Volume 3, Issue 1
FEATURES / EVENTS
Call for Papers
JTATM seeks submissions for refereed articles.
These should provide new understanding about the technology and management
of fibers, textiles, manufacturers, retailers, as well as the environment
and markets in which textile and apparel companies operate and evolve.
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TATM Graduate Corner
TATM offers postgraduate
education programs leading to Masters degrees, which are either thesis
based (MS) or non-thesis (MT). TATM faculty are also very actively involved
in Ph.D. programs in Textile Technology & Management and Fiber and
Polymer Science. Details of the programs can be found at the College of
Textiles Graduate web site and a summary.
or e-mail:
Graduate
Director
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Nonwovens Cooperative Research
Center (NCRC)
NCRC is pleased to announce the opening of registration
for for the following Professional Education Courses:
1-Bonding Fundamentals
August 25-29, 2003
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/bonding.pdf
2-Product Development
October 6-10, 2003
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/productworkshop_oct.pdf
3-Advanced Nonwoven Processes
October 20-24, 2003
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/ProcessFundamentals.pdf
4-Characterization Methods
December 8-12, 2003
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/CharMethods.pdf
For detailed course information, including registration
forms and fees, please visit the following web address:http://www.ncrc.ncsu.edu/training.html
or
contact Alicia Ford - NCRC/ NCSU- 919-515-56651
College of Textiles - North Carolina State University
2401 Research Drive
Raleigh, NC 27695-8301
http://www.tx.ncsu.edu/ncrc
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International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA)
Annual Conference 2003,
Savannah, Georgia
November 6- November 12
Contact: Ginger Woodard
School of Human Environmental Design,
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353, woodardg@mail.ecu.edu.
Tel: (252)328-1363.
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The Fiber Society
The Fiber
Society proudly announces:
Fibers and Fibrous Structures:
1st call for papers
October 14- October 16, 2003
From Science to Applications
A Tribute to the Late Professor Stanley Backer
Deadline for Abstract Submissions: June 30. 2003
For
More Information Click
Contact:
Dr Benham Pourdeyhimi
North Carolina Cooperative Research Center
benham_pourdeyhimi@ncsu.edu
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Association of Nonwoven Fabrics
Industry (INDA)
"Nonwoven Process Fundamentals"
Oct 20-24, 2003
Nonwoven Process Fundamentals is a new course jointly
produced by INDA and NCRC (Nonwovens Cooperative Research Center at
NCSU). The course is scheduled October 20 - 24, 2003 at INDA Headquarters,
Cary, North Carolina. Coursework includes instruction in chemical
and physical fundamentals of materials as well as hands-on experience
in web formation, bonding and testing fabrics at the NCRC state-of-the-art
facilities.
Course Learning Outcomes include:
* Describe the fundamentals of products and
processes used in Nonwoven Products.
*Explain the material-structure-property relationships
This course is designed for professionals involved in R&D, manufacturing,
product development, production, maintenance and plant operations
with a BS degree in engineering or textiles. For a complete brochue
please visit
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/ProcessFundamentals.pdf
Please note that course is limited to 40
people only.
"Characterization Methods For Nonwovens"
Jan13-17, 2003
Characterization Methods for Nonwovens is a new course
jointly produced by INDA and NCRC. The course is scheduled December
8-12, 2003 at INDA Headquarters, Cary, North Carolina. Characterization
methods for Nonwovens is an in-depth study of various characterization
methods usedfor evaluating nonwoven products, structures and performance.
Coursework includes instruction in engineering fundamentals as well
as hands-on lab work at the NCRC state-of-the-art facilities.
Cos Camelio, Technical Director, INDA, said, "The aim of this
course is to provide students the ability to see first-hand the application
of characterization methods with regard to hydroentangling, thermal
bonding, and needlepunching. Instructors will highlight the computational
methods and operational concerns/solutions of each process.
Course Learning Outcomes include:
* Describe characterization methods for nonwoven
fabrics.
* Describe the test methods for properties.
* Explain structural-property relationships in nonwovens.
This course is designed for professionals involved in R&D, manufacturing,
product development, production, maintenance and plant operations
with a BS degree in engineering or textiles. For a complete brochue
please visit
http://www.inda.org/events/traincs/CharMethods.pdf
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Textile Off-campus Programing
(TOP)
The NC State University Textile Off-campus Programing
(TOP) program is a distance
education program designed to provide textile undergraduate and graduate courses
to any individual seeking an improved textiles education or background (credit
or audit). The present delivery system is predominantly video tape, but the
use of interactive CDs and on-line delivery will shortly be available for
a number of course offerings. Certification and master's degrees in textiles
can be obtained via TOP without a residence requirement.
