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The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) announced a call for presentation abstracts for its IDEA®25 show, set for April 29 through May 1, 2025, at Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Fla.
The theme for IDEA25 is “Nonwovens for a Healthier Planet” highlighting nonwoven advancements in sustainability. The deadline to submit is June 7, 2024.
INDA’s IDEA show attracts thousands of nonwoven professionals from all functional areas spanning the entire supply chain, including product developers, designers, engineers, technical scouts and marketing professionals. Presentations will focus on responsible sourcing, innovations in sustainability, and end-of-life solutions for nonwovens and its related industries.
Examples of topics for consideration include:
RESPONSIBLE SOURCING
- Natural fibers (cotton, hemp, bamboo, banana, wood pulp, regenerated cellulose, wool, fur, chitin, feathers)
- Polymers (biopolymers, regenerated and recycled polymers, unconventional and alternatives to traditional polymers)
- Sustainable chemistries (finishes, lubricants, adhesives and additives)
INNOVATIONS IN SUSTAINABILITY
- Process improvements with sustainability impact (reduced waste, reduced energy, reduced water consumption)
- Product design improvements with sustainability impact (lightweight, designs for end-of-life)
END-OF-LIFE SOLUTIONS
- End-of-life or next-life considerations (compostability, biodegradability, recycling, advanced recycling and circularity)
Presenting is an opportunity for technical professionals to showcase pioneering research, innovative solutions, and expert insights with technology scouts.
Abstracts must be submitted via the INDA website by June 7, 2024, here.
For questions about the submission process or categories, contact INDA events coordinator Deanna Lovell: dlovell@inda.org