CCI Launches The COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™ At ITMA 2023, A Groundbreaking Mill Benchmarking Tool That Proves U.S. Cotton’s Superiority

MILAN — June 8, 2023 — An essential new benchmarking tool for spinning mills launches today at ITMA 2023 that allows mills to evaluate their performance vis-à-vis others and definitively show the positive impact of U.S. cotton: the COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™.

“The benchmarking capability of this tool from Cotton Council International (CCI) has the potential to transform a mill’s performance,” said CCI Executive Director Bruce Atherley. “The COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™ shows how mills compare to their direct competition and how sourcing U.S. cotton ultimately increases productivity and provides higher yields.”

The COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™ (patent pending) anonymously collects data from participating spinning mills and gives performance measurements across five key cost drivers: material yield, machine productivity, labor productivity, efficiency management and energy management. Data security is a top priority, and anonymity is guaranteed.

The launch of this exclusive tool at ITMA 2023, the world’s largest international textile and garment technology exhibition, follows a successful pilot program involving 47 mills across 13 countries. The pilot showed U.S. cotton increased labor productivity and led to better running conditions/less ends down, higher yield in combed and carded yarns, higher machine productivity and higher spindle speed.

The COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™ is available on an invitation-only basis to spinning mills that are members of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol® and consume at least 10,000 bales of U.S. Upland and Supima cotton.

Visit the COTTON USA SOLUTIONS® team at Stand H2-A303 at ITMA 2023 to learn more about how the COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™ can improve mill performance with U.S. cotton or contact a CCI representative via www.cottonusa.org/contact-form.

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source COTTON USA™

Pan Technology, Inc. Establishing First South Carolina Operations In Spartanburg County

COLUMBIA, S.C. — June 8, 2023 — Pan Technology, Inc. (Pan Technology), a manufacturer of pigment dispersions, specialty inks and coatings, today announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $7.2 million investment will create 72 new jobs.

Headquartered in Carlstadt, New Jersey, Pan Technology specializes in manufacturing colorants, coatings and a wide variety of related specialty products for the paint and coatings, furniture, automotive, ink, construction and cosmetic industries.

With current operations in New Jersey, Pan Technology plans to build a new facility located at 109 Belton Drive in Spartanburg. The facility will expand the company’s manufacturing, lab and warehouse footprint into South Carolina.

Operations are expected to be online by the end of 2023. Individuals interested in joining the Pan Technology team should visit the company’s contact page. https://www.pantechnology.com/contact

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to this project.

“We are very excited to have the opportunity to expand our business with the help from the talented people of South Carolina. It’s a privilege to become part of Spartanburg County where we look forward to developing and expanding our products portfolio which is diverse, sustainable and specialized to meet the customer’s objective.” -Pan Technology, Inc. President Michael Rossomando

“It’s always exciting to see a company choose to increase its footprint by establishing South Carolina operations. Today we celebrate Pan Technology’s decision to invest $7.2 million and create new jobs in Spartanburg County.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“South Carolina’s manufacturing industry continues to play an important role in our economy. Because of companies like Pan Technology, we are further diversifying this sector while also providing unique opportunities within the state.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“We are grateful and excited when Spartanburg County is the chosen location for a business to expand its statewide options. Pan Technology couldn’t have picked a better location to align with their core businesses. In Spartanburg County, they’ve found a supportive partner to accommodate their mission and future growth. We welcome them to the Spartanburg team.”-Spartanburg County Councilman and Economic Development Committee Chairman David Britt

Fast Facts:

Pan Technology, Inc. (Pan Technology) is establishing its first South Carolina operations in Spartanburg County.

The company’s $7.2 million investment will create 72 new jobs.

Pan Technology is a manufacturer of pigment dispersions, specialty inks and coatings.

Pan Technology is located at 109 Belton Drive in Spartanburg, S.C.

