Karl Mayer: New RASCHELTRONIC® Fabrics With Discrete Shaping Power To Sculpt Figures

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — September 14, 2021 — The restrictions on our freedom of movement due to the coronavirus pandemic has had far-reaching consequences — including physical ones. Trousers no longer do up, skirts no longer fit perfectly and T-shirts stretch over stomachs. Those still keen to cut a good figure of course have the option of hitting the gym, but shaping underwear can also help.

Chic warp knitted textiles can be produced for this purpose on the RASCHELTRONIC® in particular. KARL MAYER’s product developers used the latest model of high-performance jacquard raschel machine — the RSJ 4/1EL, 195ʺ, to create a new collection of on-trend items offering exceptional performance.

But the fashionable fabrics can also be produced on all other models of the RASCHELTRONIC series. They feature a high-impact all-over pattern with subtle sculptural motifs, are soft to the touch, comfortable to wear and offer a gentle shaping function thanks to their particular stress-strain behaviour. Reason for the ideal lingerie properties are well-thought-out lapping and material combinations. For production, a textured polyamide high filament yarn and elastane were processed — the latter in a relatively high proportion and by means of a 2 needle overlap instead of the usual one by one lap. This lends the fabric more strength and enhances the plastic effects of the pattern. What’s more, the elastane fixing in the textile structure is supported, thus improving the possibility to cut freely, and the fabric can easily be used without seams. Despite the two-needle-overlap, the fabrics are relatively lightweight: the surface weight is approximately 180 grams per square meter.

The new RASCHELTRONIC fabrics were presented to the public for the first time at ITMA ASIA + CITME in June 2021. At the launch, they attracted great interest and were the subject of numerous inquiries, some of which were highly targeted.

Posted September 15, 2021

Source: Karl Mayer

AATCC Announces 2022 “Wanderlust” Student Merchandising Competition

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — September 14, 2021 — AATCC invites students to showcase their merchandising and marketing talents to win cash and recognition by participating in the 2022 Concept 2 Consumer® Student Merchandising Competition.

This year’s theme asks students to merchandise a sustainable travel wear line that incorporates recycled materials, sustainable manufacturing, and antibacterial and/or odor-control properties.

Entries are due April 21, 2022. Competition guidelines are available on the AATCC website.

Students can enter the contest individually or work in teams.

Awards

Team entries will divide the prize among all members.

  • 1st place: US$1000 from AATCC
  • 2nd place: US$750 from AATCC
  • 3rd place: US$250 from AATCC

Entries will be judged based on content, creativity, completeness, thoroughness, and presentation of poster. Winners will be announced by May 31, 2022.

Posted September 15, 2021

Source: AATCC

REACH4Textiles: Better market surveillance for textile products

BRUSSELS — September 15, 2021 — The REACH4texiles project just kicked off. Funded by the European Commission, it aims at exploring solutions for fair and effective market surveillance on textile products.

Every year, about 28 billions of garments circulate across Europe, 80 percent of which are imported from outside the European Union and its jurisdiction.

Inevitably, such huge volumes pose enormous challenges for market surveillance authorities which are called to ensure that uncompliant dangerous products are kept away from the E.U. citizens.

The European Union has the world most comprehensive chemical legislation which is set to protect consumers, the environment and, theoretically, even the competitiveness* of the business.

Such EU chemical legislation evolves constantly, increasing scope and ambition. New restrictions impact authorities and sectors like the European textile value chain and generate new costs for all actors.

Evidence suggests that such advanced regulatory framework is not completed with an equally advanced or effective EU-wide control system capable of ensuring compliance, especially in the case of imported products.

The REACH4texiles project aims at exploring solutions for fair and effective market surveillance on textile products; it pools together the key actors to address three objectives:

  • Keep non-compliant products away from the single market;
  • Increase skills and knowledge; and
  • Support a Network addressing chemicals in textiles and applying the EU regulation.

The two-year-project will share best practices, identify efficient approaches against non-compliant products, offer training and support for a more effective surveillance and for level playing field.

The project welcomes collaboration with concerned authorities across the EU Member States.

A well-functioning EU market surveillance system is an essential prerequisite to protect citizen, the environment and competitiveness of responsible business. When it comes to textiles, the broad range of products, the large set of REACH subjected chemicals used in textiles as well as industrial strategies like fast fashion make this a challenging task.

