How U.S. trade actions affect the textile industry
网页2020年5月1日 · by Lawrence A. Ward and Dave Townsend The textile trade has long been complicated, requiring careful attention to the source and production methods throughout the supply chain to determine whether imports were allowed under quotas or what tariff rate applied to the imports. Although the Trump administration has a fundamentally different …
Choosing the right foam for your seating project
网页2017年8月1日 · Support: The thickness of the foam will affect its ability to support weight. Consider the weight of the person being supported. A larger person (more than 250 pounds) will need firmer foam. Comfort: The softer the foam, the more comfortable it will be.Adding a Dacron® fiberfill wrap topper is an excellent way to add a bit of comfort while still having …
Looking back, looking ahead: Textile industry trends
网页2024年4月1日 · Trends from 2023, including an emphasis on sustainability, will continue in 2024 along with smart textiles, novel materials and artificial intellgience.
Sustainable construction projects using fabric
网页2024年8月1日 · Using fabric building materials as part of construction projects can increase sustainability and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings.
Clothing made from human hair - Specialty Fabrics Review
网页2022年2月1日 · Learn how Amsterdam-based designer Zsofia Kollar creates sustainable clothes out of recycled human hair yarn. See photos of her prototype jumper made of 100 percent Dutch blond hair.
Wilkie Technical Textiles partners with Ocean State Innovations
网页2024年6月24日 · Key benefits of the partnership: Enhanced service and quality: This partnership will ensure that customers continue to receive the highest standards of products and services.; Innovation and product development: Drawing on their global knowledge pool and development resources, OSI and Wilkie will work to develop new products and …
Leigh Fibers purchases Martex Fibers, rebrands business as Revive …
网页2024年4月9日 · Leigh Fibers, headquartered in Wellford, S.C., announced that it has purchased the operating assets of Martex Fiber and rebranded the business as Revive Fiber.
Understanding the differences between NFPA and CSFM
网页2008年6月1日 · What is NFPA 701? What test and specs must be met to earn the NFPA 701 Registered Flame Retardant Seal from the State of California Fire Marshal? Our sales team struggles when this question is asked. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) are two separate entities. While both … Read …
Precision Textiles opens new manufacturing facility in North Carolina
网页2021年10月4日 · Precision Textiles, a global supplier of coated fabrics, nonwovens and laminates, has expanded its production capacity with a new 160,000 square-foot facility in Troy, NC. The plant will serve the bedding industry and create 100 jobs in the area.
Newtex Industries Inc. acquires Gentex Corp.'s industrial textile ...
网页2023年8月8日 · Newtex, a manufacturer of high-performance textiles for thermal management and fire protection, has bought Gentex's Industrial Textile Division, which includes the Dual-Mirror and FlexIR brands of aluminized fabrics. The acquisition expands Newtex's product portfolio and global presence in the market for radiant heat shielding.