INDA Launches Updated Nonwoven Material Sampler & Guide With 124 Materials To Feel

CARY, N.C. — May 24, 2021 — Professionals in nonwovens and engineered materials will now have the latest nonwoven material options at their fingertips with the launch of INDA’s Nonwoven Material Sampler & Guide, a unique educational and technical resource with 124 material samples to touch and compare.

Updated, in its sixth edition, this valuable educational tool presents the latest innovations, processes, and types of materials now available to professionals involved in developing, specifying, designing,  purchasing and processing nonwovens.

The guide can be purchased from INDA here  https://imisw.inda.org/store/detail.aspx?id=MATERIAL21 .

The 178-page publication contains more than double the material swatches from the prior Sampler as well as educational content on the nonwoven processes and 38 illustrations.

“We are pleased to release the newest and more comprehensive edition of the Nonwoven Material Sampler & Guide that serves as a valuable visual and tactile tool for discussions and comparisons of nonwoven materials,” said Dave Rousse, INDA president. “Using this educational resource will help project teams evaluate material solutions for their needs, make more informed decisions, and bring new products to market faster and more efficiently.”

Guide Details

The insightful guide details nonwoven processes and definitions, typical end-uses, and processing steps and benefits, making it ideal for both industry newcomers and more experienced professionals in product development, engineering, design, sales and marketing.

It also provides an overview of the markets, products, processes, web formation, bonding technologies, weights/grams per square meter (gsm), raw materials, and bonding methods in an easy-to-digest overview format.

Project teams using the Sampler & Guide can easily examine the different web formations, bonding techniques, fibers/resins used, and basis weights, to understand the differences between each of these unique materials. The samples included in the book are representative of the nonwoven industry processes in a wide range of weights/gsms from 4 gsm to 1700 gsm.

This critical tool covers the following five areas:

  • Nonwovens – Markets and products, process, web formation overview, and bonding methods overview
  • Staple Fiber – Drylaid (needlepunch, stitchbond, hydroentanglement, thermal bond, chemical bond) wetlaid, and airlaid short fiber
  • Resin – Spunlaid (spunbond, meltblown, spunmelt, and other spunlaid processes)
  • Other materials – nonwoven composites and industry supporting materials
  • Appendices – list of contributors, table of materials, nonwoven definitions, and end-use classifications

More than 40 leading manufacturers collaborated with INDA in providing samples. INDA is grateful to the following companies for their participation: 3M; Ahlstrom-Munksjö; Americo Manufacturing; ANCI, Inc.; Avgol Nonwovens; Berry Global; Cerex Advanced Fabrics; Devan; DuPont; Fiber Dynamics (Fitesa); Fibertex Nonwovens; Fi-Tech; Fitesa; Foss Performance Materials, a division of AstenJohnson Nonwovens; Freudenberg Performance Materials; Georgia-Pacific; Glatfelter; Graver Technologies; HDK Industries; Hollingsworth & Vose; ITW Pro Brands; Jacob Holm; Kappler; Kimberly-Clark; Low & Bonar, a Freudenberg Performance Materials Company; McAirlaid’s; MeltBlown Technologies; Milliken Nonwovens; Norafin Americas; PFNonwovens; Propex Global; Sandler Nonwoven Corporation; Shalag Nonwovens; Shaw Nonwovens; Southern Felt Company, Lydall Industrial Filtration, a division of Lydall; Suominen; SWM International; Technical Fibre Products; TENOWO; Tietex International; and U.S. Cotton.

Posted May 24, 2021

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2020 Exhibitor Preview: Italian Textile Machinery

MILAN — May 21, 2021 — 66 Italian textile machinery manufacturers will participate in the upcoming ITMA ASIA + CITME 2020, which will take place in Shanghai at the National Exhibition and Convention Center from June 12 to 16, 2021. Of these, 21 manufacturers will be presenting their technology offerings within National Sector Groups organized by ACIMIT, the Italian Association of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, and the Italian Trade Agency. With an occupied area of about 3,200 square meters, Italy is among the main exhibiting Countries attending the event, as it has been the case in the previous editions. ITMA ASIA + CITME is, then, a first step towards normality for many companies in the sector, after more than a year in which even the exhibition activity has stopped.

