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Columbia Sportswear Appoints Troy Sicotte President Of The Mountain Hardwear Brand

September 10, 2021

PORTLAND, Ore. — September 9, 2021 — Columbia Sportswear Co. today announced the appointment of Troy Sicotte as president of the Mountain Hardwear brand.

Sicotte is well-known to the Mountain Hardwear family, having served as vice president of sales for the past three years. During the search for a president, Sicotte co-led the team with Mike Parker, who together seamlessly transitioned the organization while still working remote. Now he will take the reins to lead the high-performing Mountain Hardwear team.

“Troy Sicotte is a modern, pioneering, and energetic leader with diversified experiences that will serve Mountain Hardwear well,” said Craig Zanon, senior vice president for Emerging Brands. “We are happy and proud that Troy’s internal promotion facilitates a smooth transition for the team and business.”

“My last three years with Mountain Hardwear have been the best ones in my career because of the hardworking and passionate people that have made this growth possible,” Sicotte said. “I’m honored to now help lead the brand’s continued global growth alongside these amazing teams in Richmond, Portland and abroad. Our focus on innovative mountain sport product and thoughtful distribution will optimally serve consumers and our retail partners across the globe.”

Posted September 10, 2021

Source: Columbia Sportswear Co.

Columbia Sportswear Appoints Monica Mirro President Of The prAna Brand

September 10, 2021

PORTLAND, Ore. — September 9, 2021 — Columbia Sportswear Co. today announced the appointment of Monica Mirro as the president of the prAna brand.

Mirro will lead the prAna brand, continuing the brand-led, consumer focused approach to create clothing for positive change. She brings extensive experience in leadership roles building inspirational omni-channel brands, including Under Armour and SPANX. Her experience in go-to-market strategies, distribution channel diversification and success in achieving consumer brand loyalty will be important in growing the prAna brand.

“We’re excited that Monica will be joining us and are confident that her growth mindset, strategic discipline and people-first approach will propel the prAna brand,” said Craig Zanon, senior vice president for Emerging Brands.

“prAna is a brand that blends innovation and creativity with its innate integrity,” Mirro said. “I’m looking forward to leading the prAna team on a journey to allow more consumers to discover and experience the power of prAna.”

Posted September 10, 2021

Source: Columbia Sportswear Company

Mimaki Launches Four New UJF Series Printers

September 9, 2021

SUWANEE, Ga. — September 8, 2021 — Mimaki USA, a manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, today announced the launch of four new UJF Series printers. These new direct-to-object inkjet printers are designed for high-quality output, improved productivity and efficient production. Sales are scheduled to start in October 2021.

The new printers include the UJF-7151 plus II, and three new UJF-MkII e Series models, offering unrivaled printing quality and stability. They feature an array of new capabilities designed to deliver significant quality and performance benefits, enabling users to explore new applications and increase productivity.

Mimaki was among the first companies to develop and bring UV inkjet printers to market and is an industry leader in this field. Mimaki’s UV-LED inkjet printers use UV irradiation, rather than heat, to cure ink and do not require the preparation of plates (as in screen printing). This immensely reduces the time and cost of production.

UJF-7151 plus II

The UJF-7151 plus II model incorporates 8 print heads, two more than the previous model, enabling configurations that suit any application. It includes 8 ink slots, which can be configured for a four color setup or up to eight inks including light color inks — Light Cyan and Light Magenta — white, clear, and primer. It achieves print speeds up to 190-percent faster than the previous model.

This printer is capable of printing up to 1800 dpi, compared to the 1200 dpi of the previous model, allowing users to experience high-definition quality with less graininess and color irregularities. The strengthened structure of the printer body and enhancements to the print table reduces shaking during printing, allowing precise positioning of ink droplets. Load capacity has been increased from 22 to 66 pounds (10 to 30 kilograms), allowing users to print on heavier metal jigs and other equipment, while maintaining accurate positioning.

A key feature is the new UV Color Gloss function, which enables a glossy finish on color UV inks without the need for clear ink. This new feature increases value and profitability on a variety of applications.

UJF-MkII e Series

The new UJF-MkII e Series models include the UJF-3042 MkII e, UJF-3042 MkII Ex e, and the UJF-6042 MkII e. These printers offer improvements to image quality and stability, and enhanced operational performance over their predecessors.

