impact.”

The official CAMX Award sponsor, Composites One, will announce the winning entries at the show’s General Session on Tuesday, October 31 in Atlanta, GA.

Posted: October 27, 2023

Source: Paua Trading Ltd.

Carnegie Introduces Full Spectrum Collection Enhancing Carnegie’s Biobased Xorel® Line And Coated Value Performance Offerings

NEW YORK, NY — October 20, 2023 — Carnegie, a supplier of sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, has launched the Full Spectrum collection. This consciously curated series offers high-performing, easy-to-maintain fabrics at various price points. Guided by community-based design principles and committed to sustainability, it excels in performance, style, and durability, making it ideal for education, hospitality, healthcare, corporate, and multifamily settings.

“In today’s evolving design landscape, community-based design principles have transcended traditional boundaries, necessitating not only sustainable materials but also considerations for cleanability and resilience,” said Heather Bush, Chief Creative Officer at Carnegie. “At Carnegie, we understand that the foundation of happiness lies in healthy relationships, making community-based design paramount for all spaces. In response to these developments, our Full Spectrum Collection is designed to encompass the full spectrum of life, work, and play.”

The Full Spectrum collection is the result of meticulous craftsmanship, driven by extensive market research and deep community engagement. The collection translates the needs of designers through a full range of textiles suited for various budgetary requirements and designs. From budget-friendly coated upholstery to the iconic Biobased Xorel®, this collection offers a diverse selection of exceptionally durable materials designed to withstand the rigors of high-traffic environments with unwavering resilience and longevity.

All fabrics in the Full Spectrum collection are 100% PVC-free, finish-free, PFAS-free, have extremely low VOCs, and are inherently antimicrobial and antibacterial. Each pattern is easy to clean and maintain, with durability of 500K double rubs or higher. The collection is bleach-cleanable and can take hospital-grade disinfectants without degrading in quality. Ion and Nebula, containing 100% Xorel (25%-50% Biobased Xorel), are made from rapidly-renewable sugarcane, generating a significantly reduced carbon footprint over fossil-fuel-derived products.

Building upon the recently refreshed Xorel Meteor line, now boasting 81 shades, The Full Spectrum collection adds 16 vibrant bolds and quiet pastels to Carnegie’s best-selling Biobased Xorel® brand, allowing limitless opportunities to mix and match. Carnegie product developers utilized new knitting methods to create a softer, more luxurious hand for Biobased Xorel upholstery in this collection. Users can now enjoy a more supple and inviting hand feel without sacrificing any of Xorel’s industry-leading performance and sustainability traits. In addition, color performance reaches new heights with the introduction of Precision, a new coated upholstery that includes 29 new shades ranging from sophisticated neutrals to pops of bright color. Intended to work in harmony with fabrics and wallcoverings from past collections, Full Spectrum offers opportunities for unique pairings of pattern and color to create thoughtfully enriching palettes.

The new patterns include:

  • Ion: Performance made sustainable, Ion combines the attributes of a subtle herringbone pattern and relaxed shades of versatile color. Expanding Carnegie’s line of functional colors made from Biobased Xorel, the pattern acts as a versatile, all-around high-performance textile perfect for panels, upholstered walls, upholstery, and wallcovering. Ion’s understated texture comes in 10 shades that create an effortlessly minimal look with unmistakable durability and cleanability, built for the demands of the commercial industry.
  • Nebula: Aboard a whimsy of etched marks and lines, elements fuse together to construct a breathtaking textural statement called Nebula. Reminiscent of gestural mark making, Nebula is the latest addition to the Biobased Xorel® brand, reflecting the multifaceted needs of commercial-grade textiles today: stunning visual design, legendary performance, and unmatched sustainability. Available in six colors for a variety of applications such as panels, upholstered walls, upholstery, and wallcovering, Nebula stands up to high-traffic environments while delivering on expressive movement through organic pattern.
  • Precision: Offered in 29 showstopping options, Precision has hue covered—and coated. With a silicone top layer, Precision delivers unmatched scratch and tear resistance, along with incredible stain resistance and ease of cleaning, all with no added finishes. Prolonging the longevity and quality of furniture with coated value performance, Precision is also part of Carnegie’s Elements collection, providing a budget-conscious coated solution. Built-in performance and made to stay clean, Precision is approved for hospital grade cleaners and is inherently antimicrobial.