Individuals interested in joining the Pan Technology team should visit the company’s contact page. https://www.pantechnology.com/contact

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source South Carolina Office of the Governor

Union Minister Of Textile Inaugurated ColorJet Pavilion At ITMA

MILAN, Italy — June 9, 2023 — Smt. Darshana Jardosh, Hon’ble Union State Minister of Textiles & Railways along with Mr. Rohit Kansal (Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India), Dr. Neena Malhotra Ambassador of India to the Republic of Italy inaugurated the ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA 2023, Olympics of Textiles and is the world’s largest textile and garment technology exhibition.

The inauguration marked a significant milestone in the textile industry, showcasing the latest innovations and advancements in textile machinery. The ColorJet Pavilion, a prominent exhibitor and platinum sponsor at ITMA, presented a wide range of cutting-edge Sustainable textile printing solutions. Mr. M S Dadu (Chairman, ColorJet) welcomes Smt. Darshana Jardosh and other dignitaries at the ColorJet Pavilion in ITMA Milan.

During the Inauguration Ceremony, Smt. Darshana Jardosh and Other dignitaries delivered an impactful speech highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in textile printing.

Their expertise and vision shed light on the potential for a greener and more environmentally conscious future in the industry.

The ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Milan is a testament to the commitment of ColorJet to revolutionizing the textile industry with sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology.

During the visit, the Union Minister of Textile expressed their appreciation for ColorJet’s contributions to the Indian textile industry, and their commitment to technological advancements and sustainability. She was happy to witness the innovative, sustainable and technological advancements products showcased by an Indian company at such a big Global Platform.”

“Mr. M S Dadu, Chairman, On behalf of the ColorJet Group said, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for gracing us with her esteemed presence at our pavilion. Moreover, we are truly privileged to have had the opportunity to display our work and products.

Mr. Dadu added ColorJet Group is committed to the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of the “Make in India, Make for the World” initiative and has contributed to India’s manufacturing capabilities in the textile industry to the world.

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source ColorJet India Ltd.

Menswear Brands Cavia And young n sang Showcase Spiber’s Brewed Protein™ Materials In “S|Style Sustainable Style” Exhibition

YAMAGATA, Japan — June 9, 2023 — Spiber’s Brewed Protein fiber has been chosen as a featured material by Kering’s Material Innovation Lab (MIL) and Fondazione Pitti Discovery for the highly anticipated 7th edition of “S|Style sustainable style.” Fondazione Pitti Discovery has been drawing the attention of esteemed international buyers and media representatives, and was curated by L’Officiel Italia journalist Giorgia Cantarini. This renowned exhibition brings together ten handpicked emerging brands which exemplify a harmonious blend of social consciousness and environmental responsibility while maintaining creativity and design.

Among the carefully selected brands, young n sang, a South Korean menswear label known for its exceptional hand weaving techniques, and Cavia, an Italian brand based in Milan celebrated for repurposing and upcycling garments, have joined the movement to transform society and the fashion industry towards a more sustainable future. Both brands have unveiled exclusive collections crafted from Brewed Protein fibers for the first time.

“The Brewed Protein materials created by Spiber offer a strong example of what technology can do to reduce the impact of the fashion industry on the environment by replacing traditional petrochemical-based materials and production methods with innovative and bio-based solutions,” says Giorgia Cantarini, Senior Fashion Editor at L’Officiel Italia, Talent Scouter and Curator of S|Style x Pitti Immagine. “I believe Spiber is initiating a revolution that can lead to reducing climate change. The more we choose these types of solutions, the more we decrease their price in the market, which makes them available for adoption by smaller and emerging brands. My hope is that we will navigate the future of fashion with more responsible action. Bigger corporations should invest in innovation and technology in order to reduce all sorts of waste, from water to chemicals, natural resources, and animal exploitation.”

The Brewed Protein and cashmere blended bulky yarn, when plied together, is “super soft and workable, and the results and hand feeling are amazing,” says Martina Boero, Founder and Fashion & Graphic Designer of Cavia. “My hope and vision for material innovation and the apparel industry is to make this yarn in different thicknesses, as it’s very soft and light. It would be amazing to have it bulkier.”

