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DORNIER: Peter D. Dornier to join supervisory board, Andreas Kueckelmann to succeed Dornier on board of management
January 24th, 2024
From left to right: Andreas Kueckelmann, Peter D. Dornier and Franz-Peter Matheis. After 35 years in the company, including 25 years as managing director, Peter D. Dornier will hand over the operational management of Lindauer DORNIER GmbH on July 1, 2024 to join the supervisory board of the family-owned company. His successor as chairman of […]
2024 Minneapolis Innovation Award winners announced
January 24th, 2024
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) announced the winners of the 2024 Minneapolis Innovation Awards, recognizing groundbreaking new consumer marine products, at the Discover Boating® Minneapolis Boat Show held January 18-22. The Minneapolis Innovation Awards honor manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products in the boating industry to market […]
Mass loaded vinyl: The ultimate acoustic barrier solution
January 24th, 2024
Mass loaded vinyl (MLV) has revolutionized the field of acoustic barriers by providing an efficient and versatile solution for noise reduction. From homeowners seeking peace and quiet to commercial establishments aiming to minimize noise pollution, with its exceptional sound-blocking performance, ease of installation, and durability, MLV offers a cost-effective way to create quieter and more […]
IECA Annual Conference coming to Spokane Feb. 25-28
January 24th, 2024
This year's IECA Annual Conference promises to be a hub of knowledge and innovation for professionals dedicated to soil health and sustainable practices. It will be held February 25-28, 2024 in Spokane, Wash. and you can register here. Take a look at a few of the sessions focused on soil health: Evaluation of Erosion Control […]
Giltex LLC (Azerbaijan) joins ITMF as corporate member
January 23rd, 2024
Giltex LLC, a textile production company in Sumqayit, Azerbaijan, has joined the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) as a corporate member. The company operates a spinning factory, two weaving factories, two dyeing factories, a garment factory and a medical masks factory. “ITMF is delighted to welcome Giltex to ITMF. That for the first time a […]
Rekord Structures acquires BATLite
January 23rd, 2024
Agility and durability are the most essential qualities of a military operation shelter. These shelters must withstand harsh environmental conditions — everything from extreme heat to violent dust storms and snow banks, and be able to be quickly moved to new locations. Rekord Structures has acquired BATLite® (pronounced battle-light) to create a rapid deployable, turn-key, […]
Coral reef off southeast U.S. covers area larger than Vermont
January 23rd, 2024
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USDOT’s Buttigieg leads new materials panel at TRB
January 23rd, 2024
Pete Buttigieg, secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, recently helped moderate a session at the Transportation Research Board’s 2024 Annual Meeting in Washington D.C. regarding the development of new infrastructure materials to help “reinvent” roadways, airport runways, and railroad networks. Pete Buttigieg, secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Photo courtesy of TRB. “Our […]
In memoriam: Donald “Don” Michael Reinbolt
January 22nd, 2024
Former IFAI (now ATA) chairman Donald "Don" Michael Reinbolt of Temperance, MI, died at age 77 on Saturday, January 13, 2024. He was born on June 11, 1946, in Toledo, Ohio, and was the son of Charles M. and Mary Katherine (Hartley) Reinbolt. He married his high school sweetheart from Woodward High School, Suzanne Loemker, […]
High-performance perforated fabric
January 22nd, 2024
Top Gun™ Vision is a perforated version of Top Gun™ ultimate coated fabric that blocks almost 92% of light. Top Gun™ Vision is a perforated version of the award-winning Top Gun™ ultimate coated fabric. Blocking almost 92% of light, Top Gun™ Vision is an excellent choice when you want to let some light through or […]