Culp Joins Sustainable Furnishings Council

HIGH POINT, N.C. — March 16, 2021 — Culp Inc. is strengthening its commitment to environmental sustainability by joining the Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC). This council is an independent, non-profit coalition of furniture industry manufacturers, retailers, and designers dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the adoption of environmentally sustainable practices in the home furnishings industry. As the only publicly traded textile company to join SFC, Culp hopes to use its membership to increase the company’s integration of best practices and affect positive environmental and social change as a leader within the home furnishings industry.

As a member of SFC, Culp support’s the council’s triple bottom line focus of PEOPLE —  PLANET — PROFITS and recognizes the importance of incorporating sustainable practices into its operations. Culp is committed to SFC’s core beliefs on carbon reduction, water management, product circularity, waste reduction, and other sustainability strategies.  The company has completed a variety of initiatives in these areas, including using solar power at its Read Windows production facility in Knoxville, Tenn.; using hydro and wind power at its manufacturing facility in Quebec, Canada; water reuse at its Stokesdale, N.C., manufacturing plant; and becoming Zero to Landfill certified in all of its U.S. mattress fabric and sewn cover production facilities.

The company is also proud of the success of its LiveSmart Evolve® upholstery fabric line. This collection combines sustainability with performance through its use of yarn made with an average of 30-percent recycled fibers from post-consumer plastic bottles. To date, Culp has diverted more than 1.6 million plastic bottles from landfills through the LiveSmart Evolve line.  The company is continuing its focus on developing additional product lines designed for the betterment of tomorrow, including mattress fabrics designed with certain recycled and biodegradable content.

Commenting on the company’s recent membership into SFC, Iv Culp, president and CEO of Culp Inc., said, “By joining this council, we are hoping to further our efforts of incorporating sustainable practices into our operations and have a greater positive influence in our industry. We are known as an innovative and creative company committed to managing our business in a responsible manner. This not only applies to our fabric designs and material sourcing, but to our entire company culture. We are striving to find ways of operating that are better for the environment, for our customers, for our employees, and for our communities.”

Manufacturing furniture products consumes large amounts of energy and creates waste, including emissions and packaging. Sustainable Furnishings Council is comprised of dedicated business leaders who are stepping up to change the industry by helping companies reduce their environmental footprints and helping consumers find healthy furnishings. “SFC is so pleased to welcome Culp as a new member of our organization. Obviously committed to sustainability and eco-friendly practices, Culp is a significant company for our entire industry and their participation with us will make a difference for our cause,” stated Susan Inglis, executive director of SFC. “We all have power in our reach — from the vendors and suppliers we use through the manufacturers and right to the consumers. Culp’s participation with SFC strengthens our reach and I appreciate that.”

Posted March 16, 2021

Source: Culp, Inc.

Picanol Group Acquires Minority Stake In Rieter Holding AG

IEPER, Belgium — March 16, 2021 — Picanol Group has today acquired a minority stake in Rieter Holding AG, amounting to a total of 467,236 shares for a price of 45.4 million euros (or a price per share of 107.5 Swiss francs). Rieter is a supplier of systems for short-staple fiber spinning. The company develops and manufactures machinery, systems and components used to convert natural and man-made fibers into yarns.

As a result of the transaction, Picanol Group is now holding 10 percent of the share capital of Rieter Holding AG.

With the financial participation in Rieter Holding AG, Picanol Group wants to further diversify its activities in the textile industry and secure a stable shareholding for Rieter Holding AG in the long term.

Financial Calendar

Picanol Group will announce its financial results for 2020 on March 25, 2021 (before opening of the stock exchange).

Posted March 16, 2021

Source: Picanol Group

Change In The Board Of Directors Of Rieter Holding AG

WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — March 16, 2021 — Michael Pieper, a member of the board of directors of Rieter Holding AG since 2009, has informed Rieter that Artemis Beteiligungen I AG has sold its 11.5 percent block of shares to the Picanol Group (Picanol NV), Belgium, and that he thus will not stand for re-election at the Annual General Meeting on April 15, 2021.

Michael Pieper has supported and helped to significantly shape the development of Rieter for more than ten years. He joined Rieter as a major shareholder in 2008, and since then has been strongly involved in the strategic realignment of the group.

“On behalf of the Rieter Group, I extend our sincere gratitude to Michael Pieper for his extremely successful and valuable work on the board of directors and, above all, for his commitment as a long-term major shareholder,” said Bernhard Jucker, chairman of the board of directors of Rieter Holding AG.

