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In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Kate Hills, founder of Make It British, discussing the state of UK manufacturing, particularly in the fashion and textile industry. They explore the Leicester Made event, the challenges faced by fashion manufacturers in Leicester, the importance of local production, and the need for a national campaign to promote 'Made in Britain'. The conversation highlights the benefits of choosing UK manufacturers, the issues of onshoring, and the necessity for a fairer industry that values Quality over Quantity.
In this conversation, Debbie McKeegan, Fespa Textile Ambassador and Mike Scrutton of Adobe discuss the latest innovations in textile printing, focusing on Adobe's PDF print engine 7 update and its impact on the industry. They explore the challenges of colour management, the importance of automation, and the future of on-demand manufacturing and personalisation in textile printing. The discussion also highlights the need for better visualisation tools to meet customer expectations and the potential for exciting advancements in the field. Listen to learn more…
In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan interviews Guy Yaniv, President of EMEA at Kornit Digital about the future of personalised fashion. They discuss the shift in consumer demand towards individuality and self-expression, the technological advancements in garment decoration, and the impact of their Apollo technology on production processes. The conversation highlights the importance of agility in the apparel industry and the need for organisations to adapt to changing market demands. They also explore the challenges of digital transformation and the role of technology in empowering creativity within the fashion ecosystem...
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Suzi Ward, the Managing Director of Fespa UK, discussing the evolution of the association, its role in supporting the print industry, and the importance of community engagement.
They explore the growth of membership, sustainability initiatives, and the Next Generation programs aimed at engaging youth in the industry.
The conversation highlights the challenges faced by small businesses, the need for government support, and the significance of networking within the print community.
Suzi emphasises the mantra of making a difference in all initiatives and the importance of collaboration for the future of the industry.”
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In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan talks with Michael Mayr, a co-founder of Silana a Robotic sewing technology company based in Vienna, Austria.
Michael discusses the challenges and innovations in the textile industry, particularly focusing on robotic sewing and automated, sustainable production. He shares insights from his background in fashion, the need for automation, and the role of AI in revolutionising garment manufacturing.
The conversation highlights:
The importance of nearshoring production,
The challenges faced in the industry, and
The vision for a more sustainable future in fashion…
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In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan and April Holyome – head of Product at the luxury Italian brand 16Arlington discuss the evolving landscape of fashion at the Epson Textile Academy. They focus on sustainability, career paths, and the importance of understanding the supply chain. April shares her journey from a print graduate to head of product at 16 Arlington, emphasising the need for creativity and business acumen in the fashion industry. They explore the significance of internships, the role of sustainability in design, and the importance of confidence and knowledge in navigating the fashion world.
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan and Bobby Grauf discuss the rise of product personalisation in the printing industry and the software that enables on-demand customisation. They explore how consumer demand for personalised products has surged and how this trend is reshaping market opportunities and the software the print industry must invest in to meet expectations.
The conversation delves into the importance of technology in enhancing customer experiences and the role of AI in streamlining the personalisation process. Bobby shares insights on how businesses can leverage these trends to create unique offerings and improve customer satisfaction. The discussion also highlights the importance of optimising production and fulfillment processes to meet customer expectations in the evolving printing industry.
In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan hosts a roundtable discussion with Guy Alroy of Early.Vision, Oliver Mustoe Playfair of Prinfab and Phil McMullin of Epson UK.
Their discussion explores the paradigm shift in the fashion industry from fast fashion to personalised fashion, highlighting the challenges, solutions, and benefits for the manufacturing community.
Looking at all aspects of production to share their knowledge and expertise on how automation software in tandem with smart technology offers a solid solution for optimised apparel manufacture.
Experts from Printfab, Epson, and Early Vision share insights on the role of technology, sustainability, and the future of apparel production. Listen to learn more >>
In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan interviews Michael Chramtchenko, Chief of Staff, Sales and Marketing at Fiery, discussing the company's innovative software solutions for the print industry, particularly in garment decoration. They explore the disruption caused by direct-to-film technologies, the importance of color management, and the future potential of automation and AI in print technology. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in on-demand apparel production and the evolving landscape of the textile industry
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Kathryn Sanders, the CEO & founder of Western Sensibility, a US based company that merges interior design with digital printing technology. They discuss the origins of the business, its innovative services, and the importance of sustainability in the textile industry.
In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan interviews Frank Maeder, president of NedGraphics and Optitex, discussing the evolution of textile design, the integration of technology, and the importance of sustainability.
They explore how designers' roles have changed, the impact of digital tools like NedHub and their latest software release, plus the necessity of partnerships in the industry. The conversation also touches on the future of AI in design and the need for seamless workflows to enhance creativity and efficiency. Listen to learn more >>
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Viktor Lazzeri, COO of Barbieri Electronic, to discuss the critical role of spectrophotometers in achieving colour accuracy in digital printing. They explore the science behind colour measurement, the importance of consistency, and the challenges of matching colours across different materials. Viktor shares insights on minimizing waste and reducing reprints through effective process control, emphasising the need for standards and colour accuracy in the printing industry.” Listen to learn more >>
In this podcast we meet Adam Root, founder of Matter Industries and his innovation Regen™ , a capture technology to remove microfibres from the textile manufacturing process for the benefit of human and environmental health. We also meet Lewis Shuler of Paradise Textiles who are collaborating on research and the application of Matter’s technology for textile manufacturing. The retrofittable technology reduces microfibre emissions and operating costs for textile factories, offering a scalable solution for the industry. Backed by Regeneration.VC - the Leonardo DiCaprio supported climate tech fund – with the announcement made at its Annual Meeting during New York Climate Week. The first installation is planned at Paradise Textiles’ sustainable textile facility in Egypt by Q4 2025.”
In this podcast, Debbie McKeegan interviews Francesco Nozza, the business development manager at Epson Italia, together they discuss the future of industrial direct to textile printing. They explore key market insights for Autumn 2024, the impact of e-commerce on fashion and sportswear, and the innovative solutions Epson offers to meet the changing demands of the textile industry. The conversation highlights the importance of sustainability, the shift from traditional to digital printing, and the advancements in Epson's Monna Lisa suite of machines. Francesco emphasises the need for innovation and the role of Genesta inks in achieving high-quality results while reducing environmental impact…
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan and Adrienne Palmer discuss the emerging technology of Direct to Film (DTF) printing, its applications in the apparel industry, and its potential to disrupt traditional printing methods.
They explore the fundamentals of DTF, its sustainability benefits, and the challenges of quality and design.
The conversation also touches on the competitive landscape of DTF printing comparing it with Direct to Garment (DTG) printing, and speculating on the future of garment decoration, including the role of automation and AI.
Jeremy Parker, former CEO of swag.com and founder of SwagSpace, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of the promotional marketplace.
He started as a documentary filmmaker but pivoted to entrepreneurship after realising his passion and skill set didn't align with filmmaking. He started a t-shirt company and eventually founded swag.com, which became the fastest-growing company in the promotional space.
Now, with SwagSpace, Parker aims to revolutionise the industry by providing a free platform for promo distributors to streamline their sales process and become the de facto supplier”
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Empowering Women in Print
This conversation is about women in the print industry and the organizations that support and empower them. The guests, Lisbeth Lyons and Sarah Fenna, discuss the Women in Print Alliance and Women in Signs and Graphics, respectively.
In conversation they talk about the challenges faced by women in the industry and the need for more representation and support. They also discuss the importance of engaging with education and attracting the next generation of women to the print industry. The conversation ends with a call out to the industry for support, collaboration and the sharing of ideas and resources.
This podcast features the audio from our recent Textile Workshop. Held at Hybrid Services, and surrounded by the latest digital printing technologies within the Mimaki demonstration centre, experts and industry professionals gathered for a day of Insight, Inspiration and Knowledge transfer.
During the roundtable discussion, centred on the “Future of On-demand Textile Production” the conversation focused on key market shifts and challenges in the textile industry.
The participants discuss various perspectives, including applications, materials, fabric innovations, and industry-wide changes. They highlight the demand for high-speed printing, stable colours, and sustainability.
This podcast features the roundtable discussion between thought leaders: Kerry Bannigan, Ross Newens and Matt Neville and revolves around the challenges facing the fashion industry in 2024, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and supply chain transparency.
