The New Trützschler Pre-Cleaner CL-X: Higher Productivity And Lower Energy Consumption

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — July 9, 2021 — Double the production rate, with lower energy consumption per kilogram of fiber material – that might sound like a contradiction, but the new Trützschler pre-cleaner CL-X makes it possible. It gently and reliably removes coarse contaminants like leaf debris, stalks or seeds from cotton with minimum loss of good fibers. The pre-cleaner CL-X provides more efficiency and lays the foundation for a high-quality end-product before the cotton is further processed in mixers and fine cleaners.

The new CL-X especially meets the urgent demand for lower energy consumption. Energy efficiency is not only important for environmental and regulatory reasons. Due to rising energy prices, it is becoming an increasingly decisive factor for the competitiveness of spinning mills.

“During the development process, our main focus was on optimizing the fiber air flows. This is the area where we achieved the breakthrough. By forcing the air flow over two rolls, we have found a solution that allows lower power consumption at the opening rolls,” says Robert Többen, Head of Mechanical Engineering at Trützschler. “The fact that this flow is in the form of a spiral is also reflected in the name CL-X: The ‘X’ comes from the Greek word for spiral, Helix.”

In comparison with the current benchmark, the CL-X saves up to 30 % energy (see chart 1). In addition to the optimized flow, an integrated air separator contributes to reducing the transport air by ensuring that only excess air has to be removed, rather than all of the air. Less exhaust air means less energy consumption.

The CL-X also provides significantly increased productivity. At a maximum of 1,600 kilograms per hour, the production rate from one CL-X corresponds to the rate achieved by two CL-P models. This gives customers the flexibility to operate at high or low productivity rates with one machine.

On top of this, the new CL-X is characterized by its excellent cleaning results. Trials conducted at a Turkish customer have shown that it reached a nearly three times better cleaning efficiency compared to the benchmark (US cotton, see chart 2). The improved grid geometry enables better separation and gentler tuft handling. Furthermore, a 2.60 m long cleaning section provides a maximum degree of opening and cleaning tufts.

The lot management system enables direct, automated coordination with the Bale Opener BO-P. The speeds of the opening rollers and the position of the grid bars – and thus the intensity of the cleaning – are automatically adjusted to the changing material fed (lot).

Due to the stepless and individual adjustment of grid devices for each opening roller, the machine can react to a wide variety of impurities. A 10 % higher speed of the second opening roller causes different speeds along the grids, while different sizes of waste can also be separated.

The WASTECONTROL waste sensor is now also integrated into the CL-X and makes sure that waste is reliably separated during production, which avoids unnecessary loss of valuable good fibers. The operator automatically receives a recommendation for the ideal setting via the machine’s display and can implement it with just a few clicks.

The CL-X is the perfect and sustainable solution to meet today’s demand for productivity, cleaning and energy efficiency.

CL-X features at one glance

  • Continuous production of 1,600 kilograms per hour for present blow room configuration.
  • 30% energy saving compared to the current benchmark.
  • Integrated WASTECONTROL for automatic adjustment recommendation of waste excretion to avoid unnecessary fiber loss.
  • 2.60 m long cleaning section.
  • New and improved grid geometry for better separation and gentle tuft treatment.
  • Material draft due to 10 % higher speed of second opening roller for reliable and consistent fiber transport.
  • Optimal cleaning level and minimal fiber loss due to individual and stepless grid adjustment for each opening roller by motor.
  • Gentle tuft treatment with adjustable opening roller speed.
  • Synchronized lot management (automatic lot change for up to three lots).
  • Connection possibility for a waste box (for waste analysis).
  • Lower cost of ownership.

