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Celanese to address economic, social and environmental challenges
September 30th, 2013
“Be innovative, committed and collaborative to help make the world a better place.” This is one of the missions of Celanese, a global technology and specialty materials company.This mission is driving the formation of the Celanese International Impact Program, an employee volunteer program of the Celanese Foundation that will help organizations and people around the […]
Teijin rolls out eco-friendly Green Carpet for Tokyo International Film Festival
September 27th, 2013
Teijin Limited, Tokyo, Japan, has announced that, for the sixth consecutive year, it will provide an eco-friendly Green Carpet made with ECOPET recycled polyester fiber derived from used polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles for the Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF). The event is one of Asia's most competitive film festivals and will be held at the […]
AATCC issues new Stain Release Replica
September 26th, 2013
AATCC, based in Research Triangle Park, N.C., has developed a new digitally-printed Stain Release Replica for use with AATCC Test Method (TM) 130, Soil Release: Oily Stain Release Method. The new Stain Release Replica was developed by the association’s RA56 Stain Release Committee Task Force, which conducted testing of the replica across six different labs. […]
Gerber Technology unveils breakthrough software solutions
September 25th, 2013
The goal: optimizing workflow and maximizing cutting room efficiencies. Gerber Technology, Tolland, Ct., a leading provider of automation technology, has introduced breakthrough software and manufacturing solutions that embody decades of best practices from thousands of users—making them easy to operate, easy to maintain and capable of producing the highest-quality products possible. “We’ve focused on making […]
New trade association formed: Composites Germany
September 24th, 2013
Umbrella organization is designed to strengthen the German composites industry. The four major organizations within the German fiber-reinforced composites industry have announced the foundation of a joint umbrella organization at the Composites Europe 2013 trade fair: together they will form the trade association Composites Germany. The founding members of Composites Germany, based in Berlin, are […]
ShowStoppers 2013 competition at IFAI Specialty Fabrics Expo
September 23rd, 2013
Last year, on IFAI’s 100th anniversary, we inaugurated a new tradition at IFAI Specialty Fabrics Expo: the ShowStoppers competition. At this year’s show in Orlando we’ll feature the second annual competition, as we seek to recognize the best of the best new products from our 2013 exhibitors: the newest, the coolest, the most useful and […]
Arlon launches Series 2300X Specialty Textured Wrap Film for automotive industry
September 20th, 2013
Arlon Graphics LLC, Santa Ana, Calif., has announced the launch of Series 2300X, a specialty textured automotive restyling wrap film. The ultra-conformable textured film allows users to customize vehicles with special effects while maintaining a professional look and finish. Arlon’s X-Scape Technology allows for a quick and easy installation. Apply with heat, and the film […]
Designtex operates carbon neutral for the fourth year in a row
September 19th, 2013
Designtex, New York, N.Y., has announced that, for the fourth year in a row, it has operated as a carbon neutral company. The surface materials company assessed its full operational footprint and reduced or offset the greenhouse gas emissions associated with its business, resulting in a net-zero footprint. Susan Lyons, president of Designtex, says “Designtex […]
D3O launches new range of footwear cushioning materials
September 18th, 2013
D3O, the British smart materials specialist, has developed a new range of cushioning materials specifically for footwear applications including athletic, industrial and military markets. D3O is a groundbreaking impact protection solutions company that sells and licenses a range of unique patented smart materials. Company team of chemists and material scientists has engineered a range of […]
Strong Man launches new vapor retarder/barrier building products
September 17th, 2013
New line emerges from strategic alliance with Raven Industries. Strong Man Building Products Corp., Pompton Plains, N.J., a leading manufacturer of weather and debris enclosures, is expanding its product line with the addition of VaporBlock®. The vapor retarder/barrier products are manufactured by Raven Industries and meet or exceed ASTM E-1745 requirements for water vapor retarders […]