In conversation they discuss the need for education and knowledge sharing to drive environmental best practices and the importance of financial commitment to scale sustainable solutions. They also highlight the potential of on-demand manufacturing and the adoption of new materials and technologies.
In the next two years, they hope to see a significant shift towards sustainable materials, circular economy models, and technology advancements that drive sustainability.
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Mark Verbeem, the product management supervisor at Mimaki Europe, about sustainable product development in the printing industry.
They discuss the textile industry trends, market shifts, and the growing demand for sustainability. They also explore the evolving relationship between manufacturers and brands, the importance of transparency and storytelling, and the need for manufacturers to specify the source of inks, certifications, water usage, and energy usage.
The conversation emphasizes the need for strong partnerships with resellers and the importance of staying close to the market and customer needs.
The key takeaways include the potential for growth in the textile market, the focus on environmentally friendly solutions, and the importance of innovation and creativity in Mimaki's technology.“
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Lisa Montague, CEO of the Sanderson Design Group, discusses the centenary of Standfast & Barracks and the history of the company. She highlights the devastating flood that the company faced and the subsequent transformation and shift towards digital and design-led printing. Lisa emphasises the importance of supporting the next generation of designers and the company's efforts in working with schools and apprenticeship schemes. She also talks about the heritage brands under the Sanderson Design Group umbrella, such as Zoffany, Morris & Co, and Sanderson, and the extensive archive of historic artifacts they hold. The role of sustainability and innovation in the industry is emphasised, as well as the impact of digital printing on wallpaper and textiles. Listen to learn more…”
Matteo Forte, Product Marketing Manager from MS and J.K Group, introduces the Color Pack solution for calibration, a colour management software that optimizes the management of machinery and inks. The software consists of three main pillars: an easier color match system, expanded colour gamut, and more rational consumption of colour. The textile industry struggles with colour management due to a mix of poor standards, outdated technology, and external software companies. Colour management is crucial because colour is the most visible output and represents a brand's signature. The current colour management process is time-consuming and inefficient, involving trial and error and manual adjustments. The Color Pack software aids operators in their role, improving productivity and capabilities. It allows for the choreography of colour across different machines and technologies, optimising costs and reducing ink consumption. The software also ensures consistent colour results over time and provides measurable data for cost control.
Duncan Ferguson, VP of Commercial and Industrial Printing at Epson Europe, discusses market shifts and key trends driving product personalization. He highlights the role of digital technology, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the merging of fashion and sportswear in the customization and personalization trend. Duncan emphasizes the importance of quality and trust in garments, the democratization of design and manufacturing, and the need for localization and sustainability in the textile industry. He also discusses Epson's developments in printers and technologies for on-demand production, color management, and sustainable fashion.
Royce Dodds, an AI Imaginers Specialist, discusses his career journey and the role of AI in the manufacturing industry. He emphasizes the importance of combining creativity with technical skills and highlights the benefits of AI in democratizing design teams and improving productivity. Dodds also explores the use of AI in color management and standards, noting its potential to streamline processes and enhance quality control. The conversation explores the use of AI in color management and workflow automation in the printing industry. AI is particularly useful in handling large amounts of data and crunching numbers quickly. It can be used to predict how designs will print on different printers and papers, leading to more accurate soft proofs. AI also plays a role in linearizing and profiling prints, ensuring color accuracy. The conversation highlights the benefits of AI in reducing waste, improving efficiency, and creating personalized and unique products. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing within companies and with external partners, as well as the need to engage and empower the youth in the industry.
In this podcast episode, Lui Iarocheski, an expert in fashion and digital innovation, discusses the future of fashion and the impact of digital technologies on the industry. He shares his journey into fashion and digital product creation, highlighting the need for sustainability and efficiency in the fashion supply chain. Lui emphasizes the importance of starting small and piloting digital adoption in small-scale projects to demonstrate return on investment. He also discusses the skills gap in the fashion industry and the need for education and collaboration to bridge the gap. Lui concludes by addressing the cultural resistance to change and the need for a positive digital culture throughout the supply chain.” Listen to learn more >>
In this conversation, Thomas Poetz discusses the importance of sustainability in the textile industry and the potential of digital technologies to address sustainability challenges. He highlights the significant water consumption and CO2 emissions associated with analog processes and emphasizes the potential for digital processes to reduce water consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 95%. Poetz also discusses the role of nonwoven textiles in the wall covering industry and the development of sustainable materials using natural fibers. He encourages the industry to make informed choices and adopt sustainable materials and technologies to future-proof their businesses.
“In our latest podcast we speak with Kevin Van Lanker of Sportswear of Tomorrow. With over 20 years’ experience in Sportswear production Kevin and his team are rewiring the industry to offer digitally printed performance garments created using sustainable design and production methods. His innovative approach to business makes him a pioneer in his field and his vision for the future signposts a new circular landscape for manufacturing.”
Digital technologies are set to disrupt and rewire many aspects of fashion design, sportswear production and manufacturing. In this podcast we interview Julia Van Der Sommen, CEO of the Pattern Room and the Sample Room and we dive into the benefits and challenges for apparel designers and manufacturers as the workflow becomes faster and ever more digital – how do we share knowledge and improve production processes? We address the benefits and the challenges for apparel from both sides of the supply chain - worldwide
In our latest podcast we speak with the talented textile designer Avalana Simpson, who’s namesake brand designs, and retails luxury interior furnishings and apparel. Her products are manufactured using digital technologies and she maximises their application to create luxurious interior products. We discover what inspires her and how she has overcome the challenges of retail and business as an independent designer. Listen to learn more…
As the landscape of design and textile print becomes ever more digital, we speak with Mike Scrutton, the Director of Print Technology and Strategy at Adobe.
In conversation we discuss how AI is democratising design, the seamless workflow and the digital twin, collaborative technology and automation, colour management and the latest advances in manufacturing technologies.
The latest developments and the implications of AI and Machine learning for the design and print community?
Seamless Design – Production and the Digital Twin
Meeting customer expectations and the print workflow (collaborative technologies – one language)
What’s next on radar for manufacturing technologies and the design community?
As the UV print market continues to advance and to disrupt many Décor sectors we catch up with Angel Georgiou, the Sr Product Marketing Specialist of Canon USA. In conversation we deep dive into materials, applications and the creativity unleased by their technologies for rigid and roll-to-roll applications for personalised, customised product manufacture
FESPA was established in 1962. As a worldwide association, it offers a platform and community built to support the industry as new technologies evolve, and the print market adapts to global shifts. Its associations provided over 300 events in 37 countries in 2023, with an equally action-packed roadmap for the year ahead. In our latest podcast we deep dive into print, and how in-person events alongside their online resource Fespa.com both inspire and offer a unique opportunity for knowledge transfer and networking. As 2024 approaches we also explore the planned features and events and what they offer visitors and exhibitors alike.
Exploring AI – In the latest podcast we speak with industry expert and futurist Kevin Surace. In his own words “I'm passionate about the power of AI to revolutionize businesses and drive innovation. With a track record of success in building billion-dollar ventures, I've harnessed my expertise as a speaker, consultant, and thought leader to help companies navigate the dynamic landscape of AI-driven transformation.” In this episode we deep dive into the technology, its impact for the future (and present) of our workflow, workspace and manufacturing systems and processes. It’s a fascinating conversation, listen now to learn more…
In our latest podcast we deep dive into garment decoration with Epson’s hybrid technology, the SC F2100, with Gary Kingsley of Epson UK - Commercial & Industrial Large Format Print. The Surecolor SC F2100, offers hybrid functionality for both DTG and DTF printed applications. In conversation we explore the sector, the print process, alternate applications, nuances of print and how the students at De Montford University recently utilised the printer to create customised T-Shirts.
Building an on-demand, smart manufacturing facility – We talk with entrepreneurs Ross Newens and Michal Tracz, the co-founders of Print Logistic.
We explore the nuances and demands of customised production using digital technology, and the workflow automation software required to successfully offer printed and sewn products for apparel and décor. The business was founded pre-pandemic and is strategically equipped to disrupt the traditional supply route for printed, sewn goods.
