DuPont Biomaterials sponsors fashion program

December 1, 2020  |  Company News

DuPont Biomaterials has announced its sponsorship of the fashion undergraduate BA Fashion Design program at Central Saint Martins (CSM) in London. Renowned for its fashion curriculum, Central Saint Martins is among the best fashion schools worldwide and considered one of the most prestigious, spawni…
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Hologenix adds two board members

November 25, 2020  |  Company News

Hologenix, a material sciences company dedicated to developing products that amplify human potential including its flagship product Celliant®, has announced the addition of Leslie Margolin and Michael Haynes to its board of managers. Margolin brings deep knowledge of healthcare systems and has more…
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Kraig Biocraft readies shipment for spider silk production

November 24, 2020  |  Company News

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc. has announced that it has completed production and genetic screening of its latest batch of spider silk silkworm eggs.  These specialized silkworm eggs are now ready for shipment to Vietnam to restart commercial production.  Production operations at the com…
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Hohenstein creates new compression standard for sportswear garments

November 20, 2020  |  Company News

In cooperation with brand partners, testing service provider Hohenstein has created the new DIN SPEC 4868, which will define the market standard and testing protocols for compression behavior of sportswear. This is the first uniform standard for compression in the booming sports and leisure segment.…
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Mayzo acquires Bio Accutech

November 19, 2020  |  Company News

Mayzo Inc., a supplier and manufacturer of specialty chemicals, has acquired Bio Accutech Inc., a distributor of specialty chemicals for the coatings, inks and plastics markets. All activities will be managed through Mayzo’s newly established 61,000 square foot operations center located in Walterb…
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Seaman Corporation appoints Meade

November 16, 2020  |  Company News

Seaman Corporation has appointed Susan Meade to vice president of human resources. Meade is a 10-year veteran with Seaman Corporation and has been a key contributor in many aspects of the human resource function, most recently serving as senior manager of compensation and benefits. Prior to joining …
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Archroma releases third sustainability report

November 13, 2020  |  Company News

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has announced the release of its third sustainability report. Prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, and covering fiscal year 2019, the report outlines the company’s progress on it…
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2020 Outstanding Volunteer Award Recipients announced

November 12, 2020  |  Awards, Company News, Industry News, News

Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) is very fortunate to have so many volunteers who give of themselves selflessly, helping every day by serving on different boards, task forces and committees. These volunteers judge competitions, provide education and impassioned leadership to other…
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2020 Honored Life Member Award Recipient announced

November 12, 2020  |  Awards, Company News, Industry News, News

Honored Life Member status for Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) is designed for individuals who have shown a commitment to the association. Honored Life Membership is bestowed by special request only, and at the discretion of the IFAI Board of Directors to candidates based on the …
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Meet the Newly Elected and Re-elected 2021 IFAI Board of Directors

November 12, 2020  |  Awards, Company News, Industry News, News

Each year, Industrial Fabrics Association International’s (IFAI) Leadership Development Committee follows a detailed process outlined in our bylaws for electing board members. It is IFAI’s pleasure to announce the newly elected and re-elected individuals who were chosen to serve on the 2021 IFAI…
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