The board of directors of Rieter Holding AG today announced its intention to propose Stefaan Haspeslagh for election to the board of directors at the Annual General Meeting on April 15, 2021.

Stefaan Haspeslagh holds a Master’s degree in Applied Economics from the University of Antwerp, Belgium. He has been chairman of the board of directors and CFO of the Picanol Group (Picanol NV), Belgium, since 2010. In addition, Haspeslagh has also been chairman of the board of directors, COO and CFO of the Tessenderlo Group NV, Belgium, since 2014. As a director of Cellpack NV, Belgium, he has been in office since 2001.

“Rieter welcomes the new major shareholder, Picanol NV. Luc Tack, majority shareholder and CEO of Picanol, has been a member of the board of directors of Rieter for four years. Stefaan Haspeslagh is characterized by broad, international management experience in the textile sector and is very well connected in the industry,” stated Bernhard Jucker, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

All other current members of the board of directors will stand for re-election at the Annual General Meeting.

Posted March 16, 2021

Source: Rieter Holding AG

Early Bird Registration Now Open for Techtextil North America 2021

ATLANTA — March 16, 2021 — Early bird registration for Techtextil North America 2021, being held August 23-25, 2021, in Raleigh, N.C., has officially opened.

Techtextil North America’s tired pricing structure provides significant savings to those who register in advance. All Symposium registrations include three days of exhibit hall access. Early bird pricing ends on April 15, so be sure to take advantage of the below savings before it’s too late!

  • $650 for Full Symposium pass, offering the best value for education;
  • $350 for One Day Symposium, Monday, August 23 or Tuesday, 
August 24;
  • $115 for One Day Symposium, Wednesday August 25; and
  • $65 for Exhibit Hall only.

Decision makers from all of the major industries that touch technical textiles and nonwovens attend Techtextil North America to conduct business and discover the latest product developments and industry trends. After the most successful odd-year show to date in 2019, and as the first major textile industry tradeshow in the United States since COVID-19 shut down tradeshows in 2020, this year’s event will bring together leading manufacturers, suppliers and service providers with industry executives, buyers, engineers, technical directors, plant managers, product development managers, and more to resume in-person business interactions over three days of networking, education & innovation.

Show Highlights

Premier Symposium: The Techtextil North America Symposium provides attendees the opportunity to listen and learn from industry leaders and subject matter experts as they discuss some of the most pivotal advancements in research and technology and shed light on the current global economic state and its effects across industries. Those who purchase symposium passes will have the chance to attend sessions on topics including:

  • Reinventing and Reimagining the Supply Chain;
  • Digital Transformation Strategy;
  • Government Laws and Regulations;
  • Sustainability in Laundering and Textile Care;
  • Circular Economy;
  • Fabric and Materials ID; and
  • Nonwovens and PPE.

Full session descriptions and speaker announcements coming soon!

Tech Talks: A must-attend complimentary feature at Techtextil North America, Tech Talks will feature a line-up of complimentary mini-sessions and panel- style discussions highlighting groundbreaking technical advancements across industries.

The Lab: The Lab will return to Techtextil North America after its debut in 2019 to standing room only crowds. These show-floor mini sessions will address the latest in textile testing and standards. Participation in The Lab provides exhibiting companies with amazing opportunities for additional exposure and gives visitors the chance to experience textile testing first hand and educate themselves on the latest in industry standards.

Student Research Poster Program: The Poster Program has become a must visit show floor attraction for visitors at Techtextil North America. The program is open to undergraduate students, as well as those pursuing their Master’s or Ph.D. Students from around the world will have a platform to share their research findings with peers and potential employers/sponsors, and a chance to present their research in front of a captive audience during the three days of Tech Talks on the show floor.

Texprocess Americas Pavilion: This year, Techtextil North America will include the first-ever Texprocess Americas pavilion, supported by SPESA, featuring 
machinery, equipment, and technology suppliers for the sewn products industry. In lieu of a Texprocess Americas event in 2020, the pavilion at Techtextil North America 2021 is designed to foster new business opportunities and strategic partnerships across industries. Leaders from across the industry will be given the chance to meet, learn, and see equipment functionality firsthand.

Advanced pricing will begin on April 16, 2021, and standard pricing will run from June 19 through the last day of the show. Full pricing details can be found on the show’s website. Additional discounts are available for students and military, for discount inquiries, contact: peyton.rowe@usa.messefrankfurt.com.