For additional information:
TOP mailing list: To add your name to the Fall and
Spring brochure mailing list contact Deborah
Savage - (919) 515-6627
TOP Web Address:
http://www.tx.ncsu.edu/academic/distance
TOP Program, College of Textiles
2401 Research Drive, Box 8301
Raleigh, NC 27695-8301
Phone: (919) 515-1532
Registration: (919) 515-6627
FAX: (919) 515-8578
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Industrial Fabrics Association International
(IFAI)
 The Industrial Fabrics Association International
(IFAI) is a not-for-profit trade association whose more than 2,000 member
companies represent the international technical fabrics marketplace.
IFAI Expo 2003
October 1, 2003 - October 3, 2003
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Organized by the Industrial
Fabrics Association International (IFAI), IFAI Expo 2003 is North America's
largest specialty fabrics industry exposition. With an anticipated crowd of
more than 500 exhibitors and 8,000 visitors, IFAI Expo 2003 will do more to
advance your business in three days than multiple trade shows, expositions
and conferences can do throughout the year. No other single event covers the
scope of the specialty fabrics industry like IFAI Expo 2003
For more information on
the IFAI Expo 2003 Conference, contact Renee Schroeder, USIFI Executive Director,
651/225-6946, e-mail rmschroeder@ifai.com
or Karen Musech, NFI Managing Director, 651/225-6948, e-mail kemusech@ifai.com.
www.ifai.com
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Collaborator's Corner - Resources
The Collaborator's Corner
now houses the links to Professional Associations, Businesses, Trade Associations,
and Universities.
Submission for inclusion in the Collaborator's
Corner should be to . j_tatm@ncsu.edu
Please indicate the category for which a submitted link is to be filed.
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and sourcing portal devoted to supply chain technology solutions for the apparel,
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news, search engines, a comprehensive research library, a bookstore, calendar
of events, links to technology education programs around the world, a bulletin
board for computer related questions, and much more information. The information
is free to visitors
For more Information:
www.techexchange.com
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Call for Reviewers
The Journal of Textile and Apparel Technology and
Management (JTATM) welcomes researchers to become reviewers. Reviewers will
be responsible for providing high quality, thoughtful, and helpful reviews
for manuscripts submitted to JTATM. Reviewers should possess expertise in
one or more subject matter areas, as well as experience in and knowledge of
various types of research and analytical methods. Please forward (j_tatm@ncsu.edu)
a) curriculum vitae,
including contact addresses
b) your area(s) of expertise,
c) review expertise,
d) standing in field
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National Textile Center (NTC)
The National Textile Center
http://www.ntcresearch.org
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The American Association of Textile Chemists
and Colorists (AATCC)
Elastics
Fabrics Symposium
July 31, 2003 - August 1, 2003
Charlotte, NC
Click
For More Information
The 2003
International Conference & Exhibition
July 31, 2003 - August 1, 2003
Palmetto Expo Center
Greenville, Spartanburg SC
Click For More Information
Color Measurement
Principles
September 30- October 1, 2003
Technical Center
Research Triangle Park, NC
Click For More Information
Introduction To Textile
Testing Workshop
October 16-17, 2003
Technical Center
Research Triangle Park, NC
Click
For More Information
Contact
Kim Nicholson (919) 549-3535;
fax (919) 549-8933.
Email: nicholk@aatcc.org
Website: http://www.aatcc.org
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Other Events
MEDTEX 2003
July 8, 2003 - July 9, 2003
Moat House Hotel, Bolton, UK
International Conference & Exhibition on Healthcare & Medical Textiles
For detailed information:
Website:http://www.bolton.ac.uk/news/events/medtex.pdf
Atlanta Men's Market
July 27,
2003 - July 29, 2003
Atlanta, GA
Featuring Collective,
Urban, Urban Elite
and Fashion.
The AmericasMart, Atlanta.
Contact (404) 220-3000; fax (404) 220-3030.
