E.U.-India Free Trade Negotiations: An Opportunity To Rebalance Trade Relations And Promote A Global Sustainable Textile Industry

BRUSSELS — August 4, 2022 — Today’s trade relations between the E.U. and India in textiles and clothing are characterized by a large and systemic trade deficit for the E.U.; annual imports from India exceed 6 billion euros (2021) – making it the 4th supplier — while E.U. exports to India reached just half a billion — the 20th place in our export markets.

Against this background, the free trade negotiations are an opportunity to rebalance that relationship; European textile and clothing companies can offer high quality and innovative products for the Indian market, but they can also offer solutions to reduce the environmental footprint of the textile industry.

EURATEX, as the voice of textiles and apparel manufacturers in Europe, supports an ambitious E.U. trade agenda, that puts reciprocity, transparency, fair competition and equal rules at the centre of its action. The FTA is an opportunity to establish a more sustainable and fair trading system, based on rules, global environmental and social standards, which are effectively respected by all.

In this context, EURATEX highlights that the sector needs open and efficient markets, but combined with effective controls where necessary, thus ensuring level playing field for European companies. It is clearly essential that the same level of market access to India — both in terms of tariff and non-tariff barriers — is available to E.U. producers as vice versa.

India today benefits from reduced customs duties due to GSP. For European companies instead, market access to India is challenging, facing non-tariff barriers (related to proof of origin, quality control procedures, etc.) as well as national or state-level support programs which distort the level playing field between E.U. and Indian companies.

That level playing field should also apply to our sustainability targets. As the E.U. will roll out its E.U. Textile Strategy, setting ambitious standards and restrictions (e.g. on chemicals), we must ensure the FTA is fully aligned with that strategy.

Director General Dirk Vantyghem commented: “We look to these negotiations with great interest. The FTA is an opportunity to develop a shared ambition between the European and Indian industry to make sustainable textiles the norm, and to create a regulatory framework where our companies can compete in a free and fair environment.”

Posted: August 4, 2022

Source: EURATEX

NNT And Polygiene Team Up To Create New Frontline Workwear Uniforms For Health Professionals

MALMÖ, Sweden — August 4, 2022 — If you work in a high-pressure environment, you want to feel fresh and comfortable. When it’s a medical or care workplace, the added advantage of clothing that’s not just smart but also inhibits bacterial growth is obvious. To tick all these boxes, NNT and Polygiene have teamed up to create a new range of protective uniforms and scrubs for health professionals.

The new workwear, marketed under the Workwear Group logo, incorporates Polygiene’s innovative StayFresh™ technology. StayFresh specifically works to inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria in fabric. Polygiene’s principle of “Wear more. Wash less” means that treated garments can be washed less frequently, saving time, water, and energy.

This not only reduces the use of valuable resources but also cuts the number of potential pollutants released into the environment, such as detergents and microfibres from the clothes themselves. It also prolongs the garment’s life, creating more sustainable work wear that lasts longer, has less bacterial load even after repeated wearing, and smells fresher.

How does it work?

Polygiene StayFresh uses a patented silver salt solution that’s been tested rigorously by independent laboratories for its safety and effectiveness. It’s anti-microbial and inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria. As it’s incorporated into the garments during the manufacturing process, it keeps on working for the lifetime of the garment.

The results are scrubs and uniforms that give the wearer personal confidence and all-day freshness but that don’t cost the earth in energy or resources. The potential for expansion into other areas is substantial, and both Polygiene and NNT see the advantages of a wide range of uniforms and workwear going forward.

Polygiene’s proven track record

Polygiene’s proven track record in creating effective antimicrobial and anti-odor technology has encouraged NNT to partner up with the Scandinavian company.

”NNT is proud to partner with Polygiene, a trusted global brand used by fashion brands all over the world, for use on our scrubs fabrics,” commented NNT Senior Designer Ann Morgan. “We chose them because the durability of the Polygiene finish has been tested and proven to last for 100 washes, plus it’s bluesign® approved, meaning that it’s more environmentally conscious. It’s aligned with our company values for ethical and social responsibility,” she adds.

