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Milliken & Company acquires Encapsys LLC
October 18th, 2021
Milliken & Company has formally acquired Encapsys LLC, a world leader in microencapsulation, from the Cypress Performance Group LLC. The transaction officially closed October 18, 2021. “Moving the needle on sustainability requires big thinking and powerful collaborations. We’re thrilled to welcome Encapsys to Milliken,” says Halsey Cook, president and CEO for Milliken & Company. “Encapsys’s […]
Sticky snap and zipper cure
October 18th, 2021
Shurhold’s Snap-Stick provides long-lasting lubrication to sticky hardware. Shurhold’s Snap-Stick provides long-lasting lubrication that allows sticky hardware to perform like new. Made in the USA, it is non-toxic, biodegradable and it won't harm fabric or solid surfaces. Appropriate for metal and plastic zippers, snaps, hinges and other small marine hardware, the solid, wax-like formula applies […]
ASCE Geo-Institute issues Call for Abstracts for Geo-Congress 2023
October 18th, 2021
Winter shot of downtown Los Angeles with Mount Baldy in the background after a large snowstorm. Photograph by Alek Leckszas. Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Geo-Institute has issued a Call for Abstracts for the Geo-Congress 2023, to be held in Los Angeles, Calif., March 26–29, 2023. The […]
Maryland governor establishes outdoor rec office
October 15th, 2021
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced the state would establish an office of outdoor recreation (OREC) and the hiring of the first Executive Director, J. Daryl Anthony, according the National Marine Manufacturing Association website. In partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Department of Commerce, the establishment of an OREC will strengthen the coordination […]
Polartec and Browzwear launch first true-to-life 3D performance fabrics
October 15th, 2021
Polartec, a Milliken & Company brand, and premium creator of innovative and sustainable textile solutions, has announced a new partnership with Browzwear, a pioneer of 3D digital solutions for the fashion industry. A first for the brand, users will now be able to digitally design and create with Polartec’s performance fabric range. The fabric library […]
USUCGER launches Testing Innovation Fellowship Program
October 15th, 2021
Photograph courtesy Tensar Corp. The United States Universities Council on Geotechnical Education and Research (USUCGER) launched a new student Testing Innovation Fellowship Program aimed at transitioning geosynthetics-related research to American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM) standards and increasing student engagement in our professional organizations. The fellowship program will be jointly supported by the […]
NOAA seeks new members for Ocean Exploration Advisory Board
October 14th, 2021
NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) is seeking up to four new members for its Ocean Exploration Advisory Board, a federal advisory committee that advises the NOAA administrator on strategic planning, exploration priorities, competitive ocean exploration grant programs and other matters as requested. In addition to advising NOAA leaders, NOAA expects the board to play […]
There’s still time to register for GeoNashville
October 14th, 2021
Secure your spot today Photograph courtesy of Geosynthetics Ltd. GeoNashville 2021, Nov. 4–5, is only a few weeks away, and there is still time to get registered. This event is a great opportunity for professionals in the geotechnical industry to reconnect with their peers, exhibitors and the industry. What to expect at GeoNashville In-depth plenary discussionsOpen networking […]
NCTO issues statement following President Biden’s remarks on global supply chain crisis
October 14th, 2021
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued a statement following President Biden’s remarks on the global supply chain crisis and stressed the importance of investing onshoring and nearshoring. NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas: “We appreciate President Biden’s call to ensure we are building more resilient and reliable supply […]
Geosynthetics prevent floods and protect lives, livelihoods and property
October 14th, 2021
Geosynthetics, when designed into dikes, strengthen flood defenses. Photograph courtesy of the International Geosynthetics Society Changes in weather patterns are one of the principal effects of climate change. We are now seeing more extreme weather conditions. This has a huge impact on vulnerable communities living in low lying areas, who suffer change to land use […]