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JLG Industries partners with RE2 Robotics
February 8th, 2022
JLG Industries, McConnellsburg, Pa., a global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, has established a developmental partnership with RE2 Robotics, Pittsburgh, a developer of intelligent robotic mobile manipulation systems. The collaboration is intended to advance the integration of robotics with access equipment to deliver improved operator safety and enhanced productivity on job sites. “Robotic […]
DITF Denkendorf wins “Cellulose Fiber Innovation of the Year” award
February 8th, 2022
For the second time, the nova-Institute for Ecology and Innovation honored outstanding scientific research that provides sustainable solutions for the cellulose fiber value chain at the "International Conference on Cellulose Fibers 2022". For their research results on the production of carbon fibers from wood, the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) was […]
IFAI webinar offers tech skills for “non-techy” people
February 8th, 2022
Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) is offering a webinar entitled “Technically Not a 'Techy' Person” on Feb. 16, 2022, from 1–2 pm EST. The webinar, which is free for IFAI members and $39 for non-members, is aimed at people who find themselves frustrated by technology and are looking for ways to make using it faster […]
Geogrid geocomposite saves 50% in installation time
February 8th, 2022
Freudenberg Performance Materials Holding SE & Co. KG released a new geogrid geocomposite aimed at increasing the efficiency of construction projects. EnkaGrid MAX C geogrid geocomposite. Photograph courtesy of Freudenberg Performance Materials Holding SE & Co. KG Germany-based Freudenberg Performance Materials launched EnkaGrid MAX C, a new geogrid geocomposite consisting of a reinforcing geogrid bonded […]
X-Rite announces Chris Brooks as president
February 7th, 2022
X-Rite Incorporated and Pantone LLC announce the appointment of Chris Brooks to the role of president, X-Rite. A seasoned leader with more than 20 years of general management, commercial, engineering and global operations experience, Brooks will lead the company’s innovation strategy into digital color platforms, cloud services, and connected hardware. “Digital technologies are transforming the […]
Magnetic attachment system
February 7th, 2022
Foam Anchor is a time-saving magnetic attachment system that is fitted within the foam layer of seat cushions and is invisible to the eye. Foam Anchor is a time-saving magnetic attachment system that is fitted within the foam layer of seat cushions and is invisible to the eye. The super-strong magnets connect cushions to benches […]
Landfill geosynthetics for abandoned Italian dump
February 7th, 2022
Landfill geosynthetics transform the abandoned dump near Cava De’Tirreni, Italy, into a green oasis in the heart of the Metelliana Valley. Installing landfill geosynthetics at the dump near Cava De’Tirreni, Italy. Photograph courtesy of Officine Maccaferri S.p.A. In 2018, a significant environmental recovery and securing plan began for the former municipal landfill for Cava de’ Tirreni, Italy, […]
ABYC Foundation creates first school marine trades accreditation program
February 4th, 2022
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation recently launched the first official Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP) for schools teaching marine service. MTAP is designed to ensure quality training that is aligned with industry needs, at both high school and post-secondary schools, ultimately creating a bigger and stronger pipeline for much needed entry-level workers. […]
Green Theme Technologies provides 100% PFOA/PFOS-free water-repellant treatment
February 4th, 2022
Green Theme Technologies Inc. (GTT) is launching a series of clean new products based on their dry-finishing EMPEL® platform. EMPEL delivers a water repellent DWR, anti-wicking and stain release treatment. Recent independent tests conducted by Bureau Veritas prove that EMPEL™ uses NO PFOA/PFOS in their chemistry to achieve its water-repellent fabric protection. EMPEL™ delivers a […]
Railway ballast geogrids focus of AREMA’s Tensar tour
February 4th, 2022
With railway ballast geogrids on their minds, AREMA Committee 1 members will tour Tensar International Corp.’s plant Feb. 8. Tensar railway ballast geogrids in place during construction of a rail line. Photograph courtesy of Tensar International Corp. American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) Committee 1 members will tour the Tensar International Corp. plant in Morrow, Ga., on Feb. 8 starting […]