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CGS BlueCherry, Avalara partner to streamline tax compliance for fashion brands
September 30th, 2025
Image: Avalara Computer Generated Solutions Inc. (CGS), a supply chain management software company, has announced a native integration between its BlueCherry® platform and Avalara AvaTax compliance automation software. With the integration of Avalara’s AI-powered AvaTax platform, BlueCherry users can automate real-time tax calculations, manage exemption certificates and streamline filings across multiple jurisdictions, both domestically and […]
Reducing apparel textile waste
September 29th, 2025
Lucia T2T is produced through tertiary recycling, where discarded textiles are shredded and crushed to have colorants and treatments removed. Photo: Camira Fabrics Lucia T2T is a recycled polyester for panel and acoustic applications made from 100% textile-to-textile (T2T) waste in the apparel market. The polyester is produced through tertiary recycling, where discarded textiles are […]
In memoriam: Ann Hunzinger, owner, Evanston Awning Co.
September 29th, 2025
Ann Hunzinger (middle). Ann Hunzinger of Evanston, Ill., former owner of Evanston Awning Co. and director of the Mid-American 8 Canvas Products Association board, passed away Sept. 18, 2025. She was 74. In addition to serving as director on the Mid-American 8 Canvas Products Association (MA8CPA) board, which is now known as the Midwest Fabric […]
In memoriam: Stephen J. Franta, Canvas Craft
September 29th, 2025
Image: Family of Stephen Franta Stephen J. Franta of Medina, Minn., former owner of Canvas Craft, passed away Sept. 15, 2025, after battling cancer. He was 84. Stephen started Canvas Craft in 1988 as a one-man marine canvas shop, and in 2004, his son, Max, joined the business, who is now the company’s president. He […]
Replin by Hainsworth celebrates 80th anniversary
September 29th, 2025
Image: Replin by Hainsworth Replin by Hainsworth, a manufacturer of premium fabrics for aviation and transport interiors, announced that the company is celebrating its 80th anniversary since the business was founded in 1945 by Dr. Maurus Banyai, a Hungarian refugee who specialized in textile innovation. The company was formed in post‑war Britain and is known […]
Samsara Eco opens first plant to scale circular plastics
September 26th, 2025
Image: Samsara Eco Australian biotech company Samsara Eco has opened a new company headquarters and its first plant. The new plant will increase the company’s ability to produce virgin-identical, low-carbon circular materials such as recycled nylon 6,6 and polyester for applications in apparel, packaging and automotive industries. Located in Jerrabomberra, Australia, the new facility houses EosEco, Samsara […]
eVent Fabrics announces partnership with Alé Cycling
September 25th, 2025
Image: eVent® Fabrics eVent® Fabrics, a laminate technologies provider, announced that its PFAS-free stormburstLT laminate is now available to cyclists through a partnership with Alé Cycling, based in Italy. The company introduced laminate in early 2025. While other brands have adopted the new laminate, the partnership with Alé represents the first time the laminate will […]
Sunbrella announces licensing agreement with Phifer on sling fabrics
September 24th, 2025
Image: Sunbrella® Glen Raven Material Solutions Group and Phifer Incorporated have announced a new partnership to provide Sunbrella® sling fabric for use on outdoor chairs, chaise lounges and other seating options. The joint sling collection debuts in January 2026. The launch will feature around 50 stock and additional made-to-order sling fabrics produced in Phifer Incorporated’s […]
PYRATEX partners with Circ, adds recycled fibers to smart fabric collections
September 23rd, 2025
Image: Circ® Circ®, a recycled fibers producer, and PYRATEX®, a textile R&D company, have announced that Circ's recycled fibers will be integrated into PYRATEX's smart fabric collections. Building on three years of joint development, PYRATEX has already developed fabrics with Circ’s recycled polyester and lyocell fibers and is currently running selected bulk productions for clients, […]
Water-repellent and PFAS-free
September 22nd, 2025
The Sunbrella Plus® marine shade collection's non-PFAS formula is compliant with all state PFAS regulations. Photo: Sunbrella The Sunbrella Plus® marine shade collection now offers four new colors: Marine Blue, Jockey Red, Forest Green and Smoke. The shade fabrics deliver water repellency without compromising breathability and performance through its undercoating. The result is a versatile […]