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A&E’s New REPREVE® Recycled Sewing Thread Targets Footwear and Non-Apparel Applications

Posted on May 22, 2018 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, NC (May 22, 2018) – American & Efird (A&E), the world’s foremost manufacturer and distributor of industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread and technical textiles, released Anefil Poly® using REPREVE®. Incorporating REPREVE fiber made from recycled drinking bottles, and available in a comprehensive color range, this sustainable, continuous-filament, polyester sewing thread provides …

REPEL Provides PFC-Free Water Repellency Versatility for Every A&E Sewing Thread

Posted on May 15, 2018 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, NC (May 15, 2018) – American & Efird (A&E), a global leader in industrial sewing thread manufacturing, today announced the official launch of REPEL, an advanced, PFC-FREE, water repellency enhancement. REPEL is an additional feature customers can order and have applied to A&E’s global sewing thread brands. As consumers evolve in how they use and wear products, …

A&E Collaborates with Applied DNA Sciences to Develop Anti-Counterfeiting Sewing Threads

Posted on March 2, 2018 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, N. C. (March 2, 2018) – American & Efird (A&E), one of the world’s foremost manufacturers and distributors of industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread and technical textiles, announced today a collaborative agreement with Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. to develop sewing thread utilizing CertainT® anti-counterfeiting technology. “The CertainT Program is an innovative …

A&E Expands Sustainable Offerings, Focusing on Athletic Wear and Performance Apparel with a New Recycled, REPREVE® Sewing Thread

Posted on October 18, 2017 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, N. C. (October 18, 2017) – American & Efird (A&E), one of the world’s foremost manufacturers and distributors of industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread and technical textiles, announced the product launch of a new recycled, air-entangled, polyester sewing thread, Magic® using REPREVE®. Building upon the immense success of Perma Core® using …

A&E Joins ZDHC In-line with Commitment to Sustainable Business Practices

Posted on July 11, 2017 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, NC (July 11, 2017) – American & Efird (A&E), one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread, and technical textiles, is officially announcing it has joined the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Programme. As a sustainability leader in the textile industry, A&E is proud to …

A&E’s 2016-2017 Corporate Sustainability Report

Posted on June 1, 2017 by jblackburn

This year’s Corporate Sustainability Report reflects the three concepts that drive A&E’s industry-leading sustainability program: Transparency, Traceability, and Trust, while highlighting accomplishments in the areas of safety, environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. 

A&E’s 2016-2017 Sustainability Report Demonstrates Industry Transparency, Traceability and Trust

Posted on June 1, 2017 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, NC (June 1, 2017) – American & Efird (A&E), one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread, and technical textiles, announced today it is releasing its 2016-2017 Corporate Sustainability Report. This year’s report reflects the three concepts that drive A&E’s industry-leading sustainability program: Transparency, Traceability …

A&E Launches Industry First REPREVE® Recycled Core Spun Sewing Thread

Posted on March 30, 2017 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. (March 30, 2017) – American & Efird (A&E) continues its 125-year tradition as a global leader in textile manufacturing, announcing today the official product launch of an industry first, REPREVE® recycled core spun industrial sewing thread, Perma Core® using REPREVE®. Nothing can be more important than the future of our planet, and …

A&E Launches Innovative Reflective Industrial Sewing Thread

Posted on February 7, 2017 by jblackburn

MOUNT HOLLY, NC (February 07, 2017) – American & Efird (A&E), a global leader in industrial sewing thread manufacturing, today announced the official launch of a new product in reflective innovation, Anefil™ Reflector. Anefil™ Reflector is a reflective, specialty industrial sewing thread used in coverstitch and overedge applications for use primarily in activewear, workwear, safety …

A&E Footprint Grows to Include the Philippines Through New Licensing Agreement

Posted on November 10, 2016 by jblackburn

  MOUNT HOLLY, NC (November 10, 2016) – American & Efird (A&E) is pleased to announce the addition of a new licensee, Manila Bay Thread Corporation, strengthening its position in Southeast Asia. Manila Bay will represent A&E in the Philippines providing strategic support for A&E’s global customers and local production capabilities while expanding A&E’s global …