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Jennifer Knight named as deputy assistant secretary for textiles, consumer goods and materials
February 17th, 2022
The Biden Administration has appointed Jennifer Knight to the office of deputy assistant secretary for textiles, consumer goods and materials at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Knight will oversee the Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA), the Office of Materials Industries and the Office of Consumer Goods within the International Trade Administration’s Industry and Analysis […]
Sewn products reshoring award nominations open
February 16th, 2022
The Reshoring Initiative, founded in 2010, helps manufacturers realize that local production, in some cases, reduces their total cost of ownership of purchased products and tooling. SEAMS and The Reshoring Initiative participated in the “Made in USA/Reshoring” panel at the Sourcing at MAGIC event in Las Vegas, Nev. The panel discussion was focused on steps […]
SDC highlights textile coloration best practices
February 15th, 2022
The Society of Dyers and Colourists is urging the textile coloration industry to harness developments in processes and create a new era of reduced environmental impact in 2022 and beyond. The voice of the sector has published a free downloadable white paper, “Destination low carbon: Global technology and innovation reducing the environmental footprint of textile […]
Milliken & Company launches PFAS-elimination initiative
February 14th, 2022
Global manufacturer Milliken & Company announced a commitment to eliminate all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS, from the company’s textile finishes and fibers portfolio. “Sustainability is a core value of our company, and we are and have always been on a quest for continuous improvement,” shares Halsey Cook, president and […]
LED illuminating fabric
February 14th, 2022
Kanvaslight® by Guardtex is an illuminating fabric that can be used in applications like bimini tops, seating, awnings and sunshades. Kanvaslight® by Guardtex is an illuminating fabric that can be used in applications like bimini tops, seating, awnings and sunshades. The UL-certified technology allows textile structures to be used as a broad lighting surface. The […]
INDA moves IDEA to a two-year cycle and FiltXPO to every 18 months
February 11th, 2022
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced that IDEA® – the World’s Preeminent Event for the Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics Industry – will be held every two years instead of three starting in 2024. The upcoming dates for IDEA® under the new schedule will be March 28-31, 2022, as currently scheduled, and then April 23-25, […]
Precision Textiles unveils sustainable FR solution for bedding
February 10th, 2022
As part of its ongoing commitment to develop sustainable products that meet the needs of its customers, Precision Textiles has launched a new product called PurLoft to help manufacturers meet consumer demand for natural, more sustainable mattresses. The inherent flame retardant properties of wool make it a very effective, eco-friendly solution for an FR barrier […]
NILIT accelerates sustainable innovation with new leadership
February 9th, 2022
NILIT, owner of the SENSIL® sustainable consumer brand, has announced organizational changes that reinforce the company’s commitment to creating a more sustainable position for the textile and apparel industry in the global marketplace. Sagee Aran will lead product development and commercialization initiatives and Michelle Lea has joined the company to direct worldwide marketing programs. The […]
DITF Denkendorf wins “Cellulose Fiber Innovation of the Year” award
February 8th, 2022
For the second time, the nova-Institute for Ecology and Innovation honored outstanding scientific research that provides sustainable solutions for the cellulose fiber value chain at the "International Conference on Cellulose Fibers 2022". For their research results on the production of carbon fibers from wood, the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) was […]
X-Rite announces Chris Brooks as president
February 7th, 2022
X-Rite Incorporated and Pantone LLC announce the appointment of Chris Brooks to the role of president, X-Rite. A seasoned leader with more than 20 years of general management, commercial, engineering and global operations experience, Brooks will lead the company’s innovation strategy into digital color platforms, cloud services, and connected hardware. “Digital technologies are transforming the […]