Asia represents the main destination for Italian textile machinery manufacturers. In 2020 38% of Italian textile machines exports went to Asia. Moreover, China is an absolutely important market for Italian companies: the first in Asia and the second worldwide behind only Turkey. In 2020 Italian machinery exports to China accounted for 14% of Italian exports in the sector (over 190 million euros). The main destinations in the area also include Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.

“The outlook for the Asian market remains positive, despite the fact that demand for machinery slowed considerably during 2020 due to the pandemic, says ACIMIT President Alessandro Zucchi. China, before many other Countries, has resumed its path of economic growth. In the textile sector, investments have never stopped. On the Chinese market, therefore, there is no lack of opportunities and I believe that ITMA ASIA + CITME will confirm expectations of a recovery in demand”.

Unfortunately, the health emergency still causes limitations for the full mobility abroad of the companies’ staff, both commercial and technical, and not only the Italian ones, thus preventing a greater participation in this edition of ITMA ASIA + CITME. Zucchi concludes: “Waiting for a return to a situation of normality with a more numerous collective attendance at the trade fairs, I am convinced that the Italian manufacturers exhibiting in Shanghai will be able to testify to the high level of innovation achieved by the Made in Italy offer, proposing some technological innovations, especially in terms of sustainability and digitalization of the textile production process”.

Mr. Massimiliano Tremiterra, Trade Commissioner of Italian Trade Agency Shanghai Office, commented that Italian cutting-edge technology can contribute greatly in terms of innovation and development of the flourishing Chinese textile industry. In Eastern China, there are the top three Provinces for textile and garment industry: Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and Fujian, that along with the Provinces Guangdong and Shandong reach around 80% of the industry’s production capability. Italy remains one of the leading suppliers of textile machinery in China: for cleaning, dyeing and finishing machines, knitting, stitch-bond, lace and auxiliary machinery. With its high-tech and eco-friendly manufacturers, Italy is one of the most important players in the textile machinery industry. The Italian textile machinery industry focus on sustainability and innovation, in line with the keystones of the Chinese 14th five-years plan and the Made in China 2025 plan. This is also the reason why China has become an even more important market for Italian exports. It is the right time for the two countries to start a new round of trade and speed up the joint construction of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.

Posted May 23, 2021

Source: ACIMIT

Baldwin Showcases Innovations For Corrugated Flexo Printers At ConneXion

ST. LOUIS — May 20, 2021 — Baldwin Technology Co. Inc. will showcase its key innovative technologies for optimized corrugated high-graphics package printing at the ConneXion virtual expo, taking place from June 1-8. In Baldwin’s virtual exhibit, visitors will experience fully automated flexo plate-cleaning systems, an energy-efficient IR (infrared) drying solution and LED-UV curing systems, all of which increase print quality and productivity, with operator safety and sustainability in mind.

The FlexoCleanerBrush™ is Baldwin’s flagship solution to enhance print quality and improve worker safety in corrugated printing. It automatically removes dust and contamination from the plate in seconds during production, without stopping the press, and it produces virtually no waste. It also performs full end-of-job plate cleaning and drying in fewer than four minutes, enabling increased uptime and sustainability. Because the FlexoCleanerBrush is fully automatic and spans the entire width of the plate cylinder, it improves safety by eliminating routine operator contact with the machine, and reduces the risk of operator contact with wash agents and cylinder nip injuries.

The FlexoCleanPick™ system is an industry-leading innovation designed to automatically remove hickeys — typically caused by paper fibers, dust and ink contamination, and other causes of printing defects — from the plate during the print run without stopping the press or requiring operator skin contact with wash agents. The system lightly touches the plate with a dry microfiber cloth to remove the hickey-causing particles, enhancing print quality and productivity without any waste.

