Duluth Trading Co. And Mossy Oak® Unveil Camo Collaboration You’ll Have To See To Believe

MOUNT HOREB, Wis. — September 14, 2022 — Duluth Trading Co., a casualwear, workwear and accessory retailer for men and women, announces a new limited-edition collection with Mossy Oak®, America’s leading camo brand since 1986. Available now, the new 11-piece Duluth Trading x Mossy Oak® collection takes all the function and innovation of classic jobsite favorites from Duluth and douses them in an equally classic camouflage pattern.

“At Duluth Trading, we’re known for our dedication to create workwear that’s tough enough for the jobsite without sacrificing flexibility or function — which is why many hunters have worn their Duluth favorites straight from work to the woods for years,” said Ricker Schlecht, Senior Vice President of Product, Merchandising and Inventory. “Now, by teaming up with Mossy Oak®, we’ve added hunting-specific designs that will keep wearers concealed, capable and comfortable. You’ve never seen hunting gear like this.”

“Mossy Oak has been getting people closer to nature for decades, and since right around the time Mossy Oak was founded, Duluth Trading has been creating better and better work clothing that can do it all,” said Daniel Haas, Executive Director of Brand Marketing for Mossy Oak.  “We’re proud to see our original pattern –Bottomland – paired with the legacy of Duluth and some of the most durable do-it-all gear around.”

Key pieces in the new collection include:

  • Men’s DuluthFlex Fire Hose Mossy Oak Cargo Pants: Purpose-built with incredibly tough-yet-bendable 8-oz. DuluthFlex® Fire Hose® canvas. The 97% cotton/3% spandex fabric is now available in the one-and-only Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo with the same Crouch Gusset® and tuckable cargo pockets that made Fire Hose Work Pants a favorite of tradesmen across the country.
  • Men’s Fire Hose Flannel-Lined Mossy Oak Limber Jac: A shirt jacket design updated in Mossy Oak’s iconic camo and built for action with Duluth’s rugged, abrasion resistant Fire Hose® cotton canvas. The Limber Jac also has a stain- and moisture-repellent FendOff Finish® fabric treatment.
  • Men’s Superior Fire Hose Mossy Oak Vest: Duluth’s burliest, most rugged winter work vest now boasts a Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo print, obscuring body outlines in almost any outdoor environment.
  • Men’s Longtail Mossy Oak Relaxed Tees: Duluth’s Longtail T® Shirt has long hidden the scourge of Plumber’s Butt, while Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo has concealed hunters in nearly any hunting environment imaginable. Now, these two classics come together in a shirt that’ll obscure your outline and disguise your backside. The tee is available in long-sleeve and short-sleeve crew styling.

Items in the Duluth Trading x Mossy Oak Collection range in price from $34.50 to $209.50. The full collection is available to shop now at duluthtrading.com and limited Duluth Trading stores.

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Duluth Trading Company

Refrigiwear® Unveils Insulated Gear For Essential Workers At International Food Service Expo

TAMPA, Fla. — September 14, 2022 — RefrigiWear® announced the one of the largest releases of new insulated workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) in its 68-year history at the International Food Service Distributors Association’s Distribution Solutions Conference.

This collection of new insulated workwear is designed with options for thermal jackets, waterproof work shoes, insulated gloves and headwear to protect warehouse and food service workers in sub-freezing facilities, as well as transportation and construction workers outdoors in cold and wet weather.

“Working in freezing conditions requires both physical and mental toughness. Our team works tirelessly to build insulated gear that helps people working in the cold do their jobs as safely, comfortably and efficiently as possible,” says CEO Ryan Silberman.

Quality, durability and outstanding customer service remain top priorities for the company and commitment to those principles guided the development of these new products.

“We listen carefully to feedback from our customers and spend time with them in food processing facilities, in cold storage warehouses and on frigid job sites. Their work is essential and our customers rely on us to be their one-stop shop for staying safe and warm on the job,” adds Silberman.

