Anellotech To Advance Development Of Tex-TCat™, An Efficient Recycling Technology For Mixed Waste Textiles

PEARL RIVER, N.Y. — January 12, 2023 — Anellotech plans to begin advanced lab testing and scale-up for Tex-TCat™, an innovative recycling solution to the growing problem of textile waste. Tex-TCat fluid bed catalytic pyrolysis technology is the first that efficiently recycles mixed waste textiles directly into the same chemical feedstocks (including benzene, toluene and xylenes) that are used today to make virgin synthetics like polyester and nylon — providing a closed-loop, fiber-to-fiber solution to today’s textile recycling problems.

Tex-TCat delivers a direct pathway from mixed textile waste to secondary materials (BTX) instead of intermediates like pyrolysis oil. And, the technology involves no incineration or burning of waste feedstock. Lab-scale studies have demonstrated that Tex-TCat can process a variety of common textile materials that are incinerated or landfilled today — including cotton, polyester, nylon, elastane, acrylic and polyurethane as well as blends of these and other commonly used textile materials.

The fashion industry produces 100 billion garments each year. Although the call for circular fashion is increasingly urgent, 92 million tonnes of waste still end up in landfills. This waste is due to the lack of commercially viable recycling technologies for low-quality and mixed textiles as well as textile blends. While garments like 100 percent cotton or polyester are recyclable with legacy technologies, Tex-TCat is a recycling solution that complements mono-fiber garments as well as all non-recyclable blends and functional textiles. Tex-TCat’s unique features include:

  • Recycles synthetic and natural fibers as well as blends into valuable chemicals, effectively improving circular economics and lowering global greenhouse gas emissions.; and
  • Plans to operate at scale with the first plant able to process ~200,000 tonnes per year, and subsequent plants as large as one million tonnes, depending on feedstock availability.

“Tex-TCat has the potential to divert large quantities of previously unrecyclable textiles from landfills and provide major brands, through their existing suppliers, with recycled content,” says David Sudolsky, president and CEO of Anellotech. “The technology promises to be a key enabler of the textile industry’s work to become more sustainable.”

The development program’s next steps include optimizing the feedstock preparation for efficient reactor feeding as well as additional lab studies that will lead to long-term trials in Anellotech’s fully automated 0.5- tonne-per-day process demonstration plant. The company is currently seeking forward-looking companies to join them in accelerating the development and commercial implementation of the Tex-TCat technology.

Posted: January 12, 2023

Source: Anellotech

Fire-Dex Celebrates Another Year Of Tremendous Growth, Announces 15 Associate Promotions And 3 New Hires

MEDINA, Ohio — January 12, 2023 — Fire-Dex, a family-owned global manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE) for first responders, is on a mission. After yet another year of tremendous growth and continued success, today the company announced 15 key associate promotions to continue serving those who serve.

Once again, Fire-Dex experienced incredible year-over-year sales growth of over 40 percent in booking and revenue dollars. They have also onboarded 110 new associates between their 13 locations, which has resulted in production volumes being up nearly 30 percent across the board. And, as seen previously, with continued expansion comes greater opportunity to invest in the people that make it possible, which is why Fire-Dex has announced the promotion of 15 deserving individuals to new roles, including:

  • David Moore, Senior Zone director;
  • Nick Lino, director of Supply Chain;
  • Jamie Marks, director of Human Resources;
  • Dan Goble, director of Information Technology;
  • Bart Brown, Regional Zone director;
  • John Armstrong, Senior Project manager;
  • Shannon Lienemann, Communications manager;
  • Jon Sawyer, Regional Sales manager;
  • Niki Carter, Regional Operations manager;
  • Anthony Costanzo, Regional Operations manager;
  • Alexa Green, Content Marketing specialist;
  • Kaitlyn Ferrell, Product Innovation coordinator;
  • Mary Jo Johnson, 2nd Shift Team lead;
  • Harrison Creameans, Warehouse Team lead; and
  • Rebecca Rath, Purchasing administrator.

“We truly believe in recognizing and rewarding associates who are making a difference,” said Fire-Dex CEO Steve Allison. “Because their impact is felt well beyond their own respective teams and departments — it touches every aspect of our business and directly impacts our achievements as an organization. Each of these individuals has demonstrated their commitment and hard work and continue to be valuable assets to the Fire-Dex organization. Their promotions are much deserved.”