A bright future

The new range of workwear is already available within the Workwear Group portfolio under the brand NNT Uniforms. It includes NNT Next-Gen Active Scrubs, NNT Vital Scrubs, and NNT Petal Print ranges. Uptake on these ranges is predicted to grow considerably over the next 12 months. In the last six months, orders have already reached an impressive 300,000 units.

NNT has been on the frontline of uniform manufacturing since 1962, working alongside frontline workers. They take real pride in designing uniforms created using the input of the people who wear them every day.

Evolution that combines fashion and function

Today, NNT partners with many organizations ranging from some of the world’s best-known brands through to small businesses. As a result, the NNT collection continues to evolve to help even more organizations succeed with a compelling combination of fashion and function.

“We are proud to partner with NNT to grow our offering within the WWG portfolio, a respected global provider, of high quality and performance workwear”, shares Ulrika Björk, Polygiene CEO. Björk continues, “The added value of Polygiene StayFresh performance in these scrubs will provide the frontline in the healthcare industry the confidence of a hygienic uniform as well as confidence in a fresh uniform when in a public arena. We look forward to continuing to grow our partnership in the seasons to come.”

Posted: August 4, 2022

Source: Polygiene Group

Tonello Presents EVOLUTION 3, The Latest Generation Of Washing And Dyeing Machines

SARCEDO, Italy  — August 3, 2022 — Evolution 3, the new generation of Tonello’s signature washing and dyeing machines, is the amazing fruit of years of research, experimentation and continuous improvement.

The goal of Evolution 3 is simply excellence.

All the innovations implemented in Evolution 3 washing machines further reduce water and energy consumption, increase productivity, and lower energy and maintenance costs.

And without compromising on performance, because balancing these needs is critical in an increasingly competitive and sustainability-conscious market. And it makes all the difference.

Beyond Beauty, First-Class Technical Content

In the Evolution 3, the tried-and-tested machine construction allows for maximum optimization of water use during each type of process, as well as huge energy savings provided by several improvements:

  • The new high-efficiency motors are built with materials that reduce losses and consumption and increase overall machine efficiency;
  • The optimized transmission with new high-efficiency belts absorbs less energy and promotes greater durability and wear resistance than previous models; the machine is also more compact;
  • We improved the entire transmission system to achieve greater energy savings than conventional systems;
  • With the new inverters, we have perfected motor control, reducing vibration and stress; and
  • The tropicalized electronic boards are more reliable and withstand better even when placed in the more “harsh” environments of the laundry and dyeing plant.

Thanks to these improvements, Tonello’s Evolution 3 line of washing and dyeing machines enable energy savings of up to 20 percent compared to previous models, reduce overall operating costs and contribute to greater competitiveness in an increasingly unpredictable market.

In addition, the improvements cover the entire range (high, medium and low-speed machines).

In short, with Evolution 3, the iconic Tonello quality rises to the next level. In fact, there is no washing machine on the market today that has better total-cost ownership than the Tonello washing machine.

Premium Materials And Even More Advanced Production Systems: For Greater Durability And Wear Resistance

Designed for maximum performance, all machines in the Evolution 3 line are built with the best stainless steels: AISI 316L, for example, is used in the most critical applications, in internal parts in contact with the bath, and in all electrical cabinets, resulting in increased resistance to corrosion and wear.

Quality, strength and durability are also favored by drum welds made by a high-precision anthropomorphic robot on an automated station.

The entire Evolution 3 range is designed to be flexible and further improvable in the future (because, remember, Tonello machines do not age, they evolve).

In fact, they are prepared for the installation of accessory technologies and kits — such as OBleach, Core, UP, NoStone®, N2, Wake — and, of course, Metro and Mago Site Manager software programs.

In addition, the new more compact design offers greater adaptability and ease of placement and integration in the laundry and dyeing plant.

In summary, Here Are The Main Advantages Of The New Evolution 3:

  • New performance motors that increase overall efficiency;
  • New high-efficiency belts that optimize transmission;
  • Improved overall transmission system, resulting in energy savings;
  • Significant water savings ensured by a low bath ratio (LR 3:1/2:1);
  • Tropicalized electronic boards;
  • Welding by high-precision robots;
  • Easily implemented and upgradable washing machines; and
  • Increased reliability, safety and solidity.