The Textile industry faces a seismic technical shift towards digital printing technologies. In our latest podcast we explore the market shifts and the machinery and inks that now support the digitalisation of printed textiles worldwide. In conversation with Davide Dragoni, Ink Product Development Manager, of Dover Industries Italy for the JK Group Brand and Matteo Forte, Product Marketing Manager for MS Printing Solution and JK Group Brands. Listen to learn more…
PhygitalTwin was founded in 2018 with a disruptive vision to rewire the fashion Industry, by replacing its antiquated design and manufacturing process utilising digital technologies. With a background in fashion production, Louise and her team work with independents and super brands to co-create garments and collections that are designed and manufactured on-demand. We talk through the technologies that now enable hybrid product simulation and physical production from the digital drawing board to printed, sewn apparel. Listen to learn more…
Graphic Rewilding are transforming Urban Spaces, Streets, Castles, Shopping centres, Tarmac and even rural cliff tops using XL Art. Their unique blend of creativity, spatial vision and material application continues to transform and rejuvenate the most unlikely spaces, bringing Art and community together to enjoy a hybrid world where nature takes on a huge pictorial scale. Working closely with their specialist print and technology partners their work continues to inspire and rejuvenate.
Based in a remote location on the tip of North Western Australia, Suzanne Philpot runs a social enterprise offering on-demand digital textile printing service for the local community. A community that is predominately Aboriginal. Her business supports, connects and helps a remote population generate income and to rebuild lives through their creative endeavours. Her most recent collaboration with Mimaki brought four Aborigine artists to an international stage in Europe.
Newmor Wallcoverings was founded in 1967 and remains a third-generation family-owned business. Based in Wales, in the UK, the business manufactures printed and textured wallcoverings using analogue and digital technologies - supplying over 75 countries worldwide. The management of the business is also a family affair, David Johnston took the reins from his father as has worked in the business for 26 years. Specialising in the Hospitality and Contract markets, Newmor have navigated many chapters and market shifts. Today they are focussed as always on exceptional design, strong customer relationships and sustainable production. Listen to learn more…
Nina Marenzi founded the Future Fabric Expo over 10 years ago at the beginning of the last decade, and her vision was ground-breaking. Her raison detre was to strongly encourage the use of sustainable materials within the fashion industry by signposting readily available alternate, sustainable materials in a physical showcase. The expo now features over 10,000 fabric samples and 60 innovative fabric suppliers. Her vision has become a hotbed for innovation, collaboration and knowledge transfer and a resource for environmental materials. Nina’s vision is now a firm fixture for the fashion community calendar in London, 26th – 28thJune 2023.
Prinfab was founded in 2016 by two entrepreneurial brothers - Oliver and Harry Mustoe-Playfair. Their digital textile printing business supply’s 1000’s of metres of custom printed textiles daily, to an impressive client base of over 40,000 customers. New to textiles, and new to printing - the market has been a learning experience and one that the brothers have conquered at every turn. This is the story of a successful on-demand, service orientated print business, that’s built to be automated andefficient using the latest digital textile technologies.
Cheryl O'Meara is the founder and custodian of an impressive archive that was originally curated in Manhattan, New York. Dating back hundreds of years’, the collection contains 1000’s of vintage documents, antique textile’s, fabric croques and painted designs. Now based in the UK - Print Pattern archive represents a creative time capsule, filled with inspiration and everlasting commercial value. With her business partner Kerri Rigby, the Print Pattern Studio serves a diverse client base, worldwide. Cheryl’s shares her passion for print, we dive deep into market insights, and we discuss how the archive is used today by the Fashion and Interior textile Industry.
Richard Quinn the Award-Winning British Fashion Designer shares his love of Pattern, Print and Digital Technology.
Richard, the award-winning British Fashion Designer joins us to discuss his love of fashion, pattern, and printed textiles. Graduating from Central St. Martins where he honed his skills and developed a practical love of print, Richard’s talent was then spotted and sponsored by BFC’s, NEWGEN award.
Winning the Queens award In February 2018 and for the first time, Queen Elizabeth II attended Quinn's Autumn/Winter 2018 runway show at London Fashion Week.
In partnership with Epson, Richard Quinn produces his collections in-house, and continues to push the boundaries of printed fashion.
We discuss the timeline and story of the RQ brand – Central St.Martin’s to the Queens award and beyond….?
As the textile supply chain becomes increasingly transparent, certification is now essential for production consumables and manufacturing methods. In todays podcast we talk with Juliane Ziegler of The Global Organic Textile Standard. We dive deep into Organic Cotton, and how we can use GOTS to trace the origin and the entire journey of the fibres and manufacturing processes that we use in print, each and every day. We also discuss how printers can and must also be GOTS certified to complete the circle, when selling GOTS certified products.
In today’s podcast we interview Graham Stewart, founder and EVP of FIBRE52. Fibre52 offers a sustainable solution to the processing of cotton fibres, his companies formula removes the use of hazardous, caustic chemicals - chemicals that are routinely used during the processing of cotton.
We explore fibres and their current manufacturing routes and discuss how Fibre52 offers a new and innovative solution for environmental manufacture.
Based in Hawaii, Jalene Kanani has built an international designer Homeware brand. Her passion for design and manufacturing has been a constant thread in her career, and in 2019 she founded Noho Home. The business uses digital technologies to create and manufacture in-house, creating new opportunities and employment for her local community. Her heritage and love of her home country is the essence of her brand, Noho Home reflects the authentic colour palettes and designs of Hawaii, a style that has often been misinterpreted. In this podcast we discover how the brand has organically grown to offer an impressive homewares collection all produced in Hawaii using digital printing technologies wherever possible. Going further, Noho Home now also offer their manufacturing hub and production services to other designers.
In this episode of our podcast we talk with Andreas Kraushaar, Head of Pre-Press at Fogra and with Paul Sherfield the FESPA Colour Ambassador. Both experts in their field, our conversation unpacks the issues and explores the development and implementation of Fogra58
Textile colour management is a challenging process. As an industry, the Textile sector has an almost infinite number of materials, processes, and applications. To reduce waste and to manufacture sustainably, accurate colour management must be implemented across the industry. In this episode of our podcast we talk with Andreas Kraushaar, Head of Pre-Press at Fogra and with Paul Sherfield the FESPA Colour Ambassador. Both experts in their field, our conversation unpacks the issues and explores the development and implementation of Fogra58.
In 2020 Beth Travers won the GOLD Fespa Printeriors Award, Debbie McKeegan speaks to Beth and discusses the importance of digital print in her work and how she utilises it creatively to push the boundaries of Interior product design. As new technologies, applications and materials emerge, Beth has explored their application and experimented, adding new products to her brand BOBO1325. The recent addition to her studio of a small Epson dye sublimation machine ensures that her creativity thrives and that her designs are replicated accurately by her print partners.
In today's podcast we talk with Julia van Sommen of the Sample Room in Australia. Behind every fashion garment is a physical sample. A crucial phase in the apparel development process and yet often the most challenging. In this podcast we explore the fashion industry and how physical sampling remains a challenge for many independent designers and international brands.
Sample room, based in Australia, work with designers and manufacturers across the globe, there expertise provides a vital service for apparel sourcing, manufacturers, development teams and product designers.
Technical and Sales support specialist Paul Restarick explores Epson technology for wallpaper printing. In our latest podcast we talk with Paul Restarick of Epson UK. As a technical sales support specialist his application knowledge is extensive, and his experience spans a wide range of Epson technologies. We explore his long career in print and how he uses his skills to demonstrate technology and support Epson customers. In this podcast we explore the many nuances of wallcovering production and how Epson resin technology provides high quality printed output across a wide range of applications using one machine – the SureColor SC-R5000.
In this informative podcast we speak with Rachel Li, Segment Marketing Manager - Textile, Sign & Display and Industrial at FUJIFILM Ink Solutions Group.
FujiFilm have been driving the digitisation of the print industry for many years. In this podcast we explore the big opportunity that the Textile industry presents and dive deep into the challenges it faces and how we must adapt. Sustainable manufacturing must be accelerated and adopted worldwide, to do so we must deliver a tailored solution that meets the industries specifications, whilst constantly keeping the future in focus. Rachel shares her experience and vision for FujiFilm technology, their innovations in chemistry and the shifting adoption of printing inks.
