Scott Bader Expands Partnership With HANS CLAUSSEN In Scandinavia

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, England — October 17, 2022 — Scott Bader and HANS CLAUSSEN have recently agreed an expansion of their successful partnership in Scandinavia.

The expansion will see HANS CLAUSSEN distribute third party products, such as ancillaries and reinforcements, through their Swedish operation NB8 SOLUTIONS alongside Scott Bader products in Scandinavia, thus offering Scandinavian customers a ‘one-stop shop’ for their composite and adhesive needs. Scott Bader will also provide HANS CLAUSEEN and NB8 SOLUTIONS with warehousing services from their site in Falkenberg, Sweden.

HANS CLAUSSEN, a family-owned company established in 1889, will continue as Scott Bader’s exclusive distribution partner for their advanced composite and structural adhesive ranges in Norway.

Jonathan Stowell, commercial director for Scott Bader, said: “We have a longstanding strategic partnership with HANS CLAUSSEN. Their fantastic team have helped grow our presence in the Norwegian composite and adhesive markets. We are delighted to expand that partnership to offer our Scandinavian customers a streamlined process for purchasing our materials and the necessary third-party products alongside them.”

Jonas Claussen, owner and CEO of HANS CLAUSSEN said: “We have been working closely with Scott Bader for many years are proud and honoured to work even closer with them now. We will carry out the activity in Sweden from our company NB8 Solutions AB and I am sure that the Scott Bader team in Falkenberg and ourselves will complement each other perfectly. Our partnership increases our salesforce and improves our level of service, and we avoid importing to Norway and reselling back to the EU, giving greater flexibility for our customers.”

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: Scott Bader Co. Ltd.

The Sustainable Apparel Coalition Strengthens Its Leadership Team With New Appointments

SAN FRANCISCO, AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG — October 17, 2022 — The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), an independent and impact-creating organization that brings together around half of the apparel industry to enable positive social and environmental impact at scale, has announced today the appointment of Lee Green as senior director, Marketing and Communications; and Nadia York, as chief of staff. These appointments will bolster the leadership team as the organization continues to lead the industry toward a shared vision of sustainability that is based on a joint multi-stakeholder approach for measuring, improving and sharing performance.

Lee will be responsible for overseeing all the communications and marketing activities to ensure SAC’s work is effectively communicated to all stakeholders and the organization continues to affirm its position as a critical partner for transforming the industry to positively impact people and the planet. Nadia will work closely with the leadership team and Board of Directors to provide strategic support and create synergy within the organization to ensure teams are working effectively and efficiently in support of the organizational objectives and priorities.

Amina Razvi, CEO of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, said: “We are excited to welcome Lee and Nadia to the team and believe they are a great addition to the organization. Lee  has experience working with a member-based organization and has a compelling track record of delivering impactful communications strategies and events. Nadia has extensive experience in project management and translating strategic enterprise-wide projects and initiatives into action across departments.

“By combining their distinct backgrounds, expertise and experience, they will  support our team as we grow and help accelerate our collective action efforts to enable positive social and environmental impact at scale.”

Prior to joining the SAC, Lee was the director of communications at The Consumer Goods Forum for 10 years. During his time there, Lee led the re-branding of the organization and oversaw all communications related to the organization’s eight Coalitions of Action and five global events. Before joining the SAC, Nadia worked as the chief of staff for the UK ambassador in Paris, and later moved into the corporate world, joining Credit Lyonnais. She has served as a key delivery and implementation specialist.

“I am honored to be part of the team and thrilled to bring my experience to an organization such as the SAC. I look forward to collaborating with the team and steering the marketing and communications function, as we strive to showcase the industry’s commitment to driving positive and impactful change,” Green said.

“I am privileged to be part of the team and excited to get the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to support the leadership team in its work. I am especially honored to support Amina by creating the necessary synergy within the organization, allowing her to focus her efforts and energy towards the strategic growth of the organization,” York noted.

Lee and Nadia will both be attending the SAC’s 2022 Annual Meeting taking place in Singapore on November 1-2, where they will meet and engage with attendees with the aim of establishing and nurturing relationships geared towards moving the industry forward. Under the theme, “Collective Action on Common Ground”, the two-day event aims to establish common ground amongst different perspectives to promote solutions and drive progress on pressing environmental and social issues.