Challenges may include lack of resources, difficulties in identifying higher risk products, cost and management of chemical tests, lack of test methods and knowledge of best practices. These challenges are yet likely to increase with the upcoming REACH restrictions and the growth of e-commerce.

Because of this, products that do not comply with REACH regulations encounter today little or no barriers to enter the market. This creates not only a health risk for Europeans but also undermines the competitivity of responsible businesses that take all necessary measures to comply with these regulations.

Addressing the challenges requires more knowledge at market surveillance and stronger collaboration between these authorities, the textile and clothing industry and testing laboratories. More knowledge about the identification of risk baring textile products and REACH chemicals likely to be used in these products, suitable test methods and strategies such as fast screening on REACH chemicals, trustworthiness of labels, etc can increase the effectiveness of market surveillance considerably.

This was the motivation for the REACH4Textiles initiative.

The REACH4Textiles first objective (keep non-compliant products away from the EU Market) will be pursued by increasing knowledge on market surveillance functioning by and working on a risk-based approach to identify products at higher risk.

The second objective supports a network to address the specificities of chemicals in textiles with market surveillance authorities and involving other relevant stakeholders. The third objective focuses on sharing knowledge with market surveillance actors on textile products and suitable test methodologies.

Supported by the European Commission DG Growth, the project team is coordinated by the Belgian test and research center Centexbel and include the European Textiles and Apparel industry confederation, EURATEX, the German national textile and fashion association Textile und Mode, T+m, the Italian association Tessile e Salute. Several other European industry associations and national authorities are welcomed to become involved through the project activities.

* the purpose of the EU REACH Regulation is to “ensure a high level of protection of human health and the environment, including the promotion of alternative methods for assessment of hazards of substances, as well as the free circulation of substances on the internal market while enhancing competitiveness and innovation”

Posted September 15, 2021

Source: EURATEX

Tailored Brands Appoints Scott Vifquain As Its Executive Vice President And Chief Technology Officer

FREMONT, Calif. — September 13, 2021 — Tailored Brands Inc. today announced Scott Vifquain as its executive vice president and chief technology officer (CTO). Vifquain joins Tailored Brands with extensive technology and retail experience as well as a proven track record of transforming business operations and identifying and introducing first-in-class enterprise solutions that improve digital profitability, bolster operational outcomes and drive sustained growth. Scott’s extensive leadership experience also includes building, developing and retaining high-performing teams. He will serve on the Tailored Brands’ Executive Committee and have responsibility for accelerating the Company’s technology strategy.

“We are delighted to welcome Scott to the team during a time when we’re experiencing such strong momentum and promise for the future,” said Bob Hull, interim co-CEO of Tailored Brands. “As a distinguished retail technology expert, Scott understands the unique challenges and opportunities of the ever-evolving retail environment and has proven his ability to identify and action opportunities that lead to strong performance and results. Scott joins us with more than 25 years of technology experience across internal business and consulting roles, which has given him a unique perspective of the landscape. We are confident that he will be instrumental in advancing our technology capabilities and driving our business performance.”

Peter Sachse, interim co-CEO of Tailored Brands, added: “The retail experience Scott brings will provide a unique outlook as we pursue new ways to understand and meet consumers’ needs—fulfilling our promise to show up strong in all the moments that matter and further accelerating our success. We are extremely excited for this seasoned leader to join our team.”

Vifquain most recently served as the senior vice president, Technology of Kohl’s Inc., during which he played a pivotal role in a strategic transformation to accelerate the company’s digital culture and increase its return on technology. He also led the company’s e-commerce innovation through machine learning and a successful ERP implementation and introduced new customer-facing technology capabilities.

“I am thrilled to be joining this team at such an influential moment in the Company’s history,” Vifquain stated. “The investments Bob and Peter have already been making to enhance Tailored Brands’ technology are a great indication of their commitment to the Company’s growth and its promise, and I’m looking forward to diving right in to accelerate that progress.”

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: Tailored Brands Inc.

The LYCRA Co. Introduces LYCRA® ADAPTIV Fiber — Allowing Garments To Adjust To Each Person’s Needs, Movements, Lifestyle And Body Fluctuations

WILMINGTON, Del. — September 14, 2021 — The LYCRA Co. has introduced LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber. This fiber allows garments to have a better fit for various lifestyles, movements and different body types. The accompanying new brand identity — LYCRA ADAPTIV — was created to communicate these new and beneficial motion attributes.

