SGIA releases 2008 annual report

May 1, 2009  |  Graphics, Industry News

The Specialty Graphics Imaging Association (SGIA) unveiled its “Industry in Review: 2008 Annual Report” in mid-March, a resource that offers current sales-per-employee ratios for each industry segment, newest equipment trends, industry impacts of the current economic downturn, and more. …
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IFAI State of the Industry 2009

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

In April 2009, the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) released a digital version of its two-part State of the Industry series, published in the February and March issues of Specialty Fabrics Review. Part I focuses on the U.S. industry, covering market size, forces, key markets, mark…
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Nolan.UDA forms as new Australian joint venture company

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

Fabric distributors Nolan Warehouses, Springwood, Australia, and Upholstering Distributors Australia (UDA), Perth, Australia, are forming a new joint venture company, Nolan.UDA Pty. Ltd. Each firm will hold 50 percent of the merged company’s shares. “There is little customer overlap betw…
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Texas Tech introduces new nonwovens lab

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

The Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH) at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, has introduced a new, state-of-the-art fabric laboratory to help researchers continue creating products to help protect both military and civilian populations. The 4,000-square-foot Nonwovens and Advanc…
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Glen Raven launches recycling program for Sunbrella®

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

A new consumer-focused recovery program for Sunbrella® fabrics was launched in March by Glen Raven Custom Fabrics LLC, Glen Raven, N.C. The company has always recycled fiber and fabric waste in its manufacturing processes, but is moving into a greater commitment with its customer recycling progr…
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Techmer PM labs nationally accredited

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation has certified the Techmer PM Analytical and Testing Laboratory in Clinton, Tenn., as following the quality assurance requirements of ISO 17025-2005. The scope of accreditation encompasses mechanical testing, representing plastic test capabilities…
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Herculite and 3P Inkjet Textiles announce partnership

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

In a continuing commitment to provide innovative alternatives for a broad range of media applications, Herculite Inc. and 3P Inkjet Textiles AG have announced the formation of a distribution partnership. The 3P products are highly complementary to Herculite’s leading Bantex Digital brands, and…
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Plants, not plastic, to reduce energy use

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News

NatureWorks LLC, Minnetonka, Minn., claims that its new proprietary manufacturing process for Ingeo™ bioresin reduces CO2 emissions by 60 percent and nonrenewable energy use by 30 percent. When emission and energy usage to produce Ingeo are compared to those for producing petroleum-based plast…
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Boeing recognizes AR Tech performance

May 1, 2009  |  Industry News, Markets

Each year, aerospace giant Boeing recognizes suppliers achieving superior performance standards. One of 86 suppliers to receive a Gold Performance Excellence Award for 2008 is AR Tech, a division of A&R Tarpaulins Inc., Fontana, Calif. The 46-employee manufacturing firm supplies engineered fabri…
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Fabric wound compress accurately applies medication

May 1, 2009  |  Advanced Textiles, Industry News

Skin is a complex and vulnerable organ, as millions who suffer from chronic wounds (such as pressure sores and infections) can attest. Health professionals treat chronic wounds with meticulous hygiene, medication and compresses for best results. New research from the Hohenstein Institute, Boennighei…
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