ACCELERATING CIRCULARITY Launches Cellulosic Textile-To-Textile Trials In Europe

CAMPBELL HALL, N.Y. — March 15, 2023 — Accelerating Circularity’s mission is to catalyze new supply chains and business models to turn spent textiles into mainstream raw materials. The vision is a world in which textiles are no longer wasted and millions of tons of waste are diverted from landfill and incineration.

Accelerating Circularity is an action-oriented nonprofit focused on textile-to-textile recycling at a commercial scale through a collaborative, stakeholder-led approach. In mid-2022, they launched Polyester textile-to-textile trials and have been working to define the products and value chains for cellulosics; 4 cellulosics value chains have been defined thus far.

“Circularity is a team sport.” said Ms. Karla Magruder, ACP founder, and president. “We have been working with 80+ value chain members representing the EU-27 plus Norway, Switzerland, the UK, Morocco, and Turkey. Our focus is on post-consumer textiles as we believe they are too good to waste. When a textile has cycled through repair, re-use, resale, and/or re-make, such that it retains no readily accessible value, the material is spent. By diverting post-consumer spent textiles from downcycling, incineration, and landfill, we can lower the textile industry’s environmental impacts.”

“Partnering with Accelerating Circularity has given us the opportunity to learn and develop our sorting processes to enhance the quality of feedstock for textile-to-textile recycling.” shared Ms. Sirma Zheleva, Head of Sustainability, TexCycle. “We believe that ACPE trials, and the collaboration with other value chain experts, will allow us to scale textile-to-textile recycling and achieve circularity in the industry.”

“The vision at Pure Waste is to create recycled products and closed loop solutions that inspire a change for a world without textile waste.” shared Ms. Maela Mandelli, Co-Founder, Pure Waste OY. “We are excited to be part of the ACPE trials and to work together with different partners along an international supply chain to contribute quality recycled products. “

“Gülle Entegre Tekstil İşletmeleri A.Ş. has grown as a family business over the last 50 years with a passion for continuous development in cotton processing from fiber to fabric with a commitment to quality and sustainability. Being a part of these ACPE trials gives us an opportunity to further our mission to be an integral part of global circularity projects and lead the change in textiles.” said Mr. Kerem Gülle, Gülle Entegre Tekstil İşletmeleri Emlak Dan. San. Ve Tic. A.Ş

“As a mountain sports brand, Salewa wants to build circular production models and shift in the way we deal with production processes, and interaction between companies and the people behind them,” shared Ms Christine Ladstaetter, Innovation & Special Projects Manager, Salewa. “The framework that ACPE is setting up is a “training field” which drives new ways of collaboration and commitment into circularity, leading to an economy built on the mindful use of resources.”

Further, Accelerating Circularity trials are supported by JUBEL.AI, a cutting-edge cloud-based platform with advanced AI technology. JUBEL.AI offers unparalleled data sharing capability, which enables the collaboration and information sharing required to make these pilot trials successful.

The product trial range will cover single jersey and Italian fleece items, woven light-weight shirts, and heavier-weight twill fabrics. The target composition is 40% recycled content; half is to come from post-consumer spent textiles. The goal is a minimum of 50 tons of post-consumer spent textile feedstock across all products and partners with the ideal timeline of Spring 2023 for initial development of fabrics. Brands interested in adopting ACP fabrics into their season should reach out to info@acceleratingcircularity.org.

Members:

  • Amazon
  • Avery Dennison
  • Bank & Vogue
  • Brav
  • CWS
  • Enviu
  • Erdotex
  • Eurotex / Texcycle
  • GIZ
  • Gülle Tekstil
  • Inditex
  • Lenzing
  • Polopiqué
  • Pure Waste
  • Recover™
  • Recyclatex Group
  • Reverse Resources
  • Salewa
  • Salvation Army
  • TEXAID
  • Tomra Sorting Solutions
  • Valérius 360
  • Vossen
  • Wolkat
  • WWF
  • Zalando

For more information on Accelerating Circularity visit https://www.acceleratingcircularity.org/

For more information on the Accelerating Circularity Project in Europe and in trial participation, please contact Alina@acceleratingcircularity.org.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: Accelerating Circularity, Inc.

