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Carolina Performance celebrates 180th anniversary
November 26th, 2025
Image: Carolina Performance Carolina Performance celebrated the company's 180th anniversary Nov. 19. Headquartered in Mexico, the company's factory in Salvatierra, Mexico, was constructed in 1845 and continues to operate today, manufacturing technical textiles. To watch a video about the celebration featuring Jorge Cevallos, vice president of marketing and growth initiatives at Carolina Performance, click here.
Hohenstein Medical appoints Katie Brinkman biocompatibility program manager
November 25th, 2025
Image: Hohenstein Hohenstein Medical, a division of Hohenstein Laboratories, has hired Katie Brinkman as its biocompatibility program manager to lead and support the company’s growing biocompatibility service offerings. In this role, Brinkman will lead the development and strategic positioning of Hohenstein Medical’s device biocompatibility program, with a focus on chemical characterization, ISO 18562 gas pathway […]
Like-new closures
November 24th, 2025
E-Z Snap Zipper & Snap Lubricant is sold in 1.5-ounce tubes. Photo: Iosso Products Years of exposure can take its toll on zippers and snaps used on windshields, boat covers and other outdoor items. E-Z Snap Zipper & Snap Lubricant is gentle on fabrics while maintaining like-new performance on zippers and snaps. The gel lets […]
Under Armour Inc. announces CFO transition
November 24th, 2025
Image: Under Armour Under Armour Inc. announced that Reza Taleghani will join the company as executive vice president (EVP) and chief financial officer (CFO), effective February 2026. He will succeed David Bergman, who will step down as CFO and remain with the company through the first quarter of fiscal 2027. "Dave's leadership, financial discipline, and unwavering commitment […]
Jones Family of Companies appoints Eric Delaby senior director of sales
November 21st, 2025
Image: Jones Family of Companies Jones Family of Companies announced that Eric Delaby has been hired as senior director of sales. Delaby has more than 20 years of experience spanning textiles, nonwovens and specialty fibers. “I am excited to join Jones and contribute to its ongoing success,” says Delaby. “As a leader in the industry, […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 showcases innovation, connection and growth in Indianapolis
November 20th, 2025
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, the flagship event of Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA), concluded with resounding success on Nov. 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center. Co-located for the fourth consecutive year with Sun Shading Expo North America, organized by Messe Stuttgart, the combined events attracted 3,559 participants from around the world, including a strong showing of first-time […]
Archroma receives 2025 EcoVadis gold rating
November 20th, 2025
Image: Archroma Archroma announced that the company has received a gold rating by EcoVadis for the second consecutive year. This places Archroma in the top 5% of more than 150,000 companies assessed globally. EcoVadis provides business sustainability ratings, evaluating companies against criteria covering environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. “As a company […]
Milliken & Company receives 2025 EcoVadis gold rating
November 20th, 2025
Image: Milliken & Company Milliken & Company announced that the company received a gold rating in the 2025 EcoVadis assessment for the fourth consecutive year. The company was among the top 5% of the more than 150,000 organizations that were evaluated worldwide. "We are proud to have earned a gold rating from EcoVadis for the […]
EPA proposes shift in TSCA PFAS reporting policy, opens rule for public comment
November 19th, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a proposed rule outlining amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), which regulates the reporting and recordkeeping requirements for PFAS. The regulation requires manufacturers and importers of PFAS between 2011 and 2022 to report certain data to the EPA related to exposure and environmental and health effects. […]
World Emblem launches Custom Genie, moves operations to Georgia
November 19th, 2025
Image: World Emblem World Emblem, an emblem and patch manufacturer, announced the launch of Custom Genie, a website that provides custom stickers, labels, pens, pencils and name badges, among other products. Custom Genie encompasses the operations of World Emblem brands, Stickers International, Fast Pens International and Name Badges International. The combined company will manufacture about […]