The Full Spectrum Collection is Carnegie’s latest achievement resulting from the last 70+ years of championing responsible innovation through Materials That Matter™, proving that beautiful high-performance solutions can be delivered sustainably.

Posted: October 26, 2023

Source: Carnegie

Modern Meadow, In Partnership With SINGTEX Group, Are Proud To Announce The Launch Of BIO-TEX™ SHIELD

NUTLEY, NJ — October 26, 2023 — Modern Meadow, a purpose-driven biotechnology trailblazer, in partnership with SINGTEX Group, a global supplier to world-renowned brands and pioneer in eco-friendly functional textiles, are proud to announce the launch of BIO-TEX™ SHIELD.

First unveiled at Performance Days in Munich, the BIO-TEX™ SHIELD membrane offers waterproof, windproof, and breathable protection with 58% bio-based content for a more sustainable future. This solvent-free and PFAS/PFC-free technology can be paired with fabrics made from bio-based fibers to create high-performance garments made from bio-renewable materials. The 2-layer membrane provides the wearer with protection while also conserving the environment.

The BIO-TEX™ SHIELD membrane is powered by BIO-ALLOY™, Modern Meadow’s miscible blend of plant-based protein and biopolymer. Using bio-design to maximize performance and sustainability, protein structure naturally provides high-abrasion resistance which enables longer garment life and more comfortable wear. Engineered for both skin-out and skin-in applications, the innovation enables new design capabilities including printing and dyeability at the garment stage. The soft-hand feel, and supple design of BIO-TEX™ SHIELD is perfect for a variety of outerwear and soft equipment.

Catherine Roggero-Lovisi, Modern Meadow’s CEO, states, “The collaboration with SINGTEX Group on BIO-TEX™ SHIELD has exemplified the power of innovation and purpose-driven partnerships. Our joint efforts have led to the swift development of a groundbreaking membrane that not only pushes the boundaries of performance but also reinforces our commitment to sustainability. The results speak for themselves, demonstrating the agility and effectiveness of collaboration in driving positive change for the future of textiles.”

Jason Chen, SINGTEX Group Chairman shared, “Our team has really enjoyed working with Modern Meadow to develop this new technology. With our joint prowess in research and development, we were able to minimize the traditional development time and have a product ready for market in under a year. The end result is a high bio-content membrane with impressive waterproofing, breathability and durability that can be plugged into existing manufacturing infrastructure. With BIO-TEX™ SHIELD, SINGTEX and Modern Meadow are leading the textile industry into an exciting new era for both performance and sustainability.”

During ISPO, BIO-TEX™ SHIELD was honored with TEXTRENDs Awards in both the “Outer Wear” and “Coatings and Membranes” categories. The two award-winning products showcased the adaptability of BIO-TEX™ SHIELD and featured two different application methods, skin-in and skin-out.

Skin-in application: We paired BIO-TEX™ SHIELD with a 100% cotton woven fabric to create a product made from bio-renewable materials. The membrane was then printed with P4DRYTM, SINGTEX’s proprietary recycled coffee printing technology.

Skin-out application: Made to accommodate reversible designs, BIO-TEX™ SHIELD is applied to a Cotton (69%) and Polyester (31%) knit fabric blend to embody the future of high-performance bio-renewable textiles.

Modern Meadow will be at ISPO 2023 in Munich from November 28-30, 2023.

Posted: October 26, 2023

Source: Modern Meadow / SINGTEX Group

Baldwin Technology Company Inc.: Texcoat™ G4 Precision Spray Finishing System At ITMA Asia 2023

ST. LOUIS, Missouri — October 26, 2023 — Baldwin Technology Company Inc. will be educating the textile supply chain on how to “Start with Baldwin and Finish with Perfection” thanks to its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system at ITMA Asia 2023 (Stand H5C22, November 19-23, National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai). ITMA Asia participants can stop by and “touch” Baldwin’s wide array of TexCoat G4-applied fabric samples from textile mills around the world and experience what precision finishing “feels” like while learning how the technology eliminates chemistry waste on changeover, saves water, and achieves faster speeds through the stenter frame and relaxed dryer.

