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- Published On: December 4, 2023
An ambitious partnership between textile recycling company Nouvelles Fibres Textiles, waste sorting specialist Pellenc ST and international technology group ANDRITZ, a specialist in textile recycling machinery and processes has culminated in France’s first industrial plant for automated sorting and recycling of textile waste being officially inaugurated at Nouvelles Fibres Textiles, Amplepuis, on November 30, 2023. [...]
- Published On: December 4, 2023
Bio-Tex™ Shield membrane offers waterproof, windproof and breathable protection with 58% bio-based content. Modern Meadow, in partnership with Singtex Group, has launched Bio-Tex™ Shield membrane, which offers waterproof, windproof and breathable protection with 58% bio-based content. This solvent-free and PFAS/PFC-free technology can be paired with fabrics made from bio-based fibers to create high-performance garments made [...]
- Published On: December 4, 2023
NanoXplore Inc., a world-leading graphene company, announces an interesting achievement in graphite exfoliation with the successful development of a novel dry graphene manufacturing process. With granted patents already secured, this proprietary technology boosts some key physical properties in polymers by 20% compared to existing products for applications with over 20-year longevity requirements. The technology finds potential [...]
- Published On: December 1, 2023
NatureWorks, a manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA) biopolymers made from renewable resources, announced the appointment of Erik Ripple as the company’s new president and CEO Ripple will succeed interim president and CEO, Jill Zullo, who has served in the role since March 2023 when former CEO, Rich Altice, retired from NatureWorks. Ripple comes to NatureWorks [...]
- Published On: December 1, 2023
Contech Engineered Solutions presents the webinar – Beneath the Surface: Exploring Underground Stormwater Detention Material Options – on December 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. EST. Participants earn 1 Professional Development Hour (PDH) and you can register here. The choice of materials directly affects the performance, longevity, and costs of stormwater detention systems. A thorough understanding [...]
- Published On: December 1, 2023
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Office of Communications and Public Involvement has won four top awards from an organization representing state transportation agencies across the country. ADOT took home the honors during the recent annual meeting of TransComm, the communications committee for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the national [...]
- Published On: November 30, 2023
National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued the following statement in support of Rep. Jennifer Wexton’s (D-VA) letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging his agency to step up isotopic testing of imported products containing cotton sourced from forced labor in Xinjiang, China. The Congresswoman’s press [...]
- Published On: November 30, 2023
The National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) and Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) are seeking nominations for the 2024 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award. Since 1999, the national award has sought to recognize an individual with a record of achievement in inspiring, educating and enriching the lives of women through sailing. Past [...]
- Published On: November 30, 2023
Photo courtesy of EventWorks. EventWorks, a Southeast event rental provider, and Quest Events, a drape and scenic elements provider, unveiled their strategic combination, marking a significant milestone in the event industry. The merger brings together two esteemed organizations to fortify strengths, broaden reach and deliver an unparalleled full-service experience to event professionals. EventWorks and Quest [...]