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NOAA forecasts another busy hurricane season
May 31st, 2022
Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting above-average activity for this year’s Atlantic hurricane season, the agency said in a statement. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center issued a forecast of 14 to 21 named storms and a 65 percent probability of an above-normal season, with a 10 percent chance of below-normal activity. […]
Multitasking whites and neutrals
May 31st, 2022
Ultrafabrics’ new collection of white and neutral vegan leather is called HUSH. Ultrafabrics’ new collection of white and neutral vegan leather is called HUSH. The collection includes more than a dozen whites and off-whites that are functional and easy to maintain. They explore the power of neutral colors in the built environment, and ensure durability, […]
INDA releases 2022 Nonwovens Supply Report
May 31st, 2022
Photo: © Kateryna Rykun, Dreamstime.com INDA, the Association of the Nonwovens Fabrics Industry, announced publication of the ninth edition of the annual North American Nonwovens Supply Report. Based on extensive research, producer surveys and interviews with industry leaders, the report provides an overall view of North American supply, including the key metrics of capacity, production […]
GSI Lifetime Predictions of Nonexposed and Exposed Geosynthetics webinar June 8
May 31st, 2022
Photograph courtesy of Solmax The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) will sponsor a webinar, “Lifetime Predictions of Nonexposed and Exposed Geosynthetics,” on June 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) member companies and their employees receive discounted rates on all GSI webinar and short course registrations. Learning objectives of the webinar Webinar […]
Retacell pre-certification testing completed
May 27th, 2022
Plastic/Fiberglass infused with Retacell®. No change in structure with a 1,600ºF blowtorch. Xeriant, Inc. (“Xeriant” or “The Company”), an aerospace company dedicated to Advanced Air Mobility and associated specialty chemicals and materials, has completed the critical pre-certification testing of its eco-friendly Retacell® flame retardant on synthetic fabrics, the most common of which are derived from […]
Sercel acquires Geocomp
May 27th, 2022
Photo courtesy of Geocomp Geocomp announced it is being acquired by Sercel’s Sensing & Monitoring Division. Sercel is a division of CGG of Paris, France. CGG is a global technology firm that supports clients in efficiently and responsibly solving complex digital, energy transition, natural resource, environmental and infrastructure challenges for a more sustainable future. With […]
Wilson College of Textiles partners with Baldwin Technology
May 26th, 2022
Zeis Textiles Extension (ZTE) at North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles announces its new working relationship with Baldwin Technology Co. Inc., utilizing its precision spray technology for chemical applications, TexCoat G4™, in the dyeing and finishing lab. This mutually beneficial relationship will enhance sustainability in the textile industry by reducing energy, water, chemicals […]
Trivantage announces 100% renewable electricity milestone for its facilities
May 26th, 2022
Trivantage®, a one-stop shop for fabrics, hardware, and accessories, has announced its use of 100% renewable electricity for its facilities. This achievement supports parent company Glen Raven’s global sustainability initiative. “This milestone represents our ongoing commitment to being industry leaders in reducing environmental impact,” says Steve Ellington, president of Trivantage. “We’re proud to power our […]
Abstracts due June 3 for IECA Annual Conference & Expo
May 26th, 2022
Kansas City is the site of the IECA Annual Conference and Expo 2023. There's just over a week left to submit abstracts for the International Erosion Control Association’s (IECA) Annual Conference and Expo 2023. The conference, February 5-8, 2023, in Kansas City, will be co-located with the 2023 Geosynthetics Conference. Attendees will have access to […]
New chemical recycling technology
May 25th, 2022
Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd., the Teijin Group’s fibers and products converting company, announced that it has developed a recycling technology using a new depolymerization catalyst to recycle colored polyester fibers without losing the quality of polyester fibers made from petroleum-derived raw materials. The new technology also lowers environmental load compared to conventional recycling. The technology […]