The printing area of the UJF-3042 MkII e and UJF-3042 MkII Ex e measures 16.5 X 11.8 inches (420 X 300mm); and the UJF-6042 MkII e measures 16.5 X 24 inches (420 X :610mm).

All of the announced models include the new Mimaki Fine Diffusion (MFD2) core technology for half-toning that processes and precisely controls the placement of ink dots. The following proprietary core technologies are also incorporated: Nozzle Check Unit (NCU[1]), Nozzle Recovery System (NRS[2]), and Mimaki Advanced Pass Systems 4 (MAPS4[3]). These functions enable stable output of high-quality prints

The announced models come equipped with Mimaki RasterLink7 software, which facilitates numbering and variable printing functionality, along with MDL command sets which enable integration with production systems and peripheral devices for automated workflows. These commands enable users to adjust the height of the printing table, start time, and other operations remotely. Ink levels and errors can also be checked from connected peripheral devices.

These printers are compatible with various ink types, suitable for a variety of uses which allow direct printing on a wide array of media, including acrylic, resins, glass, metal, and even leather. This allows them to be used in the production of industrial printing up to 153-millimeters thick such as nameplates, home appliances, information boards, indoor molded signs, custom goods, flexible media, and more.

The UV-LED curable inks are available in rigid or flexible formulations. Also available is Mimaki inkjet primer PR-200, designed to improve the adhesion of Mimaki UV-LED inks on certain media. As a result, they are the ideal solution for print providers looking to diversify their offerings.

The UV-LED curable inks LH-100, LUS-120, and LUS-150 received GREENGUARD Gold certification by UL, meeting the standards for chemical substance emission specified by this third-party safety science organization. This certification is recognized for its personal and environmental safety.

Posted September 9, 2021

Source: Mimaki USA

Rieter CAMPUS – Foundation Stone Laid: Customer, Technology Center And Administration Building Ready For Occupancy In 2024  

September 9, 2021

Laying of the foundation stone (left to right): Mayor Michael Künzle; Bernhard Jucker, chairman of the board of directors, Rieter; Norbert Klapper, Rieter CEO; and Christa Meier, City Councillor and head of Building Department

WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — September 9, 2021 — On September 8, 2021, the foundation stone was laid for the Rieter CAMPUS on the western part of the Rieter site at the Winterthur location, which includes a customer and technology center as well as an administration building. The Rieter CAMPUS will make an important contribution to the implementation of the innovation strategy and to the enhancement of the company’s technology leadership position. At the same time, the investment of around CHF 80 million is a commitment to the Winterthur site and to Switzerland as a business location.

With a floor area of more than 30,000 square meters, the Rieter CAMPUS offers space for around 700 ultra-modern workplaces. For this purpose, Rieter and a specialist in office architecture have developed a contemporary space concept for the “Open Space Office” that is tailored to the needs of the company, divided into meeting rooms, focus rooms and some individual offices. The underground car park provides  88 parking spaces, and a further 12 outdoor parking spaces are being created in front of the technology center.

“In the course of its 225-year company history, Rieter has helped shape the city of Winterthur. The foundation for the future as a leading technology company is now being created with the new CAMPUS. In this way, Rieter is giving a clear indication of its commitment to the Winterthur site and to Switzerland as a business location”, commented Bernhard Jucker, chairman of the board of directors of Rieter Holding AG.

Innovation is an important part of Rieter’s strategy and crucial for the company’s success. For this reason, Rieter invests more than 50 million Swiss francs annually in research and development. Thanks to this commitment, Rieter is making a decisive contribution to the further development of systems for sustainable yarn production and their digitization. The Rieter CAMPUS will provide an attractive working environment that promotes creativity and innovation.

The new CAMPUS is a showcase project in terms of economic feasibility, energy efficiency and sustainability. Rieter relies on renewable energy for construction. This includes heat generation via geothermal probes and a photovoltaic system on around 1,300 square meters of roof area. “In this way, the entrepreneurial focus on sustainable and energy-efficient solutions for yarn production is reflected in the overall concept of the CAMPUS,” emphasized Rieter CEO Norbert Klapper.

The move into the new building is planned for 2024.

Posted September 9, 2021

Source: Rieter Holding AG

Xaar’s Ultra High Viscosity Technology ‘Frees Creativity’ For Label And Packaging Print

September 9, 2021

CAMBRIDGE, England — September 9, 2021 — Xaar, the inkjet printing technology group, reports the advanced capabilities of its Ultra High Viscosity technology demonstrates the significant difference that inkjet printing can make to labels and packaging.

Part of Xaar’s ImagineX platform, Ultra High Viscosity technology ensures Xaar’s printheads deliver high impact, productive and efficient results for volume digital label and packaging printing applications.

By enabling an extended high colour gamut and fluids with larger particles and more pigment, colours are more vibrant and whites and blacks stronger — this unbeatable capability to print high opacity, especially whites, in a single pass is extremely useful for delivering impact on many labels and direct-to-shape packaging printing applications.

In addition, fluids, and inks with viscosities of up to 100 centipoises (cP) can be jetted in a single pass, further opening up opportunities for label and packaging printers to deliver new and exciting finishes for clients across a wider variety of packaging materials, with a high degree of efficiency and productivity.

Energy is also saved because UV fluids, which previously required heating to 45 degrees before jetting, can now be laid down at room temperature. Overall, less fluid is required as well, making the process even more sustainable.

Further, high-build varnish embellishments can be achieved more easily, to add texture, visual impact, and functionality (such as ink that resists cracking on flexible surfaces) to labels and packaging. From braille and tactile warning triangles on labels, to the latest haptic effects for a high-end look and real shelf presence for rigid and flexible packaging, with Xaar’s Ultra High Viscosity technology results can be achieved that have traditionally only been possible by using screen printing.

Graham Tweedale, general manager of Xaar’s printhead business unit, said; “We are already seeing how Ultra High Viscosity technology is opening up new possibilities for Xaar in a number of applications, particularly label and packaging.

“Whereas previously inkjet printheads have typically been only able to jet fluids of around 8 to 12 cP, our technologies enable printers to jet much higher viscosities, achieving a wider colour gamut and unparalleled opacity, and can be used to print an extensive range of special effects.

“In addition, after many years of requests from clients to be able to print higher molecular weight photopolymers to increase resistance and flexibility for printed materials, our Ultra High Viscosity technology has realised this capability, truly unleashing the power of inkjet.”

Ultra High Viscosity technology is available across many of Xaar’s printheads including the Xaar Nitrox, the 50x series, and Xaar 2002.

Posted September 9, 2021

Source: Xaar

The National Retail Federation (NRF): Retail Imports Remain Strong But Growth Slows As COVID-19 Disruptions Continue

September 9, 2021

WASHINGTON — September 9, 2021 — Double-digit growth in imports at the nation’s largest retail container ports is slipping to single digits as pandemic-related supply chain disruptions around the world continue, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

“Year-over-year growth isn’t as dramatic as it was earlier because we’re now comparing against months when most stores closed by the pandemic last year had reopened and retailers were stocking up again,” said NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold. “We expected that. But we’re seeing issues ranging from port closures in Asia to ships lined up waiting to dock at U.S. ports. That’s creating continuing challenges as retailers work to supply enough inventory to meet demand. The administration’s recent appointment of a supply chain task force and a port envoy are major steps forward, and we look forward to working with officials to find solutions.”

“Supply chain logistics management is facing acute problems as disruptions make it difficult for both importers and exporters to transact their business,” Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said. “We are facing shortages in all sectors of the chain: a lack of sufficient shipping capacity, which leads to increases in the cost of shipment; lack of warehousing; lack of truck and rail capacity, and a shortage of labor across the board.”

U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.19 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units in July, the latest month for which final numbers are available. That was up 2 percent from June and up 14.2 percent from a year earlier. A TEU is one 20-foot container or its equivalent.

Ports have not reported August numbers yet, but Global Port Tracker projected the month at 2.27 million TEU, which would be up 7.8 percent year-over-year.

That would be the busiest August on record. But it would fall short of the 2.37 million TEU forecast for August a month ago, which would have broken May’s record of 2.33 million TEU for the largest number of containers imported during a single month since NRF began tracking imports in 2002. With two dozen ships waiting as long as a week or more at anchor to unload at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach recently, some cargo anticipated in August may have been delayed into September. And with some sailings from Asia delayed by COVD-19 disruptions there, some cargo could arrive later in the fall than previously expected.

August is the beginning of the “peak season” when retailers stock up on holiday merchandise each year, and many retailers were trying to move up shipments this year to ensure that sufficient inventory will be available during the holidays.

September is forecast at 2.21 million TEU, which would be up 5.1 percent year-over-year; October at 2.19 million TEU, down 1.3 percent for the first year-over-year decline since July 2020; November at 2.13 million TEU, up 1.4 percent, and December at 2.07 million TEU, down 1.8 percent. January 2022 is forecast at 2.15 million TEU, up 4.5 percent from January 2021.

