Techtextil North America, Texprocess in May 2018
December 30, 2017 - United States Of America
The 15th edition of Techtextil North America, and the fourth edition of Texprocess Americas are all set for May 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. The co-located shows are known for creating a dynamic synergy between industries, and present the latest in technical textiles, nonwovens, textile machinery, sewn products and equipment offering in the United States.
The events, to be held during May 22-24, will bring together product innovators, industry associations and research institutions to deliver a robust offering of networking and educational opportunities. With over 500 exhibiting companies, international media outlets and pavilions representing Germany, Italy, Taiwan, Belgium, China and Supply Chain USA, both visitors and exhibitors alike will gain exposure to new opportunities and outlets to market their businesses.
The co-located events will bring decision makers from all of the major industries that touch technical textiles, sewn products, their equipment and technology together in one place to experience the latest in innovation. Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas are expected to draw visitors in the realm of top industry executives, buyers, engineers, technical directors, plant managers, product development managers, and more.
The 2016 events hosted over 500 exhibitors from 33 countries attracting over 9,000 visitors.
“Each year, the co-location of Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas provides a diverse offering of products, services and technologies that represent the entire value chain for technical textiles and sewn products. We look forward to returning to Atlanta with an expanded show agenda and even more features and networking opportunities for visitors to take advantage of,” said Dennis Smith, president of Messe Frankfurt.
The highly-acclaimed symposia will give attendees the opportunity to listen and learn from industry leaders and subject matter experts as they discuss some of the most pivotal advancements in research and technology and shed light on the current global economic state and its effects across industries. There will be sessions smart textiles, advancements in nonwovens, new technology and its integration across industries, manufacturing and reshoring, cutting and sewing floor innovations, testing and regulatory expectations.
The event will give graduate students from around the world a platform to share their research findings with peers and potential employers/sponsors in the annual Graduate Student Poster Programme. Students will present their research during the three days of Tech Talks, which will be located on the floor of each show. (SV)