The FlexoDry2™ is a fully integrated IR drying system, specifically developed for corrugated flexo printing presses, that reduces energy consumption by up to 30 percent over standard IR dryers via the use of patented Diamond IR™ lamps. The system delivers dramatically improved drying results through a unique optical design that produces higher intensity for enhanced color definition, reducing or eliminating marking altogether, allowing for high-speed and full-confidence printing.

A new generation of LED-UV technology — designed by AMS Spectral UV, a Baldwin Technology company, for wide-format flexo corrugated box printing — represents the latest in solid-state LED curing innovations and offers more than a 50 percent reduction in power consumption, compared to traditional UV systems, in an ultra-compact lamphead that fits at the end of the press or between printing units. Flexo inks, coatings and varnishes specifically formulated to cure when exposed to LED-UV light can provide a high-value decorative solution for brand owners, offering offset-like quality and vibrant color, as well as full-gloss, spot and matte coating effects on a wide range of corrugated stocks, with the added ability to enhance lower-cost papers. In addition, the LED-UV system can increase the throughput of the machine over water-based aqueous coatings that may require slower press speeds to dry conventionally. Baldwin’s LED-UV technology is lightweight and designed for the demanding requirements of corrugated printing with instant on/off, minimal heat, zero ozone and zone-width switching to further reduce energy consumption.

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: Baldwin Technology Co. Inc.

Continuous Composites Receives $750,000 Phase II SBIR Contract From The Department Of Defense

Single component, organically integrated wing spar and rib configuration

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — May 20, 2021 — Accelerating change while increasing complexity, unpredictability, and mass, a primary objective of the United States Air Force Science and Technology Strategy, is hampered by aerospace composite manufacturing techniques which require significant manufacturing time by a skilled workforce. Continuous Composites’ CF3D® technology is an automated manufacturing solution that significantly reduces cost, weight, and lead-time while opening new capabilities for complex structural solutions. Its unique capabilities to introduce low-cost, topology optimized structures directly align with Low-Cost Attritable Aircraft Technology/Platform (LCAAT/P) initiatives.

The primary technical objectives of this contract are to fabricate an organically integrated wing spar and rib configuration into a single component, resulting in a completely unitized wing frame. The design for the topology optimized wing structure will be generated using a disruptive AI software solution, Generative Design, in collaboration with the Advanced Structural Concepts division in the Aerospace Systems Directorate of AFRL. Design inputs include CF3D’s print capabilities combined with the mechanical properties of high-performance thermoset resins and continuous carbon fiber. The CF3D printed, unitized frame will be assembled with composite wing skins resulting in a full-scale wing structure for an unmanned aircraft. A static wing test will be performed by AFRL to evaluate performance and Continuous Composites will document process data that will be compared to more traditional fabrication and assembly processes.

The $750,000 Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract will leverage CF3D as an automated commercial process providing a responsive solution to unpredictable manufacturing surge requirements within the DoD. This demonstration will showcase the emerging capabilities of CF3D by reimagining aerostructures while using a low-cost, fully automated manufacturing technology to print a monolithic composite component. This application demonstrates CF3D with its advanced material solutions developed in collaboration with their materials partner Arkema.

“A Direct to Phase II program provides us the opportunity to collaborate with this innovative team and their disruptive manufacturing technology to further develop CF3D’s capabilities for mission readiness,” said Craig Neslen, AFRL/RXMS LCAAT Manufacturing Lead. “We are committed to evaluating and maturing Continuous Composites’ technology for advanced aerostructures which will enable us to meet the challenging manufacturing demands of the DoD.”

“We are honored to receive this Phase II SBIR Contract directly through the Department of Defense,” says Tyler Alvarado, CEO of Continuous Composites. “The AFRL is a long-standing customer who recognized early the disruptive capabilities of CF3D. Through this contract and others, we are committed to transforming DoD Operational Capabilities.”