Posted July 9, 2021

Source: Trützschler GmbH & Co. KG

Retail Cargo Continues To See Double-Digit Increases Over 2020 As Supply Chain Disruptions Continue

WASHINGTON — July 8, 2021 —  Imports at the nation’s largest retail container ports are continuing to show double-digit growth over last year as strong consumer demand keeps up its momentum, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

“The year-over-year growth we saw this spring was off the charts because the comparisons were against a time when most stores were shut down due to the pandemic,” NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. “But we’re continuing to see strong growth even as we enter a point when stores had begun to reopen last year. That’s a sign of the tremendous demand from consumers. The challenge for retailers and supply chains is keeping shelves stocked as port congestion and other supply chain disruptions continue to impact the industry and the economy more broadly.”

“Operational constraints brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic combined with the surge in consumer demand have severely strained the logistics supply chain,” Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said. “The level of growth in the last year has put unprecedented pressure on importers, carriers and domestic transportation providers alike.”

U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.33 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units in May, the latest month for which final numbers are available. That was up 8.6 percent from April and up 52.2 percent from a year earlier. The number set a new record for the most containers imported during a single month since NRF began tracking imports in 2002, topping the previous record of 2.27 million TEU set this March. A TEU is one 20-foot container or its equivalent.

Ports have not reported June numbers yet, but Global Port Tracker projected the month at 2.15 million TEU, which would be up 33.8 percent from the same time last year. That would bring the first half of 2021 to 12.8 million TEU, up 35.6 percent from the same period last year.

July is forecast at 2.21 million TEU, up 15.1 percent year-over-year; August at 2.3 million TEU, up 9.4 percent; September at 2.16 million TEU, up 2.5 percent; October at 2.13 million TEU, down 3.7 percent for the first year-over-year decline since July 2020; and November at 2.06 million TEU, down 2 percent.

Global Port Tracker will not release its forecast for December until next month, but 2021 is on track to grow 16.7 percent over 2020’s full-year total of 22 million TEU. Cargo imports during 2020 were up 1.9 percent over 2019 despite the pandemic.

Global Port Tracker, which is produced for NRF by Hackett Associates, provides historical data and forecasts for the U.S. ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma on the West Coast; New York/New Jersey, Port of Virginia, Charleston, Savannah, Port Everglades, Miami and Jacksonville on the East Coast, and Houston on the Gulf Coast. The report is free to NRF retail members, and subscription information is available at NRF.com/PortTracker

Posted July 8, 2021

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Gain Industry Wide Recognition With The IDEA® Achievement Awards

CARY, N.C. — July 8, 2021 —  INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and Nonwovens Industry Magazine have announced the opening of nominations for the IDEA® Achievement Awards. IDEA® is the preeminent event for the nonwovens and engineered fabrics conference and exposition and will be held at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Fla., March 28-31, 2022.

The IDEA® Achievement Awards recognize leading companies and new innovations (since IDEA® in 2019) in the global engineered fabrics industry in six categories. Companies may now nominate their products, or their customers’ products, in the following categories:

  • Sustainability Advancement (advances one or more elements of sustainability or circularity since 2019);
  • Equipment (best new equipment introduction since 2019);
  • Raw Materials (best new raw materials introduction since 2019);
  • Short-Life (best new disposable product introduction since 2019);
  • Long-Life (best new durable product introduction since 2019); and
  • Nonwoven Product (best new nonwoven product introduction since 2019).

Submission deadline is January 15, 2022.  Selections will be made by members of the industry voting through Nonwovens Industry Magazine. Selection of the Entrepreneur Award will be made by Nonwovens Industry Magazine.

Details on the IDEA® Achievement Awards criteria and eligibility are available on: https://www.inda.org/awards/IDEA-Achievement-Award.html

To nominate a company, please visit https://www.nonwovens-industry.com/idea-reg-achievement-awards.

IDEA® Achievement Award Winners in 2019 included: Machinery/Equipment:

  • A.Celli Nonwovens S.P.A.: A.Celli Vision System (DMS 4.0)

Raw Materials:

  • Lenzing AG: Veocel™ Lyocell fibers with Eco Cycle Technology

Nonwoven Product:

  • Fitesa: Fitesa 100% BioBase PLA Softs

Short-Life Converted Product:

  • Callaly: Tampliner®

Long-Life Converted Product:

  • Soteria Battery Innovation Group: Soteria Battery Architecture

Entrepreneur:

  • P&G Venture Labs

The highly successful IDEA® in 2019 attracted 6,500+ industry participants, and more than 500 exhibitors from more than 70 countries to advance their business in nonwovens and engineered fabrics. The 2022 event marks the 21st anniversary of IDEA®, with the show originating in 1971.

