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LED illuminating fabric
February 14th, 2022
Kanvaslight® by Guardtex is an illuminating fabric that can be used in applications like bimini tops, seating, awnings and sunshades. Kanvaslight® by Guardtex is an illuminating fabric that can be used in applications like bimini tops, seating, awnings and sunshades. The UL-certified technology allows textile structures to be used as a broad lighting surface. The […]
Point of Rental moves into Canada
February 11th, 2022
Point of Rental is taking its relationship with its Canadian users to the next level: The company is establishing an official on-the-ground presence in Canada. Ben Sinclair, who joined Point of Rental in 2019 after more than a decade of experience working at his family’s rental store in Australia, moved to Canada on Jan. 10. […]
INDA moves IDEA to a two-year cycle and FiltXPO to every 18 months
February 11th, 2022
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced that IDEA® – the World’s Preeminent Event for the Nonwovens & Engineered Fabrics Industry – will be held every two years instead of three starting in 2024. The upcoming dates for IDEA® under the new schedule will be March 28-31, 2022, as currently scheduled, and then April 23-25, […]
Geocells for railway track beds focus of webinar
February 11th, 2022
Jie Han to present webinar hosted by GMA/Geosynthetics magazine on improving performance of ballast using geocells for railway track beds. Jie Han, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, will speak about using geocells for railway track beds in the webinar. The Geosynthetic Materials Association and Geosynthetics magazine will sponsor the webinar, “Use of Geocells to Improve Performance of […]
Precision textiles unveils sustainable FR solution for bedding
February 10th, 2022
As part of its ongoing commitment to develop sustainable products that meet the needs of its customers, Precision Textiles has launched a new product called PurLoft to help manufacturers meet consumer demand for natural, more sustainable mattresses. The inherent flame retardant properties of wool make it a very effective, eco-friendly solution for an FR barrier […]
TACO Metals and TACO marine move headquarters
February 10th, 2022
TACO Marine and TACO Metals have moved corporate headquarters to Miramar, Fla., after 34 years in Miami, Fla. The manufacturer, which specializes in fishing components and systems, as well as canvas work, tower components, helm chairs and pedestals and other specialty hardware, had pivoted to a largely work-from-home environment for administrative functions during the Covid-19 […]
NILIT accelerates sustainable innovation with new leadership
February 9th, 2022
NILIT, owner of the SENSIL® sustainable consumer brand, has announced organizational changes that reinforce the company’s commitment to creating a more sustainable position for the textile and apparel industry in the global marketplace. Sagee Aran will lead product development and commercialization initiatives and Michelle Lea has joined the company to direct worldwide marketing programs. The […]
IFAI offers Product Diversification and Networking workshop
February 9th, 2022
Industrial Fabrics Association International’s (IFAI) Product Diversification and Networking Workshop will be held on Feb. 23–24, 2022, at Sharp's Tarps Inc. in Salt Lake City, Utah. The workshop is an opportunity to connect with fellow fabricators in a variety of textile markets—industrial covers, marine products, RV skirting, awnings, truck covers and more at this product […]
Tensar technical seminar to feature Arkansas governor
February 9th, 2022
Gov. Asa Hutchison and Arkansas Department of Transportation Director Lori Tudor will address the impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) on state transportation projects at the Tensar technical seminar. Tensar International Corp.’s InterAx geogrid, a new product released in August 2021. Photograph courtesy Tensar International Corp. Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson and Director […]
Alternative stress cracking surfactants identified for HDPE geomembrane testing
February 9th, 2022
The Australian geosynthetics testing company ExcelPlas discusses the search for alternative stress cracking surfactants to the pollutant Igepal CO-630. Photograph courtesy Solmax Geosynthetics testing company ExcelPlas in Highett, Victoria, Australia, has identified two alternative stress cracking surfactants for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) geomembranes. Igepal™ CO-630, the non-ionic surfactant used in high-density polyethylene (HDPE) stress cracking bath, […]