Toray To Highlight Next-Generation Composite Material Solutions At The 2023 Paris Air Show

TACOMA, Wash. — June 13, 2023 — Toray Industries, Inc., global supplier of innovative technologies and advanced high-performance materials, will be at the 54th International Paris Air Show, in Le Bourget Parc des Expositions on June 19 to 25. The Toray team is looking forward to continued dialogue with customers and industry partners on advancements in composite material technologies to meet the ever-evolving needs of the aerospace industry. At the forefront will be discussions on emerging technologies for next-generation, clean, and zero-emission aircraft.

Toray’s rich heritage of innovation has established technologies that played a pivotal role in shaping the aerospace industry. With TORAYCA™ carbon fiber, thermoset materials and thermoplastic composites, Toray enabled the large-scale adoption of composites in commercial and general aviation, and continues to pave the way for next generation programs through valued customer collaborations.

In the area of zero-emissions air mobility, TORAYCA™ carbon fiber, Toray thermoset and Cetex® thermoplastic composites are the material of choice of eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) programs currently in development. These materials provide optimal strength and toughness, efficient processing, and necessary databases required for certification, allowing companies to meet performance targets and adhere to certification schedules. Extending beyond eVTOL applications, Toray’s diverse product portfolio has enabled tailored solutions for primary and secondary aerostructures, rotorcraft, radomes, antenna systems, large payload fairings, landing leg assemblies, and more.

To meet the evolving needs of customers, Toray recently announced an upgrade of its Alabama facility in the United States which doubles the production capacity of the high-performance TORAYCA™ T1100 carbon fiber. This is a critical component in several US DoD weapon systems to include missiles and munitions, rotor systems, and primary aerostructures.

Additionally, Toray will continue to invest in advanced material technologies and leverage it to provide sustainable solutions. “Sustainability is a core value that drives everything we do,” said Tim Kirk, vice president of marketing.  “It is a fundamental part of our identity – part of our DNA. We used to think of sustainability as just being a responsible corporate citizen, supporting measures to reduce environmental burden, reduce our carbon footprint, promote recycling, etc. These are still important, but sustainability is now much more.  It is now with a ‘Big S’, a table stake. Our customers expect nothing less from their supply chains, and we’re proud to lead the way with sustainability.”

Participating Toray Companies:

Toray Composite Materials America, Inc.

Developer, manufacturer and supplier of polyacrylonitrile-based TORAYCA™ carbon fiber and carbon fiber prepreg.

Toray Advanced Composites

Developer, manufacturer and supplier of thermoset and thermoplastic-based materials, including prepregs in fabric, unidirectional tape, bulk-molded compounds and reinforced thermoplastic laminate formats.

Toray Carbon Fibers Europe

European manufacturer of TORAYCA™ carbon fiber and pultruded composite materials.

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Toray Industries, Inc.

Textiles Industry: TÜV Rheinland And Bluwin To Sign MOU

LITTLETON, Mass. — June 13, 2023 — As consumer demand for environmentally friendly products continues to grow, the textiles industry faces the imperative of adopting sustainability practices throughout the supply chain. To address this challenge and drive change, TÜV Rheinland and BluWin will enter a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to cooperate and bring together their respective strengths and expertise. TÜV Rheinland and BluWin will collaborate on awareness campaigns and industry events to promote more sustainable practices and foster knowledge-sharing among stakeholders.

Through this partnership, TÜV Rheinland, with its extensive experience in quality assurance, certification as well as verifications, will work closely with BluWin, a high-impact climate solution provider that offers a suite of expert solutions to identify and reduce the adverse effects of the fashion, textile, and footwear industries.

“We are delighted to formalize our partnership with BluWin through this MoU. Together, we aim to set new benchmarks for sustainability practices, creating a more responsible and eco-conscious future for the sector,” says Jia Liu, Global Sustainability Director for the Systems Business Stream of TÜV Rheinland. “This collaboration represents a significant step forward to broaden our service offerings for the textile industry: We are combining the vast knowledge of TÜV Rheinland in environmental, social and governance topics with BluWin’s expertise in textile supply chain chemicals management and process efficiency improvement. By working closely with brands and retailers and their value partners, we will accelerate the industry transformation towards more circular business practices.”

Omar Orrego, General Manager for BluWin said, “We are delighted to collaborate with TÜV Rheinland to advance environmental standards within the textiles and apparel industry. BluWin’s expert services will benefit brands and retailers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders through adopting sustainable practices, and installing process efficiency improvement as we combat environmental challenges ahead”.

