TCU students develop protective seams for spacesuits

March 1, 2026  |  Swatches

Four Texas Christian University (TCU) undergraduate students won the 2025 Best Innovation Award at the Technology Collaboration Center Wearables Workshop and University Challenge for their project, “Optimized Suit Environmental Protection Garment Seams.”
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Next-gen lunar boots R&D

March 1, 2026  |  Swatches

A boot that’s part of a NASA lunar surface spacesuit prototype is readied for testing inside a thermal vacuum chamber at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California. The thick aluminum plate at right represents the frigid surface of the lunar South Pole, where Artemis III astronauts will conf…
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Materials testing for Artemis spacesuit fabrics

March 1, 2026  |  Swatches

As NASA prepared to return to the moon for the Artemis II fly-by and Artemis III’s landing on the South Pole by 2028, researchers and engineers explored the best textile options for spacesuits and boots for use in long-term missions Artemis IV and V. Fabrics must be able to withstand sharp lunar d…
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2026 Marine Fabricators Conference blends education, connection

March 1, 2026  |  Swatches

The 2026 Marine Fabricators Conference, which took place Jan. 8–10 at the Hyatt Regency in Savannah, Ga., combined practical education with deep connection—and camaraderie—among fellow fabricators.
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Reju announces site selection for French Regeneration Hub

February 27, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Reju, a textile-to-textile regeneration company based in Paris, France, has announced the site selection for a new Regeneration Hub in Lacq, France. “This French Regeneration Hub builds on our strategy to industrialize a circular post-consumer textile-to-textile model,” says Patrik Frisk…
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ATA State of the Industry survey responses due March 6

February 26, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Advanced Textile Association’s (ATA’s) annual State of the Industry survey is accepting responses through March 6. The survey allows members to share their thoughts on the current state of the textile industry and what they envision for the future. It takes less than 10 minutes to comple…
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2027 ICC code development progresses

February 26, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Note: The author serves as ATA’s code consultant and attends building code development meetings. One of the services provided to members of the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is advocacy. For the member groups involved with permanent awnings and structures, temporary tents and sometimes even …
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Itema America acquires Palmetto Loom Reed

February 26, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Itema America, the U.S. subsidiary of Colzate (Bergamo) Itema Group, has acquired Greenville, S.C.-based Palmetto Loom Reed. The move expands Itema’s capabilities and signals a long-term commitment to localized service and manufacturing support for North American textile producers. “This is …
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ATA adds Tax-Advantaged Wellness and Preventative Care Program to member benefits

February 25, 2026  |  ATA News, News

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Wilson College of Textiles, North Carolina Textile Foundation to host free student event

February 24, 2026  |  Industry News, News

North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles and the North Carolina Textile Foundation will host a free event—the Spring Break Textiles Trek—March 16–18 for students at the Wilson College of Textiles and West Virginia University. The three-day event includes visits to mul…
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