Sponsors and Exhibitors

2024 Sponsors & Exhibitors (2025 coming soon!)

Innovatec Microfibre Technology GmbH & Co. KG

Arxada

https://www.arxada.com/en

Arxada is a global science-based specialty chemicals business, headquartered in Switzerland.
Arxada offers a comprehensive portfolio of antimicrobial products and functional ingredients for the Professional Hygiene, Personal Care and Home Care markets.
Arxada’s Hygiene portfolio includes biocidal actives and its NUGEN® disinfectant solutions aimed at protecting the health of people and maintaining hygienic standards in professional environments such as hospitals, schools, food processing plants, homes and more. For European customers, the company offers a range of biodegradable and synthetic disinfectant wipes, dilutable concentrates and ready to use disinfectant formulations, as well as hand hygiene solutions.

Arxada offers a wide-ranging product portfolio for formulators across Personal Care and Home Care markets. These products include next-generation, broad-spectrum preservation systems and multifunctional Personal Care ingredients. Based on well-established, trusted chemistries with a focus on softer, natural ingredients, Arxada’s Personal Care products feature INCI-friendly composition and global acceptance.

AUTEFA Solutions

https://www.autefa.com/autefa-solutions-group

As a full-service provider of turnkey nonwoven lines and machinery, AUTEFA Solutions offers equipment for fiber opening and blending, carding, crosslapping, needle punching, thermobonding ovens, dryers, and spunlace machines. AUTEFA Solutions combines the technologies of the renowned companies AUTEFA, Fehrer, F.O.R., and Strahm. The partnership between AUTEFA Solutions, which offers innovative and energy-efficient spunlace technology, and PAMA Paper Machinery, experts in wetlaid technology for special paper applications, creates a perfect synergy. This collaboration enables our customers to produce sustainable products at competitive costs. Our focus is on delivering the highest productivity with low operating costs and maximum flexibility.

BW Converting

https://www.bwconvertingsolutions.com/

From paper to plastic, ink to textile, products to packaging, BW Converting changes things for the better.

We innovate, design, manufacture, and service precision machinery that unlocks manufacturing opportunities in Tissue, Hygiene, Print, Packaging, Mailing, Textiles and other high-performance Industrial applications.

Unifying our product brands Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), Baldwin Technology Co., Hudson-Sharp, STAX Technologies, and Northern Engraving and Machine under one global organization as part of the $3.6 billion Barry-Wehmiller Corporation, we help maximize global industry potential today and tomorrow.

Elsner Engineering Works, Inc.

https://www.elsnereng.com/

ELSNER has earned a worldwide reputation for leadership in the design and manufacture of a wide range of automated machinery and converting equipment for the paper, film, foil, and nonwovens industries.

Our promise to our customers is simple. We are always on the job for you. We will do whatever it takes to make your investment in our machines exceed your expectations. And we will treat your company and every individual who serves you with the honesty, integrity and respect that they deserve.

Fedrigoni

https://fedrigoni.com/

Founded in 1888 in Verona, Italy, Fedrigoni is today synonymous with excellence in the world of labels and self-adhesive materials, special papers for luxury packaging and other creative solutions, RFID/NFC. With almost 6,000 people in 29 countries and 80 plants including production sites, slitting and distribution centers, the Group sells and distributes more than 25,000 products in 132 countries. The Self-Adhesives division includes Arconvert, Manter, Ritrama, IP Venus, Acucote, Rimark, Divipa, Tageos, Unifol, SharpEnd and Poli-Tape; whereas The Special Papers division includes the Cordenons Group, the historic Fabriano brand, Éclose, Guarro Casas, Papeterie Zuber Rieder, Arjowiggins China, Mohawk and BoingTech. The US distributor GPA is also part of the Group.

Innovatec Microfibre Technology GmbH & Co. KG

InnovaWipe® has been well established for years in the automotive and electrical industry, in hygiene as well as in the food industry and is constantly further developed. With a hydrophilic or hydrophobic finish it is able to absorb a multiple of its own weight of liquids or oils. The tough, solvent-resistant and abrasion-resistant surface is perfectly suitable for cleaning, wiping and drying of smooth materials. InnovaWipe® is available with different embossing, square weights and colors.