Highlights from this season’s new products include:

  • EnduraQuilt™ Collection – Delivers 5 new jackets for durable, versatile protection from cool and cold conditions, including 2 high-visibility options.
  • FleetStride™ Safety Sneakers – When the job calls for speed, these waterproof, safety-toe sneakers with anti-slip soles keep you comfortable on your feet all shift long.
  • 54 Gold Hooded Utility Jacket – A new addition to the popular 54 Gold Collection, this jacket includes lightweight AirBlaze® insulation rated for temps down to -54°F. It features a shorter length that offers optimum comfort for forklift drivers and heavy-equipment operators that often sit while working in the cold.
  • Insulated and Waterproof Gloves – Protect your most important tools with 3 new leather gloves: an insulated 3-finger mitt or 2 latex-coated gloves perfect for intricate work in slippery environments.
  • Convertible Headwear – New styles of multi-layer balaclavas provide maximum protection for head, ears, nose and mouth while also allowing adjustments to blow off steam when work heats up.

RefrigiWear® delivers the best variety of insulated workwear solutions to people working in every step of the cold chain, agriculture, construction, transportation and everything in between. For more information on cold-weather and high-visibility workwear and accessories, visit www.RefrigiWear.com.

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: REFRIGIWEAR

Atlas Copco Introduces New Energy Efficient GA VSDS Compressor

ROCK HILL, SC— September 14, 2022 — Atlas Copco announces the launch of a new generation of its variable speed drive (VSD) compressors. Offering energy savings of up to 60%, the GA VSDS leads the way in energy-efficient, sustainable compressors. Thanks to its pioneering smart features, the GA VSDS can adapt and optimize its operation for each customer. The new technology will be available first in the 30-50 horsepower (22-37 kW) GA oil-injected screw compressor range.

The GA VSDS is the third generation of Atlas Copco variable speed drive (VSD) compressors. VSD compressors significantly reduce energy consumption by adjusting their motor speed to the fluctuations in compressed air demand. When Atlas Copco introduced the technology, a first-generation VSD compressor achieved energy savings of up to 35% compared to a fixed-speed compressor. That number increased to 50% when the VSD+ update was launched. Now, the GA VSDS offers energy savings of up to 60%. In 2020, Atlas Copco celebrated the 25th anniversary of their first VSD compressor launch.

What makes Atlas Copco’s GA VSDS the most energy efficient compressor on the market?

Sustainability

Its unrivaled energy efficiency gives the GA VSDS industry-leading sustainable credentials. A recent survey conducted by Atlas Copco in the United States highlighted that the United States can save around 13 billion kWh annually in electricity associated with compressed air — which would remove ~9 million metric tons of CO2 annually. The launch of the VSDs is an important step in being able to continue to deliver savings to compressed air customers.

Sustainability was also a guiding principle in the design of the GA VSDS. In addition to its minimal number of components, it is the first compressor to feature an IE5 ferrite-assisted synchronous reluctance motor, eradicating the need for the use of increasingly precious and rare earth materials.

“The VSDS offers true sustainable innovation,” says Stef Lievens, Vice President Marketing of the Atlas Copco Industrial Air Division. “As climate change affects us all, Atlas Copco has made sustainable productivity our number one focus. There is no better example than the GA VSDS meeting not just today’s standards but also those of tomorrow. It’s a truly transformative compressor for a rapidly changing industry.”

Smart, flexible performance

The GA VSDS is a powerful compressor with up to 20% higher free air delivery (FAD) than a fixed-speed equivalent. This provides customers a unique opportunity to select a lower horsepower compressor and still get the air they need.

The VSDS introduces several smart features that allow it to adapt and optimize its performance to each customer’s applications, requirements, and conditions. The most important example is the Smart Temperature Control (STC) system, which ensures that the compressor operates with an optimal oil temperature at all times. As a result, it completely eliminates the risk of condensation while ensuring maximum compression efficiency.

The GA VSDS also comes with the all-new Boost Flow Mode, which gives customers the freedom to temporarily and safely exceed their compressor’s maximum capacity.

Superior connectivity

The GA VSDS comes with industry-leading connectivity features. These include its advanced Elektronikon® Touch controller, the EQ2i multiple compressor control (integrated as standard), SMARTLINK remote monitoring and analysis, and OPC UA integration for connected production environments.

