Sticker Mule Poised To Takeover Custom T-Shirt Market With Epson Relationship

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. — October 12, 2022 — Sticker Mule is quickly growint its custom printed T-shirt business with the installation of several new Epson direct-to-garment printers. The installation of these printers is the largest in Epson history and ensures Sticker Mule customers are getting the best custom T-shirt on the market. The strategic relationship between Sticker Mule and Epson complements Sticker Mule’s approach to online custom print products and positions the company to dominate the global custom T-shirt market for years to come.

The direct-to-garment printers allow Sticker Mule to print brand-quality custom T-shirts and ship them in 3 days or less. Sticker Mule purchased the printers earlier this year in anticipation of growing demand for brand-quality custom printed T-shirts.

“Our goal is to quickly take over the custom t-shirt market with an insanely high-quality product. Epson’s incredible T-shirt printer is a big part of why we already are shipping more than 50,000 custom t-shirts per month,” said Sticker Mule co-founder and CEO Anthony Constantino. “Epson’s commitment to quality and innovation resembles our own and that’s why we bet big, and correctly, on them enabling us to deliver a level of quality that the T-shirt world hasn’t previously seen.”

Leveraging a direct relationship with Epson, Sticker Mule purchased and installed Epson’s industrial SureColor® F3070 direct-to-garment solution to help turn any design into a brand-quality custom t-shirt with unmatched print quality that is crisp and detailed. The SureColor F3070 is Epson’s first direct-to-garment printer to leverage dual printhead technology and a bulk ink pack system, coupled with features such as an automatic garment thickness adjustment and an ultra-durable linear rail system, it was built to produce hundreds of shirts per day, and is an ideal solution to meet the growing demand for custom t-shirts.

“Epson is proud to work with Sticker Mule and install such a record-breaking number of direct-to-garment printers in its Amsterdam production facility, playing a role in the company’s ability to grow. Together with Sticker Mule, our partnership and collaboration help to deliver best-in-class solutions to meet their customers’ needs and deliver the highest quality products. We are pleased that Anthony and his team selected Epson and are excited to continue our partnership with a market leader in the space,” said John Meyer, director, Commercial Sales, Prof. Imaging Sales of Epson America.

The ongoing strategic relationship between Sticker Mule and Epson included mutual visits to company headquarters. Epson’s chairman, CEO and president traveled from Japan to Amsterdam, N.Y. to meet the Sticker Mule team and learn more about the Sticker Mule facility in Amsterdam, N.Y. Likewise, Constantino and senior Sticker Mule leadership have visited Epson in Japan. The purchase and installation of the printers continues the ongoing strategic relationship between the two companies, which is rooted in a shared commitment to providing the highest quality service and products to their customers. In addition to the direct-to-garment printers, Sticker Mule also leverages a large fleet of Epson SurePress® digital label printers and SureColor S-Series solvent printers to produce their flagship custom label, signage, and sticker products.

Sticker Mule’s T-shirts are soft, pre-shrunk 100-percent ring spun cotton. The T-shirts are available up to size 2XL and come in six colors, which can be printed with any full-color design at no additional cost. T-shirts orders can combine sizes, colors, and logo designs without additional pricing.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Sticker Mule

ALLIED Feather + Down Introduces RENU:TRACE, The World’s First Recycled Down Traceable For Animal Welfare

MONTEBELLO, Calif. — October 12, 2022 — ALLIED Feather + Down is poised once again to take a leap forward for animal welfare, sustainability, and circularity with its new RENU:TRACE recycled and traceable down insulation program.

In order to help bring this groundbreaking new product to market, ALLIED is looking for partner brands around the globe who are currently using down sourced through the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) program to participate.

“With demand at an all time high, recycled down is becoming an increasingly important material for many of our outdoor, fashion, and bedding partners,” said Daniel Uretsky, president of ALLIED Feather + Down. “Current recycled down offerings have one major flaw: they don’t necessarily comply with RDS protocol, meaning it’s impossible to know how ethically the birds in the supply chain are treated. RENU:TRACE will fix that.”

The Responsible Down Standard works by auditing every farm in the down supply chain for the ethical treatment of their geese and ducks. From there, a lot number follows each batch of down to the factory, final product, and the customer. Any down jackets currently using RDS down are candidates for the RENU:TRACE program.