Baldwin’s team will be available to discuss how the company’s technology can meet the textile supply chain’s sustainability and carbon footprint goals while improving performance and saving money. In the context of a cost-sensitive global economy and an increased focus by brands, consumers and regulatory agencies on sustainability, customers are placing a premium on sustainability-advantage textile production.

“We saw enormous interest at ITMA 2023 in Milan–with more global textile finishers excited to put TexCoat to work,” said Rick Stanford, Baldwin’s VP Global Business Development, Textiles. “They can expect increased profitability, lower energy use, and reduced carbon footprint in addition to exercising precision control with our patented precision spray technology.”

TexCoat G4’s non-contact spray technology offers numerous advantages compared to outdated finishing-chemistry application methods.  TexCoat G4 processes a wide range of low-viscosity water-based chemicals, such as durable water-repellents –  including PFAS-free, softeners, anti-microbials, easy-care and flame retardants. The company’s technology uses the same chemicals as found in traditional pad baths with no special auxiliaries required.

Testimonial videos from Pincroft Dyeing and Print Works and Graniteville Specialty Fabrics along with a video highlighting Baldwin’s partnership with North Carolina State University will also be screened at Stand H5C22.

Posted: October 26, 2023

Source: Baldwin Technology Company Inc.

GORE-TEX Brand And BIONIC Collaborate To Create Patagonia’s Warmest Jacket On The Market

Stormshadow Jacket

VENTURA, California / ELKTON, Maryland — October 25, 2023 — Today, Patagonia releases its new STORMSHADOW PARKA, the warmest jacket of their current offerings. The jacket is also the first product in-market to feature new material innovation from the GORE-TEX Brand and Bionic, delivering on the brands’ shared values of turning garbage into good.

The Patagonia Stormshadow Parka is one of the brand’s warmest parkas to date and one of the most active in helping us to rely on cleaner, non-extractive materials. Built to keep you outside for longer, it’s the ideal cold weather companion – whether braving the work commute or venturing out to explore the places we love to protect.

“We are so proud and excited to finally reveal the result of years of hard work and collaboration,” said Mark Little, Global Product Director, Men’s Life Outdoors for Patagonia. “This product could only be made possible by all parties coming together and bringing their respective expertise and resources to the table to pursue a shared goal of turning waste into opportunity.”

The durably waterproof, windproof, breathable GORE-TEX Fabric used in the STORMSHADOW PARKA features a textile component made of 50% material from Bionic’s operations in Costa Rican coastal communities. In addition, the new 2-layer laminate is made without PFCs* and features Gore’s new ePE (expanded polyethylene) membrane and a well-proven, DWR (durable waterproof repellent) treatment.

“The collaboration between the GORE-TEX Brand, Bionic and Patagonia is a true testament to what brands with aligned values can accomplish,” said Achim Loeffler, Consumer Fabrics Business Leader, W. L. Gore & Associates. “We all share a commitment to using scientific innovations to find solutions for complex problems so that we can to go further together and turn garbage into good.”

In December 2020, W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) and Bionic announced a collaboration to develop high-performance textiles made from recycled coastal and marine plastic. Gore also invested in Bionic’s plastic recovery and sorting facility in Cóbano, Costa Rica – an operation that collects plastic waste so it does not end up in the ocean. Sorted plastic waste is then turned into materials used partially in the textile component of the new 2-layer GORE-TEX Laminate made with recycled BIONIC textile. Gore has also provided investment, material science and supply chain knowledge to Bionic, helping to create a robust, scalable supply chain, as well as local recycling infrastructure in the Costa Rican communities.

“We believe in the power of working together, and this launch epitomizes that belief as it represents years of close collaboration with Gore, the development of novel processing techniques, and the creation of an entirely new and traceable supply chain,” said Tim Coombs, Bionic co-founder.

“Moreover, Patagonia as a brand offers the perfect home for a collective milestone like this, given its long history of high-performance innovation and environmental stewardship.”

The jacket is available now via Patagonia.com as well as select retailers nationwide for the price of $899. For more information, please visit Patagonia.com.

Posted: October 26, 2023

Source: W. L. Gore & Associates

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