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EPA regulations complex and not always in sync with each other
October 18th, 2016
Paul Matthai, of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), says his agency’s regulations are complicated and often don’t “harmonize” with each other. Despite these complexities, Matthai, who presented an overview of EPA regulations Oct. 18 at IFAI’s 2016 Expo in in Charlotte, N.C., says the U.S. Congress generally strives to write environmental laws that do […]
Vibrant Coaching
October 18th, 2016
A session by Nicole Greer, a leadership and business coach, focused on the “four elements of success” in learning how to effectively approach and communicate with clients: Earth, Water, Wind and Fire. Your products and manufacturing processes are already excellent, she says, but you need to focus on the last ‘P’; people. Earth: solid, steady, […]
Dye derived from cotton plants
October 17th, 2016
Cotton Incorporated, Cary, N.C., the research and promotion company for cotton, and Archroma, a Switzerland-based leader in color and specialty chemicals, have collaborated to present what they believe is the first-ever dye derived from cotton plant-residues. Cotton Incorporated approached Archroma to develop a dye option that may represent the first opportunity in modern textile history […]
H&M funds research
October 14th, 2016
The non-profit H&M Foundation and The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) have entered into a four-year partnership to develop technologies to recycle blend textiles into new fabrics and yarns. The technology will be licensed widely to ensure broad market access and maximum impact. Apparel and textile products made from blended materials […]
Sustainable denim jeans
October 13th, 2016
Jimtex Yarns, a division of Martex Fiber Southern Corp., has announced the development of R3 Denim™, a sustainable denim collection, in cooperation with Denim North America (DNA). The launch of the line further advances Martex’s “No Fiber Left Behind—Zero Landfill ™” campaign. The line utilizes certified Martex Fiber Southern Corp. ECO2cotton®, a sustainable fiber solution […]
An education in nonwovens at IFAI Expo 2016
October 12th, 2016
Adding to the information in the October issue, there are a number of educational opportunities about the latest news in nonwovens: On Tuesday, as part of the Advanced Textiles Conference, Automotive track. Three free presentations will take place on the Advanced Textiles show floor: On Wednesday: 4:30 pm, Nonwovens in Apparel and Footwear, Dr. Behnam […]
Techmer ES opens new facility
October 12th, 2016
Techmer ES, Clinton, Tenn., has opened a new compounding facility in New Castle, Del., that further advances the company’s commitment to sustainable business practices. The plant features closed-loop utilities, cooling and vacuum systems, all of which rely on recycled water. A water filtration system, odor control system and various recycling initiatives reduce waste to landfill. […]
Hands on the fabric, foot on the pedal
October 11th, 2016
The Makers Movement is bringing back into mainstream consciousness the honor, skill and dedication it takes to create custom goods—and it’s about time. Sewing, designing and creating never went away—they’ve always been the bedrock of custom textile work—but now that their value is being more broadly recognized, coupled with the fact that many lifelong makers […]
Price and value in the agricultural markets
October 11th, 2016
Profit margins are tight for a lot of industries, but this is especially true in the agricultural arena, where profits can be wiped out—in some cases virtually overnight—by events beyond the control of growers and producers. Consequently, pricing has become a huge concern for all involved, say manufacturers of fabric agricultural products designed to mitigate […]
Serge Ferrari North America welcomes new middle atlantic regional sales manager
October 11th, 2016
Pompano Beach, Fla.-based Serge Ferrari North America, a manufacturer of flexible composite membranes, welcomes Nick R. Ferrante Jr. to its sales team as the new sales manger for the middle atlantic region. Ferrante comes to Serge Ferrari with 20 years of sales experience. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree majoring in business administration from Seton Hall […]