#Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

2022-08-25

Bob Griesenbeck joins Baldwin’s AMS Spectral UV as UV/LED Product Specialist

AMS Spectral UV, a Baldwin Technology company and North America’s largest manufacturer of UV and LED-UV curing solutions, is pleased to share that Bob Griesenbeck has joined the organization, bringing his strong sales and commercial printing knowledge to the role of UV/LED Product Specialist.

Print veteran brings nearly two decades of expertise with major press manufacturers to his role

Griesenbeck will provide expertise in UV and LED-UV capital equipment sales for the company’s North American sales team, along with commercial field support for active opportunities. By engaging with the sales team, as well as with customers, he will leverage company products in new and existing markets, while assessing customer equipment for upgrades/rebuild work and custom solutions.

“With Bob’s deep knowledge of the North American printing market and his connections with decisionmakers at every level, from printers to equipment dealers, he brings the right mix of technical and sales knowledge to make a big difference here,” said Jonathan Fore, Product Manager for Baldwin’s AMS Spectral UV. “I can’t wait to see our sales team thrive in UV/LED sales with Bob in this role to provide support.”

Prior to joining Baldwin’s AMS Spectral UV, Griesenbeck spent time with Graphic Innovators, Trinity Printing Machinery and, most recently, Create It Packaging. Previously in his career, he delivered sales results for nearly 20 years in positions at major press manufacturers Heidelberg and Komori America. He holds a Bachelor of Science in graphic arts technology and management from Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York.

Bob Griesenbeck has joined Baldwin´s AMS Spectral UV as UV / LED Product Specialist. © 2022 Baldwin

BW Converting’s Baldwin brand validated by Fashion for Good and Apparel Impact Institute

BW Converting announces that its Baldwin TexCoat® G4 precision spray finishing system has been validated through collaboration with Fashion for Good and Apparel Impact Institute (Aii). Following extensive trials and analysis, the technology is now recognized within Aii’s Climate Solutions Portfolio Registry as a proven solution for lowering carbon emissions and resource consumption across the global textile supply chain.

BW Converting’s Baldwin demonstrates how to lead with TexCoat™ G4 and finish with perfection at ITMA Asia 2024

Building on its groundbreaking partnership with Monforts and Archroma, Baldwin Technology, a brand of BW Converting, will empower textile manufacturers to take the lead in sustainable finishing with its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray system at ITMA Asia 2024, Stand H5A29, October 14-18, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, China.

Graniteville Specialty Fabrics takes huge leap with digital finishing

Graniteville Specialty Fabrics has set new standards by challenging the traditional pad finishing process. With Baldwin Technology’s cost-efficient and highly sustainable spray finishing technology, Graniteville Specialty Fabrics has been able to increase production efficiency, and minimize chemical and water waste.

Orthopac RVMC-20 plus: German Engineering for Smarter Weft Straightening

In times of rising cost pressure and growing quality demands, textile producers worldwide are searching for solutions that combine precision, efficiency, and sustainability. With its latest innovation, the Orthopac RVMC-20 plus, Mahlo once again demonstrates the strength of German engineering: improving proven technology to meet today’s challenges.

Precision jet dyeing moves towards industrial scale as Alchemie partners with Acatel

BTMA member Alchemie Technology, the pioneer of precision jet dyeing solutions based in Cambridge, UK, is partnering with Acatel, the Portuguese leader in sustainable textile manufacturing. The two companies will work together to validate and optimise Alchemie’s Endeavour system for knitted cellulosic fabrics.

Sustainable, lightweight, and sound absorbing: Polyester-based front trunk solution for BEVs

As car manufacturers look to further reduce their carbon footprint, Autoneum has developed an innovative front trunk solution for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), made entirely from polyester-based textile. The Ultra-Silent Frunk offers significant weight reduction, improved acoustic and thermal insulation, and uses up to 70 percent recycled material, supporting sustainable and efficient vehicle design. Autoneum, global technology leader in acoustic and thermal management for vehicles, has already received orders for the new frunk from three major OEMs in Asia and Europe to be built in three BEV models. Series production for two BEVs has been underway in China and Germany since last year.

Modern testing methods for raw cotton

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen will take place from 25 to 27 March 2026 at the Bremen Parliament. This conference has traditionally stood for in-depth expertise and international exchange. The program will focus on technical innovations, market trends, and regulatory frameworks across the entire value chain – from agriculture to the circular economy. With high-profile speakers, the conference is regarded as the key meeting point for the global cotton industry. Today’s focus: Cotton quality and testing methods.

Rieter responds to higher raw material prices

Global political and economic developments have been leading to rising raw material and energy costs for some time. The textile machinery industry is also affected by this trend. Rieter machines and components consist to a large extent of steel, copper, aluminum and electronics. These materials in particular have seen higher demand and higher prices in recent months.