Posted: August 3, 2022

Source: Tonello S.r.l.

Texon To Unveil Latest Insole Innovation Made From 100% Recycled Content At Lineapelle

SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA, England — August 3, 2022 — Texon will unveil a new product at Lineapelle this September — its first insole made from 100-percent recycled content. The insole, which is manufactured using a special fusion-bonding technology that removes the need for chemicals or water, can be supplied in net form to reduce waste, making it a game-changing sustainable solution for strobel applications.

Further details of the insole will be revealed at the show in Milan, where Texon will be celebrating 75 years of sustainable innovation. As well as showcasing new additions to its product portfolio for the footwear, accessories, and apparel industries, Texon will also be highlighting some of its more established, heritage components, which form the backbone of shoe construction for many world-leading brands.

Reinforcing the strength of Texon’s sustainability credentials*, products on display at Lineapelle will include:

  • ProWeave — a unique, patented, jacquard weaving technology that makes it possible to seamlessly integrate functional and design weaving into a single upper with the option to use recycled yarns — which is already proving popular with big brands;
  • Halo heel counters, which contain 50-percent recycled content and are supplied net, meaning there is zero waste;
  • Reform 2.0 heel counters, which build on the legacy of Texon’s original closed-loop solution and now contain up to 66 percent sustainably sourced content;
  • Sportflex Eco & Bio toe puffs made from a minimum of 63-percent sustainably sourced material;
  • Kabru — certified to GRS standard these cleverly designed insoles have a cushioned strobel that enables foam-free construction; plus, their one polymer design ensures recycled content (currently 83 percent) and high recyclability;
  • Verde — a new biodegradable cellulose material that contains up to 90-percent bio-based content. Lightweight, tear resistant and easy to handle, Texon’s latest circular solution can be used in a variety of fashion and homeware accessories;
  • Vogue — certified by The Vegan Society and a popular, versatile alternative to leather, this washable cellulose solution can be printed, laminated, coated, or screen-printed to suit specific requirements.

In early July it was announced that Texon had been acquired by Coats — an industrial thread manufacturer. Commenting, Bryan Whitfield, Group Sales Director at Texon, said: “We’re only just past the halfway mark in 2022, but this has already been a landmark year for the business. As we celebrate 75 years of sustainable innovation at Texon, we are excited to become a part of Coats Group. The acquisition brings together two world-class businesses to create a sustainable, value-adding partner for our customers. We look forward to marking all of our recent milestones at Lineapelle and unveiling our latest product innovations.”

Visit Texon at Lineapelle from 20 to 22 September at FieraMilano Rho in Pavilion 24, Stand #C7-9 and D8-10.

Posted: August 3, 2022

Source: Texon

ASM International Announces Milosh As COO And Scott As CIO

Milosh Ryan

MATERIALS PARK, Ohio — August 3, 2022 — Sandy Robert, executive director of ASM International, (formerly known as the American Society for Metals), is pleased to announce two key changes to the Society’s leadership structure: Ryan Milosh is being promoted to COO, and Kelvin Scott is joining ASM International as chief information officer (CIO). The new roles are effective July 16, 2022. With this change, Robert’s direct reports in addition to Milosh and Scott, will be Veronica Becker, CFO; Leslie Taylor, manager, Executive Office; and Patti Semancik, Human Resources.

As COO, Milosh will be responsible for oversight of all ASM International operations, excepting the Data Ecosystem and Information Technologies groups. As CIO, Scott will work across the organization to develop and deploy ASM’s digital strategies and information technology systems, both internal and customer-facing. Both the Data Ecosystem and Information Technologies Teams will report to Scott.

Scott Kelvin

In his most recent position, Milosh has served the organization as chief sales and marketing officer. He has a wealth of experience in understanding industry requirements, building partnerships and collaborations, and launching new products and services. Scott is joining as a full-time staff member after five years in an IT counsel role with ASM International. His background includes more than 22 years of running international consulting businesses, providing IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and program management.

