Tire Mold Manufacturer King Machine Expanding Operations In Sumter County

COLUMBIA, S.C. — March 1, 2021 — King Machine, a tire mold manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more than $2.6 million investment will create 30 new jobs.

Founded in 1951, King Machine manufactures tire molds and tire components for the original equipment and replacement markets. The company also provides mold services, warehousing, repair and refurbishment as well as consultative technical services to support tire operations.

Located in the Black River Industrial Park in Sumter, King Machine’s expansion includes a custom-finished, 50,000-square-foot facility that will increase the company’s operating capacity.

The expansion is expected to be completed by 2024. Individuals interested in joining the King Machine team should visit the company’s careers webpage https://www.kingmachinemolds.com/employment/

“King Machine is excited to continue growing in Sumter, S.C.,” said King Machine CEO Mike Wells. “The support received from the Sumter community and Continental Tire, along with the support and expertise provided by Thompson Turner Construction has solidified our decision to continue investing and creating jobs in Sumter, S.C.”

“South Carolina is a global leader in the tire industry, and it’s great to see that trend continue with this expansion by King Machine,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “These new jobs will make a positive impact within the Sumter community, and we look forward to seeing them grow and succeed in our state.”

“We’re always excited to see an existing company grow its presence in our state,” said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. “Congratulations to King Machine on this latest expansion and the creation of 30 new jobs in Sumter County.”

“The expansion of King Machine in Sumter County speaks volumes not only about the growth trajectory of the company, but also the support and leadership that we have here,” added Sumter County Council Chairman James T. McCain Jr. “Our goal is to surround businesses with valued stakeholders and a qualified workforce as a foundation for operational excellence.”

“We are quite pleased to learn of the growth and expansion of King Machine in Sumter and look forward to continuing our long-standing relationship,” said Sumter Mayor David Merchant. “The jobs and investment that accompany this expansion further cement Sumter as a great place to live, work and do business.”

“This region is positioned for greatness as evidenced by the recent announcement of the expansion of King Machine in Sumter,” TheLINK Economic Development Alliance Chairman Gordon Eckley. “We work diligently to provide industries the necessary backing to realize our fullest potential and their ultimate success.”

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: South Carolina Office of the Governor

Wrangler® Announces Georgia May Jagger As The Face Of Its Heritage Women’s Denim Collection

GREENSBORO, N.C. — March 1, 2021 — Global denim brand Wrangler® today announced that it has welcomed Georgia May Jagger, top model, to the family as the face of its Women’s Heritage Collection, which launched Fall/Winter 2020. Jagger was photographed by Cass Bird in New York City, bringing the “Turn Heads. Capture Hearts” campaign concept to life. The tagline nods to how the Wrangler woman confidently commands attention while living by her own rules, and creative will appear in print, digital and in-store displays in North America, Europe, Asia and South America.

“For decades, Wrangler has inspired women to be confident, bold and express their personal style,” said Vivian Rivetti, vice president, Global Design, Wrangler. “Georgia May Jagger’s entrepreneurial spirit and swagger personifies how the Women’s Heritage Collection is designed to make women feel. Georgia moves through the world with confidence and we’re excited for her to lend her style and authentic spirit to help us bring the collection to life.”

Every jean in the Heritage Collection was designed after the legendary look that won the West — the 0936 Wrangler Cowboy Cut slim fit men’s jean — with a figure-flattering top block that hugs from the waist to the hips. The five styles include the global best-selling Wild West, a straight leg; the North American best-selling Wanderer, a flare; Westward, an exaggerated bootcut; Wriggler, a skinny; and Worldwide, an exaggerated wide leg.

“Wrangler is one of the original denim brands that’s been on the map for decades. Their authentic heritage and modern style works perfectly for me and is everything I look for in a pair of jeans. I’m really happy to be working with them,” said Jagger.

