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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 […]
Archroma and Lameirinho announce partnership to deploy InOneGO
September 15, 2026
Image: Archroma Archroma, a specialty chemicals provider, and Lameirinho, a home textiles manufacturer based in Portugal, have announced a collaboration to bring InOneGO by Archroma, a new single-step dyeing process, into commercial production. Lameirinho’s first InOneGo bedlinens collection is now available worldwide. InOneGO by Archroma is a continuous dyeing process that combines coloration, fixation and […]
A tough grip
September 15, 2026
Polyester 300D Slip-Not is abrasion-resistant and durable, and the textured surface is designed to improve stability without compromising flexibility or ease of maintenance. Photo: Eastex Products LLC Polyester 300D Slip-Not is a woven polyester fabric with a specialized anti-slip dot coating engineered to deliver up to 3.2 times greater grip and traction than low-friction fabrics. […]
Lectra strengthens partnership with Caron Technology
September 14, 2026
Image: Lectra Lectra, a technology company based in Paris, France, has announced the strengthening of its industrial alliance with Caron Technology, an Italian company founded in 1993 that specializes in preparation systems operating before the cutting process. To support this new phase of development, Lectra acquired 70% of Caron Technology’s equity in August for €1.9 […]
Trivantage appoints James Dillport outside sales representative
September 11, 2026
Trivantage, a supplier of specialty fabrics, hardware and accessories, has announced the appointment of James Dillport as an outside sales representative serving Missouri, Indiana, Tennessee, Kentucky and Arkansas. Dillport brings 10 years of industry experience to Trivantage. In his new role, Dillport will help customers navigate products, applications and emerging innovations. “Building strong relationships and […]
Aggreko files for US IPO
September 10, 2026
Proper placement and installation of power generators ensures safety for installers, technicians and event attendees. Photo courtesy of Aggreko. Aggreko, a U.K.-based global supplier of energy, power and temperature control products, has publicly filed a registration statement on Form F-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to a proposed initial public offering […]
Party Reflections acquires Snyder Event Rentals
September 10, 2026
When working on golf events, Party Reflections focuses on creating impressive structures designed for spectators’ comfort and safety. Photo courtesy of Party Reflections. Party Reflections, based in Charlotte, N.C., has acquired Snyder Event Rentals, marking the company’s expansion into the Charleston, S.C., market. Party Reflections has served clients across the Carolinas since 1958; Snyder Event Rentals […]
2027 MFA Fabrication Excellence Award submissions due Sept. 30
September 10, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) and the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) announce that submissions for the 2027 MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards are due Sept. 30. This awards program is exclusively open to Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) members. From design excellence to quality workmanship, MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards showcase projects that represent the breadth of the industry. […]
Fayetteville Technical Community College, North Carolina Military Business Center announce executive leadership transition
September 10, 2026
Image: NCMBC Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) announced a succession of executive leadership. Scott Dorney, the organization’s founder and executive director since 2004, will transition leadership responsibilities to Martin J. “Jimmy” Hendrix III, who will assume the role of executive director effective Oct. 1. Since opening in 2005, the […]
ATA announces volunteer award winners, call for board candidates results
September 9, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announced the 2026 recipients of the Outstanding Volunteer Award and the results of the call for board candidates at the Annual Meeting and Advanced Textiles Expo Preview webinar, Sept. 9. Outstanding Volunteer Award winners The Outstanding Volunteer Award program was created in 2012 and recognizes a handful of dedicated ATA volunteers, […]
Cone Denim announces strategic transformation, plans exit from China manufacturing
September 8, 2026
Image: Cone Denim Cone Denim has announced strategic transformation plans designed to better serve the global denim fabric market. The plans include strengthening Cone Denim’s focus on its established manufacturing platform in Mexico and the planned exit of denim manufacturing operations in China by the end of 2026. “We are positioning Cone Denim for its […]
High-performance sailing
September 8, 2026
SPX Balanced Sailcloth is built with high-tenacity polyester yarns and tightly woven for integrated UV protection. Photo: Bainbridge International SPX Balanced Sailcloth is designed to provide performance, durability and value through a balanced construction with near-parity strength in warp and fill. Built with high-tenacity polyester yarns and tightly woven for integrated UV protection, it offers […]
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill passes PFAS bill
September 2, 2026
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed bill S1281 into law Aug. 27. The law prohibits the sale, manufacture and distribution of apparel and diaper products containing intentionally added PFAS beginning in 2028. Apparel The bill defines "apparel" as: Clothing items intended for regular wear or formal occasions including, but not limited to, undergarments, shirts, pants, […]
Lafuente Sign & Awning opens new headquarters, production facility
September 2, 2026
Image: Lafuente Sign & Awning Lafuente Sign & Awning opened its new headquarters and production facility in Peabody, Mass., Aug. 25. The move was led by Andrew Lafuente, the company's founder and principal. The expanded Peabody headquarters replaces the company’s former dual-floor layout with a single-level, linear production flow, enabling a more streamlined, assembly-style process. […]
Point of Rental unveils new brand
September 2, 2026
Point of Rental's new logo. Image courtesy of Point of Rental. Point of Rental Software introduced a new brand identity, moving the company beyond rental management software and into a category it calls the Rental Performance System, or RPS. The rebrand carries a new tagline: Performance is the point. For more than 40 years, Point […]
Element Event Solutions unveils new collection
September 2, 2026
Element Event Solutions, a Canadian provider of rentals, tents and event services, has launched its new Fall Collection featuring three new design directions, bringing warmth, texture and personality to the celebrations Canadians will hold during the busy fall and year-end seasons. The newest collections, Mocha Muse, Heritage Blue and Cabernet Bloom, offer distinct approaches to seasonal entertaining, from intimate […]