Textile Machines From Sweden At New Local Industry Fair

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — October 10, 2022 — On October 13-14, the new local industry fair Svenska Textilmaskinsmässan (The Swedish Textile Machinery Fair), a new meeting place for sustainable textile production, will run for the first time. The organizer of the fair is the University of Textiles in Borås. The Textile Machinery Association of Sweden (TMAS) and its member companies will showcase innovation and textile machines from Sweden – technology that enables local production.

The interest in local textile production in Sweden is growing as a result of the need for more sustainable production chains which need to be implemented in everything from material selection to production and distribution, providing good conditions for moving all or parts of the production home.

“TMAS members help automate and streamline textile production, reduce waste and emissions and contribute to increased quality and flexibility,” says Therese Premler-Andersson, general secretary of TMAS. “These requirements are crucial to respond to a market undergoing the transition towards circularity and sustainable business models. The initiative for the fair comes at the right time when local production is something more people are considering and it will be exciting to present Swedish solutions in Sweden.”

The Swedish company Värnamo of Sweden has manufactured bed and decorative textiles of the highest quality in Sweden since 1951. With the support of the Swedish machine manufacturer ACG Kinna Automatic, it has established a modern facility in Sweden which has enabled it to compete with production in low-cost countries.

“Following the machine investments we have made in recent years, we can manufacture and sell to major players in both retail and hotel operations,” says Martin Åhlander, CEO of Värnamo of Sweden.

“New investments have meant that we have been able to break new ground and bring in larger players such as Jysk and Mio among others.”

ACG Kinna Automatic was founded in Sweden in 1977 and is one of the world’s most experienced manufacturers of textile machines. The project together with Värnamo of Sweden is an excellent example of how it helps its customers to increase automation and thereby save costs.

“We are great at helping our customers to increase automation,” says Christian Moore, CEO ACG Kinna Automatic and board member of TMAS. “At Värnamo of Sweden, where the production has been placed in Sweden since the start, this meant that our machines could support the company in gearing up its production, which we are proud of.”

Over 40 exhibitors will participate in the Swedish textile machinery fair, of which almost 30% are TMAS members with machines manufactured in Sweden and with Swedish expertise. Between 300-400 visitors are expected. The fair is free of charge for visitors.

Participating TMAS member companies are ACG Nyström, ACG Kinna Automatic, Baldwin, Coloreel, Eltex of Sweden, ES Automatex Solution, Eton Systems, Imogo, Svegea of Sweden, Texo and Vandewiele Sweden.

Posted: October 10, 2022

Source: The Textile Machinery Association of Sweden (TMAS)

Milliken & Company Named To Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces For 2022

SPARTANBURG, S.C.  — October 6, 2022 — Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company was included among the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces for 2022, a comprehensive ranking compiled by Newsweek in partnership with Best Practice Institute (BPI). Milliken joins other top workplaces noted for putting respect, care and appreciation for their employees at the center of their business model and earning the loyalty and respect of those who work for them.

“At Milliken, one of our core values is people,” shared Halsey Cook, president and CEO of Milliken & Company. “This recognition is an honor for our entire team. They are the reason we are among the most loved.”

Milliken is one of four manufacturers to make the list. The results were determined after surveying more than 1.4 million employees from businesses with workforces varying in size from 50 to more than 10,000. Companies identified in the top 100 for the Newsweek ranking were evaluated and scored as follows: 35 percent of the initial score was based on employee survey responses; 25 percent was derived from analysis of external public ratings from sites such as Comparably, Careerbliss, Glassdoor, Indeed and Google; and 40 percent came from direct interviews with and written responses from company officials. Newsweek then conducted additional research into every company on the list, as well as the top runners up, to determine the final list of 100 companies and their ranking.

This ranking gives further significance to its employees’ feedback, Milliken’s Chief Human Resources Officer Craig Haydamack points out: “We want all our associates to be able to bring their best, authentic selves to work each day. This recognition highlights those who matter most at Milliken — our people.”

