Nonwovens

25th Oct 2024

Texas Tech University's nonwovens laboratory and Jayalakshmi Textiles have received the Intexcon innovation award for their collaborative research in technical textiles, presented by Rajeev Saxena in Ahmedabad, India. The partnership showcased the value-added applications of cotton. The event was attended by around 230 industry professionals.

25th Oct 2024

Gessner has launched MecNa, a revolutionary air filter media featuring a 3D nanofibre design for enhanced durability and performance. Developed post-COVID, MecNa addresses reduced lifespan issues in current nanofibre filters by embedding individual nanofibres within the media. This construction ensures high airflow resistance and consistent...

23rd Oct 2024

Web Industries has appointed Suzanne Rotherham as chief operating officer. With over 25 years of experience in supply chain, IT, and general management, she has led transformative initiatives, including ERP implementation. Rotherham previously served as VP and managing director at Hollingsworth & Vose and held leadership roles at Johns Manville.

22nd Oct 2024

Minna Rouru has been appointed as the chief people and communications officer at Suominen, effective February 2025. She joins from Kone Corporation, bringing extensive experience in HR management and change leadership across Asia, America, and Europe. President and CEO Tommi Björnman expressed confidence in Rouru's ability to enhance Suominen's...

18th Oct 2024

Gessner has introduced its Alphastar tribo-electric and NeenahPure meltblown nonwovens, featuring an activated carbon layer for pleatable and bag filters. These high-efficiency electrostatic filter media capture impurities like VOCs and odours, tailored to individual needs. The Alphastar offers superior filtration performance, while NeenahPure...

14th Oct 2024

The inaugural Asia Nonwovens Technology Expo (ANTEX Asia 2024) will be held from November 13-15 in Bangkok, showcasing Thailand’s leadership in sustainable nonwoven technologies. With a market share of 48 per cent in Southeast Asia, Thailand aims to strengthen its position as a production hub. The expo will feature more than 100 exhibitors.

9th Oct 2024

Berry’s subsidiary, Treasure Escrow Corporation, plans to issue $500 million in senior secured notes, due 2031. Proceeds will fund cash distributions related to the merger of Berry's nonwovens business with Glatfelter, repay Glatfelter's debt, and cover fees. The combined entity will be renamed Magnera Corporation. The notes are offered only to...

8th Oct 2024

HealthyBaby has launched SmartyPants, the first EWG verified safe and plastic-neutral diapers. This initiative supports developmental health and safety; building on their 2020 achievement of the first EWG verified safe diaper. In partnership with RePurpose Global, HealthyBaby has prevented over 1 million pounds of plastic from entering the...

7th Oct 2024

The 2024 RISE Conference, co-hosted by INDA and The Nonwovens Institute, focused on sustainability in nonwovens, covering recycling, bio-based materials, and circular economy strategies. Hempitecture won the Innovation Award for PlantPanel insulation. Arnold Wilkie received the INDA Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to fiber and...