Digital In Smart Circuits – ITA Supports SMEs In Digitization And Sustainability

AACHEN, Germany — March 15, 2023 — The Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University, as part of the Mittelstandzentrum 4.0 Kompetenzzentrum Textil vernetzt, has supported numerous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on their way to digitalization over the last five years. At the Digital Capability Center (DCC) in Aachen, for example, SMEs were able to experience digitised production from yarn to smart bracelets and thus test the feasibility of Industry 4.0 solutions in their working environment.

New supply chain laws and social sustainability now pose current challenges for SMEs. In the follow-up project Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Smarte Kreisläufe (SME Digital Centre Smart Cycles), ITA will be supporting SMEs from 1 March in implementing ideas for digitalisation and sustainability in concrete terms.

This means finding sustainable solutions and processes for the circular economy together with companies and developing new digital business models. The ITA’s solutions cover the areas of awareness-raising, qualification, implementation and networking. These offers are free of charge for SMEs – follow-up projects often lead to the funding programme “Central Innovation Programme for SMEs – ZIM” of the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) or to research and development projects.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: The Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University

YKK Recognized As A Supplier Engagement Leader, CDP’s Highest Rating For Supplier Engagement On Climate Change

TOKYO, Japan — March 15, 2023 — YKK Corporation has been selected as a “Supplier Engagement Leader” the highest score on the 2022 Supplier Engagement Report (SER) from CDP,* the international environmental non-profit focused on measuring and reporting companies’ environmental impact.

CDP’s annual Supplier Engagement Rating (SER) assesses how effectively companies engage with their suppliers on climate change issues, based on the CDP climate change questionnaire. It covers governance, targets, value chain (scope 3) emissions, and supplier engagement strategies, and factors in the company’s climate score.

YKK’s recognition as a “Supplier Engagement Leader” places the company in the top 8% of companies evaluated for supplier outreach on climate change. It demonstrates that YKK’s governance, targets, and initiatives to collaborate with suppliers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, all aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout the YKK supply chain, constitute efforts befitting a global leader. This is the first time YKK has received this recognition.

“Since formulating our YKK Sustainability Vision 2050 in October 2020, we have been pursuing a range of initiatives to meet our goals,” said Asako Yoshioka, Vice President, Sustainability Department, YKK Corporation. “YKK’s corporate philosophy of the ‘Cycle of Goodness’ states that ‘no one prospers without rendering benefit to others.’ As such, we believe that in addition to pursuing our own initiatives, it is important that we disclose information on our progress and pursue initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout our entire supply chain. This year is the first that we received the highest Supplier Engagement Rating. We aim to replicate this in the next fiscal year and beyond by continuing to promote sustainability through our business activities, products, and technologies with the goal of solving climate change and other societal issues and helping realize a healthy global environment.”

YKK Corporation’s sustainability goal is to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. YKK is working on five themes – climate change, material resources, water resources, chemical management, respect for people – and ten SDGs goals related to each of these, and each year reports on its state of progress in the YKK Integrated Report, “This is YKK.”

In December 2022, YKK received an “A-” rating from CDP in the 2021 climate change survey. YKK will aim for the highest “A” rating and continue its efforts to address climate change and strive for transparent information disclosure to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: YKK Corporation

Neatsy.ai Launches The First AI-enabled Marketplace That Doesn’t Allow You To Pick The Size

MENLO PARK, California — March 15, 2023 — Neatsy.AI, a U.S.-based startup that detects podiatry and orthopedic health issues via smartphone camera, has launched a marketplace for AI-selected running shoes and insoles. The app provides a complete shopping experience, beginning with a foot scan to determine shape and features of each foot and then recommending the best shoe model to increase training efficiency and reduce injuries.

