Fabric Softeners Wreak Havoc on Hotel Bedspreads
NEW YORK - Hoteliers could save themselves some aggravation - and loads of sullied laundry - if only they read their washing instructions more carefully. Though mill owners and textile fabricators normally warn customers of the perils of certain… Read more.September 30, 2003
Bryant Sees Wovens Giving Ground to Prints
NEW YORK - Bryant Industries Corp., a 52-year-old converter sees a renewed interest in decorative print fabrics in the U.S.A. and worldwide. In October, the outdoor furniture fabrics specialist will launch its first decorative print fabric… Read more.September 3, 2003
Bru to Present Online Stock Checking Program at Decosit
BRUSSELS – Bru Textiles has developed a computerized system to enable its customers to check Bru's inventory online. The Kontich, Belgium-based converter is also expanding its facilities, according to Jason Nieman who co-owns Bru with… Read more.September 2, 2003
As Indonesia Recovers, Industry Looks to Squelch Smuggling
BANDUNG, Indonesia – As signs indicate the beginning of an economic recovery in Indonesia, the nation's exporters are likely to face strong competition in the region, especially from the People's Republic of China and Vietnam. Textile… Read more.September 2, 2003
Goeters Establishes Contract Division and Expands Product Range
ZELE, Belgium — A year after offering wet-prined contract fabrics to customers, the rotary screen printer Goeters Ars et Labor has established a separate contract division. The division has a dedicated design team and sales force, which… Read more.September 2, 2003
Castellano Beltrame Introduces Trevira®CS Trim
MILAN – Castellano Beltrame announced it has made arrangements to supply products for hospitality projects in Las Vegas, just as the company is preparing to introduce its first Trevira®CS line of trim at Decosit. "We're working on… Read more.September 2, 2003
Alessandra Beltrame, July 6, 1939-August 9, 2003
EAST LONDON, South Africa — Alessandra Beltrame, a founder and guiding spirit of Castellano-Beltrame, a leading trimmings manufacturer here, passed away after losing a long battle with cancer on Saturday, August 9 at her East London home.… Read more.August 29, 2003
Revived Texoprint Takes New Direction
BOEKELO, The Netherlands – Fabric printer Texoprint Holland has begun collaborating with designer Harry Adriaans on its new collection that is hoped will revitalize the company's fortunes. The Dutch firm, formerly a subsidiary of Gamma… Read more.August 29, 2003
