Glen Raven Expands On Industry-Leading Warranty For Sunbrella® Fabrics

BURLINGTON, N.C. — January 14, 2021 — Glen Raven Custom Fabrics announces an enhanced warranty for Sunbrella® fabrics to include replacement labor costs in all categories, including residential and commercial upholstery, shade and marine applications in the rare instances when replacement fabric may be needed.

With the inclusion of replacement costs, Sunbrella fabrics are backed by the most comprehensive warranties in the industry. Sunbrella is currently the only performance fabric brand to guarantee against loss of color and strength, plus pilling and abrasion, with a five-year limited warranty for upholstery fabrics that now includes labor coverage for the first three years in addition to fabric replacement. The brand’s shade and marine fabrics hold an industry-leading 10-year limited warranty with labor costs covered for the first five years.

“For 60 years, Sunbrella fabrics have set the standard for industry-leading performance with fabrics designed for countless applications,” said Dave Swers, president of Glen Raven Custom Fabrics. “Our proven expertise and proprietary technologies allow us to demonstrate our commitment to quality by expanding our industry-leading guarantee and support to collectively benefit our retailers, manufacturers, fabricators and consumers. This gives our partners and end users even more confidence to purchase and apply Sunbrella fabrics to sofas, casual furniture, awnings or boats knowing that Sunbrella stands behind its products and its customers.”

Posted January 14, 2021

Source: Glen Raven Custom Fabrics

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Welcomes First Members In Latin America

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — January 14, 2021 — Today the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol welcomed its first Latin America-based members: Central America Spinning Works El Salvador, Cone Mills, Colhilados, Fabricato, Gama Textil, Global Textiles, Grupo Industrial Miro, Grupo Vivatex, Hilanderia de Algodon Peruano, Honduras Spinning Mills, Industrias Cannon de Colombia, Industrias Merlet, Industria Textil del Pacifico, Junior de Mexico (OGGI Jeans), Manufacturas Kaltex, MT Textiles, OA, Playeras Mark, Premium Knits, Quality Knits, Ropa Siete Leguas, SJ Jersey Ecuatoriano, Tavex, Textufil, Textiles Marie Lou, Textil del Valle, WT Sourcing and Zagis. Among other benefits, membership enables these mills and manufacturers to prove that the cotton fiber element in their textiles is more sustainably grown.

“We are pleased that these companies have joined the Trust Protocol as the textile industry works to improve the transparency in their supply chain that brands and retailers are asking for,” said Dr. Gary Adams, president of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. “The Trust Protocol is providing verified, reliable data about cotton growers’ responsible growing practices in six key areas — water use, greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, soil carbon, soil loss and land use efficiency — and shows how sustainability is constantly improving through the entire supply chain.”

Mills and manufacturers who become members have access to the Trust Protocol credit system to validate consumption of cotton and associated credits. The combination of a unique credit accounting system and the Permanent Bale Identification (PBI) system enables brands to have transparency throughout the supply chain to finished product.

In December 2020, the Trust Protocol also announced the membership of Gap Inc. as part of their integrated sustainability strategy and to help achieve their commitment to use only 100% sustainably-sourced cotton by 2025. December also saw the announcement of the first 10 U.S. mills to join the Trust Protocol: Buhler Quality Yarns, Cap Yarns, CCW, Contempora Fabrics, Cotswold Industries Inc., Frontier Yarns, Hamrick Mills, Inman Mills, Parkdale Inc. and Swisstex Direct.

The Trust Protocol has been invited to join Cotton 2040 and its CottonUp guide and is also on the Textile Exchange’s list of 36 preferred fibers and materials that more than 170 participating brands and retailers can select from as part of Textile Exchange’s Material Change Index program.

Posted January 14, 2021

Source: U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

Davlyn Group Appoints Vice President And General Manager: Stephen Tang To Manage The Company’s Norfab-Amatex Division

SPRING CITY, Pa. — January 13, 2021 — Davlyn Group, a portfolio company of Emko Capital, has announced that Stephen Tang has joined the company as vice president and general manager, Norfab-Amatex.

