Regulatory compliance products and packaging solutions producer Labelmaster has introduced the new G2G snap-n-secure pallet and crate seal to its product portfolio. Applicable to both steel and polyester strapping, the company's new G2G ...
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Kingstree, S.C.-based Palmetto Synthetics LLC — a manufacturer of polyester, nylon, and other specialty man-made staple fibers for apparel, automotive and industrial applications — will invest $1.1 million to expand its ...
The 72nd Plenary Meeting of the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) used its First Open Session to address what is likely the cotton industry's single greatest threat: synthetic fibers. The panel of expert speakers during the ...
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A manufacturer of polyester nonwoven pads and rolls via a thermal bonding process, and a subsidiary of Korea-based polyester staple fiber producer Korea Synthetic Fiber — will invest more than $12.8 million to open a manufacturing ...
The combination of strong design competence and cutting-edge cellulose-based technologies can result in new commercially successful brands. The aim is for fibre from wood-based biomass to replace both cotton production, which burdens the ...
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Fitesa, Simpsonville, S.C. — a designer and manufactuer of nonwoven fabrics for hygiene applications — has partnered with thermoplastic resins producer Braskem S.A., Brazil, and Ingeo? lactides and biopolymers developer ...
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Karastan goes into fall with three new collections in three distinct fibers—and all are designed to create relaxing settings with vibrant shades. These collections offer various price points to provide Karastan quality and diverse ...
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China-based recycled polyester staple fiber products manufacturer JN Fibers Inc. will invest $45 million to set up a manufacturing facility in Richburg, S.C., to recycle used polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles into polyester staple ...
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A number of different man made materials are now used for construction purposes. Of them, one of the most popular ones is glass reinforced plastic or GRP. It is commonly known as fibreglass. GRP is a composite fibre consisting of plastic ...
Successfully painting traditionally difficult-to-coat substrates used in a wide range of commercial and industrial applications is now much easier due to a Bayer MaterialScience LLC advance in waterborne primer coating raw material ...
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Now, wearing a pair of jeans means there is more water in the world for everyone. Lee introduces ‘Aqualite’ range of Denims made with much less water than usual. Even while reducing water usage at every stage of production, ...
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Mohawk is committed to continuous innovation proved by the company's powerful investments in the triexta and nylon categories. Today, P.E.T. carpets represent a $1.5+ billion market, according to the company. Mohawk has invested $180 ...
Wichita, Kan.-based polymers, fibers and chemical intermediates producer Invista has acquired the Netherlands-based polyester producer Advansa BV's assets related to specialty polyester products for apparel end-uses. Terms of the ...
The fourth successful show of Yarnex - the India International Yarn Exhibition 2012 concluded successfully with around 4,801 visitors including buyers from countries like China, Spain, Sri Lanka, Italy, Poland, the Middle East, the African ...
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Dirtball Fashion LLC, Hickory, N.C., has introduced a 100-percent recycled cotton/polyester, Made-in-USA men's apparel line. The company notes that recycling pre-consumer cotton reduces labor and land needs for cotton cultivation, and ...