Any brand participating in the RENU:TRACE program would benefit from the ability to market their jackets, sleeping bags, and bedding as traceable, recycled, and recyclable, with hangtags and instructions for shipping used product back to ALLIED. Participating brands would also have priority for sourcing RENU:TRACE material for their sustainable product lines.

ALLIED Feather + Down will be exhibiting at the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, October 26-27, in booth #333 and again at ISPO in Munich, November 28-30 A3.102. Brands wanting to set up an appointment to learn more should contact Matthew Betcher at ALLIED Feather + Down

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: ALLIED Feather + Down

Bast Fibre Technologies Secures Strategic Investment From Ahlström Capital

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA — October 12, 2022 — Bast Fibre Technologies Inc. (BFT), the makers of sero™ hemp fiber, announced today that it has closed a major strategic financing with Ahlström Capital of Finland. BFT will immediately begin work to expand fiber manufacturing capacity at its U.S.flagship facility in Lumberton, N.C., and its E.U.-facility near Düsseldorf, Germany.

This financing will enable BFT to produce more than 10,000 metric tons of sero hemp fiber per year by 2023 and up to 50,000 metric tons per year by 2026.

“Nonwoven companies, converters, and leading consumer goods companies are looking for viable natural fibre options to achieve their corporate sustainability initiatives as they move away from synthetics,” said Jim Posa, CEO of BFT. “The market for natural fibers is set for rapid growth, and this highly strategic funding will help BFT to solidify its position and further accelerate its expansion to meet the increasing demand for tree-free, plastic-free fibers.”

“As the nonwoven industry transitions away from plastics, we believe there will be exponential growth in the natural fibers market. As a responsible investor with a strategic, long-term mindset, we seek to invest in companies focused on solutions that help drive sustainable development. With a strong and experienced management team, BFT is well positioned to become a global leader in the production of sustainable bast fibers. We see sustainable value-creating opportunities in the company,” commented Lasse Heinonen, president and CEO of Ahlström Capital.

“Ahlström Capital has an excellent reputation for investing in cleantech companies offering sustainable solutions,” said Noel Hall, BFT’s executive board chair. “It is important for us to work with an investor that shares our values and our vision of moving away from synthetic materials in nonwoven applications. Ahlström Capital has several complementary portfolio holdings in the nonwoven and sustainable fiber industries, making it both a natural fit and value-added investor for BFT. We are pleased to welcome Ahlström Capital’s Investment Director, Andreas Ahlström, to BFT’s board of directors.”

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Bast Fibre Technologies Inc. (BFT)

KARL MAYER Is Looking Forward To Working With Leading Denim Brands

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — October 12, 2022 — KARL MAYER continues to be successful in the denim sector and is an important partner for the influential players in the industry. The company is establishing relationships with leading brands and recently signed an agreement to pursue a joint project with Levi Strauss & Co. for a more sustainable indigo dyeing process.

The innovation in indigo dyeing goes hand in hand with sustainability

KARL MAYER is already with its PRODYE®-S unit a leader in the fashion market, and its PRODYE-R is increasingly establishing in the rope dyeing process. In 2019, KARL MAYER launched at the ITMA Barcelona its GREENDYE technology. The innovation is based on nitrogen dyeing system, and its advantages include highly reduced chemical consumption, best dyeing efficiency, and significant water savings.

The arguments for more sustainability and economic efficiency are convincing. This year, the innovative global player NIEN HSING was the first manufacturer to invest in GREENDYE by KARL MAYER. The premiere machine will be delivered to Taiwan by end of this year.

Denim R&D Center

The KARL MAYER Research & Development Center for Denim offers the opportunity to test the performance of GREENDYE by KARL MAYER on a pilot plant with individual trials. “The customer can come to us with his yarn. We dye and warp it and process it with our Italian partners into fabrics that he can compare with his previous goods,” explains Stefano Agazzi, Chief of Technology and Products at KARL MAYER. The experienced denim specialist is also on hand to answer questions and help with his extensive network.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: KARL MAYER Gruppe

New Dates For ITMA ASIA + CITME 2022

SINGAPORE — October 12, 2022 — The show owners of ITMA ASIA + CITME 2022 announced today that the combined exhibition will be held November 19-23, 2023, at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC), Shanghai.

