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Tropicana Field roof replacement done early
April 1st, 2026
The last one of the 24 new Tropicana Field roof panels, made of composite fiberglass fabric by Serge Ferrari Group, was put in place in late November 2025, ahead of schedule. Work on the ballpark was expected to be completed in March, with the team’s Home Opener set for April 6. Image: Serge Ferrari/© Kailey […]
Researchers develop cleaner way to make rayon-type fibers
April 1st, 2026
UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship researchers Feng Jiang, Ph.D., and Huayu Liu have found a simpler, cleaner process to produce cellulose fiber. Image: University of British Columbia A University of British Columbia (UBC) forestry research team has developed a cleaner, simpler way to produce rayon. Traditional methods for producing synthetic cellulose fibers involve fully dissolving cellulose […]
YKK, Taiyo Kogyo test remote zipper operation
April 1st, 2026
YKK® tested its remote-controlled zipper in conjunction with Taiyo Kogyo Corp. in Japan last spring. YKK showcased it, among other products, at January’s Consumer Electronics Show. Image: YKK Apparel zipper technology developed a decade ago could one day find its way to assisting installers of structures at heights, which often can present logistical, safety and […]
What makes Paul’s Custom Canvas so respected
April 1st, 2026
Mike Charpentier of Paul's Custom Canvas. Image: Kristie Allbritten Spoken For Photography For nearly 50 years, Paul’s Custom Canvas has made a name for itself in Denver, Colo., through steady work and reliable craftsmanship. There is no flashy advertising for the shop’s boat tops and covers, upholstery, and marine flooring. The team doesn’t travel to […]
2026 Specialty Fabrics Showcase
April 1st, 2026
Awnings, marine upholstery, outdoor furniture, banners and signs, and more: Regardless of the end product, the fabrics a business needs may have to perform in harsh conditions while still looking good and fitting into a budget. For our annual showcase, 21 companies—the majority of them members of Advanced Textiles Association—shared their newest specialty fabrics. We’ve […]