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GeoenvironMeet 2024 coming to Portland; abstracts deadline nearing
June 14th, 2023
GeoenvironMeet 2024, the 5th Specialty Conference on Geoenvironmental Engineering, which is the premier international specialty conference series in geoenvironmental engineering under the Auspices of the Geoenvironmental Engineering Technical Committee of the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Geo-Institute (ASCE GI), will be held in Portland, Ore. from September 8th through 11th, 2024. The conference venue will be the Hilton Portland Downtown. […]
CCI launches COTTON USA Mills Performance Index
June 13th, 2023
An essential new benchmarking tool for spinning mills launches today at ITMA 2023 that allows mills to evaluate their performance vis-à-vis others and definitively show the positive impact of U.S. cotton: the COTTON USA Mill Performance Index™. "The benchmarking capability of this tool from Cotton Council International (CCI) has the potential to transform a mill's performance," said […]
Call for candidates for ATA Division Advisory Board positions
June 13th, 2023
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) members and staff rely on engaged advisory boards to help guide programming and initiatives. ATA's Divisions and Groups have announced the following open board positions and are currently looking for applications to fill these spots: •ATA Canada, 4 openings; 2 renewals •Fabric Structures Association (FSA), 3 openings; 2 renewals •Emerging Technologies […]
WINFAB announces additional expansion of erosion control blanket production
June 13th, 2023
Willacoochee Industrial Fabrics (WINFAB), one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of geotextile and erosion control products, announces additional expansion of erosion control blanket production capacity, continuing on a path to grow production capabilities of WINFAB-branded products made in the United States. WINFAB headquarters in Nashville, Ga. “I am pleased to announce the latest expansion of […]
Wellness-focused upholstery fabric
June 12th, 2023
Culp’s new wellness-focused upholstery fabric collection for residential and commercial furniture, “CULP powered by Nanobionic®,” uses infrared technology. Culp’s new wellness-focused upholstery fabric collection for residential and commercial furniture, “CULP powered by Nanobionic®,” uses infrared technology to allows users to restore their bodies while relaxing. Nanobionic is a mineral-based coating that is applied as a […]
24/7 Events promotes Joelyn Caprine to GM
June 12th, 2023
24/7 Events announced the promotion of Joelyn Caprine to General Manager at their North Los Angeles operation. Caprine previously held the titles of Director of Sales, and Director of Operations within the company and is a notable name offering more than 10 years in the hospitality and event industry. Caprine holds certification as an Event […]
Inditex, Jeanologia develop Air Fiber Washer
June 12th, 2023
Inditex and Jeanologia have jointly developed Air Fiber Washer, the first industrial air system designed to extract microfibers during garment fabrication and thus reduce subsequent shedding in domestic laundering. Microfibers are small particles with a length of less than 15 millimeters that are shed from textiles, especially during initial domestic washes. This is one of […]
ENGEO receives 2022-2023 CalGeo Outstanding Project Award
June 12th, 2023
Each year, CalGeo puts the spotlight on the best geotechnical projects in the state with its Outstanding Project Awards. A panel of peers selects the year’s finest work in several categories, providing winners with the opportunity to share details of the project and offer an opportunity for everyone to learn exciting, innovative approaches to challenging […]
Carolina Beach dredging sediment to fill geotextile tubes for stable, natural shoreline
June 9th, 2023
Carolina Beach, N.C.’s lake dredge and stabilization project has started. The dredge will improve stormwater capacity and increase water quality, while providing a healthier ecosystem and improving aesthetics of the lake. Officials said the goal is to keep park amenities open during the dredge, as most construction will happen on the water side of the […]
Minnesota governor signs boater safety legislation
June 8th, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the Environment Budget bill (MN H.F. 2310) into law on May 24. The legislation contains a boater safety education provision that promotes responsible and safe boating practices. The bill reinforces the state's commitment to promote safe and responsible boating practices and has long been supported by the recreational boating and […]