The new exhibition dates, according to CEMATEX and Chinese partners, the Sub-Council of the Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT-Tex), China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA) and China Exhibition Centre Group Corporation (CIEC), has been selected to accommodate the textile machinery exhibition calendar and hall availability.

Exhibitors will be advised of the new exhibition time table and other details by the show organiser Beijing Textile Machinery International Exhibition Co., Ltd and co-organiser ITMA Services in the next few weeks.

For enquiries, please email itmaasiacitme@itma.com or visit www.itmaasia.com.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: CEMATEX, CCPIT-Tex, CTMA & CIEC

Oerlikon At The K 2022: Sustainable Solutions For The Entire Process Chain

REMSCHEID/DÜSSELDORF, Germany — October 13, 2022 — The Swiss Oerlikon Group’s Polymer Processing Solutions division will be presenting itself at the K 2022 under the banner of ‘Feel the Flow. Keep Control’. The leading international trade fair for the plastics industry is taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany, between October 19 and 26 this year, with around 200,000 visitors expected.

Oerlikon will be presenting a broad range of products and services focused on manufacturing and processing plastics. Innovative solutions and technologies concentrating on such topics as raw material preparation based on modern polycondensation and extrusion systems, the latest recycling technologies, efficient hot runner systems, innovative coating solutions, sustainable manufacturing processes for filtration applications and high-quality gear metering pumps. Oerlikon’s team of experts is very much looking forward to seeing you at Stand D10 in Hall 1.

Today, innovation no longer means producing ever faster and ever more, but also producing sustainably. The plastics industry is as aware of its responsibility with regards to sustainability as it is of the demands that end users and politicians place on their products. Correspondingly, the focus of the eight K 2022 trade fair days will be on topics such as reducing CO2 emissions, avoiding waste, energy efficiency and the continual expansion of the circular economy.

Climate neutrality, circular economy and digitalization – the focal topics of the K 2022

“We see our technology solutions as enablers of a better world”, states Georg Stausberg, CEO of the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions division and CSO of the Oerlikon Group. “In the polymer processing industry, we have to come to a sustainable, closed circular economy for packaging materials and textiles, for example, while simultaneously intensively expanding the recycling of the materials used. With our current technologies and our future innovations, we support manufacturers along the entire process chain in achieving their own sustainability targets.”

With its technology brands and subsidiaries, the Swiss Oerlikon Group is a solutions provider for numerous applications and stages within the plastics industry. Oerlikon will be showcasing a broad portfolio of innovative products and services at the K 2022 in Düsseldorf.

From polycondensation, extrusion and pumps all the way through to hot runner systems

High-quality melt has a direct impact on the end product. It forms the basis for high-end bottle, film and fiber polyester. The efficient, high-quality Oerlikon Barmag Huitong Engineering continuous polycondensation systems produce homogeneous melt by means of a chemical reaction during which different monomers are joined together to create polymers. The benefits of having your own polycondensation system: non-reliance on external granulate manufacturers, offsetting of short-term raw material market price fluctuations and direct influence on the polymer quality. Topics that the Oerlikon polymer experts would like to discuss in person with visitors at the K 2022. These also include the new application possibilities for processing new, sustainable materials.

Stable manufacturing processes and less waste

“Longer service lives for components and tools increase efficiency in plastics-processing manufacturing. But they also provide for more stable processes and hence less waste”, explains André Wissenberg, Head of Marketing, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at the Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions division. “And all our technology brands and the innovations being presented at the K 2022 have a clear focus on this these”.

Numerous exhibits and virtual experiences

On the occasion of the K 2022, Oerlikon Barmag will be showcasing exhibits including eccentric screw pumps for conveying highly-filled, high-viscosity and abrasive media. Furthermore, there will also be a spotlight on a new pump for conveying high-viscosity, shear-sensitive materials such as adhesives and silicones. Using virtual reality glasses, visitors will even be able to delve into the pumps themselves.

Innovative flow control equipment

Hot runner specialist Oerlikon HRSflow will be showcasing a comprehensive hot runner assortment that is tailored to small shot weights as well as its new Xp nozzle series for use in thin-wall injection molding. Both support the trend towards greater sustainability by helping to reduce energy and material consumption in plastics processing. Oerlikon FLEXflow hot runner technology applications and other progressive hot runner solutions specially developed for PCR materials and biopolymers will also be presented at the stands of several partner companies (see below).

