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HUESKER implements first high-performance robot
September 8th, 2021
The HUESKER Group, a manufacturer of technical high-performance textiles for civil engineering, agriculture, industry and lightweight construction, along with ABB, a pioneer in robotics and automation, have developed a high-performance robot used for handling and palletizing heavy yarn reels. In one of its production plants, which produces base yarn also made from 100 percent recycled […]
Glen Raven addresses supply chain issues
September 7th, 2021
In a recent news release distributed by Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), Kirk Fitzsimmons, director of industrial sales for Glen Raven Inc., discussed the continuing supply challenges for fabricators ordering Sunbrella fabrics. “We’re seeing unprecedented levels of demand for Sunbrella fabrics–more than twice pre-pandemic levels across all markets,” says Fitzsimmons. “Beyond demand, there are also […]
Durst appoints Cosh as UK and Ireland label business development manager
September 7th, 2021
Simon Cosh, an inkjet specialist with more than 30 years of experience in the print and graphic communications industry, has been appointed UK and Ireland Label Business Development Manager by Durst, manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies. Cosh will work closely with the local sales, service, supply and logistics teams as well as […]
Geosynthetics solve the unique needs of wind energy projects
September 7th, 2021
How to select geosynthetics for wind farms? As energy demands continue to rise throughout the world, renewable energy projects such as wind farms are taking off both locally and globally. Turbines of the Altamont Pass Wind Farm, Altamont Pass, Calif. Photograph by Eric Molina, Creative Commons License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/deed.en The 2021 United Nations’ Intergovernmental Report on Climate […]
Improved UV inks for flatbed printers
September 6th, 2021
Mutoh America's PJUVG5CMYK+W UV inks now have improved life expectancy and outdoor durability. Mutoh America’s PJUVG5CMYK+W UV inks now stretch up to 260 percent and have up to two years outdoor durability without lamination, (media and environment dependent), extending their capabilities. These inks have a wide color gamut, long shelf life and are designed for […]
Geosynthetic load transfer platform for stormwater management system in Malaysia
September 6th, 2021
Installation of Mirafi HP380a over the flat thin soil layer followed by aggregate backfilling. Photograph courtesy of TenCate Geosynthetics Asia Sdn. Bhd. Climate change and human mismanagement of water resources, such as river channels and floodplains, increase flooding and erosion problems. Poor urbanization restricts floodwater flow and eventually leads to destructive flooding. Detention and retention […]
Biden Administration awards $6.5M contract to U.S. Cotton LLC
September 3rd, 2021
The Biden Administration has awarded a contract for $6.5 million to U.S. Cotton LLC, the largest manufacturer of cotton swabs in the United States, to increase domestic production capability for polyester tipped swabs for home testing kits and mass testing applications to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the beginning of the pandemic, U.S. Cotton has retooled […]
Four major takeaways from ASCE’s 2020 Code of Ethics updates
September 3rd, 2021
By Felon Wilson, Geomembrane Consultant, Seaman Corp. XR-5G geomembrane protecting structural EPS geofoam in a transportation application, Alondra Blvd. at I-5, Santa Fe Springs, Calif. Owner: CalTrans. Photograph courtesy of Seaman Corp. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) first adopted a Code of Ethics in 1914 for the purpose of creating a model of […]
Drexel University seeking volunteers for e-textile focus groups
September 2nd, 2021
The Pennsylvania Fabric Discovery Center (PA FDC) at Drexel University is recruiting for focus groups with e-textile professionals from diverse backgrounds to share their experiences and challenges in developing and integrating e-textile applications. Researchers will be conducting focus groups with designers, engineers and manufacturing experts working in the e-textiles space to better understand the challenges […]
Marine Mat now ISO 9001:2015 certified
September 2nd, 2021
Marine Mat, which manufactures EVA traction mats to the marine industry, officially became ISO 9001:2015 certified on July 29th, 2021. This certification is the international standard that specifies requirements for quality management systems, says Robby Wellden, general manager. “The ISO 9001 certification enhances Marine Mat’s standing in the industry. We have consistently met high-quality standards […]