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The article discusses the increase in terry towel exports from Pakistan in 2014-2015. Topics covered include the rapid growth of terry towel industry due to high export demand, the status of the industry as among the important consumers of local yarn, and the process involved in the manufacture of terry towel. Several tables are presented one listing the export of towels from Pakistan, one listing export of towels of mill-made cotton, and one listing export towels of hand loom cotton.

The article offers information related to celebrity brands and pricing system in Valley Stream, New York. It states the competition between Kohl's Corp, the home to celebrity brands such as actress Jennifer Lopez and fashion designer Vera Wang, and JCPenny, which implements new pricing system to attract shoppers from frequent promotions in low daily prices. Several tables are presented which provide data on the point of sale of towel products from JCPenny and Kohl's Corp.

The article presents U.S. textile manufacturer Fieldcrest Mills, Inc. and its financial condition as of October 1982, focusing on declining sales, earnings, and return on equity. Factors for this development are explored, including competition in the towel industry, disproportionately large investments in increasing the production capacity, and inflation. Cited are comments by Fieldcrest chairman Joseph Ely II regarding his plans for the company.

The article reports that cloth towel supply companies are fighting paper competitors by offering paper towels.

An interview with several executives including Hugh Thompson, Lexi Schladenhauffen and Jeremy Wootten is presented. Thompson notes that the towel business that they made in North America particularly solid color towel in a variety of styles and colors. Schladenhauffen mentions their branding strategy to educate the consumer about the importance of Made in U.S. Wootten cites the purchasing criteria for the typical consumer.

Focuses on the impact of more product sources overseas on the beach towel industry in the U.S. Increase in price pressures; Surge in the number of retailers exploring direct sourcing in the category; Strategy of U.S. suppliers to offset any damages including the use of diversified marketing techniques.

Reports the shift in the sale period for beach towels by retailers in the U.S. Offer of promotional prices; Disadvantage of offering sales promotions; Encouragement of retailers to save the better-quality towels for debut on sales floor later in the summer season.

This section offers news briefs relating to the textile industry in Bangladesh as of December 2012. The towel manufacturing sector has received investments and factories have produced high-end items. Manufacturers of readymade garments (RMG) have called on the U.S. to allow duty-free access of their products. The Bangladesh government has called for a rollback of duty levied by Turkey on RMG imports.

The article reports on a process for producing high-quality toweling fabrics and reduce the amount of waste water. The process of continuous pre-treatment and dyeing of towel fabrics is discussed. Saving water and energy and lowering production costs are mentioned. Fabric appearance is discussed. The concept of sustainability and idea that water is a raw material are noted.

This article provides information on the BEST Series towel hemming machines manufacture by Barudan Sewing Machine Co. Ltd. The machines can continuously carry all processes fully automatic. Advanced computer technology achieves easy-operation and high productivity. Five models are included in the BEST series, each with different purposes. BEST SJ cross hemming machine is designed for both wet towels and face towels. For handling large sized bath towels, BEST Twin cross hemming machine is designed.

Reports on 70-year-old family business, Max Salko Corp., of Elmsford, New York which was compelled to file for bankruptcy. Severe downturn in economy after September 11, 2001 and attempts to compete with mega-stores such as Bed, Bath & Beyond which contributed to the Chapter 11 filing; Possible repositioning of the business; Sales which plummeted; Salko's problems which are typical of many smaller bed and bath retailers; Chain bed-bath retailers and national larger discounters which account for two-thirds of sales recorded by manufacturers of sheets, towels and other textiles; Flood of lower priced Asian products which add to the woes of independent businesses.

The article offers brief information on several towels from Loftex including COLORloft, NATURALoft and HEMPstead.

The article reports on the challenges facing the terry towel industry in India. It states that the growth of the industry saw the emergence of towel manufacturing companies Welspun Group and the Trident Group. It mentions that starting 2008, the sector began to weaken because of the economic recession in major importing blocks of the U.S. and Europe.

The article offers updates related to facilities management. Global tool manufacturer AB Sandvik Coromant has installed the colored Vynagrip matting in its Cirencester works. Rozalex announces the launching of its new range of products for 2012. Tork has implemented some changes to its hand towel roll system mean to cater to hand towel products for every customer environment.