Along with the IDEA® Achievement Awards, highlights of the global industry event include hundreds of exhibitors presenting their latest innovations; a conference featuring pandemic impacts on the global nonwoven supply chain and recovery for China, South America, Asia, North America, and Europe; and a series of short course training opportunities called “Nonwoven Essentials,” led by industry experts.

“We look forward to welcoming the entire nonwovens and engineered materials industry at IDEA® 2022 in Miami Beach. Industry professionals across the global value chain will convene in person to conduct business, gather the latest market intelligence, and see the newest innovations,” said Dave Rousse, INDA president.

Details on the IDEA® Achievement Award criteria and eligibility are available on: http://www.inda.org/awards/IDEA-Achievement-Award.html. For information on exhibiting at IDEA® contact Joe Tessari: email jtessari@inda.org, +1 919 459 3729 or visit: inda.org. To nominate a product for an IDEA® Achievement Award, visit: https://www.nonwovens-industry.com/idea-reg-achievement-awards. For details on the IDEA® Achievement Awards, contact: Chris Plotz, Director of Education & Technical Affairs, cplotz@inda.org

Posted July 8, 2021

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Atlas® Delivers Faster Solar Simulation Testing

MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. — July 7, 2021 —  Atlas, a global supplier of weathering testing technology, has announced the expansion of its Germany-based commercial weathering testing laboratory to provide even faster solar simulation testing.

International customers now have the ability to significantly expedite research, development and quality control of materials and products for automotive, electronics, aerospace and military applications — even on short notice.

Part of the Atlas Weathering Services Group, the Linsengericht-Altenhasslau-based facility is the largest weathering testing laboratory in the world with an ISO 17025 accreditation.

With the addition of the SunEvent® 600 from Atlas partner Weisstechnik to its Atlas® SC340 and SC1000 climatic testing chambers, Atlas delivers greater access to best-in-class, solar testing instruments for accelerated simulation of the effects of sunlight, temperature and humidity – including those found in extreme climate zones.

And because Atlas is a leader in both outdoor and accelerated laboratory testing, customers have the assurance that all simulations are as realistic as possible.

Posted July 8, 2021

Source: Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbH

Polyfab Announces Comtex+ And Polytex+ Coming To USA

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. — July 7, 2021 —  In the most transformative change in the history of Polyfab USA, the company is pleased to announce it has made several major improvements for 2021. These changes to the product line are intended to reinforce the company’s reputation as “a world leading manufacturer and wholesaler of premium shade products”!

Polyfab has developed new versions of Polytex and Comtex, which will be called Polytex+ and Comtex+. The new versions of these products will be tentered (heat-set) and retain the same FR properties of Polytex and Comtex — both new versions will continue to meet the FR standards of NFPA-701 (2019).

For the fabricator, heat-setting gives the knitted fabric a slightly softer hand — which the sewing machine operators like — and the fabric has better “lay-flat” with less curling on the edges and is much easier for fabricators to work with. Also, since the heating process takes out some of the shrinkage in the fabric, the tentered fabric will shrink less and have improved dimensional stability, i.e. less settling in therefore less retensioning.

Polyfab is also pleased to announce that the following colors of Polytex+ and Comtex+ will be made with new and improved pigments:

  • Bronze;
  • Grape;
  • Lemon Yellow;
  • Lime;
  • Orange;
  • Red; and
  • Rust.

The new version of these colors is slightly more intense than the original color shades.

As a confirmation of the company’s confidence in these changes, Polyfab will be increasing its warranty period for the new Polytex+ and Comtex+ from 10 years to 12 years.