The collection is available on Wrangler.com and in select retail locations across the globe.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: Wrangler®

NIKE Inc. Announces Senior Leadership Change: Ann Hebert, Vice President And General Manager, North America Geography, Steps Down

BEAVERTON, Ore. — March 1, 2021 — NIKE Inc. announced that Ann Hebert, vice president and general manager, North America geography, has departed from the company, effective today, March 1. Hebert leaves Nike after more than 25 years with the brand. Nike plans to announce a new head of its North American geography shortly.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: NIKE Inc.

PPG Appoints John Stephenson As Director, Acquisition Integration

John Stephenson

PITTSBURGH — March 2, 2021 — PPG today announced that John Stephenson, current business controller, industrial coatings, has been promoted to director, acquisition integration. In this new global role, Stephenson reports to Michael McGarry, PPG chairman and CEO.

Stephenson is responsible for the overall integration of PPG acquisitions. He will work to prioritize and achieve project goals, plans and key actions; assure integration plans meet PPG’s standards for operational excellence; and deliver strategic synergies. He will also serve as the integration leader for the recently announced Tikkurila acquisition, subject to close.

Stephenson brings a proven track record in a wide range of business unit and functional roles, and has played leadership roles in a number of key PPG acquisitions. Since joining PPG in 1985, he has held finance leadership positions in all PPG industrial segment businesses, and PPG’s global architectural coatings business. His experience includes corporate oversight of financial analysis, financial reporting and audit services.

Stephenson is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and earned a master of business administration (MBA) degree from the University of Pittsburgh.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: PPG

Composites One Acquires Process Materials Business From Solvay

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — March 2, 2021 — Composites One, a North American supplier of composites materials and value added services, has completed its purchase of the Process Materials business from the Solvay Composites Materials Global Business. The acquisition is a unique opportunity for the company to add international manufacturing and sales capabilities in specialized materials used in a variety of vacuum-assisted composite manufacturing processes.

Working with Composites One on the successful acquisition was Emko Capital, which specializes in investing in and managing privately held industrial and manufacturing businesses.

The acquired business has been rebranded as Aerovac and is a major manufacturer, developer and supplier of process materials, tooling and services used in prepreg processing, vacuum infusion, glass lamination, and other industrial applications.

The Aerovac brand was first established in the 1970s in Europe and has always represented innovation in process materials. It changed in 2000 to Richmond/Aerovac, a name referenced in current Aerospace specifications. “The name Aerovac pays homage to the brand’s heritage and customer focus which is now combined with the market presence of Composites One,” said Robert Murdock, vice president and general manager of Aerovac.

The Aerovac line is comprised of an extensive array of vacuum bagging materials, from bagging films, breather fabrics, release films and fabrics, to peel plies, sealant tapes, valves and hoses. Also available are tailored process materials kits and hard and soft tooling.

These products are the same quality process materials that Composites One has been providing to customers the past two years while serving as Solvay’s North American distributor. “Aerovac is a natural, strategic extension of Composites One’s business.” said Steve Dehmlow, CEO of Composites One. “It positions us for future growth, and further establishes Composites One as a major supplier to the Aerospace, Wind Energy and Marine markets.”

“We believe that the Process Materials business will greatly benefit from being part of Composites One,” said Carmelo Lo Faro, president of Solvay Composite Materials Global Business Unit. “Their intent is to grow and invest in the business, fostering innovation, reliability and customer service and build on the excellent work that our Team has done.”

With the acquisition, Composites One gains multiple manufacturing, kit design/fabrication and materials distribution locations including Santa Fe Springs, Calif.; Sumner, Wash.; Keighley, England; Mondovi, Italy; and Toulouse, France. An additional site in Toulouse focuses on the design and manufacture of hard and soft tooling. Another attractive inclusion is a U.K.-based distribution business, Med-Lab, which trades in aircraft engine overhaul consumables and fuel testing instruments.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: Composites One

Canada Goose And NBA Announce Multiyear Partnership

Canada Goose & NBA Collection with RHUDE Chilliwack Bomber, Portage Jacket, Freestyle Vest, Macmillan Parka

TORONTO — March 2, 2021 — Today, Canada Goose announced a multiyear partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) that makes Canada Goose a Proud Outerwear Partner of NBA All-Star. In support of the partnership and timed to the NBA’s annual All-Star celebration, Canada Goose will develop an exclusive design collaboration each year for players and fans alike. This year’s design partner is Los Angeles-based brand, RHUDE, known for balancing luxury techniques with streetwear elements.

