Techtextil North America 2016 Symposium Sessions

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1 Tuesday, May 3, :30 11:00 am Tension Structures Learn more about the architectural perspective of a tension structure and what to know about tension structures from an architectural point-of-view. The session will then turn to an engineering perspective and what to expect from a tension structure in relationship to engineering loads and what it takes to erect a tension structure and have it be safe and last based on the lifetime of the fabric selected. The session will then add a fabrication perspective and what is involved with the fabrication of a tension structure from a fabricators perspective and what it takes to work with a client within all of these different aspect. Moderator: Marc Shellshear, Gale Pacific, Inc. 1. Wayne Rendely, Wayne Rendely PE Topic: Fabric Canopy 30 x 30 Numerous Possibilities 2. Tim Koehler, Lawrence Fabric & Metal Structures, Inc., 3. Nic Goldsmith, FTL Topic: Innovations and Ideas in Tension Structures Textile Testing and How It Affects the Industry Textile Testing plays a major role in the development of new products, as well as maintaining quality standards of existing products. This session focuses on how testing affects the textile industry. Moderator: Sam Buff, Textile Technology Center- Gaston College 1. Diana Wyman, AATCC Confirmed Topic: How Textile Testing Affects the Industry 2. Teresa Williams- Guilford Performance Textiles- Confirmed Advancements in Nonwovens The nonwovens session will focus on the latest machinery developments and all segments of the industry from web formation to bonding including needle punching, spunbonding and melt blowing to hydroentangling, and thermal bonding. New and emerging product lines will also be a focus. Moderator: Behnam Pourdeyhimi, The Nonwoven s Institute 1. Eunkyoung Shim, NCSU Topic: Nonwovens and Fibers Filled with Calcium Carbonate 2. Xiangwu Zhang, Ph.D. NCSU Topic: Centrifugally-Spun Nanofibers for Advanced Energy Storage

2 3. Andy Griffin Professor Emeritus, Georgia Institute of Technology Topic: Auxetic Phenomena in Nonwoven Fabrics; New Fiber Technologies (Basic) (2-Part Session) Part One is intended for those new to the synthetic fiber industry, those needing a good understanding of fiber fundamentals, and those interested in learning about the latest commercially significant fiber processes. This session will take you through the basic fiber technologies and respective markets currently using these respective fibers and what new horizons are being explored within each of these areas. If you are looking for a refresher course outside of your area of expertise or new to the business as discussed this course is for you. Moderator: Marc Shellshear, Gale Pacific, Inc 1. Satish Kumar, Georgia Institute of Technology Topic: Recent Developments in Polymer Nano Composite Fibers Jeffrey S Dugan, Fiber Innovation Technology, Inc Topic: Are Two Better than One? Bicomponent Fibers and What they can Offer Bill Stuckey, COATS Wednesday, May 4, 2016 Advancements and Future Uses Smart Textiles Discover advancements and future expectations in smart, functional and innovative textiles. An introduction to new functions and unique structures of textiles suitable for many challenging applications related to engineering and medical applications. Moderator: Bipin Kumar, UC Davis 1. Maurizio Macagno, Sensoria Topic: The Garment is the Computer 2. Michael Gibson Company Representative, Herzog Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG; Topic: New Developments for Braiding for Technical and Medical Textiles as well as Composites. 3. Jan Beringer Professor, Hohenstein Institute; Topic: Innovative and Highly Functional Fabrics for Humans in Space and on Earth- 4. Dr Jin Di, Formulation Scientist, CA Topic: Wearable Flexible Film Containing Therapeutic Depots for Drug Delivery 5. Bipin Kumar, UC Davis Topic: Stress Control in Textiles and its Smart Functions

