
World of Wipes and RISE conferences transition to virtual
INDA’s 4th annual RISE 2013 Conference brought together technology seekers in the global nonwovens and engineered fabrics value chain for discussions about the latest technical innovations, and how they can be applied to help create value-added, more competitive products. The conference took place from 30 September – 3 October at the Grand Hyatt in Denver, Colorado, welcoming more than 200 attendees, including a diverse group of marketing and technical executives, business development leaders and technical scouts. “This year’s RISE conference delivered outstanding content and connection opportunities for all attendees. Both are key elements of INDA’s mission to provide thought leadership in innovation and technology to help members be successful. We are delighted with all the positive feedback we have received and the continued growth in attendance,” commented INDA president Dave Rousse.
18th October 2013
Innovation in Textiles
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Cary, NC
INDA’s 4th annual RISE 2013 Conference brought together technology seekers in the global nonwovens and engineered fabrics value chain for discussions about the latest technical innovations, and how they can be applied to help create value-added, more competitive products.
The conference took place from 30 September – 3 October at the Grand Hyatt in Denver, Colorado, welcoming more than 200 attendees, including a diverse group of marketing and technical executives, business development leaders and technical scouts.
“This year’s RISE conference delivered outstanding content and connection opportunities for all attendees. Both are key elements of INDA’s mission to provide thought leadership in innovation and technology to help members be successful. We are delighted with all the positive feedback we have received and the continued growth in attendance,” commented INDA president Dave Rousse.
Topics and innovations discussed during presentations and sessions at the RISE 2013 Conference included:
This year’s RISE Durable Product Award was awarded to RTI International for their NLITe Nanofibre Light Improvement Technology.
NLITe is an innovative, energy saving technology platform for the lighting industry using nonwovens. This technology can be applied to any lighting fixture to create 20% more light while using 0% more energy.
The other two nominees were Bonar’s Colback Profloor nonwoven backing, designed to improve tuftability for carpet producers, and Dell Seven/GMX’s ThermalDrain patented synthetic board for below grade waterproofing, an alternative to fiberglass.
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