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Smart connected clothing market outlook
October 9th, 2020
According to ResearchAndMarket.com’s report “Smart Connected Clothing—Global Market Trajectory & Analytics,” amid the COVID-19 crisis, the market for smart connected clothing is estimated to be US$241.7 million in 2020 and is projected to reach a revised size of US$2.2 Billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 37.2% over the analysis period 2020–2027. The Smart […]
AATCC launches educational series on sustainability
October 8th, 2020
AATCC has announced a new three-part virtual educational series launching in November: Sustainability in Textiles. Key topics include sustainability through the lens of textiles, exploring claim substantiation, recycled products and microplastics. The lineup includes: November 5, 2020What is Sustainability?Renee Lamb, Virginia Commonwealth University November 19, 2020Fate of Textile Microfibers Released During Home Laundering in Aquatic […]
Durst acquires majority stake in Vanguard Digital Printing
October 7th, 2020
Durst, a manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, is strengthening its position in the U.S. graphics industry with the acquisition of a majority stake in Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, headquartered in Lawrenceville, Ga. Vanguard Digital is a manufacturer of printing systems for the signage, decoration, corporate, industrial and packaging sectors. With the acquisition, […]
Piedmont Plastics acquires Empire Plastics
October 6th, 2020
Piedmont Plastics, a wholesale distributor of plastic sheet, rod, tube and film, has acquired Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Empire Plastics Inc. Empire Plastics has built a reputation based on expert knowledge and service over the past 28 years and its current customer base serves as a great foundation for continued growth. Piedmont Plastics is retaining the […]
Dickson Coatings changes name to Saint Clair Textiles
October 5th, 2020
Dickson Coatings has formally changed its name to Saint Clair Textiles. The name change is a result of the sale of Dickson Coatings from Glen Raven Inc. to Sioen Industries NV Group in December of 2019. The name is a reflection of its proud history (since 1918) and its location in Saint Clair de la […]
Precision Textiles invests in new equipment to make PPE
October 2nd, 2020
Precision Textiles, a supplier of coated fabrics, nonwovens and laminations for the bedding, automotive, healthcare and home furnishings industries, has purchased additional manufacturing equipment to make PPE a permanent part of its product portfolio. With the addition of six new laminating machines dedicated to producing medical gown fabric, Precision Textiles can now produce an additional […]
Birdair announces global restructuring
October 1st, 2020
Birdair Inc., a specialty contractor for custom tensile membrane structures, has announced an international reorganization as it expands its worldwide presence through its network of organizations. A subsidiary of the Taiyo Corporation in Japan, Birdair—along with a number of MakMax Group affiliates—has completed more than 1,300 tensile architectural projects in more than 30 countries and six continents. […]
American & Efird to purchase Charles Craft performance yarns
October 1st, 2020
Elevate Textiles Inc., a global provider of advanced products and textile solutions, has announced that its American & Efird (A&E) division will purchase the high performance yarn business of Charles Craft Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of high-performance flame resistant/cut resistant industrial yarns and other specialty products. The purchase is expected to close in early October. […]
Five tips for attending a virtual conference
October 1st, 2020
Virtual doesn’t mean boring. Virtual Expo 2020 will offer 25 hours of relevant education spaced over 10 days, and exhibitor hours will be spread over 10 days. IFAI will even host its second annual 5K Fun Run/Walk in a new way during IFAI Virtual Expo. Like so many organizations, Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) has […]
Breakthroughs in advanced textiles: Smart objects that benefit play, on-skin smart interface, and more
October 1st, 2020
Smart objects support the benefits of play London, U.K.-based smart textile designer Michelle Rinow has unveiled her Transforming Touch series, which was developed based on research about the benefits of sensory play for adults. Her design methodology places emphasis on human interaction, connection and engagement through color and materials. Using cotton, silk and nylon blend […]