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Reolite receives U.S. EPA, FDA registration for antimicrobial powder technology
November 11th, 2025
Image: Reolite Inc. Reolite Inc., a subsidiary of Robin K. International Inc., announced that the company has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration for a dual-ion (silver + zinc) antimicrobial powder technology. The technology also received U.S. Food and Drug Administration registration, allowing it to be used in medical gowns and hospital textiles. In South […]
Indoor/outdoor holiday vibes
November 10th, 2025
Both patterns are designed with no antimicrobials, no flame retardants, no PFAS and no PVC. Photo: Designtex/Anne Deppe Two of Designtex’s new fabrics, Racetrack and Emblem, use high-contrast stripes and small checks, respectively, to emanate an Italian holiday atmosphere. Racetrack is made with 46% solution-dyed acrylic, 36% polyethylene and 18% polyester; it is available in […]
2025 International Achievement Award winners announced
November 10th, 2025
Advanced Textiles Association® has announced the winners of the 2025 International Achievement Awards (IAAs). These winners represent the best in specialty fabrics and technical textiles from around the world, showcasing innovation and excellence driving the industry. This year’s awards drew more than 130 entries across 46 categories, with winners chosen for their complexity, design, workmanship, […]
All About Events partners with Willow and Oak Estate
November 6th, 2025
All About Events, Paso Robles, Calif., has partnered with Willow and Oak Estate to provide rental equipment and coordination services for weddings held at the 65-acre venue. Available items include furnishings, catering equipment and dining accessories. Willow and Oak Estate can accommodate up to 22 overnight guests and 200 wedding and reception guests. The property […]
Sciessent NOBO anti-odor technology receives U.S. patent
November 6th, 2025
Image: Sciessent Sciessent announced that its NOBO® anti-odor technology has been awarded U.S. Patent No. 12,435,295 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent covers the anti-odor technology for fabrics, textiles, and related articles of manufacture. This is the company's second patent. NOBO is a water-based, polymer-forming composition that provides durable, long-lasting odor control […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Show Stoppers winners announced
November 5th, 2025
The winners of the 14th annual Show Stoppers Awards program were recently announced at the 2025 Advanced Textiles Expo® in Indianapolis, Ind. The Show Stopper Awards are designed to recognize the most popular new products each year from Advanced Textiles Expo exhibitors. The awards acknowledge the newest, most innovative, useful and exciting, effective, efficient and […]
Year-over-year boat sales declined 8.9 percent in July
November 5th, 2025
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary in later October, covering data through July 2025. Year-to-date, new powerboat retail unit sales declined 8.9 percent compared to the same seven-month period in 2024, totaling 162,813 units. Over the rolling 12-month period from August 2024 through July 2025, total powerboat sales […]
FabricLink Network and AFFOA announce partnership
November 4th, 2025
Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) and The Textile Gateway by the FabricLink Network (FLN) have partnered to advance careers and technical education in the textile industry. “Fueling interest among the next generation is essential to preserving and advancing this industry,” says Robert Finnegan, head of education and workforce development at AFFOA. “TheTextileGateway.org program is […]
2025 MFA regional workshops provide hands-on education
November 3rd, 2025
The 2025 Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) regional workshops offered practical advice that fabricators could bring back to their businesses from an engaging lineup of speakers. The Southwest regional workshop was held Sept. 12–13, 2025, at Paul’s Custom Canvas in Denver, Colo., and the Great Lakes / Northeast Regional Workshop was held Oct. 3–4, 2025, at […]
Comfortable, durable stretchers
November 3rd, 2025
NP Adjust ST™ features self-adjusting foam-filled air cells that respond to patient weight and movement. Photo: Agiliti The NP Line™ is compatible with most acute care stretchers. All three support surfaces are built with a breathable, four-way stretch top cover fabric and RF-welded seams. NP Adjust ST™ features self-adjusting foam-filled air cells that respond to […]