Neatsy’s AI podiatric technology is being researched with Harvard Medical School’s Foot & Ankle Research and Innovation Lab and Massachusetts General Hospital. It analyzes  length, width, arch and foot characteristics, detecting the most common podiatry problems such as flat feet and pronation type. It also helps to reduce the most common sports injuries related to running such as plantar fasciitis, runners’ knee, achilles tendonitis and stress fractures.

AI-powered shopping assistance helps solve the problem of responsible fashion consumption and high return rates. It takes only two minutes to analyze the customer’s foot scan, detect podiatry issues and recommend the right model of sneakers. Over 200 models are available for shopping and free worldwide delivery. Brands like New Balance, Nike, and Asics will be available, ranging from $50 and $180. The collections will be updated regularly with its partner, Fitness Sports.

“Half of all shoes bought online are returned because they don’t fit, causing 330,000 tons of CO2 emissions in Europe alone. Moreover, only 50 percent of returns are resold by stores due to their condition, which can be caused by use, damage, or even opened boxes. With its advanced AI and AR technologies, Neatsy ensures that users can get the perfect fit for their sneakers and insoles without leaving the comfort of their homes,” says Artem Semjanow, founder and CEO of Neatsy.ai.

These features will be available without subscription. A $20 subscription fee gives users access to podiatry issue detection along with corrective exercises. The app was made by former Prisma AI team members with seven years’ experience in computer vision AI products.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: Neatsy.ai

Carnegie Fabrics Elevates Sustainable Upholstery Offerings With Endeavor Collection

NEW YORK, NY — March 15, 2023 — Carnegie Fabrics, a provider of sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, has launched a new high-performance sustainable upholstery series, the Endeavor Collection. Consisting of seven new foundational fabrics with hospitality-inspired aesthetics, the textiles ensure sustainable performance while honoring a return to communal and shared leisure. Facilitating an organic connection between the functional needs of a space, its intended purpose, and its real-world experience, the Endeavor Collection includes fabrics made from 100% post-consumer waste like plastic bottles. It also considers the increased need for cleanability with fabrics that are highly stain-resistant and can be cleaned with baby wipes.

“Carnegie designed the Endeavor Collection in response to the renaissance we’re seeing in the hospitality space, which has subsequently bled into markets like healthcare, corporate, and multifamily,” said Mary Holt, Chief Design Strategist at Carnegie. “With pandemic-induced slowdowns behind us and hotels, spas, and resorts around the world reopening their doors, they must cater to a clientele whose needs and priorities have shifted significantly. At the forefront are concerns for health, safety, a demand for cleanability, and commitment to sustainable materials selection.”

All fabrics are 100% PVC-free and are free of PFAS. Durable enough for even the most high-traffic environments, each fabric can withstand 100,000 double rubs. In addition to its extraordinary performance and sustainability attributes, the Endeavor Collection offers exceptional design. Every fabric in the collection offers sumptuous textures in a dazzling array of colors and patterns. From luxurious faux furs to beloved tweeds and supple suedes, the Endeavor Collection taps into collective nostalgia for the past while elevating it to meet the latest design trends. Whether designing for a lobby or penthouse, an office or restaurant, the patterns are well-suited for any application.

The new patterns include:

Dance Floor – Recycled fibers recalibrate expectations of what a plastic bottle can become. Paired with cutting edge spinning and weaving techniques, each yard of the bleach-cleanable Dance Floor fabric is made entirely from 96 already-consumed PET bottles. Gestural line work is combined with an overlying linear grid, embodying the pairing of expansive movement and a bold capacity for scale.

Kismet – With an ability to assimilate into a wide variety of spaces, the durable Kismet fabric harnesses the indelible beauty of a refined basket weave, while a tonal slub yarn suggests the appearance of a subtle tweed. Both durable and well-priced, Kismet isn’t just a great choice for any living space, it’s meant to be.

Luna – Delve into decadence with Luna, an incandescent faux fur. Exaggerated pile fibers evoke the splendor and indelible luxury of a fabric that is designed to be touched.