The exceptional collections were crafted with meticulous attention to detail using Brewed Protein fibers—proprietary lab-grown and circular protein materials produced through microbial fermentation—and will be showcased at Sala delle Nazioni from June 13th to 16th. A standout moment during the event will be the much-anticipated fashion show featuring the S|Style collections, scheduled to take place on June 14th at 3pm.

The inclusion of Brewed Protein fibers in the exhibition collections of these rising brands heralds a new era of responsible yet unique style and sets a remarkable precedent for industry-wide adoption.

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source Spiber Inc.

Candiani Denim Introduces The NEW Premier Denim Textile

ROBECCHETTO CON INDUNO, Italy— June 9, 2023 — Candiani Denim continues a unique and authentic path to sustainable fashion by exploring alternative design and production methods. A ground-breaking technology called GRAPHITO has been developed in collaboration with Italian company Directa Plus, as a solution-focused addition to Candiani’s industrial innovations.

GRAPHITO comprises two patented technologies. One, being G+® Graphene, the purest and most potent graphene on the market today. G+® Graphene is a non-toxic fabric enhancer produced without chemical additives through a proprietary and patented process based on the physical transformation of natural graphite. It has tremendous electrical conductivity, making it the most powerful and lightest known conductor to date. The thermal property of the G+® Graphene stabilizes the temperature and ensures efficient heat diffusion throughout the fabric weave. The G+® Graphene infusion also imparts antistatic and antimicrobial properties to fabrics.

The second technology is a naturally occurring bio-based polymer called Kitotex®, which replaces liquid plastic (PVA) in textile production processes. The Kitotex® used here is exclusively obtained from fungi. The magical union of these two technologies results in the production of a remarkable and unrivalled eco-denim textile in the form of GRAPHITO, the ultimate in reduced-impact textile production achieved to date.  GRAPHITO and COREVA™  –  the only patented bio-stretch fabric in existence, both of which have been researched and developed at Candiani, two leading technologies in sustainable innovation.

GRAPHITO is a unique fabric, endowed with antibacterial, antiviral, and thermoregulatory properties.

The denim with antimicrobial action and long-lasting freshness ensures that jeans made with it remain clean for more prolonged periods, reducing the need for frequent washing. In Europe, people typically wash jeans after wearing them an average of 2.5 times, with GRAPHITO, jeans remain fresh for up to 10 wears, and the jeans’ water usage, and energy consumption, are reduced by up to 75%.

Candiani Denim and Directa Plus, two remarkable companies from the same territory, are genuine game-changers in the world of textile materials, technology, and industry – two exceptional examples of Italian excellence on the global stage.

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source Candiani S.p.A.

ANDRITZ’s Partnership With Nouvelles Fibres Textiles And Pellenc ST Enters A New Phase

GRAZ, Austria— June 8, 2023 — In a groundbreaking collaboration, ANDRITZ, Pellenc ST and Nouvelles Fibres Textiles have joined forces to start up their industrial-scale automatic textile sorting line in Amplepuis, France, combining automated sorting and recycling technology.

This new line, mainly dedicated to R&D activities, is the result from the collective reflection of these three players in the textile industry, aligned with the specific needs of the sector and as a means of differentiation to meet its future needs. It is then perfectly tailored to the textile value chain, integrating upstream sorting solutions, and offering an optimal configuration, including the removal of non-textile parts.

With its advanced capabilities, the line can sort complete garments based on their composition and color, achieving maximum purity through accurate and fully customized settings. This adaptability caters to the requirements of both the post-consumer waste and post-industrial waste markets. Furthermore, the line’s flexibility offers an answer to the nonwovens and spinning manufacturers, providing them with the highest quality fibers best suited to the yarn industry, as well as the nonwoven forming and bonding processes.

Ultimately, the line shall offer traceability throughout the entire supply chain, from collection to the production of new recycled fibers. This feature is essential for supporting textile industry stakeholders in their pursuit of valorization and circularity, as well as helping them to achieve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program targets.

