Specialty Fabrics Review February 2023 - 14

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TenCate, Saxion University sign MoU
G
eorgia-based safety textile manufacturer TenCate Protective Fabrics has
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saxion University in
Enschede, Netherlands, to strengthen their partnership toward research
on sustainable textiles.
" As two organizations devoted to textile innovation, we're excited at the
chance to unlock this new, scientific partnership, " says Michael Laton,
TenCate's vice president of global strategy and innovation. " Capitalizing on our
collective strengths and capabilities will only aid in the shared goal of bringing
fresh perspectives and new solutions to the protective textiles market. This
is just the beginning of a long, productive collaboration between TenCate
Protective Fabrics and Saxion. "
Saxion has expressed a desire to form collaborations with other companies
as well. " At Saxion, we look carefully at the company's ambitions in the area
of sustainability, " says Raimond Bartelink, head of the school of creative
technology. " The high-quality textiles produced by TenCate Protective Fabrics
are a good match for the work of the Sustainable and Functional Textiles
research group. This enables us to link creative technology and innovation
with education and so make an impact in the world around us. "
A firefighter's protective suit from TenCate.
Photo: TenCate Protective Fabrics
Under Armour, NC State sign research agreement
Under Armour employees will work alongside
A
thletic apparel brand Under Armour has signed
a master research agreement at North Carolina
State University in a new partnership aimed
at innovation.
Under Armour, based in Baltimore, Md., has opened
a center on the campus through a partnership that
will see the company invest more than $1 million in
research efforts with the university over the next year.
NC State researchers to develop new textiles
and materials for the apparel, footwear and
accessories industry. Collaborative projects will
uncover innovative solutions to support athletes on
their journey to compete, while also improving the
industry's environmental impact. In addition, working
with researchers in the university's Wilson College of
Textiles, Under Armour will conduct rigorous testing
to ensure top fabric performance and endurance.
" The addition of Under Armour on campus will
result in meaningful experiences for our faculty
and students, " says NC State Chancellor Randy
Woodson. " Through shared expertise, we look
forward to strengthening textiles innovation,
improving sustainability and developing future
leaders for our industry. "
NC State is a strategic partner for Under Armour's
Under Armour's donated equipment inside the Nonwovens Institute
on NC State's Centennial Campus. Photo: NCSU
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innovation team because of the university's strong
talent pipeline, highly regarded academic programs
and unique location. North Carolina is the epicenter
of textile manufacturing in the U.S., and NC State
is home to the nation's leading institutions for
nonwovens and textiles.
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