The event will bring together sustainability leaders across the entire value chain, from around the globe to open conversation on solutions and commitment to tangible actions that the industry can take together to improve environmental and social impacts. Topics to be covered include transparency, policy, responsible purchasing practices, the future of the SAC and the Higg Index Tools, and much more. The 2022 SAC Annual Meeting is powered by Global Fashion Agenda, and ticket holders will experience a cocktail reception on November 2, co-hosted by Global Fashion Agenda and Sustainable Apparel Coalition. The Global Fashion Agenda’s own event, the Global Fashion Summit, will follow on November 3.

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC)


Kelheim Fibres Partners With TextileGenesis™ For More Transparency In The Textile Chain

KELHEIM, Germany— October 17, 2022 — Viscose speciality fibres manufacturer Kelheim Fibres partners with TextileGenesis™, an award-winning traceability platform that creates radical transparency from fibre-to-retail and ensures authenticity d provenance of sustainable textiles against generics.
“Our wood-based fibres are an environmentally friendly basis for sustainable textiles — it’s just that consumers often don’t know what’s behind their garments. But they need to know it’s in their hands to minimize the ecological footprint of the textile industry. Transparency and traceability are the foundation that enables consumers to make informed decisions,” said Dr. Marina Crnoja-Cosic, director, New Business Development at Kelheim Fibres.

TextileGenesis uses blockchain technology to track and verify the use of sustainable fibres all the way from fibre to garment. A digital fibercoin ensures transparency and reliability throughout the entire production line and beyond.

Amit Gautam, Founder & CEO at TexileGenesis: “Fashion and textile value chain is undergoing major transformation driven by sustainable materials, shifting consumer demand for sustainable products, and increasingly stringent regulations on transparency. Great to see Kelheim moving the industry forward by actively participating in the traceability journey”.

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: Kelheim Fibres GmbH

Carhartt Launches New Campaign To Celebrate People Who Wake Up And “Make It Happen” Each And Every Day

DEARBORN, Mich. — October 17, 2022 — Since its founding in 1889, Carhartt has maintained a longstanding commitment to creating tough gear that serves and protects all hardworking people. While that core mission hasn’t changed, the world we live in has. With more technology, diverse opportunities and higher pressure to succeed than ever before, Carhartt is proud to celebrate the people out there who wake up each day and “Make It Happen.”

An evolution of Carhartt’s Fit For The Next Frontier campaign that launched last fall with a call to work, “Make It Happen” comes to life in a new brand narrative that offers a fresh, optimistic outlook on today’s fast-paced world and celebrates the heroic tasks that hardworking people accomplish each day. The :30 spot follows various tradespeople — including construction workers, ranchers, urban farmers and muralists — as they jump from one rugged “world” to the next, helping each other get the job done along the way. In this new storytelling approach for Carhartt, the brand shares credit with its community, declaring that it’s been “making it happen since 1889.”

“While the next frontier of work is always changing, the ability to outwork and overcome new obstacles will forever be a constant,” said Brian Bennett, vice president of creative and executive producer at Carhartt. “Our goal is to give hardworking people — including the next generation of Carhartt wearers — the gear they need to make anything happen. This campaign celebrates the people who jump out of bed with such a fire in their belly, you just know they’re going to make something happen today. It’s also a reminder that our gear goes hand-in-hand with people who work with an unbridled enthusiasm to tackle one task to the next.”

Beyond inspiring a positive perspective on the future of work, the message behind “Make It Happen” nods to the ongoing evolution of Carhartt’s iconic styles that continue to meet the needs of future generations — and their changing skillsets and occupations. This means making gear that’s lighter-weight, flexible, fit for more sizes and defends against temperature extremes without sacrificing durability. Addressing consumers’ ever-changing needs continues to be a top priority for Carhartt, which is evident by the brand’s new Force sweatshirts and SuperDux jackets featured in the spot.

“We’ve seen a major shift in the types of careers people are pursuing and how people are choosing to spend time outside of work,” said Janet Ries, vice president of marketing at Carhartt. “At Carhartt, we’ve always had an innate love for labor and hardworking people, so this campaign is meant to give those people confirmation that we’ve got their back and are moving forward with them — wherever they go to make it happen for themselves and those around them.”