Creating your own business takes talent, drive and resilience – three essential qualities for success. Marylene Madou has all three and has over the last 5 years built a successful lifestyle brand for Fashion and Interior products.
In this charming podcast interview she explains how she has achieved her creative vision, how she faces each challenge with a positive mindset and how she has works tirelessly to build a loyal customer base and online community. It’s been steep a learning curve but one that Marylene has approached with a positive ethos and a wisdom beyond her years. We wish her every success in the years ahead…
In today’s podcast we interview Andy Wilson, the owner of PressOn, based in the UK. Andy has been a disruptive force in the wide format printing industry for the last 23 years. His knowledge, insight and experience has ensured that the company has adapted and evolved to meet the changing and often challenging demands of the industry and their clients. Sustainable production is a priority for the PressOn team and as they continue to expand, they are investing in sustainable process, technology and responsibly sourced materials. A winning formula for their continued success.
“In today’s podcast we interview Ram Sareen, the founder of Tukatech. Based in LA, Tukatech serve the garment industry worldwide to provide software and machinery for garment design and manufacturing.
Ram shares his wisdom, experience and vision in this engaging podcast. His passion for the industry is palpable, and his knowledge spans over 54 years, during which he has seen the industry evolve and grow globally.
As a supplier of disruptive technology, he remains firmly at the forefront of change, and we discuss how the fashion industry must adapt and why the next decade will shake-up the industry and its stakeholders to deliver a new future for fashion.”
“In this podcast with renown textile expert Paolo Crespi, DTF Sales & Marketing Director EMEAR and Americas presso EPSON Como Printing Technologies, we explore the digital textile printing industry, and together we discover how recent events and market shifts have impacted the sector.” Listen Now…
Renown textile printing expert Stephen Thomas shares his career path and vision for Industrial digital fabric printing.
In today’s podcast we talk with Stephen Thomas. His long career spans mass production using analogue and rotary screen print and the advent of digital textile printing technologies. Marking the onset of a new era for the textile printing industry. Stephen has pioneered the application of digital machinery for volume production, and he remains at the forefront of change; his experience highlights the depth of knowledge that textile manufacturing encompasses. Over the years his achievements are many, his passion for the print industry palpable, and his reputation renowned.
In this podcast we discuss his career, the application of new technologies and why they offer a sustainable solution for the industrial textile printing industry. Listen to learn more…
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It’s been a busy year for the team at Kornit Digital. With a string of high-profile global events in the last few months alone, we caught up with Sharon Donovich, Marketing Director for Global Events and Retention Marketing.
Listen now to discover more about our recent collaboration at FESPA Printeriors and hear Sharon’s insights on the growth of the Décor sector. We recap on Kornit Fashion Week and Kornits vision of the future of Fashion. We also discuss the new Fashion Innovation Centre at the heart of London. And we explore the Metaverse, digital applications, hybrids, and why they will create billions of dollars of revenue for the printing industry…Curious? Listen now…
The apparel industry is at a crossroads: the current business model is unsustainable, and the fashion industry must evolve.
In this roundtable, we’ll examine the past and present to uncover ways the future of apparel production can be radically redesigned, exploring questions like:
●How can we eliminate waste in the form of time, creativity, and materials?
●How can we design in ways that make on-demand production and manufacturing more efficient?
●What tools, skills, and software do we need to overcome these various challenges?
Reinventing customized apparel production: Technology’s role in the future of fashion
HP technologies have made a huge impact in the Interior Décor industry. In this interview with Terry Raghunath, HP’s Business Development Manager, based in Barcelona, we discuss market trends and opportunities. We also dive into the HP technologies that were utilised to manufacture many of the products on display at the FESPA Printeriors Showcase. We discuss why HP products have made such a significant impact and why HP’s close client relationship is driving new business and systemic change. Listen to learn more.
In today’s podcast we talk with Grainne Brennan of Premier Digital Textiles. The last 2 years have challenged the Textiles supply chain, and in this episode, we explore why? What’s driving change, where are the challenges, have we overcome them? In conversation we also share market insights and new behaviours, the sustainable agenda and we also dive deep into new innovations, fibres and fabrics that offer textiles a circular future
Charlotte Raffo is the founder of a unique Interior brand The Monkey Puzzle Tree. Based in the North of England the company unites local businesses, manufacturers, and independent artists to offer a beautiful collection printed of Interior home furnishings.Products range from Fabrics, accessories, lighting and wallcoverings. As an award-winning business, they offer a very personal service, Charlotte has built a strong brand and champions her creative community.
Production methods cross many disciplines, flat-bed, rotary and digital techniques and each is chosen to ensure that the printed product remains as close to the artists vision as possible.
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Diane Marsland is a British textile designer with a vast experience in the design and manufacture of products for Interior decoration. In this warm podcast she shares her creative journey, her passion for printed textiles and how she combines her traditional drawing skills with digital applications. The founder of the brand English Decorative - her interior furnishings and wallcovering collections are produced using digital technology. As a skilled creative and artisan she discusses how digital has empowered her creativity and how technology nurtures entrepreneurial growth
In this interview with Omer Kulka the CMO of Kornit Digital we discuss the Trends, Market Shifts and the Key technologies at play in 2022. All of which are changing the face of Fashion forever.
It is a time of astounding innovation and positive disruption. Kornit are pioneering a new benchmark and a new operating system for the Fashion Industry.
A system that goes beyond print to deliver the software, the manufacturing systems, plus many emerging technologies to support a digital transformation across the entire supply chain. Listen to learn more
In todays podcast we discuss the increasing requirement for traceability and transparency with Meilin Wan, VP of Textile Sales for Applied DNA Sciences, based in New York. We learn how Molecular Tagging – the insertion of DNA into a fibre, yarn or even ink, can help the industry build authority and transparency. Applied DNA work with the world’s biggest, behemoth, super brands. In this must listen to episode, Meilin shares her knowledge and insights on the present and future of the textile industry
As the product design workflow becomes evermore digital, in this podcast we talk with Suzanne Smith of CorelDRAW. Suzanne has over 18 years’ experience working within Corel and has witnessed many changes over the years as our industry and the technology utilised have evolved. In this podcast Suzanne shares her insights, knowledge, and expertise. Design software is an essential tool for design creation, pre-press and digital production. And as our industry moves forward to deliver on-demand manufacturing – design simplicity, automation and production efficiency are paramount. Listen to learn more.
In todays’ podcast we talk with Matthew Dahan of ParrotPrint. As a young entrepreneurs Matt and his team are redefining the Status Quo for on demand printed production. Simplicity, Speed and Service are at the heart of their business which manufactures printed Art canvases for clients worldwide. The business has grown organically against a strong business plan and ParrotPrint now ship thousands of products worldwide daily on a fast turnaround. They have defined new markets, built intelligent AI into their business and invested in the latest technology – Listen to learn more
In this episode we talk with James Watson the MD of Surface Print, a large manufacturer of traditional and digital wallcoverings in the North of England. It’s been a busy year for the wallpaper industry, the pandemic has accelerated sales and once again Surface Print have invested in new HP technology to service a heightened demand for on-demand production. Listen to learn more and discover the story of Surface print, and how their highly skilled team use traditional and digital technologies to manufacture beautiful wallcoverings...Listen to learn more...
“In this podcast we bring you an interview recorded live in Amsterdam at the FESPA Global Expo in October 2021 at the Printeriors stand. This roundtable conversation with industry experts from Mimaki, EFI-Reggiani, Vieka and Chromaluxe focusses on trends and opportunities in the Textile and Interior Décor sector…Listen to learn more, we hope you enjoy and thank you for tuning in…”
In today’s podcast we talk with Michaela Larosse of the Fabricant. Founded just 3 years ago, The Fabricant have defined a new space and established a new platform for the Fashion Industry. As we embrace change and adopt new technologies that impart sustainable practice, 3D simulation and digital fashion has a huge part to play in the creation of garments. We discuss emerging technologies; market shifts, case studies and highlight groundbreaking innovations that will change how we perceive the clothes we wear and their end use. Listen to learn more….