In addition to these promotions, Fire-Dex continues to grow and has added three new hires to the team in 2023. This includes:

  • Allison DeCongelio, Sales Operations administrator;
  • Joe Hodge, Regional Sales manager; and
  • Gary Schofield, International Sales manager.

In 2022, Fire-Dex won several awards recognizing their commitment to culture and growth, including the NorthCoast 99, Smart Culture, Weatherhead 100, Growth and Family Business & Longevity and Cascade Capital Business awards. The organization also won the Huntington Legacy Award, a specialty category of Cascade Capital’s Business Growth Awards recognizing long-term revenue and employment growth and sustainability.

Fire-Dex is always looking to add more talent to their ever-growing team of associates. To view all their current openings, visit firedex.com/employment.

Posted: January 12, 2023

Source: Fire-Dex

Bally Ribbon Mills To Highlight Performance Webbing Options At SHOT Show 2023

BALLY, Pa. — January 12, 2023 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), a designer, developer, and manufacturer of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, announced that it will showcase its high-quality, high-performance products at the SHOT Week Supplier Showcase to be held January 16-17, 2023, as part of SHOT Show.

Visit BRM at booth 51238 in the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian Congress Center in Las Vegas. Subject matter experts will be on hand to highlight samples of industry-leading specialty binding tapes, 100-percent Berry-compliant polyester webbing, and new pistol belt/sling webbing to industry manufacturers attending SHOT Show. Visitors to the booth can also see samples of material BRM supplied for tie-downs and structural elements of both the deceleration and landing systems used in NASA’s mission to Mars. These materials are engineered to maintain the highest strength to weight ratio possible while also being resistant to extreme environmental conditions of space and Mars’s atmospheric conditions during entry. These same materials have also been utilized for specialty applications here on Earth.

Showcased at the booth will be representative samples of BRM’s highly abrasion resistant specialty binding tapes, ideal for edge binding on load bearing equipment and soft-sided backpacks and luggage. BRM’s materials offer consistent quality and width, optimizing the sewing fabrication process. They also enable significantly better throughput, making them a better overall value than lower quality tapes.

Also on display are samples of BRM’s superior 100-percent Berry Amendment-compliant polyester webbing, ideal for use by DOD contractors manufacturing aircraft seat belts, retractors, restraining harnesses, and tie-downs. BRM’s Berry-compliant webbing is a good choice for civilian agencies involved in U.S. military procurement activities. Webbing is available in a wide range of widths, from 1-inch to 6-inch and is offered in low minimum runs and custom dye colors.

The new pistol belt/sling webbing that will be showcased at the booth is available in small runs with customization of dye color, widths, and weave designs and patterns. BRM experts offer complete design and textile engineering services.

As BRM’s staff is back to 100-percent full employment, and post COVID supply chain problems are beginning to subside, BRM is beginning to replace depleted finished woven and dyed stock items. Visitors to the booth can consult with subject matter experts, who bring a wide breadth of design application and engineering knowledge and can leverage their experience to solve engineering challenges in woven tapes and webbing.

Posted: January 12, 2023

Source: Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM)

James Heal: WickView Grading System Turns Moisture Management on its Head

HALIFAX, England — January 12, 2023 — Textile testing solutions provider James Heal has announced a new grading system for moisture management testing that turns the assessment of wicking behavior within a fabric on its head.

In 2019, James Heal launched its innovative WickView moisture management test instrument, enabling the wicking properties of a textile to be tested both vertically and horizontally, to better reflect real-life wear conditions. Many other instruments and test methods available test only horizontally.

The WickView instrument technology has advanced more quickly than the industry test standards, these use basic distance and time as a measure to assess the spread of moisture, rather than the exact movement in multiple directions. To address this James Heal has created a test method and system of grading to ensure systematic, accurate product testing in laboratories, and a software system that also enables the sharing of data and real-time video footage recorded of the actual test, electronically with colleagues or partners based in other locations.

Integrated cameras are mounted either side of the test specimen within the WickView, that combined with intuitive TestWise software, uniquely track, record and measure the multidirectional movement of moisture through a fabric on both skin and face sides. Numerous parameters can be measured for comparison, and features in the software allow users to identify and discount aspects that may skew the results such as the effects of gravitational pull and run-off, giving the most precise results.

Now with the James Heal test method and grading system users can be confident that they are testing correctly to achieve the most realistic, accurate results. A wealth of data is available within the WickView software, from watching recordings of the live test on each side of the specimen through to the resulting graphs and tables showing the grades of performance across a range of parameters. Results can be read individually or in different combinations to suit the scope of the testing, enabling users to understand and interpret their meaning in the context of the textile being tested, and where needed shared via email or online with their customers such as retailers or brand owners.

