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PCMC and MicroDynamics partner
April 17th, 2018
Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), a supplier of high-performance converting machinery for the tissue, nonwovens and package-printing industries, has announced a partnership with MicroDynamics, a producer of high-performance inspection microscopes for the printing industry. The two companies are teaming up to provide customers with the option to include MicroDynamics’ 3DQC RollScope as part of a […]
Ruusuvirta joins Spinnova
April 16th, 2018
Leena Ruusuvirta has been appointed specialist on Spinnova’s R&D team. She will help the Finnish fiber technology company in raw material development. Ruusuvirta joins Spinnova from catalyst manufacturer Dinex Ecocat, where she was a laboratory team leader. Prior to that, she was a research scientist with VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, working with micro-fibrillated […]
HanesBrands invests in Baldwin systems
April 13th, 2018
Apparel leader HanesBrands has invested in 19 precision application systems made by Baldwin Technology Company Inc. The state-of- the-art application technology will help the company reach environmental sustainability goals. The exclusive and innovative system realizes a substantial savings of water, chemistry and energy while increasing productivity. It features textile-finishing technology that allows for accurate and […]
TRSA contributes to hurricane relief
April 12th, 2018
TRSA, the global association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry, has donated approximately $80,000 to organizations assisting those impacted by hurricanes in Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico. Donation recipients included Anayat House, Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) and ConPRmetidos. The donations were raised when TRSA cancelled its annual conference due to Hurricane Irma. […]
Oxeon AB receives certification
April 11th, 2018
Oxeon AB, maker of TeXtreme® spread tow reinforcements, has received the AS9100D Aerospace certification, designating a high-standard quality management system that helps ensure consistent products. It signifies the establishment of rigorous processes, procedures and policies that all Oxeon employees must follow. It encompasses standard operating procedures, work instructions, manual creation, process specifications, forms and process […]
California Community College Makerspaces offer work-based learning for students
April 10th, 2018
The CCC Maker Initiative, administered by Sierra College (www.sierracollege.edu), is offering internships and work-based learning experiences for students through 24 California Community College makerspaces, where students gain technical, entrepreneurial and work-ready skills sought by employers. California Community Colleges participating in the CCC Maker (cccmaker.com) initiative to build makerspace communities are preparing students for careers through […]
Milliken launches social media channels
April 9th, 2018
Milliken and Company, the global textile technology company, has launched social media channels for its Specialty Interiors business. The channels, which include Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, are designed to engage directly with customers, designers and prospects in the home, office, health care, hospitality and special events markets served by this division. The content will […]
Hauser receives Olney Medal
April 6th, 2018
Peter J. Hauser is the recipient of the AATCC Olney Medal for his substantial work as an industry scientist and textile chemistry professor in industrial textile wet processing research and development. Hauser’s early research involved developing and commercially verifying a mathematical model for continuous indigo yarn dyeing. He also developed cationic bleach activators for cotton […]
ASTM International upcoming meetings
April 5th, 2018
ASTM International Committee D13 on Textiles June 24–27, 2018 Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, CA To register, visit https://www.astm.org/MEETINGS/nextmeeting.cgi?+++D13 ASTM International D13.50 on Smart Textiles June 25, 2018 Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, CA To register, visit https://www.astm.org/MEETINGS/nextmeeting.cgi?+++D13
Call for candidates: IFAI Board of Directors
April 5th, 2018
The Leadership Development Committee of the Industrial Fabrics Association International is now accepting applications to fill two (2) Director positions on the IFAI Board of Directors. Both of these positions are for three-year terms. All of IFAI's volunteer leadership openings are being announced at this time, as well, in an effort to highlight the range […]