Every Milliken associate receives a full portfolio of benefits from day one and has access to professional development programs, physical and mental health resources, flexible and remote office access, and career management and planning. In addition, backed by Milliken’s core values of Integrity and Sustainability, associates are at the forefront of Milliken’s efforts to do the right thing for our communities and for the planet.

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: Milliken & Company

COTTON USA™ Celebrates U.S. Cotton’s Value And Impact On World Cotton Day

WASHINGTON — October 7, 2022 — Today, World Cotton Day, COTTON USA™ celebrates the many advantages of cotton and U.S. cotton’s impact on the global cotton community. From seed to garment, COTTON USA’s dedication to quality and transparency positively impacts the cotton industry at every stage.

“From its qualities as a natural fiber, to the benefits of its production, U.S. cotton plays an important role in the global supply chain,” stated Bruce Atherley, executive director of Cotton Council International. “Our ability to pair the highest quality cotton with expertise on best-in-class production techniques has built a deep trust with our mill and manufacturer partners that ultimately benefits the industry. Alongside the cotton community, we celebrate cotton’s influence and our global cooperation within the ecosystem.”

COTTON USA growers are committed to raising the bar for responsible farming methods and improving the environment for future generations. These committed U.S. cotton farmers provide unmatched quality and transparency, while leveraging innovative farming techniques that positively impact the environment and the global supply chain. With new technologies, precision agriculture, and rigorous fair labor practices, U.S. cotton has led the way to a greener, kinder world for years.

To further showcase its commitment to the global cotton industry, COTTON USA offers a leading technical consultancy designed to take mills and manufacturers to the next level of success through COTTON USA SOLUTIONS. The consultancy offers five business-building programs designed by experts and informed by work with more than 1,500 mills in 50 countries. Programs are complimentary for U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol® members or COTTON USA licensees.

COTTON USA is honored to be a part the global cotton community’s celebration of World Cotton Day. To learn more about World Cotton Day, please visit www.worldcottonday.com. Follow #WorldCottonDay on social media and join the global conversation.

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: COTTON USA™

Enrique Silla, President Of Jeanologia: “The Future Of Fashion And Design Is To Align Beauty And The Planet”

VALENCIA, Spain — October 6, 2022 — The President of Jeanologia, Enrique Silla, has conveyed that “the future of fashion and design is to align beauty and the planet” during the inauguration of “Future of Fashion”, the international congress on the sustainable transformation of fashion that is being held in Valencia (Spain) on October 5th and 6th with Valencia being designated the World Design Capital 2022 by the World Design Organization.

For Silla, “the designer of the future is a technological artisan with a scientific mind who joins forces with cutting-edge technology to create a better world, who manages to design and manufacture products in a sustainable way while maintaining the spirit and soul of an artisan.”

Likewise, he stressed that “with the tools of the future we are no longer going to collaborate with scissors, but with robots, we will no longer use canvas, but the tablet, we will no longer use water to imbue colors into garments, but we’ll use nanobubbles, among other technologies for garment finishing such as lasers”.

In his opinion, “design is not only form and function, but it is also the planet”. Therefore, he has encouraged designers to create a better world with products that do not pollute.

In its support of the World Design Capital of Valencia, Jeanologia has contributed to the promotion of this congress in which prominent international fashion figures will participate such as Christiane Dolva and Maria Bystedt, from the H&M Foundation; Christopher Raeburn (the British designer who has won the Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards “Brand of the Year” award two years running); Alice Bah Kuhnke, member of the European Parliament; professors from Glasgow and the London School of Fashion; and Fernando Cardona, head of BrainBox at Jeanologia, among others.

“Future of Fashion” is a milestone in the official program of World Design Capital València 2022 which, for the first time, brings together national and international educational institutions and industry. The congress consists of activities, talks and workshops on the future of the fashion industry based on 6 main themes: raw materials; design; supply chain; production; consumption and waste; and emissions and biodiversity.

Blue jeans: an industry success story

Fernando Cardona, head of the BrainBox department at Jeanologia, revealed in a presentation at “The Future Of Fashion” how the company has turned denim into the most sustainable garment on the market and into a success story for other textiles. enabling dehydration and detoxification in the production of jeans.