Stephen was most recently with ITW, where he was the Industrial Business Unit Manager for Brooks Instruments. Prior to ITW, he held several general management and engineering roles at Micross Components and Kulicke and Soffa, including an expat role in Switzerland.

“Stephen’s experience working across a range of small and large companies, combined with capabilities in areas such as lean and ITW’s 80/20 process, make him a great fit for leading our recently acquired Norfab-Amatex business,” said Mauricio Zavatti, Davlyn Group CEO. “I also want to recognize John and Tom Weber, Dick Howard, and the rest of the Norfab-Amatex leadership team for all of their support during our integration process, and look forward to the company’s next phase of growth.”

“I am excited to join Davlyn Group’s leadership team,” commented Tang. “Norfab-Amatex’s customer-centric culture, best-in-class manufacturing capabilities, and history of innovation within the thermal protection and personal protective equipment (PPE) segments provide a solid foundation for growth.”

Stephen holds a BS in Materials Science and Engineering from Cornell and an MBA from Columbia University.

Posted January 13, 2021

Source: Davlyn Group

Freudenberg Introduces ECO-CHECK

WEINHEIM, Germany — January 13, 2021 — Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) has now begun using the ECO-CHECK label to identify particularly sustainable products within its portfolio. The label helps customers to quickly and clearly identify sustainable products. Freudenberg products bearing the ECO-CHECK label meet demanding criteria in at least one of four categories: Saving resources, eco-efficiency for customers, reduced environmental impact at the end of the product’s life, or extended durability.

“The ECO-CHECK label quickly and accurately indicates to our customers at a glance that the relevant product offers a significant advantage in terms of environmental protection compared to our standard products or those of our competitors”, explained John McNabb, CTO Freudenberg Performance Materials.

Four demanding environmental aspects

A Freudenberg product bearing the ECO CHECK label fulfills at least one of four demanding environmental aspects: 1) Its manufacture saves resources; 2) It improves the manufacturing footprint of our customers; 3) It is recyclable, biodegradable or can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner after use. 4) Certain features contribute to a long service life of the product.

Current examples

Many of Freudenberg’s products bearing the ECO-CHECK label contain a high proportion of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET), derived for example from plastic bottles. In this case, the most important environmental advantage is the reduction in CO2 emissions. Typical examples of products offering this benefit are carpet backings and components for shoes and clothing, including comfortemp® materials.

Increased durability, raw material savings and improved eco-efficiency for customers are the main features of numerous Evolon® fabrics, which are used by consumers in the form of bed linen, bath towels and reusable cleaning cloths, for example.

The ECO-CHECK label also demonstrates the significant sustainability advantage of a small number of manufacturing and processing steps for a particular healthcare product: a hydrophilic PU foam with a direct coating of silicone adhesives, which is used in modern wound care.

Posted January 13, 2021

Source: Freudenberg Performance Materials Holding SE & Co. KG

Pindler Predicts Top Fabric Trends For 2021

MOORPARK, Calif. — January 12, 2021 — We’ve said goodbye to 2020, and now it’s time to say hello to a new year and new opportunities to get creative with exciting up-and-coming fabric trends. Pindler’s design team predicts that 2021 will bring bold colors, comforting environments and a focus on cleanability. As these trends shape the industry this year, vibrant hues, serene shades, soft textures and performance qualities will all be in high demand.

Go Bold

GO BOLD

The start of a new year is the perfect excuse to revamp existing spaces and make a bold statement. Vibrant colors like intense purples, saturated oranges and lively pinks are a great way to add a touch of fun. These invigorating shades energize any environment, whether you make a big commitment — like paint or upholstery — or add in small accessories for a pop of color.

Comfort and calm

COMFORT AND CALM

In these times, being able to retreat to comforting and tranquil settings is a must. More people are creating calm, relaxing environments in their homes and filling them with serene colors and soft furnishings that make for a perfect place to unwind. In addition to velvets, which continue to trend, lofty chenille fabrics and bouclé textures are perfect choices for designing plush and cozy interiors.