James Heal Head of Technical, Guy Smithurst, commented: “The WickView has pushed the boundaries of moisture management testing, and together with TestWise software offers a totally fresh approach. Having designed the instrument, written the test method and developed the grading system, the entire James Heal team including Innovation, Software Developers and Technical Specialists working in collaboration have created a new concept in this area of performance testing, providing manufacturers with a system to identify moisture movement and behavioral pattern, giving a ‘true wicking value’ of a fabric.”

Wicking is the transference and management of liquid moisture in or on a textile or garment. A good wicking fabric or textile needs to encompass characteristics which allow the movement of moisture effectively across a large area using capillary action. This is incredibly important to wearer comfort and also safety in many circumstances such as extreme heat or cold conditions.

Established in Halifax, England, in 1872, James Heal design and manufacture textile testing instruments, which are sold worldwide. The brand became part of the wider PPT Group in 2014, with a number of sister brands each focusing on testing many aspects of materials and products.

Posted: January 12, 2023

Source: James Heal

DyStar Announces Leadership Changes

SINGAPORE — January 12, 2023 — DyStar, a specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, has announced its key leadership changes to global management with immediate effect.

Yalin Xu has been appointed managing director and president of DyStar Group by the board of directors. He will be directly responsible for the management and operations of DyStar Group. Xu first joined DyStar in 2010 and has since been the executive board director.

Eric Hopmann has been redesignated as chief commercial officer, with a focus on sales and marketing of DyStar Group. He will continue to report to Yalin Xu. Hopmann was with DyStar when the company started in 1995 and has been leading various leadership positions at DyStar Group, including the most recent CEO role, to which he was appointed in 2014.

DyStar’s leadership change is in response to the rapid global market changes, and more importantly, is to enable the group to accelerate growth and drive productivity. The change will enable DyStar Group to streamline its operations and better utilize resources efficiently across its network.

DyStar remains committed to delivering sustainable products and solutions to its customers and supply chain.

Posted: January 11, 2023

Source: DyStar Singapore Pte Ltd

SAi Appoints Philippe Meyer As EnRoute Product Manager

SARASOTA, Fla .— January 11, 2023 — SA International (SAi), the leading provider of software solutions for the signmaking, digital printing, textile and CNC machining industries, has announced that Philippe Meyer has been appointed as EnRoute Product manager.

Based at SAi’s European headquarters near Brussels, Belgium, Meyer will take responsibility for SAi’s EnRoute CAD/CAM design software, widely acknowledged as the go-to CNC software solution for everyday cutting, nested-based production, and creative design applications across the signmaking, woodworking and fabrication industries.

As part of his remit, Meyer will manage updates and developments to EnRoute, oversee the product’s positioning and identify wider business opportunities for the software. This will see him work closely with the product management and technical/sales teams, as well as SAi’s extensive global reseller channel to ensure EnRoute continues to meet the exacting needs of customers.

“EnRoute is a truly feature-rich software that provides a unique combination of 2D and 3D design and toolpath capabilities for CNC routers, lasers, plasma, waterjet and knife cutters,” Meyer said.

“Throughout my time with SAi in other roles, the company has continued to invest in EnRoute and I’m excited to be part of ongoing developments that will see the software deliver even greater benefits for users in the near future.”

Meyer joined SAi in 2015, originally in a technical support role for both EnRoute and Flexi, SAi’s all-in-one design, print and cut software for sign and print providers. He subsequently became technical sales manager for Oceania, before assuming his latest role — the technical aspect of which he cites as being a primary attraction.

“Having started his career with us at SAi, Phillipe quickly demonstrated a level of all-round expertise, most notably a strong technical aptitude. He has, in a relatively short space of time, amassed a solid level of expertise of EnRoute and is committed to ensuring it maintains its worthy place as the foremost software package for CNC users across multiple application areas,” sais Don Feagan, president and COO, SAi.

Posted: January 11, 2023

Source: SA International (SAi)

DMIx Ecosystem Now Offers The Latest Trend Information For Color And Material Development

COLOGNE, Germany — January 11, 2023 — ColorDigital GmbH, with its interactive collaboration platform DMIx, is excited to announce the introduction of DMIx eXcite, an inspirational multimedia material and color trend-hub within the DMIx platform. DMIx eXcite offers interactive moodboards showcasing early upcoming trends with direct access to various assets which can be used as a reference across the entire DMIx environment and dedicated industry applications.