Small and quiet

With sound levels as low as 63 dB(A), the GA 22-37 VSDS does not require a compressor room. It can be installed on the production floor. Thanks to Atlas Copco’s now familiar vertical, compact design, the compressor takes up very little space.

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Atlas Copco Compressors LLC

Sun Chemical to Showcase Digital Ink Solutions at PRINTING United Expo 2022

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — September 14, 2022 — Sun Chemical will showcase its full range of digital inks for textiles and graphics at PRINTING United Expo from October 19-21, 2022 in Las Vegas.

“We are thrilled to be presenting our inaugural exhibit at PRINTING United Expo this year,” said Simon Daplyn, Manager, Product Marketing, Sun Chemical. “In addition to displaying our full portfolio of solutions, our team is excited to share the latest in ink solutions to enable more sustainable printing and highlight our commitment to developing and growing the digital ink market in North America.”

Digital Inkjet Inks for Wide Format Printing

Sun Chemical will display a selection of its Streamline inkjet inks designed for a variety of wide- and super-wide format solvent based or aqueous printers. The direct-to-consumer solvent inks have been formulated specifically to be compatible with the original products which allows quick, risk free conversions with no need to change machine settings or create new color profiles. The aqueous inks have been formulated for large format poster applications where high-volume, high-speed printing, combined with high impact imagery at maximum productivity is needed.

Streamline offers a full suite of eco-solvent, solvent and aqueous inks alongside added services such as GREENGUARD Certification, bulk ink supply systems and product field support.

Digital Inks for Textiles

Visitors of booth #C10907 can also explore Sun Chemical’s wide array of water-based inks for digital textile printing, including:

  • Sublimation Inks: These digital sublimation inks enable users to benefit from the best color and print performance across a range of demanding applications from fashion and sports apparel to home textiles, sign and display, and hard surfaces.
  • Pigmented Inks: Sun Chemical’s water-based digital pigment inks for textile printing allow customers to easily add value to their printed products by maximizing color performance and fastness on a range of fabrics.
  • Reactive Dye Inks: Using the highest quality dyes to ensure the purest color with extended printhead lifetime, water-based reactive dyes offer brands more design freedom, through precise and vibrant color for cotton, viscose, linen and silk applications.
  • Acid Dye Inks: Optimized to ensure the best color and fastness performance on polyamide and silk substrates, Sun Chemical’s water-based acid dye inks can be used for diverse applications, such as flags, swim and sportswear, fashion and accessories.

Additional Inks and Coatings Solutions on Display

Sun Chemical offers the largest range of digital inks and coatings available worldwide for virtually every inkjet application. Backed by the formulation capabilities and application expertise to create new market opportunities for digital printing, Sun Chemical’s inkjet inks and coatings solutions for OEM partners and integrators can be used for packaging, display graphics, décor, ceramics and tiles, labels, plastic cards, industrial printing and more.

Other inkjet inks and coatings solutions on display will include:

  • SunJet: As the global inkjet brand of Sun Chemical and DIC, SunJet will demonstrate its most recent developments in inkjet chemistry, including collaborations with OEM partners, system integrators and printhead manufacturers across a number of market sectors, including graphics, décor, textile, coding & marking, publication, commercial, industrial, label and packaging.
  • Edible Inks for Direct Food Printing: Edible inks offering outstanding color and print sharpness and are well suited for both small and larger businesses and brands looking to bring customization and enhanced consumer experience to their products.
  • SunEvo™ Digital Coatings: SunEvo digital coatings come from a collaborative initiative within the supply chain that aims to facilitate the evolution of digitally printed packaging and digital label printing, deliver improved workflows, and comply with printing and regulatory industry standards through technically advanced solutions.

Learn more about Sun Chemical’s digital ink and coating solutions by visiting Sun Chemical at booth #C10907 during PRINTING United Expo from October 19-21, 2022, in Las Vegas.

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Sun Chemical Corporation

The New Era Of COTERIE New York Opens September 18th-20th

NEW YORK, NY — September 14, 2022 — COTERIE New York, fashion event serving women’s contemporary and advanced contemporary markets, hosted by global industry connector Informa Markets Fashion returns to New York September 18-20 at the Javits Center, with a ground up rebrand that is the COTERIE as you know it, but not as you would expect it.