In our recent podcast interview with Mike Scrutton, Director of Print Technology and Strategy at Adobe - we discuss how software has a critical role to play in the advancement of digital textile printing technologies. During this in depth discussion we touch on market shifts and trends post Covid-19, new developments for textile design and we discuss the digitisation of the Textile Industry, what the future holds for our marketplace and much more…
Manchester Print Services was founded in 2010, by Lee Egan and Andy Lambert. Both of whom were experienced production managers working in the wide format printing industry and their combined skills offered the perfect partnership. Identifying a niche for specialized print services - together they founded MPS. Seeing an opportunity in the Interior Décor sector – the business has invested in new equipment, fabric supply and an extensive design archive. Listen to learn more…
In our latest podcast we discuss digital textile printing with Adele Genoni the Senior Vice President and General Manager of EFI Reggiani. The textile Industry has accelerated its march towards digitization for a number of reasons - partly as a direct result of the pandemic and the urgent requirement for sustainable technologies but also to meet the needs of the consumer and our print customers. In this podcast we discuss new technologies and Adele shares her insights on Industry trends and how EFI Reggiani technology is evolving to fulfil market demands and more…
SEWorkwear was founded over 30 years ago and remains a family run business. Over the years much has changed and design software is now a fundamental tool for the business. As the workwear industry becomes increasingly customized the business has strengthened its retail and online operations using software from CorelDraw. In this podcast with the companies director Adrian Burton we discuss designing for apparel, where products are printed and embroidered, and how software has enabled growth and a streamlined efficient workflow.
In today’s podcast with Michelle Dellow of Papergraphics we discuss the growth of the Interior Décor sector. We touch on technology, materials and regulation, and discuss how ink-jet continues to advance the use of digital print applications for wallcoverings and window treatments. As the creative sector embraces the freedom of digital there is an increasing requirement for the sharing of knowledge. Collaboration between the print industry, creatives and the Interior Décor Industry continues to thrive as the sector explores new opportunities and new materials for interior decoration.
The landscape of Textiles is evolving – Over the next few years we will see many innovations: new ways of growing virgin fibres, new synthetics and sustainable recycled fabrics - created using efficient recycling techniques, all of which will change the fabrics that we source and specify as designers and printers in a circular industry. In today’s podcast we talk with Mark Dodds, a fabric technologist, sourcing guru and production expert. His experience and insights signpost a new generation of materials, new buying behaviours, transparency and traceability and a switch to sustainable production. For now it’s important that we source our materials with great care. How do you ensure that the materials you choose are sustainable and responsibly sourced? Listen to find our more…
The textile industry is in flux – as it shifts to meet market demands it must adjust and retool its manufacturing processes. To give an indication of the speed of change: In May 2020 Allied Market Research predicted that the global digital textile printing market, which was valued at $2.2 billion in 2019, was projected to reach $8.8 billion by 2027, quadrupling in size, and growing at a CAGR of 19.1% from 2020 to 2027. The textile industry is set for a new era of sustainable production - a digital transformation on a global scale.
Epson technologies have been at the forefront of the digitisation of the print industry for many years. In this podcast we welcome Phil McMullin of Epson UK to discuss market trends and technologies.
Hello and welcome to todays podcast -
Over the last 140 years ZIMMER, Austria have pioneered many innovations and revolutionary technologies for Screen & Digital Printing, Coating, Drying, Steaming and Technical Textiles.
Zimmer technologies serve applications for areas such as home textiles, wall covering, fashion, upholstery, towels, blankets, technical textiles, nonwovens, paper and even glass fibre.
It’s our pleasure today to welcome - Tony Naschberger the CEO
of Zimmer, and Andreas Rass – Commercial Director.
In this podcast we are joined by Louis Prestia, Senior Product Manager at Pantone. Louis is responsible for graphics and Pantone live, and has a deep knowledge of colour theory and its application within the print workflow. We discuss what's driving the urgent requirement for accurate colour management. Why is colour so misunderstood, and how do we bridge the skills gap? We also talk about Pantone connect, and we move on to talk about what's next for colour as our industry becomes increasingly digital.
In this podcast we have the pleasure of welcoming Sharon Crowson of the design archives to discuss designing in a Digital world. Sharon’s beautiful fabric collections adorn printed interiors across the globe. Alongside the curated fabric collections that are available from the Design Archives, Sharon is also the custodian of the extensive Crowson Archive. Listen now to discover more about the Crowson families love of printed textiles and discuss how Sharon is breathing new life into the patterns and prints from her father Derek Crowson’s extensive archive using a blend of digital and analog technologies and much more...
Charlotte Jade is a Luxury Designer brand for Interiors founded in 2015 by designer Charlotte O’Reilly. With a love of nature and biophilic design Charlotte combines hand-crafted drawings, unique patterns and vibrant colours, to create the distinctive Charlotte Jade style. Her patterns and products bring commercial and residential spaces to life...A champion of UK manufacturing, Charlottes products are manufactured in the UK. Charlotte has worked with many luxury brands including:
Kelly Hoppen, Harrods, Fenwicks, Richmond International and the Rockwell Group on hotel and commercial developments. She has also had great success with a number of high profile bespoke projects including: Costa Coffee, Royal Horticultural Society, and London Zoo. In this podcast we discuss her inspiration, the challenges of building a brand from scratch and how digital technologies have enabled her success….
Chris Govier of Kornit Digital on Digital Disruption, Market Trends and the Future of Printed Textiles.
In this podcast we take a deep dive into digital disruption with Chris Govier, the President of EMEA KDEU at Kornit Digital. Chris explains more on the new UK entity for Kornit formed last year. In conversation we also discuss various digital print technologies and discover - how and why - KD are democratising the textile printing marketplace. Kornit have seen incredible growth and success in the DTG sector. With new technology for roll to roll printing and a corporate commitment to sustainable technology the future of printed fabric on demand is set for a reinvention. E-tail is driving change in all sectors – we discuss that too!
Tricia Carey, is the Director of Global Business Development at Lenzing Fibres, based in New York. As a well known advocate for innovation and sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industry, Tricia has a wealth of textile knowledge to share and a special interest in advancing more sustainable apparel development from fibre to consumer use.
In this podcast we discuss Lenzing’s fibre innovations, the future development of fibres as a whole, alongside circularity and collaboration. We also dive into the need for transparency and traceability as a prerequisite for an environmentally conscious supply chain and much more...
Software is accelerating the growth of the print-on-demand marketplace. Andrew Talbot is the CEO of Custom Gateway, a company which recently became part of the Kornit Digital family. In this podcast we discuss the critical need for print automation, the challenges that software overcomes and why technology will enable exponential growth in the manufacture of customized and personalized products in the next few years. Close proximity production is in high demand as customers increasingly require products delivered in 24 hours. Equipping your business for the transition to cloud based software integration, workflow management and automated manufacturing will deliver rewards: accelerated sale conversions, reduce operational inefficiencies and increase profitability.
Jackie Shapiro launched her design career after graduating from Parson’s School of Design, New York - majoring in Fashion. Her first job landed her in Italy, working for Milan's innovative fashion house Fiorucci. It was here where she began to develop her bold and graphic, pop culture style. Her digital journey began in 1984 – on the first apple mac 128 – which she used to create digital garments. A journey that would lead to a vibrant design career and to establish her own international brand French Bull and French Bull Fashion. We talked design, innovation and of her love of all things printed and how each and every pattern has the power to make an emotional impact!!
SPG PRINTS has a long history in textile printing, founded in 1947 and originally known as Stork Prints the company first entered the textile market in 1953 with a flat-bed textile printing machine. In 1963 SPG Prints launched the ground breaking RD-1, together with the world’s first seamless circular screen. For the first time, high speed textile printing was possible and its these innovations that were the foundations, thus enabling mass production across the globe. In 1991 SPG Prints launched the first digital textile printing machine - that was just the beginning of three decades of digital innovations that would lead us to where we are today as the digital textile sector expands to challenge rotary production. In this podcast we discuss the journey to Digital and the future of hybrid production with Jos Notermans.