Jeanologia’s mission is to create an ethical, sustainable and eco-efficient textile industry, ushering in a new era through sustainability, digitalization and automation.

Their MissionZero concept is to produce garments without any waste or pollution. To this end, Jeanologia has developed various disruptive technologies such as laser, G2 ozone, e-Flow, SmartBoxes, Colorbox and H2 Zero, the first water recycling system to achieve 100% ecological production.

Thanks to the integration of its technologies, today it is possible to eliminate 100% of the waste from jean production, from the fabric to the final garment, minimizing the use of water, energy and chemical products. And all while increasing productivity and reducing costs to guarantee the competitiveness of the industry, and with zero pollution.

Laser marking workshop for customization

Additionally, Amor Cardona, a member of Jeanologia’s BrainBox team, gave a workshop during the congress focused on how to customize garments using Jeanologia’s Nano laser technology.

The company provided a live demonstration on how it creates a unique experience in retail thanks to this technology that has revolutionized the point-of-sale. With Nano laser, Jeanologia allows the consumer to participate in the personalization of their own garments so that they can contribute with their creativity and turn them into unique pieces, in a fast, simple, visual and sustainable way.

Jeanologia joins forces with the Swedish Embassy in Spain and the H&M Foundation

Within the framework of World Design Capital Valencia 2022 and the “Future of Fashion” congress, representatives of the Swedish Embassy in Spain and companies such as H&M and IKEA, among others, have visited the Jeanologia facilities to learn about their disruptive technologies first-hand, and establish new collaborative synergies with the aim of achieving a more sustainable, efficient and competitive textile industry.

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: Jeanologia

Bally Ribbon Mills Highlights Highly Specialized Engineered Woven Fabrics at 60th Annual SAFE Symposium

BALLY, Pa. — October 7, 2022 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), concentrating on the design, development, and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, announces it will highlight its creative solutions for product design and development at the 60th Annual SAFE Symposium, which will be held November 1-3, 2022, at the Mobile Convention Center in Mobile, Ala., booth 120. On display will be a selection of the company’s high-performance webbings, including safety webbings and tapes, ideal for military, aerospace, fire, law enforcement, industrial, and commercial fall protection personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as specialty items to showcase BRM’s capabilities.

Using its decades of weaving expertise, BRM designs, engineers, and manufactures materials that maximize the end products’ performance characteristics and properties — including strength, durability, resistance to abrasion, chemicals, heat and weather. BRM enjoys the challenge of assisting customers in problem resolution and innovation creation regarding material selection in their design and development phases. BRM’s services include development of customized innovations, complete engineering and solutions, sample preparation, and full-scale and specialty manufacturing.

Experts will be on hand at booth #120 to show how BRM can design, develop and manufacture specialized, engineered, woven safety webbings and tapes. Made from Nylon, Polyester, Nomex®, Kevlar®, Vectran®, PBI®, Nextel®, and other specialty fibers, BRM’s safety webbing and tapes are ideal for applications requiring high tenacity, abrasion resistance and flame and heat resistance. They are also a good choice for controlled elongation applications as well as those requiring chemical resistance in specific environments, and can be used for shoulder straps, harness webbing, and chin straps, as well as helmet suspension, binding tapes, loop tapes, lap belts, shock absorbing webbing, flotation device webbings, parachute assemblies, and other aerospace safety applications.

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM)

Green Theme Technologies Raises $5.4 Million In Series B2 Financing Round

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — October 7, 2022 — Green Theme Technologies Inc (GTT), the global supplier of water-free and PFAS-free textile finishing, is proud to announce $5.4 million dollars raised in its series B2 financing.

This influx of capital will be used to grow GTT’s revolutionary water-free EMPEL™ performance technologies, which now include the best durable water repellent (DWR) finish in the market, stain protection, a new technology to keep footwear dry, and the ongoing joint development of water-free dye (WFD) with market leading mill and brand partners.  The unique technology uniformly fuses PFAS-free chemistries to each fiber in a fabric.  EMPEL™ treated fabrics far exceed the performance of other competitive C0 and C6 products in the market.