Kind Cloth

KINDCLOTH™ is changing the DNA of the wet wipe with our water-dissolvable, biodegradable wet wipe technology. Addressing environmental challenges in wipe disposal, our solution offers guilt-free usage while supporting legislative efforts to reduce harmful plastic waste. KINDCLOTH™ is ideal for converters seeking sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives. Learn more at kindcloth.org.

Lenzing™ Nonwoven Technology

https://www.lenzing.com/

The Lenzing Group stands for ecologically responsible production of specialty fibers made from the renewable raw material wood. As an innovation leader, Lenzing is a partner of global textile and nonwoven manufacturers and drives many new technological developments.

The Lenzing Group’s high-quality fibers and the innovative LENZING™ Nonwoven Technology form the basis for a variety of applications for industrial applications like industrial and filtration, but also everyday care applications, such as household wipes, diapers, fem care products & beauty products.

The business model of the Lenzing Group goes far beyond that of a traditional fiber producer. Together with its customers and partners, Lenzing develops innovative products along the value chain, creating added value for consumers. The Lenzing Group strives for the efficient utilization and processing of all raw materials and offers solutions to help redirect the textile sector towards a closed-loop economy. In order to reduce the speed of global warming and to accomplish the targets of the Paris Climate Agreement and the “Green Deal” of the EU Commission, Lenzing has a clear vision: namely to make a zero-carbon future come true.

Normec OWS

https://normecows.com/

Normec OWS is a strictly independent laboratory with over 35 years of expertise in biodegradation, composting, and ecotoxicity testing. The state-of-the-art facilities, headquartered in Ghent, offer the largest capacity globally for comprehensive studies and analyses. Both labs in Ghent (BE) and Ohio (US) are recognized by all certification bureaus worldwide. As a one-stop lab for degradation and toxicity testing, Normec OWS offers flexible and customized top-notch services that meet international quality standards. Being an active member of several international standardization working groups, Normec OWS is at the forefront of new developments and trends and go-to partner for environmental testing and consulting needs.

Rockline Industries

www.rocklineind.com.

Rockline Industries was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Sheboygan, Wis. It is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of coffee filters and consumer, health care, industrial and institutional wet wipes. A family-owned company, Rockline has repeatedly created first-to-market product design solutions for the wet wipe consumer and continues to provide innovative products to the nonwovens industry. Rockline employs nearly 2,500 people worldwide and has manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin, Arkansas, New Jersey, Tennessee and England.

Kansan

http://www.kansanmak.com

Kansan, the world’s foremost wet wipe machinery manufacturer, has been delivering essential manufacturing solutions for every stage of wet wipe production for 32 years.
As innovation and experience center its corporate identity, Kansan creates game-changer technology to ensure the best performance and quality to meet and exceed tomorrow’s expectations.

Suominen Corporation

https://www.suominen.fi/

Suominen manufactures nonwovens as roll goods for wipes and other applications. Our vision is to be the frontrunner for nonwovens innovation and sustainability. The end products made of Suominen’s nonwovens are present in people’s daily life worldwide. Suominen’s net sales in 2023 were EUR 450.9 million and we have nearly 700 professionals working in Europe and in the Americas. Suominen’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Read more at www.suominen.fi.

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The GO Wipes Europe conference offers direct access to the most-connected individuals throughout the supply chain - facilitating honest and impactful discussions on the current state of the industry.

This conference presents the perfect opportunity for companies operating in this arena to increase their brand exposure and reach through extensive sponsorship and exhibition opportunities.

Direct association with Europe's only event dedicated to the wipes market
Stay one step ahead of the competition by completely submerging your brand with Smithers extensive network of industry contacts before, during, and after the conference, giving you maximum exposure 365 days of the year.
Conference passes included in your packages PLUS discounts on further conference passes for your colleagues.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, developments and opportunities in the wipes market by listening in on the expert presentations that matter to your business.
Tailored packages that are designed to enhance your brand's visibility and customer engagement during the event, ensuring your customers and prospects will have the best lasting impression of your company.

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