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Protective garment testing lab opens at NCSU
September 1st, 2008
A test laboratory for protective garments worn by chemical and biological incident responders opened in July at North Carolina State University’s College of Textiles. Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense, the Man-in-Simulant Test (MIST) facility grand opening included tours, live demonstrations of protective garment testing and Rep. Bob Etheridge, who requested […]
U.S. and Brazil textile industries form cooperation agreement
September 1st, 2008
Following an April summit in Washington, D.C., the American Apparel and Footwear Association and Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association agreed to work together on trade issues that affect both countries. The cooperation agreement outlines steps such as eliminating tariff and non-tariff barriers to regional trade; taking common positions in negotiation of international agreements; sharing […]
U.S. exports cotton and assistance to Vietnam
September 1st, 2008
The Texas Cotton Association and International Cotton Council want to increase exports of U.S. cotton, cottonseed and cotton products. In an agreement developed during a July visit to the U.S. by Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung, the U.S. will continue supplying Vietnam with 30 percent of its cotton supply, along with technical assistance, training […]
Bangladesh’s jute mills leased to private operators
September 1st, 2008
Substantial losses in government-owned Bangladeshi jute mills led to shut-downs of eight facilities in 2007. This year, the government leased five mills to private operators, on condition that lease holders share profits, bear liabilities during the lease tenure and pay a lease fee. In turn, the government will clear previous debt loads. At a July […]
Beijing Olympics feature underwater geosynthetics
September 1st, 2008
Some of the most impressive aspects of the Shunyi Rowing-Canoeing Park are underwater. An artificial lake and wild-water complex in the Chinese city of Shunyi is set in a giant rectangular stretch of land specifically built for the Olympics. Most of the park is made up of a giant man made body of water, also […]
Tips to saving energy and money
September 1st, 2008
With the summer’s spike in oil prices, strategies to conserve energy are more important than ever. Members of our technical advisory committee share their strategies. Energy survey With the help of a local university, Herculite conducted a complete energy survey of its facilities, which led to the following energy-saving changes. Implemented a company wide upgrade […]
Increase in printing on fabrics revives need for sewing equipment
September 1st, 2008
Despite detractors that call sewing a “dinosaur technology,” it remains one that defies extinction. In fact, with the rapid growth of UV, dye sublimation, and solvent printing on fabrics, sewing may be more vital than ever to the banner/display finishing process. Newer technologies, such as hot air and RF welding, have proven capable of fusing […]
Making the most of trade show visits
September 1st, 2008
Have you ever heard of trade shows referred to as “living magazines”? The exhibitors are the advertisers, the conferences and keynote speakers are the editorial material, and the attendees are the readers. Here are few techniques to get the most out of your trade show visit. Make a “to do” list. List the booths that […]
KD Kanopy finds success with silk screen printing
September 1st, 2008
KD Kanopy started as a tent manufacturer in 1984, but it didn’t take long to recognize the market for graphics on tents. By 1989 the Westminster, Colorado company was silk screening on tents, and by 2001 it was getting “a lot of requests for full digital graphics,” says president John Matthews. KD Kanopy still does […]
Using purchased images
September 1st, 2008
Purchased images and art are often used in print and on the Web. The term clip art refers to images—primarily electronic—that can be obtained from Web sites. This type of artwork, as well as stock photos, is not custom work created for your specific project; the art is offered as a completed image. Some computer […]