TEXTILES.ORG
NMMA January Monthly Shipment Report now available
April 3rd, 2024
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) January 2024 Monthly Shipment Reports (MSR) are now available to download. These reports track and analyze industry wholesale shipments using data from a control group of boat, engine and trailer manufacturers. Members can use the data to gauge industry activity, assess business performance and power business plans. The MSR […]
AASHTO names CKM vice chair
April 3rd, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has named Lorri Economy – chief learning officer for the Utah Department of Transportation – to a two-year term as vice chair of the organization’s Committee on Knowledge Management (CKM). Lorri Economy. Photo courtesy of Utah DOT. Economy has been a long-time active member of the CKM, […]
Two-part short course – Subgrade Preparation & Use of Geosynthetic Clay Liners for Flexible Geomembranes – April 9 & 10
April 3rd, 2024
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) is presenting a two-part Short Course on Subgrade Preparation & Use of Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs) for Flexible Geomembranes. The short course will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2024 12-1:30 pm CDT and Wednesday, April 10, 2024 12-1:30 pm CDT. The course is free, a 3.0 PDH is available and […]
Fashion for Good welcomes 10 companies to 2024 Innovation Program
April 2nd, 2024
Fashion for Good has announced the selection of 10 new innovators for its 2024 Innovation Program. The cohort is focused on novel footwear material and recycling technologies, manmade cellulosic and nylon recycling. The 2024 Innovation Program provides bespoke support based on the development stage and ambitions of each innovator, matching them with relevant industry partners […]
Interactive patch and keychain
April 2nd, 2024
Pacific Sportswear & Emblem Co., offers patented SmartPatch® technology, which allows brands and companies to connect directly with consumers. Pacific Sportswear & Emblem Co., which provides patches and emblems to apparel, promotional and textile-related companies, now offers patented SmartPatch® technology, which allows brands and companies to connect directly with consumers. Consumers use their smartphones to […]
Webinar – FHWA Low-Carbon Transportation Materials Program – April 4
April 2nd, 2024
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Low-Carbon Transportation Materials (LCTM) Program will host an informational webinar on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET. The purpose of the webinar is to provide general information on the LCTM program and to inform potential applicants on the application process and program requirements. Registration is required […]
Webinar -Alternative Closure Solutions to Traditional Soil and Geosynthetic Closure Systems– April 10
April 2nd, 2024
AGRU America is presenting the webinar - Alternative Closure Solutions to Traditional Soil and Geosynthetic Closure Systems – on April 10 at 1 p.m. EST. It is free for members and non-members, a PDH credit is available, and you can register here. Traditional systems using soil with a combination of geosynthetics have been the preferred […]
Navigating unexpected contaminants with your geomembrane system – Part 3
April 2nd, 2024
By Felon Wilson Unexpected contaminants coming in contact with an existing geomembrane system are real situations. In the final post of this series, three examples of situations that occurred will be presented, along with the project considerations and the outcome. In all three of these examples, the geomembrane did not require complete removal and replacement, […]
AATCC to host PFAS in Textiles Conference in May
April 1st, 2024
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to garner significant attention in textile manufacturing, given their prevalent usage in enhancing durable water repellency and stain resistance along with growing health and environmental concerns. As the discourse evolves, open collaboration among diverse perspectives is vital to making progress. AATCC will host the 2024 PFAS in Textiles Conference […]
FHWA offering $44 million in Active Transportation Grants
April 1st, 2024
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has opened applications for up to $44.5 million in funding for projects that will strengthen safety and improve bicycling, walking, and access to public transit in communities across the country. Photo courtesy of the Ohio DOT. The agency said that grant funding – which comes through its new Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment […]