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Manifattura Fontana adds geotextiles production line
August 11th, 2022
Manifattura Fontana, one of the fastest growing geotextiles producers, is adding a complete neXline needlepunch line from Andritz for the production of geotextiles to its site in Romano d’Ezzelino, Italy. Start-up is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2022. This addition will make Manifattura Fontana one of the very few players in the […]
Archroma to acquire the Textile Effects business of Huntsman Corp.
August 10th, 2022
Archroma announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Textile Effects business from Huntsman Corp. Since its formation in 2013, through a series of mergers & acquisitions, as well as internal investments in R&D, manufacturing and service capabilities, Archroma has been building a comprehensive portfolio of solutions to serve the emerging needs […]
SOBA Education & Training Symposium kicks off Aug. 29
August 10th, 2022
The States Organization for Boating Access (SOBA) will be hosting the 2022 Education & Training Symposium in Cleveland, Ohio, August 29 - September 1. Online registration is now open. Symposium education topics include federal updates, industry partner updates, boating access, clean vessels act, engineering, infrastructure, clean boating, aquatic invasive species, clean marinas, non-motorized access as […]
Carpi Tech completes waterproofing with geomembrane on Santa Maria dam
August 10th, 2022
Carpi Tech, waterproofing specialists and contractors with geomembranes, has finalized the waterproofing work on the upstream face of Santa Maria cofferdam in Sinaloa, Mexico. The project was developed by Conagua (Comisión Nacional del Agua). Carpi Tech collaborated with ICA Ingenieros Civiles Asociados on the project. Photo courtesy of International Water Power & Dam Construction. The […]
Milliken & Co. expands yarn production
August 9th, 2022
Milliken & Company — a diversified global manufacturer innovating in the textile, chemical, floor covering and healthcare industries — recently acquired one of the Frontier yarn plants in Mayodan, N.C., from Gildan. This plant acquisition expands Milliken’s open-end yarn production for its protective fabrics, workwear, government and defense, industrial, and napery textile business units. “Investing […]
Marine Fabrication Excellence Awards open for entry
August 9th, 2022
The 2023 MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards is now open for entries. The deadline to submit projects is November 1, 2022. All MFA members will receive a code to allow one free entry if used by September 1. Fabrication Excellence Award Winners receive: •A featured spot in Marine Fabricator magazine •A personalized plaque and press release […]
Mosul Dam rehabilitation project named outstanding project award winner
August 9th, 2022
The winner of Deep Foundations Institute's 2022 Outstanding Project Award is the Mosul Dam Rehabilitation Project in Iraq, submitted by Trevi, S.p.A., the service foundation division of Trevi Group. The award will be presented at DFI’s 47th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations, October 4-7 in National Harbor, Md. The Mosul Dam on the Tigris River […]
Answers to your Supply Chain questions!
August 8th, 2022
CONNECT by ATA will be hosting an Ask Me Anything on Supply Chain Challenges event with Bill Rooney of Kuehne + Nagel Inc. on August 30! Get the answers to your supply chain questions from an expert at this live session on August 30 from 1-2pm EDT. Can't make it to the live session? Email […]
Recycled wool rug collection
August 8th, 2022
Nani Marquina’s Re-Rug collection uses excess wool accumulated by its suppliers, reducing “unmanaged waste” and CO2 emissions. Nani Marquina’s Re-Rug collection uses excess wool accumulated by its suppliers, reducing “unmanaged waste” and CO2 emissions. The collection is composed of 50% virgin wool and 50% reused wool dyed black and white, yellow or blue, green or […]
CE Rentals rebrands to Curated Events
August 8th, 2022
CE Rentals, Raleigh, N.C., has rebranded under a new name — Curated Events. Curated Events is a brand consolidation of CE Rentals’ six event rental companies located throughout the eastern United States; together, this consolidation will streamline operations and expand services. As of Aug. 1, 2022, the company will offer expanded event resources through its unification with […]