By working together, the partners aim to inspire industry-wide change and accelerate the adoption of more sustainable measures within the textiles sector.

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: TUV Rheinland

G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. Announces The Election Of Three New Board Members: Dr. Joyce F. Brown, Michael Shaffer And Andrew Yaeger

NEW YORK CITY — June 12, 2023 — G-III Apparel Group Ltd. — a global fashion company with expertise in design, sourcing and manufacturing — announced that at its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held today, Dr. Joyce F. Brown, president of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT); Michael Shaffer, recently retired COO and CFO of PVH Corp. and an external advisor to a number of fashion businesses, and Andrew Yaeger, global head of Jefferies’ Strategic Equity Transactions Group were elected to G-III’s board of directors.

Morris Goldfarb, G-III’s chairman and CEO said: “We are pleased with the additions of Joyce, Mike and Andrew to our Board of Directors and are looking forward to working with them. Joyce’s understanding of fashion and the evolution of the industry, Mike’s financial acumen and extensive knowledge of our business model and Andrew’s broad experience in the equity and debt markets in both the U.S. and abroad will bring added experience and expertise that will complement our existing Board members and management team. As we look to the future of G-III, I am excited to continue to bring in new perspectives, talent, diversity and ideas that will support our growth.”

Dr. Brown has been president of FIT since 1998. She has had more then 40 years of experience in public higher education. Before her position at FIT, she held numerous senior administrative posts at City University of New York (CUNY), including acting president of Bernard Baruch College and vice chancellor of the University. She was professor of Counseling Psychology at the Graduate School and University Center of CUNY, where she is currently a professor emerita. Dr. Brown also served as a New York City Deputy Mayor for Public and Community Affairs during the David Dinkins administration. She served on the Board of Directors of Ralph Lauren Corp. from 2001 to 2020.

Shaffer spent more than 30 years at PVH Corp. holding numerous positions in its wholesale and retail divisions before retiring in 2021. He was executive vice president, COO and CFO of PVH Corp. from May 2006 until October 2021 where he oversaw the retail division, treasury, corporate finance, information technology and logistics services. He currently serves on the board of directors of Torrid Corp. and The Children’s Place, Inc. and served on the board of directors of Build-A-Bear Workshops from 2014 to 2019.

Yaeger has been the global head of Jefferies’ Strategic Equity Transactions Group since mid-2021. From 2004 until 2021, he held various leadership roles within Deutsche Bank, including Global head of the Strategic Equity Transactions Group. Prior to that position, he held key positions in the Equity Capital Markets group of Deutsche Bank in the U.S., as well as in their Structuring Group that worked across equity, credit, interest rates and foreign currencies. Prior to Deutsche Bank, he worked at Bear Stearns in investment banking and derivatives for five years.

With the addition of these three new members, G-III’s Board of Directors which now consists of fourteen members, includes four women and four individuals of diverse backgrounds. In addition, eleven of the fourteen Board members or 79 percent of the board of directors are independent.

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

Wolverine Worldwide Appoints Melissa Mullen As Sweaty Betty Global Brand President

ROCKFORD, Mich.  — June 12, 2023 — Wolverine World Wide, Inc., which operates one of the world’s largest portfolios of lifestyle and footwear brands, announced today the appointment of Melissa Mullen as Global Brand President of Sweaty Betty, a premium women’s activewear brand acquired in August 2021.

Ms. Mullen, a seasoned consumer-focused and omnichannel retail leader, brings a wealth of experience from various senior executive roles with global fashion, athletic, and footwear brands. She most recently served since 2019 as Vice President and General Manager of UK and Ireland for Jo Malone London, a British lifestyle brand owned by the Estée Lauder Companies. She was responsible for all commercial operations in these two key markets, including stores, eCommerce, and wholesale.

Prior to joining Jo Malone London, Ms. Mullen worked at Nike for more than eight years in a variety of eCommerce and merchandising roles across Europe, Asia, and North America. These included serving as Senior Director of Nike Direct Retail in the UK and Ireland, and as Senior Director of Nike.com Global Expansion.

Ms. Mullen will report to Isabel Soriano, President of Wolverine Worldwide’s London-based International Group, closely aligning the brand with the Company’s other international businesses and enabling the teams to leverage strengths and resources across functions. She succeeds Julia Straus, who as previously announced is returning to the United States with her family.