Outside in

BRING THE OUTDOORS IN

The performance attributes of indoor-outdoor fabrics continue to make them a go-to for any indoor project. Cleanability has become increasingly important inside the home and, for many, the ease of wiping away spills and being able to clean fabrics with bleach is a win-win. Whether you choose a solid, stripe or pattern — and whether you want a traditional, modern or global aesthetic — there are numerous indoor-outdoor fabrics available that offer both sharp design and peace of mind.

A variety of beautiful fabrics that fit these trends are available at Pindler’s 16 corporate showrooms and nine agent showrooms across the United States as well as two agent showrooms in Canada.

Posted January 13, 2021

Source: Pindler

The Nonwovens Institute Introduces New Comprehensive Spunbond And Meltblown Course — Virtually — In Response To Urgent Manufacturing Needs

CARY, N.C. — January 13, 2021 — Professionals in the nonwovens/engineered fabrics industry are invited to advance their technical skills in a new 2-day nonwoven short course in the “Virtual Introduction to Spunbond and Meltblown Technology”. This course was developed by North Carolina State University’s The Nonwovens Institute and launched by INDA, the Association of Nonwoven Fabrics Industry. The all virtual course is designed to help manufacturers meet the demand for comprehensive training in the spunbond and meltblown web forming processes used to manufacture respirator/medical face masks, wipes, absorbent hygiene, filtration media, sorbents, and insulation among other end uses.

The course will be held on consecutive Wednesdays, March 24 and March 31, 2021, for a total of 11.5 hours of rigorous training, and available for a two-week review after the course concludes. Production tours of NWI’s spunbond and meltblown lines led by NWI’s renowned team of industry and nonwoven expert instructors are a key component of the virtual agenda. To register or for more information, visit https://www.inda.org/education/advanced-training.php.

“Nonwoven professionals have expressed great interest in expanding their knowledge in spunbond and meltblown technologies. We want to meet that need in spite of COVID-19 restrictions, hence the virtual offering. This new course will ground participants in these growing technologies, so they can continue to expand their product lines and business,” said Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, executive director of The Nonwovens Institute and Associate Dean of the NC State University College of Textiles.

Expert Instructors for the new course include:

  • Pierre D. Grondin, product development director, The Nonwovens Institute NWI;
  • Dr. Bryan Haynes, director of Research and Engineering in Global Nonwovens, Kimberly-Clark Corp.;
  • Dr. Jeffrey Krueger, raw material technology leader, Kimberly-Clark Global Nonwovens;
  • Amy Minton, physical testing lab manager, The Nonwovens Institute NWI;
  • David Nelson, assistant director, Industry Engagement and Education, NWI, 3M, (retired);
  • Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, William A. Klopman Distinguished professor of Textile Materials and associate dean for Industry Research and Extension, North Carolina State University, and executive director, NWI

“INDA is delighted to partner with The Nonwovens Institute at NC State University on their new virtual spunbond and meltblown training course. INDA members, NWI members, and the industry at large will benefit from NWI’s expertise and the ability to further their professional development while complying with COVID-19 restrictions on large gatherings. The addition of virtual tours of their spunbond and meltblown lines will truly round out participants’ experience and knowledge,” said Dave Rousse, INDA President.

Posted January 13, 2021

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Campine Expands Recycling Activities

BEERSE, Belgium— January 11, 2021 — Campine has expanded its recycling activities with an innovative process to recycle chemicals directly out of post-consumer and industrial metal waste.

The company, located in Beerse near Antwerp, has two main activities — the recycling of lead from car batteries; and the production of antimony trioxide, a chemical additive. Antimony trioxide makes plastics and textiles flame retardant. It is produced out of antimony metal, which mainly comes from mining activities in China, and Central and Southeast Asia.