Coating solutions for plastic components and tools

A further Oerlikon Surface Solutions division technology brand will also be attending the K 2022, with Oerlikon Balzers presenting BALINIT MOLDENA, a new coating for the injection molding process, and the extrusion of filled polymers with outstanding abrasion and corrosion resistance. This coating is the optimum solution for processing new and recyclable plastics, for improving energy efficiency and for reducing the consumption of resources. A current application is the fully-electric BMW iXe SUV, which utilizes ePD™ technology (embedded PVD for Design parts) from Oerlikon Balzers – a future-oriented, environmentally-friendly coating process for high-quality, metallic-looking surfaces on plastic parts with intelligent functionalities. Here, Oerlikon Balzers will also be providing information on INUBIA I (Integrated) – the fully-integrated, automated solution for large-scale plastic metallization. The INUBIA I 6 and I 15 are fully-automated, user-friendly systems for applying ePD™-based coatings. The integrated systems, developed in their entirety by Oerlikon Balzers, permit high-volume mass production as demanded by the automobile industry.

Technologies for manufacturing nonwovens and sustainable filtration applications

The Oerlikon Nonwoven meltblown process can be used to manufacture nonwovens made from classical virgin elastomer-based and bio-based raw materials, including PLA and TPU products with recycled content. With its hycuTEC hydro-charging solution, Oerlikon Nonwoven will also be presenting its new technology for charging nonwovens, which increases filter efficiency to more than 99.99% with simultaneous material savings of up to 30%. hycuTEC enables considerably lower water and energy consumption, as this system allows an additional drying process to be dispensed with in the case of many applications.

State-of-the-art systems for recycling plastics

Oerlikon’s joint venture company BBEngineering has been looking at the topic of recycling for many years now and has made it the focus of its presence at the Düsseldorf trade fair this year. In addition to extruders, filters and mixers, BBEngineering offers the VacuFil® – a complete system that enables innovative, unique PET LSP recycling. VacuFil® unites gentle large-scale filtration and targeted IV regulation for consistently-excellent rPET melt quality. The modular system can be used for various recycling applications.

Diverse accompanying program: presentation series and open-house event

In addition to product and technology innovations, Oerlikon will be offering a diverse accompanying program at the K 2022:

  • Visitors to the stand will be shown the company’s total solutions offering in an audiovisual 4D experience: in a 15-minute simulator flight, attendees – by invitation – will be taken on an exciting journey into the future of a sustainable circular economy with technology solutions from the Oerlikon Group.
  • Thanks to the trade fair’s close proximity to the Oerlikon Barmag site in Remscheid, existing and potential customers will also be offered an insight into the world’s largest manmade fiber R&D Center. They can watch how PET waste is processed into high-quality recycled yarn at the BBEngineering Recycling Technology Center. There will be an open-house event running parallel to the trade fair over four days (October 20, 21, 24 and 25, 2022), which will be by invitation only.
  • And there will be numerous presentations on current topics taking place daily at the Oerlikon trade fair stand D10 in Hall 1: these include a report from Oerlikon HRSflow, ENGEL and Borealis on a joint project for a digital process twin project. The current program can be seen in Düsseldorf and online: https://www.oerlikon.com/polymer-processing/en/#!/clp/polymer-processing/en/custom-landing-pages/sustainable-solutions-along-the-value-chain/.
  • Furthermore, Oerlikon technology will also be showcased at the stands of numerous partners throughout the trade fairs grounds:
    • ENGEL (Hall 15, Stand C58, door cladding and smart back panel)
    • Tederic (Hall 15, Stand D40, 2K high-gloss B pillar)
    • Arburg (Hall 13 / Stand A13-B13, multi-component tool box made from PC+ABS and RECOPOUND® – the PET-based recycled material from Leonard Kurz)
    • Haitian (Hall 15, Stand A57, fruit crate made from PE plus Tetra Pak recycled shredded flakes)
    • Wittmann-Battenfeld (Hall 15, Stand C06, 3K coffee cups)
    • Billion (Hall 15, Stand B24, gardening tools)
    • Netstal (Hall 15, Stand D24, thin-wall R-PP cups).