The company is also be adding new colors. Most of the new colors are based on Colorbond® Steel Colours of Australia, which are used for roofing, fascias, garage doors, fences, sheds, patios & pergolas. These building colors will go well for shade structures against all types of buildings in the United States:

  • Polytex+ Paperbark;
  • Comtex+ Paperbark;
  • Polytex+ Woodland Grey;
  • Comtex+ Monument;
  • Polytex+ Monument;
  • Comtex+ Smoke;
  • Polytex+ Manor Red; and
  • Polytex+ Orange.

POLYFAB USA PRODUCT LINE

SHADECLOTH

ARCHITEC 400® — A 12 oz. per square yard premium extra heavy duty knitted HDPE shade fabric designed for larger tension membrane structures and architectural shade sails.

COMSHADE® XTRA — A 12 oz. per square yard premium extra heavy duty knitted HDPE shadecloth designed for larger tension membrane structures and architectural shade sails, which significantly exceeds other shade fabric on the market for UV protection and strength to weight ratio.

COMTEX+® — A 10 oz. per square yard superior fire rated knitted HDPE shade fabric designed for medium – large tension membrane structures and architectural shade sails.

PARASOL™ — A 9.6 oz. per square yard commercial grade shadecloth suitable for shade sails, tension structures and other heavy duty applications.

POLYTEX+® – A 7 oz. per square yard superior fire rated knitted HDPE shade fabric designed for use in modular shade structures and shade sails.  Recommended for residential and small commercial projects.

INDUSTRIAL/HORTICULTURAL

COVERSHADE™ — High quality monofilament shadecloth, UV stabilized to maintain its strength and flexibility.  For protection of horticultural/agricultural crops as well as general purpose protection for livestock and equipment, scaffold and privacy shades, over-the-road truck tarps and trash truck covers.

POLYSHIELD™ — A high quality reinforced HDPE laminated fabric suitable for disaster and storm tarps, haystack covers, stationary equipment covers and tent flooring.

SOLARPRO™ — A heavily UV stabilized general purpose cover for greenhouse/hothouse applications.

TRIMMINGS/FINDINGS/MARINE SUPPLIES

PATTERNPRO™ ULTRA STABLE PATTERNING FABRIC — Clear HDPE woven scrim and coated both sides.  Ideal for marine canvas and awning patterning, good stability and ‘lay-flat’, resistant to wind and water.

POLYFAB PRO™ SHADE SAIL CLEANER — A concentrated, environmentally safe, high-strength cleaner, designed to remove difficult soils from HDPE or vinyl fabrics with minimal effort.

POLYFAB PRO™ SHADE SAIL HARDWARE — A full line of professional-grade stainless steel and other metal fittings for fabricating and installing shade sails.

POLYFAB SHADE SAIL EDGE WEBBING™ — Made in Australia, this polyester webbing is 1” & 2” wide and put up on 109 yard rolls.  Available in colors to match most of the shadecloth lines.

PROFILEN® PTFE UV RESISTANT SEWING THREAD

For shade sails, awnings, marine covers and other high end fabric projects. Warrantied for the lifespan of the fabric it’s sewn onto.

Posted July 8, 2021

Source: POLYFAB USA LLC

Hudson-Sharp Welcomes Jason Beauleau As New Regional Sales Executive

Jason Beauleau

GREEN BAY, Wis. — July 8, 2021 —  Bag-converting equipment manufacturer Hudson-Sharp — part of Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC) and Barry-Wehmiller’s converting equipment platform — is pleased to announce that Jason Beauleau has joined the company as Regional Sales Executive.

In his new role, Beauleau will be responsible for the Midwest region, as well as for serving multiple key customers. He will be replacing longtime Sales Executive John Krebsbach after he retires on October 1, 2021. Beauleau has more than 25 years of experience in the packaging and printing industry, including 20-plus years with PCMC.

