VF Corp. To Invest $10.2 Million in Henry County, Va.

RICHMOND — October 28, 2021 — Virginia Governor Ralph Northam today announced that VF Corp. will invest $10.2 million to grow their operation in Henry County. The expansion will create 82 jobs. The company will use its 500,000-square-foot facility in Martinsville to increase distribution capacity to deliver products to its consumers faster. Virginia successfully competed with California and Pennsylvania for the project.

“VF Corporation has thrived in Henry County for nearly 20 years, and we are thrilled to see the company continue to invest in the Commonwealth,” said Governor Northam. “Virginia’s strong outdoor recreation economy supports the growth of companies like VF Corporation. We look forward to the company’s continued success here in the Commonwealth as our ecotourism industry grows.”

VF Corp. owns and operates a family of iconic outdoor, active, and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, and Dickies®. VF Corp. has been an employer in Henry County since 2003.

“VF Corporation focuses heavily on the wellbeing of its customers and the communities it operates in, and it has been a partner of the Commonwealth for close to two decades,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Brian Ball. “We are confident that Henry County’s strategic location and quality-of-life amenities, business environment, and topnotch workforce will continue to propel VF Corporation to success, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with the company for years to come.”

“Governor Northam created the Office of Outdoor Recreation to get the most out of Virginia’s unique and diverse natural assets,” said Deputy Secretary of Commerce and Trade and Director of the Office of Outdoor Recreation Cassidy Rasnick. “VF Corporation is a global powerhouse in the outdoor industry, and its decision to invest in Henry County demonstrates that this industry can be a true driver of economic development for communities in which it operates.”

“We’ve proudly operated our distribution center in Martinsville for 18 years and we know that continuing to invest in Martinsville is the right choice given its location and committed employees,” said Cameron Bailey, VF Corporation Executive Vice President, Global Supply Chain. “The planned investments in this facility, from enhanced technology to improved distribution equipment, as well as the 82 new full-time positions, will help deliver our products to our consumers in a more efficient and prompt manner. On behalf of our brands and VF as a whole, we extend our gratitude to Governor Northam and Senator Stanley for their continued partnership.”

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation and the Virginia Office of Outdoor Recreation to secure the project for Virginia. Governor Northam approved a $225,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Henry County with the project. The company is eligible to receive benefits from the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. Funding and services to support the company’s employee training activities will be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.

“VF Corporation has been a great friend and partner with Henry County for many years,” said Henry County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jim Adams. “Today’s announcement further solidifies our relationship. We are blessed to have VF in our community.”

“Within the past month, two companies have made great decisions to do business in Southside, Virginia,” said Senator William Stanley. “I am pleased to see VF Corporation continue to grow and create many new opportunities for citizens in Martinsville and Henry County. This investment of $10.2 million and the creation of 82 new jobs is a big win for Southside and its continued economic growth.”

“I am again pleased to add my voice of congratulations to everyone who helped bring more jobs to Henry County with this investment,” said Delegate Les Adams. “Given this decision to increase distribution, the leadership at VF Corporation is no doubt pleased with our community and should expect more successes from its workforce.”

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Virginia Office of the Governor

Clothing And Apparel Company Citadel Brands To Establish Operations In Williamsburg County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — October 20, 2021 — Clothing and apparel company Citadel Brands LLC today announced plans to establish operations in Williamsburg County. The more than $7.5 million investment will create 116 new jobs.

Locating to 955 N. Williamsburg County Highway in Kingstree, Citadel Brands LLC specializes in promotional clothing and apparel. The company’s new operations will increase distribution capacity and promote future growth for new products and brands.

The Kingstree facility is expected to be operational in June 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Citadel Brands LLC team should email jobs@citadelbrands.com.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. The council also awarded a $200,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to Williamsburg County to assist with costs related to the project.

“Citadel Brands LLC is extremely excited to be moving our wholesale distribution company to Williamsburg County, located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina,” said Citadel Brands LLC COO Greg Brown. “Being a native of Kingstree brings me great joy in providing opportunity to longtime residents. The infrastructure in the area provides ease of transportation to our newly constructed warehouse and additional possibilities with the movement of our products across the United States. We are looking forward to working with the county on finding employees who are excited about being a part of a growing company with long-term goals firmly in place. Thank you, Williamsburg County!”

“South Carolina is constantly working to bring investments and jobs to all areas of our state, but it’s always exciting to see a company invest in one of South Carolina’s rural areas,” noted Governor Henry McMaster. “We celebrate Citadel Brands LLC’s decision to locate in Williamsburg County and create more than 100 new jobs in the area.”

