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Trivantage launches Shades of Innovation seminar
January 30th, 2026
Image: Trivantage® Trivantage®, a supplier of fabrics and hardware in the shade industry, announced the launch of a shade sail educational event, Shades of Innovation. The first seminar is scheduled for March 5 in Los Angeles, Calif. For more information, visit trivantage.com/dallas-shades-innovation-2026. The event is the latest in a series of educational events presented by […]
Renson and Corradi North America appoint Michael Ackelbein as president
January 29th, 2026
Image: Renson/Corradi North America Renson, based in Carrollton, Texas, has announced the appointment of Michael Ackelbein as president of Renson and Corradi North America. Ackelbein brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in architectural products, building materials and multi-channel distribution. He most recently served as vice president of sales and distribution at Fräsch/Catalyst Acoustic […]
2026 Marine Fabricators Conference blends education and connection
January 29th, 2026
The 2026 Marine Fabricators Conference, which took place Jan. 8–10 at the Hyatt Regency in Savannah, Ga., combined practical education with deep connection among fellow fabricators. In total, 258 attendees and exhibitors attended the conference. Of those attendees, 59 attended the conference for the first time. Additionally, several new attendees from 2025 joined the Marine […]
In memoriam: Gene Rahll
January 28th, 2026
Eugene (Gene) F. Rahll, 97, Dalhart, Texas, died Jan. 7, 2026. Rahll launched rental operations on the East Coast and in Texas and is a member of the ARA Rental Hall of Fame. Rahll began his rental industry career in 1968 when he lived in the Baltimore area. He got started by opening an A to Z Rental Center franchise; by the early 1970s, he decided […]
Cincinnati Chamber acquires ColdIron Events and Rentals
January 28th, 2026
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber has acquired ColdIron Events and Rentals (ColdIron), a Cincinnati-based event production and equipment rental business. ColdIron, founded in 1983, has collaborated with the Chamber for nearly 30 years in support of well-known regional events. ColdIron produces eight community events each summer including wholly owned events like Bacon, Bourbon and Brew, Smoke on the River BBQ Fest and the Great Inland Seafood Festival. The Chamber said the aims of […]
Call for presentations open for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026
January 28th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is seeking speakers for Advanced Textiles Expo in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 3–5, 2026, and for the Emerging Technologies Conference on Nov. 2. Proposals are due Feb. 20. Presentation content categories Advanced Textiles Shade & Weather Protection Specialty Fabrics Marine Fabrication General Business Presentation types 25-Minute Show Floor SessionsConcise 25-minute sessions on […]
SMART, Goodwill partner with Textile Recovery Summit
January 27th, 2026
Image: Textile Recovery Summit Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles (SMART) and Goodwill have announced a partnership with the 2026 Textile Recovery Summit, taking place Feb. 23–25 in San Diego, Calif. For the first time, the Textile Recovery Summit will be co-located with the Plastics Recycling Conference and the Resource Recycling Conference. The 2026 Textile Recovery […]
Strong and compact
January 27th, 2026
CG3 Black non-FR Cover Guard® comes in a compact roll for reusability. Photo: Cover Guard CG3 Black non-FR Cover Guard® is made from recycled polyethylene and manufactured in the U.S. It offers puncture and tear resistance, water- and chemical-resistant properties, surface durability, and ease of installation. CG3 Black non-FR Cover Guard comes in a compact […]
Optimized fiber control
January 26th, 2026
The Uster AFIS 6 features 11 languages and an improved reporting package. Photo: Uster Technologies The Uster AFIS 6 provides critical data to optimize fiber process control for cotton, synthetic fibers and blended yarns. It achieves this by testing the material at each stage of preparation, from bale to roving. AFIS (short for Advanced Fiber […]
Reju announces site selection for first U.S. Regeneration Hub
January 26th, 2026
Image: Reju Reju, a textile-to-textile regeneration company based in Paris, France, announced that the company has selected the site for its first U.S.-based industrial facility, also known as a Regeneration Hub. The facility will be constructed in Rochester, N.Y., spanning 18.9 acres. The project will be subject to final investment decision by the board of […]