History, Capabilities and Future Plans for the Manufacturing Solutions Center

Jeff Neuville Director, Manufacturing Solutions Center at Catawba Valley Community College Created as the Hosiery Technology Center in 1990, the Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC) at Catawba Valley Community College has evolved into a nationally known and trusted resource for manufacturers throughout the United States. With an ISO accredited testing lab, knitting labs for product development […]

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Second Generation of Cotton Cationization: Sustainable Dyeing and Finishing of Cotton

Ahmed El-Shafei, Ph.D. This talk will provide a summary of dyeing results and fastness properties of cationized cotton using new cationizing chemistry knows as the Second Generation for Sustainable Dyeing and Finishing of Cellulosic Fabrics, developed in El-Shafei’s laboratory. Cotton pretreated using this new technology was dyed with reactive dyes and achieved a clear dye […]

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Electronics in Textiles

Despina Papadopoulos Wearable technology and e-textiles have captivated consumers for decades, spanning a wide range of applications and utilizing various materials and techniques. Despite persistent technical challenges, the field continues to evolve, presenting new opportunities for innovative applications. In this talk Despina will give a brief history of the space and discuss some of the […]

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UV Protection Factor as a Function of Cotton Fabric Construction, Dyeing, & UV Absorber Application

Katelyn Lee UV absorbers have a long history of effective application in the textile industry. Unfortunately, many potential users have misconceptions about the performance and durability of these products. This presentation will compare the UPF ratings with vs. without the addition of UV absorber for knit and woven fabrics with various weights, constructions, and dye […]

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Noble’s Planet Positive Initiative

Lou Protonentis Noble Biomaterials delivers an innovative approach to antimicrobial fabric performance. Ionic+ antimicrobial and odor control technology brings two new products to market in 2024. A first-of-its-kind botanical topical fabric treatment using a new EPA-registered citric formula, and Ionic+ Pro, the most advanced non-metal yarn technology for professional and industrial applications.

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The transition from pad application to digital spray finishing and its positive effect on the environment and the bottom line

Rick Stanford Brands and Retailers and consequently textile manufacturers are under tremendous pressure from consumers to provide products that are manufactured in a sustainable way. Baldwin Technology will present case studies how transitioning from pad application to spray finishing saves water, chemistry and significantly lowers the carbon footprint in the finishing department.

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Unlocking the Potential of Biobased Materials for Reduction of Environmental Impact

Dr. Ludwig Huber The upcoming economic transformation towards a more sustainable use of materials andenergy to decouple economic growth from greenhouse gas emissions will be anoutstanding challenge for the next decades. Key drivers influencing these ambitions fortransition is customer expectations, approaching regulations, and the intrinsic motivationto design state of the art of sustainable chemistry. In […]

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Measuring UV Protection for Apparel Fabrics

Diana Wyman Most people understand why UV protection is important – exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun can cause uncomfortable sunburns and deadly cancers. Clothing and headwear are key sources of protection when they are tested, labeled, and worn correctly. Examine the science of ultraviolet protection factor, or UPF, and the art of making […]

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