For more information on the upcoming edition of Techtextil North America, August 23-25, 2021. in Raleigh, please visit: www.techtextilna.com.

Posted March 16, 2021

Source: Messe Frankfurt North America

Lands’ End Announces Organizational Changes To Advance Strategic Growth Strategies

DODGEVILLE, Wis. — March 15, 2021 — Lands’ End today announced organizational changes designed to advance its strategic growth plans and accelerate the pace of execution as it operates towards achieving its previously stated 2023 financial targets.

  • James Gooch has been promoted to president and has retained his role as CFO. As president, he will oversee the company’s eCommerce, International, Outfitters, Third Party and Retail businesses.
  • Sarah Rasmusen, chief customer oOfficer, has been promoted to executive vice president and will oversee the company’s information technology and performance marketing functions.
  • Peter Gray, executive vice president, chief administrative officer and general counsel, will oversee the company’s distribution center operations.

All three executives, in addition to Chieh Tsai, executive vice president, chief product officer, and Matt Trainor, senior vice president, Brand Creative, will continue to report to Jerome Griffith, CEO.

Griffith said: “When I joined the Company in 2017, my objective was to transform Lands’ End into a digitally-led organization in order to capitalize on the brand’s authentic American heritage. We have developed and continue to execute across our strategic pillars of getting the product right, being digitally driven, creating a successful uni-channel strategy, and investing in process and infrastructure. As a result of these strategies, we have more than doubled EBITDA since fiscal 2016.

On the heels of our successes, we are focused on executing the next chapter of profitable growth for our Company, and achieving our 2023 targets. With the leadership realignment and streamlining of direct reports, I will focus a majority of my time on our strategic direction and future growth opportunities. I want to congratulate Jim on his promotion. His partnership has been instrumental in getting us to where we are as an organization today. I would also like to congratulate Sarah and Peter, both of whom have proven to be highly capable executives, on their expanded responsibilities. We have assembled a strong leadership team over the last four years, and we are excited to continue our journey.”

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: Lands’ End, Inc.

Lenzing Group Weathers The Crisis Year 2020 And Remains Strategically Well On Track

LENZING, Austria — March 11, 2021 — In 2020, the Lenzing Group successfully responded to the extremely difficult market environment due to the COVID-19 crisis by implementing a broad package of measures and remains fully on track in terms of its strategy. The measures focused on protecting Lenzing’s employees and partners and on safeguarding its operations. Lenzing flexibly adjusted production volumes and was able to offer its customers the usual delivery service at any time. In addition, Lenzing also intensified measures for structural earnings improvement to mitigate the effect of the pressure on fiber prices and demand for fibers, and reduced its operating costs.

The immediate effects of the COVID-19 crisis increased the pressure on prices and volumes in the textile fiber segment, in particular in the second quarter of 2020. The recovery of demand in the second half of the year, primarily for wood-based specialty fibers such as TENCEL™ Modal and LENZING™ ECOVERO™, had a positive impact on the revenue and earnings development, but could not compensate for losses. Revenue declined by 22.4 percent to 1.63 billion euros in 2020. The earnings development essentially reflects the decline in revenue, but was supported by measures for structural earnings improvements in all regions. EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) fell by 39.9 percent to 196.6 million euros. The EBITDA margin decreased from 15.5 percent to 12 percent. Net profit/loss for the year amounted to -10.6 million euros (2019: 114.9 million euros) and earnings per share attributable to Lenzing shareholders to 0.24 euros (2019: 4.63 euros).

“2020 was largely dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic, also at Lenzing. Lenzing responded quickly and with determination to the increased pressure on prices and volumes. In the second half of the year, we saw a broad recovery of the fiber market; in particular, demand for our sustainably produced specialty fibers increased significantly”, says Stefan Doboczky, CEO of the Lenzing Group. “Strategically, we remain fully on track and the implementation of our key projects in Brazil and Thailand continues to proceed according to plan. With our corporate priorities, we are consistently pursuing a major goal, namely to make a zero-carbon future come true”, says Doboczky.

Strengthening specialty fiber growth

CAPEX (expenditures for intangible assets, property, plant and equipment and biological assets) nearly tripled to 668.8 million euros in 2020. This increase is a consequence of the implementation of the major projects in Brazil and Thailand. The Lenzing Group’s investment activities continued to focus on expanding the internal production of pulp, increasing the share of specialty fibers and implementing the climate targets in line with the sCore TEN corporate strategy during the reporting year.