COTERIE New York brings thousands of top-tier retailers and premium brands together to display upcoming collections and immediates at this premier fashion wholesale event during market week in the U.S. fashion capital. This will be the first peek into the evolution of COTERIE featuring a new look, new vision, and new offering.

The new era of COTERIE will feature three immersive experience areas, centered around sustainability, technology, and community, which will come together to create a living representation of the current and future state of fashion. COTERIE New York has collaborated with world renowned architect Gonzalez Haase AAS to create two of the three design experience areas as well as a new unique concept area on the show floor which will feature a selection of carefully curated COTERIE brands.

“The new era of COTERIE will bring a modern energy to the women’s advanced contemporary and contemporary market. COTERIE is where ideas and conversations converge to create new ideas and drive new innovations through meaningful connections.” -Kelly Helfman, President Informa Markets Fashion “We recognize that the COTERIE community expects a higher level of standards when it comes to this show. We plan to exceed these expectations with this evolution.”

In line with COTERIE New York’s evolved mission and vision, sustainability will be at the forefront of the show. This season COTERIE has partnered with Arcadia Earth and AMERI_ICAN to shine a light on the current reality of the impact humans are having on the environment and call into question how far our industry will go to protect it. Part immersive metaverse experience and part educational moment, this space is designed to inspire all of us to work together towards a more sustainable future. This exciting opportunity combines both the physical and virtual worlds for attendees to experience.

COTERIE New York welcomes cutting edge technology to the ever-modernizing fashion industry, being presented in partnership with DRESSX. The future-gazing aspect of COTERIE explores technological advancements and new forms of craft that are shaping fashion. This season the show is bridging IRL and digital fashion through an interactive AR (Augmented Reality). Attendees can discover the possibilities of digital fashion and “try on” a custom digital piece: a COTERIE New York digital tee.

The COTERIE Community Hub will be the cornerstone of the event in which the COTERIE evolution will be shared through intentional design. The COTERIE Community Hub will serve as a meeting spot, discussion area, and learning space for brands, retailers, and partners. The hub will feature a variety of amenities including a lounge area, complimentary water bottles, espresso hours, cocktail hours, show bags.

In addition to the show floor registered guests can attend thought-provoking panel discussions led by industry leaders and held daily on the education stage. Highlights include:

  • “Optimizing the Wholesale Model for the Future” led by Robin Mellery-Pratt, The Business of Fashion and panelists Katie Kolodinski, Founder & Creative Director at Silk Laundry and Lander Desmedt, Co-Founder and CEO of HNST and Kate Linstrom, Design Director at MAGNLENS.
  • “BEYOND THE BUZZWORD: (Re)defining Sustainability in 2022 and Beyond”, with moderator Kelly Helfman, President of Informa Markets Fashion and panelists Valentino Vettori, Founder, Arcadia Earth and Vesna Cremona, Founder, AMER_ICAN will discuss a future vision where fashion companies and the industry as a whole is actively working towards a more sustainable future together.
  • “(DIGITAL) FASHION FORWARD: Decoding Opportunities in Digital Fashion,” during which a panel of experts will dive deeper into the opportunities that digital fashion and NFTs have to offer.

Over 820 brands will showcase their latest designs, including local New York brands SERPUI, ONCEPT NYC, DL1961, Amanda Uprichard, Saylor, Blank NYC, Halston, Mignonne Gavigan, and international brands MISSONI, Silk Laundry, and Maxine Simoens. An incredible selection of Black-owned brands at COTERIE includes Jessica Rich, LITA by Ciara, Ibeka, Carlton Jones and Rollie Nation. Brands can apply HERE to participate in this bi-annual fashion wholesale event.

Top buyers from retail chains, boutiques, online retailers, and big box majors will be onsite in New York to discover latest trends and shop the leading domestic and international brands. Registered retailers include Anthropologie, Beams, Bergdorf Goodman, Big Drop, Bloomingdales, Fenwick, Intermix, ISETAN, Merci, Neiman Marcus, Printemps, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop among many others.