“Melissa’s proven track record with consumer-obsessed global athletic and fashion brands makes her the ideal leader to help propel Sweaty Betty forward, and I’m extremely excited to welcome her as its next Global Brand President,” said Ms. Soriano. “Her deep omnichannel experience and industry knowledge will help position the brand for long-term success.”

“Wolverine Worldwide’s strategy includes focusing our efforts and investments on Sweaty Betty and other key brands within our portfolio,” said Brendan Hoffman, Wolverine Worldwide’s Chief Executive Officer. “I’m confident Melissa will help unlock Sweaty Betty’s global growth potential and forge even stronger connections with its consumers around the world.”

“When the opportunity arose to lead Sweaty Betty, a brand rooted in purpose and deep consumer connections, I knew I had to be part of the next chapter of its story,” said Ms. Mullen. “I look forward to working with this incredible team to grow our business and support our mission to empower women around the world through fitness and beyond.”

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Wolverine World Wide, Inc.

Origin Materials Announces Appointment Of Jim Stephanou To Board Of Directors

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif.  — June 12, 2023 — Origin Materials, a carbon negative materials company with a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials, today announced the appointment of James “Jim” Stephanou to the Origin board of directors, effective June 12. Stephanou will serve as a member of the Board’s Audit and Compensation Committees.

“Jim’s proven track record leading manufacturing and technology initiatives for global companies complements the skill set of our current Board of Directors,” said John Bissell, cofounder and co-CEO of Origin Materials. “We believe Jim’s expertise will prove invaluable as we ramp up Origin 1 operations throughout the year and begin commercial production.”

“With an extensive background leading engineering and manufacturing operations, Jim will be a tremendous addition to our Board,” said Rich Riley, co-CEO of Origin Materials. “We are thrilled to welcome Jim as we continue advancing toward commercial production to begin to meet our over $9 billion in customer demand.”

Stephanou brings more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing operations and engineering, including his current role as CEO of IPS (Integrated Project Services), an engineering and construction services provider to the life sciences sector. Previously, he served as Vice President and Head of Engineering and Projects at Merck & Co., Inc., a position he held from 2015 to 2023. Prior to joining Merck, he held various leadership positions at Bayer Corp. for over a decade, including roles as Vice President of Engineering and General Manager, Vice President of Global Asset Management, Vice President and Plant Manager for Manufacturing and Technology, and Regional Director of Engineering and Maintenance. Mr. Stephanou joined Lyondell Basell Industries N.V. in 1988 and held a variety of supervisory positions with the company before being named Manager of Maintenance and Reliability in 2000. Mr. Stephanou holds a mechanical engineering degree from Drexel University.

“I am honored to join the Board of Directors of Origin Materials and look forward to helping to bring the company’s breakthrough technology to market,” Stephanou said. “I believe my work in manufacturing operations, engineering, and construction services will lend itself well to Origin’s efforts to construct and start up their new world-class manufacturing facilities.”

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Origin Materials

Interface Explores Scale, Pattern, Texture & Transitions With New Carpet Tile And LVT Collections

ATLANTA — June 12, 2023 — Interface®, the global flooring solutions company where everything is certified carbon neutral, continues its commitment to product design and innovation with the launch of two new carpet tile collections — Lost Palms™ and Woven Gradience™ — and the introduction of the new Silk Complex™ LVT collection. With these collections, Interface continues to empower designers with choices in materiality and design details that can significantly influence how people experience a space.

“Because flooring is one of the largest surfaces in interiors, it can serve as a blank canvas on which designers can truly design; this means flooring selection can have a huge impact on the mood and intention of a space,” said Nigel Stansfield, chief innovation & sustainability officer at Interface. “We view these three new collections as more than just products — they are design tools that work as a system, enabling our customers to easily play with scale, texture, color, pattern, and more, to create a floor that addresses the emotional, organizational, and performance needs of their project.”

Lost Palms Carpet Tile Collection: Rugged Beauty for Interior Landscapes

Intentionally designed to capture the natural beauty of the American southwest, the Lost Palms carpet tile collection features nine styles that offer stone-inspired visuals, sizeable scale, and large graphic patterns. Designed by David Oakey, founder of David Oakey Designs and product designer exclusive to Interface, Lost Palms is a truly monumental collection that celebrates biophilic design, with visuals that evoke everything from metamorphic rock formations to the distinctive Joshua tree.