In addition to running on Carhartt’s website and social channels, creative from the new “Make It Happen” campaign will air across digital, on TikTok, in connected and streaming TV channels, and alongside the premiere of the “Yellowstone” prequel “1923” on Paramount+.

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: Carhartt

Tonello’s Laundry (R)Evolution Gets More And More Digital

SARCEDO, Italy — October 17, 2022 — It is time for the new Kingpins and Tonello will be unveiling the release of its new, more efficient, more innovative, and more responsible Laundry (R)Evolution. It offers an even greater digital vision of the laundry, thanks to the integration of three tools that increase transparency, traceability, and productivity.

Configurator: the laundry that runs itself

As easy as playing a game, the brand new Configurator, available on the Tonello website, allows clients to choose the technologies, software, and accessories for their next laundry, combining diverse solutions and thus obtaining a real projection of energy and resource consumption, as well as savings and sustainability benefits. For quick commercial contacts and targeted estimates on actual needs.

B.O.P. (Be On Point): with one simple touch productivity increases

The seamless integration with THE Laser, B.O.P. is based on the most recent developments in Computer Vision. It makes positioning laser designs on garments automatic and rapid. It allows a choice of different production modes and detects up to 8 garments at the same time.

Metro: the objective measure of excellence

Metro is the software that automatically and transparently measures the actual consumption of a laundry, summarizing these figures in each garment’s “environmental passport”. For brands that want to demonstrate their commitment to true sustainability, just as everything is being “tinted green” as a result of greenwashing. Thanks to Metro, it is possible to immediately distinguish oneself.

One more thing: from digital to the collection signed Tonello

Tonello cannot participate at the Kingpins without also showing a collection of garments made with the technologies we are presenting (B.O.P. and Metro), washed and dyed with the brand new Evolution 3 range of machines that further reduce water and energy, increase productivity, and lower costs: in short, they are simply the best washing and dyeing machines ever.

At Kingpins Amsterdam, you will be able to see also the result of our collaboration with PVH Europe and Kingpins. We are speaking about the MSP (Most Sustainable Product) collection, designed by Piero Turk, tailored by PVH Europe and treated in our R&D center with the latest Tonello responsible finishing technologies.

You can find Tonello at booth #07, green area, ground floor. The MSP collection, on the other hand, can be viewed on the red area, first floor.

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: Tonello srl

Polartec® Power Shield® Debuts Bio-Based Weather Protection Technology

ANDOVER, Mass. — October 17, 2022 — Announced today, Polartec®, a Milliken™ & Company brand, launches its all-new bio-based Polartec Power Shield® fabric technology setting a new standard for sustainable weather protection. The launch signifies Polartec’s continued pivot to source living matter substitutes for petroleum-based products while increasing the efficiency and performance of fabrics and materials.

The advanced monolithic membrane of Polartec Power Shield is made from a combination of plant-based and non-PFAS materials, and achieves an industry-leading combination of waterproofness, windproofness, long-lasting breathability, high durability, and comfortable stretch. Constructed for a wide range of solutions, Polartec Power Shield is the most capable and versatile waterproof breathable technology to date in the company’s fabric portfolio, and the latest addition to the company’s complete conversion to non-PFAS alternatives across its entire range of fabrics.

“With the launch of Power Shield, we’re reinforcing Polartec’s expanded capabilities of breathable and waterproof solutions — from expedition grade durability to fashion-forward hand and drape – while also pioneering the use of bio content to achieve these remarkable functionalities. We’re proud to launch a proprietary solution constructed from all non-PFAS polymers and plant-based building blocks that do not compete with human food sources. It is our commitment to reduce reliance on petroleum while producing a membrane that offers greater water-resistance performance than we’ve ever brought to market,” said Polartec President Steve Layton.

“At the center of Polartec Power Shield’s revolutionary functionality is a major advancement in membrane technology. The highly durable monolithic membrane is a barrier specifically engineered to be impermeable to outside weather, while transporting moisture vapor from skin-to-surface via molecular diffusion,” said Ramesh Kesh, senior vice president, Research, Sustainability, and Textile Development at Milliken.