Beside these main activities, Campine’s Metals Recycling division has been developing a business to extract or concentrate other metals such as tin, antimony, silver and gold from industrial waste streams. Campine has now developed an innovative process to transform antimony containing fractions in industrial waste directly into antimony trioxide. The company invested 4.9 million euros in this. “The lead-alloys used for the manufacturing of new car batteries is containing less and less antimony, whilst the old used batteries, which Campine receives for recycling, still have a much higher antimony content.” explained Hilde Goovaerts, who is in charge of metallurgical technology at Campine. “With our new process we can recover the excess of antimony and transform it directly into trioxide, which can be used further in our Specialty Chemicals division. This innovation is almost exclusive to Campine, as we are the only company in Europe and by extension in the world, that combines the recycling of lead-acid batteries and the manufacturing of antimony trioxide” she concludes. The innovation has been recognized by the Flemish government, who officially awarded an investment subsidy of 1 million euros during its council meeting on Friday January 8th. The government confirms herewith the sustainable character of the innovation and the strive to develop circular processes in Flanders.

The demand for recycled products increases year-on-year. In 2018 Campine introduced as first company in the world a recycled antimony trioxide grade called ReGen™ (re-generated). “We were immediately sold out of the ReGen product as we had only limited volumes available” states CEO De Vos “With our new process, we will be able to produce on an industrial scale larger quantities for our customers, which already often use recycled polymers and will now be able to complement those with recycled additives. On top of this, it makes Campine – and to some extent Europe – less dependent on the dominant Chinese imports of antimony metal,” De Vos emphasized. Campine wants to provide at least 20% of its antimony metal demand through this type of recovery from regional waste streams. The new process to recycle antimony is already in its start-up phase and it will already contribute to Campine’s results in 2021.

Posted January 12, 2021

Source: Campine NV

Tyrone Michael (T.J.) Jordan Named To Cooper Tire Board Of Directors

FINDLAY, Ohio — January 11, 2021 — The Board of Directors of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company has named Tyrone Michael (T.J.) Jordan a director of the company effective January 10.

Jordan is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of DURA Automotive Systems, a leading tier one automotive supplier of electric/hybrid systems, advanced driver-assistance systems, mechatronics, lightweight structural systems, and luxury trim systems for premier automotive brands. In this role he was responsible for strategic growth and operational initiatives across the global enterprise. Under his leadership, DURA instituted new electric vehicle/hybrid smart technologies and an operational excellence transformation strategy to ensure the efficiency and flexibility needed to thrive during the next technological period of mobility evolution.

Jordan joined DURA in 2015 following a career of more than three decades, which included leadership roles with General Motors and United Technologies Corporation. During his 25-year tenure with General Motors, which included living internationally in Brazil, China and Mexico, he held positions of increasing responsibility in operations, purchasing, technology, business development, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and engineering. His most recent role there was Executive Vice President, Global Operations and Customer Experience. Jordan also served for five years with United Technologies Corporation in leadership roles that included Senior Vice President, Global Operations and Supply Chain.

He received his Executive Aerospace & Defense Master of Business Administration (ADMBA) in Operations, Strategy & Finance from the University of Tennessee, a degree in Pre-law from Eastern Michigan University and a degree in Industrial Engineering Technology from Purdue University. Jordan also currently serves on the Boards of Directors of TPI Composites, Inc., Oshkosh Corporation, Trinity Industries, Inc., and on the Dean’s Advisory Board of the College of Business of Eastern Michigan University.

Cooper Board Chairman John J. Holland said, “T.J. is an accomplished and forward-thinking senior executive with significant experience in the automotive industry. We look forward to leveraging his automotive industry and operations leadership experience as Cooper continues to execute its strategic priorities and works to meet consumer demand for high-quality Cooper tires. We welcome T.J. to the board and look forward to his valuable counsel and insights.”

Posted January 12, 2021

Source: Cooper Tire & Rubber Company

Arris Wins BIG Innovation Award For Advances In Manufacturing

BERKELEY, Calif. — January 12, 2021 — Arris, a California-based manufacturing tech pioneer enabling the use of high-performance composites in mass-market products, today announced it has won the BIG Innovation Award.

