The imperative for products and companies to become more sustainable comes from consumer expectations as well as industry regulators. With increasing pressure to move to more environmentally friendly business models comes the necessity not only to change supply chains, and manufacture and retail practices, but also to prove that environmental claims can be substantiated to create customer trust. This webinar provides an introduction to current industry developments towards sustainability. Recycling and upcycling trends will be examined, as well as labeling…

This intensive 2.5-day course is your opportunity to deepen your understanding of how baby diapers, incontinence and feminine care products are designed, how they function, and how their material components influence final design and costs. You’ll receive technical instruction on raw materials used in the components of modern absorbent hygiene products (AHPs) and how and why they’re assembled the way they are. You’ll reverse-engineer a selection of products to gain a hands-on understanding of product construction and component function. And…

This year's Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference will present an exciting opportunity to dive into some of the changes taking shape in Detroit, while also hearing from our members on new ideas, solutions, and technology available for the sewn products industry. ​ The 2022 Advancements Conference will be held in conjunction with the Detroit Auto Show. As an added bonus for this year's event, Advancements Conference attendees and speakers will receive a floor pass to the Auto Show.

Down is a luxurious, natural byproduct that is widely used to provide insulation and comfort in the home, outdoor, and hospitality segments. This natural fiber maintains an optimal warmth to weight ratio and provides flexibility for product designers in terms of aesthetics, warmth, and sustainability. Unlike other fibers, down’s longevity and mono-composition make it the insulation of choice. Understanding what specification to use, when to buy, treatment options, and certifications, can be challenging. We welcome you to join members of…

The ITMC 2022 conference targets guests from various branches and disciplines related to the textile industry. Its interdisciplinary approach is the key to maximizing the potential and development of textile materials and tools for various applications. The purpose of the conference is to explore new ideas, effective solutions and collaborative partnerships for business growth by catalyzing the creation of a beneficial synergy between designers, manufacturers, suppliers and end users of all sectors and making full use of this potential. ITMC…

The purpose of this informative, action-oriented event is to strengthen the textile innovation ecosystem by fostering collaboration and dialogue among key stakeholders in academia, industry and government. Join us for this half day forum, featuring thought-provoking remarks from government officials along with presentations and a panel discussion with URI faculty, students and industry experts.  The Textile Sustainability Forum presented by RITIN, URI & Polaris MEP will also showcase dozens of Rhode Island-based textile companies seeking new talent and sharing their…