The construction of the dissolving wood pulp plant in Brazil continues to progress according to plan. After the final investment decision in December 2019, the Duratex Group acquired a 49 percent share in the joint venture LD Celulose in the first quarter of the reporting year as agreed. Lenzing holds 51 percent of the shares. The expected Industrial CAPEX will be $1.38 billion. The project is predominantly financed through equity and long-term debt. The corresponding financing contracts were concluded in the second quarter of 2020 as planned. The commissioning of the pulp plant is scheduled for the first half of 2022.

Specialty fibers are Lenzing’s great strength. The strategic target to generate roughly 50 percent of revenue with specialty fibers in 2020 has already been met. Lenzing aims for further organic growth in this area in order to be even more resilient to volatile markets in the future. The focus of the coming years will clearly be on the construction of the new, state-of-the-art lyocell plant in Thailand, with the objective to increase the share of specialty fibers in the revenue generated by the Segment Fibers to more than 75 percent by 2024. The investment for the new plant with a capacity of 100,000 tons amounts to roughly EUR 400 mn. Construction work started in the second half of 2019 and went according to plan during the reporting year. Production is expected to be launched at the end of 2021.

Solid balance sheet structure

As one of the first companies worldwide, Lenzing placed a bonded loan bound to its sustainability performance in 2019 in order finance further operational growth. In November 2020, Lenzing successfully issued a subordinated hybrid bond with a total volume of 500 million euros, which is classified as equity in accordance with IFRS. The bond was oversubscribed multiple times, has a perpetual tenor and an annual coupon of 5.75 percent. As a result, adjusted equity increased by 22.5 percent to 1.91 billion euros as at December 31, 2020, corresponding to an adjusted equity ratio of 45.8 percent.

Sustainability at Lenzing

With the implementation of its science-based targets, the Lenzing Group actively contributes to mastering the problems caused by climate change. In 2019, Lenzing made a strategic commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 50 percent by 2030. The target is to be climate-neutral by 2050. The implementation of the two key projects in Brazil and Thailand is an important milestone on this journey. Thanks to its excellent infrastructure, the location in Thailand can be supplied with sustainable biogenic energy. In addition, the plant in Brazil will feed more than 50 percent of the electricity generated into the public grid as renewable energy.

The introduction of the first TENCEL™ branded CarbonNeutral® fibers and the establishment of the Renewable Carbon Initiative with the aim of speeding up the transition to renewable carbon are further important events from the reporting year, which serve as examples of the successful path that Lenzing and its partners are taking towards carbon neutrality.

The Lenzing Group received several awards for its achievements during the 2020 financial year, most notably in the field of sustainability:

  • Lenzing underwent assessment by the non-profit environmental organization CDP for the first time in 2020 and was the first new entrant to secure a double ‘A’ score in the categories climate and forest.
  • ISS ESG, one of the most recognized rating agencies in the field of sustainability, raised Lenzing’s sustainability rating from “C+” to “B-”, the highest rating in the category “Paper & Forest Products”, positioning the Lenzing Group among the top 10 percent of rated companies. The “Prime Status” of the Lenzing Group was also confirmed.
  • Canopy’s Hot Button Ranking Lenzing achieved the highest category for the first time. The Canadian environmental organization particularly highlighted our continuous leadership regarding sustainable procurement and efficient use of resources over the past years.
  • In December Lenzing won the prestigious “Building Public Trust Award 2020” for the best climate reporting on the Austrian ATX. The jury emphasized Lenzing’s commitment to a holistic climate-related strategic alignment and clear targets.
  • In addition, Lenzing won the Austrian State Prize for Innovation. This award recognizes Lenzing’s achievements and its strategy to grow exclusively on the basis of sustainable innovations. Lenzing convinced the jury with its LENZING™ Web Technology. The novel process combines fiber and nonwovens production in only one step, setting new standards in terms of efficiency, circularity and ecological sustainability.

Guidance for 2021

The International Monetary Fund expects global growth of 5.5 percent for 2021. However, the economic recovery after the deep recession caused by COVID-19 is subject to risks and largely depends on the further development of the pandemic. The currency environment is expected to remain volatile in the regions relevant to Lenzing.

The global fiber and pulp markets came under considerable pressure as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. The significant recovery of demand from the third quarter of 2020 onwards, starting in China, continued into the first quarter of 2021 and is currently providing a friendly market environment. In the cotton market, a shortage of supply, in particular for organic cotton, is anticipated in the current 2020/2021 harvest and, consequently, an unchanged development in inventory levels.