The first half of 2021 totaled 12.8 million TEU, up 35.6 percent from the same period last year. For the full year, 2021 is on track to total 25.9 million TEU, up 17.6 percent over 2020 and a new annual record topping last year’s 22 million TEU. Cargo imports during 2020 were up 1.9 percent over 2019 despite the pandemic.

Posted September 9, 2021

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Techtextil North America Exceeds Expectations, Reunites the Industry

September 9, 2021

ATLANTA — September 9, 2021 — The 2021 edition of Techtextil North America took place last month, August 23-25 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. After nearly a year and a half of virtual business dealings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the US textile industry gathered together in-person for this highly anticipated reunion.

Despite several obstacles including the re-emergence of COVID-19 via the Delta variant and Tropical Storm Henri that battered the Northeast in the days leading up to the show, Techtextil North America 2021 saw strong attendance, with many exhibitors noting the high quality of visitors throughout the three days. Decision makers from all of the major industries that touch technical textiles and nonwovens attended the event to conduct business, reunite with industry pals, and discover the latest technological developments and trends shaping the industry as we approach a post-pandemic world.

This year, visitors included top industry executives, buyers, engineers, technical directors, plant managers, product development managers, and more from the world’s leading brands including Gildan, Honeywell, Lear Corp., Patagonia, Procter and Gamble, Milliken and Company, Courtland Biomedical and Bluewater Defense Inc., among other brands and companies.

Educational Features

Techtextil North America Symposium

Symposium ticketholders attended sessions covering hot topics on new levels of innovation, disruptions brought on by COVID-19, and how the global textile industry continues to thrive and find new solutions. Many sessions nearly sold out during the last weeks of pre-registration; sessions including “Sustainability, Traceability and Supply-Chain Disruptions”, “Digital Transformation Strategy and “Manufacturing, Managing and Regulating PPE- Now and into the Future” proved to be in high demand.

Student Research Poster Program

The Poster Program returned to Techtextil North America again in 2021. Participants included undergraduate research students and those pursuing their Master’s or Ph.D. from the top textile engineering programs in the Southeast region. Participants had the opportunity to share their research findings with peers and potential employers on the show floor each day, and a handful were given the opportunity to present their research at The Academy in front of a captive audience throughout the three days.

The Academy

A must-see show floor attraction area, The Academy combined the previously named Tech Talks and The Lab for three days of free show floor education. Featuring the latest scientific developments in technical textiles and nonwovens, the Academy features students from the Poster Program and speakers from companies like AATCC, American Truetzchler, The Hohenstein Institute, Manufacturing Solutions Center, and Microban. Sessions covering antiviral and antimicrobial textiles and textile treatments proved to be in high demand, and “Testing Water Resistance of PPE Fabrics” proved to be a hot topic as well.

Networking Opportunities

With happy hours held on the show floor on the afternoons of both day one and two, Techtextil North America was full of networking opportunities. The opening day reception was sponsored by Techtextil North America and SPESA, who hosted their Advancements in Manufacturing Conference in parallel with the event, drawing sewn products professionals from the region to the show floor. Day two’s happy hour was hosted by the show’s official Academic Partner, North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles, along with The North Carolina Textile Foundation. The events provided free drinks, light hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to network with other show-goers outside of the booth setting, and proved to be a great way for attendees to catch up with old industry peers prior to dispersing for evening plans.

The show’s return since the COVID-19 pandemic proved to have met or exceeded expectations for visitors and exhibitors alike, and many were more than happy to share their thoughts on the value of in-person events after such a long hiatus:

“It’s been great to be out and about again” stated Ernest Sumner of A.B. Carter. “We’ve been able to see and meet a lot of people that we hadn’t been able to catch up with or wouldn’t have known about had we not been here in Raleigh. We didn’t know who we needed to see until we saw them!”

“Shows are a pain in the neck, but so worth it,” said Steve Aranof of exhibitor Zund America Inc. “As someone who has participated on both sides as an exhibitor and an attendee, it’s hard to say which option is best. But we are such social characters. If I didn’t wander the show floor, I wouldn’t have met certain people to have conversations with and wouldn’t have learned what they know without engaging in that conversation.”

