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Conference to focus on sustainable practices

July 1, 2008

…conference on “Color Technology for Best Practice and Sustainability in the Global Textile and Apparel Supply Chain.” The program will focus on color and color chemistry, dyeing and finishing, with…

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Composites allow creation of custom materials for unusual applications

June 1, 2008

…with composites Composites consist of at least two materials which, when combined, have properties distinct from either. “In practice, most composites consist of a bulk material (the ‘matrix’) and a…

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Developing sustainable products and practices

June 1, 2008

…the specialty fabrics industry seeks to develop truly sustainable products and practices, models such as Cradle to Cradle can help answer the many questions raised by green economics: What does…

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Researching competitors helps businesses be successful

June 1, 2008

…“mystery shopper” or “mystery consumer.” This shopper, a trained employee or consultant, can visit or call competitors with pointed questions about product quality, delivery, past performance, or specific issues you’re…

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PGI introduces green acoustic materials

June 1, 2008

…2008 Chevy Malibu and Honda Civic models is the acoustic noise barrier made from recycled ( and recyclable ) materials from Polymer Group Inc. For more information, visit www.polymergroupinc.com….

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Polyurethane skin keeps furniture germ-free

June 1, 2008

Problem: Seating fabric used in public areas can allow indirect transmission of bacteria, viruses, mold and mildew among users. Solution: Millions of naturally antimicrobial silver ions released gradually…

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Victor Group announces exclusive distribution of GreenShieldâ„¢ finishing

June 1, 2008

…value through many product life cycles. As the first antimony-free polyester, it uses fully optimized dyes and chemicals and is free of chlorine and PBTs. SOURCE Victor Group Inc….

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Erickson values employees in creating a successful business

June 1, 2008

…your employees and giving them responsibilities is the only way you’re ever going to grow out of being a little cottage industry business,” Erickson says. In practice, that means identifying…

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Curl-free laminated blackout banner material

May 1, 2008

…Bantex® 13-ounce Blackout Curl Free is the only flame-retardant laminated blackout banner material specifically formulated for curl-free applications. Microtextured for lower dot gain and higher resolution, with identical print…

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Bernhardt supplies designer upholstery materials

May 1, 2008

…We have a client specifying Bernhardt Winkraft fabric for an outdoor awning. Is this an awning fabric? Probably not. Bernhardt Design is a supplier of designer upholstery materials. Within…

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