
JV International wins EcoVadis Gold Medal
JV International stands out in the Italian industrial landscape, joining the elite 5% of over 130,000 companies assessed globally over the last 12 months.
Keep reading...The Milliken & Company brand of innovative and sustainable textile solutions expands its Power Shield™ family of low-impact yet high-performance waterproof fabrics made from recycled, plant-based nylon.
May 2025
From pioneering the transformation of recycled plastics to non-PFAS membranes and low-impact manufacturing processes, Polartec is proving that sustainability and high performance can coexist, as the recent expansion of the Power Shield™ family – which includes Polartec® Power Shield™ Pro and Polartec® Power Shield™ RPM – demonstrates. Made with Biolon™* nylon, Polartec® Power Shield™ Pro introduces an innovative non-PFAS membrane that sets new standards in sustainability in technical fabrics. Biolon™, a non-GMO plant-derived nylon, makes up approximately 45-48% of the nylon content of the new Power Shield™ Pro membrane, reducing the carbon footprint by 50% compared to traditional Nylon 6.6. In terms of performance, it also offers 20K/20K breathable waterproof protection (20,000 mm water resistance – ISO 811 / 20,000 g/m²/24h breathability – JIS L1099, B1). Polartec® Power Shield™ RPM is also a further step towards reducing environmental impact. This 100% recycled and recyclable polyester fabric features a highly durable non-PFAS treatment to repel moisture. Available in 3-layer and 2-layer configurations, it offers a breathability level of 30,000 g/m²/24h.
Designed for runners, cyclists, competitive athletes and golfers, Power Shield™ RPM helps solve one of the most critical problems for outdoor athletes: perspiration, reducing this risk by up to 50% compared to other Polartec membranes.
JV International stands out in the Italian industrial landscape, joining the elite 5% of over 130,000 companies assessed globally over the last 12 months.
Keep reading...The Italian company, a benchmark for the production and marketing of high-tech adhesives and fabrics, also stands out for its high level of management.
Keep reading...Four decades of collaboration between DESMA and ABB have transformed automation in the footwear industry. From the first robots adopted in the 1980s to today's solutions, the synergy focuses on efficiency, precision and sustainability for shoe manufacturers around the world.
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