Lost Palms includes five foundational styles — Jumbo Rock™, Cap Rock™, Keys View™, Desert Veins™, and Ribbon Rock™ — that provide a more literal interpretation of rocky terrain in 1 m x 1 m and 50 cm x 1 m formats — all helping to mimic the grandeur of the region.

The collection also includes four accent styles that enable designers to explore more whimsical patterns in earthy colors. Desert Ranch™ from Interface delivers a highly textured, classic southwestern look that is perfect for zone creation, while three companion styles from the company’s specialty design brand, FLOR® — Yucca Tree™, Valley View™, and Desert Tree™ — usher in a modern, Palm Springs aesthetic that gives off a mid-century vibe.

Silk Complex LVT Collection: Transition to Next-Level Sophistication

Building on Interface’s long history of creating carpet tile transitions with pattern, color, and texture, Silk Complex is the company’s first LVT collection to use a system of products to create transitions across the floor. Designed by Kari Pei, Interface’s vice president of global product design, the collection reflects the ongoing evolution of the LVT flooring category by showcasing a sophisticated, brushed matte texture that is reminiscent of silk fabric as well as metallic accents.

Silk Complex includes three products — Shantung™, Dither Silk™, and Silk Age™ — that work beautifully on their own, or they can be combined for a more dramatic effect across the floorscape. Shantung delivers graceful simplicity with a matte texture inspired by woven silk, while Silk Age offers a gilded look that brings light-capturing moments to the floor. Dither Silk introduces a dappling of metallic flecks and serves as a bridge between the two other styles. Together, these products offer versatility through refined transitions that can be dialed up or down in intensity according to a designer’s preference.

Woven Gradience: Color and Texture Combine for Effortless Transitions

Bringing the warmth and comfort associated with woven textiles to interior spaces, the Woven Gradience carpet tile collection pairs classic handwoven aesthetics with an elegant color palette.

Featuring two products, the collection helps to elicit emotion with subtle spectrums of color made up of delicate, organic striations. This allows neutral tones to softly merge into other neutrals, creating a gentle gradient across the floor that can convey intention. Designers may also infuse invigorating contrast into a space with bolder color choices to help delineate zones or to establish wayfinding.

Product Sustainability: Low-Carbon Materials Help Decarbonize Interiors

As the sustainability leader in commercial flooring, Interface remains committed to decarbonizing the built environment. With a continued focus on transforming its factories, products, and supply chain, the company continues to reduce its overall emissions while helping customers lower the carbon footprints of the spaces they create. Like Interface’s entire flooring portfolio, all three of the company’s launches are carbon neutral across their full product lifecycle through the third-party verified Carbon Neutral Floors™ program.

Interface designs its products with the Earth in mind using low-carbon materials, and this has led the company’s carpet tile to have the lowest carbon footprint in the commercial flooring industry — before offsets. Interface’s carpet tile and LVT introductions also reflect this approach — Lost Palms and Woven Gradience are made with 100-percent recycled content nylon, and Silk Complex, like all Interface LVT, is made with 39-percent recycled content.

Lost Palms, Silk Complex, and Woven Gradience are all featured in Interface’s Chicago showroom at 345 North Wells Street. Visitors can explore the new collections, plus products from FLOR and nora® rubber flooring, in a tastefully curated setting inspired by southwestern architecture and design elements. The company will share imagery and videos highlighting the space’s design on its social media channels.

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Interface, Inc.

Recover™, Rieter And Polopiqué Collaborate To Promote Recycling In The Textile Industry

MADRID — June 13, 2023 — Recover™, Rieter and Polopiqué, three key players in different stages of the textile supply chain, announce their partnership. This collaboration allows the industry to produce yarns with a higher percentage of mechanically recycled fibers.

The three companies have started collaborating in response to a major challenge facing the textile industry: An increased demand in high quality and fine ring spun cotton yarns with a higher proportion of recycled fibers. Unveiled during ITMA 2023 in Milan, their partnership aims to meet this requirement which opens new possibilities for yarn production.

By combining Recover’s mastery of the latest recycling technology, Rieter’s expertise in spinning systems and machines, and Polopiqué’s textile manufacturing proficiency, the three companies have created a high-quality sustainable garment. It is made from a high-quality Ne 30 compact yarn that contains an impressive 40% of recycled post-industrial fabric waste in the yarn. Typically, a recycled fiber content of only 20% is used when producing recycled ring yarn.

