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Textile Manufacturing to Textile Marketing: South Carolina’s History Continues
The rich textile history of South Carolina continues Thursday, at one of only 18 nationally-recognized historical landmarks, specifically designated by architect Frank Lloyd Wright himself, in Greenville, South Carolina. Couture Closets launches an exclusive consignment digital store showcasing the... - October 08, 2013 - Couture Closets
Uniform Advantage Supports Making Strides This October
To continue support of October’s breast cancer awareness month, Uniform Advantage will donate $1 for every new Facebook page “like” received during the month of October. The donation proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) Making Strides organization. This... - October 04, 2013 - Uniform Advantage
New Gas Infrared Tower Oven for PTFE Coatings on Fiberglass
Industrial, Gas Powered Infrared Tower Oven for adding PTFE Coatings onto Fiberglass fabrics. - September 15, 2013 - Radiant Energy Systems
TAC SHIELD Black Tactical Nylon Products Are Introduced to the Law Enforcement Teams. Proven in the Battlefields by Marines, TAC SHIELD Nylon is Made by Proud Americans.
TAC SHIELD brand of American Made Tactical Nylon Gear is now offered to the Law Enforcement community in black. After years of proven support of our Warfighters in battlefields across the world, TAC SHIELD is now supporting our American Law Enforcement at the Federal, State and Local level. TAC SHIELD nylon is Made by Proud Americans. - September 14, 2013 - Military Products Inc
SEAMS Event Aims to Help Brands and Manufacturers Secure Their Future
The September 19-21 Networking Conference will feature presentations and panel discussions designed to help attendees maximize business opportunities and manage risks. The event is open to registered fashion and sewn products industry professionals. - September 11, 2013 - SEAMS Association
Alliance Bank & Trust Hires New Retail Leader
Alliance Bank & Trust, a North Carolina community bank with branches in Gastonia, Shelby, and Kings Mountain, announced the hiring of Sally D. Dunn to their retail banking team as Senior Vice President and Retail Banking Manager. - September 05, 2013 - Alliance Bank & Trust
MFI International Announces New President
Manufacturer, MFI International has announced the promotion of Lawrence Wollschlager to the post of President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. - August 28, 2013 - MFI International., MFG., LLC
Visual 2000 Unveils Major PLM and ERP Releases at Global Partner Event
Visual PLM.net V8 and Visual ERP.net V5 promise to help fashion companies gain and sustain a competitive edge with significant advancements in usability, dashboard visualization and reporting, and integration with Microsoft productivity tools. - August 26, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
RLM Delivers System Wide Upgrades in Latest FashionManager Release
The developer and marketer of the widely-used FashionManager enterprise software solution has added or extended numerous features and capabilities that are designed to help its high profile client base meet growing mandates for customer service, supply chain transparency, and operational speed and efficiency. - August 26, 2013 - RLM Apparel Software Systems
Leading Accessories Firm Aquarius Ltd. Taps Integrated IT Platform from Visual 2000
The St. Louis-based accessories designer and marketer is planning a phased implementation of the Visual End-2-End fashion solution. With out-of-the-box PLM, ERP, and other mission-critical capabilities, the all-in-one system will consolidate all product information and processes to enhance collaboration and streamline operations. - August 17, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
Billabong’s Platinum Pack Collection Features CORDURA® Lite Fabrics for Exceptional Durability Without Added Weight
New backpacks and travel bags are designed for adventure travel. - August 15, 2013 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
The SML Group Launches ViziT™ FT/200
The SML Group (“SML”) known for its range of Brand Identification Labels, has today launched the ViziT™ FT/200 a Bulk Encoder and Box Audit station. For operations that require bulk encoding of RFID tags and where items need to be counted and matched to the SKU when packed into... - August 13, 2013 - SML Group Limited
Sleepwear Leader Taps Visual PLM.net® to Advance Customer Focus
The Kersheh Group, owner of the Jelli Fish Kids, Vayola, and other popular brands, is implementing web-based PLM capabilities from longtime IT partner Visual 2000. The company expects the added capabilities to foster greater product collaboration and enhance the overall focus on customers. - August 06, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
Colorful Brentano Textiles in Playful Patterns
Fall 2013 Rhythm collection expands range of eco-friendly and performance fabrics. - August 04, 2013 - Brentano, Inc.