“Canada Goose has been a coveted brand across the influential arenas of film, entertainment and sport for decades. This multiyear partnership is a significant milestone for Canada Goose and the NBA; and our inaugural design partner, RHUDE, known for a culturally impactful approach to design, is the perfect tipoff partner,” said Dani Reiss, president and CEO, Canada Goose. “While this year looks different, we are proud to celebrate the players who have always supported us.”

“We are excited that Canada Goose will be recognizing the players and their accomplishments with their All-Star collections in the years ahead,” said Salvatore LaRocca, NBA President, Global Partnerships. “Canada Goose will bring its legacy of style and innovation to the league’s global celebration of the game.”

The inaugural year of the partnership will launch with the Play in the Open challenge, born from Canada Goose’s Live in the Open ethos — the brand’s invitation to express oneself freely and without judgement.  The Play in the Open challenge will launch on TikTok on March 4 with a Tip Off Crew performing their best basketball trick. The Tip Off Crew, including RHUDE’s Founder, Rhuigi Villaseñor, and NBA center James Wiseman, will challenge followers to join in with their best spin, dunk or dribble and challenge three people to do the same – all in the spirit of coming together while staying apart.

The Canada Goose & NBA Collection with RHUDE is a four-piece unisex outerwear capsule designed for the elements and built for year-round use. Canada Goose is inspired by its archives, and each style reflects its heritage, including quilting, patches, bold branding and vintage washed colours and prints, all with distinct design cues from RHUDE.

“The NBA merges cultures, socioeconomics and brings people around the world together in the name of sport.  Canada Goose is an innovative lifestyle brand, redefining the category. It was a no-brainer to partner with these two iconic brands,” said Rhuigi Villaseñor, founder, RHUDE. “This collaboration honours the heritage of both the NBA and Canada Goose, and is a tribute to the athletes that already covet the brand.”

The collaboration’s pinnacle piece is the Freestyle Vest, a layering necessity fit for shoulder seasons, transitional temperatures, and premier protection. Freestyle Vests from this year’s Canada Goose & NBA Collection with RHUDE will be made available to all 2021 NBA All-Star participants and will be available for sale through canadagoose.com and select Canada Goose retail stores in the United States and Canada.

The Portage Jacket, a relaxed-fit trench coat, is sought-after for its versatility and convertible length, easily customizable via snap closures. The capsule’s two parkas are Canada Goose’s classics — the Chilliwack Bomber and Macmillan Parka. The Chilliwack is known for its durability, warmth and mobility, while the Macmillan provides fundamental protection for active city living. Each style is exclusively finished off with the Canada Goose disc, NBA logo and RHUDE patch. Canada Goose’s promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the outside world comes to life through the collection and Play in the Open, championing freedom of expression.

This Canada Goose and NBA partnership is an expansion of Canada Goose’s activation during NBA All-Star 2016 in its hometown of Toronto, where the company created limited edition co-branded parkas for both NBA All-Star teams.

The 2021 NBA All-Star Game will be held on Sunday, March 7 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, home of the Atlanta Hawks. The Canada Goose & NBA Collection with RHUDE drops right before Sunday’s game, starting March 5 at select Canada Goose retail stores and online at canadagoose.com in the United States and Canada.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: Canada Goose

Oerlikon To Be Operationally Climate Neutral By 2030 — Publishes Its First Sustainability Report

PFÄFFIKON/SCHWYZ, Switzerland — March 2, 2021 — Oerlikon today made a strong public commitment to sustainability by publishing its first Sustainability Report, Innovation for a Sustainable Future.

“Sustainability has been an integral part of our strategy that drives our innovations and operations to serve our customers’ needs for many years,” stated Dr. Roland Fischer, CEO Oerlikon Group. “With the report, we now make a public commitment and join the ranks of people proactively engaging with sustainability and inspiring others to do the same.”