“It’s been a surprisingly good show and turnout,” said Lou Ott, Gentex. “It was good to be face-to-face with people for a change without having a Zoom screen between us. And also having the time to catch up with friends and acquaintances — where they are, how they’re doing and all those personal things that you don’t have the opportunity to do on a zoom call — was great.”

“It was great to be back in a live setting, talking face to face, seeing new developments as well as older, tested solutions,” said Keith Hoover, President of Black Swan Textiles and featured speaker in the Techtextil North America Symposium. “I saw firsthand several instances of unintended connections and serendipitous introductions between people — all of which led to unforeseen opportunities. There is no substitute for being there. Video conferences have their place, but, if that’s all we have, then there will be a downturn in innovation and ultimately, prosperity. Thanks to Techtextil North America for leading the way back to personal interaction and real networking. It’s time to get back to work.”

The Atlanta edition of Techtextil North America will take place May 17-19, 2022, once again co-located with Texprocess Americas, the leading sourcing event for sewn products manufacturing. You can count on another stellar event bringing together the best in technical textiles, nonwovens, and sewn products equipment and technology. Visit the shows’ websites to sign up for e-newsletter alerts and stay up-to-date with the latest developments.

Posted September 9, 2021

Source: Messe Frankfurt North America

Velcro Companies Appoints Gabriella Parisse CEO

September 8, 2021

MANCHESTER, N.H. — September 8, 2021 — Velcro Companies names Gabriella Parisse CEO. Leadership transition begins immediately with Parisse serving as president. She will assume her role as CEO on November 1, 2021.

Current CEO Jeff Malcolm will retire November 1 to enjoy more time with family and friends. He will remain a member of the company’s board of directors.

“Gabriella has a track record of success and brings extensive global experience across commercial, marketing and innovation in consumer goods and B2B,” Malcolm said. “She is the right person to lead Velcro Companies as we look to unlock the power of the VELCRO® Brand to drive innovation and growth around the globe.”

“Under Jeff’s leadership, we’ve strengthened our core business and positioned the company well to respond to customer and consumer needs with the best original fastening products and solutions,” Parisse said. “It is an honor to lead this wonderful company as we bring the iconic VELCRO® Brand to life through our differentiated portfolio, innovative product development and the ORIGINAL THINKING™ of our colleagues around the globe.”

Gabriella Parisse

Parisse has more than 30 years of international experience in consumer goods and B2B with a track-record in accelerating growth, brand building and innovation. Gabriella joined Velcro Companies in October 2018, most recently serving as Chief Growth Officer.

Parisse spent 26 years with Johnson & Johnson. She served in a variety of global senior leadership roles with increasing responsibility in marketing, innovation and business development, including president of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Italy and vice president, Skincare for Europe, Africa and Middle East. She also served on the executive committee of Tate & Lyle PLC as president of Innovation and Commercial Development.

She graduated with honors from La Sapienza University in Rome with a master’s degree in Statistics and Demographic Sciences. In 2009, she was awarded the Italian honor of “Cavaliere del Lavoro” (Order of Merit for Labour) by the President of the Italian Republic.

Parisse is the company’s first female CEO and one of many exceptional female senior leaders and professionals employed throughout the organization.

Additionally, Velcro Companies promoted three other employees to Executive Leadership Team (ELT) roles. Effective immediately:

Andrew Ellis becomes chief commercial officer – Americas. He brings a vast knowledge of our business and strong leadership credentials across B2B and Consumer to the role, including more than 20 years with Velcro Companies in a variety of global sales and marketing leadership roles across the organization.

Most recently, he’s successfully led the company’s Global Consumer organization and served as interim leader for its APAC Commercial organization. Past roles also include leading the company’s APAC Region while living in China and its Global Personal Care category. Prior to joining Velcro Companies, he worked in Pharmaceuticals Sales and Marketing.

Ellis earned an MBA from the University of New Hampshire Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada.

Roberto Travella becomes chief commercial officer – EMEA/APAC. He joined the company in October 2020 to lead its EMEA B2B Commercial organization and brings nearly 30 years of experience in business development, sales and marketing to the role.

Prior to joining Velcro Companies, Travella worked at 3M for more than 26 years, serving in a variety of business development, sales and marketing leadership roles. Most recently, he served as Regional Division leader for the 3M Separation and Purification Sciences Division. He also served as Western Europe Area Leader for the company’s Home Care Division, general manager for 3M Gulf, servicing customers in Africa and the Middle East, and general manager for 3M in South Africa.