For more information about additional 2022 Informa Markets Fashion events, please visit:

https://www.findfashionevents.com

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Informa Markets Fashion

YESS Standard For Fabric Mills Cascades Due Diligence Throughout The Supply Chain

BERKELEY, CA — September 14, 2022 — As part of its flagship initiative YESS: Yarn Ethically & Sustainably Sourced, Responsible Sourcing Network released its first YESS Standard for Fabric Mills: Weaving & Knitting Operations Only, as well as its 2.0 version of YESS Standard for Spinning Mills. Ultimately, these standards aim to eliminate forced labor involved in cotton production by training and assessing fabric and yarn manufacturers to implement due diligence and address the risk of cotton produced with forced labor within their own supply chains.

“These standards will help establish due diligence expectations throughout global cotton supply chains all the way to the dirt,” said Patricia Jurewicz, CEO of Responsible Sourcing Network and founder of YESS.

“After concentrated effort researching, training, piloting, and gathering feedback from stakeholders, mills, auditors, and brands, we’re excited to make these two standards publicly available so they can have a ripple effect across the industry.”

The YESS standards will assist companies to comply with due diligence regulations, give consumers assurance that brands are using cotton produced with a low risk of forced labor, enable spinning and fabric mills to implement systems to eliminate risk, and encourage connection with local stakeholders to prevent and mitigate forced labor involved with cotton production.

“Our partnership with YESS aligns with our mission to foster transparency and due diligence across supply chains,” stated Erin Klett, Director of the Supply Chain Tracing & Engagement Methodologies (STREAMS) Project at Verité. “The YESS initiative and its standards will be key in supporting fabric and spinning mills to prioritize where risks of forced labor in cotton production are greatest, with the goal of producing cotton goods in a way that respects human rights.”

Development of the YESS standards was supported by 23 global brand and retailer sponsorships; a grant from the Fair Labor Association; and the Verité STREAMS project, a traceability project funded by the U.S. Department of Labor under cooperative agreement number IL-35805. Support for version 1.0 of the YESS Standard for Spinning Mills was provided by The Walt Disney Company and Humanity United.

“Thus far, the entire cotton supply chain has been opaque, and it has been difficult for retailers and brands to have an impact on labor conditions at the raw commodity level. By building due diligence capacity in the middle of the supply chain, we are encouraging collaboration between every tier to identify and address the problems,” said due diligence expert Liz Muller, principal of liz muller & partners, and lead author of both YESS standards.

In addition to the initial research conducted in Bangladesh, India, Turkey and Uzbekistan, Responsible Sourcing Network recently concluded its YESS pilot in India, Pakistan, and Malaysia, which contributed to the standards’ development and confirmed that fabric and spinning mills are capable of conforming to the YESS standards. Additionally, qualified independent auditors were trained on conducting YESS assessments, and resources were developed to support fabric and spinning mills’ ability to meet the requirements of the standards.

Both YESS standards underwent public consultation prior to their publication, and applicable feedback was incorporated into the final versions of the standards and associated training materials.

The YESS standards are the foundational documents of the YESS initiative. With them, Responsible Sourcing Network aims to build due diligence capacity throughout the industry.

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Responsible Sourcing Network (RSN)

Microban Launches Refresh™: A Patent-Pending Odor Capture Technology That Is Completely Metal Free

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — September 14, 2022 — Microban International is pleased to introduce Refresh™ – its newest, patent-pending, sustainable odor capture technology that is completely metal free. This innovative technology is proven to reduce odors by up to 93% on polyester and polyester-rich blends, even after 30 home launderings.

Microban is the global supplier of antimicrobial and odor control technology, and has developed Refresh as part of its ongoing dedication to sustainable textiles manufacturing. This patent-pending formula is designed to address the needs of both manufacturers and consumers, by providing an effective solution to tackle permastink without relying on traditional heavy metal chemistries. Refresh is proven to effectively reduce odors on polyester and polyester-rich blends, including activewear, hunting gear and other apparel. By keeping garments fresher for longer, this technology will allow end-users to enjoy the benefits of washing items less frequently and therefore reduce water consumption and fiber pollution, preventing premature disposal and decreasing landfill loading. It also allows manufacturers to reduce their use of pesticidal chemistries.