Presented by the Business Intelligence Group, the BIG Innovation Annual Award recognizes organizations, products and people that are bringing new ideas to life in innovative ways. Arris was selected for its innovative approach to manufacturing. Arris’ flagship technology, Additive Molding™, is a high-speed manufacturing process that allows the world’s top brands to precisely align continuous carbon fibers and embed electronic components and multifunctional materials into a single topologically optimized part or component. The result: a cost-effective method for manufacturing lighter, stronger, faster, and more intelligent products at scale.

“More than ever, the global society relies on innovation to help progress humanity and make our lives more productive, healthy and comfortable,” said Maria Jimenez, chief operating officer of the Business Intelligence Group. “We are thrilled to be honoring Arris as they are one of the organizations leading this charge and helping humanity progress.”

“At Arris, we’re on a mission to reinvent manufacturing and deliver the products of the future,” said Ethan Escowitz, CEO of Arris. “We’ve successfully demonstrated how our technology can transform products in terms of design, weight, performance, and sustainability. We’re honored to receive the Big Innovation award and be recognized for our contributions to the future of manufacturing.”

Arris’ Big Innovation award is the latest recognition for the emerging company. Most recently, Arris’ Additive Molding Carbon Fiber Truss won the Red Dot: Design Concept 2020 award, the largest professional design concept competition in the world. The company has also recently teamed up with Skydio to revolutionize drone design and manufacturing, and has received investment from Robert Bosch Venture Capital to bring advanced composites to new sectors.

Posted January 12, 2021

Source: Arris

VF Corp. Announces Regional Transformation Plan To Enable Long-Term Growth In Asia

DENVER/SHANGHAI — January 11, 2021 — VF Corp., a global supplier of branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, today announced a transformation plan for its Asia Pacific operations focused on evolving the region’s organizational design and footprint, and building new capabilities to accelerate growth for its brands.

As part of its transformation initiative, VF will move the center of its brand operations from Hong Kong to Shanghai where the company currently employs approximately 900 office and retail associates. VF’s Asia Product Supply Hub, which serves as the base of operations for its global supply chain in the region, will also move from Hong Kong and relocate to Singapore. An additional shared services center for the region will be established in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. VF will activate a phased transition plan to guide these relocations over the next 12 to 18 months with the first moves expected in April 2021.

“Today’s announcement reinforces our commitment to invest in our business across the Asia Pacific region, while also supporting VF’s overall transformation plan to become a more consumer-minded, retail-centric and hyper-digital enterprise,” said Steve Rendle, VF’s chairman, president and CEO. “We established our presence in Asia 25 years ago and have continually shaped our business around the region’s many evolving opportunities. Now, we’re further transforming our Asia operations so we can better serve this fast-moving, technology-driven market with increased speed and capabilities.”

By placing its brands’ center of operations in Shanghai, VF aims to forge stronger and more relevant relationships with Chinese consumers. Relocating its Product Supply Hub to Singapore will enable greater integration across VF’s global supply chain network, which also includes key hubs in Europe and the Americas. Additionally, VF will redeploy some of its product supply talent and resources throughout its primary sourcing countries in the region to work more closely with key suppliers and drive greater efficiency.

Rendle continued: “We’ve made great strides in recent years to advance our brand strategy in Asia with new capabilities in digital and analytics, stronger relationships with the region’s digital titans, and the appointment of new VF leaders in both Tokyo and Shanghai. As we build on this strong foundation, we also see significant opportunities in creating a hyper-digital supply chain with a key hub in Singapore that will enable us to unlock greater speed and agility in how we make, source and move our products around the world.”

VF’s additional shared services center in Kuala Lumpur will help the company further expand the footprint of the back-end business functions that support its brands and supply chain operations across the Asia Pacific region. The new center will house various functions including digital technology, finance, human resources, and logistics. Hong Kong will remain a key retail market for VF and its brands.

Posted January 12, 2021

Source: VF Corp.

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