ANDRITZ plays a crucial role as an integrator in this partnership, particularly in project management, completing the line’s implementation within a remarkable timeframe of less than a year. As a unifying force, ANDRITZ connects all the textile value chain stakeholders and is also able to provide local services with immediately accessible solutions.

The launch of the project marks a significant milestone in the textile industry’s efforts to revolutionize recycling. By combining the expertise of all the project partners, ANDRITZ once again demonstrates its potential to reshape the recycling industry, opening up new opportunities for the whole value chain while anticipating the environmental and governmental requirements that will be enforced in the near future.

Posted: June 9, 2023

Source ANDRITZ

Marzoli At ITMA 2023: The State-Of-The-Art FTM320 And The Latest Approach To Textile Engineering

BRESCIA, Italy— June 7, 2023 — Marzoli – a Camozzi Group company and supplier of complete spinning lines, components and digitalized solutions that optimize the performance in the spinning process, will exhibit at ITMA, (Hall 1 – Booth D109) in Milan, from 8 to 14 of June 2023. The company will be showcasing a range of new solutions at the event, which are designed to deliver higher levels of performance and are aligned with the standards of the Camozzi Group, whose approach and values the company shares.

The concept of “Textile Engineering” – a key part of the Marzoli identity – encapsulates our goal to produce innovative textiles solutions. We also work closely with our customers, supporting them at every stage in the acquisition and operation cycle: from preliminary studies to plant construction, line start-up, production optimisation, plant management and digitalisation. It is this combination that marks out Marzoli as a unique global partner in the creation of manufacturing solutions and underscores our mission to shape the future of the textile industry.

At ITMA, the focus will be on the new Roving Frame FTM320: The longest machine. The latest and greatest.

The innovative roving frame with a central headstock and independent double side modules works simultaneously, to allow spinners to increase efficiency by up to 5%.

The CMX – our state-of-the-art 10 combing heads comber – and the MDS2 ring frame with Active Flute energy consumption reduction system, comprise the spinning solutions customers will be able to experience first-hand at Marzoli’s booth.

The long-term vision and innovative digital journey that Marzoli and Camozzi Group designed several years ago, have made it possible to develop the first A.I. enabled** platform dedicated to the textile industry. This, combined with solutions for remote maintenance, advanced software for the integration of management tools and apps for the analysis of cotton waste, allow spinners to benefit from a significant increase in production (up to 5.5%) and efficiency (up to 8%), while at the same time reducing maintenance and failure costs by up to 30%. Adding to this, the

At ITMA an area of the booth will be dedicated to nonwoven solutions. Visitors will have the opportunity to find out about the C702NW card and the web condenser, a special unit able to increase the standard web weight up to 60 gsm, satisfying an emerging trend in nonwoven production.

Since 2012, Marzoli has focused research on continuous innovation in the mechanical regeneration of textile fibres for our customers. This international event will be the first opportunity to highlight the developments made in this pressing and fundamental change in the textile industry.

During the exhibition, visitors will also have the opportunity to visit the Technology Accelerator Centre, located at Marzoli’s headquarters in Palazzolo sull’Oglio.

Posted: June 8, 2023

Source Marzoli – a Camozzi Group company

VDMA: Technologies For Transforming The Textile Industry

MILAN / FRANKFURT— June 8, 2023 — ITMA 2023, trade fair for textile machinery, taking place in Milan, is once again marked by a significant presence of VDMA member companies. The 110 exhibiting VDMA members cover nearly all different machinery chapters with a focus on spinning, nonwovens, weaving, knitting, warp knitting, braiding and finishing. They are part of a strong German presence with a total of around 200 German exhibitors – including non-machine manufacturers – on approx. 17,700 square metres, covering 15% of total space.

How are leading VDMA members contributing to the transformation of the global textile industry? On the occasion of the VDMA press conference at ITMA, themed “Transforming the World of Textiles: efficient – digital – circular”, five renowned VDMA member companies presented their innovative solutions on sustainability, circular economy, digitalisation, efficiency enhancement and resource saving.