Made from a revolutionary polymer, this patent-pending, adaptive fiber has a unique chemistry that allows it to adjust to a wearer’s functional needs in a hybrid manner. This means that when the wearer is at rest, the polymer adapts its compressive holding force to deliver the right fit, shape and control. And when the wearer is in motion, the polymer adapts its elasticity to deliver improved comfort in motion and a second-skin effect allowing the garment to stay in place better. Garments made with fabrics containing LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber are durable and are also easier to put on and take off.

“Consumers are seeking garments that offer greater versatility — from work to leisure to social, and also from season to season and year to year,” said Steve Stewart, chief brand and innovation officer at The LYCRA Co. “They want garments that can adapt to their individual needs and lifestyle as well as ones that can adapt to their unique body type, even when their body size or shape may change or fluctuate. LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber is the answer to satisfy all of these consumer needs.”

The LYCRA Co. has conducted internal studies to assess wear performance by comparing fabrics and garments containing LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber versus the same fabrics and garments containing only generic spandex. Results show several advantages in using LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber including comfort-in-motion and second skin performance accompanied by shape retention and greater freedom of movement with a comfortable hold. Size inclusivity is also a key benefit in that LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber promotes one-size-fits-more. The softer stretch within the wearing zone allows for a widened fit window that covers a broader range of body shapes within a given size. This makes the one-size-fits-more approach, and the potential reduction of SKUs, a practical possibility.

“Size inclusivity is not a buzzword — it is increasingly important to today’s consumers,” said Deana Stankowski, strategic marketing director for active, intimates, and swim at The LYCRA Co. “Every consumer’s body is unique and they want clothes they feel were designed for them — clothes that increase their personal comfort as well as their confidence level. Size alone is an inadequate indication of body type and body shape. Therefore, traditionally-sized garments may not fit every consumer within that size. That’s what makes LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber so revolutionary — it allows garments made with this fiber to adapt to many body shapes within a size range.”

The LYCRA Co. worked with DIP agency to develop a new LYCRA sub-brand identity that communicates the “adaptive” nature of this new fiber. The global agency FCB was selected to develop the campaign “LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber Adapts to your world.” The campaign leverages computer-generated graphics to promote the adaptive nature of this groundbreaking spandex fiber innovation.

In addition, two upcoming trade events will support the launch of LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber. LYCRA ADAPTIV fiber will be launched in the Asia-Pacific region at The LYCRA Company’s pavilion at Intertextile Shanghai — booth 1.1 – E51 located in Hall 1.1 — taking place October 9-11 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. For a virtual booth tour and daily show highlights, visit https://www.lycra.com/en/2021Intertextile. And, LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber will also be launched in North America to the denim industry via exclusive, invite-only virtual meetings being held on September 21-22.

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: The LYCRA Company

Ascend Presenting Trinohex™ Ultra And Specialty Nylons At Battery Show North America

HOUSTON — September 14, 2021 — Ascend Performance Materials is showcasing its battery and e-mobility solutions at the Battery Show North America. With its e-range solutions, Ascend has a full portfolio of engineered plastics for battery protection and power transmission, a high-performance Trinohex™ Ultra electrolyte additive, and technical support capabilities.

The company’s Trinohex Ultra, a unique high-purity nitrile Li-ion battery additive, has shown improved battery performance and life, even in harsh temperatures and across different cathode and electrolyte chemistries. Adding Trinohex Ultra to existing battery formulations reduces harmful gas generation during formation and in use.

“We have seen incredible improvements in battery life, performance and reliability in our longterm cycling tests,” said David McNeece, Ascend’s business manager for battery chemistry. “Our additive works well with high-nickel cathodes, reducing production costs without sacrificing performance. That, coupled with improved battery reliability and capacity retention, can dramatically reduce battery system and warranty costs.”

Ascend recently won U.S. and Chinese patent disputes against Samsung SDI, making the technology more widely available in key markets.

Ascend’s Vydyne®, Starflam® and HiDura™ nylons are used extensively in electric vehicle batteries, powertrains and components to ensure safety, reliability and comfort.