The Conscious Fashion Campaign, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, co-creates high-visibility global fashion event partnerships to advance the Decade of Action to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. The initiative, founded by Kerry Bannigan, was established in 2019 to inspire innovative ideas, connect industry leaders, enable new partnerships, and enact sustainable change. Through advocacy, education, and partnership development; the campaign supports solutions for sustainable innovation in the Decade of Action. In this podcast we discuss the fashion system and why the implementation of the 17 SDG’s is so important for the future of our industry, the environment, our corporate social responsibilities and much more…. << LISTEN TO LEARN MORE >>
Colour management and a digitised print workflow are the bedrock of sustainable production, and yet both are so often underused, ignored completely or misunderstood.
In this podcast we discuss colour management, print process and best practice for the Textile Industry as it switches to a digital future with Simon Landau of The Print Factory, a specialist print software solution company. When correctly utilised colour management software enables efficient print-on-demand, and in all cases saves time, reduces operational costs, defines and eliminates waste, and increases profits. Beginning with Colour management we discuss the Textile Industry as it flexes to blend analogue production into the digital sphere. Across the globe the same production issues arise, in large or small volumes, but one thing is for sure – without best practice alongside and the adoption of digital technologies we will not improve our industries sustainability objectives << Listen to Learn More >>
Sportswear of Tomorrow manufacture sportswear and apparel in Latvia, Romania. Owned by Kevin Van Lanker, also a champion speed skater, the company are carving a niche supplying many of the world’s largest brands.
As digital technologies continue to unlock this fast paced sector the business has invested to build a manufacturing facility that now offers online customised production. In this podcast Kevin shares his unique journey to digital manufacturing.
Sport is about winning – and Kevin’s team understand that to do so athletes need performance sportswear, customised to their exact specifications using high quality textiles, print and sewing technologies. Digital technologies now enable the independent Athlete, small teams and clubs easy access to personalised products – and the customised apparel sector offers exceptional growth opportunities.
The future of fashion is in flux – it needs a new supply chain and a complete reset. Kirby Best and the team at Onpoint Manufacturing based in Florence, Alabama, USA, specialise in customised sewn production for the Apparel Industry.
With a smart factory manufacturing on-demand they offer a new vision of the future. Customised garment production at any scale from their high tech - Smart factory. But that’s not all, Kirby has exciting plans for the Apparel industry and is busy setting up a worldwide network for on demand fulfilment, partnering with software, technology companies and manufacturing hubs across the globe, it’s an exciting project and one that offers the fashion industry incredible diversity.
Onpoint Manufacturing are redefining the manufacture of fashion, the first partner resource Eloise.fashion is now live and offers the first step to an alternative manufacturing route and perhaps an end to the over production of the last 2 decades of fast fashion...
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Epson technologies have been at the forefront of the textile industries evolution and the development of new emerging markets. Duncan Ferguson is the vice president of commercial and industrial printing for Epson Europe, and responsible for Wide Format Textiles and Labels. In our latest interview we discover how Epson is driving change and how the industry must evolve at speed to meet both consumers expectations and the evolution of the global textile marketplace...
What’s driving change and accelerating the demand for digital textile printing?
In this Interview with Kenny Macrae of Northumbria University we talk through the application of digital technologies, the new HP Stitch textile printing machine, and importantly how such access to digital equipment will educate the next generation to deliver a vibrant, creative and sustainable textile industry in the years ahead.
The Textile department at Northumbria University recently invested in the HP Stitch Dye Sublimation print technology to further expand its digital printing capabilities. The university has a suite of digital textile printing machinery alongside cutting technologies and supporting software with which the students can design, develop and create textiles across multiple departments. Dye sublimation is a huge growth sector and enables greater variance of application – as essential in a learning facility as it is in a live production environment.
The fibres of the future must be reinvented to deliver environmental protection and a solution to the unsustainable use of fabrics that serve to contaminate our planet and destroy our habitat.
Material science must be reimagined. Dupont’s Bio-materials team are focused on providing solutions to the industry’s most pressing issues. In our most recent podcast we talked to Samit Chevli – an accomplished chemist and industry expert. Samit began his career in digital textile printing, developing the Dupont Artistri inks (amongst other innovations) and has five patents for his accomplishments so far. He is now concentrating his skills on the development of biomaterials for Dupont. It’s these innovations that will transform the fibres of the past to offer sustainable solutions for the present and future development of the worlds textile industry.
One such fibre which today celebrates its 20th Anniversary is Sorona – which has been reengineered to be a bio-based polymer.
Welcome to today's podcast - In conversation with Rebecca Craig lead designer with Style Library for the Sanderson and William Morris brands. Behind every printed metre of fabric there are numerous industry professionals, each of whom apply their skills to manufacture the beautiful textiles that dress our residential homes and Interiors.
The diversity of skills required within the textile production sector cannot be underestimated.
However, the creation, design and production of furnishing fabrics requires an equally diverse skill set - creative talent and expertise. Designers begin the process, working to a specified and detailed brief which will include a design budget and a defined product price point which must all be achieved in unison. Balancing the design and production process to achieve the required product in budget often creates operational challenges that must be overcome. The designer will track and supervise the products manufacture from design through to production to ensure that an exact replication of the painted pattern is achieved on fabric, whilst meeting the product launch CPA and specified budget. << Listen to learn more
Early Vision are a start-up tech company based in Israel - on a mission to customise the print workflow. With a specialist CAD, PLM and ERP background working with some of the industries leading players they are well equipped to develop and deploy software that streamlines and simplifies print production. As the demand for personalised manufacture expands the automation of the workflow becomes an increasingly pressing issue for manufacturers large and small. We talk with the founder Guy Alroy to discover how software can increase output, reduce waste, save precious resources and supply print on demand products with smart technology.
WELCOME TO TODAYS PODCAST BROUGHT TO YOU VIA PI APPAREL AS THE HOST FOR THIS INSIGHTFUL CONVERSATION DISCUSSING “ THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION DRIVING SUSTAINABILITY IN TEXTILES”.
The Textile sector faces a seismic reform, and to do so it must adapt and evolve to become sustainable. Within the textile supply chain there are great many suppliers - connecting them together requires technology if we are to truly begin the journey to a sustainable future.
This podcast was created on behalf of AVA CAD CAM LTD whos software provides the essential link between the creative and the printer whether that’s digital or analogue. Controlling the creative workflow is paramount, how we originate designs must relate to the printed output regardless of technology. This process is managed from design to production using AVA’s suite of software tools.
All of which offer the user the tools to create designs, colour separate, control colour management, prepare print files, generate machine profiles and reduce waste. Used together they have the power to perfect the many imperfections in the current production supply chain for textiles.
GUEST PANELISTS: ALEX MASAL - LIBERTY LTD, DEBBIE MCKEEGAN TEXINTEL, NICK LANGFORD AVA CAD CAM
Yoram Burg, Sales and Marketing VP at Embodee talks about the impact of Covid-19 and how it presents an opportunity to accelerate the digitization of the supply chain.
The Fashion industry has been hit hard by the global pandemic but it had systemic issues before the crisis hit. In this podcast we chat with the tech visionary Yoram Burg, VP of Sales and Marketing at Embodee.
The Covid-19 pandemic has presented an opportunity to accelerate the digitization of the supply chain. Yoram has a deep understanding of the Fashion Industry, its workflow and the technologies required to bring about change.
As a pioneer of many of the technical advances which we now almost take for granted his insights, experience and thought leadership are not to be missed.
Welcome to today’s podcast, and an interview with Simon Daplyn the Global head of marketing for Sensient Ink Technologies.
With a PHD in Digital Textiles, Simons experience and knowledge of the Digital Textile industry spans the sectors development.
In today’s podcast we discuss a wide range of topics from the crucial benefits of Digital printing, to ink formulation, sustainable chemistry, market applications and various printing techniques.
Sustainability is an important agenda for the Textile Industry, and the innovations and advancement of ink technologies have a huge part to play in its ongoing adoption.
Today we welcome Jenny Holloway of Fashion Enter, to discuss fashion production and digital technologies...
Jenny Holloway is a champion of British Manufacturing. With a lifetimes experience within the Fashion Industry her experience and honesty are a tonic! As the founder of Fashion Enter, Jenny and her skilled team have pivoted production to provide essential PPE during the crisis. In this episode we discuss the Fashion Industry and its future, the critical adoption of digital technologies, how we must share our knowledge and develop new skill sets, and how near-shore manufacturing will bring back sewn production to the UK.
