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Trivantage promotes Brett Baird to vice president of sales
December 13, 2023
Trivantage®, a specialty fabrics distributor, announced the promotion of Brett Baird to vice president of sales. In his new role, Baird will lead the commercial sales team with an emphasis on enhancing the customer experience. “At Trivantage, we always strive to give our customers what they need, when they need it,” said Baird. “My goal […]
2024 Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Award winners announced
April 26, 2024
The winners of the 2024 Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards have been announced. A total of 15 winners in eight categories received awards for their research, new products, processes or technologies in sectors such as aviation, automotive, medicine and construction. “Innovations in the textile industry enable completely new solutions for innumerable applications. New materials, processes […]
Webinar for open discussion on EPDs and low-carbon materials – May 8
April 26, 2024
All public agency staff such as state DOTs, cities, and federal agencies (including consultants and academics working directly with a public agency) are invited to participate in the next Community of Knowledge (COK) Webinar on Wednesday, May 8th at 2 p.m. ET. During the webinar, participants will explore how transportation agencies can use environmental product […]
Webinar – Remote Sensing for Cover Integrity or Methane Emissions – May 9
April 26, 2024
The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) is presenting a live webinar - Remote Sensing for Cover Integrity or Methane Emissions – on May 9, 2004 at noon CDT. Pre-recorded sessions are also available: May 10, 2024 at Noon AEST (Pre-recorded - Australia) May 10, 2024 at Noon CAT (Pre-recorded - South Africa) May 13, 2024 at […]
EMPEL textile finishing expands into Korea with Hwasung International
April 25, 2024
Green Theme Technologies (GTT), suppliers of the EMPEL® water-free and PFAS-free textile finishing platform, announced a partnership with Korean-based Hwasung International, global textile provider. Hwasung International is the first Korean mill to offer EMPEL technology. "Traditionally, the use of sustainable textile finishes such as water repellency, anti-wick and stain release meant a loss of performance. […]
Georgia boat livery liability legislation heads to governor’s desk
April 25, 2024
The Georgia House of Representatives unanimously approved the Senate Substitute for House Bill 994 that addresses liability issues related to boat rentals, leases and charters. Under HB 994, when someone rents, leases, or charters a vessel and operates it negligently, they would be responsible for any resulting injuries or damages. The bill offers protection for […]
HUESKER geogrids used to create waste-free waterfront barrier
April 25, 2024
Guanabara Bay is one of the most important coastal regions right on the Sugarloaf Mountain – a densely populated area where the population of Rio de Janeiro, which tends to have lower incomes, live. Among them are many residents who depend on fishing for their livelihood. This is an increasingly difficult undertaking, as mountains of […]
Former longtime SP Associates owner Gabe Hill dies
April 24, 2024
Gabe Hill, who spent 60 years in the textile industry–including 43 at SP Associates in Charlotte, N.C.–died April 13, 2024 in Abbeville, S.C. He was 89. Hill was owner and general manager of SP Associates, a well-known textile, nonwovens and apparel placement firm, before his retirement in 2017. "f you’ve been in a part of […]
MRAA video series offers marine industry insights
April 24, 2024
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces a new video series with prominent marine industry leaders called MRAA Partner Perspectives that shares insights about the business of boating and the recreational boating markets they serve. The Partner Perspectives videos feature candid Q&A-style interviews with boat manufacturers, suppliers and service providers that exhibited at […]
FAA awarded $148.3 million for airport projects
April 24, 2024
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $148.3 million for 73 airport-related infrastructure projects in 28 states and Guam. These projects are funded exclusively under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, which provides about $15 billion in total funding with $3 billion available annually for five years. “The […]
Jones Family of Companies announces growth, new developments
April 23, 2024
The Jones Family of Companies, headquartered in Humboldt, Tenn., announced several new company developments. Ralph Jones III, CEO and chairman of the company’s board—and the third generation of family leadership of the company—has reinvested in the company by becoming its majority shareholder. “Jones has been in my family for nearly nine decades,” he says. “It […]
ATA offers succession planning webinar
April 23, 2024
ATA will offer a webinar that gives an overview of succession planning for business families May 8, 2024, at 1–2 pm ET. The webinar is free for ATA members and is $39 for nonmembers. Webinar attendees will get ideas about the succession planning process and learn techniques for having effective discussions with family members about […]
Webinar – Building Infrastructure Resilience Against Extreme Weather Events – May 7
April 23, 2024
Presto Geosystems presents the webinar - Building Infrastructure Resilience Against Extreme Weather Events – on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 11 a.m. CDT. The presenter is Sam Justice, PE, a 1.0 PDH credit is available, and you can register here. Extreme weather events are increasingly challenging the endurance of our built environments. Aged or subpar […]
Addressing geomembrane ‘whales’: Preventive strategies with Hydranet
April 23, 2024
Layfield Geosynthetics is a trusted problem-solving partner in the geomembrane community. Clients rely on them when they encounter issues such as geomembrane liners floating near or above the surface of containment ponds, commonly known as “Whales” or “Hippos.” These occurrences are often a result of water or gas collecting under the geomembrane, causing it to […]
FabricLink Network announces development of The Textile Gateway
April 22, 2024
The FabricLink Network (FLN), a textile education resource consisting of the websites FabricLink and The Technical Center, announced it is working with leaders in the textile industry to create The Textile Gateway, an online platform to introduce current students to the industry. The website is set to launch in the summer of 2024. “The mission […]
New interior fabric collection
April 22, 2024
Bernhardt Textiles’ Coveted collection features a unique mixture of textured fabrics in a broad spectrum of colors. Bernhardt Textiles’ newest collection, Coveted, features a unique mixture of textured fabrics in a broad spectrum of colors that combine beauty, practicality and durability, making it an excellent addition to any interior space. The collection comprises four different […]