Footwear Tech Pavilion Talks

August 28th at The NW Materials Show

10:00am – 10:25am
Carbitex – Unlocking the Full Potential of Carbon
Presented by: Junus Khan
Carbon fiber has gained popularity in footwear, especially in running shoes, due to its high stiffness and low weight, enhancing performance. This session will explore the evolving role of carbon, challenging traditional materials and uncovering innovations that could revolutionize the footwear industry across various applications.
10:30am – 10:55am

Huntsman – Get the Grip

Presented by: Stephane Peysson, Global Business Development Manager Elastomers – Huntsman
At the NW Materials Show, Huntsman will launch a gripping new soling development for the footwear industry. Dependable, durable, and developed with circularity in mind, the new portfolio of high performing thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) products will be of interest to footwear brands producing running, hiking and safety shoes. Join Stephane Peysson to find out more about Huntsman’s latest innovation and its potential to change the game in terms of grip in outsole applications. 
11:00am – 11:25am
Mateligent iDEAS – How Technology-Enabled Footwear Prevents Falling Among the Elderly
Presented by: Alexander York
A new smart footwear innovation from Mateligent iDEAS and Ducere Technologies, featuring sensor technology, has shown a 24% reduction in falls among the elderly, addressing a significant health concern that costs the U.S. $67 billion annually. Dr. York will present the development and effectiveness of this fall prevention solution.
2:30pm – 2:55pm
Futuresole Institute – Next-Generation Sole Design, Digital Development & Accelerated Innovation
Presented by: Viktor Taan
Integrating Advanced Digital Manufacturing, Imaginative Design Engineering, and Automation for Product & Supply Chain Excellence.
3:00pm – 3:25pm
EMD Electronics – THE MBOX
Presented by: Dominik Eisend
A collaborative approach to create meaningful CMF solutions for the creative industry. As everything is connected in this world the MBOX delivers 65 CMF design stories and samples from various fields such as product design, automotive, and fashion. 3 Trend stories enabling new ideas involving various technologies and plotting new aesthetics.
3:30pm – 3:55pm
Kornit Digital Europe GmbH – TBA