eCowhides Rolls Out Big Overstock Sale on Genuine Cowhide Rugs
eCowhides has announced the launch of a huge sale offering up to 60% off on its genuine, grade A cowhide rugs and pillows. - August 02, 2013 - eCowhides
Canadian Fashion Lifestyle Brand Distributor Selects Visual End-2-End
LEF Industries will leverage the simplicity and power of the all-in-one business software to manage purchasing, distribution, and customer service for its growing stable of global brands and more than 500 retail customers. - July 26, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
ACLeathercraft Brings Old Crafting Skills to the Modern Day – No Machines Allowed
Handcrafted leather journals, slip covers and checkbooks launched on Kickstarter to promote age old crafts. - July 26, 2013 - ACLeathercraft
Central Pennsylvania Mohair Producers to Attend SpinExpo in New York City
Principals at Pure American Naturals attending 5th Annual New York SpinExpo to network, discover upcoming trends. - July 14, 2013 - Pure American Naturals
SML Group Acquires Xterprise
The SML Group (“SML”) continues the expansion of its RFID ViziT™ program with the announcement today that it has acquired a controlling interest in Xterprise, Carrollton, TX, USA. Xterprise now becomes a part of the SML Group. As an industry leader in RFID item-level inventory... - July 11, 2013 - SML Group Limited
CORDURA® Lite Plus Fabric Offers New Standard for Lightweight Fabric Technologies
CORDURA® Brand Pushes the Limits of Durable Portability for the Outdoor and On-the-Go Segments - July 11, 2013 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
INVISTA’S CORDURA® Brand Expands Performance Line with Air Flow Technology (AFT) Fabric
High Performance Fabric Designed for Excellent Abrasion, Tensile Strength and Snagging Performance - July 11, 2013 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Kaico Fashion Ltd Announces the Launch of FashionDropshippers.com
Kaico Fashion Ltd one of London's largest affordable fashion wholesalers announces the launch of FashionDropshippers.com. Kaico Fashion Ltd has seen some rapid growth in 2013 and have added FashionDropshippers.com to their ever growing stable of online ecommerce websites. Designed as the premier... - July 01, 2013 - Kaico Fashion Ltd
Successful Launch Party for Community Focused Apparel Company
Doze City Apparel Launch Party It was a night filled with music, dancing, inspiring speakers, activities, smiling faces, open minds and open hearts. The Doze City Apparel launch party was a huge success! It was a sold out event and a non-stop evening of entertainment. Doze City Apparel, a crowd... - June 18, 2013 - Doze City Apparel
Vertical Knit Producer Nettalco Industries Upgrades to Engineered TruCost
The Lima, Peru based manufacturer of cotton knits and apparel has replaced legacy costing software with the latest ETC methods engineering and labor costing solution from Methods Workshop. Leveraging advanced industry-specific standards and the Microsoft technology platform, the ETC software is driving improved productivity, accuracy, and collaboration across three Nettalco locations. - June 08, 2013 - Methods Workshop
Lindi Lauren Launches Flirty Dirty Wear Clothing Co.
Hawaii supermodel, Lindi Lauren has announced the formation of a new and unique Eco clothing company that dyes their apparel in Hawaii's infamous "Red Dirt." Merging with the founder of the 20 year old "Original Red Dirt Shirt Co." which had specialized in men's shirts this new company focuses on women's sexy apparel. Lindi says "What makes it really unique is the cute and "Dirty" double meaning sayings available for printing on the apparel. This is the first company to offer such a product." - June 05, 2013 - Lindi Lauren LLC
Mercantile Capital Corporation Provides Equipment Loan for Apparel Manufacturer in Brea, CA Worth $600,000
Mercantile Capital Corporation (MCC), one of the nation’s leading providers of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loans for small business owners, recently closed an equipment loan for AST Sportswear, Inc. for $600,000 in total project costs. The purpose of this loan was to... - June 01, 2013 - Mercantile Capital Corporation
Jason Wu Implementing Cloud-Based FashionManager Solution
Prominent women’s designer brand Jason Wu is replacing independent software tools and gaining a host of new development, supply chain, and distribution capabilities through the implementation of the leading all-in-one fashion business solution. - May 29, 2013 - RLM Apparel Software Systems
ClearTrack Information Network Named a 2013 Top 100 Logistics IT Provider
ClearTrack Information Network, a leading provider of comprehensive, interactive supply chain software and services for the consumer retail industry, today announced that it has been named by Inbound Logistics magazine as a 2013 Top 100 Logistics Information (IT) Company. “ClearTrack was... - May 17, 2013 - ClearTrack Information Network
Demand for Cloud-Based ERP/PLM Drives Strong Growth at RLM
New cloud computing deployments and existing customer upgrades by leading fashion brands and retailers have combined to produce another year of consistently solid growth for the developer and marketer of the FashionManager enterprise software solution. - May 06, 2013 - RLM Apparel Software Systems
Uniform Advantage Introduces Group Ordering Online
Uniform Advantage recently added group ordering functionality to their website’s product pages for those customers looking to expediently order scrubs for multiple people at one time. For additional information about the new online group order functionality for medical uniforms, please visit www.UniformAdvantage.com. - April 24, 2013 - Uniform Advantage
K3 Business Technology Group to Distribute Visual PLM.net in Europe
The UK’s leading supplier of integrated business systems will exclusively market the popular fashion PLM software across Europe as a standalone PLM package or integrated with its Microsoft Dynamics enterprise solution. - April 12, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
Leading Wall Decor Firm Advances to Visual 2000 Integrated PLM/ERP
The largest artwork and decor firm in Canada is implementing natively integrated Visual PLM.net and Visual ERP.net solutions to support increased productivity and efficiency across its supply chain, distribution, and other operations. - April 09, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
SEAMS Conference to Help Sewn Products Companies Ride the Reshoring Wave
The April 26-27 event will feature informative presentations, panel discussions, and networking activities aimed at helping attendees seize the opportunities created through the growing trend in returning sewn products manufacturing to the USA. - April 09, 2013 - SEAMS Association
US Based Textile Manufacturer Utilizes Solar Generated Energy to Produce Sustainable American Made Products to Grow Business in Existing Markets
Installing a 365 killowatt solar power system is a smart strategy to reduce overhead costs for any small business. Utilizing solar energy in the manufacture of sustainable American made products makes Spector Textile Products of Lawrence, Ma an innovator. USA MADE Laundry Bags, is a new brand targeted to the "green conscious" dry cleaning, linen and laundry processing markets. - April 04, 2013 - USA MADE Laundry Bags
Brentano Offers Textiles in Range of Current and Classic Colors
New collection showcases Brentano as color leader. - April 03, 2013 - Brentano, Inc.
