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Optics in ActionBalancing Innovation and Workforce: Insights from EnPro and AmeriChem on the Future of U.S. Manufacturing with Grant Cook and Michael PerryIn this episode of the OPTICS™ in Action podcast, Ryan Weiss interviews Grant Cook, president of EnPro, and Michael Perry, national sales manager for AmeriChem Systems. They discuss the critical role of manufacturing in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of keeping manufacturing jobs local and supporting American industries. Grant and Michael share insights on how their companies focus on people, processes, and products to enhance efficiency, maintainability, and reliability in manufacturing. They highlight the value of being on the shop floor, understanding real-world challenges, and prioritizing practical solutions over chasing technological fads. Th...2024-07-0120 min
Spinning ValuesSolution Dyeing - In conversation with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem (Part 2)Solution Dyeing and Sustainability in the Textile Industry: A chat with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem
In this episode of Spinning Values, hosted by Rajeev, Dr. VG Kulkarni, a well-known figure in the world of synthetic yarn technology and the head of technology and business development at Americhem, discusses the concepts of solution dyeing and its impact on the sustainability aspects of the textile industry. The conversation touches upon the importance of sustainable coloring and use of recycled content in textiles with a particular focus on polyester usage. Dr. VG also outlines the role of masterbatch in...2021-07-2726 minSpinning ValuesBCF and its applications - In conversation with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem (Part 1)Spinning Values: A Deep Dive into Solution Dyeing, BCF and Synthetic Yarn Technologies
In the third episode of Spinning Values, host Rajeev discusses the sustainable method of solution dyeing and Bulk Continuous Filament (BCF) with Dr. VG Kulkarni from Americhem. Dr. Kulkarni elucidates on the three major types of polymers used in the carpet industry including nylon, polyester, and polypropylene, emphasizing the increased use of PET in BCF manufacture due to improved technology, cost, and availability. He further highlights Americhem’s product differentiation based on color matching, performance under various conditions, and the ease of operational use du...2021-07-0214 min
FLOORtalkAmerichem’s Ron Beck, The Importance of Color - Part 3Ron Beck, R&D manager, Americhem, discusses a seminar he will be leading at the Dalton Convention Center entitled: Real Value Engineering: Why Superior Products Rely on Much More than Color. Beck discusses the importance of color in a variety of products and the process of selecting the correct color for a product, including floor coverings.
Posted: April 28, 20162016-04-2708 min
FLOORtalkAmerichem’s Ron Beck, The Importance of Color - Part 2Ron Beck, R&D manager, Americhem, discusses a seminar he will be leading at the Dalton Convention Center entitled: Real Value Engineering: Why Superior Products Rely on Much More than Color. Beck discusses the importance of color in a variety of products and the process of selecting the correct color for a product, including floor coverings.
Posted: April 27, 20162016-04-2709 min
FLOORtalkAmerichem’s Ron Beck, The Importance of Color – Part 1Ron Beck, R&D manager, Americhem, discusses a seminar he will be leading at the Dalton Convention Center entitled: Real Value Engineering: Why Superior Products Rely on Much More than Color. Beck discusses the importance of color in a variety of products and the process of selecting the correct color for a product, including floor coverings.
Posted: April 26, 20162016-04-2609 min