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D30 announces new headquarters
August 10th, 2015
D3O, a U.K.-based developer of smart materials specializing in impact protection and shock absorption, has opened a 28,000-square-foot global headquarters in Croydon, England, called The Lab. The company received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise for export and was awarded 13 million euros in growth capital funding in April 2015 from new investor Beringea LLC (U.K. […]
IFAI divisions seeking board candidates
August 10th, 2015
The Equipment Division (EQP), Fabric Graphics Association (FGA), Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) and Tarp Association (TA), divisions of IFAI, are seeking candidates for board director positions. Each EQP, FGA and TA director position has a three-year term. Candidates are evaluated on previous volunteer leadership experience, length of time in the industry, the position the applicant currently […]
Arlon launches new industry blog
August 7th, 2015
Arlon Graphics LLC, Placentia, Calif., has launched a new blog, Arlon HUB™, offering expert content on the sign, graphics and automotive industries. Arlon contributors will focus on topics from all areas of the industry that can be openly discussed, offering a platform for readers to directly engage with them. Several posts will include visual content, […]
Teijin opens new technology development center
August 6th, 2015
Teijin Ltd. announced the opening of a new Technology Development Center at its factory in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. The center will serve as a central base for developing high-performance materials solutions for the Teijin Group, integrating advanced fibers development functions previously handled by the Osaka Research Center. It has facilities for test production and […]
Mutoh expands dye-sublimation printer line
August 6th, 2015
Mutoh America Inc., Phoenix, Ariz., has added the ValueJet 1938WX to its line of dye-sublimation printers. The VJ 1938WX is a 74-inch printer designed for products such as scarves, uniforms, blankets, trade show graphics and soft signage. Featuring staggered dual heads, it offers 1440 dpi images at print speeds up to 1,327 square feet per […]
Taco Marine releases rub rail replacement guide
August 5th, 2015
Taco Marine, Miami, Fla., has released a comprehensive rub rail replacement guide that includes a new reference feature that helps speed up the process of selecting the proper rub rail. The guide provides references to specific boat builders and multiple rub rail profile versions of each, offering an easier method for matching a boat’s existing […]
Robert Allen and Kirk Nix release hospitality collection
August 4th, 2015
Robert Allen Contract, Foxborough, Mass., has released its third hospitality collection through its partnership with hospitality designer Kirk Nix of Los Angeles, Calif.-based KNA Design. The Penthouse collection includes a bold colors, tribal motifs and go-to neutrals, such as a Sunbrella® outdoor pattern, an epingle pile fabric, drapery sheers and two multi-color cut velvet designs. […]
Caldwell joins MMI Textiles
August 4th, 2015
MMI Textiles Inc., Westlake, Ohio, has hired Thomas Caldwell as technical sales director. Caldwell previously worked in the engineered fabrics business unit at Trelleborg Coated Systems. During his career, he has held positions such as director of sales and marketing, national sales manager and military business manager. Prior to his professional business career, Caldwell served […]
Exhibitor Product Preview
August 4th, 2015
An advance look at new products and services to be exhibited at IFAI Expo 2015 in Anaheim, Calif., Oct. 6–9. This year’s show floor will offer new, dedicated areas for advanced textiles, shade and weather protection, and disaster mitigation and response, as well as several hands-on demonstrations. IFAI Expo 2015 in Anaheim, Calif., Oct. 6–9, […]
ATP to host fire retardancy webinar series
August 3rd, 2015
As an IFAI member-exclusive benefit, the Advanced Textiles Products Division (ATP) will kick off its fire retardancy webinar series Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. ET. Flame retardants are employed in a variety of consumer products, including industrial fabrics. Recent media coverage, coupled with the shifting regulatory landscape, is motivating interest in science, technology and policy […]