Removing unwanted fibers with the comber

The ring spinning process used for this project incorporates the Rieter comber and the Rieter compacting device COMPACTdrum. Recover’s high-quality recycled cotton fibers were blended with virgin cotton at a 50/50 ratio. When combing the blend, undesired very short fibers and neps are effectively removed, resulting in a significant enhancement in yarn quality and improved running performance of the ring spinning machine. Furthermore, the fibers removed by the comber are perfectly suited for processing in the Rieter rotor spinning machine. With these advantages in place, the process aims to be GRS Global Recycling Standard certified.

As demand for recycled cotton continues to grow under the pressure of regulatory requirements, the partnership between Recover™, Rieter, and Polopiqué serves as a catalyst for change. The three key players will continue to collaborate and explore new opportunities, reinforcing their commitment to accelerate the adoption of sustainable practices in the industry.

Franziska Häfeli, Head Sales and Marketing, Business Group Machines and Systems at Rieter, stated: “We’re proud to team up with Recover and Polopiqué in a breakthrough effort that will pave the way toward a more sustainable future. Our specialized expertise in spinning recycled fibers will help achieve our shared goals so together we will make recycling mainstream.”

Alfredo Ferre, CEO at Recover™ commented: “Recover™ is thrilled to collaborate with Rieter and Polopiqué in this partnership that is spearheading a new era of sustainability in the textile industry. By increasing the percentage of the recycled content in the yarn and final product, we can achieve our goal to scale the adoption of sustainable fibers, like Recover™, and make a lasting positive impact on the environment.”

Eduardo Guimarães, Weaving Director at Polopiqué, said: “Polopique’s mission to continuously test, develop and create new and exciting products, through the use of cutting-edge technology and new and innovative raw materials, is and has been achievable through the partnerships created over the years. Being able to come together with Rieter and Recover™, both long-standing partners of ours, is a privilege, especially considering the aim and focus for this project. Coming together and sharing knowledge and know how has allowed us to reach our collective product objective, and excitement for the impact that this will have on our industry.”

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Rieter Management AG

Three Finalists Announced For The 2023 World Of Wipes Innovation Award®: 2XL Corporation, Avgol Nonwovens, And Yowel To Compete For Award

CARY, N.C. — June 13, 2023 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced the three finalists for the World of Wipes Innovation Award®. The Award will be presented at the 17th annual World of Wipes® (WOW) International Conference, July 17-20, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in Atlanta.

The three products vying for this Award are a cleaning and disinfecting device from 2XL Corp., a wipe utilizing biotransformation technology from Avgol Nonwovens, and a reusable towel dispensing system from Yowel.

The winner will be announced on July 20 at 11 a.m. The three companies competing for the Award are:

Windup by 2XL Corp.

Meet the Windup: a groundbreaking new device that can clean and disinfect your home using a self-advancing microfiber roll that you never have to touch. Just one roll will clean your kitchen over 50 times. An innovative one-touch revolving roll and a versatile spray system that allows use of your favorite floor cleaner or our specially formulated disinfecting solution. No more stopping to change expensive pads or change filthy water. Get wound up for Windup.

Nonwoven wipe using biotransformation technology by Avgol Nonwovens

This innovative spunlace wipe utilized advanced biotransformation technology developed jointly by Indorama Ventures and Polymateria. Meeting the BSI PAS 9017 specification, this wipe in the event it becomes fugitive, and exposed to heat, sunlight, air and moisture will transform into a harmless, bioavailable wax at its end-of-life, eliminating microplastic pollution. Compatible with mechanical recycling and combatting ‘fugitive’ waste, this wipe represents a significant leap towards eco-friendly, sustainable nonwoven hygiene products.

The Yowel™ System by Yowel

Ready to help the earth and save money … every day? Yowel is a patented system for dispensing reusable towels. Instead of a roll of paper towels, place a Yowel full of reusable towels into your paper towel holder — or choose the countertop model, and you’re immediately reducing your paper towel consumption. The Yowel System has 40 reusable towels and a mesh bag for used towels. Save money and help Mother Nature.

INDA’s Technical Advisory Board selected the finalists based on the creativity, uniqueness, and technical sophistication employed in finding novel ways to expand the utilization of nonwovens. Categories considered for the award were wipes related raw materials, roll goods, converting, packaging, active ingredients, binders, additives, and end-use products.