3 New Fiber Technologies (Advanced) (Two Part Session) In Part 2 of this session learn from experts about the most recent synthetic fiber developments expected to have technical and commercial significance in the field of synthetic fibers. Advanced products from micro, nanofibers to carbon fibers will be discussed. Moderator: Behnam Pourdeyhimi, The Nonwoven s Institute 1. Po-Hsiang Wang Georgia Institute of Technology Topic: Nanotechnology in technical textiles- 2. JUAN P HINESTROZA, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Fiber Science Director of Graduate Studies CORNELL UNIVERSITY Topic: New metrology tools to understand nanoscale phenomena on fibers 3. Ashley Morris, University of Kentucky- Topic: Understanding the Development of Solution Spun Polymer Fibers to Control Final Properties: Solid and Hollow Fibers Auxetic and Protective Textiles Auxetic structures and materials are those that get fatter on stretching rather than becoming thinner, as is the ordinary case. This counterintuitive behavior opens exciting vistas for design and creation of new textile materials and structures for applications that would benefit from auxetic response to tension or compression. This session will highlight advances in such auxetic textile materials and structures. Some of the presentations will couple auxetic behavior with protective functions for personnel exposed to a dangerous environment or situation. Included in this session will also be presentations on non-auxetic protective textiles. Moderator: Andy Griffin, Georgia Institute of Technology 1. Andrew Alderson Sheffield Hallam University, UK Topic: Straining to make an impact (protector) : an overview of auxetic textiles and their impact response 2. Hong Hu- Hong Kong Polytechnic University Topic: Auxetic 3-D textiles and composites 3. Meisha Shofner Georgia Institute of Technology Topic: Auxetic Behavior in Needle-punched Nonwoven Fabrics 4. David O Keefe President and CEO, Advanced Fabric Technology Topic: Design Methodologies using Auxetic Fabrics for Blast and Ballistic Applications 5. Mary-Lynn Langraf, The DOC Topic: FACTORS DRIVING THE EVOLUTIONARY PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MARKET 6. Q&A

4 Innovations in Geosynthetic Textiles Geosynthetics are being utilized for a variety of construction applications that were once thought to be only in the realm of Concrete or Steel, allowing for construction of structures in extreme conditions such as very soft soils, in underwater locations and in contaminated or extreme ph conditions to name a few. This session will feature presentations on new and innovative Geosynthetic textile technologies for Geotechnical and Civil Engineering applications. Moderator: Mike Clements, Huesker, Inc 1. Lilma Schimmel, MSCE, PE Head of Engineering, Huesker Inc, Topic: Geosynthetic Encased Column a Deep Foundation Solution for Earth Structures. Thursday May 5, 2016 Welding and Stitch-Free Seam Technologies for Industrial and Apparel Products (Joint Session with TTNA) Stitch-free seam technology welded or bonded are two different concepts. Welding is the process of joining pieces of synthetic fabrics with various methods: hot air, hot wedge, RF, ultra-sonic, plunge, laser, and impact. Bonding, on the other hand, can be performed on two pieces of fabric by placing a heat activated material (adhesive) between them. Stitch-free seaming technologies are extensively used in performance apparel, sportswear, and fitted active wear. Technical outerwear is becoming less bulky and more form-fitting while retaining the latest advances in waterproof and breathable capability. Moderator: [Kari and Kristy] 1. Traci Evling- JTE Machine Topic : TBD 2. Miller Weldmaster- 3. Karl-Heinz Herzer, DAP America Sustainability / How does sustainability aid the textile industry? Many companies in the textile industry have embarked on a path toward sustainability. This session focuses on sustainability champions sharing their thoughts on emerging technologies, latest trends and the future efforts of maintaining some degree of sustainability while running a profitable enterprise. Moderator: Sam Buff, Textile Technology Center- Gaston College 1. Ian Rosenberger and Lee Kimball Thread International

5 2. Christo Stanev, EVNRU Topic: Innovating for sustainability the story of Regenerated Cellulose 3. Dr. Magali Brown, Nicca Chemical Topic: A unique approach to PFC-Free water repellent systems: performance and sustainability. 4. Q&A

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