André Wissenberg, chairman of the exhibition and marketing committee of VDMA Textile Machinery and vice president, marketing, corporate communications and public affairs at Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division, presented a world premiere at ITMA in form of the EvoSteam process. This process enables, for example, annual water savings of up to 10 million litres. With regard to digitalisation, he highlighted Oerlikon’s digital Ecosytems, a solution to provide real time alerts, condition monitoring, machine learning, predictive maintenance and to steer all plant shopfloor operations. Wissenberg stated: “At Oerlikon, we contribute with our innovative technologies shown at the ITMA Milan 2023 for resource-saving use in almost all manmade fiber spinning mills in the world. Our promise for the future is to continue to expand the zero-waste production approach, being more efficient, digital and circular, and thus take care of achieving our customers’ and our own sustainability goals.”

Dr. Uwe Rondé, member of the board of VDMA Textile Machinery and CEO of Saurer Group, emphasised the efforts of Saurer to dress the world sustainably by offering spinning and twisting solutions for yarns made of mechanically recycled or chemically regenerated fibres. At the press conference Dr. Rondé said: “Saurer has driven the transformation of the textile industry for more than 170 years. We support the textile industry in the areas of sustainability, digitalisation, and automation. As a trendsetter we anticipated early the need for processing short fibres. Today we already have a portfolio optimised to spin and twist recycled or regenerated yarns.”

Wolfgang Schöffl, Lindauer Dornier, head of the product line weaving machines and member of the extended management stated: “The challenges of the textile industry are driving the machinery building industry to new dimensions to fulfil very much related targets such as a constant increase in productivity, quality, innovation in a very dynamic and fast changing environment with regard to digitalisation and at the same time to secure the highest good, the life of human being and to preserve our natural habitat. These are the targets to whom Dornier is very much committed for now over 70 years, serving successfully our customers all around the world.”

Dr. Janpeter Horn, chairman of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association and managing director of August Herzog Maschinenfabrik, showed that textile machines are enablers of CO2-neutral energy production. “Herzog, as the worldwide market and technology leader for braiding, winding and rewinding equipment, is at the forefront of transforming the textile world efficiently, digitally as well as circularly for braided applications. More than just developing braiding and winding technology taking this transformation into account, Herzog also enables the development of braided products which are needed for a circular, CO2-free economy such as extra-long and strong ropes replacing steel-wire strength-members for wind energy and deep sea exploration”, he said.

How circularity is addressed in the dyeing process, explained Verena Thies, vice-chairperson of VDMA Textile Machinery and managing shareholder of company Thies. She highlighted the Signature Series of Thies that enables an advanced after treatment process: “Thies is opening a new chapter in fabric coloration: Signature’s innovative ultra-low liquor ratio significantly enhances dye effectiveness, resulting in up to 20% decrease in dyestuff consumption. By combining Thies’ cutting-edge advancements, water usage is minimized by 52%.”

Digital Networking Demonstrator

The digital networking of machines paves the way for a variety of possible applications, such as a central overview of the status of all machines, order management and the exchange of process information. At the press conference, Dr. Harald Weber, managing director of VDMA Textile Machinery, presented a web-based demonstrator for digital networking of machines using the OPC UA standard. Standardised interfaces facilitate the integration of different devices. In a first project, the VDMA Textile Machinery has developed the interface specification called OPC UA for Textile Testing Devices. At ITMA, devices from exhibiting companies, among them the VDMA member Textechno, will use this specification to send live data to a demonstrator. This can be accessed at https://umati.app/overview/itma/.

Investment in the future

ITMA is traditionally an event for junior engineers. With financial support of VDMA and under the guidance of their lecturers, 320 students from nine technical universities take the chance to see high tech live in Milan. “Our financial support in the amount of €95,000 is an investment in the future of our industry. Highly qualified engineers are the precondition to develop marketable technologies for the textile industry”, said Dr. Weber.

