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Strategic alliance promotes architectural fabrics
May 1st, 2010
Two big names in architectural fabrics have joined forces to produce and market Tenara®, expanded PTFE fibers patented by W. L. Gore & Associates, Newark, Del., and licensed exclusively to Sefar AG, Heiden, Switzerland, for production and sales. Tenara, used in such projects as the retractable roof over Centre Court at Wimbleton, features excellent natural […]
South Carolina nonwovens machinery group expands
May 1st, 2010
The city of Greer, S.C., recently welcomed a new American Truetzschler Inc. plant to the community, along with the spinning and nonwoven machinery company’s $3.5 million investment and 30 new jobs. American Truetzschler, based in Charlotte, N.C., purchased production machinery from John D. Hollingsworth on Wheels and hired 35 former Hollingsworth employees. American Truetzschler is […]
Vehicle graphics present marketing opportunities
May 1st, 2010
With the help of new products and technology, test-driving the vehicle wrap market can accelerate your business into the black. By Sigrid Tornquist When vehicle wraps exploded onto the market in the 1990s in all their mobile, colorful and visually enticing ways—we stood still. We stood and watched as advertisements rolled by us on street […]
Report shows rising demand for geosynthetics
May 1st, 2010
Infrastructure development and construction in Russia, China and India will drive global demand for 6.9 billion square yards of geosynthetic fabric by 2015, according to a report by Global Industry Analysts Inc., San Jose, Calif. The research report, “Geosynthetics: A Global Strategic Business Report,” bases its conclusions on the success of geosynthetics in enhancing durability […]
Free monthly webinars from Rowley
May 1st, 2010
Keeping up with new technologies and trends isn’t easy for busy fabric managers running their own design, installation or upholstery operations, but Rowley Co., Gastonia, N.C., is making it easier for customers to learn online. Rowley offers free webinars each month, including product demonstrations on EZ-Rig™ Shade Systems, Roller Shades and REqual hardware; design directions […]
Eventscape’s Gareth Brennan receives CEO of the Year award
May 1st, 2010
An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for innovation inspire Gareth Brennan, president and founder of Eventscape Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was recognized at the annual Design Exchange Awards Event for 2009 as the CEO of the Year. Since 1993, when Brennan founded Eventscape, the custom manufacturer of architecture, retail/exhibit space and special events has completed […]
Glen Raven recognized for wildlife habitat protection
May 1st, 2010
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation recognized the Glen Raven plant in Anderson, S.C., for protecting and enhancing wildlife habitat on its 180-acre property. The company completed requirements for certification under the federation’s Wildlife and Industry Together (WAIT) program, including installation of bird boxes and feeders, placement of nesting areas for ducks and salt licks for […]
Poor economy and politics hurt Latin American textile industry
May 1st, 2010
Brazil’s textile and apparel industry continues to thrive, despite the world economic crisis, based on its strong domestic consumption—approximately 80 percent of total sales. However, Texbrasil, a trade group, reported that 2009 Brazilian textile exports dropped by 40 percent, which interrupted the textile industry’s growing strength in Latin America. Political friction between Colombia and Venezuela, […]
President Obama supports export initiatives
May 1st, 2010
U.S. President Barack Obama wants to double exports of American goods during the next five years, the goal for an ambitious National Export Initiative outlined in March. The executive order calls for financial assistance to companies that want to export, eliminating overseas trade barriers and encouraging countries with a large trade surplus with the U.S. […]
Geotextile tubes provide hurricane protection for Cancun beach
May 1st, 2010
{TenCate™ Geosynthetics} Pendergrass, Georgia, U.S.A. Cancun on the Caribbean coast is the most important beach resort in Mexico and famous worldwide for its magnificent beaches. In 1988 Hurricane Gilbert destroyed the natural balance of the area, modifying the offshore sand banks and damaging the famous beaches, which have since had severe erosion problems. In 2005 […]