“We are very pleased with the engaged support from a knowledgeable investment team like Cottonwood Technology Fund that understands GTT technology and wants to create solutions for the growing environmental pollution created by textile manufacturing,” said Martin Flora, VP of Business Development with GTT.  “Legislation like the recent California Bill (AB 1817) signed into law last month banning PFAS chemistries in textiles by 2025 are driving mills and brands to adopt the GTT EMPEL™ solution more rapidly. In addition to legislative pressure, textile manufacturers and apparel brands are starting to realize that inefficient traditional water-based textile dyeing and finishing methods are extremely wasteful in energy, create huge amounts of water pollution, remediation costs and deliver inferior performance compared to GTT’s EMPEL ™ water-free processes.”

The lead investor in the series B2 round;  Cottonwood Technology Fund focuses on disruptive science-based inventions.   “Cottonwood invests in hard science and deep tech start-ups that are poised to disrupt large markets,” said David Blivin, Managing Partner with Cottonwood. “We see real opportunity with Green Theme to become the new global industry standard for high performance, low impact textile finishing, which is why we are proud to invest in them.”

GTT also has the support from other expert investment groups like Phoenix Venture Partners that targets advanced material science technologies and Safer Made focused on cleaner chemistry technologies to bring safer products to the market.

The fast-growing textile and fashion industries are currently the second largest water polluters on Earth and Green Theme’s business model intends to change that. By replacing traditional water-based wet textile finishing processes with efficient and water-free and PFAS -free EMPEL technology, GTT and their licensing partners are directly reducing the amount of water pollution in the world. The result is cleaner, better performing, and more sustainable textile products.

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: Green Theme Technologies, Inc.

Worn Again Technologies Secures New Investment To Build Ground-Breaking Textile Recycling Facility

WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — October 7, 2022 — Worn Again Technologies has completed its latest funding round, raising 27.6 million British pounds to support the construction of an innovative textile recycling demonstration plant in Winterthur, Switzerland. This achievement represents a milestone in the commercialization of circular strategies for hard-to-recycle fabric blends. Worn Again counts industrial stalwarts Sulzer and Oerlikon as well as fashion retailer H&M as key strategic investors.

This latest investment round brings Worn Again Technologies’ total raised funding to 42.9 million British pounds, representing the start-up’s most successful funding tranche since its founding. Showing strong backing for the company’s vision, this participation came from some existing partners and main stakeholders.

As an innovator in the field of chemical recycling, Worn Again Technologies aims to drive a paradigm shift in the textile and fashion industries. The company is focused on enabling the creation of a more sustainable, conscious, and resilient value chain based on zero-waste, circular strategies. The secured funding is dedicated to the realization of a large-scale demo plant that will leverage ground-breaking polymer processing technologies to upcycle 1,000 tonnes of textiles per year. More precisely, the investment will help drive the expansion of the company and its setup, contributing to the commercialization of a highly effective solution to reduce textile waste.

Erik Koep, CEO at Worn Again Technologies, stated: “We are extremely happy with the results of this funding round, which was our most successful so far. As such, it demonstrates the strength and growing interest in our textile recycling framework. We are well-positioned to enter the next phase of our business growth, as we can get closer to offering large-scale commercial facilities for blended polycotton materials.”

Torsten Wintergerste, division president of Sulzer Chemtech and Chairman of Worn Again Technologies, comments: “We strongly believe in Worn Again Technologies’ mission and are firmly committed to ensuring its success. This is why we have provided support through investments as well as with our leading polymer processing expertise and infrastructures. Even more, we have a close connection to the demonstration plant, which is being built near to our headquarters in Winterthur, and we are keen to see it operating as soon as possible.”

Georg Stausberg, CEO Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions Division, concluded: “The time for circular strategies and their enabling technologies is now. This is why cutting-edge projects, such as Worn Again Technologies’ demonstration plant, are so valuable and are advancing at pace alongside current market trends and demands. We are excited to support this start-up in its next steps, driving the creation of a collaborative, circular economy for textiles.”

