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Staff Writer
Leather best practice in a changing world
Tony Rock highlights the impact that technology such as artificial intelligence plus issues such as sustainability can have on business best practice
View from the US – August 2024
Compared to early 2024, June brought a bit of relief to the market. While prices mostly held steady, there were hints of improvement in some areas. Heavy Texas Steer prices remained unchanged, maintaining a narrow range between $20.00 and $21.00 for 64/66lbs. Branded Steers were consistent at $21.00, and despite slower trading, Colorado Branded Steers managed to hold steady. Heavy Native Steers faced mixed reports, with prices ranging from $28.00 to $30.00 for 62/64lbs, reflecting some stability but still under pressure due to fluctuating demand.
Stahl launches upgraded EleGrade® portfolio of leather finishing solutions
Stahl, a leading provider of speciality coatings and treatments for flexible substrates, has recently extended its EleGrade® portfolio of high-end leather upgrading solutions for a wide range of industries and end markets.
Bio-based edge paints: On the cutting edge
According to Stahl, bio-based edge paints are finally having their moment. Tony Rock speaks to the company about its latest product and the development of bio-based solutions.
GSC introduces live colour-matching support for customers
Italian company GSC Group, which produces chemical products for different sectors of the tanning industry, has enhanced its standard assistance and colour-matching services for its customers with live remote assistance.
TFL exhibiting at the ACLE 2024
TFL is happy to confirm its participation to the ACLE 2024. After the successful presence last year, TFL has decided to repeat this exciting experience and to welcome its valuable customers with the latest leather collections & chemical innovations.
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris: nearly 1,200 exhibitors from 26 countries for an edition full of new features
Nearly 1,200 exhibitors from 26 countries will gather in Hall 7 of Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, from July 1 to 3, 2024. A must-attend event in a dynamic and ambitious setting… And lots of new features
IULTCS sets date for 38th leather congress
The International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemists Societies (IULTCS) has announced the dates for its 38th Congress.
Extracts from the Hidenet World Reports
Business in Argentina was very soft in early May, and the local market was bad due to the inflation of the previous few months. Raw material prices were still creating difficulties for sellers. For instance, cows had reached a price that made them impossible to sell in China but also unprofitable to process in the domestic market. Packers therefore had to adjust the prices.
Wake up to personalisation: Luxury Cornish hotel sees doubling in direct bookings with tech
Hoteliers at the luxury Cornish hotel St. Michaels Resort were able to relax as they entered this summer season, thanks to a doubling in online direct bookings after partnering with the award-winning booking platform, Profitroom.