Palomino – Keep on keepin’ on with Palomino, a graffiti-free performance fabric with an incredibly soft, elevated hand. Inspired by your favorite supple suede jacket, this classic look is made to withstand a variety of stains. Easily wipe away pen and ink mishaps with a common wet wipe.

Repose – Repurposed fibers are elevated in the refined velvet Repose. Available in signature neutrals and rich earthen hues, wide plush stripes are defined with clean crisp lines, providing a modern interpretation of corduroy for a tailored look.

Tone – Drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese ikats, Tone is a cleanable performance fabric that hits all the right notes. Multiple solution-dyed yarns commingle, blurring the boundaries of color to create an organic and balanced plaid.

Vestige – Evoking the look of a heavy stonewashed loomed linen, the Vestige fabric features chunky chenille boucle yarns in both warp and weft, giving it a highly textural and incredibly soft hand for a refined, understated look.

The Endeavor 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. For more information, visit www.carnegiefabrics.com.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: Carnegie Fabrics

Global Military Fabric Supplier Carrington Textiles Has Launched Stretch Military Ripstop Fabric Spartan HT Flex Lite

ADLINGTON, United Kingdom — March 15, 2023 — Carrington Textiles, a global manufacturer of military fabrics worn by armed forces across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Australasia, has launched the company’s new addition to their Defence Range of products, Spartan HT Flex Lite.

At a weight of 195gsm, Spartan HT Flex Lite is the only product from the Spartan military ripstop fabric family that incorporates 2% LYCRA® and 37% cotton in its composition for integrated stretch and outstanding wearer comfort. It also features 61% CORDURA® military grade high tenacity nylon 6.6 for strength and durability.

Carrington Textiles R&D Manager says: “We are seeing a growing trend for wearer comfort; this has transitioned from workwear to flame retardant, so it’s only natural that we see this transition into the defence sector. We wanted to develop a product that protects the wearer in the most challenging environments but at the same time is comfortable to wear”.

Paul Farrell, Sales Director adds: “We’ve recently launched this product in the Middle East and the feedback from customers in the region was extremely positive. We are already seeing some interest from other geographical markets as we promote the product to current customers and prospects”.

Spartan HT Flex Lite is suitable for combat uniforms in virtually any region and it can be printed to a bespoke design at our state of the art printing facility. For more information please visit carrington.co.uk/defencefabrics.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: Carrington Textiles

First 3D Measurement Study To Improve Garment Sizing For Children

BOENNIGHEIM, Germany — March 15, 2023 — Garment fitting pioneer Hohenstein has conducted the first ever measurement series on babies and toddlers. The data will aid the pattern development and fit assessment that is particularly challenging for children’s clothing. The new database will help brands and manufacturers design their children’s clothing in an accurate, efficient and more sustainable way using fit testing and pattern optimization.

Hohenstein has been taking body measurements for all target groups since 1957. Based on regular serial measurements taken with 3D body scans over 20 years, data is continuously updated. With the measurement of toddlers and babies, Hohenstein is now closing a large gap in the market. 5626 girls and boys in German sizes 56 to 182 were measured. This means that 3D scans of infants are available for the first time. The 3D body data form an indispensable basis for customer-specific measurement tables, child-friendly patterns and gradings, optimized fits as well as 3D children’s avatars for clothing simulation.

Hohenstein offers a wide range of tests for safe children’s clothing from a single source. In addition to fit and pattern, Hohenstein carries out risk assessments and safety tests for children’s clothing (e.g. cords according to DIN EN 13682), UV protection according to different standards, tests for harmful substances according to OEKO-TEX®, among others. Toy testing is also part of the portfolio.