“We have a strong portfolio specifically designed to protect and improve lithium-ion battery systems,” said Ian van Duijvenboode, director of Ascend’s e-mobility team. “Our customers have come to rely on that portfolio and our knowledge of the materials to overcome challenges in production and operation.”

“We have steadily grown our portfolio, our production assets and our technical resources to better serve our customers, especially in the automotive and electrical and electronics industries,” said Isaac Khalil, senior vice president for polyamides at Ascend. “We are committed to strategic growth alongside our customers and it is clear that at the heart of much of that growth is the lithium-ion battery.”

Ascend is a fully integrated producer of high-performance polymers, fibers and specialty chemicals used in automotive, electrical and electronic, consumer and industrial products globally.

The company will be at booth 1517 at the Battery Show North America in Novi, Michigan, from September 14-16.

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: Ascend Performance Materials

Pertex® Introduces Pertex® Shield Revolve™

CLITHEROE, England — September 14, 2021 — With a commitment to minimize its environmental impact through responsible product and business practice whilst pushing the boundaries of performance fabrics and innovation, Pertex® is pleased to announce the introduction its latest development — Pertex® Shield Revolve™, a more sustainable and technical waterproof/breathable material.

Pertex Shield Revolve fabrics are mono-material laminates where each layer of the fabric is made from a single polymer, in this case, 100-percent recycled polyester. The mono-material composition makes Pertex Shield Revolve fabrics much easier to be recycled at the end of a garment’s life, thereby minimizing the waste of resources and reducing the overall environmental impact of the fabric.

“Conventional waterproof breathable fabrics are constructed from multiple different polymer layers, such as nylon, polyurethane, polyester, and fluoropolymers, which are laminated into a multi-material fabric,” said Steve Laycock, Pertex Brand director. “These fabrics are very difficult to recycle at the end of the product’s life due to the major challenges of separating out the different polymers into their relevant waste streams.”

Pertex Shield Revolve fabrics are also completely free from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including the DWR and the membrane.

Rab introduced Pertex Shield Revolve in their Downpour Eco Jacket for SS21 and for AW21 they have adopted a new 3-layer version for the Rab Arc Eco Jacket.

“At Rab, we are proud to have worked with Pertex since our early days,” said Jim Evans, marketing director, Rab. “Together, we’ve pioneered high-performance outdoor clothing and equipment that delivers ultimate protection. Now as we are a certified Climate Neutral Company, aiming to be carbon Net Zero by 2030, everything in our design process considers our impact on the planet, without sacrificing on product performance. It’s great that Pertex shares that vision. Together we have succeeded in designing the Downpour Eco Jacket and the Arc Eco Jacket, using 100-percent recycled Pertex Shield Revolve fabric and thus reducing our impact while maintaining the performance you expect.”

Klättermusen will use a 2.5-layer Pertex Shield Revolve fabric in their new Brede 2.0 Jacket and Brage 2.0 Salopettes.

“We always strive to find developments and solutions that evolve us beyond tomorrow,” said Ida Holemen, global head of marketing, Klättermusen. “Circular thinking is crucial to this. Pertex Revolve series is using postconsumer recycled fibers from the face fabric to the membrane, and the protective backing to create this durable 3-layer material. So, not only recycled but also totally recyclable again. Circularity.”

For AW21, Martini Sportswear have adopted Shield Revolve in four new styles, including the Turbulence Jacket and Changeover Jacket.

“Every single one of our products enables athletes to achieve personal best performances,” said Ludwig Moz, marketing/PR, Martini Sportswear. “To ensure this, highly functional and reliable materials play a crucial role. When choosing them, in addition to functionality and longevity, the impact on the environment is also of great importance to us. Thanks to the careful use of resources during the production process, the high proportion of recyclable content and the associated low disposal costs, Pertex Shield Revolve is the right material to equip our customers with our products for their sport in the fresh air with a good conscience.”

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: Pertex®

Morbern Introduces Sandpiper And Voyager: Economical Vinyl Performance For The Great Outdoors

HIGH POINT, N.C. — September 14, 2021 — Among the silver linings to 2020 was consumers increased interest in being outdoors. Since last spring, fresh air pursuits have become the respite of choice for city dwellers and rural folks alike.

As a result, U.S. boat sales skyrocketed in 2020. When plane travel halted and vacations were cancelled, a lot of the money earmarked for travel was redirected to boats and other fun, and safely distanced pastimes.

