The Nonwovens Institute

Jun 6, 2023

NWI recognizes Pierre Grondin for his dedication to the nonwovens industry

After nearly 30 years of service to the nonwovens industry, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) would like to congratulate Pierre Grondin on his career. “It has been a true pleasure working…

May 31, 2023

NWI adds state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system

The Nonwovens Institute is pleased to announce our state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system is now available for developmental and commercial use. “We have completed installation and commissioning and are now ready…

May 24, 2023

NWI’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting recap

The Nonwovens Institute’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting has adjourned, following a week of activity with NWI member companies joining students and faculty to consider research and engage…

May 2, 2023

Dr. Pourdeyhimi Previews NWI’s Nonwoven Product Development and Innovation Short Course

The Nonwoven Product Development and Innovation Short Course is designed to provide attendees a view of the full lifecycle of nonwoven product development. This course, presented by The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)…

Apr 17, 2023

NWI & INDA provide training to industry

During February and March, nearly 40 professionals from across the nonwovens industry attended training courses co-sponsored by the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University in Raleigh and INDA…

Apr 10, 2023

See NWI capabilities on display at INDEX™23

If you are attending the INDEX™23 exhibition next week in Geneva, members of The Nonwovens Institute will be showcasing technology that anchors our world-class pilot labs and supports our decades…

Mar 6, 2023

Matt Migliore joins NWI as Marketing Director

In February, Matt Migliore joined the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University as Marketing Director. In this new role, Matt will be the primary communication and engagement officer…

Feb 15, 2023

Rajen Patel Ph.D. appointed to SSAB

On February 1, 2023, Rajen M. Patel Ph.D. was appointed to the Strategic Scientific Advisory Board (SSAB) of the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University.   Dr. Patel…

Feb 14, 2023

Best Paper Awards from IAB Fall 2022

Bringing together the best of both industry and academia is a hallmark of The Nonwovens Institute (NWI).  Located in the heart of the vibrant Centennial Campus of North Carolina State…

Feb 9, 2023

Thomas Broch Named Vice-Chair – IAB Executive Committee

In November 2022, Mr. Thomas Broch was elected as Vice Chair of the Executive Committee of the Industrial Advisory Board for the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University.…