“South Carolina has made a name for itself as a place where companies — big and small — want to do business,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “When a company like Citadel Brands LLC moves here and creates more than 100 jobs in a rural community, it shows the world that all of South Carolina is open for business. We look forward to watching the success of this great company here in our borders.”

“We are ecstatic about this opportunity, and even more, honored that a native of this county is a part of this company,” said Williamsburg County Supervisor Dr. Tiffany Wright. “The creation of over 100 jobs in our rural community has created hope in the lives of so many people. We welcome Citadel Brands LLC to our county and our family. This proves that South Carolina is a place that businesses are willing to invest in, which is due to the hard work of so many people working together.”

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

AATCC Announces Elizabeth A. Eggert As Chapin Award Winner

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — November 4, 2021 — In recognition of her outstanding service to the Association, AATCC has named Elizabeth A. Eggert as the recipient of the Harold C. Chapin Award for her contributions and support in the area of test method research and development.

AATCC Activities

Eggert joined AATCC in 1991. She is active on several research committees and has served on some for more than 20 years. Eggert has served on the Home Laundering Technology committee since 1999 and was secretary of this committee from 2012 through 2019. During this tenure, Eggert rewrote several AATCC monographs on home laundering and was instrumental in implementing major changes to related standards. She has been a member of Color Measurement Test Methods, Antimicrobial Activity Test Methods, and Stain Resistance Test Methods committees since 2000. She also joined the Evaluation of Materials & Products for End Use Performance Test Method committee in 2000 and served as chair from 2005 through 2007. She has been a member of the Colorfastness to Washing Test Methods committee since 2002, and the Electronically Integrated Textiles Test Methods committee since 2016.

Eggert served on the AATCC International Test Methods committee as ISO Spokesperson from 2007 through 2017. In addition, she was appointed to the Technical Committee on Research (TCR) and served from 2002 through 2017; she chaired this committee from 2007 through 2009. She was appointed to the Executive Committee on Research (ECR) in 2004 and chaired this committee from 2010 through 2012. As chair of ECR, she served on the AATCC Board of Directors and as vice-president on the AATCC Foundation Board of Directors.

Eggert also served on a number of other AATCC administrative committees, including the Harold C. Chapin Award Committee, the TCR Service Award Committee, the Awards Oversight Committee, the Committee on Conferences, and the Education Advisory Board. She served on the Subject and Speakers Bureau. Eggert was active in the Midwest Section, serving as secretary in 2002, vice chair in 2003, chair in 2004, and councilor in 2005.

Accomplishments

Eggert earned a BS in Textile Science from The Ohio State University (OSU). She also earned a course certificate from the Harvard School of Business in Disruptive Strategy. She received the New Leader Award from OSU.

She has been with Procter & Gamble since 1998 and was recognized with the Procter & Gamble CEO Award. Eggert is also a member of ASTM and is the current Chair of D12- Soaps and Other Detergents, and a member of D13 (Textiles).

The Chapin Award

The Chapin Award was established in 1958 in honor of Harold C. Chapin, professor of chemistry at Lowell Textile School, who served as national secretary of AATCC for nearly 25 years. The Association will present the Chapin Scroll during the AATCC Textile Discovery Summit Awards Luncheon that will take place in Durham, NC, USA on November 18, 2021.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: AATCC

Meryl Medical Announces International Expansion

CONGLETON, United Kingdom — October 29, 2021 — Meryl Medical, the hi-tech, pioneering, textile manufacturer that produces environmentally sustainable fabrics, is strengthening its international presence with the opening of a design and operations hub in Germany.

The new center, located near Frankfurt, Germany, will offer Meryl Medical a major gateway for the supply of its quality, sustainable fabric into European markets, and the rest of the world, whilst working closer with German-based recycling facilities to fill the circular economy.

“As the customer base in Europe continues to grow, the new facility will enable us to provide a quicker, reliable service and be more reactive to bespoke requirements for fabric across the world”, Kevin Simpson, co-founder of Meryl Medical, explained.

The new European operation will be headed up by Ingo Mangold, who has extensive knowledge of the industry and the region as well as an impressive background in textile engineering. It will encompass a design center, ordering and bespoke commissioning facility, and a comprehensive logistics operation.

All Meryl Medical products are treated with a permanent antiviral-effect, antibacterial and anti-fungal technology co-developed alongside their virology partner, HeiQ. HeiQ helps improve the lives of billions of people by adding functionalities to all kinds of materials through scientific research, specialty materials manufacturing and consumer ingredient branding.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Meryl Medical Ltd.

