Portugal invests in textile stimulus

July 1, 2009  |  Industry News

The textile industry represents approximately 12 percent of Portugal’s exports and employs more than 180,000 workers, but has been hard hit in the current world economic slowdown. The Portuguese government has announced a support package of $1.2 billion in financing for the beleaguered industr…
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India gaining strength in textile production

July 1, 2009  |  Industry News

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) ranks India among the top five developing nations in industrial production in textiles, motor vehicles, chemicals and basic metals, according to a recent report. India is second only to China in textile production, and its growth rate of…
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Companies release eco-friendly denim

June 30, 2009  |  Industry News

Tejidos Royo and Lezing Fibers have introduced E[DOS], an eco-friendly denim, as part of the Hybridenim collection. E[DOS] features a combination of organic cotton and TENCEL® cellulose fiber made from wood pulp. The result is comfortable denim that requires little maintenance. E[DOS] will be pr…
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Invista to demonstrate Lycra® Sport

June 26, 2009  |  Industry News

Invista will demonstrate its line of active wear, Lycra® at a press breakfast July 22 at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market trade show. The demonstration will also include a history of the development and testing of Lycra® Sport. The breakfast will begin at 8:45 a.m. at the Invista booth (#3…
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Companies form new raw material supply agreement

June 25, 2009  |  Industry News

3M company Dyneon LLC has formed an agreement with China-based Shandong Dongyue Polymer Material Co. Ltd., a producer of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). The agreement pertains to the raw material supply of suspension PTFE intermediate. Both companies seek to expand their presence in the PTFE market …
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Best Rental Management Software winner announced

June 23, 2009  |  Industry News

Rental & Staging Systems magazine and InfoComm International named IntelliEvent the winner of the 2009 Best Rental Management Software award. IntelliEvent, a company specializing in management software, won the award for the second consecutive year based on a Rental & Staging Systems readers…
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Furniture broker expands online shopping features

June 18, 2009  |  Industry News

Wholesale Furniture Brokers, an online contemporary furniture store, has improved its online shopping experience for customers. Upgrades to the company’s site include staff reviews of products, shopping and style guides, an American made furniture section, and expanded furniture and manufactur…
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Datacolor introduces UV calibration service

June 17, 2009  |  Industry News

Datacolor announced the addition of the UV ASSURED™ Calibration Option to its ASSURED Support Program. The option, which is available to the textiles, paper and plastics industries, will measure the whiteness of UV-enhanced materials. It is intended to optimize UV output while reducing costs a…
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SCORE releases startup guide for entrepreneurs

June 16, 2009  |  Industry News

The Company Corporation® and SCORE have released an updated version of How to Really Start Your Business. The workbook provides detailed information on how to transform a business idea to a business plan, as well as how-to guides to launching a successful website and conducting error-free e-comm…
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PPI to provide LEED Green Associate classes

June 15, 2009  |  Industry News

Professional Publications Inc. will offer classes to help prepare building professionals to pass the LEED Green Associate exam, which tests basic knowledge of green operations, design and construction. Students will receive free flashcards, a study guide and a practice exam book. The one-day classes…
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