In January 2016 the international RISE (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference) took place in New Orleans, USA. It is organized by the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) and provides the annual stage to present the prestigious RISE Durable Product Award. Products by Groz-Beckert, ITW Dynatec and Suominen made it to the finals: The nominees were the GEBECON felting needle by Groz-Beckert, the Ultra Strand Coating System by ITW Dynatec and Fibrella Lite by Suominen.