Nice-Pak’s SecureFLUSH® Technology Flushable Wipes received the 2022 World of Wipes Innovation Award for their unique, 100-percent cellulose nonwoven that is strong enough to clean, yet break apart rapidly, when flushed. A specialty “lock and key” design of plant-based fibers and formula leverages patent-pending technology to break apart five times faster than the leading brand of two-ply toilet paper and ensure responsible care of plumbing and wastewater. SecureFLUSH Technology Flushable wipes are available in Walmart, Amazon, and at Nicencleanwipes.com.

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Polartec Introduces Fresh Face: A Metal-Free Odor Reducer For Enhanced Sustainability

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — June 13, 2023 — Polartec®, a Milliken & Company brand, announces the launch of Fresh Face, a natural and renewable odor reducer for fabric technologies. Leveraging the power of botanical mint oil, the plant-based deodorizer offers a sustainable alternative to traditional fabric fresheners, setting a new standard in odor control technology.

Debuting this season across Polartec Delta™ fabrics designed to cool the wearer through wicking and clever moisture management, the addition of Fresh Face technology optimizes the user experience by also minimizing odors within the garment. Fresh Face is derived from a naturally sourced and non-GMO mint oil plant extract harvested and distilled in the lush Willamette region of Oregon, utilizing a simple and environmentally friendly steam extraction process. The process reinforces Polartec’s commitment to Eco-Engineering and has received approval from prestigious global certifications including Bluesign and Oeketex Standard 100.

In order to validate its effectiveness, Polartec conducted thorough tests to compare Fresh Face with their previous silver-based odor control additive. The evaluation process commenced with the garments being utilized for an extensive period of six weeks. Following this initial wear, a comprehensive smell test was conducted to gauge the effectiveness of Fresh Face technology. The garments were then subjected to an exceptional 50 wash cycles, simulating accelerated aging and wear. Finally, they were reintroduced into real-world conditions for an additional six weeks. The result was undeniable, Fresh Face technology delivers the same outstanding performance of the previous odor control method.

“Fresh Face represents a significant breakthrough in our quest for sustainable textile solutions,” said Karen Beattie, director of Product Management at Polartec. “It is a natural and renewable odor reducer that not only outperforms our existing technologies but also aligns with our commitment to environmental responsibility.”

Polartec remains dedicated to innovation and sustainability, consistently delivering products that meet the evolving needs of the textile industry. Fresh Face is poised to revolutionize the market, providing consumers with an odor-reducing solution that is not only effective but also environmentally friendly.

Posted: June 13, 2023 – Revised June 22, 2023

Source: Polartec®, a Milliken & Company brand

Accelerating Circularity Unveils T-Shirts Made Of Recycled Textiles

CAMPBELL HALL, N.Y. — June 13, 2023 — The mission of Accelerating Circularity is to catalyze new supply chains and business models to turn spent textiles into mainstream raw materials. ACP is an action-oriented nonprofit focused on textile-to-textile recycling at a commercial scale through a collaborative, stake-holder lead approach.

“These T-Shirts demonstrate what is possible through the collaborative efforts of our partners. The 100-percent cotton tees were made from 26/1 yarn by Giotex from a combination of recycled post- consumer textiles, post-industrial textiles, and virgin cotton.” shared Karla Magruder, founder, and president of Accelerating Circularity. “The touch and physical performance e.g., shrinkage, pilling, etc. is comparable to 100-percent virgin cotton and therefore can be scaled commercially as well as recycled in future. The feedstock for the post-consumer textiles was from Bank and Vogue and exemplifies Putting Textiles to Good Use ™.”

“Giotex is a founding member of Accelerating Circularity,” said Angela Boswell, Accelerating Circularity U.S. project director.” We introduced them to Bank and Vogue as a supplier of high- quality post-consumer feedstock for recycling. ACP is a do-tank, that demonstrates that textile-to-textile circular systems are feasible and worth engaging in for the entire supply chain.”

Accelerating Circularity is in the process of running commercial-scale trials of textile-to-textile recycling for denim, tee shirts, fleece, workwear, and towels in partnership with waste collectors/sorters, recyclers, mills, brands/retailer companies in the USA and Europe.

Please see our website for more information on our work and trials www.acceleratingcircularity.org

Posted: June 13, 2023

Source: Accelerating Circularity

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