January 30, 2020
Wearables News Briefs - February 2020
PolyOne Specialty Inks has launched its new Zodiac Aquarius digital hybrid eco-conscious water-based ink system. It consists of a white underbase and matte top coat designed to protect and enhance digitally printed garments. These inks produce a soft, flexible hand, matte finish and vibrant colors, while also helping to improve wash durability, according to the company.
Epson has launched its first industrial direct-to-garment printer, the SureColor F3070. It’s the first Epson DTG to leverage dual printhead technology and a bulk ink pack system. It has an all-new automatic garment-height adjustment and easy user maintenance features to increase production and reduce downtime.
Cap America, Inc. (asi/43792) has promoted Cory Cissell to director of sales and Jon Page to director of knit operations.
HanesBrands (asi/59528) announced that M. Scott Lewis, current chief accounting officer and controller, will now serve as interim chief financial officer. “We have a very strong global finance organization,” said Hanes CEO Gerald W. Evans Jr. “Scott is an accomplished finance professional well-versed with our company and strategies. He will provide essential leadership during this transition.”
Founder Sport Group, parent company of Badger Sport (asi/37876), welcomes Mike Seferyn as chief information officer. “We’re thrilled to have a proven technology leader of Mike’s caliber join the Founder Sport Group team,” said CEO John Anton. “Mike’s deep infrastructure expertise, coupled with his track record of delivering innovative customer-facing digital solutions, reinforces our commitment to utilizing technology to provide unmatched speed, quality and ease for our customers across all channels.”
Royal Apparel (asi/83731) has announced the release of its new 2020 Catalog, shot throughout New York City and created in a book format.
Storm Creek Apparel (asi/89879) has announced that it contributed a record $50,002 to charity in 2019.
Bag Makers (asi/37940) has introduced more than 15 new bags and expanded imprint and special packaging options for 2020.
SanMar (asi/84863) has launched 100 new styles, such as the District Re-Tee made from 100% recycled fabric.
Stahls’ (asi/88984) has added Flexstyle 3-D beveled emblems to its product offering.
Poly-Pak Industries (asi/81350) introduced a full line of eco-friendly plastic tote bags. The Good Earth program offers plastic bags made from 100% compostable plastic, plant-based poly made from sugarcane and poly containing 40% post-consumer recycled content. These bags currently comply with 99% of the bag legislations passed in the U.S.
Trimark (asi/92121) announced the launch of its Spring 2020 collection. The launch adds 26 new styles to the company’s popular Elevate line and exclusive Roots 73™ collection from retail brand partner Roots.
SanMar Corporation (asi/84863) has introduced the District Re-Tee made from 100% recycled fabric. The T-shirt is never re-dyed and is made from reclaimed material that may have otherwise ended up in a landfill.
TSC Apparel (asi/90518) announced a refresh for apparel brand Tultex. The revamp includes a new logo, website and brand design across its social media accounts.