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: Worn Again Technologies

Imports Headed To Lowest Level Since Early 2021 But Retailers Are Well Stocked For Holidays

WASHINGTON — October 7, 2022 — Imports at the nation’s major container ports are expected to fall to their lowest level in nearly two years by the end of 2022 even though retail sales continue to grow, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

“The holiday season has already started for some shoppers and, thanks to pre-planning, retailers have plenty of merchandise on hand to meet demand,” NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. “Many retailers brought in merchandise early this year to beat rising inflation and ongoing supply chain disruption issues. Despite the lower volumes, retailers are still experiencing challenges along the supply chain, including U.S. ports and intermodal rail yards.”

“The growth in U.S. import volume has run out of steam, especially for cargo from Asia,” Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said. “Recent cuts in carriers’ shipping capacity reflect falling demand for merchandise from well-stocked retailers even as consumers continue to spend. Meanwhile, the closure of factories during China’s October Golden Week holiday along with the Chinese government’s continuing ‘Zero Covid’ policy have impacted production, reducing demand for shipping capacity from that side of the Pacific as well.”

U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.26 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units – one 20-foot container or its equivalent – in August, the latest month for which final numbers are available. That was up 3.5% from July but down 0.4% from August 2021.

Ports have not yet reported September’s numbers, but Global Port Tracker projected the month at 2.07 million TEU, down 3% year over year. October is forecast at 2 million TEU, down 9.4% year over year; November at 2.01 million TEU, down 4.9%, and December at 1.96 million TEU, down 6.1%. The December number would be the lowest since 1.87 million TEU in February 2021, which was the last time the monthly total fell below 2 million TEU.

The first half of the year totaled 13.5 million TEU, a 5.5% increase year over year. The forecast for the remainder of the year would bring the second half to 12.5 million TEU, down 4% year over year. For the full year, 2022 is expected to total 26 million TEU, up 0.7% from last year’s annual record of 25.8 million TEU.

Imports are expected to bounce back briefly in January 2023, which is forecast at 2.06 million TEU, but that would be down 4.9% from January 2022. February is forecast at 1.8 million TEU, down 15% year from last year as the month returns to its usual slowdown because of Lunar New Year factory shutdowns each year in Asia. Numbers remained high despite the holiday last year because of backed-up cargo that kept congested ports busy during the month.

The cargo data comes as NRF forecasts that 2022 retail sales will grow between 6% and 8% over 2021. Sales were up 7.5% during the first eight months of the year.

Global Port Tracker, which is produced for NRF by Hackett Associates, provides historical data and forecasts for the U.S. ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma on the West Coast; New York/New Jersey, Port of Virginia, Charleston, Savannah, Port Everglades, Miami and Jacksonville on the East Coast, and Houston on the Gulf Coast. The report is free to NRF retail members, and subscription information is available at NRF.com/PortTracker

Posted: October 7, 2022

Source: National Retail Federation (NRF)

3M Scotchlite Reflective Material Launches The Next Generation Of Industrial Wash Reflective Transfer Films

ST. PAUL, Minn. — October 5, 2022 — Industrial garments need to withstand tough conditions, including an increased number of wash cycles, disinfecting wash performance, higher temperatures and harsher washing conditions.

To help meet these demands, 3M is introducing the next generation of 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material Industrial Wash and Industrial Wash Flame Resistant Reflective Transfer Films that offer the strongest wash durability ever offered by 3M. These new films are designed to increase longevity and help reduce the cost of ownership for specifiers, all in a more sustainable design certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.

3M Scotchlite Reflective Material 9725 Industrial Wash Transfer Film is a high-wash performance solution built for the hard-wearing demands of today’s world. This new product is designed to:

  • Last up to 75 industrial wash cycles according to ISO 15797 table 4, procedure 2
  • Last up to 50 disinfectant industrial wash cycles according to ISO 15797 table 1, procedure 2
  • Be suitable for tumble drying and tunnel finishing

This high-performance trim is ideal for use in a wide assortment of industries including manufacturing, industrial, construction, transportation, utilities and first responders.