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: Continuous Composites

YUMS Announces Brand Relaunch With Fashion-Forward Streetwear Collection

DALLAS — May 20, 2021 — YUMS — a fashion-forward footwear and accessories brand known for bold colors, fabrics and patterns that are designed to inspire self-expression and creativity — is relaunching it signature Sweet Series sneaker collection. Sensing the world could use a dose of joy, YUMS believes it’s now time to reinvigorate that sensational happiness. YUMS’ highly anticipated reemergence satisfies its hungry fan base with its signature flavor-inspired sneakers with matching headwear.

YUMS, an acronym for “You Understand My Style,” was originally founded in 2007 legendary street artist, Tex Moton. As the designer and Chief Creative Officer of YUMS, Tex reimagined how the brand thought about collections, designs and product development by including unexpected details, like graffiti art on the soles of the shoes that can be seen through translucent bottoms. He drew inspiration from his favorite foods and snacks to conceptualize YUMS’ signature style, and his use of lively colors, rich fabrics, and clean design lines changed the way people connect with sneakers.

The brand found immediate traction with streetwear enthusiasts, celebrities, boutiques, and major retailers across the country who flocked to Tex’s original artwork. Originally introduced in 2007, YUMS shoes quickly rose in cultural popularity. Behemoth NIKE took notice, filed suit against the smaller YUMS in 2009, and sparked a multi-year legal battle that resembled a modern-day David vs Goliath battle. As a result of the case’s outcome, YUMS is re-launching its signature Sweet Series sneakers, made possible by the Supreme Court’s decision in Already, LLC d/b/a YUMS v. NIKE Inc., 568 U.S. 85 (2013), and Nike’s first-ever covenant not to sue, which NIKE Inc. issued to YUMS, and the Supreme Court applied.

“This moment has been a long time coming, and we couldn’t be more excited,” Tex said. “During a pivotal moment in society where nostalgia provides a sense of relief, YUMS is a true testament to what is possible for small businesses and creators. Our flavorful designs are made to inspire all who wear them, and are the secret ingredients to the streetwear industry’s recipe for success.”

YUMS’ newest streetwear collection includes four limited-edition flavor-inspired sneaker designs featuring Tex’s legendary original artwork along with matching headwear. Drawing inspiration from the fashion industry’s most-loved trends along with a few special ingredients, each sneaker design features a high-quality leather upper, rubber sole, signature transparent sole art inlay, and includes an extra pair of contrast color laces. Following YUMS’ dedication to self-expression and inclusivity, the colorful collection is available in unisex shoe sizes ranging from 5 to 13 with price points ranging from $100-$125. Each style is part of a limited-edition drop with more recipes to come soon out of the oven.

  • Sugar (priced at $100): As you can see with these classic sneakers, sugar is the main ingredient for all things sweet! This everyday silhouette is pure and white as the driven snow to offer a simple yet stylish look.
  • Cupcake (priced at $100): Probably the most iconic snack cake YUMS has ever made, the Cupcake design has been a classic staple since 2007. Featuring a striking black colorway, this fan favorite is now back on the shelves and ready to take you and your feet on your next big adventure.
  • Rainbow Sherbet (priced at $125): The Rainbow Sherbet design is an explosion of flavors and colors combined with the smoothness of sherbet. Featuring a blend of colorful patterns, these kicks are ready to take your style and flavor pallet to the next level.
  • Mixed Berry Tart (priced at $125): A very berry medley of textures, colors and flavors make up the filling for this tasty pastry treat. Featuring a bright splash of reds, pinks and blues, The Mixed Berry Tart sneakers are just as sweet as they sound.

YUMS’ four new sneaker designs and matching hats are available for purchase now via its ecommerce website.

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: YUMS

JEC Composites Connect: Exclusive And Innovative Content Not To Be Missed

PARIS — May 19, 2021 — On June 1-2, 2021, JEC Composites Connect, the first round-the-clock digital event of the composites industry, will host significant industry players, enabling participants to discover their latest innovations. More than 1,000 companies from all the composites value chain spanning 46 countries will participate, network, and present their latest products on their digital booths.