To cater to the demand in boat manufacturing, Morbern introduces Voyager and Sandpiper, vinyls for upholstery in the marine, marine aftermarket and contract markets. Both vinyls deliver high performance at a value price point, less than $10 a yard.

“It’s fascinating to witness how consumer behavior shapes the marketplace,” said Morbern Executive Vice President of Sales John Weaver. “It’s a constant driver of new product development at Morbern.”

Like Morbern’s existing marine staples Bayside and Surf, both Voyager and Sandpiper employ Morbern’s Splash construction, a pink-stain resistant vinyl formulation, the gold standard in the marine industry. With UV protection, cold crack resistance and 4-way stretch, they are ideal materials for boat interiors and exteriors. While originally designed for the marine market, the range of neutral colors, excellent tailorability and significant wear resistance make them a great choice for contract interiors as well.

Sandpiper has a fine leather grain while Voyager features a delicate pebble grain. Both are mildew resistant fabrics are backed with 100 percent polyester and they pass the following flame resistance tests: CA TB 117-2013, UFAC Class I and IM0 MSC 88/26/ADD. 2 PART 8 (3.1 and 3.2).

By the numbers:

  • 12 colors each;
  • 54-inch width;
  • 40-yard rolls;
  • 100,000 double rubs, Wyzenbeek method;
  • -25° F Cold Crack rating; and
  • 1,000 Hours on the WeatherOmeter test.

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: Morbern

Print With Confidence With The New Xaar Irix Printhead

CAMBRIDGE, England — September 14, 2021 — Inkjet printing technology group Xaar has launched its latest printhead — the Xaar Irix — designed to ensure accurate, reliable and easy printing for coding and marking, product printing, functional fluids and 3D printing applications.

Building on the successful Xaar 128, the Xaar Irix is the latest printhead to come from the ImagineX platform, which sets the roadmap for Xaar’s bulk inkjet innovations and printhead developments.

The new Xaar Irix printhead provides highly accurate delivery of ink drops, with the combination of individually lasered nozzles and Xaar’s AcuDrp technology helping to calibrate each nozzle and provide excellent drop placement. Uniform drop velocity and volume are also delivered, giving improved image quality at longer print distances and helping provide benefits such as high code recognition for coding and marking applications.

Xaar’s AcuDrp technology also makes a wider operating window possible, offering increased reliability and uptime over a range of operating conditions, with enhanced factory calibration providing more consistent printing across different images and fluids. The simple and robust architecture of the Xaar Irix guarantees reliable printing.

Simple to use and easy to integrate, the Xaar Irix is lightweight and has a compact footprint, making it a popular choice for a wide variety of print engine configurations. In addition, its simple fluid and electrical connections make for easy integration, fast start up and straightforward maintenance.

Designed as a non-disposable technology with a long life for minimal environmental impact, no cartridge replacement is necessary, helping minimize waste and improve the sustainability credentials for Xaar Irix users.

Graham Tweedale, general manager of Xaar’s printhead business unit, said: “We are delighted to be launching the Xaar Irix as the next printhead from our ImagineX platform.

“Designed with the user in mind, the Xaar Irix ensures accurate, reliable and easy print for coding and marking, wide format graphics and additive manufacturing applications and provides efficient, effective and impressive results, time after time.”

Posted September 14, 2021

Source: Xaar

FloorTek Expo 2021 Opens Doors

DALTON, Ga. — September 14, 2021 — FloorTek Expo 2021 opened its doors to the floorcovering industry today. Running September 14-15, 2021, at the Dalton Convention Center in Dalton, Ga., the distinctive industry event responds to the uniqueness of Dalton’s identity as the “Carpet Capital of the World.” The close proximity of many of the most significant floorcovering manufacturers and the event’s aggregation of key suppliers makes for a very efficient expo opportunity.

FloorTek Expo is organized by the American Floorcovering Alliance (AFA), Dalton, Ga.

AFA Executive Director Stephanie Manis

Stephanie Manis, executive director, AFA, noted the organization was ready to resume networking opportunities for exhibitors and attendees given the nonexistence of trade shows in 2020. “The FloorTek Expo format is an ideal opportunity for every flooring professional from every level to explore avenues for growing their business,” Manis said.

“We feel people are ready to get back together as an industry,” Manis added. “FloorTek is here to help you reconnect.”

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