For flame-resistant safety wear, 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material 9745 Industrial Wash Flame Resistant Transfer Film is designed to:

  • Last up to 100 industrial wash cycles according to ISO 15797 table 4, procedure 2
  • Last up to 50 disinfectant industrial wash cycles according to ISO 15797 table 1, procedure 2
  • Be suitable for tumble drying and tunnel finishing

This high-performance flame-resistant trim is ideal for use in a wide assortment of industries including oil, gas, mining, utilities, and manufacturing.

“We recognize the evolution of wash detergents and processing procedures amongst our key industrial wash customers and the effect that has on our reflective films,” says Andrew Johnson, product marketing manager in 3M’s personal safety division. “To help ensure these new industrial wash films would withstand these new expectations, we partnered directly with the leading detergent suppliers to monitor our performance every step along the way.”

“These collaborations confirmed our own internal evaluation results, and we are excited to establish such a robust industrial wash cycle claim for the U.S. and Canadian markets,” he says. “The ISO-15797 standards aren’t as well known yet in this region, but we expect these new solutions to set the bar at a whole new level.”

Together with the existing reflective fabric 9945, these new options help expand the high-performance range of 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material. This power-packed range is built to help deliver durability, high brightness, and disinfectant washability, all in a more sustainable design that’s certified as Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class 1.

How Scotchlite reflective materials work

3M Scotchlite Reflective Transfer Films are intended for use on high-performance safety garments. They help enhance the visibility of the wearer at night or in lowlight conditions when illuminated by a light source, such as vehicle headlights or streetlights. 3M is a pioneer in developing the science behind retroreflection and has been advancing the technology in new and groundbreaking ways for over 80 years.

3M Scotchlite Reflective Material works by returning light rays back to the original source, a result of the retroreflective properties of thousands of microscopic glass beads incorporated into the material. This means retroreflective materials appear brightest to an observer located near the original light source, such as a car’s headlights. Since very little light is scattered when the light is returned, retroreflective materials enhance the contrast of the wearer to an observer located near the original light source.

Posted: October 6, 2022

Source: 3M

Famous Footwear Partners With Caitlin Mchugh Stamos For Fall Fashion Campaign

ST. LOUIS — October 6, 2022 — Famous Footwear, one of the Caleres brands, is partnering with actress, model, podcaster and lifestyle influencer Caitlin McHugh Stamos for its 2022 fall campaign.

The partnership with Stamos celebrates Famous Footwear as the shopping destination for all the best brands and must-have shoes for fall. The campaign features Stamos showcasing styles from the leading fall fashion trends and how she is styling each one. From western boots, block heels, lug soles to classic dress heels and the classic white court sneaker, Stamos shares how these versatile styles fit her life.

In addition to being a successful author and actress, Stamos has established her own business and podcast, and is a leader for organizations rooted in advocating for women. Through her podcast, “How Can I Help,” Stamos identifies nonprofits, businesses and individuals who are making a positive impact in the world and works to further their causes.

“Famous Footwear always has so many name-brand and on-trend options for my lifestyle,” said McHugh Stamos.“I’m always on the go and have found Famous to be an amazing resource for fashionable and versatile shoes that take me from day to night.”

“Our consumer wants on-trend styles that fit with her life,” said Holly Campbell, senior vice president of marketing for Famous Footwear. “We think our customers will be inspired by Caitlin’s style and the way she shows up in the world. She’s the perfect person to show how easy it is to find the right trends and the best brands at Famous Footwear.”

The campaign will run across all digital channels for Famous Footwear. Customers can shop her looks on Instagram and TikTok, where all her styling tips will be shared, as well as a chance to win her five featured must-have fall footwear trends below.

Famous Footwear will continue to partner with fashion content creators to connect with consumers in a relatable way. This is part of a larger campaign initiative for Famous Footwear that celebrates creativity and individuality. The brand’s goal is to make every customer feel like they can walk with confidence.

Posted: October 6, 2022

Source: Famous Footwear / Caleres

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