Sciessent Announces Pilltec™ Anti-Pilling Technology As Newest Addition To Product Portfolio

With Pilltec

BEVERLY, Mass. — November 2, 2021 — Sciessent, a global supplier of antimicrobial, anti-odor, and water repellent technologies, announced Pilltec™ anti-pilling technology as the newest addition to the company’s product portfolio today. The announcement comes in part with the company’s new website featuring a rebranding of each technology’s logo within the overall Sciessent umbrella of products for a cohesive look and feel.

Without Pilltec

A constant emphasis on innovation positioned Sciessent to recognize the textile industry’s lack of pilling technology that performs to consumer needs as a problem which required the right solution. Pilltec anti-pilling technology makes open-end-yarn fabrics less prone to pilling by reducing friction and holding these shorter fibers together. Not only is Pilltec environmentally friendly and safe for the skin, but it also cuts down on manufacturing costs associated with using ring-spun yarns. Pilltec can be used in conjunction with other Sciessent technologies to provide multi-functional benefits.

“Solution-based innovation is important here at Sciessent, as it enables us to provide the answer to legitimate problems our customers have”, said Sciessent CEO Paul C. Ford. “Not only is Pilltec a great example of that, but it offers a great opportunity for textile and apparel manufacturers to further differentiate their products through the combined usage of Sciessent’s product set.”

Early Pilltec trials completed with current customers elicited positive feedback and results showing it significantly minimizes pilling in fabrics made with open-end yarns. Pilltec applied at the finishing stage forms a soft matrix around the fiber bundle, providing greater stability and resistance to abrasion by holding these shorter fibers together.

Sciessent’s Agion®, Lava X2®, Agion Active X2®, and Pilltec products are all bluesign® approved and listed on the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation ZDHC Gateway, complying with ZDHC Level 3 requirements.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Sciessent, LLC

Arxada And Troy To Combine, Creating A Global, Comprehensive And Innovative Offering In Microbial Control

BASEL, Switzerland/FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — November 3, 2021 — Arxada, a global speciality chemicals business, and Troy Corp., a global supplier of microbial control solutions and performance additives, today announce that they have entered into an agreement to combine the two companies.

This agreement represents the first strategic deal by Arxada, formerly known as Lonza Specialty Ingredients or LSI and owned by private equity funds Bain Capital and Cinven, since the purchase from Lonza Group AG in July 2021. As part of the deal structure, Troy’s owners will invest in the combined company.

The partnership is a logical next step in Arxada’s strategy to strengthen its offering and enhance the capabilities of its Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) business. Troy is a global leader in the field of industrial preservation with broad expertise in paints and coatings, wood protection and preservation, home and personal care, plastics and textiles, energy and metal working fluids. The combination will create a comprehensive and innovative offering in microbial control, enabling the delivery of new solutions and value-added services to customers.

Arxada will benefit from Troy’s technical expertise, trusted customer relationships, and broad portfolio of performance products as well as a long history of innovation, including the invention of 3-iodo propynyl butyl carbamate (IPBC), which Arxada does not currently manufacture. In addition, the proposed transaction will enhance Arxada’s commercial presence across the globe and add several production sites in important locations including Newark, NJ, USA; Horhausen, Germany; Moerdijk, Netherlands and Kabinburi, Thailand. This extensive manufacturing footprint will allow the combined entity to better serve customer needs and strengthen its position as a trusted partner of choice in microbial control.

Commenting on the combination, Marc Doyle, CEO of Arxada, said: “The combination of Arxada and Troy will reinforce our position as a leading global provider of microbial control solutions. Our decision to merge with Troy just four months after our launch as an independent company highlights our ambition and commitment to creating the broadest and most innovative solutions for our customers in this sector.

“The combination also fits with our strategy of expanding our geographic footprint and the scale and depth of our capabilities by bolstering our manufacturing capacity in MCS beyond North America into Europe and Asia.

“We look forward to welcoming our new colleagues at Troy so that, together, we can build on our combined expertise in microbial control to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions for all of our customers. We remain committed to working closely with our customers to make sure we continue to meet their needs and ensure a smooth transition once the deal is complete.”

Daryl D. Smith, chairman, president and CEO of Troy, commented: “For over 50 years Troy has developed and manufactured preservatives and additives for various industries, enabling our customers to produce high performing, cost-effective and sustainable products. The combination of Troy’s strength in architectural coatings and industrial preservation, leadership in IPBC technology and broad range of performance additives perfectly complements Arxada’s strengths in wet state preservation. The joining of the companies will deliver significant added value to our customers going forward.”

