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Unifi Inc., yarn manufacturers launch YarnProof initiative
October 14th, 2026
Image: YarnProof™ Unifi Inc., together with polyester filament yarn manufacturers across North and Central America, has launched YarnProof™, an industry-wide initiative designed to provide immediate, physical verification of polyester filament yarn origin throughout the supply chain. YarnProof, powered by FibreTrace® technology, embeds an invisible and permanent tracer into polyester filament yarn during extrusion. The tracer […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 digital guide now available
October 13th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association released the digital edition of the Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 Show Guide, detailing everything attendees need to know about this year's show in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 3–5. The guide features the show's full education schedule, including the Emerging Technologies Conference Nov. 2, in addition to information about exhibitors and products, show floor […]
Classic marine color
October 13th, 2026
SG fabrics come with a soft backing for an extra level of scratch and scuff protection. Photo: WeatherMAX® The WeatherMAX® Surface Guard (SG) outdoor fabric line has added Captain Navy as a new color to its portfolio. The SG collection is a versatile, classic option for marine and outdoor applications, resisting water and UV rays. […]
Call for speakers for 2027 Women in Textiles Summit
October 12th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) has issued a call for speakers for the 2027 Women in Textiles Summit, taking place April 5–7, 2027, in Austin, Texas. ATA is seeking speakers to present fresh perspectives and ideas on topics such as personal and professional development, career and business growth, and technology and manufacturing. Proposal submissions Speakers must […]
Humberto Medrano joins Herculite as Southwestern regional sales manager
October 12th, 2026
Image: Herculite Products Inc. Herculite Products Inc. announced that Humberto Medrano has been hired as regional sales manager covering the Southwest to develop and grow relationships with end product manufacturers and related sales personnel for all awning and marine brands. Medrano holds a Bachelor of Science in electronic engineering from DeVry University. He has more […]
2026 National Boating Safety Award winners announced
October 12th, 2026
The Sea Tow Foundation™, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing boating-related accidents and fatalities, in partnership with its Boating Safety Advisory Council, announced the winners of the 2026 National Boating Safety Awards. Now in its eighth year, the awards recognize outstanding efforts within the recreational boating industry that promote safe and responsible boating to help […]
Fasnap Corp., SUREFAS announce agreement for U.S. market partnership
October 9th, 2026
Image: Fasnap Corp. Fasnap Corp., a supplier of fasteners, attaching equipment and related products, announced that it has reached an agreement in principle with SUREFAS to introduce and distribute the Q-SNAP, PERFIX, CAF-316 and CAF-COMPO product lines in the U.S. The proposed partnership combines SUREFAS’ innovative product portfolio with Fasnap’s established U.S. sales, distribution and […]
Registration open for 2027 Pitch to the Pack competition
October 8th, 2026
Awardees of the inaugural Wells Fargo Pitch to the Pack competition in 2025. Image: NC State/Wilson College of Textiles Registration is now open for the 2027 Wells Fargo Pitch to the Pack competition. The competition is open to all entrepreneurs working in a textile-based business, with opportunities to win cash awards and sponsorships for prototyping […]
AATCC opens registration for 2027 Proficiency Testing Program
October 7th, 2026
Image: AATCC The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) has announced that registration is open for its 2027 Proficiency Testing Program (PTP). The AATCC Proficiency Testing Program enables laboratories to benchmark their performance against peer laboratories using standardized materials and established test methods. Each participating laboratory receives: Standardized test specimens and detailed instructions […]
FSA and PAMA accepting independent nominations for board member positions
October 7th, 2026
The Fabric Structures Association (FSA) and the Professional Awnings Manufacturers Association (PAMA) of Advanced Textiles Association have announced that the nominations committees have chosen the individuals recommended to fill the open board positions. There is, however, still an opportunity for additional candidates to be considered. Those interested can submit an independent nomination to ATA through […]