Many exhibitors have already submitted their press releases, exclusively available for the press, at JEC Composites Connect website: www.jeccomposites-connect.events/exhibitors-press-releases/. In addition, most of them will reveal their most recent launches during the event.

Composites industry innovation will also be celebrated at the JEC Composites Awards ceremony on Wednesday, June 2 at 2:30 pm CEST. During this ceremony, the winner of the JEC Startup Booster, and the JEC Composites Challenge will also be revealed.

The list of twenty-one finalist companies of the JEC Composites Innovation Awards (broken down into seven categories: Aerospace; Automotive & road transportation — exterior; Automotive & road transportation — structural; Building, Construction & Infrastructure; Design, Equipment & Machinery and Sustainability) is available here.

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: JEC Group

IDEA®  The Triennial Event For Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics Spotlights Post-Pandemic Global Trends And Market Intelligence For 2022 Conference Program

CARY, N.C. — May 20, 2021 — INDA, the Association for the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, highlights global and regional insights from industry thought leaders on the future of nonwoven and engineered materials supply, production capacity and demand at the triennial IDEA® conference program March 28-31, 2022, in Miami Beach, Fla.

The conference program will address the pandemic impacts on the global nonwoven supply chain and recovery for China, South America, Asia, North America, and Europe from a diverse group of presenters from Fitesa, INDA, EDANA, China Nonwovens and Industrial Textiles Association (CNITA), and Asia Nonwoven Fabrics Association (ANFA).

IDEA22 is the World’s Preeminent Event for Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics and expected to attract more than 6,500 senior-level delegates and more than 500 exhibitors from myriad industry sectors, including absorbent hygiene, wipes, filtration, medical/surgical products including personal protective equipment, home & office furnishings, transportation, geosynthetics and building construction sectors from over 60 countries.

The 2022 event marks the 21st anniversary of IDEA, with the show originating in 1971. Exhibition and registration details are available here.

Other Highlights

IDEA® Achievement Awards will honor brilliant innovations in the nonwovens and engineered materials industry across six categories on March 29, 2022. INDA in partnership with Nonwovens Industry magazine will jointly present the awards with emcee hosts Dave Rousse, president of INDA, and Rod Zilenziger, president/owner of Rodman Media Corp.

The IDEA®22 Achievement Awards categories include:

  • IDEA® Sustainability Advancement Award;
  • IDEA® Equipment Achievement Award — Best New Equipment Introduction;
  • IDEA® Roll Goods Achievement Award — Best new roll goods introduction;
  • IDEA® Raw Material Achievement Award — Best new fiber/raw material introduction;
  • IDEA® Short-Live Product Achievement Award — Best new disposable product using engineered fabrics; and
  • IDEA® Long-Life Product Achievement Award — Best new durable product using engineered fabrics.

Visit  https://www.inda.org/awards/IDEA-Achievement-Award.html for full details.

IDEA will also offer a series of short course training opportunities called “Nonwoven Essentials,” led by industry experts. Courses include: The basics of nonwovens, industrial wipes, consumer wipes, absorbent hygiene cores, and patent searching. 
Each course provides a detailed overview designed to give newcomers basic skills or to enhance their knowledge about patents for new business strategies, for details visit: https://www.ideashow.org/training.html

As part of the registration fee, conference and short course participants also receive an exposition hall pass to connect with exhibitors showcasing their latest innovations and technologies on the IDEA show floor.

For full details about the conference, short courses, or to register, visit www.ideashow.org

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

NRF: 21 Million U.S. Jobs Depend On Imports, New Study Shows 

WASHINGTON — May 20, 2021 — The National Retail Federation (NRF) today joined eight other business organizations to release “Imports Work for American Workers,” an economic impact study which found that imports support more than 21 million American jobs.