Helping customers in key industries to achieve more with less is an integral part of Oerlikon’s value proposition, technologies and operations. Based on the materiality analysis, Oerlikon has selected 8 out of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where the company can make the most difference for its stakeholders.

Environmental, social and governance targets for 2030 have been set by the Group in areas that align most closely with its operations, policies and capabilities. These targets, for example using only energy from renewable sources and increasing the number of women in leadership roles, have been selected with care and consideration in areas where Oerlikon can make the greatest impact.

“Setting ambitious targets, such as achieving climate neutrality in our operations by 2030, clearly underlines our commitment,” added Dr. Fischer. “We also intend to have 100 percent of our R&D investment in new products to cover the ESG criteria. We have always seen innovation and sustainability as interdependent — for example, in 2019, our innovative technology solutions for jet engines helped our customers in the aerospace industry to save 25 million tons of CO2. At the same time, the CO2 impact of our own global operations was only 157,000 tons.”

Oerlikon has many other tangible examples of how its engineering and processing of materials and surfaces contribute to sustainability in collaboration with its customers. Oerlikon’s technologies lengthen the useful life of machinery and tools, improve automotive and aerospace fuel efficiency and pioneer advances in textile manufacturing and the future of mobility.

Oerlikon’s 2020 Sustainability Report is prepared according to the internationally recognized GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards1, underlining the Group’s commitment to transparently sharing its sustainability achievements and progress, and is accessible online at www.sustainabilityreport.oerlikon.com.

1 GRI Standards (core option).

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: Oerlikon

JEC World 2021 Postponed: Next JEC World Will Take Place March 8-10, 2022

PARIS — March 2, 2021 — The continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic unfolding throughout 2021 has forced the JEC World team to reexamine the possibility of holding the next edition of JEC World this year. Thus, after thorough consultation of clients and partners, the JEC World team has decided to postpone the next edition of JEC World to March 8-10, 2022.

Amidst growing concern among our exhibitors and partners surrounding the critical situation of the COVID 19 restrictive measures and other limitations in place in many countries, the JEC World team has decided to work on a new timeline to hold the next edition of the event in the best conditions in 2022. Thus, JEC World exhibitors were asked to respond to a survey offering two new dates to determine which one would suit them the most. It appeared that 89 percent of respondents favored holding the next JEC World session from March 8-10, 2022.

“The coronavirus pandemic situation has taken the central stage, so in light of the current situation, it would not be possible for us to satisfy our customers’ requirements for such an international trade fair as JEC World in June. We truly regret having to make this difficult decision once again. However, we are all committed, starting today, to deliver the best JEC World experience to our clients in 2022,” said Eric Pierrejean, CEO of JEC Group. “While waiting for welcoming the international composites community back to Paris in March 2022, JEC Group team is preparing various online Rendez-Vous in June enabling the entire composites community to discover trends and innovations, and to connect,″ he added.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: JEC Group

Huntsman Textile Effects, Sciessent Partner To Enable Sustainable Microbe- And Odor-Resistant Textiles

SINGAPORE March 2, 2021 — Huntsman Textile Effects and Sciessent have entered into a strategic partnership to bring revolutionary antimicrobial and odor-control solutions to textile mills and brands worldwide.

As consumers around the world begin paying more attention to health and hygiene, Huntsman Textile Effects and Sciessent will cooperate to help mills and brands deliver active wear, outerwear, home textiles and other products with long-lasting protection against microbial growth and odor. Huntsman Textile Effects will also become the exclusive distribution partner of Sciessent’s Agion® Antimicrobial*, Lava XL® anti-odor solution, and dual-action Active XL®.

“Both Huntsman Textile Effects and Sciessent share a deep commitment to innovation, environmental sustainability and customer service. As partners, our joint goal is to offer the highest level of protection for textiles so that they stay fresher for longer,” said Rohit Aggarwal, president of Huntsman Textile Effects. “Huntsman Textile Effects now has one of the industry’s most complete end-to-end systems for high-performance protection effects, with a full range of innovative and sustainable protection and comfort technologies from pre-treatment to coloration and finishing.”

