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Jones Family of Companies promotes Andrew Dailey to general manager
April 18th, 2025
Andrew Dailey, the new general manager of Jones Sustainable Packaging. Image: Jones Family of Companies Jones Family of Companies, Charlotte, N.C., announced the promotion of Andrew Dailey to general manager of Jones Sustainable Packaging. Dailey has been a member of the leadership team for several years. He initially joined in 1991 as vice president of […]
EU pauses countermeasures on U.S. tariffs for 90 days
April 17th, 2025
The European Union (EU) has paused its countermeasures on U.S. trade tariffs for 90 days to allow time for EU and U.S. negotiations. The pause was first announced by EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen April 9, and went into effect April 14. The decision was made in response to the U.S. delaying tariffs on imports […]
Applications open for ATA Board of Directors positions
April 17th, 2025
The Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) Board of Directors is seeking volunteer applicants to fill three open positions. The ATA Board of Directors represents ATA's members and works with the ATA leadership staff, providing guidance on association decisions and activities. Open positions 1st Vice Chairman (2-year term) This individual will be the "Chairman-elect" and will automatically […]
2025 International Achievement Awards entries accepted until June 20
April 17th, 2025
The 2025 International Achievement Awards (IAAs) are now accepting entries. Exclusive to Advanced Textile Association (ATA) members, this competition—now in its 78th year—celebrates the best projects in the specialty fabrics industry. With a reduced entry fee of just $25, it's easy to enter. Showcase your technical skills and gain industry-wide recognition by entering your best work. Deadline […]
Circulose, Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Fiber announce partnership
April 17th, 2025
Image: Circulose Circulose has announced a strategic partnership agreement with Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Fiber to commercialize and scale the production of ReVisco™ fibers, made with CIRCULOSE® pulp. "We are thrilled to establish a strong strategic partnership with Tangshan Sanyou," says Jonatan Janmark, CEO of Circulose. "This represents a crucial step forward in our global expansion […]
SK Capital Partners acquires PPT Group
April 16th, 2025
Image: SK Capital Funds advised by SK Capital Partners LP, a private investment firm focused on the specialty materials, ingredients and life sciences sectors, completed the acquisition of Physical Properties Testers (PTT) Group from Battery Ventures. PPT Group, headquartered in Halifax, U.K., is a physical property test and measurement solutions provider. PPT specializes in the design, production […]
Creating the foundation for a successful project
April 15th, 2025
Photography by © 2025 Mark Skalny Photography Ever get to the end of a long project that you and your team worked tirelessly at, having put in extra hours on the planning and drawing stages, meticulously worked on it in your shop, and then taken it out in the field only to find that it […]
Durst Group appoints David Bentley as software division manager
April 15th, 2025
David Bentley, Durst Group's new segment manager for its North American software division. Image: Durst Group Durst Group AG, Rochester, N.Y., announced the appointment of David Bentley as its new segment manager for its North American software division for Durst and Lift Software. In this role, Bentley will be responsible for the growth, development and […]
Precision moisture control
April 14th, 2025
One of the key advantages of the IR3000 series is its ability to measure moisture in a wide range of materials, including natural fibers like cotton and wool, synthetic fibers, and blended fabrics. Photo: MoistTech Corp. The MoistTech IR3000 series moisture sensors feature near-infrared technology and provide instant, continuous moisture measurement, allowing textile manufacturers to […]
INDA announces finalists for 2025 FiltXPO Awards, voting open until April 18
April 14th, 2025
Image: Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA), in partnership with International Filtration News magazine, has announced the finalists for the inaugural FiltXPO™ Awards. The awards recognize achievements across the filtration value chain. The deadline to submit votes is April 18. Submit votes here. Presented at FiltXPO, April […]