DMIx eXcite rolls-out with pioneering summer 2024 color trend moodboards, identified in close collaboration with fashion experts of the DMI Fashion Institute’s global network and an international textile industry advisory board.

DMI is one of leading trend agencies in the market. As part of a network of trend agencies from all around the world, DMI’s trend forecasts are based on in-depth expertise and big data analysis, supplying all sectors of the fashion industry with reliable trend information.

“eXcite fuels the creative work with DMIx-exclusive trend information and inspiration,” said Carl Tillesen, COO and Trend Analyst at DMI Fashion Institute. “The content on eXcite is generated by DMI using the DMIx digital MoodBoard module.”

With the first roll out, DMIx eXcite offers an additional source of color trend information for brands, suppliers, designers and colorists — directly usable on the DMIx platform. Any colors that are presented on the eXcite trendboard can be transferred to the DMIx users’ individual MoodBoards and collections plus it is possible to source existing fabrics in that trend color within the DMIx environment. The digital trend colors can be used to creating new digital materials too.

“We are excited to provide a new and vibrant source of information, directly connected to the digital product development workflows of our users. A team of highly skilled international experts will provide inspirational scenarios around color and material development at a very early point ahead of each season. With eXcite, we are following our passion around color, material and trims for virtual and industrial applications” says Gerd Willschütz, CEO and Co-Founder of ColorDigital GmbH.

eXcite will be available free of charge to all existing DMIx users from January 11, 2023.

Posted: January 11, 2023

Source: ColorDigital GmbH

HeiQ And BekaertDeslee Sign An Exclusive Supply Agreement For HeiQ Allergen* Tech

ZÜRICH, Switzerland — January 11, 2023 — HeiQ Allergen* Tech will power a new and improved generation of Purotex, a BekaertDeslee product, through its exclusive application to mattress ticking aiming to provide end-users with a good night’s sleep.

HeiQ Materials AG is pleased to announce that it has signed an Exclusive Supply Agreement with BekaertDeslee — a specialist in the development and manufacturing of mattress textiles, mattress covers, and on-trend sleep solutions — for the supply of HeiQ’s recently launched HeiQ Allergen Tech.

Under this agreement, BekaertDeslee will have exclusive worldwide rights to apply HeiQ Allergen Tech to mattress ticking, which is used to cover mattresses. HeiQ Allergen Tech, which was launched in October 2022, is a 100-percemt biobased, naturally derived technology that reduces exposure to inanimate allergens such as house dust mite matter, and pet allergens with the help of active probiotics.

It has been granted the Allergy UK Seal of Approval by The British Allergy Foundation following a review and assessment of the technology. Additionally, an independent certification has shown that HeiQ Allergen Tech successfully reduces 83.6 percent of cat (hair) allergen, 76.5 percent of dog (hair) allergen, and 96.6 percent of house dust mite matter allergen.

HeiQ Group Co-Founder and CEO Carlo Centonze said: “We are delighted to secure this contract with a world-class partner just weeks after launching HeiQ Allergen Tech, once again demonstrating our ability to develop and rapidly commercialize new technology for which there is strong global demand. Mattresses represent just one of many fields in the multi-billion home textiles market where HeiQ Allergen Tech can be applied, and we are building our pipeline of opportunities in areas such as carpet, furniture, and bed linens. Hygiene remains a core function for HeiQ and this latest product helps to solidify our position as a leading provider of nature-based hygiene solutions. With more than 90 percent of bedrooms in the US having three or more detectable allergens, this partnership with BekaertDeslee enables us to improve the lives of people significantly, which is central to our purpose.”

Frédéric Beucher, CEO of BekaertDeslee, said: “Being the world’s leading specialist in the development and manufacturing of mattress textiles gives BekaertDeslee a special responsibility when it comes to providing the market with innovative solutions that address real-world problems. This new technology will contribute to our efforts in introducing sustainable products that provide better conditions for a good night’s sleep. We will commercialize this exclusive technology under our well-known Purotex brand, by naming the new generation of our products Purotex+ powered by HeiQ Allergen Tech.”

* Inanimate allergens such as house dust mite matter & pet allergens.

