Paradise Textiles unveils first garment made with bio-synthetic fiber from Kintra Fibers

November 8th, 2024

Paradise Textiles, the material science hub of Alpine Group based in Taiwan, announced it has partnered with Kintra Fibers, a bio-based fiber producer based in New York, N.Y., to create the first garment using Kintra’s proprietary bio-synthetic material. The lightweight jacket serves as a proof-of-concept, representing a step in Kintra’s journey toward commercial viability. The […]

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The Lenzing Group wins geotextiles award

November 8th, 2024

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries and owner of the TENCELTM brand, has won the Biodiversity and Water Award 2024, presented by Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana at the Sustainable Fashion Awards, for the development and use of a new generation of geotextiles made of biodegradable, […]

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eVent Fabrics hires Cathy Shao as innovation director

November 7th, 2024

Cathy Shao, eVent®️ Fabric's new innovation director. Image: eVent Fabrics eVent®️ Fabrics, a global supplier of waterproof and breathable fabric technologies based in Kansas City, Mo., announced the hiring of textile engineer and R&D expert Cathy Shao as its innovation director. This new position will helpincreasee the company's PFAS-free laminate offerings. Shao will develop next […]

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2023 U.S. full recreational boating report available

November 7th, 2024

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) annual U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available. The data presented in the latest 477-page report spans 2008-2023, outlining industry trends and shifts in market behavior. The included sections in the report are: Total Industry Sales by Category and State Powerboat Sales Trends Cruiser, Watersport, Fishing Boat and […]

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GMA Fall 2024 Update: Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA)

November 7th, 2024

This is a summary of the activities and involvement of the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) in the Build America, Buy American Act (BABAA) discussions over the past 2½ + years, since the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA aka BIL). The provisions of BABAA created difficult and unprecedented complications for the implementation […]

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What does ‘weathering of geomembranes’ mean?

November 7th, 2024

By Felon Wilson The term “weathering” on first glance appears to be straightforward. Most in the geomembrane industry consider it to narrowly describe sunlight or UV resistance only. In fact, testing and property specifications are often only from a sunlight exposure standpoint. But the effects of changing temperatures, precipitation, wind, etc. can be factors of […]

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AFFOA welcomes new board member, Eric D. Evans

November 6th, 2024

Advanced Functional Fabrics of America Inc. (AFFOA) announced the addition of Eric D. Evans, Ph.D., to its board of directors. The newest member of the board brings a vast knowledge of technology transfer and strategy, as well as national security and educational outreach. Evans served as the 11th director of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Lincoln […]

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New hurricane relief available for Florida small businesses

November 6th, 2024

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF), in collaboration with American Express, has announced a new Small Business Hurricane Recovery Grant Program to support Florida's small businesses affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This timely initiative provides critical financial relief to help businesses recover from recent challenges. Grant Details: Grant Amount: $5,000 per eligible business […]

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New AASHTO leadership elected

November 6th, 2024

The board of directors of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has elected Garrett Eucalitto as commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT), as its 2024-2025 president. The board also selected Russell McMurry as commissioner of the Georgia Department of Transportation, as its 2024-2025 vice president. Garrett Eucalitto Eucalitto previously […]

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Registration still open for MFA Great Lakes Regional Workshop

November 5th, 2024

Registration is still open for the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Great Lakes Regional Workshop being held Nov. 15-16, 2024, at Marine Tops Unlimited in Omro, Wis. The workshops will provide networking and hands-on education in a shop setting and will give fabricators an opportunity to see how other shops approach various projects as well as […]

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