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INDA Announces Hygienix 2026 conference program
August 31st, 2026
Image: INDA The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry announced that the conference program is available for Hygienix™ 2026, taking place Nov. 16–19 at the Hyatt Regency Houston in Houston, Texas. Hygienix 2026 will bring together industry leaders, technical experts, researchers and innovators to explore the absorbent hygiene industry, including sustainability advancements, regulatory developments, evolving […]
PVC-free nonslip mesh
August 31st, 2026
Image: Eastex Products LLC PER Flex Slip-Not Mesh is a high-performance, breathable nonslip mesh designed as an alternative to traditional PVC nonslip materials. Delivers reliable grip and stability through the coated mesh surface while offering enhanced flexibility. Engineered for healthcare, seating, marine and tactical applications. Available in black; 1.25 millimeters thick and 54 inches wide. […]
Registration open for ATA Annual Meeting, Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 Preview webinar
August 28th, 2026
Registration is open for Advanced Textiles Association's (ATA's) Annual Meeting and Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 Preview webinar, Sept. 9, 1–2 pm EDT. The webinar is free to ATA members and nonmembers. Craig Zola, chairman of the ATA Board of Directors, will provide the annual State of the Association report for fiscal year 2026, as well […]
ATA members: Register now for Level Funded Health Plan webinar
August 26th, 2026
Registration is open for the Level Funded Health Plan: Predictable Costs, Control and Savings webinar, Sept. 2, 1–2 pm EDT. The webinar is open to Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) members only. Attendees will learn about the Major Medical Health plans available to their employees through ATA, including how level funding works and its advantages. Melissa Cook, […]
Arclin joins United Nations Global Compact
August 25th, 2026
Image: Arclin Arclin, Alpharetta, Ga., a materials science company, announced that it has joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. Through this commitment, Arclin reinforces its longstanding dedication to responsible business practices and pledges support for the compact's mission to advance sustainable, inclusive growth. Arclin joins an international network of more than 20,000 companies and 3,800 non-business participants working to address […]
Robert L. Johnson, AGRU America President and CEO, retiring; Chris Eichelberger to succeed him
August 24th, 2026
AGRU America, Inc. announced today that President and CEO Robert L. Johnson will retire on October 31, 2026, after 30 years at the company. Chief Sales Officer Chris Eichelberger will become AGRU America’s next President and Chief Executive Officer effective November 1, 2026. Mr. Johnson and Mr. Eichelberger will work closely together through the fall. […]
Bold and soft
August 24th, 2026
Images: Designtex Designtex’s new textiles — Puffer and Collage — blend softness and boldness and feature monochromatic colorways and playful textures. Puffer has a velvet surface and is available in Teal, Poodle, Moss and Cloud. Collage features a tone-on-tone pattern and is available in Gesso, Tin, Spice, Current and Midnight. Suitable for hospitality,office spaces and […]
MSYG names Keith Horn vice president of manufacturing for Ranlo plant
August 21st, 2026
Image: Meridian Specialty Yarn Group Inc. Meridian Specialty Yarn Group Inc. (MSYG), based in North Carolina, announced that Keith Horn has joined the company as vice president of manufacturing for its Ranlo plant. Horn brings more than 30 years of experience in worsted wool spinning operations. In this role, he will lead manufacturing operations at […]
ISAIC announces partnership with TUKATECH
August 20th, 2026
Image: ISAIC The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC), a Detroit, Mich.-based nonprofit and national resource for textile and apparel manufacturing, has announced a partnership with TUKATECH, a global fashion technology solutions provider, to launch a TUKAcenter in Detroit. The TUKAcenter will provide brands, designers and entrepreneurs access to leading digital tools and expertise, creating new opportunities for product development and apparel manufacturing […]
Section 338 tariffs on Canadian imports paused until Aug. 22
August 19th, 2026
Following an agreement between the U.S. and Canada Aug. 18, the U.S. has paused the implementation of tariffs on certain goods from Canada for three days, delaying the effective date to Aug. 22. The 50% tariffs were set to take effect Aug. 19 pursuant to Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. They were […]