Kirkland & Ellis is acting as legal adviser, and The Valence Group of Piper Sandler as financial advisor to Arxada and its owners Bain Capital and Cinven. Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is acting as legal adviser, and JP Morgan Chase is acting as financial adviser, to Troy Corporation.

The Parties will work to close the transaction as soon as possible, subject to obtaining customary approvals. Financial details of the deal have not been disclosed.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Arxada And Troy Corporation

Lorpen Launches Renewed Polartec Trekking Expedition Socks To Protect Your Feet In Extreme Cold 

ARRASATE (Gipuzkoa), Spain — November 3, 2021 — In their Fall Winter 2021-2022 collection, Lorpen, a domestic and international outdoor socks brand, has renovated its Polartec T3+ range, which is designed for extreme cold. One of the highlights in this segment is the Polartec Trekking Expedition socks that have an anatomical design that’s different for the left and right feet and that has 3 layers of textiles on the foot made up of 2 layers of Polarec Power Stretch multi-elastic textile and an insulating layer in between with Primaloft fiber. In this renewed model Lorpen has put the Primaloft in the toes into the entire sole and heel, which provides a lot more insulation than the previous version. It’s look has also been updated to have a more trendy design.

The technicity and design of these socks are backed up by the know-how of the brand, which has been based in Etxalar, a small village very close to the Pyrenees, for more than 30 years. Lorpen manufactures all their socks there and then distributed all around the world. The brand is a pioneer in developing in-house cutting edge technology for their products, (for example T3 technology which was a turning point in the industry), because it was the first brand to use three different layers of thread in a single sock. That put the brand at the summit of this market niche and they’re currently the undisputed leaders of their segment. They were also pioneers in using flat seems in the toe with their stitch by stitch sewing, which is something only the brand can do at their plant in Etxalar. Specializing in just one product and the passion they make their socks with, where craft and innovation are mixed, means they’re the brand chosen by the most demanding athletes looking for the best performance. That is because Lorpen socks provide transpirability, protection and maximum compression to guarantee cooler and drier feet than when you wear other socks.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Lorpen

Global Shop Solutions Names John Davis Chief Technology Officer

John Davis

THE WOODLANDS, Texas — November 3, 2021 — Global Shop Solutions, a developer of ERP software for manufacturers around the world, has named John Davis as chief technology officer (CTO).

Davis joined Global Shop Solutions in 2004, and over the past 17 years has served the company in many different capacities including analyst, programmer, and management. Most recently he led the R&D Infrastructure Team, and his excellent programming, networking, and all-around technical knowledge has played a critical role in shaping the company’s ERP software product.

“John has been instrumental in leading Global Shop Solutions technical strategy so our customers can take advantage of the benefits IoT brings to the manufacturing industry,” says Erika Klein, vice president of R&D. “As CTO he will define the standards for the technical excellence we hold ourselves to.”

An experienced systems analyst in the computer software industry, Davis combines strong Visual Basic, Object Oriented Design, SQL, Perl, and C++ skills with a background in Computer Resource and Instructional Planning. He received his degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, and Instructional Technology from Utah State University.

“A great leader and coach for our developers, John will be responsible for raising the skill set of all our developers by mentoring and challenging them,” Klein added. “He will determine which technologies drive our product and develop our feature roadmap for the years to come.”

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Global Shop Solutions Inc.

Primark Launches Circular Denim Collection As Part Of The Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Jeans Redesign Project

DUBLIN — November 1, 2021 — Primark has launched a new denim collection designed and created to show what circular fashion means in practice.

The new collection is part of The Jeans Redesign, a project from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s fashion initiative, featuring denim that’s designed, produced and created to align with the Foundation’s vision of a circular economy for fashion. Based on the principles of the circular economy, the guidelines ensure jeans are used more, made to be made again, and are made from safe and recycled or renewable inputs.

As a participant of the project, Primark has released a new collection of jeans and denim jackets, featuring denim that is made from organic cotton and recycled fibers and that has been designed to be easily recycled so that they have the potential to be turned into new jeans once they can no longer be worn. The product is metal rivet-free, a common design element that can make jeans difficult to recycle. Labelling also includes guidelines on removing buttons and zips before sending to recycle to ensure this product has another life.