The article reports that the Towel Manufacturers' Association of Pakistan asserts that the Technology Up graduation Fund (TUF) plan created by the Ministry of Textile Industry requires revision.

The article focuses on a dispute between the laundered-towel industry and disposable wipes industry over the regulatory process in the U.S. in September 2011.

The article reports on the claim by Pakistani Towel Manufacturers' Association chairman Waqar Alam that the towel industry will suffer if the government does not provide it with value added tax zero rating.

The article discusses words and phrases submitted by readers to describe actions involved in activating automatic faucets and towel dispensers. Readers described actions associated with automatic towel dispensers with phrases such as "heat wave," "towel chi," and "hand-dry coordination." Phrases used to refer to actions involved in using automatic faucets include "tap dancing," "insinktual responses," and "debasinment." Other referents discussed include unpleasant occurrences and ex-wives.

Deals with the floor level, high level or robotic palletizers from Columbia Machine Inc., available in the U.S. Value of the palletizers for tissue and towel producers; Capabilities of the machine.

Features new product Tidy-Seat, towelettes with a disinfectant formula by Chippewa Sales in the towel industry U.S.

This article features India-based towel producer Welspun. Running at capacity at the end of its fiscal year March 31, 2005, Welspun was producing $100 million worth of towels annually and is currently in the proves of increasing capacity by 2005. The company is already one of the top five towel producers in the world. It has set up a global-scale, state-of-the-art plant with the ability to produce six million bed sheets per year in a completely vertical operation. The company's largest customer is the U.S. representing 65% of its sales. The company runs a chain of retail stores called Spaces, and is ready to capitalize on the growth of the country's middle class. For the last five year, Welspun has focused its marketing efforts on working directly with retailers, developing a reputation for delivering quality product on time.

The article presents information on various towels. Urban style and colour at its best, the Crawford towel, pictured, is from Canningvale's Fusion bathroom collection. Crawford is woven using the finest 100% pure cotton double twist yarn providing superior softness, durability and absorbency.

This article highlights the debut of Loftex USA in Fall 2004. Loftex is the American arm of one of the largest towel mills in China. It is a marriage of overseas manufacturing muscle and domestic marketing expertise. Jim Ryan is serving as vice president of the company and Gretchen Dale, formerly of Pillowtex, is heading up marketing and design. Dale says that Loftex will distinguish itself through a marketing message communicated directly to the end user of the towel. The industry is currently focused on size and weight, whereas Loftex will concentrate on the attributes that the consumer is really looking for, like absorbency, ease of care, hand, and non-linting. To promote these attributes, Loftex is focusing on what Dale terms shelf presence, the appearance of the towel on the shelf in terms of bulk and hand, as well as hangtags to explain the features of that towel. Specific marketing efforts will be developed for each of the Loftex towel lines. The company's assortment will include solids, jacquards, fiber-reactive prints, and embellished bath towels, as well as beach towels. Loftex has established warehousing facilities in New Jersey to service EDI business and a 6,000 square foot in New York. It will be completed in time for the October 2004 market.

This article profiles Venus Group of Cos. The company, headed by Kirit Patel and run with the help of his wife and brothers, produces apparel and home textiles that are sold in Europe, Africa, and the U.S. It maintains offices and showrooms in Bangalore and Mumbai in India, as well as New York and California. With vested interests in two Indian mills already, Venus has recently constructed a wholly owned and completely vertical 175,000 square-foot facility in southern India that includes a dyehouse, warehouse space, and factory. The company projects manufacturing$2.35 million worth of towels in its first year of production. As of 2004, Venus Home offers five lines of towels, each aimed at different price points. The top-of-the-line is everyday Embellished. So called because, with rare exceptions, all the embellishment is woven into the towel rather than being attached, thus, it can be laundered and used on a daily basis. Because of its manufacturing capabilities, Venus also ships multiple containers per month of handsome yarn-dyed jacquards at opening price points. A new high-end designer brand is to debut in 2005. To complete its towel ensembles, Venus also offers terry shower curtains and bath mats and will be introducing coordinating ceramic and metal bath accessories in 2005.

