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ATA Japan announces 30th Anniversary Celebration and Networking Event
June 11th, 2024
The Advanced Textiles Association Japan (ATA Japan) announced its 30th anniversary. To celebrate, ATA Japan will host a 30th Anniversary Celebration and Networking Event on July 18, 2024, at Hotel Hankyu International in Osaka, Japan. This milestone marks three decades of innovation, collaboration and growth within the advanced textiles industry. Event details Date: Thurs., July […]
Women in Textiles Summit dates and location chosen
June 11th, 2024
The next Advanced Textiles Association Women in Textiles Summit experience will take place Mar. 31–Apr. 2, 2025. The event will be located at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City and will include exclusive tours, engaging networking and brand new content all taking place within the backdrop of the “Big Apple.” For […]
Solmax president and CEO stepping down, company gearing up for new growth cycle
June 11th, 2024
Over the past 40 years, Quebec-based Solmax has established itself as the global leader in geosynthetic products. Over that time, geosynthetics have grown into an essential material for constructing sustainable infrastructure. Today, Solmax stands as a robust company, poised for a new cycle of growth. In this spirit, Solmax has set ambitious targets, adopting a […]
2024 Global Fiber Congress and Innovation Days announced
June 10th, 2024
The 63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) and the 4th Innovation Days will take place from Sept. 11-13, 2024 at the Kulturhaus Dornbirn in Dornbirn, Austria. In addition to advances in the topics of fiber innovations, circular economy and sustainability, the focus this year will be on advanced technologies in the energy sector. Event highlights: […]
Non-fluorinated moisture barrier
June 10th, 2024
Stedair® Clear™ from Stedfast and offered through the PPE manufacturer Fire-Dex, is the first non-fluorinated moisture barrier option for firefighter turnout gear. Stedair® Clear™ from Stedfast and offered through the PPE manufacturer Fire-Dex, is the first non-fluorinated moisture barrier option for firefighter turnout gear. The new barrier meets and surpasses NFPA 1971 test requirements. It […]
GEOWEB Slope Protection System: Surface slide repair of dam
June 10th, 2024
Lake Overcup, located north of Morrillton in Conway County, Ark., is a hidden gem for fishing enthusiasts. Notorious for its crappie honeyholes, this lake not only attracts avid anglers, but also big game hunters, bird enthusiasts, and those just seeking a serene and tranquil retreat. On the 1,025-acre lake rests the Overcup Dam, a mile-long […]
INDA releases 2024 Nonwovens Supply Report
June 7th, 2024
The Association of the Nonwovens Fabrics Industry (INDA) announced the publication of the 11th edition of the annual North American Nonwovens Supply Report. Based on extensive research, producer surveys and interviews with industry leaders, the report provides a comprehensive view of the North American supply of nonwoven materials including the key metrics of capacity, production and […]
TRI Environmental acquires Laboratorium IBB, opens TRI Europe
June 7th, 2024
TRI Environmental, Inc. (TRI), a global leader in geosynthetic and geosynthetic system testing, announces the acquisition of Laboratorium IBB, and has opened as TRI Europe. This strategic move bolsters TRI’s commitment to excellent customer service that is responsive to the European region, maintains the highest quality in geosynthetic testing services, and offers a broad technical […]
NOAA grant program will invest in marine technology to prevent whale vessel strikes
June 6th, 2024
The White House announced $6 million in Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding for the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to support grants for projects that develop technologies to minimize the risk of vessel strikes to the endangered North Atlantic right whale population and other marine mammals. The grant announcement comes at a time when […]
Value Vinyls Inc. promotes Marc Shellshear to president
June 6th, 2024
Marc Shellshear, Value Vinyls Inc. new president. Image: Value Vinyls Inc. Value Vinyls Inc., a specialty textiles and fabrics provider based in Grand Prairie, Texas, announced the promotion of Marc Shellshear to president. Shellshear brings over 30 years of extensive experience in operations, sales and marketing across multiple industries including specialty textiles, fabric and shade […]