At the same time, Lenzing still expects a continued increase in demand for sustainably produced fibers for the textile and apparel industry as well as for the hygiene and medical industry. This trend is likely to continue unabated after the COVID-19 pandemic, not least due to a number of legislative initiatives.

With the prospect of a broad population being vaccinated against COVID-19 in the near future, optimism and confidence in an early return to normality are also growing within the textile value chain. However, the currently positive environment is still characterized by a high level of uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the earnings visibility remains limited. Taking into account the above factors, the Lenzing Group expects the operating result to develop at a similar level in 2021 as in the pre-crisis year 2019.

Lenzing considers itself well-positioned in view of these developments and based on its sCore TEN corporate strategy, and will in particular continue the disciplined implementation of the strategic investment projects, which will make a significant contribution to earnings from 2022.

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: Lenzing Group

Rocky Brands Announces Completion Of Acquisition Of Leading Brand Portfolio From Honeywell Including The Original Muck Boot Co. And XTRATUF

NELSONVILLE, Ohio — March 15, 2021 — Rocky Brands Inc. has announced that on March 15, 2021, it completed its previously announced acquisition of the performance and lifestyle footwear business of Honeywell International Inc., including The Original Muck Boot Co. and XTRATUF footwear brands for $230 million.

Jason Brooks, president and CEO of Rocky Brands Inc., commented: “We are thrilled to have completed this transformative acquisition. The Original Muck Boot Company, XTRATUF, Servus, NEOS and Ranger brands are great additions to our existing portfolio while the total business nearly doubles the size of Rocky Brands’ annual revenues. We look forward to working closely with our newest team members to capitalize on the many opportunities we believe exist to drive strong growth, increased earnings power, and enhanced stakeholder value over the near- and long-term.”

For 2020, the acquired brand portfolio generated net revenue of approximately $205 million with EBITDA of approximately $24.5 million. The business grew in 2020 with performance accelerating throughout the year, culminating in strong top-line growth in the fourth quarter.

The purchase was funded with an $80-million senior secured asset-backed credit facility with Bank of America, N.A., a $130 million senior secured term loan facility with The Direct Lending Group of TCW Asset Management Company LLC, and cash on hand.

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: Rocky Brands, Inc.

Alabama Company HomTex Receives FDA Approval For Surgical Masks

CULLMAN, Ala. — March 15, 2021 — HomTex — an Alabama-based, minority-certified textile manufacturer — announced today that it received FDA Emergency Use Authorization for its Level 1 Surgical masks, greenlighting their entry into the U.S. government and medical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) markets. HomTex manufactures 3-ply disposable masks and reusable cloth masks, which it supplies to the U.S. Capitol, and soon will produce NIOSH N-95 masks in a new plant in Selma, Ala. HomTex is now positioned to have the largest capacity in the United States to produce 100 percent made-in-America masks with facilities in Cullman and Mobile, Ala.; Tennessee; South Carolina; and North Carolina.

Jerry Wooten, CEO of HomTex, said: “When I say made in America, I mean every component sourced in the U.S. and made in the U.S.  \We believe that ramping up domestic manufacturing of PPE products is a national imperative from a safety, economic, and national security perspective, and HomTex is proud to meet that challenge.”

While hospitals and governments have been struggling to provide safe PPE for Americans, defective and fraudulent masks, often made in China, have flooded the US market. According to the Associated Press, federal law enforcement has seized 10 million counterfeit N95 masks alone, and the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol announced in June 2020 that it seized 750,000 counterfeit face masks in 86 incidents. Due to emergency procurement rules put in place during the pandemic, China and other bad actors have access to the U.S. market that otherwise would be banned. By selling defective and counterfeit masks at rock-bottom prices, fraudsters are exploiting US buyers with unsafe PPE and undermining U.S.-made manufacturing.

According to Wooten, “It’s time for purchasers of critical PPE — particularly federal, state, and local governments — to wake up to the fact that Chinese and foreign-made masks are cheaper, but likely defective, counterfeit, and plain-old dangerous. It’s important to buy safe, genuine, and approved PPE from a trusted made-in-America manufacturer. We are proud to be a strategic provider to the Architect of the U.S. Capitol which supplies masks to the U.S. House of Representatives, the U.S. Capitol, and the U.S. Senate.”