Website: http://www.americasmart.com
Modern Colorant Chemistry
July 28, 2003 - July 29, 2003
Kingfield, Maine
Sponsored by:
The Information Management Institute (IMI), Sugarloaf/USA, Kingfield, Maine.
Contact Susan Rundlett (207) 235-2225; fax (207) 235-2226.
Email: imi@imiconf.com
Website: http://www.imiconf.com
Digital Printing Summer
Camp West
August 4, 2003 - August 8, 2003
Park City, Utah
Sponsored by:
The Information Management Institute (IMI), Treasure Mountain Inn, Park City,
Utah.
Contact
Susan Rundlett (207) 235-2225;
fax (207) 235-2226.
Email: imi@imiconf.com
Website: http://www.imiconf.com
Surface Tension, Wetting
& Capillarity
August 6,
2003 - August 7, 2003
Park City, Utah
Sponsored by:
The Information Management Institute (IMI), Treasure Mountain Inn, Park City,
Utah.
Contact
Susan Rundlett (207) 235-2225;
fax (207) 235-2226.
Email: imi@imiconf.com
Website: http://www.imiconf.com
AMC/Target Vendor Fair
August 13,
2003 - August 15, 2003
Berkeley, California
Clean '03 Las Vegas
August 11, 2003 - August 14, 2003
Las Vegas
World Educational Congress for Laundering and Drycleaning, Clean '03, Las
Vegas.
Contact (404) 876-1988;
Email: info@cleanshow.com
Website: http://www.cleanshow.com
Fundamentals of Flocking Course
August 13, 2003 - August 15, 2003
Dartmouth, Massachusetts, USA
Sponsored by :
The American Flock Association,
University of Massachusetts,.
Contact (617) 303-6288
Website: http://www.flocking.org
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Outdoor
Retailer
August 14, 2003 - August 17, 2003
Salt Lake City, Utah
Organized by:
Outdoor Retailing Organisation
For Information
Website:
http://www.outdoorretailer.com/
Singapore Fashion
Week
August 21, 2003 - August 29, 2003
Singapore
Organized by:
Textile & Fashion Federation, Singapore.
Contact 65 67358390; fax 65 6758409
Email: sfw@taff.org.sg
Website: http://www.singaporefashionweek.com.sg
Mode City 2003
September 6, 2003 -September 8, 2003
Lyon, France
Lingerie and Swimwear for Summer 2004, Fabrics for Fall/Winter 2004/05, Eurexpo
Exhibition Center, .
Email: acramb@promosalons.com
Fil Event, Autumn/Winter
2004-05
September 18, 2003 - August 29, 2003
Hall 6, Parc des Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte,
Paris.
Contact (212) 925-2507; fax (212) 925-2869.
Email: Elaine@kxassociates.com
Clothing for Extremes
Septemer 27, 2003
Cumbria, UK
Organized by:
NWTexNet
Click here for Contact Info
http://www.nwtexnet.co.uk/
Color Communication
Conference
Septemer 26, 2003
Color Communication Conference
Sponsored by the Society of Dyers and Colorists.
Contact
Elizabeth Williams 44 1274 725138, Ext. 229.
Email: elizabethw@sdc.org.uk
Website: http://www.sdc.org.uk
Material World
September 29 - October 2, 2003
Miami Beach, FL
Organized by:
Urban Expositions
Phone: 678.285.3976
Fax: 678.285.7469
E-mail: Tim.von.Gal@material-world.com
Website:
http://www.materialworld.com
Interstoff Asia
October 7, 2003 - October 9, 2003
Hong Kong Convention & Exhibtion Centre, HK
Organized by:
Messe Frankfurt,
Contact Robin Hoeven
Email: robin.vander.hoeven@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com
Seams Conference Fall
2003
October 16, 2003 - October 18, 2003
Clemson Apparel Research, SC
Organized by:
Seams 4921-C
Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina 29212
Contact:
Sarah
Email:
sarah@seams.org
Phone: (803) 772-5861
ITMA 2003
October 22, 2003 - October 29, 2003
NEC, Birmingham, UK
Organized by:
ITMA 2003 Organising Committee
The NEC
Birmingham
B40 1NT
United Kingdom
Tel - +44 121 780 2003
Fax - +44 121 782 2003
www.itma.com
UK Textile Forum at
the
International Textile Machinery Exhibition
October 23, 2003 -
The NEC
Birmingham
For further information
please contact
Sarah Tinsley on 0161 237 1188
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of Textiles