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Global polyester fibers market outlook
October 30th, 2020
According to the report “Polyester Fibers—Global Market Trajectory & Analytics,” from ResearchAndMarkets.com, amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Polyester Fibers (estimated at US$103.9 billion in the year 2020), is projected to reach a revised size of US$164.3 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.8% over the period. The polyester fibers market […]
Bally Ribbon Mills to participate in IFAI Virtual Expo 2020
October 29th, 2020
Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, has announced that it will showcase its high-quality, high-performance webbing at the Industrial Fabrics Association Virtual Expo (IFAI) 2020 taking place November 2-11, 2020. Connect with BRM experts through a virtual booth via text chat and […]
Central National Gottesman expands into nonwovens and fibers
October 29th, 2020
Central National Gottesman Inc. (CNG), which owns sales and distribution businesses in the global pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, wood products and metals industries, has announced that its Central National division will expand its product offering to include nonwovens and fibers. The new category includes viscose and lyocell, the plant-based fibers used in textiles, nonwovens and […]
ApparelX releases ApparelX Global platform
October 28th, 2020
ApparelX has released ApparelX Global™, a global apparel sourcing ecommerce platform. Developed and operated by Okura Shoji Co. Ltd., ApparelX is a website where companies can order apparel textiles, trims and accessories at once, going beyond the boundaries of location and distribution channels. Features include multi-language translation technology to handle terminology of the apparel industry, […]
YKK (U.S.A.) Inc. launches Solutions Group
October 28th, 2020
YKK (U.S.A.) Inc., a manufacturer of zippers, plastic buckles and other hardware, hook and loop fasteners, webbing tapes, and snaps and buttons, has announced the launch of its new Solutions Group ahead of the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) Expo. The Solutions Group aims to help manufacturers struggling with issues such as time-consuming manual processes, […]
Moss appoints Jason Popp as president and CEO
October 27th, 2020
Moss, a leading global provider of experiential marketing solutions for events, exhibits, retail and corporate environments, has named Jason Popp as president and CEO, effective Nov. 2, 2020. Jason Popp, newly appointed president and CEO of Moss. A well-known executive in the global events industry, Popp was previously president of international at GES, a leading […]
TAF and Sol-Out to launch antimicrobial acrylic outdoor fabrics at IFAI Expo 2020
October 27th, 2020
Thai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd. (TAF) and Sol-Out® brand will launch a new collection of antimicrobial outdoor fabrics in the upcoming IFAI Expo 2020. The 100% acrylic collection is made by combining two specialty fibers of TAF–Durashine™ and Amicor™. Durashine fiber is a high-performance solution dyed acrylic fiber suitable for various outdoor applications including awnings, […]
Teijin supports oil spill recovery efforts
October 27th, 2020
Teijin Limited has announced that it is supporting efforts to deal with the heavy oil spill caused by the running aground of the cargo ship WAKASHIO off the shore of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd., the group’s fibers and products converting company, will donate 500kg of its high-performance oil adsorbent sheet […]
Gerber Technology launches new cutting room
October 26th, 2020
Gerber Technology is revolutionizing the flexible materials processing industry with the launch of its end-to-end solution for mass production, which will be unveiled at the company’s annual technology conference, ideation, on November 4-6. The connected platform features the new Atria digital cutting solution and the October 2020 release of AccuMark® 2D and 3D, AccuNest™ and […]
General Recycled announces new textile recycling facility
October 23rd, 2020
General Recycled has announced that it is nearing completion of construction and installation of its new textile recycling facility in Asbestos, Quebec, Canada, for the recycling of industrial workwear. “The Quebec government encourages initiatives that help spur economic development and preserve the environment. With its innovative recycling technology, General Recycled is working to reduce the […]