“Jason has a proven background in creating and maintaining exceptional customer relationships that are built on trust and performance,” said Scott Romenesko, Regional Sales Director for Hudson-Sharp. “We believe his knowledge of our customer base and experience in the marketplace will be tremendous assets for our team.”

Posted July 8, 2021

Source: Hudson-Sharp

Tukatech And Sowtex Create Digital Platform For Design & Development

LOS ANGELES — July 7, 2021 —  Tukatech and Sowtex, two technology disruptors in the textile and apparel industry, will launch a collaboration to offer a 3D visualizer and design lab resource solution that will dramatically trim the designing and sampling process timelines. This is the world’s first digital platform where everyone in the supply chain collaborates with real data. The announcement comes amid Covid-19 complications and restrictions bearing down on textile, fashion and garment supply chains.

Set for an all-Asia online launch at 7 pm IST on July 8, the one-of-a-kind technology solution will “Reduce sampling turnaround time from weeks to hours,” according to Sowtex founder Sonil Jain. He said the process allows the use to design, develop, approve, show, sell and then make the product.

“The Sowtex Design Lab — comprising life-like digital swatches of 10,000+ global textile manufacturers — will combine Tukatech’s 3D Visualizer to enable designers, garment manufacturers, fashion brands, fabrics and trim manufacturers, and stockists to make design and sampling processes quick and easy,” Jain added.

“We are grateful to partner on disruptive technologists and innovative solutions with Sowtex for companies in the Asian region,” said Ram Sareen, the founder of Los Angeles-based Tukatech, a company spanning six continents and 42 countries.

Sareen, a long-time fashion waste crusader, also pointed out that the Sowtex-Tukatech alliance will lessen the enormous amounts of wastage during the sampling process. “Since the industry’s average adoption rate is around 15 percent, a large number of physical samples end up in the landfill,” he explained.

Sowtex’s material catalog provides textile suppliers access to thousands of online trims and fabrics and a wide array of Pantone colors at their fingertips, which will enhance and accelerate the design development process.

These high-quality images represent physical materials, so that after approval designers can order the same and achieve the exact same look in real life production.

Users can utilize Tukatech’s library of ready-made 3D garments, or find the model they want to design for, then shop styles made to fit that model.

TUKA3D Designer Edition users visualize fabrics and trims in 2D/3D garments before making a physical sample. Moreover, its true-to-life technology will enable easy design development, fit and growth, thereby reducing wastage during the sampling process. When ready to go to production, users can purchase the 2D CAD pattern for the style for only $5.

The pivot from physical to online sampling is set to change the rules of engagement in the textile industry. Early adopters of this technology would be able to sidestep manufacturing resources and infrastructure as design development, shipment risks, sampling and iterations between the buyer and the seller can all be done online.

Posted July 7, 2021

Source: Tukatech

Gredale Acquires A Majority Stake In Maskco Technologies Inc.

LOS ANGELES — July 7, 2021 — Gredale LLC announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Maskco Technologies Inc. to acquire a majority interest in the Miami-based personal protective equipment manufacturer.

The companies have elected to not disclose the exact financial terms of the agreement however, Scott H. Weissman, CEO of Maskco Technologies, stated: “The enterprise valuation of Maskco Technologies was set at $4,400,000,000 based on an additional infrastructure investments and credit facilities totaling $400,000,000 and a performance based structured payout over the course of five years.”

Gredale and Maskco Technologies began a partnership in June of 2020 as a joint venture distribution agreement for the distribution of Maskco Technologies MTech 95 Respirators which was followed by a strategic manufacturing partnership, investment and credit facility totaling $100,000,000 by Gredale in November of 2020.

In addition to the acquisition of the majority interest of common stock, Gredale will now oversee all manufacturing and packaging of the MTech 95 Respirator in various production facilities throughout the United States, and will also oversee all distribution of the MTech 95 Respirator in North America, South America, Europe, Africa and Asia.

