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Canada’s boat builders brace for federal government’s proposed ‘luxury tax’
February 3rd, 2022
The Canadian government’s proposed luxury tax on new boats valued at CA $250,000–originally scheduled to take effect January 1, 2022–is expected to be fully implemented in the weeks to come, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) website. A spokesperson for Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland confirmed recently that the government will release draft […]
PEAK Event Services announces Zachary Zasloff as vice president of operations
February 3rd, 2022
PEAK Event Services, a tent and event rental provider in the Northeast, announced today that it has named Zachary Zasloff as vice president of operations - core division. Zasloff will be responsible for all core operational functions for the business, which includes overseeing three facilities located within New England (Woburn and Stoughton, MA, and Middletown, […]
Coloreel enters new partnership with TechnoProgress in Italy
February 3rd, 2022
Coloreel, with its unique technology for on-demand digital dyeing of textile thread for more sustainable and creative embroideries, closed a new distribution deal with specialized digital printing solutions provider TechnoProgress in Italy. The first step includes sales of one unit of Coloreel’s instant thread coloring equipment to TechnoProgress. “TechnoProgress opens additional doors for Coloreel in […]
Geocomposite solution for container park in Mauritius
February 3rd, 2022
TenCate Geosynthetics EMEA stabilized the platform for the Mauritius Container Terminal (MCT) with the geocomposite solution, TenCate Rock PEC 55-55. The TenCate Rock geocomposite solution optimizes the subbase at the Mauritius Container Terminal (MCT), allowing a reduction in the 1.3 foot (400 mm) thick subbase layer to 0.8 feet (250 mm). Photograph courtesy of TenCate […]
Mexican craft-inspired fabric collection
February 3rd, 2022
Ultrafabrics’ Uf Select is a North American-made animal-free performance fabric collection that offers three different lines of soft and creative fabric textures and colors. Ultrafabrics’ Uf Select is a North American-made animal-free performance fabric collection that offers three different lines of soft and creative fabric textures and colors inspired by traditional Mexican handicrafts. Lino emulates […]
Archroma launches new eco-friendly softener
February 2nd, 2022
Siligen® EH1 is the latest addition in the plant-based innovations developed by Archroma in recent years, such as EarthColors® dyes and Appretan® NTR binders, as alternatives offered to manufacturers and brands looking to reduce the use of fossil fuel based ingredients without compromising performance. More than 35% of the Siligen® EH1 softener's active content is […]
Anchor & Pvilion partner to provide solar power to tent rental industry
February 2nd, 2022
Anchor Industries has partnered with Pvilion to introduce solar power to the tent world utilizing a heavy duty portable solar canopy and battery. The product was showcased at the IFAI Tent Expo in Daytona, Fla. in January 2022. Adding solar panels to event tents removes the need for diesel generators. Founded in 1892, Anchor Industries […]
Geosynthetic grain pile cover system secures grain storage
February 2nd, 2022
Raven Engineered Films' advanced geosynthetic grain pile cover strapping system secures covers, providing long-lasting protection against wind and weather. Custom-fabricated to fit piles of any shape and size, Raven Engineered Films’ DuraCinch Strapping System is designed to secure grain covers in extreme elements, providing greater and longer-lasting protection for major grain pile storage. Photograph courtesy […]
IFAI board chair Amy Bircher hosts “Ask Me Anything” on IFAI Connect
February 1st, 2022
Amy Bircher tackled questions on labor shortages, supply chain issues and other industry challenges. New IFAI Board Chair Amy Bircher was recently featured in the January issue of Specialty Fabrics Review, but she also participated in an “Ask Me Anything” session on the IFAI CONNECT forum. She fielded questions on a number of topics ranging from […]