Founded by Simon Mottram in London in 2004, Rapha makes the world’s finest cycling clothing. For 15 years, their products have redefined comfort, performance, and style for cyclists from absolute beginners through to World Tour professionals.
Today we are joined by John Roberts and Carl Moriarty to discuss their success and their passion for sportswear performance…apparel, technology, print…and of course cycling!!
Welcome to today's podcast, it’s our pleasure to be joined by Jordana Guimaraes, co-founder of Fashinnovation...and the organiser behind the World Talks Summit 2020
As the world locked down for COVID, Jordana and her team pivoted to create a Virtual forum for the Fashion community, a two day event, with over 90 Fashion designers, Brands and CEO's discussing the SDGs and the Sustainable future of the global fashion community....
Based in New York, Jordana and her husband founded the company in 2018, and their most recent Worldwide Talks event was astounding success…..bringing together international business leaders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and fashion designers to inspire and ignite conversations that lead to revolutionary change and a new future within the Fashion industry.
Welcome to today's podcast, it’s our great pleasure to welcome Stefan Kappaun of the Durst Group to the studio today to discuss Digital Textile printing….as we approach a seismic shift towards sustainability, digital technology's offer the eco-solution for Textile print and smart manufacturing.
Stefan acts as Executive Vice President of the Durst Group, a global technology leader in the development and the manufacturing of large format inkjet printing equipment for graphics, ceramics, textiles, labels and corrugated materials. << Listen to learn More >>
Today we welcome Nathan Swinson-Bullough of Image co to the podcast. As a specialist digital print company Based in Leeds, here in the UK, Image co have a global reach, supplying clients with printed products worldwide.
Their great success, is attributed to a strong dynamic team, constant innovation, state of the art technology and a can do approach!!
Image co are addressing the evolving needs of their clients and powering ahead!...and importantly pivoting print production in a Pandemic!!
Today we welcome Sharon Donovich to the Podcast. Sharon is the EMEA Product Manager at Kornit Digital, a company built to offer sustainable manufacturing alternatives to the Textile printing Industry.
The traditional Textile industry is proven to be one of the world’s biggest pollutants. It uses and pollutes billions of litres of water every single day worldwide, and consumes masses of energy, water and gas in its production processes….
….but, the consumer is fighting back, with their purchasing choices, and the supply chain must evolve.
Today we are going to discuss alternate technologies that offer the Textile industry a green, clean and energy efficient future……
Welcome to the Texintel Podcast - Today we welcome Emily Falconer, of Premier Digital Textiles.
Premier Digital Textiles have been supplying the worlds Textile industry for over 30 years, and the Digital Textile industry for over 15 years.
Importantly they are also credited as the pioneers for the many new substrates and woven innovations that have unlocked the textile supply chain to bring the print Industry a balanced selection of print-ready Textile substrates available in large and small volumes.
Lets learn more about the Textiles the industry requires and hear more about Premiers continued expansion of their Sustainable Textile Collection, and their corporate strategy to increase Sustainable innovations to bring customers a wide range of both Natural and Recycled fabrics.
Welcome to today's podcast….It's our great pleasure to welcome Jamie and Tom the founders of the soon to be Iconic Interiors brand Divine Savages.
As a super talented design duo they have built a home grown Designer Interiors Brand in just over 2 years! That takes some doing and today we are going to learn just how that happened??
You cannot underestimate the talent and drive needed to create such a successful brand….Lets listen to learn more >>
Hello and welcome to today's podcast….it's our pleasure to welcome Carl Ludwig the CEO and Founder of Fibre for Good!!
Fibre for Good are based in Australia and supply Organic, environmentally friendly clothing for Children. With a long history in retail supply, Carl and his team recognised the growing need for sustainably sourced skin friendly garments. As defined their company slogan: Skin to Seed.
So why is Organic Cotton SO important and what do you need to know? Let's listen to Carl Ludwig and learn more >>
Welcome to today's podcast, today its our pleasure to be joined by Traian Luca the CEO and Co-founder of Gemini Cad Systems. Gemini Cad Systems are a leading supplier of technology for industries working with soft flexible materials, textiles, composites and leather.
Gemini specialize in solutions, with a strong background in the fashion, Interiors and automotive industries their CAD / CAM technology is reshaping the industry, offering a balanced suite of automated technology’s focussed on efficiency.
Today we are going to concentrate on the Sportswear workflow, and how Gemini’s technology is set to revolutionise a sector of the apparel industry that is desperate for reform!!
Today it's our great pleasure to welcome Nick Langford and Duncan Ross, of AVA CAD CAM who are a specialist provider of CAD / CAM software solutions for the Textile Industry, with over 30 years experience creating targeted programs that automate both the design and production workflow….
Nick Langford-CEO, and Duncan Ross-Commercial Director, both of whom have a life times experience and a deep knowledge of the Textile workflow, both Analogue and Digital.
Today we are going to take a deep dive into design and colour, looking into the supply chain and why we must adopt a digitised workflow if as textile practitioners we are to meet the needs of an Industry challenged by sustainability and a new era of customised production…
Today we welcome Alex Brownless and Katie Dominy, founders of Arts Thread. The Arts Thread platform provides and essential resource for emerging artists, and a launchpad for the next generation, bridging the gap between education and the creative industry.
In this podcast we will discover how Arts thread supports the creatives of the Future, and how the Industry must help by providing essential learning, sharing knowledge and improving access to the technology that will bring a Sustainable future to multiple Industries...
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Kerry Murphy and his team at The Fabricant are re-defining fashion…a new era of Virtual Fashion where clothes exist in the 3rd dimension in a digital world. Climate change alongside human social behaviour seeks new experiences and solutions to Fashion as we experience it today….The fabricant are working to change the future of fashion…Let’s hear more >>
Today we welcome Beth Travers, an accomplished Textile designer and founder of the Interiors brand BOBO1325 based in Manchester, UK.
Beth has a unique style, lives life to the full, and has an equal passion for Pattern and Print….which we are going to hear all about no doubt today!!
Listen to learn how Beth as a designer, has embraced the freedom offered by Digital Printing technologies and how she has harnesses them to create a successful design brand that supplies stunning Interiors for Hospitality clients worldwide....
Veronica Miller: CEO of Modenus, a media company connecting the Interior Design Industry, Based in the USA. Modenus offers a vital gateway to multiple marketing opportunities for the Interiors Design community.
The Modenus portfolio has grown to become a significant voice for the Interior Design sector in the USA….and of course Europe!!
In conversation we talk over the early BlogTours and how the role of the Blogger has been re-defined over the last few years…and how Millennial marketing has become a diverse occupation that has evolved to offer a new platform for an online world, conventional offline marketing channels just don’t cut through the noise…find out how you can!
Veronica shares her experience and advice for Interior Designers and Brands, explaining the shift to digital engagement and the importance of Community.
We touch on the growth of e-commerce, customisation and personalisation for the Interior Design community, and why the consumer expects Interior Designers to deliver Sustainable products and solutions as a given….and why no surface is safe from digital disruption!!
Founded in 2013 PRINTFUL are a Global print company going places!! With a growth rate of over 700% and a turnover of 77M dollars. To date they have manufactured over 7 Million products and their fulfilment platform has facilitated 9 successful Millionaires!!
Printful have harnessed the internet and provide drop-ship fulfilment of customised printed products worldwide. Growing to 600 employees across 3 global locations in just 6 years.
Today we talk to Raitis Purins, Head of Marketing on what it takes to build a successful Manufacturing business, the IT and Print technology required and the Exponential growth of the Customised E-commerce Marketplace
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Today it's our pleasure to talk with Mike Scrutton, Director of Technology and Strategy at ADOBE...
A visionary and passionate technologist originally from the UK, Mike now lives in Silicon Valley, California and heads the team developing the new software Adobe Textile Designer which is currently available for free download as a Public Beta....
Graham Ross is the co founder of a sustainable sportswear and athleisure brand based in Australia…Named Kusaga? which means recycled in Swahili…and the beginning of Grahams story…and his incredible journey into sustainable manufacturing…
Sustainability is at the heart of Grahams business mandate, and whilst sourcing fabrics for Kusaga, Graham realised that we have to change the traditional Textile footpath…
To source the sustainable fabrics for his sportswear brand Graham had to re-invent them!!...