“We are immensely proud of all HomTex is doing to produce PPE,” said Katie Boyd Britt, president of the Business Council of Alabama. “Receiving this critical authorization from the FDA allows them to expand their PPE offerings and to keep Americans safe. We are thrilled to be a trusted partner as they expand their operations in Selma.”

HomTex has the capacity to produce 700 million surgical 3-ply masks and 20 million NIOSH N-95 masks annually.  HomTex will open an additional manufacturing facility in Selma, AL in the Fall of 2021 that will create 300 jobs for the most economically disadvantaged region of Alabama.

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: HomTex Inc.

Denim Brand 7 For All Mankind Releases New Campaign Featuring Camille Rowe And Keith Powers

LOS ANGELES — March 15, 2021 — Premium denim brand 7 For All Mankind has unveiled its Spring/Summer campaign featuring the French-American model Camille Rowe, known for her distinct personal style, and actor/model Keith Powers, known for his standout roles in The New Edition Story and Straight Outta Compton. The campaign’s concept captures the optimism of Spring/Summer by uniting our cast under a bright hopeful sky, inspiring us all to turn our sights upward and onward.

Shot by photographer Dan Martensen, the images spotlight timeless denim as the signature of the brand’s California roots. With the goal of bringing hope and confidence to the season, graphic architectural elements frame 7 For All Mankind’s Spring/Summer collection, underscoring the product details and cast’s portraits which are always on the move.

7 For All Mankind’s Spring/Summer collection features classic denim and ready-to-wear looks which offer customers more elevated comfort and unique style than ever before. Capturing the trend of the season, the women’s silhouettes revolve around our most popular fit, the High Waist Cropped Straight, as well as clean white denim, sustainability denim, color treatments, and vintage-inspired fits. The men’s line introduces our newest innovation of our softest jeans to date, Left Hand Denim, alongside sustainable and cashmere-infused denim. With the collection set to release this spring — expect continued innovation from the iconic denim brand.

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: 7 for All Mankind®, a division of Delta Galil Industries

American Textile Co.’s Tranquility Brand Becomes America’s Number 1 Weighted Blanket

DUQUESNE, Pa. — March 15, 2021 — Bedding manufacturer American Textile Co. today announced that its Tranquility™ weighted blankets, hailed as a must-have sleep accessory by consumers, has become America’s Number-1-selling-brand in the category. The rankings come from market research firm The NPD Group which provides industry analysis and advisory services to retailers and manufacturers across the United States.

“Consumers are more in tune with their sleep habits than ever before, and while everyone sleeps, not everyone sleeps well,” said Patrick Seiffert, senior vice president of Marketing at American Textile Co. “In addition to thousands of product reviews validating the benefits of Tranquility blankets, our consumer testing shows that Tranquility helps people fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly.*”

Tranquility weighted blankets were developed in response to growing consumer interest in solutions to reduce stress and anxiety, as well as provide a safe, natural solution to improve sleep. The top-rated blankets use deep calming pressure that helps both children and adults relax and sleep better. Key Tranquility features include:

  • Affordability: Tranquility weighted blankets start at $25, an incredible value for the category, and can be purchased both online and in-store at major retailers.
  • Innovative Technology: Tranquility weighted blankets offer temperature-balancing and cooling technology, for additional comfort as summer approaches.
  • Various Style Options: Available in a variety of styles and weights ranging from 6 to 20 lbs, with many styles featuring a removable washable cover for convenient machine washability.
  • Proven Results: In consumer use testing, nine in 10 users agreed Tranquility helped them fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly.*

With thousands of 4- and 5-star reviews, Tranquility has amassed a strong reputation as a go-to tool to promote relaxation and rest, helping millions to sleep better.

In addition to Tranquility, American Textile Co. produces a range of bedding products that help consumers sleep better, including its Number 1 allergen barrier bedding brand AllerEase®.

Typical mattresses, pillows and other fiber-filled bedding items collect pollen, dust mites, pet dander and other allergens over time. This is a major reason millions of people wake up with a stuffy nose or congestion and why they may experience sleep disruptions. AllerEase uses specially designed fabrics to fully encase pillows and mattresses, blocking 99.9 percent of allergens, for a truly clean bed and a healthy night’s sleep.

*Survey conducted among 400 U.S. consumer testers in December 2020 by Home Tester Club on behalf of American Textile Co. Ninety-one percent of Tranquility consumer testers said Tranquility helps them fall asleep faster, 92 percent said they sleep more soundly, and 87 percent said they stay asleep longer with fewer restless awakenings during the night.

Posted March 15, 2021

Source: American Textile Co.

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