Features Poppy beach towel offered by Hable Construction and Barneys New York Inc.

Reports on the search for additional financing by West Point, Georgia-based manufacturer of towels and sheets WestPoint Services Inc. Reasons behind the need of additional funds to the company; Performance of bonds of the company; Views of analyst Debbie Downie on debt obligation of the company.

The article offers questions and answers to brand manager, T. J. Mendelson of towel manufacturing company, Sun Towel including the factors that will be affecting the company in 2016, product trends they will be offering to consumers, and new products that the company will be marketing.

The article focuses on the move of the bath industry to concentrate more on value, sustainability and technologies in the U.S. It states that bath business suppliers are preparing themselves to be flexible and ready to adjust their strategies in working with the retailer's new approaches to business. It highlights the ideas of several executives in the industry regarding their strategies of managing inventories with money for the right promotion.

The article reports on the growth of the beach towel industry in the U.S. It was noted that the business has a retail sales of $110 million in 2006, up from $100 million in 2005. Meanwhile, Loftex company creates a French Rivera collection combined with warm cool looks, Spring Industries Inc. will offer improvements in fabrications and Hilasal company creates fantasy-inspired design for teenagers.

The article discusses the factors contributing to the poor performance of the towel industry in the U.S. Business experts have analyzed that the elimination of quota together with high prices of raw materials made the industry stayed in the margin. The heavy competition in the bath industry also contributes to the low sales.

Reports on developments concerning the towel industry in the United States as of October 31, 2005. Welspun USA's introduction of fiber combinations in towels with unique properties; Debut of Bardwil Linens' Lenox Mansfield Crest towel; Developments in specialty fibers, weaves and finishes.

The article reports that while the two biggest towel mills in China are strengthening their U.S. market presence due to the lifting of quota restrictions, their top executives are cautiously expanding their businesses in the U.S. in light of concerns that it may impose limits on their towel exports. Anthony Lau, president and chief executive officer of Sunvim Hometextiles Ltd., said that they are taking a conservative approach. He also said that the company will compete on quality rather than price. Similarly, Loftex Industries has a long-term growth plan for the U.S. but is taking a wait-and-see approach.

This article reports that Welspun India Ltd., one of the largest Asian towel manufacturers, is set on becoming a major supplier in the U.S., branching out to sheets, table linens, curtains and upholstery. The company, part of a $440 million conglomerate that also makes synthetic yarn, cotton yarn, bathrobes, pipes and pipe coatings, according to its Web site, plans to back its expansion plan with a $150 million investment in terry towel and bedding manufacturing facilities, as well as a strong marketing and design support group in the U.S. Welspun hired Blair Tate, formerly WestPoint Stevens' design manager for bath, as its design director for bath in August, and will also hire in-house sales representatives.

Reports on the plan of towel maker Royal Velvet to roll out its product in the U.S. Launch of the Royal Velvet towel brand; Contract with Li & Fung Corp. for the supply of towels, terry rugs, bath accessories, shower curtains and liners; Identification of the marketing strategy.

Home textile firm Tuesday Morning plans to put more emphasis on its high-quality sheets and upscale bath towel offerings in the last quarter of 2003. The company has experienced great success in its textiles and seasonal merchandise in the third quarter of 2003. Company president and chief executive officer Kathleen Mason has described textiles, towels and comforters as some of their best performing categories in the third quarter. She also said that some of their poor performing categories like luggage, sheets and houseware are also showing signs of recovery with respect to price points. The company has experienced improved its financial position as a result of the performance of textiles and towels sectors.

Reports on the withdrawal of Davidson Cotton Co. from the sourcing operation in Huntersville, North Carolina. Allocation of funds for Davidson's towel factory by the Crown; Continuance to source the Joseph Abboud line; Impact of the withdrawal on the customers.

Reports on the licensing of Warren Kimble by towel manufacturer Avanti in Moonachie, New Jersey. Term of the licensing agreement with Davis Inc., the exclusive licensing agency for Warren Kimble; Reasons for choosing Avanti as a licensee; Features of the gift box sets of Avanti.