Nonwovens innovators: Get ready to RISE^®!

The next generation of nonwoven technology starts at RISE^®! Join us in-person as thought leaders in product development, materials science, and new technologies convene for the industry’s premier conference on nonwovens science and technology. Topics will address: responsibly sourced inputs, realistic end-of-life options and circularity in the world of nonwovens and engineered materials. Come, meet other changemakers, see the amazing breakthroughs occurring in our industry, and get the inspiration you need to make your own. Now more than ever, it’s time to RISE^®!

RISE^® provides our industry with the latest in nonwoven technologies, sustainability, and market intelligence. Numerous times I reached out to colleagues to discuss what I was hearing that started the creative juices flowing!

Bryan D. Haynes, Ph.D., Senior Technical Director, Kimberly-Clark Corporation

The RISE^® Innovation Award:
Honoring the Brightest Ideas in Nonwovens Technologies

The RISE^® Innovation Award recognizes innovation in nonwovens that use revolutionary science and engineering principles to solve problems and advance the use of nonwovens. Areas for consideration include: raw material advances, advances in process or manufacturing technologies including web forming and converting, new product or application development, or other areas that may extend or enhance the use of nonwovens. Nominate your innovation today!

Nomination deadline: April 14, 2023. Award presentation: September 27, 2023.

Questions on the RISE^® award: Contact Matt O'Sickey, Director of Education & Technical Affairs at mosickey@inda.org 919.459.3748

It’s important for the nonwovens industry to have easy and regular communication with customers, suppliers and peers. RISE^® provided a wealth of technical insight and a chance to have an open dialog to help innovate and create opportunities

Nick Lane, Account Manager, Devan North America, LLC