Posted: March 15, 2023

Source: Hohenstein

Pigment.Inc Consolidates DTG/DTF Equipment Range, Hosts Dealer Training Event

UITGEEST, the Netherlands — March 9, 2023 — Pigment.Inc hosted its distribution partner training event in February at its showroom in Uitgeest, Netherlands. The training event  focused on the company’s latest Q Series direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) industrial grade printing platforms. The event brought distributors from across Europe and Turkey to focus on sales, technical operation, maintenance and print management software to ensure optimised output, hardware servicing/performance and longevity of the Q Series printing equipment. Q Series Printers are designed for the versatile application requirements of digital garment decoration. The equipment range consists of the Q1 and Q2 Hybrid DTG/DTF Printers, the Q1-T roll to roll industrial grade DTF Printer and the recently launched Merch Factory QO-T Desktop sheet format DTF Printer designed for smaller print shops and retail environments.

Pigment.Inc CEO Steve Richardson said: “Training events like these are integral to supporting and educating our global distribution network about our products. We want end users to get the best results from our Q Series equipment range. Our team has worked tirelessly on designing and manufacturing industrial grade digital printing systems with competitive pricing. Our aim is to help end users take the next step in improving digital garment decoration processes and grow their businesses by being able to decorate a broader range of fabrics and products with equipment and consumables tailored for the evolving needs of garment decorators.

With increasing demand for industrial grade direct-to-film (DTF) solutions for garment decoration, Pigment.Inc focussed on developing printing hardware for the DTG/DTF market segment. The Q-Hybrid Series DTG/DTF garment printers and the Q1-T roll to roll DTF transfer printer were launched at FESPA 2022. The company expanded its DTF line-up with the recent launch of its Merch Factory QO-T dedicated DTF desktop sheet format printer for garment transfer application.

The QO-T DTF printer is a first of its kind desktop sheet format DTF system paired with Kodak consumables for best in class DTF transfer production.

Pigment.Inc develops and manufactures industrial digital printing hardware for the specialty printing industry under its four distinct brand segments which are DTG Digital – direct to garment DTG/DTF printers, PPS Innovations – Ancillary finishing equipment for DTG/DTF Printed Garments, GoTx – roll to roll fabric printers, and Compress Digital – Industrial UV LED Flat-bed Printers for printing onto both rigid and flexible 2D and 3D products. The company supplies its equipment range through an established worldwide network of long-standing distribution partners ensuring expert, comprehensive sales, service and support. The company designs its hardware solutions at its corporate head office in Sydney, Australia with state-of-the-art manufacturing and service centers in Singapore, Malaysia and The Netherlands.

Posted March 14, 2023

Source: Pigment.Inc

Mattress Warehouse Establishing New Distribution Center In Lexington County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — March 14, 2023 — Mattress Warehouse today announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Lexington County. The company will create 108 new jobs.

Mattress Warehouse is an American retailer that sells mattresses across the nation. For more than 30 years, Mattress Warehouse has sold quality sleep products at an affordable price, providing a positive sleep experience to its customers. Mattress Warehouse offers a large selection of quality name brand bedding including Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, Purple, Casper and more. In addition to mattresses, the company sells pillows, adjustable bases, sheets, mattress protectors, bed frames, platform beds and other sleep accessories. Mattress Warehouse also utilizes technology to improve the customer shopping experience such as the use of the patented diagnostic system, bedMATCH, which recommends the mattresses best suited for each individual’s support needs.

With current retail operations in the state, Mattress Warehouse’s Lexington County facility will serve as the company’s first distribution center in South Carolina. Located at 803 Industrial Park in West Columbia, the new facility will support existing and future retail locations in the region.

Operations are expected to be online by early 2024. Individuals interested in joining the Mattress Warehouse team should visit the company’s careers page.