Michael Ruby, President at Microban International, explained the importance of this innovation: “Microban is focused on sustainable solutions, and is proud to have developed Refresh, a more environmentally-friendly technology designed to combat the issue of persistent odors on clothing without using any metal-based chemistries. With Refresh, apparel brands and manufacturers across the world can deliver smart textiles that stay fresher for longer, extending their usable lifetime and reducing the mountains of textile waste that end up in landfill each year. Refresh complements Microban’s Scentry® and Scentry Revive® technologies perfectly, now providing three world-class bluesign®-listed technologies for apparel brands to specify at the mill level for odor control applications.”

Refresh can be incorporated during the manufacturing processes for polyester and polyester-rich blends products as an easy-to-use and particle-free one-part liquid solution, avoiding any concerns about settlement during storage and mixing. It is fully water soluble and will not negatively impact fabric properties. Dr. Yihong Li, Senior Technical Manager for Textiles at Microban International, elaborated: “Refresh has been meticulously designed to provide effective odor protection that not only contributes to sustainable initiatives, but also seamlessly integrates into polyester textile manufacturing processes. Microban has applied its expertise and extensive technical knowledge to develop this technology to meet industry demands for smarter textile products.”

Refresh is available to apparel brands and manufacturers globally, along with Microban’s support and expertise. Find out more at https://www.microban.com/odor-control/technologies/refresh and get in touch with a representative today!

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: Microban International

National Cotton Council (NCC) Welcomes USDA’s Climate-Smart Pilot Projects

MEMPHIS, Tenn.  — September 14, 2022 — National Cotton Council Chairman Ted Schneider said the U.S. cotton industry applauds USDA for promoting sustainable farming practices through its Partnership for Climate-Smart Commodities — including the new Climate Smart Cotton Program led by the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol.

The Louisiana producer stated that, “The U.S. cotton industry is committed to sustainability and to protecting the environment. The $90 million of funding allocated to the U.S. Climate Smart Cotton Program is a historic investment that will further enhance our industry’s voluntary environmental stewardship efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, soil loss and water and energy use, while increasing land efficiency and soil carbon.”

He said this project announced today will provide technical and financial assistance to more than 1,000 U.S. cotton producers, including historically underserved cotton producers, to advance adoption of climate smart practices such as no-till, cover crops and nutrient management on more than a million acres, producing more than four million bales of Climate Smart Cotton over five years.

Schneider said the new project will be led by the industry’s three-year old sustainability initiative — the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol® — a voluntary program where its American cotton producer participants “commit to providing sustainably-grown cotton to not only meet the needs of brands and retailers in the fashion and textile industries but ultimately protect and preserve our planet.”

The Climate Smart Cotton Program is a collaborative effort with Cotton Incorporated and the NCC’s export promotion arm, Cotton Council International; the Soil Health Institute; the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund; Alabama A&M University; North Carolina A&T University; Texas A&M University’s AgriLife Research; and Agricenter International in Memphis. The NCC also is grateful for Target’s support of the project through cost-share funding.

“The U.S. cotton industry is honored to partner with USDA on this very important environmental enterprise,” Schneider said. “We look forward to working with Secretary Vilsack on future climate-smart programs not only to build and expand market opportunities for U.S. cotton but be global leaders in mitigating the impact of climate change through voluntary and innovative conservation practices.”

Posted: September 14, 2022

Source: National Cotton Council (NCC)

Transfer Between Research And Industry: Ulrich Reifenhäuser Receives The Georg Menges Award

Presentation of the Georg Menges Award 2022. (left to right): Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Hopmann, Dipl.-Kfm. Ulrich Reifenhäuser and Dr.-Ing. Herbert Müller.
Photo: IKV/ Dominik Fröls

AACHEN, Germany — September 8, 2022 — Ulrich Reifenhäuser, CSO of the Reifenhäuser Group, was awarded the prestigious Georg Menges Prize 2022 at the 31st International Colloquium on Plastics Technology in Aachen held September 7-8, 2022. The prize recognizes individuals or groups who have rendered outstanding services to the transfer of research results into industrial practice. The sponsors of the award are the Plastics and Rubber section of Germany’s Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA), together with PlasticsEurope Deutschland and the Association of Sponsors of the Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV) in Industry and Craft at RWTH University. The award is traditionally presented every two years during the colloquium organized by the IKV. Ulrich Reifenhäuser is the first businessman to receive the Georg Menges Award.

