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Schoeller Textil AG hires new sales directors
May 18th, 2021
Schoeller Textil AG, a global textile solutions brand dedicated to innovating technical fabrics and smart textile finishing technologies, has announced that Megan Fulton and Jack McPheron have joined its North America team as sales directors, covering the Western U.S. and parts of Canada. Fulton, based in White Salmon, Wash., will concentrate on customers based in […]
TSG Finishing, other local textile firms, tackling labor issue head on
May 17th, 2021
By Devin Steele HICKORY, N.C. – Brian Rosenstein, CEO of TSG Finishing and fifth-generation owner to run the 120-year-old company, called his father Jack last week to ask if he remembers a time during his 50-plus-year career with the firm when a dire labor shortage existed. His father answered no, recalled the younger Rosenstein, who joined the […]
Digitally-printed fabric on demand
May 17th, 2021
TechArt is a digitally-printed coated fabric that can be ordered online. TechStyles has introduced TechArt, a digitally-printed coated fabric that can be ordered online through an easy-to-use storefront. This unique offering combines emerging technology with invigorating style. Customers can choose from developed designs or upload their own image for printing. The UV printing process combined […]
Kozane joins global campaign against mental health stigma
May 14th, 2021
This month sees communities across the globe raising vital awareness of mental health and campaigning to fight the stigma that often prevents individuals from seeking help. Having worked closely with mental health professionals in both the UK and the US, Kozane® is embracing the opportunity to encourage colleagues, customers, partners and followers to talk about […]
Enter now: IFAI’s International Achievement Awards
May 13th, 2021
After a year away, the International Achievement Awards (IAA) return for the 75th anniversary of recognizing the best projects across the specialty fabrics industry. The awards are an opportunity for you to showcase your technical skills and talents to the entire industry. The International Achievement Awards is an annual competition that recognizes and promotes awareness […]
Morbern named one of Canada’s best managed companies
May 12th, 2021
For the second year in a row, Cornwall, Ontario, Canada-based Morbern, a manufacturer of upholstery vinyls for marine, healthcare, commercial interiors, RV and automotive applications, has been recognized as one of Canada’s best managed companies. Established in 1993, Canada’s Best Managed Companies organization remains one of the world’s leading business awards programs recognizing companies for […]
Gallahue-Worl named CEO of TenCate Protective Fabrics
May 11th, 2021
TenCate Protective Fabrics has announced the appointment of Maria Gallahue-Worl as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Gallahue-Worl has served in a wide spectrum of roles such as engineering, manufacturing, market development, business management, and joins TenCate Protective Fabrics after a 21-year tenure with Solvay SA. Based in the Atlanta area, Gallahue-Worl will fulfill her role as CEO from the company's […]
Registration is open for IFAI Expo 2021
May 10th, 2021
Registration is open for IFAI Expo 2021. IFAI Expo celebrates the 100th anniversary of the show this November, and you won't want to miss it! After a long hiatus of in-person events, this year’s show is the perfect place to reconnect with your industry. Register now to get the Early Bird rate! Early Bird rates end […]
In memoriam: Helmut Jahn
May 10th, 2021
The fabric-wrapped ThyssenKrupp test tower in Rottweil, Germany, is used to test and certify high-speed elevators, reducing development time of skyscrapers. The exterior wrap of the tower contributes to the overall structural performance and improves the durability of the concrete portion of the tower. Photo: Taiyo Europe GmbH. Celebrated architect Helmut Jahn died on Saturday, […]
Fully recyclable carpet yarn
May 10th, 2021
EqoCycle is a fully recyclable PA6 yarn EqoCycle is a fully recyclable PA6 yarn with 75 percent recycled content that offers the same high-quality performance of virgin PA6 yarn. The new recycled yarn, mainly based on post-industrial waste, supports contract, automotive and residential carpet manufacturers with a drop-in circular solution to reduce the ecological footprint […]