“Our presence in the global textile and apparel market has been rapidly expanding based on the strength of our solution set and reputation for delivering an exceptional customer experience,” said Sciessent CEO Paul C. Ford. “Through this partnership, we are both extending our reach to manufacturers and enhancing our offerings by coupling them with Huntsman Textile Effects’ broad range of innovative and sustainable protection technologies. It is a great opportunity for manufacturers to differentiate their products through the combined strength of our brands.”

Sciessent is recognized for the proven effectiveness and safety of its antimicrobial and anti-odor technologies throughout the global textile and apparel industry.

Sciessent Agion Antimicrobial is the industry-leading antimicrobial solution. Designed with smart-release technology, it delivers long-lasting protection by releasing its active antimicrobial agents only when needed. It can be built-in or applied via padding, exhaust or package yarn to any textile alongside other functional finishes, dyes, inks and pre-treatments. Durable up to 100 home washes, Agion is also customizable to meet brands’ performance and cost goals. Agion Antimicrobial has been used on FDA-approved medical devices.*

Sciessent Lava XL is a next-generation non-bioactive odor-control solution, ideal for sportwear and athleisure wear. While other odor-control technologies capture odors and release them during laundering, Lava XL’s triple action technology utilizes zeolite minerals with a large surface area to capture, absorb and degrade odors as they pass through the fabric.

Sciessent Agion Active XL combines the advanced dual technologies of Agion Antimicrobial and Lava XL to deliver outstanding odor protection. The antimicrobial fights odor-causing bacteria on the garment, while the odor-control solution captures odor generated by sweat on the skin. The result is that garments smell fresher for longer and sustain a high level of performance for more wears.

The Sciessent solutions are easily integrated into the finishing process and can be combined with a range of other finishes, including Huntsman Textile Effects’ durable water repellents and comfort systems to cost-effectively produce high-performance textile products that are safe and sustainable.

Huntsman Textile Effects and Sciessent both champion environmentally responsible products that help the textile industry meet its regulatory obligations and the expectations of the world’s most exacting brands and consumers. The Agion, Lava XL and Active XL products are all bluesign® approved and listed on the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation ZDHC Gateway, complying with ZDHC Level 3 requirements.

*The Agion® Antimicrobial is presently registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as a preservative and bacteriostatic agent for use in treated articles under 40 CFR 152.25a. The information presented herein is not intended to support or endorse public health claims for treated articles. The Agion® Antimicrobial is also used in medical devices under the Food and Drug Administration; those medical device claims are based on safety and efficacy testing and are limited to those approved by FDA.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: Huntsman Textile Effects

New Format for AATCC Spring Meetings 

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — March 2, 2021 — This Spring 2021, AATCC Remote Committee Meetings will be separated into two weeks. AATCC Administrative Committees will meet remotely April 13-15, 2021, to discuss the business and administrative activities of the association. AATCC Research Committees and Interest Groups will meet remotely May 11-13, 2021, to develop test methods, conferences, and other educational programs or publications.

As always, there is no fee or membership requirement to attend administrative or research meetings. AATCC membership is available to textile professionals who would like voting rights on committee ballots. AATCC voting members impact the textile standards and programs used around the world.

It is fast and easy to register free online with new simplified registration process. Attendants no longer need to select individual meetings in advance. Just register for the series as a whole with one click and create a detailed schedule at your convenience later on.

Meetings can now be automatically added to calendars — including the specific URL to join. Each meeting has a unique URL and dial-in ID to avoid confusion and overlap. Once registered, attendants will receive links for all available meetings.

Several committees will host speakers in addition to holding their regular business meetings.

Watch the AATCC website, publications, and social media for meeting updates, including speakers and other special presentations. Committee members will receive minutes and agendas as they are available. Please be part of the great work of these committees.

Posted March 2, 2021

Source: AATCC

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