Posted: January 11, 2023

Source: HeiQ Materials AG

Suominen Initiates Consultation Procedure Concerning A Plan To Permanently Close Manufacturing At Its Mozzate Plant In Italy

HELSINKI — January 10, 2023 — Suominen will start consultation with local trade unions regarding a plan to permanently close manufacturing at its Mozzate plant. According to the plan, the production would end during the second quarter of 2023. The consultation will be conducted in accordance with the Italian legislation and applicable National Collective Agreement and is aimed to be completed within 90 days. The Mozzate site currently employs 92 people, working both in production and in office roles.

“Since the normalization of the COVID-induced demand surge, the competition in the European wipes nonwovens market has increased significantly driven mainly by imports from Turkey and China. This is the case especially in the traditional blended fiber products. At the same time energy costs in Italy have increased to record high levels. These two factors combined have created huge challenges for the cost competitiveness of our plant in Mozzate,” says Klaus Korhonen, interim President & CEO.

The wipes nonwovens market is rapidly transitioning towards more sustainable alternatives. In line with its strategy, Suominen has set targets to increase the sales of sustainable products and to continuously innovate new environmentally friendly nonwovens.

“The demand for traditional blended fiber products in Europe is declining. Manufacturing sustainable nonwovens competitively requires production assets and processes optimized specifically for these products. Our lines at the Mozzate plant are not best suited for sustainable fibers, and this combined with high operating costs means that the plant is not competitive and its competitiveness is not expected to improve materially going forward. We are constantly evaluating the performance and profitability of our assets, and in the current situation we have unfortunately come to the conclusion that we need to consider closing the production at Mozzate to improve the competitiveness of our European business,” Klaus Korhonen concludes.

The expected financial impacts of the potential closure are approx. EUR 9 million in one-time cash costs in 2023-24 consisting mainly of severance costs, dismantling the production lines and restoration of leased buildings. One-time net non-cash costs are expected to be approx. 3 million euros of which approximately 4.5 million euros will be posted in Q4/2022 and approximately -1.5 million euros in 2023-24 corresponding to releases of certain provisions. If implemented, the plan is expected to yield a positive EBITDA impact of approximately 3 million euros on an annualized basis.

Posted January 10, 2023

Source: Suominen

Sustainable Commitment Of hubergroup Deutschland Awarded With EcoVadis Silver Medal

KIRCHEIM, Germany — January 10, 2023 — The printing ink specialist hubergroup Deutschland is committed to sustainability and has been awarded a silver medal by EcoVadis, the largest independent provider of sustainability ratings. hubergroup is among the top 20 percent of the more than 100,000 companies rated by EcoVadis so far. As part of the assessment, EcoVadis examines the sustainability management of companies in the areas of environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.

Since 2007, the global organisation EcoVadis has been evaluating the efforts of companies to operate sustainably and to comply with high social standards. hubergroup Deutschland is among the top 20 percent of all companies evaluated in the rating, thus demonstrating its holistic approach to sustainability. For example, hubergroup attaches great importance to conserving resources and producing ecological printing inks. The principle of the circular economy, in which waste is avoided and materials are reused instead to protect the environment, plays a central role. In close cooperation with organisations such as Cradle to Cradle, CEFLEX, INGEDE or EPEA, the printing ink specialist works on optimising the sustainability of its products and processes every day.

As early as the 1990s, hubergroup was the first production site in Germany to introduce the ISO 9001 quality management system. This was followed by the environmental, occupational health and safety, energy, and HACCP management systems. In addition, hubergroup is a member of the Responsible Care initiative and, by signing the Responsible Care Global Charter, has committed itself to voluntarily doing more than is required by laws and regulations.

Taking a holistic view of sustainability

“Our result in the EcoVadis rating shows that we take the issue of sustainability seriously. Our guiding principle is: we take a holistic view of sustainability and continuously drive the circular economy forward. We therefore take many large and small steps to make our actions and our products more ecological,” explains Carsten Zölzer, managing director at hubergroup Deutschland. “We are pleased that we are among the top 25 percent of the participating companies in all areas assessed by EcoVadis. But we also see the result as a guide for further improvement — because we want to continue to drive sustainable business.”

In 2022, for example, hubergroup launched an oxygen barrier coating that enables mono-material packaging for oxygen-sensitive foods. The company offers printing inks with full Cradle to Cradle certification for water- and solvent-based flexo and gravure printing as well as for offset printing. This makes hubergroup one of the manufacturers with the broadest portfolio of sustainable printing inks.

Posted January 10, 2023

Soure: hubergroup

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