Leading Tableware Manufacturer Selects Integrated PLM/ERP from Visual 2000
PTS America, one of the world’s largest makers of porcelain, stoneware, and fine china, will implement Visual PLM.net and Visual ERP.net at its New York headquarters. - April 02, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
John Varvatos Goes Live on Cloud-Based RLM FashionManager ERP
Renowned menswear design house John Varvatos Enterprises has successfully implemented the fashion-focused enterprise software solution across its retail, wholesale, and ecommerce operations. A rapid implementation has resulted in increased visibility, control, and efficiency across the company’s demand to delivery processes. - March 29, 2013 - RLM Apparel Software Systems
Southend Building Products is Now Southend Reclaimed
Charlotte-based leader in reclaimed materials launches new name with same people, same products. - March 29, 2013 - Southend Reclaimed
SML Group Ltd and Nordic ID Join Forces Integrated Plug-and-Play RFID Solutions Cost Less, and Simplify Implementation
Implementing RFID just became a lot easier for businesses worldwide. SML Group Ltd., a global supplier of brand identification labels and RFID data solutions, and Nordic ID, an RFID technology specialist, have joined forces to bring a new range of cost effective and easy to use RFID applications... - March 26, 2013 - SML Group Limited
U.S. Protective Gear Manufacturer PGI Simplifies IT with Visual End2End
The Wisconsin-based developer and manufacturer of firefighting and other protective apparel and gear will replace legacy ERP and packaged software with a single, out-of-the-box industry solution. - March 22, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
Express Support for the Troops with This Patriotic T-Shirt Design from Americanherotshirt.com
People who wish to express their support for our military and the love for our country can do so now, by wearing the brand new 24-7 Patriotic T-Shirt from American Hero T Shirt. - March 19, 2013 - American Hero T Shirt
Brentano to Open Flagship Showroom
Textile design firm founders announce debut in Merchandise Mart at NeoCon 2013. - March 16, 2013 - Brentano, Inc.
CORDURA® Denim, Duck and Naturalle™ Fabrics Accepted Into Material ConneXion’s Library of Innovative Materials
CORDURA® brand fabrics now on display in nine countries. - March 07, 2013 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
New High-Performance Textiles by Brentano
Performance collection expands with usable and fresh textiles. - March 03, 2013 - Brentano, Inc.
MFI International Receives Corporate Mexican Customs Broker’s License
Manufacturer leads the way by being the only company with this type of permit for the textile industry in Mexico. - February 28, 2013 - MFI International., MFG., LLC
Turkish Ready to Wear Leader Aydınlı Group Selects Visual PLM.net
The vertical retailer is implementing the fashion-fluent PLM system to reduce cycle times and product costs across its Aydinli and globally recognized licensed brands. - February 22, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
Aspiring Designer Snags Accolades with CORDURA® Naturalle™ Fabric
Project OR Contestant Jillian Miranda Places 2nd with Backcountry Ski Jacket - February 13, 2013 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Brentano’s Symphonic Collection Creates Visual Representations of Songs
Introduction of new residential, contract, and hospitality textiles - February 02, 2013 - Brentano, Inc.
Visual PLM.net Gets Tighter Design Integration with Version 2 Illustrator Plug In
Version 2 of the Adobe Illustrator Plug-In extends interoperability of the popular design and fashion PLM solutions with the addition of robust image management and product editing tools. - January 22, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
SML Group Ltd. Expands Into Inlay Design and Production with the Launch of Three New UHF RFID Inlays, Aimed at the Global Retail Apparel & Textile Markets
SML Group Ltd., a global brand identification solutions provider that supplies Tags, Swing Tickets and Labels to the retail apparel industry, today announced the opening of a new inlay Production Center at its CGP facility in Clayton, Nr. Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. The new high tech facility... - January 16, 2013 - SML Group Limited