Posted: June 8, 2023

Source VDMA e. V. — Textilmaschinen

Carhartt Appoints Tara Roemke As VP Of Global Merchandising

DEARBORN, Mich. — June 8, 2023 — Carhartt, America’s family-owned workwear brand since 1889, today announced the appointment of Tara Roemke as vice president of global merchandising. With more than 20 years of product management and merchandising experience at some of the world’s largest apparel brands, Roemke will serve as the general manager of Carhartt’s Men’s and Carhartt Company Gear (uniform B2B & personal protective equipment (PPE)) businesses. She will report to Susan Hennike, Carhartt’s chief brand officer.

In her role, Roemke is responsible for growing and developing the Men’s workwear and PPE product strategies, while identifying marketplace opportunities to meet the current and future needs of Carhartt consumers and hardworking people across the globe. She will lead the Men’s merchandising team, and collaborate cross-functionally with the product, brand and strategy teams, and all business units, to ensure each season’s product assortment and key stories are brought to market.

“Tara has an impressive track record of developing and implementing strategic product plans that authentically reach diverse audiences to drive business,” said Hennike. “We are so pleased that she is bringing her expertise to Carhartt and will grow our Men’s category and our PPE business in new ways while delivering the premium, durable workwear that our consumers depend on each day.”

Roemke joins Carhartt after 13 years at Ariat International where she most recently served as vice president of apparel and denim product management. Before joining Ariat International, Roemke spent four years at Levi Strauss and two years at Gap Inc. She earned her Bachelor of Marketing from Indiana University in Bloomington.

Posted: June 8, 2023

Source Carhartt

The European Textile And Fashion Industry Meeting In Milan Today: How “Textiles 5.0” Can Support The Competitiveness Of Our Sector.

MILAN — June 8, 2023 — On the occasion of EURATEX’ General Assembly held in Milan on 7 June, the European textile industry discussed the relationship between innovation, sustainability and people in the industry of tomorrow. EURATEX members welcomed the Textiles Transition Pathway, released on 6 June by the Commission, as a valuable roadmap to ensure a successful green and digital transition.  The meeting in Milan was also the occasion to strengthen links with textile machine manufacturers, gathering at ITMA 2023, the world’s largest textile machinery trade fair.

Hosted by Sistema Moda Italia (SMI), EURATEX meetings addressed the crucial issue of how to develop new competitive business models for the future, following the Industry 5.0 concept. In 2021, the European Commission launched “Industry 5.0”, which puts the wellbeing of the worker at the centre of the production process and the use of new technologies to provide prosperity beyond jobs and growth, while respecting the production limits of the planet.

The keynote speakers, Francesco Pinto (Chairman, Yamamay) and Claudio Cavacini (Director of Retail Industry Solutions & Strategy, Salesforce), presented how the digital transformation is affecting companies in the retail industry and how they should adapt to maintain their competitive edge. A panel session of textile machinery manufacturers debated how their companies can help delivering this transformation through state of the art machineries. They all agreed that it requires common efforts by all actors and stakeholders along the textile value chain and public support to make the necessary investments. According to Enzo Maurer, ITMA President, ITMA 2023 in Milan will exactly showcase excellence in innovation and new available technologies to make a leap forward in sustainability.

According to Sergio Tamborini, “we are particularly honored to host this event organized by Euratex, the association which is the voice of the European textile industry and its demands, especially those concerning the circular economy. Sistema Moda Italia wants to play its part and there are priorities, from legislation on extended producer responsibility (EPR) in Italy to eco-design, where textiles and clothing will act as a testing ground. SMI’s goal will be to continue to encourage the debate on circularity  promoting it in all institutional settings aiming to a growing sustainable  supply chain”.

Alberto Paccanelli, EURATEX President added: “Today’s discussions showed that we are ready to take up new challenges. Nevertheless, this  transition towards a textiles 5.0 can only happen with the support of all actors, from policy makers to retailers. Today’s meeting was also the occasion to review the EU transition pathway for the textiles ecosystem, published yesterday by the European Commission. The pathway is the perfect example of a co-creation process between the European institutions and the stakeholders. We hope that other EU initiatives or legislative proposals will follow the same co-creative process.”

Posted: June 8, 2023

Source EURATEX

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