Mark Philip’s IAA entries prompt visit from Prime Minister

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Sigrid Tornquist When Mark Philip, director of John Herber Ltd., dba The Canvas Technology Centre, Kaiapoi, New Zealand, decided to enter two projects into IFAI’s International Achievement Awards (IAA) program last year, he had no idea that the decision would result in a visit from New Zeal…
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Specialty Fabrics Review interviews Mark Philip, director of John Herber Ltd., dba The Canvas Technology Centre

January 1, 1970  |  News

Interview by Sigrid Tornquist What is your industry prediction? Customer demand for custom-built products will increase as people tire of inferior, off-the-shelf items, and realize they need to pay a bit more for quality. What is your business philosophy? Build a great and lasting relationship with …
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Expected changes in the safety and protective market in 2010

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Jeff Rasmussen IFAI’s Safety and Protective Supplier/Manufacturer Climate Survey revealed these expected changes in the 2010 market: > Period of growth in the industry > Continued price cutting competition, which will squeeze margins > Continued emphasis on lean manufacturing proce…
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Ciferri helps competitors get an edge with TCTA

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Sigrid Tornquist Michael Ciferri Jr. balances his position as vice president of Donovan Enterprises with that of chairman of the Truck Cover and Tarp Association (TCTA), a division of IFAI that was recently re-named the Tarp Association. “I have a job to do on the board of directors for TCT…
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Specialty Fabrics Review interviews Michael Ciferri Jr., vice president of Donovan Enterprises

January 1, 1970  |  News

Interview by Sigrid Tornquist What is your industry prediction? The truck tarp market is dependent upon construction. The past couple of years have been rough, but we’re starting to see a rebound and are optimistic that the recent increase in business is an indication of long-term, steady grow…
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Foam industry embraces certification program

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Barb Ernster Foam producers in the United States are reacting favorably to a voluntary testing, analysis and certification program called CertiPUR-US® that certifies their foam meets certain standards for content, emissions and durability. Administered by the Alliance for Flexible Polyurethan…
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Multiple events celebrate International Year of Natural Fibres

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Janice Kleinschmidt Conference, symposium, summit, convention, festival, convergence, expo, workshop or world congress—whatever they called it, events on six continents celebrated the International Year of Natural Fibres (IYNF) in 2009. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (…
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Specialty Fabrics Review interviews Ken Jacobs, owner of Raymond Brothers Ltd.

January 1, 1970  |  News

Interview by Sigrid Tornquist What is your industry prediction? The awning industry is going to grow because of the increasing awareness of the intensity of the sun and of skin cancers. Awnings will be seen more as a need than a want. What is your business philosophy? I treat every project and insta…
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Ken Jacobs maintains a relationship with his bank

January 1, 1970  |  News

By Sigrid Tornquist “Never be a stranger to your banker,” says Ken Jacobs of Raymond Brothers Ltd. in Ontario, Canada. “It’s important to know the people at the bank so you can pick up the phone and let them know you need cash. The communication lines are already open—t…
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Sheltering Haiti

January 1, 1970  |  Tents

By Jill C. Lafferty The earthquake in Haiti mobilized relief efforts from around the world to respond to a disaster measured in many thousands of lives. In the end, however, it is a continuing story about the plight of individuals and the companies that are making a difference in their lives. Althou…
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