Robert will continue to work with Milosh on capabilities planning for the rest of the organization with an eye to aligning the Society with its lines of business and strategic priorities, as well as maximizing its value to members and customers.

Posted: August 3, 2022

Source: ASM International

Winner Crowned For RECO Sustainable Young Designer Competition, Hosted By Indorama Ventures

Winning designs from the “RECO Young Designer Competition”

BANGKOK, Thailand — August 3, 2022 — Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd. (IVL), a global sustainable chemical producer, named the winners of “RECO Young Designer Competition” — Thailand’s largest upcycling fashion design event, parading haute couture garments containing at least 60-percent recycled materials.

Eleven finalists showcased 33 handmade sustainable outfits at the ninth edition of the fashion show at IVL’s headquarters in Bangkok, using recycled PET and polyester items to craft creative fashions. Under the concept of ‘REVIVE: Start from the Street,’ RECO supports young Thai designers while raising awareness of recycling. The designs use a range of recycled materials including recycled PET yarns, discarded fabric from factories, and even repurposed safety belts.

RECO awarded finalists and winners with 500,000 baht in prizes to support their careers. First prize of 125,000 baht was awarded to 23-year-old emerging furniture designer Prem Buachum for his “The Origin of Rebirth” collection, using fabric recycled from post-consumer PET bottles. The first runner-up, Sathitkhun Boonmee, was awarded 75,000 baht for his “Remembering Your Favorite Teddy Bear” collection, using old dolls made of polyester fibers. Second runners-up, Worameth Monthanom and Tanakorn Sritong, received 50,000 baht for their “Regeneration of Nature (into Spring)” collection, using unused fabrics and discarded PET film. Napat Tansuwan, a finalist with his “Don’t Judge” collection, will go on to create designer merchandise for sponsor Buriram United Football Club using local weaving techniques from communities in Buriram province.

Aradhana Lohia Sharma, vice president at Indorama Ventures and RECO Young Designer Competition Chairperson, said: “Since 2011, RECO’s ambition has been to uplift recycling and inspire people to realize the value of recyclable materials to produce great new products for daily life. We have witnessed many thoughtful initiatives on upcycling through the collections created by our talented young Thai designers. The designs this year showcase stunning wearability and innovation while using a large percentage of recycle materials. Public interest in recycling has been growing immensely, and we are grateful to strengthen the relationship with partners like Buriram United Football Club.”

Sharma added: “Indorama Ventures hopes this competition will be a driving force in nurturing sustainable fashion concepts and increasing the acceptance of recycled materials, especially post-consumer PET. We are proud to be a stepping-stone for our youth’s design journey and our community’s sustainable future.”

Chidchanok Chidchob, director of Merchandise Department, Buriram United Co. Ltd., said: “We are delighted to collaborate with IVL on the RECO project, which is inspirational and drives sustainability-conscious living. We have seen the next generation of designers taking advantage of this initiative to create innovative ideas, support sustainability, raise awareness and make recycling possible. Buriram United is honored to increase awareness of the importance of recycling and protecting our planet.”

First prize winner Buachum wants to establish his own designer brand and textile studio to bring sustainable design into people’s lives and pass on his knowledge to others. “The Big Bang Theory is the inspiration for my collection, and the challenge to use more than 60 percent recycled materials drove my creativity,” Buachum said. “I upcycled scrap brand labels into beautiful cloth, using techniques that added beauty and maximized usability. The weaving process can generate income for local communities and produce a ready-to-wear collection for the broader market. I am honored to be part of RECO and for the positive change it stands for and hope it can change the face of sustainable fashion in Thailand.”

Posted: August 3, 2022

Source: Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL)

Beaver Paper Enters The  Sustainable Packaging Field With New TexSeal™ Eco Pouches

ATLANTA — August 2, 2022 — Beaver Paper, a manufacturer of sublimation media and sewn paper products, is excited to announce the launch of its new TexSeal™ Eco Pouch sustainable paper packaging.

