Professional opinions on protective product trends

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Janice Kleinschmidt What I have seen in the past eight to 10 years is that there’s a high need for adding more functionality with textiles. The intent is for fabrics to perform more and more instead of just being used for covering. … I see this field continuing to grow, with high-per…
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Benefits of fabric for branded environments

January 1, 1970  |  News

By William Atkinson “When it comes to fabric commercial interiors, changes we are seeing these days are that more clients are looking for products with sustainability,” says Deborah Beckett, design director for Gensler, a global architecture, design, planning and consulting firm based in…
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Fabric walls spruce up business interiors

January 1, 1970  |  News

By William Atkinson The majority of the work of Banner Creations Inc., Minneapolis, Minn., involves banners for markets such as trade shows, point-of-purchase displays, schools and universities and special events. “We do a little bit in the fabric commercial interior area, but not a lot,&rdquo…
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Project at Molokai Ranch comes full circle

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Sigrid Tornquist When Tropical J’s was at a financial crossroads in 1997 and co-owner Gary Barnes needed a sizable project to keep the company afloat, Molokai Ranch asked him to redesign its “tentalows”—canvas-covered frames—to house its guests. One ranch owner on Mo…
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Specialty Fabrics Review interviews Gary Barners, co-owner of Tropical J’s

January 1, 1970  |  News

Interview by Sigrid Tornquist Your company has a good track record with repeat business. To what do you attribute that? I don’t know how many times we’ve received calls from people saying: ‘We had this guy on the job and he won’t answer his phone and the job’s not done …
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What to know before you purchase a printer

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Maura Keller When purchasing a new printer, consider your key applications and select the right technology accordingly. “Look for a strong supplier and form a relationship with that manufacturer,” says Julie Gederos, of Roland DGA Group. “The printer is the backbone of your busi…
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Project example: Amistad Academy

January 1, 1970  |  News

Amistad Academy, New Haven, Conn. By Holly O’Dell Design firm: Design360 Inc. Fabricator: Xibitz Description: “Our client was looking for a solution in the entrance vestibule that could be changeable,” explains Design360’s Jill Ayers. “In the gym, they were looking for …
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Project example: Dow Jones headquarters

January 1, 1970  |  News

Dow Jones headquarters, New York, N.Y. By Holly O’Dell Design firm: Design360 Inc. Fabricator: Xibitz Description: Dow Jones sought a way to incorporate its archive of newspaper cover images as a backdrop to the illuminated displays opposite the faceted walls. Rather than traditional vinyl mat…
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Project example: Green Road Pediatric

January 1, 1970  |  News

Green Road Pediatric, Cleveland, Ohio By Holly O’Dell Producer/printer: 4walls Description: The children’s clinic requested 4walls to assist in creating a waiting room that looked like a rainforest, hallways that looked like a savannah and exam rooms that tied the imagery and themes toge…
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Jomar Softcorp offers mobility software

January 1, 1970  |  Products

Jomar Softcorp Intl. IFAI Expo 2012 Booth: 1961 What: Textile enterprise mobility software Why: Software with ERP and enterprise solutions for specialty and protective fabrics, technical and industrial textiles and cut and sew operations. Systems available include fiber manufacturing, spinning, warp…
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