“The acquisition of Maskco Technologies furthers our strategic vision of becoming the largest manufacturer of personal protective equipment in the United States,” said Greg Lorber, CEO of Gredale.  “Since beginning our partnership with Maskco Technologies, we have seen a huge demand for high quality, Berry Compliant protective respirators which Maskco Technologies has proven they can produce at a cost that can compete with products produced overseas. More importantly, we are proud to be able to domestically produce the MTech-95 in quantities sufficient to ensure our country is never left dependent on protective respirators from overseas, especially in the event of a future pandemic,” Lorber added.

Upon the completion of the transaction, Scott H. Weissman shall continue as CEO of Maskco Technologies and will also be appointed to the Board of Directors of Gredale.

Posted July 7, 2021

Source: Gredale, LLC

Moira Murray Joins Textile Division At Milliken & Company 

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — July 7, 2021 — Milliken & Company is pleased to announce that Moira Murray has been hired as the residential sales and market director for the specialty interiors business within the Textile Division. Joining the company from UltraFabrics, Murray will be working closely across departments to assist in accelerating the Specialty Interiors business’s position in the residential marketplace.

“As an organization, we are committed to growing our residential business and having Moira join our team is an exciting step in that journey. Her customer-focused philosophy and vast product exposure brings a unique skill set to our team and her experience in the residential and commercial industries is invaluable,” said Benji Bagwell, vice president of Specialty Interiors.

With more than 15 years of sales experience across the architectural and design, furniture and fabrics verticals, Murray brings intimate knowledge and understanding of the challenges facing industry decision makers.

Murray received her B.S. in Finance from the University of South Carolina and started her career at Milliken more than 35 years ago.

Posted July 7, 2021

Source: Milliken & Company

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Announces Levi Strauss & Co And Their Legacy Brands As New Members

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — July 7, 2021 — The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol welcomes new members Levi Strauss & Co, one of the most recognizable denim companies worldwide, and its legacy brands Levi’s®, Dockers®, Denizen® by Levi’s®, and Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.™

More than 90 percent of Levi Strauss & Co’s products are cotton-based. The company has committed to sourcing 100-percent more sustainably grown cotton focusing on decreasing water use, cutting carbon emissions, and reducing fertilizer and pesticide use. This corporate commitment to more sustainable and resilient cotton sourcing is part of a broader internal initiative designed to move the company toward a more sustainable and circular product strategy.

“At Levi Strauss & Co., the quality and sustainability of the cotton we use is critical to our business and important to our customers,” said Jeffrey Hogue, chief sustainability officer, Levi Strauss & Co. “Membership in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol will be an important step and a key partnership in our efforts to source 100 percent more sustainably grown cotton.”

The Trust Protocol will aid Levi Strauss & Co.’s efforts by providing verified data on sustainability practices from U.S. cotton growers and access to aggregate year-over-year data on critical metrics including water use, greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, soil carbon, soil loss and land use efficiency. Levi Strauss & Co will also participate in the pilot phase of the Protocol Credit Management System which provides its members with complete supply chain transparency through use of TextileGenesis’ blockchain technology.

“Levi Strauss & Co. is a globally recognized and respected brand and we are proud to welcome them as members,” said Dr. Gary Adams, president of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. “During the past 35 years, the U.S. cotton industry has made significant progress in reducing our environmental impact and the Trust Protocol is aligned with the 2025 national goals to further those improvements. As a member, Levi Strauss & Co. will receive farm level data which will help them progress their sustainability efforts and achieve their cotton sourcing goals.”

The Trust Protocol has welcomed more than 450 brand, retailer, mill and manufacturer members since its launch in 2020. This includes Gap Inc. and its collection of purpose-led lifestyle brands Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta as well as global apparel manufacturer Gildan. The Trust Protocol has also welcomed UK retailers Tesco, Byford and Next Plc. Other Trust Protocol member announcements include the first 10 U.S. mills to join and the first members in Latin America.

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, recognized by Textile Exchange and Forum for the Future, and part of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Cotton 2025 Sustainable Cotton Challenge, Cotton 2040 and Cotton Up initiatives.

Posted July 7, 2021

Source: The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

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