Visiting the K 2022, and the Oerlikon trade fair stand D10 in Hall 1 in particular, is well worthwhile.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions division

Brenntag Expands Innovation & Technology Center, Industrial & Institutional Cleaning In Barcelona

ESSEN, Germany — October 13, 2022 — Brenntag has expanded its Innovation & Technology Center Household, Industrial & Institutional Cleaning (HI&I) located within the Barcelona University Campus, offering lab services to Brenntag’s business partners throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

The lab is equipped with state-of-the-art technology allowing performance tests of a wide range of products as well as the formulation development of cleaning products using specific design tools to achieve the best results.

“Our job is focused on new concepts and ideas for all categories of cleaning formulations from reducing the raw material costs to improving the performance of the products,” said Patricia López, head of Innovation & Technology HI&I EMEA at Brenntag, who oversees the new facility with her team.

Clients will be able to react faster and better to rapidly changing market trends and demands that come with increasing technical and regulatory requirements. Products can also be adapted to consumers’ sensitivity about the sustainability of the detergent that they use.

Franz Fischer, director Industry Market HI&I EMEA at Brenntag, said: “With our Functional Solutions we offer more than just a product. We add value by developing new product formulations for and together with customers using the broad range of specialty ingredients in our product portfolio. Customers appreciate that Brenntag can speed up the process for new product launches by having access to an application lab and experienced technical staff in close proximity to their markets.”

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Brenntag

Yiqi Yang Receives The 2021 AATCC Olney Medal For Outstanding Achievement In Textile Science

Yang

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — October 12, 2022 — Yiqi Yang is the 2021 recipient of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) Olney Medal for outstanding achievement in textile science. Yang is being recognized for his work on the research and development of sustainable, greener textiles. He received the medal from friend and previous Olney recipient Gang Sun at the AATCC Textile Discovery Summit in Charlotte, N.C.

Yang’s contributions to textile science include the development of new biobased fibers and textile chemicals from agricultural wastes and co-products, and cleaner productions in coloration and finishing. His pioneering research on new biofibers such as 100-percent protein fibers from poultry feathers, and stereo-complexed PLA fiber with excellent resistance to hydrolysis during high temperature textile processes are examples of his work.

A prolific researcher, Yang spent his career in the Midwest, working with farming communities to take what would be considered unusable waste and transforming it into a clean, sustainable, usable product. Take, for instance, chicken feathers — Yang, along with his collaborators, found a way to transform this large waste product into textile fibers that can be incorporated into fabrics. Yang and his team were able to perform cross-linking using saccharide aldehydes. By modifying the molecular structure and concentration of these aldehydes, they created keratin fibers that were found to be stronger than any other keratin-based fibers. Not only do the keratin fibers from feathers show great promise in holding their strength in fabric when immersed in water or when dry, they also “have excellent dyeability and colorfastness with acid dyes.”1

Yang’s research has also uncovered a way to create plastics that are biodegradable through plant-based alternatives found in the textiles and materials industry. Yang and his lab began to collaborate with researchers from Jiangnan University in China in the early 2000s on this concept. Through their research, they discovered that polylactic acid or polylactide, found in cornstarch and other plants, is a more environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics. By heating the plastic with polylactide to a higher degree and allowing it to cool slowly, the researchers learned that the plastic was more durable in hot or cold temperatures, making it more suitable for the textile and materials industry.2

Throughout his career, Yang has worked with his students and collaborators to find ways to create a more “sustainable and environmentally responsible textile industry.” His research in agricultural products and co-products have had far-reaching impacts locally, nationally, and internationally

Career

Yang earned an MS in Textile Chemical Engineering from China Textile University (Donghua University) in 1984, and a PhD in Textile Science from Purdue University in 1991. Soon after receiving his PhD, he began his career as an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. After four years, he joined the Institute of Textile Technology (ITT) as an associate professor. Two years later, he joined Monsanto and worked for one year as a senior research specialist before going back to ITT in 1997. He progressed at ITT to professor and director in the Department of Chemical, Energy, and Environment before moving to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2001, where he continues his research as the Distinguished Charles Bessey Professor in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Fashion Design and the Department of Biological Systems Engineering.

Achievements and Awards

Yang has written 285 refereed journal articles and numerous refereed conference and proceeding papers. He authored one book, edited two books, and wrote numerous book chapters. He has eight patents and several patent applications. He has over 190 national and international news interviews and media reports.