The jeans are made from 70-percent organic cotton, 29-percent recycled cotton and 1-percent elastane and the jackets are made from 80-percent organic cotton and 20-percent recycled cotton.

The collection includes denim jeans for women (£19) and denim jeans for men (£18), as well as an adult denim jacket for £21. The collection is available in store now in 161 stores across all 14 countries Primark operates in.

Lynne Walker, Director of Primark Cares said: “In September we launched our Primark Cares sustainability strategy and committed to making changes to the way we make our clothes, ensuring that that they are recyclable by design by 2027, that they are made from more sustainably sourced or recycled materials by 2030, and that they last longer by 2025. Denim is a wardrobe staple for our customers, from denim jeans to denim jackets, and I am proud of this new collection, which brings to life our ambition and shows what these changes look like in reality. Most importantly, we are showing that we can do this without compromising on the style and affordability that our customers love from us.”

Laura Balmond, Lead Make Fashion Circular at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation said: “The Jeans Redesign demonstrates that it is possible to create garments fit for a circular economy today, and this is just the beginning. By taking these first steps, organisations like Primark build the confidence to explore and learn how to put products on the market aligned with circular economy principles. We’re pleased to see the solutions identified by Primark and the growing understanding of the challenges that must be addressed to achieve the vision of a circular economy for fashion. Now the concept has been proven, we cannot delay progress. There is a need for industry and government to continue driving momentum, at pace and scale, towards a circular economy for fashion.”

The new circular denim collection follows on from the launch of Primark’s sustainability strategy launched last month. In it the international retailer outlined its plans to reduce fashion waste, halve carbon emissions across its value chain and improve the lives of the people who make Primark products. Underpinned by nine commitments stretching across the business, Primark is accelerating its work over the next few years to become a circular and more sustainable business. Key commitments include using recycled and more sustainably sourced materials in all of its clothing by 2030 – up from 25% today, ensuring clothes are designed to be recycled and improving the durability of clothing. It is also working to reduce carbon emissions by half across every stage of Primark product – from the farms where raw materials are sourced, through production and manufacturing, to when a customer purchases a Primark product in-store. When it comes to the people who make its products, Primark is working to protect and improve the lives of people who make its clothes by working to pursue a living wage by 2030.

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: Primark

Shaw Industries Group To Expand Operations In Aiken County, S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C.  — November 1, 2021 — Shaw Industries Group Inc. (Shaw), a global flooring provider, today announced plans to expand its operations in Aiken County. The approximately $400 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs at the manufacturing facility, which creates fiber used to manufacture residential carpet.

Located at 136 East Frontage Road in Aiken, Shaw’s expansion will increase the company’s manufacturing capacity and support future growth for new products. This location currently employs more than 600 associates.

The expansion is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Individuals interested in joining the Shaw team should visit the company’s careers webpage.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. Aiken County was also awarded two Set-Aside grants, totaling $1,750,000, to assist with costs related to this project.

“Our expansion in Aiken represents a significant, long-term investment in our people and processes that will allow us to meet current and future projected market demand for high-quality carpet products,” said Shaw Executive Vice President of Operations David Morgan. “This investment positions Shaw well for the future and represents tremendous career opportunities for current and future associates.”

“Shaw benefits from a talented, well-trained associate base in Aiken County,” said Shaw Plant 78 (Aiken, S.C.) Plant Manager John Riley. “We’re proud to have been a part of the community for almost 20 years and look forward to continuing to make a positive impact.”

“The expansion of Shaw Industries Group Inc.’s operations in Aiken County signals yet another vote of confidence by this great company in South Carolina and our people,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “Congratulations to Shaw on this $400 million investment that will create more than 300 new jobs for our citizens.”

“South Carolina continues to provide the business climate where companies can find long-term success,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “Shaw has been a part of the Aiken community for nearly two decades which makes today’s announcement and the opportunities it represents even more exciting.”

“The Aiken County Council appreciates Shaw’s decision to expand its Aiken County operations,” noted Aiken County Council Chairman Gary Bunker. “This announcement is a grand slam for Aiken County and represents the largest single capital investment in the county in over a decade. With an approximately $400 million capital investment and more than 300 new jobs to be created, this is a win-win for both Shaw and Aiken County.”

“A company like Shaw has options where to deploy a job creation and capital investment opportunity of this significance,” said Economic Development Partnership Chairman Gary Stooksbury. “We are grateful they chose Aiken County. It shows a company that is pleased with the business conditions that Aiken County Council works hard to maintain. Congratulations to Shaw and Aiken County!”

Posted November 4, 2021

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

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