The Working Group forms to engage lightweight technologies

January 29, 2016  |  Industry News

A German Engineering Federation, Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau (VDMA), formed a working group on hybrid lightweight technologies. The Working Group Hybrid Lightweight Technologies will be application-oriented and consider a wide range of materials and industries. Multi-material design …
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CONWED celebrates 50 years

January 28, 2016  |  Industry News

Minneapolis, Minn.-based Conwed plastic-netting manufacturer, is marking its 50th anniversary in 2016 with a campaign theme “Celebrating Our Past, Engineering Our Future.” Since 1966, Conwed has developed netting solutions for hundreds of industrial and consumer products worldwide, and now has f…
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Specialty Fabrics Showcase 2016: Call for submissions

January 25, 2016  |  Industry News

The April and May 2016 issues of Specialty Fabrics Review magazine will include our special annual showcase of our contributors’ latest high-performance fabrics, for end products ranging from awnings, canopies and tents to medical, military and aerospace products. If you’re an end-product manufa…
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Applied DNA Sciences, USDA enter R&D pact

January 22, 2016  |  Industry News

DNA-security developer Applied DNA Sciences, Stony Brook, N.Y., and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have entered a cooperative research and development agreement to identify cotton species and cultivars (subspecies), using Applied DNA’s fiberTyping®. FiberTyping will genetically verify mul…
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Invista to launch ‘Embrace the Elements’ campaign

January 21, 2016  |  Industry News

Invista will launch a new “Embrace the Elements” marketing campaign for its Coolmax and Thermolite fiber brands in early 2016. The fibers are used within both the Wichita, Kan.-based company’s apparel and non-apparel segments. “The campaign centers on the notion of welcoming surroundings, wi…
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Milliken cited as ‘Most Innovative’

January 15, 2016  |  Industry News

Spartanburg, S.C.–based specialty-fabrics maker Milliken has recently been named the Most Innovative Large Size Company by Future Materials magazine. Presented by the World Textile Information Network, the Future Materials Awards recognize innovation, achievement and leadership throughout the tech…
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Freudenberg extends range of protection

January 14, 2016  |  Industry News

German technical-fabrics conglomerate Freudenberg Performance Materials announced it has extended the range and features of microfilament textiles made using its Evolon® technology for technical packaging. Offering high-end protection in automotive applications, Freudenberg Performance Materials’…
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Hexcel acquires remaining interest in Formax UK

January 8, 2016  |  Industry News

Stamford, Conn.-based composites maker Hexcel Corp. has announced its full ownership of Formax UK Ltd. Hexcel had acquired a 50 percent interest in the privately-owned company in December 2014. Located in Leicester, U.K., Formax specializes in the production of lightweight carbon fiber multi-axials …
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ROJK rebrands outdoor apparel

January 7, 2016  |  Industry News

Stockholm-based outdoor apparel specialists Rojk has “re-engineered” as well as re-named a variety of its specialty clothing. Formerly called the Bomber Pile, the newly named PrimaLoft Micro Pile jacket is both lighter and more multifunctional than its predecessor. Its in-house developed fabric …
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DAF Products wins SGIA award

January 5, 2016  |  Industry News

Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) has recognized DAF Products with it’s 2015 Product of the Year award in the Media – Vinyl (Pressure Sensitive) category for its DAF Gecko Grip, a product that allows users to print directly on micro-suction adhesive. There were 141 entries in 38 produ…
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