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Duvaltex announces intention to restructure operations under Creditors Act
December 27th, 2023
Duvaltex, an office furniture textile manufacturer and protective textiles supplier, announced that it has sought protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) before the Superior Court of Québec in order to provide the company with time to restructure its finances, while continuing normal operations. The company has initiated a corresponding filing in the United […]
SEAMS joins Texworld NYC to amplify U.S.-based sourcing
December 22nd, 2023
Texworld NYC, a trade show for the textile and apparel industry, announced the expansion of its longstanding “Local Sourcing” feature area at the upcoming event in January, marking a significant milestone in the event’s commitment to addressing the escalating demand for reliable and innovative domestic sourcing choices. As part of an initiative to empower the […]
Gildan Activewear welcomes Chris Shackelton to board of directors
December 21st, 2023
Gildan Activewear Inc. announced a support agreement with Coliseum Capital Management LLC, pursuant to which Coliseum will support Gildan’s full slate of Board nominees at each of the 2024 and 2025 annual meetings of shareholders. In connection with the agreement, and after meeting with members of Gildan’s board of directors, Coliseum currently intends to make […]
AATCC announces 2024 Student Design Competition
December 20th, 2023
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to showcase their design talents to win cash and recognition by participating in the 2024 Concept 2 Consumer Student Design Competition. Entries are due April 11, 2024. This year’s theme, “Vibrant Vacation—Colorful Resort Wear," asks students to design a colorful resort wear apparel line that will include the use […]
Rheiazymes AG (Switzerland) joins ITMF as corporate member
December 19th, 2023
With its proprietary molecular bio recycling technology, Rheiazymes, based in Horgen, Switzerland, provides biotech solutions for recycling of functional fabrics. Rheiazymes’ first industry application, YARN-TO-YARN® is a commitment to closing the recycling gap for synthetic yarn blends and functional textiles, through using natural enzymes. "It is important to welcome start-up companies like Rheiazymes as new […]
Wool pellets found to be useful in agriculture
December 18th, 2023
A farm in Utah asserts that pellets made of wool can improve soil quality. Croydon, Utah-based Wild Valley Farms is leading the effort with its “Wool Pellets” that offer a blend of sustainability and effectiveness. Derived from 100 percent raw U.S. wool, these eco-friendly pellets not only support local industries but are also said to […]
Side-by-side conductivity and flexibility
December 18th, 2023
Sample fibers, which are cotton on one side and conductive polymer on the other. Photo: Washington State University. Electrically conductive "smart fabrics" have many potential applications, but their specialized fibers typically aren't as soft and flexible as those made of regular materials. An experimental new two-faced fiber, however, is both flexible and conductive. Developed by a team […]
Sleep health technologies to be launched
December 18th, 2023
Sleep technology brand DeRUCCI Group has announced that it will be launching a new line of sleep health technologies in January 2024, including smart mattresses, anti-snore pillows, intelligent height adjustable pillows and other smart sleep solutions. The company says its T11 Pro and MWI1 Smart Mattresses warn users about potential health issues before they are […]
The critical role of standards for advanced textiles
December 18th, 2023
AFFOA and its collaborators are experimenting with a variety of methods and patterns to incorporate conductive fibers into a fabric. Photo: Janet Preus In its final declaration, the recent COP28 called for countries to transition away from fossil fuel, signaling textile and other manufacturing sectors to explore greener methods and products. Furthermore, emerging regulations, greater […]
Columbia expands its involvement in Space exploration
December 18th, 2023
Columbia Sportswear’s Omni-Heat Infinity was launched in 2021 and uses a distinctive gold metallic lining described by the company as being “the gold standard in warmth.” Photo: Columbia Sportswear. While designing for the demands of sportswear can be challenging, Columbia Sportswear has pushed its game a step further by meeting the requirements demanded in Space. In […]