Atex. (2002 Expo in Print).Atex began operation in 1993 in Settala, Italy as a nonwoven non·wo·ven adj. Made by a process not involving weaving. Used of textiles. n. Material or a fabric made by a process not involving weaving. fabric producer that extruded thermoplastic A polymer material that turns to liquid when heated and becomes solid when cooled. There are more than 40 types of thermoplastics, including acrylic, polypropylene, polycarbonate and polyethylene. polymers through a technically sophisticated process. With a selected line of products, Atex has since then built a reputation for delivering quality and technically advanced products. Additionally, a second production site in Borgoticino, Italy, has not only increased Atex's capacity but also allowed it entry into new markets by producing microfibers, composites, elastic elastic Of or relating to the demand for a good or service when the quantity purchased varies significantly in response to price changes in the good or service. nonwovens and wipes. Atex spunbonded nonwovens are produced using its own precise technology based on multibeam extrusions. Atex currently exports a large percentage of its production, and, due to its global success, the company expects this trend to continue. As globalization globalization Process by which the experience of everyday life, marked by the diffusion of commodities and ideas, is becoming standardized around the world. Factors that have contributed to globalization include increasingly sophisticated communications and transportation increases, Atex will continue to share its nonwovens expertise with companies around the world. North and Latin America Latin America, the Spanish-speaking, Portuguese-speaking, and French-speaking countries (except Canada) of North America, South America, Central America, and the West Indies. have traditionally given Atex opportunities to expand its customer base for innovative products and solutions. Aware of the importance of these markets, Atex installed a state-of-the-art multibeam spunbond line in the U.S. in 2000. This expansion was only the first stage of the company's strategic plan to become one of the most diversified, private spunbond and nonwovens producers. In September 2002, Atex's third polypropylene polypropylene (pŏl'ēprō`pəlēn), plastic noted for its light weight, being less dense than water; it is a polymer of propylene. It resists moisture, oils, and solvents. spunbond line, a SX6 layer high tech equipment, will go into production in Settala (MI), and add another 12,000 tons/year to ATEX's capacity. Atex SrL Via C. Columbo 2 20090 Settala (MI) Italy Telephone: 39-02-952421 Fax: 39-02-95242010 www.atex-spun.com Atex Inc. 7600 West Park Drive Gainesville, GA 30504 Telephone: 39-536-7272 Fax: 770-536-7246 www.atex-usa.com |
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