Travella earned a bachelor’s degree in Economics from L. Bocconi University in Italy.

Chitra Ebenezer becomes chief marketing officer. She brings more than 25 years of marketing, brand building and communications leadership expertise to the role. She joined the company in September 2019 as vice president, Global Communications & Brand.

She has extensive experience working with global brands, including serving in numerous senior leadership roles over 11 years while at Kraft Foods Group. She also led the US Marketing team at Rana Meal Solutions and served as Global Communication Director at Tate & Lyle. She started her marketing career at Kimberly-Clark, working on the Huggies® brand.

Ebenezer earned an undergraduate degree from Duke University and an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

Ellis, Travella and Ebenezer serve on the ELT with Parisse and Doug McBurney, COO, and Ben Kaplan, General Counsel and Chief Talent Officer (CTO). Doug joined the company in 2020 and has more than 20 years of senior operations leadership experience with an emphasis on driving operational excellence for global premium textile brands. Ben joined in 2018 and has nearly 20 years of experience serving in senior leadership roles across a variety of global organizations.

Posted September 8, 2021

Source: Velcro Companies

Precision Textiles Launches New Website To Better Serve Its Customers

September 8, 2021

TOTOWA, N.J. — September 8, 2021 — Precision Textiles — a supplier of coated fabrics, nonwovens and laminations for the bedding, automotive and healthcare industries — has launched a new website unifying the manufacturer’s innovative products with its diverse manufacturing capabilities. The site provides its customers with expanded product details, a comprehensive view of its global manufacturing capabilities and a more robust user experience.

The revamped site, precisiontextiles-usa.com, positions the company as a knowledgeable solutions provider and a collaborative partner, backed by service, quality and extensive research and development — all of which are key pillars of the company’s corporate values, which are rooted in its deep relationships with its customers.

“Our new site showcases not only our products but also our capabilities, positioning us as a trusted partner that offers innovative products and services as well as experts in our field with the ability to engineer custom-made turnkey solutions,” said Scott Tesser, CEO of Precision Textiles. “For nearly 35 years, Precision Textiles has been a leading supplier of coated fabrics, nonwovens and laminates for a variety of industries, but our roots were initially established in the apparel category,” Tesser noted. “When apparel manufacturing moved predominantly to Asia, we followed our customer base and opened more than 20 offices and several manufacturing locations in the Pacific Rim. Working in the fast-paced world of fashion helped establish a company culture that still prevails today—one that prioritizes creative design and ongoing innovation.”

It is with that same strategic approach that Precision Textiles has been able to expand its product portfolio across many industries and categories.

“We want our partners to know that we are available 24/7 and can provide lab-tested solutions that can help them provide safer, more innovative products for their customers from our state-of-the art manufacturing facilities in New Jersey and North Carolina,” Tesser added. “The new website tells this story in a more compelling way — and really shows the breadth and scale of our capabilities and expertise that spans across the bedding, automotive and healthcare industries. Our goal is to deepen the connection between our expert team and our valued customers, and the redesigned site reinforces this initiative.”

The new site visually has a cleaner, more contemporary feel, and better reflects the company’s position as an innovative leader and global supplier of cutting-edge nonwoven and laminated solutions as well as fire-retardant technology for a variety of industries. It features new imagery and an easy-to-use navigation bar with detailed information including: company history, its sustainability efforts, biographies for key company executives, a summary of the company’s global footprint — including an overview of its network of manufacturing and warehousing locations that can service customers anywhere in the world — its broad manufacturing capabilities and details on its extensive product lines for the bedding, healthcare, automotive, institutions fabrics and niche markets.

Posted September 8, 2021

Source: Precision Textiles

James Heal: Fundamentals Of Water Repellency Testing

September 8, 2021

HALIFAX, England — September 8, 2021 — Water repellency is an important function of technical textiles which are intended to protect the user in wet and rainy conditions. Wet repellency testing, specifically the Bundesmann method, replicates the conditions of use and therefore provides an accurate indication of fabric performance. This method is used in the development of water repellent garments and accessories such as outdoor jackets, over trousers, walking boots, backpacks, tents and awnings.

This webinar will look at the different stages of water repellency testing, how to test in a way that is repeatable and accurate, and how to be more sustainable when using a Bundesmann. It will focus on ISO 9865, Determination of water repellency of fabrics by the Bundesmann rain-shower test standard.

Course Outline