Education Awards

In 2018, Yang was recognized with the “Fashion Impact Award” as Educator of the Year from the Fashion Institute Midwest. In 2017, Yang received a Certificate of Recognition for Contributions to Students. This award was organized by the Division of Student Affairs and co-hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Parents Association and the University Teaching Council. Students and parents nominated teachers who had “made a significant contribution to [students’] lives while at the university.” In 2007, Yang was recognized with the Faculty Student Mentoring Award of the College of Education and Human Science.

Research Awards

In 2011, Yang received the Research Award from Gamma Sigma Delta (The Honor Society of Agriculture) Nebraska Chapter. Yang was recognized with the Charles Bessey University Distinguished Professorship in 2007; it has been renewed in 2012, 2017, and 2021.

In 2007, Yang was also recognized with the “Big 12 Rising Star Award” that is presented by the Big 12 Center for Economic Development, Innovation, and Commercialization (CEDIC) at the Big 12 CEDIC Innovation and Capital Formation Conference held in Kansan City, MO, USA. Only one faculty member of each of the Big 12 Universities was awarded this honor.

AATCC Service

A member of AATCC since 1990, Yang chairs the AATCC Foundation Student Research Support Grant Program and Review Board and has handled this annual program since 2005. He also has served as the faculty advisor of the AATCC Student Chapter at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln since 2003.

Yang served as a member of the following AATCC committees: Publications (2017-2021); Henry E. Millson Award for Invention Committee (2013-2019); AJOR e-journal task force committee and Associate Editor (2013); Chemical Applications Interest Group At-Large Member (2011-2012); member of the AATCC Board of Directors (2010-2012); judge of the Herman and Myrtle Goldstein Student Paper Competition for the AATCC International Conference and Exhibition (2004); AATCC Education Advisory Board (2003)

Locally, Yang was active in the AATCC Midwest Section, serving as Secretary (2003-2004), Vice Chair (2004-2005) and Chair (2005-2011).

The Olney Medal

Established in 1944 in honor of Louis Atwell Olney, the founder and first president of AATCC, the Olney Medal Award recognizes outstanding achievement in textile or polymer chemistry or other fields of chemistry of major importance to textile science. The award consists of a gold medal, a scroll, and an honorarium.

Presentation of the Medal each year is a highlight of AATCC Textile Discovery Summit. This year, the Summit was held October 4-6 in Charlotte, NC, USA. Yang also delivered the traditional Olney Medal Address at the Summit. The title of his talk was “A Small Step Towards a More Sustainable, Responsible, and Profitable Textile Industry.”

1 Schrage, Scott, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, “Process Improves Strength, Fiber of Color-Based Fibers,” 12 January 2022, phys.org/news/2022-01-strength-feather-based-fibers.html.

2 University of Nebraska-Lincoln, “Mass Production of Biodegradable Plastic,” ScienceDaily, 31 August 2017. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/08/170831091454.htm.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: AATCC

Mimaki Announces A 3-Liter Maximum Capacity Ink Supply Option

SUWANEE, Ga. — October 12, 2022 — Mimaki USA, a manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, announces a 3-liter External Ink Supply Option complementing its JFX600-2513, a large-format flatbed UV inkjet printer. Global sales of this new optional item are scheduled to begin in January 2023.

This new 3-liter External Ink Supply Option increases the ink tank capacity of the JFX600-2513 to a maximum of 3 liters per color while allowing for the 3-liter tanks to be replenished from 1-liter ink bottles.

The 3-liter ink tank capacity reduces the frequency of refilling inks, resulting in improved work efficiency. In addition, this new option enables ink replenishment even during printing processes, further reducing printer downtime, allowing for longer operating time, and improved productivity.

Automatic white ink agitation functionality is integrated into the 3-liter External Ink Supply Option, eliminating the need for manual mixing, and reducing operator workload. Weight sensors are incorporated as well to detect the weight of remaining inks, enabling a more accurate determination of ink levels.

Mimaki’s JFX600-2513 printers take advantage of the proprietary Mimaki “MDL commands,” allowing customers to control printers from production systems or peripheral devices. The MDL command enables unmanned, labor-saving, automated operation of respective printing processes, such as the transport of print media. In collaboration with this newly announced 3-liter External Ink Supply Option, the MDL command is designed to support extensive continuous automated printing sessions.

