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Researchers Study Nonwoven Fabrics
Researchers in the US are embarking on a new project to try to create nonwoven fabrics that are of a high enough quality to make clothing.
The study is being carried out as part of a new partnership between the Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH) at Texas Tech University and Enercon Industries Corp, which is an expert in atmospheric plasma technology. 
As well as producing new, apparel-grade nonwovens, the team will work on ways to enhance existing apparel materials, such as making cotton clothing liquid repellent or protective clothing that is breathable.
Seshadri Ramkumar, an associate professor in the Nonwovens and Advanced Materials Laboratory of TIEHH, said the research will use atmospheric plasma technology to modify the surface of a fabric.
"Until now, this treatment could be carried out only at low pressure, which was not feasible commercially in the industry," he said. 
"Recently, atmospheric pressure plasma technology was developed in which the plasma treatment could be achieved in normal atmospheric pressure." 
Initial lab trials indicate that Enercon's atmospheric plasma technology can improve the breathability of a nonwoven fabric by as much as 95%.
The company has already used atmospheric plasma to enhance the wettability and dyeability of textiles.
Nonwoven fabrics are made by binding fibers together mechanically, chemically or thermally, instead of weaving or knitting them together as in conventional apparel fabrics. 
However, while cheap to produce they lack the strength and drape to be used in everyday clothing.


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Labor Union Launches Campaign Against Gap
The US labor union Teamsters is rolling out a new campaign called "Gap Hurts Kids" over the clothing retailer's former ties with under-fire freight provider Oak Harbor Freight Lines.
Oak Harbor has been accused of violations of labor standards in a report by the International Labor Rights Forum (ILRF) the National Labor Relations Board, and had its contract with Gap Inc terminated in December.
However, Teamsters has launched a web site called www.gaphurtskids.com and plans nationwide actions at Gap stores in the US. The Teamsters campaign uses mock-ups of Gap's iconic advertisements, replacing celebrities with the children of Oak Harbor workers.
A spokesperson for Gap said: "We are disappointed this campaign is taking place as we have executed all the plans we have communicated since December. We have kept in touch with Teamsters and tried to be constructive with our communications."

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               GlobalTex - 
Textile & Sourcing Fair
A new event that kicks off in Los Angeles in April is being billed as the largest trade show in the US for apparel textiles and technology.
GlobalTex will be on par with the best designed international shows in Europe and Asia, its organizers say, and will offer buyers a complete range of fabric, trimmings, supplies and technology. 
The event will take twice a year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, and seminars, trend displays and networking opportunities will complement the exhibition.
"GlobalTex is much more than a textile show," said Bill Winsor, president and CEO of show organizer MCMC (Market Center Management Company). 
"We're proud to offer hundreds of resources representing the entire design and production cycle, from industry technology and graphic design to trend forecasting and full-service production. 
"Never before has a show on the West Coast offered a one-stop shop for product development."
The first show will be held from April 28-30, and the following from October 13-15 2009.
                    

12/12
Barneys New York for Sale
            - Again
Dubai-based investment group Istithmar is reportedly looking to sell on the Barneys New York department stores it purchased less than two years ago.
According to The New York Post, Istithmar has pitched a sale of the fashion unit to investors including CVC Capital.
The private equity firm only bought Barneys in September 2007, when it paid US$942.3m for the company, outbidding Japan's Fast Retailing.

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Granny Panty Boom 
There's a new trend in women's underwear. It's another way the economy is taking a toll and most men aren't going to like it.
It turns out more and more women are saying bigger is better.
"More and more women now prefer comfort," said Tina Lun, owner of Tina's Fine Lingerie in Middletown, Connecticut.
She specializes in the risqué, but also has everyday.
She says most men pick up the itty bitties, but, "they are a little smarter so they don't just buy naughty. 
They actually throw a little nice in," she said.
When comparing the two, it's not just comfort or coverage. 
Cost is also a factor when it comes to the change in buying habits. 
"The granny panties are a little less than a fancy thong," said Lun.
Many head to her for sexy lingerie, but Victoria's Secret has taken a hit in this economy.
The company says store sales slipped 10% in December and January's expected to be even worse.
To spend less, some are hitting stores like Target. 
Hanes brand saw undie sales ride up 2% in the third quarter, disappointing news for some. 

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