The award was presented by Professor Dr.-Ing. Christian Hopmann, Director of the IKV and Dr.-Ing. Herbert Müller, Chairman of the Board of the IKV Sponsors’ Association. In his laudatory speech, Professor Hopmann highlighted Ulrich Reifenhäuser’s great and successful commitment to the industry and his tireless search for optimal solutions that are sustainable in the best sense of the word, and praised him as a personality of integrity and integration. “The Georg Menges Prize is awarded for the consistent implementation of research and innovation in industry. The previously described achievements of our prizewinner would certainly have been enough to receive the award but, for the sponsors of the Prize, what was especially important and the key argument for their decision was Ulrich Reifenhäuser’s honorary dedication to the K tradefair,” explained Professor Hopmann.

Ulrich Reifenhäuser has been a member of the Reifenhäuser Group management since 1992 and is responsible for international line sales. Together with his brother Bernd Reifenhäuser, he manages the company in the third generation. Ulrich Reifenhäuser has been a board member of the VDMA Plastics and Rubber Machinery Association for more than 25 years and has been its chairman since 2010. During this time, he has built up an international network that is second to none. In 2020, he was inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame, as was the award’s namesake, and in 2022 he will be co-chairing the world’s leading plastics trade fair in Düsseldorf for the seventh time in a row as “President of K show.”

“This award and the recognition by the organizations behind it mean a lot to me,” said Ulrich Reifenhäuser. “My passion for plastics has always motivated me to promote the importance and benefits of this material worldwide. At the same time, I am aware of the importance of a holistic and effective circular economy for plastics. Supporting and accelerating this process is my primary goal. In this respect, the K trade show was and is the ideal platform for demonstrating new approaches to how we as an industry can produce and use plastics more efficiently and, above all, more sustainably. This year we will show how circular economy can succeed and what CO2 savings potential plastic — as an unbeatably light and high-performance material — has.”

Posted September 13, 2022

Source: Reifenhäuser

Web Industries Promotes Kathrin Doyle Arena To Vice President Human Resources To Support Global Growth In Medical, Aerospace, Personal And Home Care, And Industrial Sectors

MARLBOROUGH, Mass. — September 13, 2022 — Web Industries Inc., a global provider of contract converting and turnkey manufacturing services in the medical, aerospace, personal and home care, and industrial sectors, has promoted Kathrin Doyle Arena to the position of vice president of human resources.

In her new role, Arena will focus on fostering the company’s employee-owner culture, helping to sustain and grow the business in the United States and globally.

Arena joined Web Industries in 2016 as corporate human resources manager and was promoted a year later to senior director of human resources. Her first mission at the company was to develop and execute a multi-year strategy to refine and scale the HR organization. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), Web Industries places serious emphasis on the development, satisfaction and retention of its workforce.

In announcing the promotion, Web Industries CEO Mark Pihl pointed to Arena’s many successes: “During Kathy’s six years at Web Industries, she and her team have made great strides in building a global HR infrastructure that can keep up with our growth. She oversaw the implementation of a modern HR information system, fostered professional and executive development for our employee-owners, and helped implement a new compensation management system.”

Like most businesses, Web Industries faced COVID-19 pandemic-related challenges and disruptions. Arena and her team worked diligently to protect employees’ health and well-being, while striving to keep facilities open. During this same period, Web Industries was instrumental in supporting a major COVID-19 test manufacturer in producing millions of kits in record-setting time.

Arena notes that evolving the HR organization and keeping employees happy, healthy and successful are essential parts of her job. “I am looking forward to continuing to meet the needs of our global family of employee-owners as our company moves into the future,” she says. “We plan to attract, develop and retain the best people possible at Web Industries.”

Posted: September 13, 2022

Source: Web Industries Inc.

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