Which he did, despite numerous challenges, and it was during this process that he realised that we must also develop a new future for waste!..
…and that’s when Graham started Blocktexx which offers a new system for the recycling of textiles…taking waste, and recycling utilising new technology that can spit the synthetic and cellulose blends to distill the raw elements and critically repurpose the original fibres to generate sustainable fabrics and circular manufacturing….
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In the heart of Warrington, Cheshire, UK resides The Print Company. A specialist digital print service provider serving both the events, promotional and fashion industry with a whole host of products and custom printed Digital fabrics. With a suite of digital tools Vicki Swinden and her talented team often provide miracles on request!! As fellow Women in Print we caught up to talk Digital Textiles...Listen to learn more >>
Welcome to todays podcast, with a collaboration from the print Industry between Texintel and Ron Gilboa, Group Director for Keypoint Intelligence.
With a review of the FESPA Global Expo:
Talking Textiles, Design, Print, Industry Trends for Interiors and Fashion, and why the digital space offers the print service provider incredible opportunities for new business....
It was a pleasure to talk with the International designer Chris Verbeek today, Chris has a lifetimes experience, and designs collections for clients worldwide. We talk about Design, The Evolution Fair and the Industry.
In Europe there are just a few opportunities to buy and sell designs at a platform where designers and clients meet in one focussed location.
The Evolution Fair organised by Chris Verbeek offers a new platform for business.
Bringing together the worlds leading design studios for three days in Amsterdam, 4-5-6 June 2019, the Evolution Fair offers trade visitors a unique opportunity to buy designs in a boutique setting right in the heart of Amsterdam.
Get ahead of your competitors this season. Talk trends, gain Insight and buy direct or commission your next collection with this unique opportunity to meet the worlds design community face to face.
Today it is our pleasure to talk to Suzi Wilkinson of FESPA_UK, who as an association provide support the British Print Industry.
Offering a resource, support, educational conferences and networking opportunities for print service providers, suppliers and manufacturers within the print sector.
Talking, Print, Design, and a review of the recent and sold out event: The Digital Textile Conference....Listen to learn more >>
TEXINTEL TALKS with Kristine Go from the Pattern Curator...
Talking Design, Colour and Trends for the Millennial Designer in the fast paced world of product design.
Colour changes every aspect of our lives, how we feel, our choices, what we see and importantly its the major driver in the products we purchase...
Learn how Kristine Go the founder of Pattern Curator began her creative journey, and why her passion for colour brings you the insights you need to create successful products...
Today its our pleasure to welcome Raphael Javaheri to the texintel podcast, Raphael is the CEO of ECOTEX, based in LA, and has spent his life pioneering and delivering innovative fabrics to the Textile Industry…
Raphael welcome, and thank you for making time for us. Before we talk about your multiple achievements, and what you’re working on today, a little step backwards: Born into a Textile dynasty, Milano textiles inc and worked alongside your father in the business for many years, which is where your love of textiles began?
Having discovered Tencel fibres in the 1990’s you went onto define a new future for Denim / Fashion Fabric production tell us more….
As a textile specialist you also create designs, and have your own studio tell us more?
How do you and your clients utilize Digital technology in your production?
The big “S” Sustainability is finally being adopted as the driver for the Fashion Industry, why has it taken so long to get mainstream?
What’s you biggest wish for your industry in the next 2 years?
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Based in Yorkshire, Haley Studios create Best Selling Designs for the Home Furnishings Industry... Originally founded by the talented Artist and Designer Geoff Haley some 30 years ago, and having passed on his painterly skills to the next generation. We talk about the Industry...How thats changed over the years...What inspires creatives, and how as a family they have built their incredibly successful business and carved a niche worldwide as the renowned masters of Floral Design...and Why they want to teach you to Paint!... Listen to learn more >>
Designers Talk!!..Sharing stories of Creativity, Design, Mistakes and Challenges...an inspiring journey for Interiors with Annette-Taylor-Anderson, Designer and Founder of ATADESIGNS: "We design wall-coverings, murals and fabrics for the interior industry. As well as having our own design collections, and we also provide a bespoke design service. So we love to work closely with our clients to create bespoke designs specifically for their project. I see any new projects as a blank canvas, ready to start creating and painting. It’s always a challenge but a good challenge!"
The Micro-factory model is infinitely adaptive. A huge online range can be serviced efficiently and profitably, without enormous warehouses, without the risk of clearances, and without the uneconomic use of scarce cash reserves.
The millennial consumer demands infinite choice and the Micro-Factory offers the solution. Providing an infinite range of design and product, that’s flexible enough to react and produce AI trend driven supply, all within the envelope of a sustainable and profitable environment.
Product choice, Speed to market, Sustainable Supply and Profitable Production in a risk averse environment are the New Paradigms for the Textile Industry.
Small wonder then that the Micro-factory model is being hailed as a new dawn for Textiles, with the promise that its efficiency and profitability will bring manufacturing back to a more local base, offering jobs for workers in the country of origin.
Today it’s our great pleasure to welcome Yoram Burg, USA Regional Sales Director for the EFI brand OPTITEX to the Texintel Podcast…
Yoram is a renowned industry expert and has over the last 15 years implemented and driven a new generation of pioneering software and innovative technologies that have revolutionised how we work in the Textile Industry
In an age where every industry is being disrupted by Digital technologies, we sometimes forget that it’s taken time to get where we are today…and Yoram and i will discuss the multiple innovations that facilitated this journey...to the present and into the future
There is no question that technology has now aligned across multiple industries enabling global digitisation, and that wherever you are today in your digital journey…The future is certain, the Textile Industry is embracing digital technologies, and the workplace has changed forever…
Let’s hear about Yoram’s journey and about how with the Optitex brand, his vision and drive for change has transformed how we make garments today…
Hello and welcome to the Texintel Podcast...On the show today we feature Sharon Donovich
Sharon is the Product Marketing Manager for Kornit Digital and has built an impressive career in the world of print...
Sharon speaks as an authority on Kornit Digital Technology whos digital print process offers the Textile Manufacturer a Sustainable, Efficient solution to the challenges of Textile Production in todays high speed world.
As the Textile Ambassador for the FESPA GLOBAL EXPO i had the pleasure of listening to her talk at the SGIA | AATCC Digital Textile Printing Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Digital Print Technology has disrupted the Fashion and Home Textile supply chain which now prints on demand as we move forward to a new era of sustainable manufacture...
Let's listen to her words of wisdom!...
Jenny is an icon of British manufacturing, and has spent all of her life in the Fashion Industry...Nobody understands the industry better than Jenny, who has passionately campaigned for and succeed in building a unique social enterprise called “ Fashion Capital”
Today we talk over her NEW Brand "Belles of London" and Ethical manufacturing here in the UK....
Design Talk by Debbie McKeegan, at the SGIA | AATCC Digital Textile Printing Conference held in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, which brings together Industry experts from around the world of Print and Manufacturing. It's a unique forum for conversation and an opportunity to gather and share experience, whilst gaining valuable business insight.
So...Lets listen to what i had to say on two of my favourite topics...Design and Digital Print
Hitoshi Ujiie is the professor of Surface Imaging at Thomas Jefferson University...As the Textile ambassador for FESPA, I visited the Digital Textile Printing workshop for which Hitoshi is responsible in Philadelphia, USA...An incredible resource for students specialising in Digital printing and Innovation, the suite offers an unparalleled range of manufacturing technologies...
Mark gives and exclusive insight into the Past, Present and Future of the Fashion Industry. A renowned Industry expert, Mark has defined and introduced many ground breaking innovations over the years...Today we are going to talk about where we are today and what we can expect for the Future of the Fashion Industry....
Our podcast offers you a unique opportunity and a window into the real world of Textiles…with an open forum for conversation.
In the last five years software and technology has converged like never before to offer our industry the toolbox it needed to become sustainable.
We are about to witness the reform of design, manufacturing and retail as we know it…
So…Let’s talk to the people with the talent, skills and drive that by working together, will deliver that change…
Texintel is a resource for the Textile industry that connects the dots between Design and Manufacturing…