The 3-liter External Ink Supply Option is scheduled to be exhibited at both Viscom Italia 2022, in Milan, Italy, from October 13 to 15 and at PRINTING United Expo, in Las Vegas, from October 19 to 21.

With “Newness and Difference” as our management vision, Mimaki Engineering will continue to constantly pursue new technological innovations and realize the “beauty and speed” that our customers demand.

Large-format Flatbed UV Inkjet Printer JFX600-2513

Mimaki’s JFX600-2513 is a large-format flatbed UV inkjet printer incorporating 16 print heads designed for highly efficient printing and high productivity. The maximum output size of the printer is 98.425” x 51.181 x 2.362”, corresponding to 4X8 sheets (48.03” X 96.06”) often used in signboard production. Enabling direct printing on media, the printer can process various mediums, including acrylic, glass, metal, and large-format signboards. The printer can accommodate material up to 2.362” in thickness for direct printing and features 2.5D printing (multiple applications of ink) consisting of layer-upon-layer UV ink print, creating a texture on the printed surface for use in higher value-added printing applications.

The JFX600-2513 has a broad range of applications including sign graphics, such as large indoor/outdoor signboards and advertisements for architectural applications.

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Mimaki USA

Ultrafabrics Removes PFAS/PFOA’s In Most Of Its Collections, Achieves High Rating From Mindclick

TARRYTOWN, N.J. — October 12, 2022 — Ultrafabrics  a global supplier of performance fabric across 11 markets, is continuing to break ground on its sustainability journey, by announcing it has removed PFAS/PFOA’s from the bulk of its textile offerings. As well, Ultrafabrics products were awarded ‘achiever’ status from MindClick’s Sustainability Assessment Program, a groundbreaking database of environmental health performance ratings of suppliers and products in architecture and design.

Ultrafabrics promotes safer chemistry in its sustainability journey

Safer chemistry is vitally important to the future of the textiles industry. The use of harmful chemicals in manufacturing can cause safety and health concerns for both humans and the environment.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS, are synthetic chemical compounds typically used for water and stain resistance. Studies have recently linked PFAS, which includes compounds like PFOA and PFOS, with a range of harmful effects on both human and environmental health. Many states and countries, including Japan, Ultrafabrics’ manufacturing headquarters, have adopted a ban on PFOA following the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs).

Evolving with people and planet in mind, Ultrafabrics began transitioning away from PFOA over two years ago, ultimately removing it from all Breathable Technology styles, which includes Brisa, Brisa Distressed, Brisa Frontier, Brisa Forecast, and Fresco. The removal of PFOA also allows for most of these styles to now comply with Health Care Without Harms Healthy Interiors Safer Chemical Challenge.

Majority of the Ultrafabrics portfolio is PFAS/PFOA-free

Most Ultrafabrics collections do not contain any type of PFAS compound, with the exceptions being Ultraleather Pro, Reef Pro, and select custom collections. These Ink & Stain Resistant collections contain PFAS, but Ultrafabrics is already working on next-generation innovation to deliver better materials for manufacturers and end-users alike. The brand proudly creates fabrics that are safe for all and will continue to seek out viable alternatives that maintain our high standards while minimizing the use of harmful substances, as they become available.

What is Mindclick?

Mindclick is a resource for architects, designers and specifiers to quickly assess the sustainability credentials of brands and their offering in the marketplace. It provides an Environmental Health Index that meets the demand for product transparency critical to the sustainable journey of any project.

Ultrafabrics is thrilled to announce that its complete library is included by MindClick at the Achiever Level! Design for Health™. The MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program (MSAP) measures all aspects of its Environment, Social and Governance strategy from materials, chemicals, packaging, health, and end-of-use to determine a brand’s ranking.

Nicole Meier, director of Branding at Ultrafabrics, describes this milestone: “In the spirit ofan authentic and honest sustainability journey, we are pleased to share our exciting updatesabout our portfolio and PFAS/PFOA, as well as recently receiving the Achiever Rating in MindClick’s Sustainability Assessment Program. We want to empower our partners with thebest products and information to make their design process successful.”

Posted: October 13, 2022

Source: Ultrafabrics

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