News and Notes

Pleated filter elements being manufactured on-site at Atmus Filtration Technologies utilizing Synthetic filter media produced by Atmus.

Apr 30, 2026

Member Spotlight: Atmus Filtration Drives the Future of Advanced Media Design

The Nonwovens Institute is proud to recognize Atmus Filtration, Inc. as a key member of our industry-leading ecosystem. From proprietary nanofiber distributions to sustainable polymer processing, Atmus is leveraging its NWI membership to push the boundaries of filtration efficiency, asset protection, and industrial scalability.

Apr 30, 2026

Celebrating the Life and Contributions of Rory Holmes

The Nonwovens Institute honors the remarkable life and legacy of Rory Holmes, a pioneer whose dedication shaped the modern nonwovens landscape. From his leadership at NWI and INDA to his mentorship of the next generation, Rory’s influence was as technical as it was personal. We invite you to read more about his extraordinary career and the lasting mark he left on our community.

The melt spinner arm moves into place and custom-sized fibers are deposited onto a spinning drum, quickly creating a broad swath of non-woven material used in products such as masks.

Apr 16, 2026

Army, NC State Collaborate on Potential of Polymers

NC State and the U.S. Army are working together to unlock the next generation of polymers. By blending advanced engineering with molecular precision, this collaboration aims to develop materials that can withstand the most extreme environments.

Apr 8, 2026

The Nonwovens Institute Welcomes MiniFIBERS, Inc. as a Member

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is pleased to recognize MiniFIBERS, Inc. for its decision to join more than 50 industry-leading organizations as a member of the Institute.

Mar 23, 2026

Angelo Corino Retires After Long Career with The Nonwovens Institute

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) celebrates the career and contributions of Angelo Corino; Meltblown and Spunbond & Hydroentanglement Labs Manager, who has elected to retire this year after 20 years of service to NWI and its members, faculty, staff, students and other partners as well as an even more lengthy career in the nonwovens industry.

Centennial Campus buildings including the Monteith Research Center (right) and the Wilson College of Textiles (center) look out onto Lake Raleigh. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Mar 18, 2026

Spring 2026 Industrial Advisory Board Meeting

The Nonwovens Institute’s (NWI’s) Fall 2026 Industrial Advisory Board Meeting will be held May 5-6 at The Wilson College of Textiles’ Convocation Center on the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University.

Mar 18, 2026

NWI Adds Capabilities for Rapid Research & Development

NWI is pleased to announce an addition to the NWI Fiber and Polymer Science Lab that enhances our ability to support members, customers, faculty, staff and students; a new Hills, Inc. LBS-330 Lab Scale Bicomponent Melt Extrusion Unit.

Jan 14, 2026

Thomas H. (Tom) Daugherty Retirement

After a nearly 45-year career in the Nonwovens and Consumer Products industries, Tom Daugherty was celebrated at Fall 2025 meeting of the Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) for The Nonwovens Institute (NWI).

Nov 19, 2025

Students Recognized for Excellence at Fall 2025 IAB Meeting

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…

Nov 3, 2025

Technical Developments in Nonwovens Presented at RISE® 2025

The 2025 RISE® (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics) Conference was held Oct. 14-15, at the McKimmon Center on NC State’s campus. This was the 15th edition of RISE® and…