The new TexSeal Eco Pouches are an innovative, earth-friendly paper-based packaging solution suited for today’s market. TexSeal Eco Pouches are what protection packaging should be all about — protection for customers content and protection of the environment.

Paper packaging solutions are taking over functionalities that, in the past, could only be handled by plastic. Made from renewable forest products, TexSeal Eco Pouches offer a reliable, quality paper-based packaging solution.

Product Characteristics

  • Natural look and feel;
  • 100 percent recyclable;
  • Available in different grammages;
  • Excellent sealing properties; and
  • Biodegradable.

Applications

TexSeal Eco Pouches are ideally suited for packaging of textiles and apparel and can be formatted into pouches, bags, flow packs and sheeted lining. TexSeal Eco Pouches offer excellent heat sealability and provide an exceptional  barrier to aromas, oxygen, and water vapor.

TexSeal comes in a range of thicknesses from 40 gsm up to 80 gsm to meet a wide variety of applications. TexSeal Eco Pouches also offer excellent printability for all your branding purposes.

“Many eco-conscious companies will appreciate a simple, sustainable packaging solution that is truly earth friendly. TexSeal Eco Pouches showcase and protect fashion textiles and will not linger in landfills for hundreds of years,” said Tobias Sternbeck, CEO of Beaver Paper.  “Our customers can feel good about their packaging choices.”

TexSeal paper packaging has many advantages over plastic bags when it comes to sustainability. Paper is easier to recycle and is biodegradable. The fact that paper is recyclable helps lessen its impact on the environment.

Beaver Paper strives for constant innovation and the pursuit of sustainability. It is helping move the industry toward sustainable, paper-based packaging solutions made from natural and biodegradable raw materials. TexSeal Eco Pouches represent the next generation of paper for flexible packaging that companies and consumers can count on for the future.

Posted: August 2, 2022

Source: Beaver Paper

Sustainable Developments In Absorbent Hygiene & Personal Care Take Center Stage At Hygienix™ — INDA Announces Full Program And Opens Registration For Premier Event In New Orleans

CARY, N.C. — August 2, 2022 — With reusable and recyclable products and new inputs offering growth opportunities in absorbent hygiene and personal care products, Hygienix™ will provide an insightful view into the market’s future this November in New Orleans.

Industry participants from around the world and throughout the supply chain will convene and connect for the eighth edition of the premier event for the fast-growing segment on November 14-17, at The Roosevelt New Orleans Hotel. INDA today announced the full program and registration is now open at the Hygienix website: https://www.hygienix.org/index.html

The in-person conference will highlight the segment’s continued growth and new opportunities with presentations by more than 20 industry experts on sustainable inputs, natural fibers, product transparency, reusable menstrual products, recyclable diapers and more as well as the latest market forecasts and insights into consumer buying trends.

Hygienix also will offer two specialized workshops, and a myriad of business connection opportunities including a welcome reception on November 14 and a first-time attendee mentorship program.

Participants will discover innovative products in absorbent hygiene and personal care at tabletop exhibits with evening receptions on November 15-16, providing opportunities for 60 companies to showcase their unique offerings.

Three finalists will each present their innovative and technically sophisticated disposable absorbent hygiene products as they vie for the prestigious Hygienix Innovation Award™. Nominations are open until August 29. Demonstrating the interest in sustainability, last year’s award recipient was Kudos Diaper Subscription featuring its 100-percent cotton disposable diaper.

INDA President Tony Fragnito will welcome participants to New Orleans and also present the INDA Lifetime Service Award on November 15 and the Hygienix Innovation Award on November 17.

Hygienix Highlights

Absorbent hygiene — the single largest nonwoven end‐use category (by square meters) — is expected to continue its strong growth over the next four years, creating market opportunities in this thriving area driven by growing consumer interest for environmentally-friendly options in material inputs and end-of-life options.

Participants will hear the latest data and forecasts from analysts during presentations by Dr. Robert Fry, Jr., principal of Robert Fry Economics LLC on the Global Economy – What we Can Expect in 2023; Pricie Hanna, managing partner, and Colin Hanna, director of Market Research, Price Hanna Consultants on Disposables versus Reusables; and Simon Preisler, Vice President of Logistics, Central National Gottesman delivering a Logistic Market Update.

