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New York to receive $200 million in IIJA funding
November 4th, 2022
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced New York has received nearly $207 million in clean water funding awarded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA, or also known as Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) for water infrastructure improvements. This is the first installment of a total of nearly $427 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding […]
PRINTING United Alliance and AATCC to Present Digital Textile Printing Conference 2022
November 3rd, 2022
For the seventh consecutive year, PRINTING United Alliance and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) will jointly present the Digital Textile Printing Conference, taking place Dec. 7-8 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, North Carolina. With education led by industry experts, the Digital Textile Printing Conference connects leaders and innovators in […]
$703 million in national grant funding for port infrastructure
November 3rd, 2022
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced more than $703 million to fund 41 projects in 22 states and one territory that will improve port facilities through the Maritime Administration’s Port Infrastructure Development Program. The funding, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and additional Congressional appropriations, will benefit coastal seaports, Great Lakes ports and inland […]
AASHTO elects 2022-2023 president, vice president
November 3rd, 2022
The board of directors of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials has elected Roger Millar, secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation, as its 2022-2023 president during its 2022 Annual Meeting in Orlando. The board also elected Paul Ajegba, director of the Michigan Department of Transportation, as its 2022-2023 vice president. […]
Marine Fabrication Excellence Awards submission deadline extended
November 2nd, 2022
The 2023 MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards submission deadline has been extended to Nov 15, 2022. Fabrication Excellence Award Winners receive: •A featured spot in Marine Fabricator magazine •A personalized plaque and press release •Recognition on the MFA website New this year: •A new category called Transformations (Before & After) is meant for two or more […]
ATA webinar will discuss member benefits
November 2nd, 2022
A free webinar hosted by the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) on Nov. 9, from 1:00-2:00 pm ET, will discuss the ATA Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) 401k. This is an opportunity for ATA members and nonmembers to ask questions regarding the benefits of joining this MEP vs. what an organization’s current plan may offer. It is […]
2022 IAA geosynthetics project winners announced
November 2nd, 2022
The 2022 International Achievement Awards (IAA) winners were announced recently at the IFAI Expo in Charlotte, N.C. The winners were selected based on complexity, design, workmanship, uniqueness and function. “Award of Excellence” and “Outstanding Achievement Award” recipients were showcased at the expo and recognized at a celebration of achievement. Geosynthetics Project Winners The Geosynthetic projects […]
Manufacturing PMI At 50.2%
November 1st, 2022
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector grew in October, with the overall economy achieving a 29th consecutive month of growth, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®. The report was issued November 1st by Timothy R. Fiore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) Manufacturing Business […]
Tent Conference 2023
November 1st, 2022
Tent Conference is the leading event promoting the advancement of the commercial tent rental industry. This biennial event features: A robust educational component designed to grow businessesValuable networking opportunitiesAccess to the industry’s top material suppliers Suppliers will: Have access to a targeted customer base in a single locationStrengthen relationships with existing customersGain inside information on […]
International Achievement Award Winners Announced at IFAI Expo 2022
November 1st, 2022
In Stiches Customs won a 2022 IAA Award in the marine category for its Fountain of Youth project. Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announced the winners of the 2022 International Achievement Awards (IAA) at IFAI Expo 2022, Oct. 12-14, in Charlotte, N.C. ATA's goal with the IAA is to promote awareness of the specialty fabrics used […]