“Mattress Warehouse is very excited to be part of Lexington County as we continue to grow into South Carolina. This is an important part of our growth strategy and we look forward to serving the communities in South Carolina through the addition of employment opportunities as well as improving the lives of our guests through quality sleep.” -Mattress Warehouse President and Chief Executive Officer Bill Papettas

“Congratulations to Mattress Warehouse for establishing a new distribution center in Lexington County. The 108 new jobs will make a big difference in the Lexington County community and South Carolina.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“This announcement is proof that South Carolina continues to attract name brand companies to its growing logistics and distribution sector because of the state’s robust infrastructure network. We welcome Mattress Warehouse to Lexington County and look forward to the company’s success.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“On behalf of Lexington County Council, we proudly welcome Mattress Warehouse to 803 Industrial Park, strategically located within our thriving community. The jobs created as a part of this project will be a welcomed addition to our diversified inventory, and we look forward to the company’s success in Lexington County.”  -Lexington County Council Chairwoman Beth Carrigg

“Mattress Warehouse is a welcomed addition to the growing portfolio of companies locating in Lexington County. This new distribution center at 803 Industrial Park is a perfect match for both the company and community, as the park’s central location and access to logistics means products can be efficiently transported and workers can easily commute. Congrats to Mattress Warehouse and our partners in Lexington on today’s announcement.” -Central SC Alliance Chairman Matthew Shaffer

Posted: March 14, 2023

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

Tin Thanh Group Americas Establishing First U.S. Operations In Allendale County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — March 14, 2023 — Tin Thanh Group Americas, a tire manufacturer, today announced plans to establish its first United States operations which will be in Allendale County, S.C. The company’s $68 million investment will create 1,031 new jobs.

Located at Walker Road in Fairfax, S.C., Tin Thanh Group Americas will build a new facility in Allendale County. Tin Thanh Group Americas’ South Carolina location will allow the company to manufacture and retread large commercial vehicle tires, as well as operate its commercial tire leasing program.

Supplying energy from reusable sources, Tin Thanh Group Americas will provide operations in recycled energy, closed industry-agriculture, recycled waste and tire leasing while serving the environment, energy, high-tech agriculture and technology markets. With a focus on sustainability, the company is committed to implementing sustainable practices to lower the carbon-emission level and provide a cleaner environment.

Operations are expected to be online by September 2024. Individuals interested in joining the Tin Thanh Group Americas team should email resumes to the company.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to this project. The council also awarded a $1 million Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant to Allendale County to assist with the costs of site preparation and infrastructure improvements.

“Tin Thanh Group Americas is excited to make South Carolina home for its first location outside Vietnam and is proud to be South Carolina’s first Vietnamese company. With the assistance of the Department of Commerce, the SouthernCarolina Alliance and the officials at Allendale County, and the assistance of readySC, the decision was clear compared with the other locations that sought our project in the Southeast. Tin Thanh Group Americas looks forward to a long-lasting, fruitful and cooperative relationship with all of South Carolina.” -Tin Thanh Group Americas Chief Executive Officer Tran Dinh Quyen

“This announcement once again shows the world has taken notice of the many benefits of doing business in South Carolina. This major $68 million investment and 1,031 new jobs will be transformative for Allendale. We proudly welcome our first Vietnamese Company, Tin Thanh Group Americas, to the state and look forward to creating a long-standing partnership.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“Today is another win for South Carolina! When clean energy companies such as Tin Thanh Group Americas decide to invest in our state, it is a testament to the talented workforce that contributes to the rapid growth of sustainable companies. Congratulations to Tin Thanh Group Americas on its first operations in the U.S.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“Allendale County welcomes Tin Thanh Group Americas to our community, and we thank them for their investment in our future and our people. Each of the more than one thousand jobs will make a difference in the lives of a family in the region because good jobs and good economic development change lives. We look forward to working with this fine company, which is committed to sustainability and good values, bringing prosperity and progress to our area.” -Allendale County Council Chairman Matthew Connelly

“SouthernCarolina Alliance welcomes Mr. Tran and the Tin Thanh Group Americas to our region, where they plan to build their first facility in the U.S. The jobs they are creating, and their capital investment will be a tremendous catalyst to growth in this rural area. Industries like Tin Thanh are the backbone of the regional economy and touch every aspect of the local community.” -SouthernCarolina Alliance President and Chief Executive Officer Danny Black

Posted: March 14, 2023

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

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