A panel of entrepreneurs will discuss the challenges, biases and taboos to bringing innovations into the marketplace. Experts sharing their insights will be Mia Abbruzzese and Alexandra Fennell, co-founders of Grace; Amrita Saigal, founder and CEO, Kudos; and Cindy Santa Cruz, president of ParaPatch.

A session on Next-Generation Menstrual Products and their Users will feature Liying Qian, research analyst, Euromonitor International providing market data on disposable and reusable period products; Frantisek Riha-Scott, founder, Confitex discussing reusable products; and Greta Meyer, co-founder and CEO, Sequel on Reengineering the Tampon.

Also focusing on period products will be a presentation by Danielle Keiser, managing director, Impact, Madami on Changing the Conversation with Consumers moderated by Heidi Beatty, CEO, Crown Abbey LLC.

Other intriguing not-to-be-missed presentations centered on sustainability trends include:

  • Assessing Sustainable Fiber Options in the Context of Disposable Hygienic Products – Richard Knowlson, Principal, RPK Consulting LLC
  • Five Generations of Hygiene + Sustainability – Matt Schiering, Professor of Marketing, Dominican University
  • Recycling Approaches for Disposable Diaper Waste – Jeannine Cardin, Quality and R&D, RecycPHP Inc.

Hygienix will provide additional focused learning opportunities with two essential short courses (with separation registration fees) on Nov. 14 focused on Absorption Systems for Absorbent Hygiene Products, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and Global Diaper Trends from 3:45 to 6 p.m.

Posted: August 2, 2022

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Program Supports Development Of Smart Textiles And Wearable Technology In North Carolina To Improve Survivability, Health And Performance Of The Military

RALEIGH, N.C. — August 1, 2022 — On Monday, June 27, 2022, at RTI International in Research Triangle Park, Emil Runge, program director, First Flight Venture Center, Fiona Baxter, associate executive director, NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) and Michael Mullins, director, NC State University IES North Carolina Defense Industry Diversification Initiative (NCDIDI), welcomed the pilot cohort of entrepreneurs to graduate from the Propeller Pre-Accelerator Program and the program consortium actively engaged in the North Carolina Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (NC DMCSP).

Propeller is a six-week entrepreneurial design thinking program that helps founders and entrepreneurs determine whether there is sufficient value to pursue a product or service idea. The program helps entrepreneurs identify potential markets, develop a path to market strategy, and learn how to communicate the value of the idea to early stakeholders and adopters. Propeller serves as a first-step program for early-stage science and technology innovators by helping them bridge the gap between a brilliant idea and the business value it represents.

In 2021, the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) awarded North Carolina State University IES a grant under the Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (DMCSP). The DMCSP is designed to support long-term community investments that strengthen national security innovation and expand the capabilities of the defense manufacturing industrial ecosystem. The program was created to recognize communities that demonstrate best practices in attracting and expanding defense manufacturing by bringing together key local stakeholders and using long-term planning that integrates targeted public and private investments across a community’s entire defense industrial ecosystem.

The purpose of the NC DMCSP grant is to support innovation in advanced textiles and wearables for the survivability, performance and lethality of the warfighter. The DMCSP team built a state-wide industrial production ecosystem that involves collaboration with 20 entities across the state focused on innovation in five key areas: manufacturing and modernization, ideation and product development entrepreneurship and commercialization, workforce development and defense manufacturing advocacy and outreach.

NC DMCSP partners include:

  • Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA);
  • Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM);
  • BLDG-25;
  • Center for Advanced Self-Powered Systems of Integrated Sensors and Technologies (ASSIST);
  • Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC);
  • Emerging Technology Institute (ETI);
  • First Flight Venture Center (FFVC) and Hangar6;
  • Fort Bragg Research Institute;
  • Manufacturing & Textile Innovation Network (MTIN);
  • Manufacturing x Digital (MxD);
  • NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES);
  • NC State Wilson College of Textiles;
  • North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCA&T);
  • North Carolina Center for Optimizing Military Performance (NC-COMP);
  • North Carolina Defense Industry Diversification Initiative (NCDIDI);
  • North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH);
  • North Carolina Department of Commerce;
  • North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP);
  • North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC); and
  • RTI International (RTI).

