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USA: RISE 2013 to Highlight Leading Edge Innovation and Technology for Nonwoven/Engineered Fabrics

RISE 2013, the Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference, will be held September 30 - October 3, 2013, Grand Hyatt, Denver, Colorado USA. Organized by INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, RISE is a one-of-a-kind technical conference for professionals in the nonwoven/engineered fabric industry who scout for new ideas, new technology, new materials and new applications to grow their business.

At RISE 2013, some of the topics this year include:

Revolutionary 3D textile printing technology
Market trends that are driving innovation in nonwovens
Simple, cost-efficient RFID tagging for hygiene applications
Microfluidic-fabric interfacial technology for biofluid manipulation
Next generation nanofiber applications
New role for nanoparticles in polymer processing

Dave Rousse, INDA’s President, said, “RISE brings together many diverse members of the global nonwovens/engineered fabrics supply chain and those touching this dynamic area. There are 2.5 days of thought-provoking discussions on technical innovations and practical product applications. RISE also provides many opportunities to interact in person with like-minded executives looking to advance their business.”

A new feature at RISE 2013 will be a tour of the Johns Manville Technical Center to be conducted on Monday, September 30^th. RISE attendees will see Johns Manville’s five specialized areas of technical services. They are internationally accredited, and equipped with modern instrumentation and very knowledgeable professionals. Space is limited and these will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. INDA will host a tour of Coors Field followed by a welcome reception on September 30^th, for all attendees to network before RISE kicks off officially on October 1.

“Dine with Industry Thought Leaders” is another new networking opportunity on October 1^st, evening. This special dinner event provides RISE attendees the ability to meet with thought leaders from select areas of the value chain to learn about what is trending, fading and on the horizon.

The ever popular RISE table-top displays will be held during a complimentary luncheon on October 1^st, and complimentary reception on October 3^rd, evening.