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AW Hainsworth hires Paul Dudley as head of engineering and sustainability
May 31st, 2024
Paul Dudley, AW Hainsworth's new head of engineering and sustainability. Image: AW Hainsworth AW Hainsworth, a Pudsey, U.K.-based fabric manufacturer and vertical woolen mill, has announced the appointment of Paul Dudley as its new head of engineering and sustainability. This newly created role will focus on shaping AW Hainsworth's engineering and sustainability strategy and fostering […]
FHWA announces deputy administrator
May 31st, 2024
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced Kristin White as FHWA deputy administrator. Ms. White has served as FHWA chief counsel since July 2023, playing a pivotal role in advising FHWA senior leadership and staff in advancing key FHWA programs and initiatives as part of President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Kristin White “Throughout her career, […]
INDA announces 2024 WOW Innovation Award finalists
May 30th, 2024
The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) announced the three finalists for the World of Wipes Innovation Award® (WOW). The WOW Innovation Award will be presented at the annual WOW International Conference, June 17–20, at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis in Minneapolis, Minn. The winner will be announced Thursday morning, June 20. The three […]
Women-focused events at Advanced Textiles Expo
May 30th, 2024
Advanced Textiles Expo®, being held from Sept. 24–26, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif, will include Women in Textiles women-focused events in addition to the many other networking, professional development and education events that will take place. Women in Textiles events will include a Women’s Networking Walk to connect with fellow industry professionals and the Women’s Leadership […]
Koerner announces GSI ascendancy plan
May 30th, 2024
One of the big announcements at the 5th Pan-American Conference On Geosynthetics (GeoAmericas 2024) in Toronto came from George Koerner who announced that he is stepping down as director of the Geosynthetics Institute (GSI) but is not retiring in 2025. “I’m transitioning but certainly not ending my duties,” Koerner said. “GSI is alive and well. […]
Renegade Plastics closes pre-seed investment led by SRH
May 29th, 2024
Renegade Plastics®, a sustainable coated fabrics manufacturer based in Green Bay, Wis., announced the closing of a pre-seed investment led by Schneider Resources Holding (SRH). The investment will help expand Renegade's team into new markets that are seeking a non-toxic and more sustainable alternative to vinyl-coated industrial fabrics. Established in 2021, Renegade Plastics is addressing the […]
Aztec delivers new tent architecture
May 29th, 2024
Aztec Tents, a provider and manufacturer of lightweight fabric structures, tents, canopies, and other durable fabric products, has begun delivery of the first Adena™ frame tents to the North American market. The Adena™, first conceptualized as a prototype tent display at the 2023 ARA Show in Orlando, FL, was built to highlight simple architecture in […]
Brunswick Corp. releases 2023 sustainability report
May 29th, 2024
Brunswick Corporation released its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting its actions in social and environmental responsibility. The company said it improved its performance from the previous year in reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption and water use, and attained zero waste to landfill status at a record number of locations. Brunswick reported the following highlights and accomplishments […]
Top 5 essential considerations for selecting the right geomembrane for your disinfection system – Part 1
May 29th, 2024
Geomembranes play a significant role in the water and wastewater industry. That industry is broad and large, and important to public health and the environment. This post will provide an overview of water/wastewater disinfection processes, and top considerations in geomembrane selection in those applications. XR-3 PW geomembrane baffle curtains for finished water storage tank at […]
Milliken & Company Included on 2024 Forbes Best Employers for Diversity List
May 28th, 2024
Milliken & Company, a global manufacturer based in Spartanburg, S.C., announced that it has been included on the Forbes list of Best Employers for Diversity 2024. The annual listing, comprised of 500 U.S.-based companies, recognizes employers across 27 industries who are prioritizing diversity-related best practices within their organizations. "At Milliken, we realize building and maintaining […]