The June 27 event provided insight from two of the DMCSP Innovation groups. Dominick Stephenson, Assistant Director, Research Development & Evaluation, NC State University IES explained the processes of the Manufacturing Innovation Group and Steve McManus, Innovation Advisor, RTI International, and Emil Runge, Program Director, First Flight Venture Center provided an overview of the Product Innovation Group. Manufacturing USA Institute representatives from Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) and Manufacturing x Digital (MxD) explained their roles in the DMCSP initiative. The event also provided an opportunity for the six companies who are currently in the DMCSP ecosystem to showcase their advanced textiles and wearables projects. Following the product showcase, a small reception was held at First Flight Venture Center Center.

The six companies that participated in the 2022 NC DMCSP showcase included:

  • Dermisense Health — diagnostic patch detects biomarkers in interstitial fluids;
  • Onda Vision Technologies Inc. — wearable, real-time hydration sensor;
  • Aarogy Innovative Textiles LLC — far-IR reflecting therapeutic clothing;
  • Prohuman Tech — compression and contrast temperature pain management device;
  • Avex Motion — smart robotic therapeutic device; and
  • Stitch Partners — charged textile filter.

The Southwest Piedmont region of North Carolina produces 45 percent of the goods for the U.S. textile industry. Therefore, NC DMCSP is currently focused on identifying manufacturers and entrepreneurs located in six counties in North Carolina (Iredell, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Rowan and Montgomery) that are interested in participating in the 2023 program.

The Southwest Piedmont Region in North Carolina, N.C., DMCSP is seeking:

  • North Carolina researchers with relevant technology interested in exploring commercialization;
  • North Carolina entrepreneurs seeking opportunity with relevant background;
  • Established North Carolina manufacturers with R&D capability, looking for new advanced textiles for wearable technologies to develop new products; and
  • North Carolina manufacturers or entrepreneurs planning to enter the defense supply chain in advanced textiles or wearables, or bringing similar product manufacturing back to the United States from overseas.

Contact Michael Mullins, Director of Defense Industry Initiatives, NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) at mrmulli2@ncsu.edu.

Posted August 2, 2022

Source: NC State University, Industry Expansion Solutions

Parkdale Selects Datatex NOW ERP System To Replace TIM Solution

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — August 2, 2022 — Datatex is happy to announce that Parkdale Inc. has selected NOW as its next generation ERP solution.

Parkdale is a leading manufacturer of spun cotton yarns and cotton consumer products. Parkdale’s success hinges on its ability to deliver customer value through exceptional yarn quality, unparalleled service and innovation.

Parkdale’s culture of embracing innovation, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing is fundamental to its future, hence the decision to replace its ERP system from the Datatex TIM solution of more 15 years to Datatex NOW ERP.

“We are excited about our investment in NOW as we believe it gives us a competitive advantage in productivity and cost containment — while improving our capabilities to meet our customers’ needs” says Parkdale Inc. Chairman and CEO Anderson D. “Andy” Warlick.

Warlick further explained: “Datatex has been a valued partner to Parkdale over the past 15 years. After thorough market due diligence, we felt like Datatex NOW was the best enterprise system in the market for our future needs.“

“Parkdale is an innovation leader in the industry.” said Datatex CEO Ronen “Ronnie” Hagin. “This vote of confidence in our systems, people, and our technology direction with web-based solutions, confirms to us that we made and continue to make the right investment to remain the leading supplier of software solutions to the textile and apparel industries.”

Parkdale also will implement the Datatex NOW solution in its U.S. Cotton LLC business — a manufacturer of cosmetic and beauty aid products all made in the U.S.A.

Datatex is happy to represent the best enterprise system in the market for Parkdale’s future needs as well as to keep on supporting the optimization of the innovative American textile industries, providing them the best of breed solutions using the latest technologies.

Posted August 2, 2022

Source: Datatex

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