The end result is Polartec’s first-ever waterproof fabric to test greater than 20,000 mm in the Hydrostatic Pressure Test for Waterproofness and 20,000 g/m2/24h Moisture Vapor Transmission Rating for Breathability. The advancement and versatility pairs with a wide range of fabrics: from supple stretch to bombproof wovens, to low-snag and high-stretch knits. The all-new Polartec Power Shield brings a soft hand and tough barrier to outside rain and snow that is incorruptible over time.

Polartec Power Shield is available now to manufacturers and makers across the globe in six variations of face and backing fabrics — in both knits and wovens — and will debut in market-ready products offering a vast range of capabilities from city to summit use beginning Fall 2023.

Posted: October 17, 2022

Source: Polartec®

Plastics Industry Association Names Charlotte Dreizen Director, Sustainability And Environment

Charlotte Dreizen

WASHINGTON — October 14, 2022 — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is pleased to announce that Charlotte Dreizen has been named director, Sustainability and Environment, effective immediately.

As a member of PLASTICS’ sustainability team, Dreizen will conduct direct oversight of activities that encompass Operation Clean sweep (OCS), a program founded by PLASTICS and operated in partnership with the American Chemistry Council’s Plastics Division, in which companies that handle resin commit to protocols designed to help reach zero resin loss in operations. Charlotte will also lead the association’s efforts on educational programs and external efforts that prioritize the reduction of plastics in our environment.

“I couldn’t be more thrilled for the opportunity to join PLASTICS and to lead Operation Clean Sweep,” Dreizen said. “Achieving zero resin loss is a mission-critical sustainability goal and I’m excited to support our membership throughout the supply chain in ensuring that no plastic pellet, flake, or powder enters the environment.”

Dreizen’s background includes valuable experience supporting circular economy and net-zero carbon initiatives. Prior to her arrival at PLASTICS, she led the American Institute of Architects’ 2030 Commitment, empowering more than 1,100 firms nationwide, to measure progress towards carbon neutrality by tracking data for 3.5 billion gross square feet of construction. Dreizen has also managed recycling programs, policy, and education for the Washington, D.C. Department of Public Works’ Office of Waste Diversion, and supported manufacturers and brands in achieving their sustainability goals at the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.

“In Charlotte we’ve found someone with hands-on experience in helping companies achieve real sustainability goals,” said Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of PLASTICS. “Charlotte stands out among experts with theories on sustainability and is already an invaluable asset to our members. Her public presence in providing guidance and tools to better understand the challenges with recycling is admired by professionals across our industry.”

“Charlotte’s role is new to PLASTICS,” said Patrick Krieger, PLASTICS’ Vice President, sustainability. “Charlotte’s focus area demonstrates the importance the PLASTICS industry places on eliminating plastic waste in the environment and on Operation Clean Sweep, specifically. Our members want to be responsible stewards of the resources they use and the products they make.”

Posted: October 14, 2022

Source: Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

Plastics Industry Association Names Mónica Mancilla Cooke Senior Director, Human Resources

Monica Mancilla Cooke

WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 14, 2022 — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is pleased to announce that Mónica Mancilla Cooke has been named senior director, Human Resources, effective immediately.

“We’re building a larger, top-flight team at PLASTICS — it takes someone with Mónica’s HR expertise to help us ensure the success of our professional environment,” said Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of PLASTICS. “Mónica brings a wealth of compliance, talent recruitment and development experience that will help PLASTICS continue to grow and thrive.”

Cooke’s wide-ranging HR background comprises key roles in a variety of organizations in the Washington Association arena, including her work with the Information Technology Industry Council, American Petroleum Institute and International Republican Institute.

“I am humbled to be part of an organization that supports a workforce of nearly one million, that works to protect and promote the direction of the plastics industry,” said Cooke. “We have an exceptional team, and I am honored to have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for PLASTICS.”

Posted: October 14, 2022

Source: Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

Agricultural Hemp Company SC Canna Establishing Operations In Clarendon County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — October 12, 2022 — SC Canna LLC, an agricultural hemp company, today announced plans to establish its indoor growing operations in Clarendon County. The company’s $8.8 million investment is projected to create 37 new jobs.

SC Canna, LLC, a subsidiary of Sirius-A-Bioscience, is an integrated grower and distributor of medical-grade hemp products. Founded by native South Carolinians, the company specializes in aeroponics, which allows hemp to be grown indoors from seed to wholesale.

Located at the Clarendon County Industrial Park in Manning, the newly constructed 50,000-square-foot commercial space will house the company’s proprietary growing system.

Operations are expected to be online in 2023. To learn more about SC Canna, LLC and Sirius-A-Bioscience, visit the company’s website.

“We are very excited about growing SC Canna LLC in our own backyard,” said SC Canna LLC Managing Partner Thomas Schipper. “Our high-tech grow system will be the first of its kind in South Carolina. We look forward to cultivating and strengthening our ability to provide as many therapeutic resources as possible to our healthcare customers. The governor and the South Carolina Department of Commerce, as well as the Clarendon County Economic Development team were instrumental in the expansion of our operations. We are truly grateful for their leadership.”

“The future prosperity of our state depends on a thriving agriculture industry, and it is through investments like this one that will help the industry continue to thrive,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “We welcome SC Canna, LLC to our state and look forward to the positive impact they will make in Clarendon County and beyond.”

“Companies of all types are planting their seeds in South Carolina because of our business-friendly environment and talented workforce,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “We congratulate SC Canna LLC on its $8.8 million investment that will create 37 new jobs in one of our state’s rural communities.”

“South Carolina’s agribusiness industry thrives on innovation,” said Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers. “We’re pleased that SC Canna LLC has chosen to invest in rural South Carolina with its innovative facility.”

“It is with open arms that we welcome SC Canna LLC to Clarendon County,” said Clarendon County Council Chairman Dwight L. Stewart Jr. “This operation is sure to be first class and will complement the flourishing manufacturing base we have in Clarendon County. Thank you to SC Canna, LLC for your commitment.”

“We welcome SC Canna, LLC to Clarendon County,” said Central SC Alliance Chairman Matthew Shaffer. “This company introduces a unique opportunity for the county, and throughout South Carolina, to enter a market of agricultural production that’s not yet been explored in our state.”

Posted: October 14, 2022

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

Advanced Manufacturing Montréal Returns After Four-Year Hiatus

MONTRÉAL — October 12, 2022 — Advanced Manufacturing Montréal, the five-in-one expo that brings together the latest trends and technologies shaping the future in advanced design and manufacturing across automation, robotics, energy efficiency, packaging, plastics, processing, and more, announced that registration is now live for attendees and press.

The November 9-10 show, which takes place at the Palais des congrès de Montréal in Montréal, Québec, offers five co-located brands under one roof, allowing attendees to meet and network with a diverse range of industries under the manufacturing umbrella. Co-locates Automation Technology (ATX) Montréal, Design & Manufacturing (D&M) Montréal, Expoplast, Pack Ex Montréal, and Powder & Bulk Solids Montréal, making this event one of the few Canadian shows where attendees have access to multiple expos at once.

This is the fifth edition of the event, which has been held bi-annually in Montréal since its inception in 2012. With global events now back in full swing, Advanced Manufacturing Montréal will fully resume for the first time since 2018.

“We are thrilled to be back at Advanced Manufacturing Montréal for the first time since 2018,” said Kayle Kvinge, event director, Advanced Manufacturing Montréal. “We brought in over 4,600 attendees and 240 exhibitors for two full days of industry immersion at our last show, and we expect an event that’s just as exciting and action packed this year.”

The Canadian advanced manufacturing sector is a global leader in system integration, artificial intelligence (AI), sensors, machine vision and automation. Canadian innovations facilitate the seamless integration of Industry 4.0 solutions into manufacturing operations, making it an essential industry in the region. Manufacturing is the second-largest industry in Québec, with 475,000 jobs and contributes nearly 13 percent to Québec’s GDP as a $49 billion industry.

By registering for Advanced Manufacturing Montréal, attendees and press will have access to 160 international powerhouse brands in manufacturing , including AT Packaging, Centris Technologies, Elfe Plastik, Harpak-ULMA Packaging LLC, HIWIN Corporation, Ingeniu, Manufacture Scorpion Inc., Mecademic, Sugatsune Canada Inc., Wipotec-OCS, and more.

Posted: October 14, 2022

Source: Informa Markets

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