The study focuses on the net impact of imports on U.S. jobs — including statistics on sectors such as retail, apparel, transportation, manufacturing and consumer technology. The study also looks at how imports support jobs in states across the U.S. as well as trade policy initiatives pending before Congress and the administration with the potential to preserve or diminish import-related jobs.

“Imports are a vital component of the U.S. economy,” said Jonathan Gold, NRF Vice President of Supply Chain and Customs Policy. “Not only do they expand the product market and lower the overall price of goods for consumers, but they also help create and support millions of American jobs.”

Among the key findings:

  • Imports support more than 21 million American jobs across the country, including a net positive number in every U.S. state. The 10 states accounting for the largest number of import-related jobs are California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia.
  • Imports from key trading partners — including Canada, China, the European Union and Mexico — support a net positive number of U.S. jobs.
  • Import-related jobs are good jobs that pay competitive wages. Nearly 8 million of the jobs related to importing are held by minorities and 2.5 million jobs are held by workers represented by unions.
  • The vast majority (96 percent) of companies who import are small or medium-sized businesses.
  • U.S. trade policies, many now pending before Congress and the administration, have the potential to both support and hurt these jobs.

The American Apparel and Footwear Association, the American Chemistry Council, the Consumer Technology Association, the National Foreign Trade Council, the National Retail Federation, the Retail Industry Leaders Association, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the U.S. Fashion Industry Association and the U.S. Global Value Chain Coalition commissioned the study, which was prepared by Laura M. Baughman and Dr. Joseph F. Francois of Trade Partnership Worldwide, LLC.

The study is being released during “World Trade Week” as part of “World Trade Month” to highlight the essential role that imports play in the U.S. and global economy.

Posted May 20, 2021

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Confluent Medical Invests in Electrospinning

The Electrospinning Co. has developed a fully automated process for attaching biomedical textiles to heart valve frames

Confluent Medical Technologies Inc., Scottsdale, Ariz., has made a strategic investment in The Electrospinning Co. Ltd., an England-based company offering biomaterials development and manufacturing services. Electrospinning has developed a proprietary electrospinning process that has applications in the structural heart biomedical market and can attach biomedical textiles to heart valve frames in a fully automated process. This technology pairs with Confluent’s nitinol metal frame and biomedical textile knowledge to expand design options for Confluent’s customers.

“The investment In Electrospinning reinforces Confluent’s strategy of applying materials science to medtech innovation,” said Dean Schauer, CEO and president of Confluent Medical. “This partnership creates an opportunity for our two companies to facilitate further expansion of innovative structural heart products on behalf of our customers.

May/June 2021

Ryzing Technologies Announces Investment, New Jobs

Ryzing Technologies LLC, Staunton, Va., is expanding its facility with a $149,000 investment that is expected to create 31 new jobs. Ryzing offers textile-based engineering solutions including engineered textiles, rigid inflatable structures and rapid prototyping.

Customers of the company include industrial and commercial clients as well as the U.S. military, allied forces and governmental clients. The company was established in 2015 after its founders, Ryan Gundling and Ryan Long, took part in Staunton’s Bright Rewired Business Plan Competition. The company was awarded a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research grant from the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center in 2017, which helped the company develop its adjustable, reusable platform for expeditionary military shelters.

“Supporting the growth of Virginia’s small businesses is a top priority, and we are thrilled that the expansion of Ryzing Technologies will result in 31 new highly-skilled positions,” said Virgina Governor Ralph Northam. “We commend the City of Staunton for fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship where companies like Ryzing Technologies can develop pioneering solutions for a wide range of industries, including the military.”

“Ryzing Technologies was started five years ago in Staunton for two reasons: the founders personally saw value for their families to live in the area and were confident the area had the amenities required to attract the right talent to grow a successful business,” said Ryan Gundling, Cofounder and CEO of Ryzing Technologies. “This has been accurate, and we have put together an incredible team. … Virginia has been an incredible place to start a business, and we are excited to be expanding to create more jobs for the area.”

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